SWEN CP
SWEN Blue Ocean invests in technologies and solutions that contribute to regenerating ocean health, aligning with SDG #14. The fund focuses on startups and scale-ups driving innovation in marine sustainability, biodiversity, renewable energy, and pollution solutions.
Sagard NewGen
Sagard is a global multi-strategy alternative asset management firm that invests across venture capital, private equity, private credit, and real estate. The firm focuses on providing flexible capital, an entrepreneurial culture, and a global network to help accelerate companies' paths to success. Sagard emphasizes its core values of entrepreneurship, innovation, collaboration, rigor, and authenticity. They aim to empower progress and build one of the most respected and impactful global alternative investment management firms by investing capital, culture, and network to drive returns for their clients and communities. Specifically, within venture capital, Sagard operates through Portage Ventures, Portage Capital Solutions, and Diagram. Portage Ventures focuses on early-stage fintech opportunities from seed to Series C, while Portage Capital Solutions provides flexible capital to later-stage businesses. Sagard aims to be more than just a capital provider, offering hands-on support in areas such as go-to-market strategy, technology and cybersecurity, business acceleration, mergers and acquisitions, and partnerships. Sagard also demonstrates a commitment to leveraging its global network of investors, portfolio companies, commercial partners, advisors, and value-creation experts to create tangible value for its portfolio companies. The firm's multi-strategy approach allows it to deliver capital across various stages and asset classes, providing a comprehensive solution for companies seeking growth and development. Sagard's overarching strategy is to actively support the leaders reshaping their respective industries. They emphasize a dynamic and supportive ecosystem that gives partners the advantage needed to learn, grow, and win at every stage, focusing on building long-term value through deep industry knowledge and entrepreneurial experience.
Saviu Ventures
Saviu Ventures is an Africa-focused Growth Capital fund that invests in early-stage Tech & Tech-enabled companies addressing the continent's biggest challenges. Since 2018, they have been backing talented entrepreneurs building category-defining businesses, with a strong focus on Francophone Africa. They handpick teams based on honesty, track record, and ambition, seeking businesses where they can contribute operational expertise. Saviu emphasizes a climate of trust, offering daily challenges and support to founders on their scaling journey. Their investment strategy focuses on tech or tech-enabled startups operating in Africa, particularly Francophone Africa. They look for B2B or B2B2C business models with high growth potential and a clear path to profitability. Saviu provides smart capital, day-to-day support (business development, recruitment), and access to their network, leveraging the experience of their team, which is comprised of founders and investors. Saviu is committed to supporting its portfolio companies in achieving ESG standards, focusing on creating Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8) and promoting Gender Equality (SDG 5). Saviu differentiates itself by being "by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs," indicating a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities of building a company in Africa. They offer a more hands-on approach, providing direct operational support and leveraging their network to help their portfolio companies succeed. Saviu's commitment to Francophone Africa and early-stage companies positions them as a key player in a rapidly growing ecosystem, providing not only capital but also the necessary support and guidance to help promising startups scale across the continent.
Slate VC
Slate Venture Capital is a growth fund focused on investing in companies reshaping industries for a more resilient, low-carbon economy. They aim to help mission-aligned founders with global ambitions and game-changing technologies scale faster. The firm emphasizes a commitment to the climate transition and looks for companies with industry-wide impact. They deploy capital at the growth stage, recognizing execution as a critical factor for success at that level. They provide portfolio companies with entrepreneurial passion, experience in scaling, and expansive networks.
Sodero Gestion
Sodero Gestion focuses on investing locally in the Grand Ouest region of France, demonstrating a commitment to the regional economy and sustainable development. They provide capital to businesses ranging from startups to mid-sized companies (ETIs), leveraging over 60 years of experience in the region. Their investment approach is tailored to support the growth, innovation, and transition of companies, emphasizing a collaborative relationship with entrepreneurs. They manage over €350 million across various funds, backed by over 100 different investors, reflecting a broad base of support for their investment strategy. Sodero's strategy involves deploying capital across four key activities: Capital Innovation (supporting innovations in key sectors), Capital Développement (minority stake investments for growth), Capital Transmission (majority stake investments), and Capital Transition (investing in sustainable initiatives through a dedicated fund). This diversified approach allows them to support companies at various stages of their lifecycle and across different needs, from early-stage innovation to later-stage growth and ownership transitions. Central to Sodero's investment thesis is a focus on building strong, long-term relationships with portfolio companies. They emphasize the importance of governance, strategic advice, and access to their extensive network. The firm highlights its engaged and trustworthy team of 20 collaborators who provide expert support to entrepreneurs. Sodero's approach is characterized by active listening, open communication, and a commitment to supporting companies' missions, including their environmental and social goals. Through their Capital Transition fund, Sodero explicitly targets investments that contribute to sustainable development and combating climate change. They actively seek companies aligned with initiatives like the Convention des Entreprises pour le Climat, reinforcing their commitment to responsible investing. By supporting companies that prioritize RSE and industrial independence, Sodero aims to foster a resilient and sustainable regional economy.
