A partner at the legal and tax consultancy firm Artieri & Rohmer, committed and dynamic, Hanna Derrien, 34, has been President of the Junior Chamber of Monaco (JCEM) since January 2025. Drawing on her experience within the movement, she discusses her commitment, the initiatives undertaken during her presidency and the prospects for entrepreneurship in Monaco.
I am originally from Brittany, where I grew up, before going on to study law at Paris II. A member of the Paris Bar, I have been living and working in Monaco for five years now.
I joined JCEM in 2021, initially to meet young professionals who shared my values. I quickly became involved: first as a member, then as a project manager, and then I joined the board of directors in various positions, eventually becoming president in 2025.
My commitment is based on a desire to contribute to Monaco’s economic attractiveness and to inspire entrepreneurial vocations. JCEM has given me a space to develop my personal and professional skills, while meeting inspiring people. It’s also a human adventure: some of the people I met at JCEM have now become friends.
I have been particularly involved in transforming the JCEM Awards evening into a more professional and inspiring event. We have introduced renowned speakers such as Catherine Barba (CG Group) and Antoine Bahri (Carlo). This type of event promotes entrepreneurship, stimulates vocations and enhances our visibility among Monegasque institutions.
My term of office is part of a three-year programme launched in 2024. I wanted to continue the actions already underway, while making some adjustments: revitalising certain committees, strengthening internal training, working on JCEM membership and raising awareness of the Junior Chamber International (JCI). We welcomed the JCI World President in April, which was a highlight for our members.
Access to incubators is legitimately selective: Monaco Boost is reserved for Monegasques or spouses of Monegasques, while MonacoTech operates on a call for projects basis. This leaves some entrepreneurs without any support structure. We are aware of this, which is why the business creation competition we have been organising for over 30 years also offers very concrete prizes: premises, accounting support, communication, telephony, etc. — all of which reduce costs in the first year.
It is promising, but still in the process of being structured. Projects in the field of finance or fintech, for example, are still rare. But events such as the Start-up Meeting help to build bridges. This fair, which we are organising on 23 October at Fnac, brings together sixteen start-ups. The aim is to raise their profile, promote synergies and introduce the public to the wealth of local entrepreneurship.
In addition to the Start-up Meeting, we are organising the second edition of Monaco Inspire at Le Méridien on 29 November. Three inspiring speakers will share their experiences: Pierre Frolla, Banana Moon, and international guest Kelly Massol. The common theme? How to take it to the next level. We want it to be a day that is accessible, useful and enriching for everyone.
The JCEM is a fantastic platform for anyone who wants to get involved in Monaco’s economic fabric. Joining the movement means giving yourself the chance to take concrete action, learn new skills, and make a difference.
