Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.
Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division
Benoit Barteau Ph.D
Investment Director
Nicolas Berdou
Investment Director, Defense Expert
Clarisse Blandin
Investment Director
Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier
Investment Director
Edouard Combette
Investment Director
Charlotte Corbaz
Investment Drector - Large Venture
Sofia Dahoune
Associate
Nicolas Dardenne
Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)
Arnaud Despoisse
Director of Occitanie Participations
Nicolas Dufourcq
CEO
Mailys Ferrere
Director of Large Venture Investments
Romain Fourcade
Investment Director
Paul-Francois Fournier
Executive Director, Innovation Department
Vanessa Giraud
Director of Environmental Impact Funds
Alessandro Gonella
Director
Gwenael Hamon
Investment Director
Laurent Higueret
Senior Investment Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences - Large Venture Fund
Veronique Jacq
Head of Digital Venture team
Louis Janneau
Investment Director and Fund Manager
Magali Joessel
Director of Funds
So-Yeon Koo
Senior Investment Manager
Jérôme Langlade
Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes
Eric Lefebvre
Director
Stephane Lefevre-Sauli
Senior Investment Director
Arnaud Legardeur
Investment Director
Olivier Martinez
Investment Director
Serge Mesguich
Director of FIT
Louis Molis
Investment Director
Jean-Francois Morin
Investment Director
Sébastien Moynot
Director
Adrien Muller
Investment Director
Adrien Neel
Investment Director
Axel Piriou
Director of Investments
Olivier Rameil
Senior Investment Director / VC seed
Vincent Roque
Director
Thibaut Roulon Ph.D
Investment Director
Gilles Schang
Deputy Managing Director
Bruno Villeneuve
Associate
Jean-Marie Fougeray
Senior Investment Director, Brittany
Laure Michel
Investment Director
Past deals in Paris
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2025
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
Histovery
Venture Round in 2025
Histovery SAS is a Paris-based company that specializes in developing software and augmented reality solutions for cultural sites and museums. Founded in 2006, Histovery offers an innovative product called HistoPad, a digital tablet designed to enhance the visitor experience by providing interactive, personalized, and engaging tours. This technology facilitates the exploration of cultural heritage through scientific reconstructions, enabling users to rediscover historical sites in an immersive manner. One notable application of HistoPad technology is its use in the Château de Falaise, where it allows visitors to explore fully reconstructed rooms. Histovery aims to promote and enrich the experience of cultural visits, making heritage more accessible and appealing to the public.
Swan
Series B in 2025
Swan is a European fintech company that specializes in embedded finance, providing an online banking platform for businesses to create and manage their bank accounts. Founded in 2019 and based in Paris, Swan enables companies to integrate banking features, such as accounts, cards, and payments, into their own products through simple APIs. The platform processes over 200 million euros in transactions monthly for more than 60 companies across ten European countries. As a licensed financial institution and a principal member of Mastercard, Swan is regulated by the ACPR. The company was co-founded with the startup studio eFounders and has received growth capital from prominent venture capital investors. Swan is led by a team of fintech experts with extensive industry experience.
C12 Quantum Electronics
Venture Round in 2024
C12 Quantum Electronics develop reliable quantum processors with carbon nanotubes. Its unique technology reduces drastically the error rate, making the platform a prime candidate for noisy intermediate-scale quantum applications. The Paris, Ile-de-France, France-based company was formed in 2019 by Pierre and Matthieu Desjardins.
OSS Ventures
Series B in 2024
OSS Ventures, founded by Renan Devillières in 2018, is a startup studio and venture capital firm based in Paris, France. Its mission is to bolster the French industry through technological, environmental, social, and societal transitions. Since its inception, OSS Ventures has established 15 startups primarily in France, with a few international ventures, and has invested in four additional startups. The firm's investment focus includes sectors such as manufacturing and technology, encompassing areas like coding, the sharing economy, open-source solutions, smart sensors, big data, robotics, additive manufacturing, and blockchain.
Metyos
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Metyos is a Paris-based company specializing in wearable biosensor technology that monitors the effects of daily activities on nutrition and metabolism. By analyzing individual data, such as fat levels and energy metabolism dynamics, Metyos provides users with personalized fitness and nutrition plans. Their aim is to help individuals understand how their bodies respond to various actions, enabling them to make informed choices and effectively work towards their weight goals. Through this innovative approach, Metyos empowers users to regain control over their health and wellness.
Sequans Communications
Grant in 2024
Sequans Communications S.A. (NYSE: SQNS) is a 4G chipmaker and leading provider of single-mode LTE chipset solutions to wireless device manufacturers worldwide. Founded in 2003, Sequans has developed and delivered seven generations of 4G technology and its chips are certified and shipping in 4G networks around the world. Today, Sequans offers two LTE product lines: StreamrichLTE™, optimized for feature-rich mobile computing and home/portable router devices, and StreamliteLTE™, optimized for M2M devices and other connected devices for the Internet of Things. Sequans is based in Paris, France with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.
Scalinx
Series B in 2024
Scalinx is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in the design and supply of Signal Conversion ASICs and ASSPs for various markets, including Test & Measurement, MilAero, and Communications. The company operates from its headquarters in Paris, with additional design sites in Caen and Grenoble. In Caen, a team of 20 employees industrializes the designs before production is outsourced to a network of subcontractors. Scalinx focuses on developing semiconductor technology that enables wideband and low-power signal conversion, facilitating applications in wired and wireless communications, test and measurement equipment, and radar. This approach allows clients to reduce costs and shorten development time for signal conversion technologies.
EYEGAUGE
Grant in 2023
eyeGauge is a Paris-based deep tech start-up dedicated to transforming the maritime industry by facilitating the decarbonization of maritime transportation. The company aims to help shipping companies meet International Maritime Organization targets by reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2050. To comply with decarbonization regulations, ship owners must accurately measure and report emissions after every voyage. However, 85% of the world's fleet currently relies on manual data collection, which is often unreliable and difficult to analyze. eyeGauge addresses this challenge by offering an innovative, automated solution that collects data from onboard systems in a contactless and non-invasive manner. This technology generates consistent and comparable data, creating a digital model of a vessel's equipment and machinery. By providing insights into operations, eyeGauge enables shipping companies to identify optimization opportunities and enhance efficiency, ultimately supporting their efforts to reduce emissions and comply with regulations.
Eligo Bioscience
Series B in 2023
Eligo Bioscience S.A.S is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, that specializes in the development of Eligobiotics, a new class of antimicrobials designed to target specific bacteria based on their genetic makeup. Founded in 2014, the company utilizes a combination of CRISPR/Cas technology and engineered phage capsids to create antibiotics capable of addressing microbiome-related diseases and combating resistant pathogens. These programmed antimicrobials aim to eradicate virulent bacteria within the human microbiome, facilitating the creation of advanced therapeutics for conditions caused by superbugs. Eligo Bioscience's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of microbiome precision therapies and next-generation antibiotic solutions.
