words that describe me best Sensing, Feeling, Judging, Friendly, Generous, Genuine, Honest, Disciplined, Expressive, Intimate, Receiving, Intimate, Reflective, Quiet, Concrete, Imaginative, Practical, Experiential, Traditional, Original, Empathetic, Reasonable, Accommodating, Accepting, Tender, Systematic, Planful, Early starting, Scheduled, Methodical, Patient, Down to earth, Sincere, Polite, Confident, Determined, Challenger, Traveler, Easy going, Open minded, Passionate, Adventurer.

my definition of success is I describe success by the seven following building blocks :
1-Peace of Mind
2- Health and Fitness
3- Loving relationship
4- Control of my finance
5- Career goals that fit my personality
6- Pursuing my ultimate life goals
7- Life Balance (Career, Personal relationship, Friends and Family, Spiritual, Continuing education, Rest, Health and Fitness, Relaxation, Fun)

currently, you could best describe me as an entrepreneur

awards / recognitions HP Club Winners Summit 2005 «Outstanding Achiever». One front page article on my American Dream in the national newspaper of Martinique, France. A testimonial posted on the UCLA website.

about my career Jean-Marc serves as Founder and Chief Executive Officer of U in the USA in Los Angeles, California.

Prior to founding U in the USA, Jean-Marc served as Account Manager, IT Solutions for Business Applications at HP France. Before arriving at HP France, Jean-Marc served as Sales Engineer at SAS France. Prior to that, Jean-Marc served as Software Engineer at Business Objects France.

At present, Jean-Marc is a member of French American Chamber of Commerce in Los Angeles, BayFo, Entrepreneur Mentor Society, Los Angeles Accueil and UCLAlumni.

Jean-Marc attended UCLA where he studied General Business Studies - Entrepreneurship and earned a Certificate degree in 2008. He also attended EURIDIS where he studied Selling Solutions (Information Technology and Services, Software and Network) and earned a Masters degree in 1997.

Jean-Marc's core expertise includes Accomplished International Sales Professional with an outstanding record of success selling enterprise solutions with top achievements in new business development, revenue generation, and implementing sales strategies. Expert knowledge of International business with an aptitude for transitioning foreigners to the United States. Personal travel and experience with cultures in over 25 countries. Outstanding communication and leadership and understanding of American culture. Authorized to work in the U.S.

people who've had the biggest impact on me Les Brown, Tyler Perry, Jean-Louis Etienne, Bob Proctor, GOD

I grew up in Martinique, Caribbean

as far as figuring out how my life goes, I am exactly where I want to be

I speak the following languages French, English, Creole, Spanish

defining moments / milestones - Certificates in English and General Business Studies - Entrepreneurship completed in 2 years at UCLA (September 2008)

- Solo Road Trip in California (by the coast). 1800 miles in 10 days. (August 2007)
my familiar environment, with a tremendous international and inter cultural dimension he acquired by working and traveling in 25 countries around the world to fulfill my American dreams (July 2006).

- Solo Road Trip in California & Nevada. 2500 miles in 20 days (December 2005).

- HP Club Winners Summit 2005 « Outstanding Achiever » (May 2005)

my travels have included Belgium, Dominica, Egypt, France, French Guiana, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Martinique, Guadeloupe, France, Mauritius, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Puerto Rico, Reunion, Saint Lucia, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City

the speed my life moves at active

favorite movies Why Did I Get Married, Madea's Family Reunion, The Terminal, Akeelah and the BEE, The Pursuit of Happyness, Dreamgirls, Elizabethtown, Good Will Hunting, La Rue Case Nègres, Seven pounds, The Great Debaters, Australia

favorite TV shows House of Payne

favorite music R&B, Soul, Zouk, Dance Hall, Reggae, Raggamuffin, Hip Hop, Salsa, Gospel

favorite sports Fitness, jogging, horse riding, mountain biking, skiing

favorite books The Alchemist, Le Pôle Intérieur, Good to Great - Jim Collins, The Audacity of Hope, Tough Choices

favorite magazines Entrepreneur

radio / podcasts / blogs I subscribe to NPR, Blogtalkradio.com

indulgences / guilty pleasures Cote d'Or Chocolate, Häagen-Dazs Ice cream

when I'm not working I enjoy Traveling, outdoor activities, digital photography, music, reading, networking, surfing Internet, movies

other interests Psychology, Personal development studies