Niels Costard

Niels Costard is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in sales, marketing, and operational leadership across various sectors. Currently serving as VP Sales & Marketing at Picterra since January 2025, Niels previously held the position of Chief Operating Officer at DotWorld, where strategic initiatives led to a 25% growth in revenue. As Co-founder & COO of Oreka AI, a market intelligence startup, Niels helped brands enhance customer engagement. Prior roles include Director of Marketing and Development at AVICO, where significant growth was achieved during industry downturns, and various positions at Air France-KLM focusing on corporate account management and network strategy. Niels holds degrees from CentraleSupélec and Télécom Paris, along with a certificate in M&A and Strategy from INSEAD.