Thomas, co-founder and COO of Meilisearch, was born on the island of La Réunion and later moved to France to pursue his studies. Drawn to the energy of Paris, he settled there and discovered his passion for building products that empower developers.

His background blends technical expertise and a keen interest in making connections: whether it’s brainstorming with teammates in a café, hopping on a video call (camera on!), or exchanging rapid-fire Slack messages full of emojis. Known for his straightforward style, Thomas can pivot quickly from heated debates to friendly banter without missing a beat, a reflection of his belief that disagreements don’t have to linger.

When he’s not pushing Meilisearch forward, Thomas can be found re-energizing by changing his workspace, sipping water to stay sharp, or encouraging his teammates to do the same. Today, he continues to shape Meilisearch’s vision, ensuring that everyone at the company can thrive—and have fun—while building an outstanding search engine.