Delphine Remy-Boutang, born on October 28, 1970, in Malestroit, France, is a pioneering entrepreneur, digital strategist, and a passionate advocate for women in the tech and innovation ecosystem. She is best known as the founder of The Bureau, a digital strategy consultancy, and co-founder of Digital Women’s Day (Journée de la Femme Digitale – JFD), an influential event aimed at promoting female entrepreneurship and leadership in digital industries across Europe and Africa.
Early Career: From Corporate to Entrepreneurial Vision
Delphine began her professional journey at IBM, one of the world’s most influential technology companies, where she spent over a decade shaping corporate communication strategies. In 2012, driven by her passion for digital transformation and innovation, she left IBM to launch The Bureau in London—a consultancy specializing in digital strategy and brand communication. Just a year later, in 2013, she expanded her operations to Paris, establishing a strong footprint in the French tech ecosystem.
Digital Women’s Day (JFD): Empowering Women in Tech
In March 2013, Delphine co-founded Digital Women’s Day (JFD)—a bold and forward-thinking initiative designed to highlight and support women entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, and leaders in the digital space. Far from being a nonprofit initiative, JFD operates as a profitable business model backed by major companies such as Total, Orange, and L’Oréal.
JFD quickly became a benchmark event, fostering a powerful network of women in digital and promoting gender parity in tech-related sectors. Held annually in Paris and increasingly in African countries, the event amplifies female voices in innovation, business, and digital leadership.
The Margaret Foundation: A New Chapter for Women in Tech
In 2018, Delphine launched the Margaret Foundation, named in honor of Margaret Hamilton, the software engineer who helped land Apollo 11 on the moon. The foundation’s mission is to accelerate the inclusion of women in digital fields by providing:
- Scholarships and training programs
- Business development support
- Mentorship for female-led projects in Europe and Africa
This foundation further reflects Delphine’s unwavering commitment to gender equality in the digital economy and global female empowerment.
Advocacy and Commitments
Delphine is not only a business leader but also a cultural advocate. In 2017, she responded to a now-infamous Capital magazine article that showcased 11 male startup founders as the “faces of innovation” by organizing a striking visual counter-narrative: a photoshoot with 13 female startup founders in white shirts, published in Challenges magazine. The campaign sent a powerful message that women are at the forefront of innovation, too.
She is also a member of the Marie Claire Think Tank: Acting for Equality, where she collaborates with other thought leaders to address issues of gender equity, shape public debate, and drive meaningful change through strategic recommendations and policy engagement.
Recognition and Awards
Delphine Remy-Boutang’s trailblazing work has earned her national and international recognition:
- 2016: Appointed Knight of the National Order of the Legion of Honor, one of France’s highest civilian distinctions, for her 25 years of service in the digital and innovation sectors
- 2018: Featured by Forbes France as one of the women disrupting the French digital ecosystem
- 2018: Named in Inspiring Fifty France, a list honoring the 50 most inspiring women in tech in the country
Final Word
Delphine Remy-Boutang is more than a businesswoman—she’s a visionary leader, changemaker, and fierce advocate for digital inclusion. Through The Bureau, JFD, and the Margaret Foundation, she continues to inspire the next generation of women to not just enter the tech world but to lead it.