Adionics
Series B in 2023
Adionics is a technology provider based in Paris, France, specializing in saline water treatment and desalination supply chains. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on developing innovative technologies for the selective extraction of salts from brine, seawater, and other salty waters. Its AquaOmnes technology effectively removes salt from water, while Flionex is an ion-absorbing liquid technology designed to bind salts, including lithium. Adionics serves various industries, including municipal water, power, oil and gas, and chemicals. The company is also engaged in research and development to enhance its processes and enable lithium recycling from batteries, aiming to provide efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for extracting valuable minerals.
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2023
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
Circul'Egg
Grant in 2023
Circul'Egg recycles the eggshells from companies by transforming them into two finished products: a calcium carbonate powder and a shell membrane powder. It promotes industrial co-products in the circular economy. The company's products are marketable on the animal feed and nutraceutical markets. This production responds to a need expressed by many players in animal feed (PetFood and feed for farm animals), nutraceuticals (food supplements for human consumption), and cosmetics. It was established in Paris, Ile-de-France, France in
Umiami
Series A in 2023
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, focused on developing plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company specializes in creating plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins, providing consumers with alternatives that closely replicate the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. By offering these innovative solutions, Umiami seeks to address the growing demand for sustainable food options while promoting healthier dietary choices.
Resolve Stroke
Seed Round in 2023
Resolve Stroke is a Paris-based HealthTech company with a global focus. We transform ultrasound into life-saving data by developing software engines that extract significantly more information, enabling diagnostics previously deemed impossible. Our first focus is neurology, aiming to accelerate treatments for over 1 billion people affected by brain diseases. To date, we've raised €3 million in pre seed funding, to pioneer software-based ultrasound innovation.
Swan
Series B in 2023
Swan is a European fintech company that specializes in embedded finance, providing an online banking platform for businesses to create and manage their bank accounts. Founded in 2019 and based in Paris, Swan enables companies to integrate banking features, such as accounts, cards, and payments, into their own products through simple APIs. The platform processes over 200 million euros in transactions monthly for more than 60 companies across ten European countries. As a licensed financial institution and a principal member of Mastercard, Swan is regulated by the ACPR. The company was co-founded with the startup studio eFounders and has received growth capital from prominent venture capital investors. Swan is led by a team of fintech experts with extensive industry experience.
Matera
Series B in 2023
Matera, a Paris-based company incorporated in 2017, operates an online condominium management platform aimed at simplifying the lives of co-owners. The platform enables residents to effectively manage their buildings by handling administrative and accounting tasks, generating necessary documents and bills tailored to each co-owner's needs. By providing a secure online environment for these functions, Matera allows co-owners to take control of their property management without relying on traditional professional syndicates. Additionally, the platform offers legal and accounting support, further streamlining the management process for building co-owners.
Santexpat.fr
Series A in 2023
Santexpat is a health insurance platform for French expatriates in more than 200 countries. It allows users to analyze more than 100 health insurance solutions and subscribe to them directly. The company also offers teleconsultations with French-speaking doctors 24/7. Santexpat was founded in 2020 and is based in Paris, France.
Pili
Series A in 2023
PILI Inc. is a company based in Paris, France, that specializes in researching and manufacturing bio-fabricated colors derived from microorganisms. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on designing enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies that convert sugar into sustainable and long-lasting dyes and pigments. PILI produces renewable inks as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional toxic and non-recyclable options. The company emerged from a collaboration among a biologist, a designer, and a financial analyst in a biohacker space, leading to the creation of innovative products like a pen fed by bacteria. By utilizing microorganisms, PILI aims to replace petrochemical and non-sustainable vegetable dyes, promoting sustainable development while also helping businesses reduce costs.
Hummink
Seed Round in 2022
Hummink is a Paris-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in additive manufacturing technology focused on nanoscale design and production. The company utilizes a patented technology that integrates a nanometric pen with an oscillating microresonator to achieve capillary deposition of various liquids. This innovative approach allows clients in the semiconductor and molecular diagnostic industries to create large objects while maintaining high resolution and precision on substrates ranging from millimetric to centimetric scales. Hummink's advancements in nano-printing technology position it as a valuable player in the field of precision manufacturing.
Jeudimerci
Series A in 2022
JeudiMerci is a marketing platform headquartered in Paris, France, that simplifies the process of sending physical gifts, comparable to sending an email. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on enhancing B2B customer experiences by automating the delivery of gifts at crucial points in the customer journey. Its services include both online and offline marketing solutions, which facilitate centralized gifting outreach to engage customers and employees effectively. By leveraging this platform, businesses can create meaningful connections with prospects and clients, ultimately driving brand engagement and development.
Supercosi
Seed Round in 2022
Supercosi is a mobile game start-up based in Paris, founded in 2021 by Charlotte Lavergne and Jean-Baptiste Fleury. The company specializes in developing and launching casual games designed for a wide audience, emphasizing both accessibility and engagement. Supercosi aims to enhance the gaming experience by incorporating competitive and collaborative elements, allowing players to enjoy relaxed gameplay while participating in enjoyable challenges. By blending creativity, data, and technology, the studio strives to create immersive gaming experiences that appeal to all types of players.
Outsight
Series B in 2022
Outsight SA, founded in 2019 and based in Paris, France, specializes in developing 3D Semantic Camera technology that enables simultaneous perception and understanding of environments in three dimensions. This technology detects the material composition of objects and is applicable in commercial and off-road vehicles, as well as in monitoring large areas in real-time. The company's Spatial AI solutions utilize 3D LiDAR data to track and digitize the movements of people and vehicles. They provide transportation hubs, such as airports and train stations, along with sports venues and industrial sites, with accurate and anonymous spatial intelligence data. This information aids in enhancing operational efficiency, improving visitor experiences, and bolstering safety and security measures.
Homa Games
Series B in 2022
Homa Games is a gaming technology platform based in Paris, France, that focuses on creating and publishing mobile games, particularly in the hyper-casual and idle genres. The company collaborates with over 200 carefully selected studios globally to develop games, having published more than 30 titles, including NERF Epic Pranks!, Sky Roller, and Idle World. Homa Games provides game creators with data-driven tools and human expertise, enabling them to transform their creative concepts into commercially successful games. The company also specializes in user acquisition, monetization, and offers automation and optimization services for app production and publishing, aimed at enhancing the gaming experience and supporting mobile game developers in growing their applications from inception.
