Bertrand Desportes Senior Manager

Bertrand Desportes

Professional Background

Bertrand Desportes is a Partner at Forvis Mazars, specializing in asset management, investment vehicles, and sustainable finance. He began his career at Mazars in 2006 and was appointed Partner in 2019.

He holds a strong academic background combining Sciences Po Paris, SKEMA Business School, and a qualification in chartered accountancy (Diplôme d’Expertise Comptable).

Sector Expertise & Client Focus

Bertrand Desportes works primarily with financial institutions and investment players, including:

  • Asset management companies (sociétés de gestion)
  • Investment funds (UCITS/OPCVM and alternative funds – FIA)
  • Crowdfunding platforms
  • Private banks and wealth management institutions

His core activity is focused on statutory audit (commissariat aux comptes) and related assurance services, with a strong emphasis on sustainable finance (ESG integration and regulatory evolution).

Sustainable Finance & Industry Engagement

He is actively involved in the development of the financial ecosystem in France through participation in professional organizations, including:

  • AFG (Association Française de la Gestion financière)
  • France Invest
  • Financement Participatif France
  • CNCC working groups (Compagnie Nationale des Commissaires aux Comptes)

He contributes to discussions and initiatives shaping regulation, market practices, and ESG integration in the financial sector.

Areas of Expertise

  • Asset Management Audit & Advisory
  • Investment Funds (UCITS / FIA)
  • Private Banking & Wealth Management
  • Sustainable Finance & ESG Regulation
  • Crowdfunding & Alternative Financing Platforms
  • Statutory Audit for Financial Institutions
  • Financial Sector Regulatory Engagement
  • Capital Markets & Industry Governance

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