Why Terrilink exists for diasporas, alumni networks and professional associations
The reality for diasporas, alumni networks and professional associations
In 2014, Christophe Palous and Stephane Rouquette launched Aveyron Worldwide on LinkedIn: connecting diaspora professionals from Aveyron scattered across more than 75 countries. The goal: mutual support, opportunities, and lasting connections between expatriates.
Ten years later, the diaspora community exceeds 5,900 members. But the limitation becomes evident: LinkedIn, Facebook, and WhatsApp allow discussion — not diaspora, alumni network or professional association structuring.
- Impossible to have an actionable diaspora, alumni or association member database
- No structured matching between diaspora member profiles and opportunities
- No tracking of diaspora, alumni or association interactions or engagement
- No dedicated tool to animate the diaspora, alumni network or professional association
The response for diasporas, alumni networks and professional associations May 2024
May 2024: faced with this reality, I develop the first version of Terrilink for the Aveyron Worldwide diaspora. Goal: prove that a dedicated platform can transform the management of a dispersed diaspora, alumni network or professional association.
Faced with enthusiastic feedback, the vision expands. Terrilink becomes a complete platform for diasporas, alumni networks and professional associations:
- geolocated directory with searchable diaspora, alumni or association profiles
- event management with integrated registrations for diaspora, alumni or association events
- private messaging and discussion groups for diaspora, alumni or association members
- job space and opportunities for diaspora, alumni or association members
- automated matching between diaspora, alumni or association members and needs
The result for diasporas, alumni networks and professional associations
Today, the Aveyron Worldwide diaspora relies on a unique platform that centralizes members, exchanges, and initiatives. The diaspora network gains in visibility, efficiency, and animation capacity.
The ambition for diasporas, alumni networks and professional associations
Terrilink is designed for all diasporas, alumni networks and professional associations facing the same limitations. You need a tool that structures your diaspora, alumni network or professional association — not just another messaging app.