Devialet
Venture Round in 2022
Devialet is an audio technology company based in Paris, founded in 2007, that specializes in developing advanced acoustic engineering solutions. The firm offers a range of audio equipment, including connected speakers and wireless earbuds, such as its Gemini model. By integrating digital and analog technologies, Devialet aims to enhance the audio experience for consumers. The company's mission is to make its innovative audio technology universally accessible, contributing to the advancement of sound amplification and overall musical enjoyment through its sophisticated production processes.
Pytheas Capital Advisors
Venture Round in 2022
Pytheas Capital Advisors is a Paris-based financial advisory firm established in 2014, specializing in alternative funding solutions for suppliers, buyers, and institutional investors. The company focuses on providing innovative financing options backed by real economic assets, including trade receivables. Its services encompass supplier payment solutions, payment factories, reverse factoring, and supply chain financing. Through its platform, Pytheas Capital Advisors enables principals and suppliers to effectively monitor billing statuses and manage invoice assignments without recourse, thereby enhancing financial efficiency and liquidity for its clients.
DeepLife
Series A in 2022
DeepLife is a biotech company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It focuses on developing digital twins of cells to enhance drug discovery processes. By utilizing deep learning techniques on multi-omics data, DeepLife models cellular behavior and simulates responses to various genetic screenings, such as siRNA and CRISPR-Cas9. This approach allows the identification of new drug targets, biomarkers, and potential drug candidates, enabling a better understanding of drug resistance and sensitivity. The company's mission is to advance systems biology and facilitate the transition of laboratory discoveries to clinical applications. DeepLife collaborates with academic institutions to leverage expertise and drive innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry, ultimately aiming to match the right drug to the right patient.
Siteflow
Series A in 2022
Siteflow is a developer of cloud-based service management software tailored for complex industries such as nuclear, manufacturing, special works, and oil and gas. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers Siteflow Builder, an application designed to streamline operations by aiding in the preparation, execution, and monitoring of projects on-site. This software facilitates real-time progress tracking, enhances collaboration among team members, and standardizes business operations. By focusing on user-friendly interfaces and functionalities that add direct value, Siteflow addresses the unique challenges faced by regulated industries, where traditional tools have often fallen short. The company also supports organizations in their digital transformation efforts, ensuring a smooth transition towards operational excellence by redesigning workflows and improving day-to-day activities for engineers, project managers, and operators.
DCbrain
Venture Round in 2022
DCbrain is a deep-tech software-as-a-service company based in Paris, France, specializing in the energy and supply chain sectors. Founded in 2014, the company provides an AI-powered optimization platform that integrates a visualization interface with a predictive analysis toolbox. This platform is designed to assist clients in identifying anomalies, preventing incidents, and forecasting the future developments of complex network configurations. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence and Hybrid AI algorithms, DCbrain aims to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making for its users.
Arianee
Series A in 2022
Arianee SA, founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializes in digital certifications for products using a blockchain platform compatible with Ethereum. The company aims to enhance the authentication of branded products through a universal open-source protocol that creates an immutable ledger documenting all aspects of product creation and sales. This technology facilitates secure and transparent interactions among brands, product owners, and third-party retailers, establishing a global standard for the digital certification of valuable items. Arianee's mission extends to enriching the relationship between brands and consumers by enabling direct and ongoing engagement through digital assets, such as NFTs.
Umiami
Series A in 2022
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, focused on developing plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company specializes in creating plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins, providing consumers with alternatives that closely replicate the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. By offering these innovative solutions, Umiami seeks to address the growing demand for sustainable food options while promoting healthier dietary choices.
Umiami
Series A in 2022
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, focused on developing plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company specializes in creating plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins, providing consumers with alternatives that closely replicate the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. By offering these innovative solutions, Umiami seeks to address the growing demand for sustainable food options while promoting healthier dietary choices.
Kayrros
Venture Round in 2022
Kayrros is a leading advanced data analytics company that specializes in providing actionable insights for the global energy market. With a team of over 100 employees from more than 15 nationalities, Kayrros operates from its headquarters in Paris and has additional offices in Houston, London, New York, and Singapore. The company integrates alternative and market data to create unique product offerings that enhance decision-making across the energy sector. Its platform focuses on environmental intelligence and asset observation, delivering critical insights related to greenhouse gas reduction, ecosystem protection, and energy transition management. Kayrros aims to support governments, companies, and investment markets in assessing the climate impact of energy and industrial activities, thereby enabling faster and more informed decisions. The company’s solutions are designed to be scalable and continuously expand to include new geographic regions and data sources, enhancing transparency in energy markets worldwide.
Doctolib
Series F in 2022
Doctolib is an online healthcare booking platform and management software provider based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company offers a comprehensive service for healthcare practitioners, enabling them to manage appointments, reduce no-shows, and attract new patients. For patients, Doctolib provides a free and user-friendly online service that allows individuals to easily find local health practitioners and book appointments for medical or dental consultations at any time. By streamlining the appointment process, Doctolib enhances access to healthcare services for both professionals and patients, facilitating better management of consultations and patient interactions.
Specify
Seed Round in 2022
Specify is a design data platform founded in Paris in 2018 by a team of former designers, product managers, and developers. The company assists organizations in managing their brand identity by automatically collecting, storing, and distributing design tokens and assets. This capability enables clients to maintain brand consistency across various products and platforms. After successfully onboarding over 1,000 international teams and two years of bootstrapping, Specify secured a pre-seed investment of $1 million. The company has positioned itself as a leader in the DesignOps and Design Systems sectors, being the first to offer a dedicated Design Data Platform. Additionally, Specify is an active member of the Design Tokens Community Group, which aims to establish standards for sharing design elements across tools and products at scale.
Silvr
Series A in 2022
Silvr is a business financing platform that aims to transform how entrepreneurs secure funding. By addressing the limitations of traditional financing methods, Silvr provides an alternative for e-commerce businesses and marketplaces that often struggle to obtain bank loans. The platform utilizes digital business data to forecast future revenues, allowing it to offer funding within 24 hours. This approach not only provides much-needed financial resources but also supports marketing expenditures, with repayments tied to the entrepreneurs' sales performance. Headquartered in Paris, Silvr is backed by ISAI and Eurazeo and facilitates millions of euros in funding for European entrepreneurs each month, enabling them to enhance their productivity and growth without relinquishing equity.
Ubble.ai
Convertible Note in 2021
ubble helps businesses fight against fraud with its frictionless online identity verification service that uses exclusive video live streaming and A.I. technology.
