Jeanne-Marie Robert Rouillard

I'm the head of the association Merci les Algues, where I’ve been leading our mission to promote sustainable, algae-based innovation across sectors—from food and biomaterials to agriculture and animal/plant nutrition. My role involves uniting producers, agronomists, chefs, companies, and researchers who are committed to using algae as a powerful, natural alternative to synthetic additives, antibiotics, and pesticides.

With a background in marketing and communication, including past roles in the food industry, I bring a strong focus on community building, public engagement, and brand development. At Merci les Algues, I work to raise awareness, organize events, and support new algae-based ventures through partnerships and advocacy.

Over the past five years, I’ve helped grow the association from a passionate idea into a thriving network of more than 80 members. We host educational workshops, take part in major events like the Salon International de l’Agriculture, and support regional development initiatives across Brittany and Normandy. I also engage with public institutions and clusters to help shape national policy and industrial strategy for the algae sector.

I'm passionate about creating a more responsible, circular, and regenerative economy—and I believe algae is one of the keys to that transformation.