Interview with Julie Mougeot, Customer Success Manager at Clayverest
Over more than ten years at MIGSO-PCUBED, Julie has embraced a wide range of opportunities while staying true to what inspires her most: technology and problem-solving. From PMO Consultant in the automotive and aerospace industries to Business Intelligence expert, she now contributes to the development of Clayverest, a solution designed by PMOs, for PMOs. Her journey illustrates another way to grow: through expertise, curiosity and knowledge sharing.
Can you tell us about how you joined MIGSO-PCUBED, your journey, and how your responsibilities have evolved over the years, leading to your role at Clayverest?
If I had to sum up my career in one sentence, I'd say I've always followed my technical curiosity.
I joined MIGSO-PCUBED at the end of 2013, right after graduating in Project Management, with one clear ambition: to stay close to technology and hands-on project delivery. My first assignment, with a major automotive company, introduced me to the PMO profession on a gearbox development program. I learned much more than planning, I discovered client relationships, teamwork, and the importance of collaboration between consultants. A few years later, I moved to Toulouse to explore the aerospace industry, where I broadened my expertise across planning, cost management and various project environments, from R&D to production.
Along the way, I developed a real passion for technical topics and Business Intelligence. I learned how to build dashboards using tools such as Qlik Sense and Power BI before joining the Digital Practice to support and coach other consultants.
Then, five years ago, a new adventure began with the creation of Clayverest. Our ambition was to develop a solution designed by PMOs, for PMOs. I first took on the role of Product Owner before moving into Customer Support. Today, I support our users every day while staying true to what has always motivated me: solving real-world challenges and sharing my expertise.
You have a highly technical and experienced profile, yet you didn't choose the traditional people management path. What makes a career as a technical expert in Project Management so rewarding at MIGSO-PCUBED?
Career growth is often associated with people management. At MIGSO-PCUBED, expertise is a career path in its own right.
Management was never my goal. What has always driven me is technology, problem-solving and the variety of projects. At MIGSO-PCUBED, I've been able to build a rewarding career by exploring different facets of the PMO role across several industries. Every new assignment has been an opportunity to learn, deepen my expertise and create value for our clients.
As I gained experience, I also had the opportunity to pass that expertise on to others. I helped onboard new consultants, contributed to improving project management practices for several clients, and joined the Digital Practice to coach colleagues on Business Intelligence tools.
That's what I particularly appreciate about MIGSO-PCUBED: there are many ways to grow. You can build a fulfilling career by staying close to projects, developing recognized expertise and sharing your knowledge, without necessarily managing a team.
The theme of International Women's Day 2026 is "Give to Gain." How does this idea of sharing your expertise come to life in your day-to-day work with your team and the wider community?
I truly believe we learn a great deal from others. And naturally, as we gain experience, we want to give back by sharing what we've learned.
At MIGSO-PCUBED, I've always appreciated that knowledge sharing is part of our everyday culture. At the beginning of an assignment, the priority is to understand the context and become autonomous. But once you've reached that stage, there are many opportunities to support others and share your expertise.
Throughout my career, I've onboarded new consultants by helping them understand client processes and ways of working. I've also delivered coaching sessions within the Digital Practice, particularly on Business Intelligence tools.
Today, at Clayverest, this aspect is at the heart of my role: I support users as they adopt the platform, deliver training, and help improve the product by bringing my PMO perspective. To me, sharing knowledge is also a way of continuing to learn through others.
Can you share a concrete example of a time when collaboration or knowledge sharing made a real difference to a project or team?
On complex projects, no one succeeds alone. The best solutions are often built through collaboration.
I experienced this very early in my career on an assignment with a major automotive company. As one of the first MIGSO-PCUBED consultants on the project, I quickly became familiar with the client's ways of working. Over time, I became a reference point for onboarding new consultants and supporting them whenever they faced challenges. That collaborative mindset strengthened our team's effectiveness and helped secure our deliverables.
I experienced the same dynamic a few years later within a Business Intelligence team. I coached consultants working for a major pharmaceutical company in France and Spain, helping them develop project management dashboards. That experience taught me that coaching isn't about doing the work for someone else, it's about sharing a methodology, passing on your expertise and helping others become autonomous.
Looking back, I realize that coaching and knowledge sharing have been a common thread throughout my career, and they remain at the heart of my role at Clayverest today.
Your career is a great example of internal mobility: moving from Paris to Toulouse, from automotive to aerospace, returning from maternity leave during COVID, and helping create Clayverest with a completely new role. Looking back, how did all these transitions happen behind the scenes?
None of these changes were planned in advance.
Each one grew out of opportunities, conversations and a constant desire to learn. Whether it was moving to Toulouse, transitioning from automotive to aerospace, or specializing in Business Intelligence, every step happened naturally through ongoing discussions with my managers. I was able to express my ambitions, receive support, and gain the trust I needed to explore new areas.
The Clayverest adventure perfectly reflects this mindset. It started as an initiative driven by a small team convinced that we could create a solution designed by PMOs, for PMOs. We had to champion our vision, learn entirely new skills and step outside our comfort zones.
Looking back, what stands out most is that opportunities truly exist at MIGSO-PCUBED, you just have to be ready to seize them, and sometimes even create them yourself.
Have there been any female experts or mentors who particularly inspired you or encouraged you throughout your career?
No one builds a career alone. At every stage, there are people who inspire us and give us the confidence to move forward.
Two women have had a particularly strong impact on my journey at MIGSO-PCUBED.
The first was the Hub Manager who recruited me. I remember her confidence, her expertise and her ability to balance leadership with motherhood. She showed me that it was possible to be ambitious without compromising your personal life, and encouraged me to believe in myself.
The second was my project management expert teammate during my automotive assignment. In a predominantly male environment, she naturally stood out through her expertise, straightforward attitude and sense of humor. She taught me that determination, high standards and kindness can go hand in hand.
Even today, I continue learning from passionate colleagues. That's another thing I value about MIGSO-PCUBED: whatever your level of experience, there's always someone you can learn from.
After more than 10 years with MIGSO-PCUBED and several successful internal career moves, what are the next milestones you'd like to achieve?
If there's one thing my career has taught me, it's that the best opportunities are often the ones you never expected.
When I joined MIGSO-PCUBED, I never imagined I'd one day help create a software solution. That's also what has made my journey so rewarding, it has been shaped by the people I've met, the projects I've worked on and the challenges I've embraced.
Today, what motivates me is continuing to grow, contributing my expertise to Clayverest's development, and helping build a product that makes life easier for project teams.
As long as I'm learning, solving complex challenges and creating value for our users, I know I'm exactly where I need to be. And if a new opportunity comes along tomorrow, I'll approach it with the same curiosity I've had since day one.
What advice would you give to women who are starting or developing their careers within the company?
Don't wait until you feel "ready" to take your place: you already belong.
Technical environments can sometimes seem intimidating. But in reality, your skills, your curiosity (and yes, your sense of humor too!) will be your greatest strengths.
Ask questions, don't be afraid to ask for help, and, over time, share what you've learned with others.
Expertise grows through both rigor and positivity, so embrace your own style, even (and especially) when facing challenges.