Egle Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Egle Therapeutics SAS is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, founded in 2020. It specializes in developing innovative immunotherapies that target immune suppressor regulatory T-cells (Tregs) for the treatment of oncology and autoimmune diseases. The company's research focuses on a proprietary drug pipeline that includes computationally designed IL-2 variants aimed at modulating Treg activity. This approach seeks to either engage or dis-engage Tregs, facilitating the development of therapies that can effectively combat cancer and other related conditions by addressing the immune suppression caused by Tregs. Egle Therapeutics aims to advance its unique portfolio to provide new treatment options in the healthcare field.
Swile
Series D in 2021
Swile is a French company founded in 2018 by Loïc Soubeyrand, focused on enhancing employee engagement and managing employee benefits. The company initially disrupted the traditional meal voucher market by offering an all-in-one smartcard that consolidates various employee benefits, including meal vouchers, gift vouchers, and mobility benefits. Swile's innovative super app aims to improve workplace culture through features such as employee recognition, event organization, collections, and peer-to-peer payments. Additionally, the company provides tools for conducting employee engagement surveys and delivering insightful analytics, enabling businesses to streamline expense management and simplify the distribution of benefits, ultimately contributing to the financial well-being of employees. Based in Paris, Swile continues to redefine the landscape of employee services.
Swan
Series A in 2021
Swan is a European fintech company that specializes in embedded finance, providing an online banking platform for businesses to create and manage their bank accounts. Founded in 2019 and based in Paris, Swan enables companies to integrate banking features, such as accounts, cards, and payments, into their own products through simple APIs. The platform processes over 200 million euros in transactions monthly for more than 60 companies across ten European countries. As a licensed financial institution and a principal member of Mastercard, Swan is regulated by the ACPR. The company was co-founded with the startup studio eFounders and has received growth capital from prominent venture capital investors. Swan is led by a team of fintech experts with extensive industry experience.
Vestiaire Collective
Series I in 2021
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform that facilitates the buying and selling of luxury, pre-owned fashion products. Founded in 2009 and based in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular economy, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective connects a global community of over 7.5 million members across 50 countries, providing them with access to a curated inventory of 3 million items, including 140,000 new listings weekly. The platform allows users to explore a diverse range of verified vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience while promoting a sustainable approach to fashion consumption. With offices in major cities like London, New York, Milan, Berlin, and Hong Kong, Vestiaire Collective embodies a commitment to transforming the fashion landscape through its engaged community and unique offerings.
Solstyce
Venture Round in 2021
Solstyce is a Paris-based provider of energy transition and environmental innovation solutions. The company offers a wide range of services, including photovoltaic systems, electric mobility solutions, insulation, waterproofing, and carbon performance initiatives. By focusing on the evolving needs of clients, Solstyce serves as a comprehensive resource for environmental innovation. With a team of experts dedicated to developing advanced solutions, the company aids clients in optimizing energy usage, minimizing their carbon footprint, and enhancing the sustainability of their operations. Whether through the installation of rooftop solar panels, insulation services, or electric vehicle charging solutions, Solstyce delivers tailored approaches to meet the specific requirements of each client.
Gourmey
Seed Round in 2021
Gourmey is a cultivated meat company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in producing ethical foie gras derived from duck cells, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional methods that involve force-feeding and slaughter. By cultivating animal cells in a controlled laboratory environment, Gourmey creates meat products that prioritize health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare. The company aims to provide delicious meat options for consumers who are conscious of their choices and seek innovative solutions in the food industry.
ManoMano
Series F in 2021
ManoMano is an online marketplace specializing in DIY, home improvement, and gardening products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Paris, France, the platform serves a community of DIY enthusiasts, providing not only a wide range of products but also expert advice and tips for various projects. Customers can connect with merchants to purchase items directly at competitive prices, enhancing their gardening and home improvement endeavors. ManoMano's data-driven approach enables efficient product offerings, making it a valuable resource for individuals looking to undertake DIY projects.
Umiami
Seed Round in 2021
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, focused on developing plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company specializes in creating plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins, providing consumers with alternatives that closely replicate the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. By offering these innovative solutions, Umiami seeks to address the growing demand for sustainable food options while promoting healthier dietary choices.
WeMaintain
Series B in 2021
WeMaintain is a tech-enabled lift maintenance company founded in 2017, with operations in Paris, London, and Singapore. The company offers a platform designed to simplify elevator management for building owners and managers. By combining the expertise of lift engineers with proprietary technology, WeMaintain provides real-time data and cross-equipment insights that help reduce costs, improve performance, and minimize energy consumption. The platform supports not only elevators but also escalators, fire safety systems, and automatic doors, enhancing overall equipment reliability while reducing downtime and operational incidents.
C12 Quantum Electronics
Seed Round in 2021
C12 Quantum Electronics develop reliable quantum processors with carbon nanotubes. Its unique technology reduces drastically the error rate, making the platform a prime candidate for noisy intermediate-scale quantum applications. The Paris, Ile-de-France, France-based company was formed in 2019 by Pierre and Matthieu Desjardins.
C12 Quantum Electronics
Grant in 2021
C12 Quantum Electronics develop reliable quantum processors with carbon nanotubes. Its unique technology reduces drastically the error rate, making the platform a prime candidate for noisy intermediate-scale quantum applications. The Paris, Ile-de-France, France-based company was formed in 2019 by Pierre and Matthieu Desjardins.
Adionics
Seed Round in 2021
Adionics is a technology provider based in Paris, France, specializing in saline water treatment and desalination supply chains. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on developing innovative technologies for the selective extraction of salts from brine, seawater, and other salty waters. Its AquaOmnes technology effectively removes salt from water, while Flionex is an ion-absorbing liquid technology designed to bind salts, including lithium. Adionics serves various industries, including municipal water, power, oil and gas, and chemicals. The company is also engaged in research and development to enhance its processes and enable lithium recycling from batteries, aiming to provide efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for extracting valuable minerals.
Matera
Series B in 2021
Matera, a Paris-based company incorporated in 2017, operates an online condominium management platform aimed at simplifying the lives of co-owners. The platform enables residents to effectively manage their buildings by handling administrative and accounting tasks, generating necessary documents and bills tailored to each co-owner's needs. By providing a secure online environment for these functions, Matera allows co-owners to take control of their property management without relying on traditional professional syndicates. Additionally, the platform offers legal and accounting support, further streamlining the management process for building co-owners.
Sun'R
Venture Round in 2021
Sun'R is a Paris-based company focused on the development, construction, and operation of photovoltaic energy production plants. The company manages a portfolio of 10 MWp rooftop-mounted photovoltaic plants and employs a diverse team of engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists. This team is dedicated to creating in-house operational and piloting capabilities, as well as optimization software and storage technologies tailored to meet specific environmental needs. Sun'R aims to contribute to sustainable energy solutions through its innovative approach to solar power generation.
