Catherine Maitrier is a highly regarded Negotiation Lecturer at the Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po) and the Founder of Powerup School, a leading corporate training agency specialized in negotiation & leadership. Powerup School is the Official L&D Supplier within some of the most respected organizations including the likes of PwC, the Boston Consulting Group and IPG Mediabrand. Catherine began her career as a Mergers & Acquisitions Lawyer at White & Case LLP and Gide Loyrette Nouel advising global companies on their cross-border transactions. Passionate about education and professional development, Catherine founded Powerup School to help professionals chase their fullest potential. Catherine is a graduate of UC Berkeley, Georgetown Law School and Sciences Po Paris. She is a licensed attorney in the state of California.