
Juliette
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Grant Consultant & Business Development Specialist
GrantsHubUSA • Freelance
Mar 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 6 mos
Key Responsibilities: Identify and research grant opportunities for startups, nonprofits, and small businesses across EU and international funding sources Develop comprehensive grant strategy documents customized to client needs and organizational goals Write compelling grant proposals and funding applications with strategic positioning Conduct pre-application consultations to assess funding readiness and eligibility Manage complete grant application packages from research through final submission Advise clients on nonprofit structuring (501c3 equivalent in France - Association Loi 1901) Create business plans and financial projections for funding applications Key Achievements: Successfully secured €450,000+ in funding for 30+ organizations across nonprofit, startup, and SME sectors ✅ Maintained 88%+ success rate for grant proposals submitted (compared to 20-30% average success rate) ✅ Expanded service offerings to include SBA-equivalent grants for French SMEs (BPI France, OSEO programs) ✅ Built portfolio across funding sectors: social enterprises, tech startups, cultural nonprofits, research initiatives ✅ Client satisfaction rate: 4.8/5 - Known for clear communication, thorough research, and attention to funder requirements ✅ Reduced average time-to-funding from 8-12 months to 4-6 months through strategic grant sequencing ✅ Specialized expertise in EU Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, and regional grant programs alongside national opportunities ✅ Mentored 15+ entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders through grant navigation and fundraising strategy Representative Client Wins: Tech startup: €200,000 innovation grant (Bpifrance) Nonprofit cultural organization: €75,000 annual operating grant (Regional Arts Council) Social enterprise: €90,000 social impact grant (EU Program) SaaS startup: €85,000 tech acceleration grant (European funding)