Biophytis
Post in 2021
Biophytis SA is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, dedicated to developing therapeutics that aim to slow degenerative processes linked to aging and enhance functional outcomes for patients with age-related diseases. The company focuses on activating key biological resilience pathways to mitigate the effects of various biological and environmental stresses that contribute to these conditions. Biophytis has two primary drug candidates: Sarconeos (BIO101), an orally administered small molecule being developed for neuromuscular diseases such as sarcopenia and Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and Macuneos (BIO201), also an orally administered small molecule targeting retinal diseases like dry age-related macular degeneration and Stargardt disease. The company has established a collaboration agreement with AFM-Telethon for the development of Sarconeos. Founded in 2006, Biophytis aims to become a leader in aging science by providing innovative therapies to address the needs of patients with limited treatment options.
Biophytis
Grant in 2021
Biophytis SA is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, dedicated to developing therapeutics that aim to slow degenerative processes linked to aging and enhance functional outcomes for patients with age-related diseases. The company focuses on activating key biological resilience pathways to mitigate the effects of various biological and environmental stresses that contribute to these conditions. Biophytis has two primary drug candidates: Sarconeos (BIO101), an orally administered small molecule being developed for neuromuscular diseases such as sarcopenia and Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and Macuneos (BIO201), also an orally administered small molecule targeting retinal diseases like dry age-related macular degeneration and Stargardt disease. The company has established a collaboration agreement with AFM-Telethon for the development of Sarconeos. Founded in 2006, Biophytis aims to become a leader in aging science by providing innovative therapies to address the needs of patients with limited treatment options.
OpenClassrooms
Series C in 2021
OpenClassrooms is an online education platform based in Paris, France, founded in 2007. It has emerged as one of Europe’s largest education-to-employment platforms, serving 355,000 students across 140 countries. The company offers a variety of accredited online courses and degree programs, including Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level diplomas. OpenClassrooms focuses on vocational training in high-demand fields such as coding, IT, product management, data management, marketing, communications, and UX design. Its educational model emphasizes competency-based learning, combining high-quality online coursework with personalized mentorship, project-based experiences, and career coaching. The platform also collaborates with numerous corporate partners, providing a job guarantee to enhance employability for its graduates.
Ornikar
Series C in 2021
Ornikar SAS is an online driving school based in Paris, France, established in 2014. The company specializes in providing an affordable and streamlined approach to obtaining a driving license, catering to the needs of current and future generations. Ornikar offers a platform where candidates can learn and practice traffic laws, supported by a network of state-qualified instructors who deliver mobile driving lessons at reduced prices. In addition to facilitating access to driving licenses, Ornikar also provides tailored options for first-time car buyers and young driver insurance, enhancing the overall learning experience and promoting automotive mobility.
Step Pharma
Series B in 2021
Step Pharma, established in 2014 and based in Paris, France, focuses on developing innovative small molecule therapeutics for immunosuppressive therapies aimed at treating autoimmune diseases. As a spin-off from the Imagine Institute, the company leverages research on genetic immunodeficiencies conducted by Pr. Alain Fischer. Step Pharma operates as a joint venture with contributions from Imagine, Sygnature Discovery, and Kurma Partners, combining expertise in drug discovery and funding within the healthcare and biotechnology sectors. The company's proprietary therapeutics utilize a novel class of oral nucleotide synthesis inhibitors that specifically target cytidine triphosphate synthase 1 (CTPS1). This targeted approach enables selective modulation of immune cell populations, such as T and B cells, leading to enhanced treatment efficacy and improved therapeutic outcomes for patients with autoimmune conditions.
OncoDiag
Grant in 2021
OncoDiag is a French biotechnology company based in Normandy at one hour from Paris and Rouen cities. The company is focused on developing of non-invasive diagnostic tests for early detection of cancers. Its lead product the Urotest (CE-IVD) is a urine test for diagnosis and surveillance of bladder cancer. The company's pipeline also includes the Colodiag in development for early detection of colorectal cancer.
Arianee
Seed Round in 2021
Arianee SA, founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializes in digital certifications for products using a blockchain platform compatible with Ethereum. The company aims to enhance the authentication of branded products through a universal open-source protocol that creates an immutable ledger documenting all aspects of product creation and sales. This technology facilitates secure and transparent interactions among brands, product owners, and third-party retailers, establishing a global standard for the digital certification of valuable items. Arianee's mission extends to enriching the relationship between brands and consumers by enabling direct and ongoing engagement through digital assets, such as NFTs.
SESAMm
Series B in 2021
SESAMm is a fintech company focused on leveraging big data and artificial intelligence to enhance investment strategies. The firm specializes in analyzing vast amounts of web content through natural language processing and machine learning to generate analytics and investment signals. Its platforms, TextReveal and SignalReveal, provide comprehensive solutions for alpha research, catering to both fundamental and quantitative investment needs. With a team of 90 professionals located in cities such as Paris, New York, and Tokyo, SESAMm collaborates with prominent hedge funds, banks, and asset management firms globally. Additionally, the company emphasizes responsible and sustainable investing, offering insights that assist private equity firms, asset managers, and corporations in effectively managing their assets.
Aleia
Seed Round in 2021
ALEIA is an IT firm that offers a platform to assist individuals with AI-related projects. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Paris, France.
Ekimetrics
Venture Round in 2020
Ekimetrics is a global consulting firm based in Paris, France, specializing in industrialized corporate data science solutions. The firm combines consulting expertise with advanced data science and technology to enhance company performance, growth, and profitability. Ekimetrics develops tailored solutions that deliver significant impact in under six months, focusing on areas such as data transformation, marketing performance, customer intelligence, pricing strategies, process optimization, and broader data solutions. Through its team of data scientists, the company emphasizes ethical and conscious practices in data and artificial intelligence, enabling clients to improve their marketing and operational performance while revitalizing their business models.
GrAI Matter Labs
Venture Round in 2020
GrAI Matter Labs, based in Paris with additional offices in Eindhoven and Silicon Valley, specializes in developing ultra-low power, programmable neuromorphic computing technology. The company focuses on creating brain-inspired chips that utilize spiking neural networks to enhance sensor analytics and machine learning capabilities, particularly for devices connected to the Internet of Things (IoT). These processors are designed to enable autonomous navigation for vehicles, robots, and drones, while also integrating intelligent AI into smart homes, smartphones, and wearable health monitoring devices. Founded in 2016, GrAI Matter Labs aims to optimize energy usage and improve efficiency in AI applications, providing solutions that allow machines to act and react in real time. The company seeks to redefine AI interactions, making them more intuitive and human-like.