The Family
The Family is a fellowship of founders that invests in ambitious startups with a global and scalable vision. Born out of a need to address the limits of the French ecosystem in 2012, specifically elitism, bureaucracy, and a lack of ambition, The Family aims to provide education, tools, and access to capital to courageous founders willing to create game-changing companies. They focus on fostering a culture of ambition, which they believe can be taught and cultivated through a supportive community of highly motivated and skilled founders. The Family provides mentorship and guidance while also connecting startups with a broader network of investors and advisors. They select 50 startups twice a year and offer a 6-week remote program in exchange for 5% equity. The program includes office hours with partners, founder's days, masterclasses with successful entrepreneurs, access to an alumni network, and various resources designed to prepare the companies for investment and Demo Day. Their approach involves actively participating in and improving the ecosystem, by working with corporates and public decision-makers. The Family believes that great entrepreneurs can come from anywhere and that access to resources is key, making its program global. They emphasize knowledge sharing and community support to facilitate the growth and success of their portfolio companies. The firm operates in an ecosystem where founders learn from each other and support one another's growth.
Tikehau Capital
Tikehau Capital is an alternative asset management group that focuses on financing the real economy through various asset classes and business lines. They aim to provide innovative and tailored financing solutions for businesses across the entire capital structure. As partners for entrepreneurs, they seek to help them achieve their goals and create lasting value. Their entrepreneurial culture equips them with a deep understanding of the challenges businesses face at every stage of their growth. Tikehau Capital emphasizes engagement, excellence, and independence in their approach. The firm operates across four asset classes and five business lines, including Private Equity, Credit, Real Assets, and Capital Markets Strategies. They offer financing solutions that cater to different needs and stages of a company's development. Their investment approach is built on an entrepreneurial model, providing them with the agility to adapt to market conditions and identify unique investment opportunities. The firm emphasizes creating lasting value for both their clients and partner companies through their expertise and tailored financing solutions. Tikehau Capital's strategy involves actively engaging with entrepreneurs and providing them with the necessary resources and support to achieve their goals. They focus on understanding the specific challenges faced by businesses and tailoring their financing solutions accordingly. Their approach is underpinned by a commitment to excellence and independence, ensuring that they act in the best interests of their clients and partner companies. The firm aims to build long-term relationships with entrepreneurs and support them throughout their growth journey.
Turenne Capital
Turenne Capital positions itself as a leading independent small-cap private equity firm in France. Their strategy focuses on providing expertise, maintaining proximity to their portfolio companies, catering to private clients, and committing to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). They aim to support the growth and development of companies, particularly those with regional presence. The firm actively seeks to invest in and support companies in various sectors, contributing to their expansion and value creation. They highlight their employee ownership model as a key aspect of their commitment. Turenne aims for €3 billion AUM by 2027.
UI Investissement
UI Investissement supports the growth of unlisted SMEs and mid-sized companies (ETIs) throughout France and at all stages of their development. They engage in Capital Development and Transmission (LBO), Capital Innovation, and Consolidation strategies. They invest in companies to accelerate their growth, industrialize their technology, and consolidate their shareholding. Their approach involves a combination of financial investment and active support, aiming to enhance operational excellence.
Wendel Group
Wendel is a private assets-focused investment firm operating across two activities: third-party private asset management and Principal Investments. The firm invests in the best private assets for its clients and shareholders, shaping the future of growth through partnerships. Wendel's strategic focus is on Europe and North America, with offices in Paris, New York, and Luxembourg. The firm has a history spanning over 315 years and 40 years of investment experience. Wendel operates through two primary business lines: Wendel Investment Managers and Wendel Principal Investments. Wendel Investment Managers focuses on third-party asset management, while Wendel Principal Investments makes direct investments using the firm's own capital. This dual approach allows Wendel to generate returns through both investment management fees and capital appreciation from its principal investments. The firm prioritizes ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors in its investment process, integrating ESG considerations into its strategy and priorities. Wendel aims to drive long-term, sustainable value creation for its stakeholders by supporting the growth of its portfolio companies and adhering to high ethical standards. Wendel's investment strategy emphasizes building strong alliances and partnerships. The firm aims to be a long-term partner for its portfolio companies, providing support and resources to help them achieve their growth objectives. Wendel's international network and experienced team enable it to identify and capitalize on investment opportunities in its target markets.
