Kilian joined Blueforge in December 2023, is an alumnus of Arts et Métiers ParisTech, where he concentrated on finance and industrial engineering. He further refined his financial expertise by completing a Master's in Quantitative Finance and Risk Management at Università Bocconi in Milano. Professionally, Kilian has gained valuable experience as an Investment & Proptech Analyst with LoanSight in machine learning and big data processes in London, as well as serving as a process engineering intern in the nuclear segment at Boccard. In addition to his academic and professional pursuits, Kilian has an impressive background in sports. He played rugby at a national level, holding positions as fly-half and captain for RC Narbonne's U21 team, and competing in Federal 2. His leadership skills were also evident in his roles as the captain of the Arts et Métiers rugby team and as President of the Sports Office at his school.