Livestorm
Series B in 2020
Livestorm is a developer of a video communication tool that facilitates audience engagement through an intuitive browser-based platform. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Paris, France, Livestorm enables teams to organize online events seamlessly from any device. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including the ability to create custom landing pages, send promotional emails and reminders, and host interactive online events featuring integrated chat, polls, and Q&A functionalities. Additionally, Livestorm provides advanced analytics to assess event performance, empowering businesses to effectively incorporate video communication into their strategies for attracting, engaging, and educating their audiences.
Braintale
Debt Financing in 2020
Braintale is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 that develops and distributes diagnostic and prognostic tools specifically designed for brain-injured patients. Its platform focuses on analyzing MRI reports to assist healthcare professionals in effectively diagnosing patients who are in comas due to severe traumatic brain injuries, cardiac arrests, or hemorrhagic strokes. With over 15 years of clinical development backing its products, Braintale aims to meet the expectations of both healthcare professionals and patients by providing accessible and effective tools for prognosis and diagnosis in critical care settings.
TISSIUM
Debt Financing in 2020
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.
Brevo
Series B in 2020
Brevo is a developer of a cloud-based digital marketing platform designed to assist businesses in enhancing customer engagement. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company provides an all-in-one suite that caters specifically to the marketing needs of small and medium-sized businesses, particularly in challenging markets. Brevo's platform covers the entire marketing process, from newsletter creation to analysis and reporting tools, as well as targeting modules. This enables businesses, e-commerce sellers, and agencies to foster customer relationships through comprehensive digital marketing campaigns, transactional messaging, and marketing automation, setting it apart from solutions aimed at enterprise-level clients.
Swan
Seed Round in 2020
Swan is a European fintech company that specializes in embedded finance, providing an online banking platform for businesses to create and manage their bank accounts. Founded in 2019 and based in Paris, Swan enables companies to integrate banking features, such as accounts, cards, and payments, into their own products through simple APIs. The platform processes over 200 million euros in transactions monthly for more than 60 companies across ten European countries. As a licensed financial institution and a principal member of Mastercard, Swan is regulated by the ACPR. The company was co-founded with the startup studio eFounders and has received growth capital from prominent venture capital investors. Swan is led by a team of fintech experts with extensive industry experience.
Medaviz
Series A in 2020
Medaviz is an online platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France, that facilitates immediate communication between patients and healthcare professionals. The service allows users to connect with various specialists, including general practitioners, pediatricians, gynecologists, and psychologists, at any time. By providing access to medical advice around the clock, Medaviz enables users to address their medical issues or emergencies efficiently, enhancing the convenience of healthcare access.
SideROS
Debt Financing in 2020
SideROS is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, established in 2019. The company focuses on researching iron-targeting chemical compounds to develop drug candidates aimed at persister cancer cells, which are resistant to conventional treatments and linked to metastasis and relapse. One of its key developments is ironomycin, a chemical molecule that disrupts iron homeostasis in persister cancer cells, leading to cell death through a process known as ferroptosis. By targeting these resilient cancer cells, SideROS aims to advance cancer treatment options.
Comet Meetings
Series B in 2020
Comet offers new generation meeting venues that stimulate productivity, creativity and well-being. In central Paris. At a faire price. Because meetings are way too often associated with the idea of a loss of time, fairly fast turning into collective social-network-checking sessions, in -most of the time- gloomy locations, they introduce Comet. They at Comet offer companies wishing to gather their teams for a one-day meeting, the first locations aiming at stimulating productivity, creativity and well-being, thought all the way from physical space to customer experience. And because they think that this luxury of having great meetings should not be granted to only a minority of companies, they offer this experience at a very fair price. Because they all deserve it.
Pixium Vision
Post in 2020
Pixium Vision SA is a bioelectronics company based in Paris, France, focused on developing innovative retinal implant systems to restore vision for individuals who have lost sight due to degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Established in 2011, Pixium Vision's primary product is the PRIMA System, a bionic vision system designed to improve visual perception and promote greater independence among users. The company is advancing several devices, including the IRIS1, currently undergoing clinical trials, and the next-generation IRIS2, which aims to enhance visual acuity. Additionally, Pixium is working on the IRIS3, a sub-retinal implant that promises further improvements in vision. The company collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Stanford University, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and the Institut de la Vision, utilizing cutting-edge research in neural processing and micro-electronics to drive its innovations. Pixium Vision is supported by a consortium of prominent European venture capital firms.
Honing Biosciences
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Honing Biosciences SAS is a bio-therapeutics company based in Paris, France, specializing in the development and enhancement of cell-based therapies for cancer and other chronic diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary molecular CellTune technology to create tunable cell therapeutics that enable precise control over the dynamic delivery of proteins in patients. This innovation allows for the regulation of protein expression at the cell surface and the secretion of therapeutic agents such as enzymes, cytokines, and antibodies, which can be adapted based on the clinical progression of a patient's condition. Honing Biosciences also offers therapies like CAR-T cell therapy and checkpoint inhibitors, which aim to improve treatment efficacy while minimizing adverse effects associated with earlier therapeutic generations. Established in 2018, the company focuses on advancing immunotherapy and reconstituting cell therapies to better engage the body’s immune system in combating diseases.
Owkin
Series A in 2020
Owkin is an artificial intelligence company founded in 2016 with offices in New York and Paris, focused on improving patient outcomes through innovative technology. The company utilizes AI to enhance drug discovery and development, particularly in oncology, by identifying new drug candidates, de-risking clinical trials, and creating diagnostic tools. Owkin's offerings include Okwin Lab, which connects data by therapeutic area; Okwin Loop, which features validated models; and a comprehensive software stack for full-service solutions. The company employs federated learning, enabling collaboration among medical and biopharma partners to extract insights from disparate datasets while safeguarding patient privacy. Owkin has developed a catalog of 30 validated models, with an additional 40 in development, and has raised over $255 million in funding, achieving unicorn status in November 2021. Co-founded by Thomas Clozel and Gilles Wainrib, Owkin aims to transform the landscape of healthcare by delivering tailored treatments for individual patients.
Swile
Series C in 2020
Swile is a French company founded in 2018 by Loïc Soubeyrand, focused on enhancing employee engagement and managing employee benefits. The company initially disrupted the traditional meal voucher market by offering an all-in-one smartcard that consolidates various employee benefits, including meal vouchers, gift vouchers, and mobility benefits. Swile's innovative super app aims to improve workplace culture through features such as employee recognition, event organization, collections, and peer-to-peer payments. Additionally, the company provides tools for conducting employee engagement surveys and delivering insightful analytics, enabling businesses to streamline expense management and simplify the distribution of benefits, ultimately contributing to the financial well-being of employees. Based in Paris, Swile continues to redefine the landscape of employee services.