WiSeed
WiSEED is a crowdfunding platform enabling individuals to invest in real estate and startups/SMEs. The platform focuses on providing access to innovative projects and simplifying investment decisions through its technology. It highlights its experience since 2008, emphasizing careful analysis of projects based on sector-specific expertise, and aims to diversify investor portfolios through investments in obligations and shares. WiSEED makes investment accessible to a wide audience by allowing investments starting from €100. The firm acts as a digital partner offering investments tailored to investor needs and objectives. They aim to democratize access to investment opportunities in sectors like real estate and startups. The platform provides investors with detailed project descriptions and clear analysis to aid in their investment choices. The company has facilitated significant investment and repayments, demonstrating its track record. WiSEED offers investment opportunities in two primary sectors: crowdfunding in real estate and startups/SMEs. Real estate investments offer potential returns up to 12% annually, with target durations between 18 and 36 months. Startup and SME investments offer returns based on the investment instrument, with durations ranging from medium to long term. WiSEED emphasizes the risks associated with investing in non-listed securities, including the potential for partial or total loss of invested capital and illiquidity. The platform features testimonials from investors and mentions its presence in financial news outlets, seeking to reinforce its credibility and trustworthiness.
Wind
Wind is a conviction-led VC firm based in Europe that focuses on backing deeptech companies addressing challenges related to sustainable change and European sovereignty. The firm aims to support entrepreneurs with sharp business instincts, bold ideas, and deep purpose, helping them reimagine various aspects of life, from how we eat and move to how we live, by creating more balanced and sustainable systems. They also focus on technologies that foster European strategic independence through investments in AI, cybersecurity, space, and defense. Wind aims to partner with founders relentlessly, providing advice and support, daring to innovate and investing in areas others might avoid, and propel positive change through their investments. Wind aims to provide substantial support for startups, leading to stellar returns for investors. They emphasize their commitment to advising and supporting founders through all stages, good or bad. The firm actively seeks game-changing innovators and seeks new ways to support them, investing boldly in areas others might avoid. The firm prioritizes investing in technologies that are impactful and contribute positively to society and the planet. Wind demonstrates a strong belief in the potential of deeptech to drive both economic growth and positive societal impact, investing in founders who are working to shape a better future. They actively seek out and support visionaries with the potential to transform industries and create strategic independence for Europe.
eureKARE
eureKARE believes that synthetic biology, microbiome research, and the intersection between them can help tackle critical challenges and create a healthier, more prosperous, and sustainable world. They see Europe's strength in fundamental sciences as dramatically under-exploited and aim to harness the strengths of Europe's knowledge economy by investing in its brightest minds. They aim to support scientists' commercialization efforts, creating new jobs, companies, and novel industries along with the disruptive technology they bring to market. They focus on applications in healthcare, ranging from new cell therapies and microbiome-based medicines to life-saving gene therapies, and also environmental applications, such as creating better biofuels, restoring species diversity, and fighting pollution. The firm aims to fill the funding and support gap for entrepreneurship in the synthetic biology field, where Europe excels in research but lags in commercialization. They envision a world where synthetic biology plays a transformative role in solving some of the world's most pressing challenges, revolutionizing industries, creating new markets, and providing solutions to complex problems. eureKARE is committed to supporting the development and growth of synthetic biology companies, and their portfolio reflects their commitment to advancing the field and creating a more sustainable and equitable world.
Alter Equity
Alter Equity invests in European startups driving the transition to a more inclusive and sustainable economy. They focus on companies with a strong positive impact on the environment (e.g., energy efficiency, circular economy, recycling, biodiversity preservation) and/or on people (e.g., education, employment, health, fair trade). They seek companies committed to a Business Plan that integrates social, environmental, and societal considerations. They provide minority or majority investments, alone or in co-investment, between 4 and 20 million euros. Their investment philosophy revolves around supporting businesses that align with the 'People, Planet, Profit' framework. They aim to achieve significant environmental impact, as demonstrated by their portfolio companies having avoided 8.9 million tons of CO2 emissions. Furthermore, they are committed to gender equality, with a higher-than-average representation of women-led companies in their portfolio. They also seek a strong potential for profitable growth in ambitious projects that implement Tech for Good. Alter Equity invests in technology startups and breakthrough innovation projects. They invest in European companies with a turnover greater than 1 million euros and a potential for profitable growth. They invest in both minority and majority positions, alone or in co-investment. They emphasize investments that contribute to positive social and environmental change while generating financial returns.
