Sébastien Barralis

With a solid background in investment banking, private equity, and real estate, I bring a versatile skill set that allows me to support projects across hospitality, real estate development, and M&A/Private Equity.

I started my career in M&A at Lazard and Credit Suisse, where I worked on large-cap transactions across diverse industries such as real estate, retail, healthcare, and business services. I was directly involved in high-profile deals including Engie’s €7bn disposal of Equans to Bouygues and Capgemini’s €5bn acquisition of Altran. This early exposure gave me rigorous analytical foundations and strong financial modelling expertise, as well as the ability to navigate complex negotiations and manage senior stakeholder expectations.

I then transitioned into real estate private equity at ICAMAP, focusing on the €750M ICAWOOD fund dedicated to sustainable office development in Greater Paris. There, I led financial analysis, deal sourcing, and coordinated technical teams on landmark projects such as the development of a 37,000 sqm low-carbon office building in La Défense. My responsibilities extended from underwriting and contract negotiations to permitting, financing, and leasing – giving me a holistic understanding of real estate investment and asset management.

In 2025, I took on a new entrepreneurial challenge as co-owner of Hotel CasaBella in Mouans-Sartoux, overseeing the full acquisition process including financing and strategic positioning. This hands-on experience in hospitality investment and operations further broadened my expertise, strengthening my ability to bridge strategy, finance, and execution.

Fluent in French and English, I bring international exposure, adaptability, and a strong ability to work across cultures. My career reflects a consistent ability to manage the full lifecycle of investments, from origination to execution, across multiple sectors.