Owkin
Series A in 2020
Owkin is an artificial intelligence company founded in 2016 with offices in New York and Paris, focused on improving patient outcomes through innovative technology. The company utilizes AI to enhance drug discovery and development, particularly in oncology, by identifying new drug candidates, de-risking clinical trials, and creating diagnostic tools. Owkin's offerings include Okwin Lab, which connects data by therapeutic area; Okwin Loop, which features validated models; and a comprehensive software stack for full-service solutions. The company employs federated learning, enabling collaboration among medical and biopharma partners to extract insights from disparate datasets while safeguarding patient privacy. Owkin has developed a catalog of 30 validated models, with an additional 40 in development, and has raised over $255 million in funding, achieving unicorn status in November 2021. Co-founded by Thomas Clozel and Gilles Wainrib, Owkin aims to transform the landscape of healthcare by delivering tailored treatments for individual patients.
B-Hive Engineering
Venture Round in 2020
B-Hive Engineering is an engineering and operational consulting firm based in Mulhouse, France, with additional offices in Lyon and Paris, and operations in Montréal, Canada. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in providing technical assistance and project management services across various sectors, including chemistry, petrochemistry, energy, food, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, automotive, rail, aeronautics, and civil engineering. B-Hive Engineering supports clients throughout the study and design phases of projects, offering operational support and training in project management to effectively address project challenges. The firm is dedicated to enhancing efficiency in industry, transport, and construction sectors.
Vestiaire Collective
Venture Round in 2020
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform that facilitates the buying and selling of luxury, pre-owned fashion products. Founded in 2009 and based in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular economy, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective connects a global community of over 7.5 million members across 50 countries, providing them with access to a curated inventory of 3 million items, including 140,000 new listings weekly. The platform allows users to explore a diverse range of verified vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience while promoting a sustainable approach to fashion consumption. With offices in major cities like London, New York, Milan, Berlin, and Hong Kong, Vestiaire Collective embodies a commitment to transforming the fashion landscape through its engaged community and unique offerings.
TwicPics
Seed Round in 2020
TwicPics is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in image and video processing software through its Application Program Interface (API). The company addresses the challenges posed by the increasing demand for visual content in marketing, which often leads to heavy website loads and longer page loading times. By automating the processing of images and videos, TwicPics enhances visual quality and web performance while reducing the carbon footprint of websites. Its platform provides real-time, device-adapted images tailored to various screen sizes and network conditions, improving user experience and site speed. This innovative solution is utilized by both major brands and startups to streamline workflows, boost key performance indicators such as conversion rates and engagement, and develop eco-friendly websites.
Extrality
Seed Round in 2020
Extrality develops a platform aimed to offer rapid numerical simulations by machine learning. It was formed in 2019 and based in Paris, Ile-de-France, France.
ManoMano
Series E in 2020
ManoMano is an online marketplace specializing in DIY, home improvement, and gardening products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Paris, France, the platform serves a community of DIY enthusiasts, providing not only a wide range of products but also expert advice and tips for various projects. Customers can connect with merchants to purchase items directly at competitive prices, enhancing their gardening and home improvement endeavors. ManoMano's data-driven approach enables efficient product offerings, making it a valuable resource for individuals looking to undertake DIY projects.
LumApps
Series C in 2020
LumApps is a developer of a social and collaborative intranet platform aimed at enhancing employee connectivity and engagement within organizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tassin, France, with additional offices in major cities such as San Francisco, New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo, LumApps integrates seamlessly with prominent collaborative suites like Google G Suite and Microsoft Office 365. The platform serves as a centralized hub for corporate news, personalized content, work applications, and social communities, enabling organizations of various sizes to improve communication and collaboration. By supporting digital transformation initiatives, LumApps helps businesses foster healthy work relationships and enhance overall efficiency among employees.
TISSIUM
Series B in 2019
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.
Wifirst
Private Equity Round in 2019
Wifirst is a telecom operator based in Paris, France, that specializes in providing high-performance wireless internet and connectivity services for various enterprises across Europe and Africa. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on meeting the increasing demand for internet usage through its robust network infrastructure. Wifirst offers a diverse array of services, including wireless internet, fiber optic installations, managed LAN solutions, and firewall services, as well as internet protocol television and voice-over-internet protocol offerings. With a commitment to enhancing digital transformation, Wifirst operates hundreds of thousands of secure and intuitive connected spaces, ensuring that its clients remain connected in an evolving digital landscape.
HostnFly
Series A in 2019
HostnFly is a rental management services company based in Paris, France, founded in 2016. The firm specializes in optimizing revenue for property owners renting out their apartments on platforms like Airbnb. HostnFly provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes creating advertisements, selecting guests, managing housekeeping, and maintaining properties. By utilizing algorithms designed to enhance income from rentals, the company guarantees stable rental income for owners, ensuring a seamless and convenient renting process.
Ornikar
Series B in 2019
Ornikar SAS is an online driving school based in Paris, France, established in 2014. The company specializes in providing an affordable and streamlined approach to obtaining a driving license, catering to the needs of current and future generations. Ornikar offers a platform where candidates can learn and practice traffic laws, supported by a network of state-qualified instructors who deliver mobile driving lessons at reduced prices. In addition to facilitating access to driving licenses, Ornikar also provides tailored options for first-time car buyers and young driver insurance, enhancing the overall learning experience and promoting automotive mobility.
Pili
Series A in 2019
PILI Inc. is a company based in Paris, France, that specializes in researching and manufacturing bio-fabricated colors derived from microorganisms. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on designing enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies that convert sugar into sustainable and long-lasting dyes and pigments. PILI produces renewable inks as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional toxic and non-recyclable options. The company emerged from a collaboration among a biologist, a designer, and a financial analyst in a biohacker space, leading to the creation of innovative products like a pen fed by bacteria. By utilizing microorganisms, PILI aims to replace petrochemical and non-sustainable vegetable dyes, promoting sustainable development while also helping businesses reduce costs.
ManoMano
Series D in 2019
ManoMano is an online marketplace specializing in DIY, home improvement, and gardening products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Paris, France, the platform serves a community of DIY enthusiasts, providing not only a wide range of products but also expert advice and tips for various projects. Customers can connect with merchants to purchase items directly at competitive prices, enhancing their gardening and home improvement endeavors. ManoMano's data-driven approach enables efficient product offerings, making it a valuable resource for individuals looking to undertake DIY projects.