Evolem Start
Evolem Start accompanies entrepreneurs in executing their vision, investing in startups aligned with their values where they can have a significant impact. As a family office, they prioritize quick decision-making, stability, and a long-term, "evergreen" perspective in their partnerships. The investment approach is characterized by a commitment to ambitious growth alongside the entrepreneurs they back.
Femmes Business Angels
Femmes Business Angels (FBA) is the leading women's business angel network in France, dedicated to investing in and supporting early-stage companies. The organization aims to bridge the gender gap in entrepreneurship by increasing the representation of women in both investor and founder roles. FBA leverages a network of experienced female investors to provide not only capital but also valuable mentorship, industry expertise, and networking opportunities to its portfolio companies. FBA's investment strategy centers on identifying promising startups with high growth potential, strong management teams, and innovative business models. They look for companies that can disrupt existing markets or create new ones, and that demonstrate a clear path to profitability and scalability. The organization prioritizes investments in sectors where its members have significant experience and expertise, allowing them to provide targeted support and guidance to portfolio companies. By actively promoting female entrepreneurship and investment, FBA aims to create a more diverse and inclusive startup ecosystem. They believe that gender diversity leads to better decision-making, more innovative solutions, and ultimately, greater economic success. FBA is committed to empowering women to take on leadership roles in the business world and to fostering a culture of collaboration and support among its members and portfolio companies. While the website does not explicitly state the investment strategy in such detail, it is implied from the organization's mission and activities.
Hi Inov - Dentressangle
Hi Inov is a European B2B fund built by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. They invest in high-growth startups developing tools that drive productivity, resilience, and better management of technical infrastructure. The firm positions itself as a hands-on venture capital provider, offering concrete help and support to its portfolio companies. Their approach includes providing constructive feedback, being accessible, and upholding strong moral values. The investment team offers operational expertise in marketing, communication, business development, sales, and international expansion, aiming to support companies from the starting blocks to crossing the finish line.
Innovacom
Innovacom supports startups that innovate for the future, focusing on technological innovation. They participate in the digital revolution and the transformation of French and European industry. They act as an investment catalyst, supporting major digital, industrial, environmental, and societal transformations from the creation phase to the growth phase. With over 30 years of experience at the forefront of economic transitions, Innovacom accompanies the rise of entrepreneurial dynamism driven by technological innovation. They have completed 150 exits, financed 300 startups, invested 1 billion euros, and raised and managed 12 funds.
Investisseurs & Partenaires
Investisseurs & Partenaires (I&P) is a venture capital firm focused on financing and supporting entrepreneurs who are transforming Africa. Their mission is to contribute to the emergence of 500 champions of entrepreneurship in Africa by 2030. They aim to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Africa, believing that their development is essential for economic, social, and environmental progress on the continent. I&P often targets entrepreneurs and SMEs overlooked by traditional investors, recognizing their significant growth and impact potential. The firm operates with the vision that a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, supported by locally anchored investors, is crucial for sustainable development and social cohesion in Africa. I&P's strategy includes not only providing financial support but also offering accompaniment and promoting the businesses they invest. This comprehensive approach aims to help companies scale, create jobs, and generate positive social and environmental impact. I&P emphasizes the importance of blended finance and impact investing, aiming to shape the trajectories of gender- and climate-focused Impact Funds in Sub-Saharan Africa. They actively engage in initiatives that promote sustainability and upscaling of smallholder programs. The firm publishes an annual impact report that offers an overview of the results achieved across its various activities, showcasing its commitment to transparency and accountability. With over two decades of experience, I&P has built a significant track record in the African investment landscape, collaborating with numerous companies and raising substantial capital. Their focus on impact, combined with a deep understanding of the local context, positions them as a key player in fostering entrepreneurship and driving sustainable development in Africa.
