Hey there! I’m Audrey Chatel, and I’ve spent over a decade figuring out what makes customers tick, smile, and stay loyal.
# Meet Audrey Chatel: Your guide to customer experience transformation
Why I choose challenges over comfort zones
Remember that feeling when a brand truly gets you? That magical moment when everything clicks? That’s what I help companies create every single day.
The Accidental 7-Year Love Story
My CX adventure kicked off at Europ Assistance, where a “quick project” turned into a 7-year journey. I walked in as a digital project manager on a short contract and ended up leading digital and marketing for an entire business unit. Funny how the best opportunities sneak up on you, right?
Here’s the thing: I never stop learning. While working full-time at Europ Assistance, I decided to pursue an MBA in Digital Marketing and E-commerce part-time. My background was in communication, but I knew the digital world was evolving fast, and I wanted to stay ahead of the curve. Those late nights juggling work and studies? Totally worth it.
Testing my own theories
But here’s where it gets interesting. Instead of playing it safe, I launched Agents Digitaux, my own agency. Why? Because I wanted to see if Design Thinking and Agile could work their magic across different industries. Spoiler alert: they absolutely can.
The Challenge I couldn't refuse
Then Philip Morris came calling with a challenge I couldn’t resist: lead their digital omnichannel consumer strategies for IQOS. Challenge is my driver, so I closed my agency and dove in. We weren’t just launching a product; we were embedding customer-centricity into the company’s DNA.
Humanizing the Industrial Giant
These days, you’ll find me at Schneider Electric, where I’ve been cooking up digital customer experience strategies that transform how we connect with clients. Each role has pushed me further, taught me more, and reinforced my belief that great CX isn’t just about processes; it’s about creating genuine connections.
Beyond the office
I’m that person who can’t stop talking about customer experience, even at dinner parties. My first book, “UX Mobile,” explored how mobile experiences shape our daily lives. It wasn’t just about pretty interfaces; it was about understanding what people truly need in our always-connected world.
You might also catch me on stage or behind the judges’ table at industry events. I love sharing what I’ve learned as a speaker and serving as a jury member for competitions. Something is energizing about connecting with fellow innovators and spotting the next big ideas in CX and digital transformation.
Here’s something you might not expect
I’m also an artist. Painting, drawing, photography, you name it. There’s something about creating visual stories that feed right back into my CX work. In fact, my painting of Frida Kahlo recently won a prize in a competition celebrating engaged women. (A student even made this beautiful video portrait about it.)
I’m particularly drawn to street photography, capturing real people in real moments, the way they interact with spaces and each other. Those Parisian café scenes, the unexpected beauty of a blue door in Malta, the way light hits a building just right. Whether I’m sketching anime characters, photographing architectural details, or painting bold portraits, it all connects. Art teaches you to see differently, to notice the stories happening all around us. Sound familiar? That’s precisely what great CX is about.
What drives me
Simple: Every interaction is a chance to create something memorable. Whether it’s a two-second website visit or a year-long partnership, each touchpoint matters.
I combine analytical thinking with creative empathy to craft experiences that not only work but also resonate. Because at the end of the day, we’re not just moving metrics. We’re creating connections that last.
Memorable Experiences
Strategic Innovation
Genuine Connections
Let’s transform together
I share insights, strategies, and real-world lessons right here on CX Strategy. No corporate speak, no buzzword bingo, just practical wisdom from the trenches of digital transformation.
Ready to discover how small changes create massive impact? You’re in the right place.
*Want to connect? Drop me a line. I love hearing about your CX challenges and victories.*