ELISA
PALMER

Elisa brings 15 years of experience in communication, press relations, storytelling, and marketing, with a career built around impactful strategies tailored to each brand's challenges. Currently the Director of Communication and Partnerships at ESMOD, she thrives in a creative and dynamic environment, where she collaborates with her team to develop initiatives that enhance the institution’s visibility and influence.

Since starting her career in the fashion industry in June 2010, she has had the opportunity to lead campaigns that have contributed to increasing audience engagement and fostering long-term partnerships. A firm believer in the power of data-driven decision-making, she combines analysis and creativity to design solutions that meet the specific needs of each project.

"If you want it, just go for it." - Manish Arora

Elisa’s approach combines critical analysis, trend monitoring, and a holistic vision that bridges entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. Using advanced tools and metrics, she fosters collaboration, continuous learning, and cross-functional synergy, ensuring efficient and impactful outcomes.

With a focus on process optimization and sustainability, Elisa integrates principles of the social and solidarity economy into her work. Community engagement and mutual support are central to her professional ethics, driving meaningful and lasting change in every project.

"Our head is round to allow thoughts to change direction." - Francis Picabia

The "Pantin Family" initiative turns social media connections into real-life interactions, redefining community engagement. Launched in 2018 on Facebook to promote local solidarity in Pantin, it quickly evolved into a dynamic association. Through events and concrete initiatives, it now connects 10,000 residents with the support of 25 volunteers by 2025, becoming a cornerstone of solidarity in the 93 department.

Driven by individuals new to the non-profit sector, "Pantin Family" showcases the power of social entrepreneurship to meet the immediate needs of the community. This initiative proves that meaningful social change is possible without prior experience in association management, inspiring fresh ways of thinking about mutual aid and community living.

"Pantin Family is the MacGyver of Pantin" - a Pantin resident

Writing

From an early age, Elisa explored the art of writing, experimenting across styles and genres. Her teenage years saw her delve into rap, while preparatory classes expanded her literary interests into short stories and, eventually, erotic writing—a genre she deeply enjoys. Professionally, she has written portraits for fashion magazines, including a piece on Pierre Souchon for DEDICATE, and crafted experimental fashion columns, such as imagining the practicality of wearing a flamenco dress to school pickup for ALL.I.C. On social media, she shares mini-stories blending daily observations with imaginative twists.

Elisa's creative journey later led her to slam poetry, where she embraced the rhythm and interplay of languages to enrich her literary expression. This passion culminated in her contribution to a photography book during the INSTANTS residency at Château Palmer, where Henrike Stahl documented the intergenerational transmission of knowledge among vineyard workers. Driven by a love of non-linear narratives and linguistic deconstructions, Elisa continues to push the boundaries of her creative exploration.

"In that honesty.
I was bare, without backup skin, no reset, no yellow vest, and no mask." - Elisa Palmer