Jolt Capital
Jolt Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in growth capital technology investing. They focus on enabling growth-stage technology-rich companies with strong fundamentals to execute their scaling strategies. Their investment sectors offer strong exit potential across hardware-driven or software-driven solutions, including photonics, advanced materials, cybersecurity, electrification, smart sensors, semiconductors, and personalized health. Jolt Capital aims to transform the value of its portfolio companies by providing growth capital (€10M to €50M in tranches) and supporting their growth in new global markets, new product markets, and via new acquisitions & build-ups, while mitigating risks. The firm's anchoring convictions revolve around several key principles: excellence in private equity through deep operational insights, the revolutionary potential of artificial intelligence in private equity processes, technology's role in redistributing economic fortune to innovators and addressing societal challenges, the monetization of Europe's IP creation engine, responsible investment across ESG issues, and adequate sharing between all stakeholders. Jolt Capital actively supports and guides expansion by driving business strategy, filling C-level executive talent gaps, identifying strategic partners globally (especially in Asia), conceiving and executing build-up M&A transactions, increasing control of larger segments of the value chain, and conceiving and executing realization transactions on global markets. Jolt Capital considers themselves "Impact Investors by design", integrating a positive screening approach into their pre-investment process to identify tech companies whose products and services address broader challenges, making industrial processes more efficient and people's lives safer. Jolt Capital leverages its proprietary AI-driven transaction origination and management system NINJA to identify and invest in the most compelling deals and to transform the value of portfolio companies, boost growth opportunities, and facilitate optimal exits for portfolio companies and maximize returns Jolt Capital’s investors. The firm was founded in 2011 by Jean Schmitt.
Kima Ventures
Kima Ventures positions itself as the most active Business Angel in the world, investing in 2 startups per week. Their investment strategy centers around providing both capital and support to early-stage companies. They invest in 100 new deals per year with a standardized ticket size of €150k per deal, regardless of stage, deal size, or sector. This high-volume, standardized approach indicates a focus on rapidly deploying capital across a diverse range of startups, aiming to capture potential outliers with significant growth potential. Their portfolio showcases a wide array of companies, emphasizing a sector-agnostic approach.
Naxicap Partners
Naxicap Partners is a private equity firm based in France that invests in mid-sized and small companies (Mid Caps and Small Caps). They provide capital to support growth, acquisitions, and shareholder restructuring. The firm invests across various sectors, including real estate services, consumer goods, healthcare, technology/IT services, agriculture/food, and business services. They have a portfolio of current investments and also a track record of successful exits (cessions) in these sectors. Naxicap demonstrates a commitment to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors within their investment process. Their focus appears to be primarily on French companies, with some international reach through portfolio companies. Naxicap operates across two primary investment strategies, targeting both Mid-Cap and Small-Cap companies. The Mid-Cap investments are focused on established businesses with significant market presence in their respective industries. The Small-Cap investments likely target earlier-stage or smaller-sized companies with high growth potential. The firm's website highlights their team, investment portfolio, and investor relations. They provide details on their investment committee and ESG team, emphasizing their expertise and dedication to responsible investing. They offer resources for investors, including sales and marketing materials. The firm actively monitors its portfolio company performance on ESG metrics. Case studies highlight their work with portfolio companies. Naxicap's strategy involves identifying companies with strong management teams and growth potential, providing them with capital and operational support to scale their businesses, and ultimately realizing value through strategic exits.
OneRagtime
OneRagtime is a venture capital platform that invests in early-stage European startups at Seed and Series A stages, with initial ticket sizes ranging from €0.5m to €3m, typically as lead or co-lead investors. They provide the flexibility for investors to invest via funds or club deals. They aim to scale exceptional entrepreneurs by providing support through their investor community, which offers networking opportunities and operational support. Their investment strategy focuses on two main categories: AI-augmented platforms and Deeptech/AI. The AI-augmented platforms include marketplaces, creator economy, and fintech startups. Their Deeptech/AI focus includes cloud services, cybersecurity, and data-related ventures. This focus reflects an emphasis on companies leveraging AI to enhance existing platform models or creating novel solutions in the deep technology space. OneRagtime manages €150 million in assets and has invested in a diverse portfolio of over 50 startups. The firm leverages a network of over 250 investors to provide startups with network and operational support. Their portfolio companies receive perks, expert connections, business development assistance through their global network, governance and strategy guidance as board members, daily operational support in fundraising, exits, and legal/financial matters, and assistance with crafting their equity story to attract further investment. They consider themselves founder-friendly, providing a global community and comprehensive support to help their portfolio companies succeed. This support infrastructure aims to assist in navigating the challenges of scaling early-stage businesses and maximizing growth potential through strategic advice and access to relevant resources. The VC firm evaluates potential investments using a platform, seeking quick reviews from their investment team.
Peninsular Capital
Peninsular Capital is an independent management company that invests equity in profitable and growing French companies with a turnover of €5 to €25 million. They support buyers, managers and their teams in transfer and development operations. Their team uses its experience to support industrial or strategic development projects in the long term independently and ambitiously. They are committed to providing companies with the means to carry out their projects by structuring a flexible and tailor-made financial package, adapted to the specific needs of each and the pace of development of its business. They accompany entrepreneurs in their acquisition or development projects. Their investment experience is put at the service of the sustainable growth of their investments and the creation of value. The firm focuses on helping companies change scale, preparing for the future and choosing growth.