Francois Lazzari is a dynamic leader with a proven history of building innovative and profitable businesses worldwide. As the co-founder of GN TEQ, Francois is dedicated to transforming eCommerce logistics with groundbreaking tech solutions.

Previously, as a founding member, COO and Deputy CEO of Australia Post Global eCommerce (APG), he drove APG’s expansion into major global trade lanes and established it as a leader in cross-border eCommerce solutions. Francois also led ASOS’ global delivery strategy and held senior roles at FedEx Express, mastering logistics and executive management.

An Executive MBA graduate with distinction from Cass Business School, Francois is multilingual, visionary, and committed to driving excellence in every endeavour.

“I am a seasoned and successful leader with a proven track record at building a profitable global logistics tech business. At GN TEQ, we are determined to create an eCommerce business unlike any other.”

During my long and successful corporate career, I held senior executive roles internationally at Gulf Capital, Invensys (now part of Schneider Electric) and Schlumberger. I was also CEO of Metamed, the MENA largest medical diagnostic imaging company.

I founded, led, and exited three start-ups: ResourceChain, Optimind and Excellenceo2.

As an early investor in Vogacloset, a fast-fashion e-commerce company, I helped its founder to raise funds, expand the offering and grow the company into a successful household name in the Middle East region. I still serves as executive chairman of the company.

I also serve as board director for several companies including publicly listed companies, and I am an independent member of the investment committee of BluePeak Private Capital, an alternative asset management firm focused on Africa.

I hold a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering from Birmingham University, a Master of Engineering in Analysis and Design of Control Systems from Sheffield University in the UK and an Executive Diploma in Business from Sloan School of Management.

“I have defined my long career on a different basis: coach. mentor. Leader and serial entrepreneur. I am a veteran of several industries including private equity, healthcare, energy, software and information technology, e-commerce, industrial automation, professional services and consulting.
Co-founding GN Teq is the natural progression for me to apply all my past experiences.”

I am an entrepreneurial leader and have worked in the eCommerce logistics industry since the early days. I worked in commercial and government owned organisations around the globe and have successfully created and built businesses in Asia, USA, Europe and The Middle East. I have provided solutions to the most inspiring and largest online businesses. I founded Australia Post Global eCommerce Solutions (APG) and held the position of Group CEO since its launch in 2016.

APG is now one of the leading suppliers of cross border ecommerce delivery solutions with established presence in the key global trade lanes including ASIA, Europe and North America. APG provides end-to-end logistics solutions to a portfolio of iconic global ecommerce merchants. Prior to APG, I held several senior positions at Aramex, a leading global provider of logistics and transportation solutions listed on the Dubai stock market, during a career spanning 16 years.

My roles included Finance Director, Managing Director for the United Kingdom and eCommerce Director for Europe. I also led the set-up of the Aramex e-commerce service offering in Europe and North America that provides solutions to a portfolio of the largest global e-commerce merchants. As Executive Director and Co-Founder of GN TEQ, I relish the chance to create a unique, new, and customer-driven business in a truly fast-growth global environment.

“My aim at GN TEQ is simple. I am passionate about combining world class talented individuals with cutting edge technology to build powerful and lasting solutions for the eCommerce logistics industry.”