Neurallys
Seed Round in 2019
Neurallys is a Paris-based company specializing in the development and production of medical devices for neurology and neurosurgery. The company has created an intelligent sensor that communicates with a smartphone to monitor intracranial pressure in patients with hydrocephalus. This innovative device aims to enhance patient comfort and provide neurosurgeons with a valuable tool for more effective management and follow-up of the condition, ultimately improving the quality of care for those affected by hydrocephalus.
Doctolib
Series E in 2019
Doctolib is an online healthcare booking platform and management software provider based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company offers a comprehensive service for healthcare practitioners, enabling them to manage appointments, reduce no-shows, and attract new patients. For patients, Doctolib provides a free and user-friendly online service that allows individuals to easily find local health practitioners and book appointments for medical or dental consultations at any time. By streamlining the appointment process, Doctolib enhances access to healthcare services for both professionals and patients, facilitating better management of consultations and patient interactions.
Agricool
Series B in 2018
Agricool, founded in 2015 by Guillaume Fourdinier and Gonzague Gru, aims to provide local, tasty, and pesticide-free fruits and vegetables by transforming shipping containers into urban farms. These innovative farms are designed to optimize growing conditions, utilizing advanced technology to enhance productivity and sustainability. Agricool's farming methods are significantly more efficient than conventional agriculture, achieving up to 120 times greater productivity and reducing water usage by over 90%. The farms operate entirely on renewable energy, ensuring an environmentally friendly approach to food production. Currently, Agricool cultivates strawberries in Paris and Dubai, with aspirations to expand its offerings to a wider variety of fruits and vegetables, contributing to the urban farming movement and addressing global food needs.
Elium
Venture Round in 2018
Elium Tech, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Montpellier, France, operates a unified programmatic advertising platform that specializes in video advertising solutions. The company provides marketers with a self-service interface for managing campaigns across various channels, including Desktop, Mobile, Social, TV, and Digital out-of-Home (DooH). Elium facilitates seamless integration with multiple buying platforms, ad servers, and data management systems, enabling users to optimize their media trading decisions through data consolidation and automation. The platform employs artificial intelligence to enhance campaign efficiency, allowing for better and quicker decision-making in advertising. Elium also maintains offices in Paris and London, further expanding its reach in the advertising technology market.
Launchmetrics
Venture Round in 2018
Launchmetrics is a marketing platform and analytics solution provider focused on the fashion, luxury, and cosmetics sectors. Founded in 2006 and based in New York, with operational headquarters in Paris, the company offers a suite of products, including Samples, Events, Contacts, Discover, and Influencers, designed to enhance brand performance and streamline processes. Launchmetrics helps clients, which include prominent names like Dior, Fendi, and NET-A-PORTER, effectively engage with press and influencers, thereby accelerating their market launch and boosting brand visibility. The company collaborates with over 1,000 brands and partners such as IMG and the British Fashion Council, leveraging technology to create measurable marketing experiences that resonate with modern consumers. With a strong presence in eight markets and support in five languages, Launchmetrics is recognized as a trusted technology leader in the industry, serving about 50% of the top 100 luxury brands worldwide.
Nextmind
Seed Round in 2018
NextMind SAS is a Paris-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing non-invasive brain sensing devices. These innovative devices utilize neural networks to interpret neural signals from the brain, enabling users to control computers, mobile devices, and virtual or augmented reality headsets through thought alone. By merging cutting-edge technology with user experience, NextMind aims to advance the field of brain-computer interfaces, providing new ways for individuals to interact with digital environments.
Visiperf
Venture Round in 2018
Visiperf SAS is a digital marketing solutions provider based in Paris, France, specializing in tools designed for franchises and brands with physical points of sale. Established in 2007, the company develops technologies that facilitate search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine advertising (SEA). Key offerings include Visipages, which optimizes local SEO through store-locator technology, and Visiretail, which streamlines digital marketing deployment for retail locations. Visiretail features tools for multi-lever purchasing, smart planning, local and national statistics, and personalized messaging. Additionally, Visiperf offers Visipartner, a solution that enables external sales forces to sell digital marketing services effectively, incorporating features like CRM integration and real-time service notifications. The company is recognized for its expertise in managing the digital marketing transformation for various networks and has collaborated with notable clients such as Carglass and Coca-Cola.
S4M
Series B in 2018
S4M (Success for Mobile) is an innovative mobile advertising company, and the only technology platform today with MRC accreditations for post-ad measurements in mobile browsers and apps. Their mission is to deliver mobile ads that provide genuine personalized content for each individual user. They guarantee their clients full visibility into campaign insights from impression to conversion. The S4M technology guarantees MRC accredited standards and impressions and landing pages that are 100% loaded + 1 second followed by real clicks, and post-click engagements. Founded in 2011 by mobile marketing pioneers, they now service more than 500 advertisers around the world. S4M is headquartered in Paris with over 130 employees and ten offices worldwide in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Discover more: http://www.s4m.io
OpenClassrooms
Series B in 2018
OpenClassrooms is an online education platform based in Paris, France, founded in 2007. It has emerged as one of Europe’s largest education-to-employment platforms, serving 355,000 students across 140 countries. The company offers a variety of accredited online courses and degree programs, including Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level diplomas. OpenClassrooms focuses on vocational training in high-demand fields such as coding, IT, product management, data management, marketing, communications, and UX design. Its educational model emphasizes competency-based learning, combining high-quality online coursework with personalized mentorship, project-based experiences, and career coaching. The platform also collaborates with numerous corporate partners, providing a job guarantee to enhance employability for its graduates.
Eelway
Seed Round in 2018
Eelway is a luggage storage and transfer service operating in Paris, facilitating seamless travel experiences for both residents and visitors. The company offers long and short-term luggage storage, as well as door-to-airport and door-to-station baggage transfer. Eelway caters to various needs by collecting, storing, and delivering luggage of any size from locations such as airports, train stations, hotels, and private residences within the Parisian region. Their innovative baggage management platform ensures a comprehensive service that includes delivery, storage, and collection, with plans to introduce remote baggage check-in in the future. By alleviating the burden of luggage, Eelway enhances the overall travel experience, allowing customers to focus on enjoying their time in Paris.
Pili
Venture Round in 2018
PILI Inc. is a company based in Paris, France, that specializes in researching and manufacturing bio-fabricated colors derived from microorganisms. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on designing enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies that convert sugar into sustainable and long-lasting dyes and pigments. PILI produces renewable inks as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional toxic and non-recyclable options. The company emerged from a collaboration among a biologist, a designer, and a financial analyst in a biohacker space, leading to the creation of innovative products like a pen fed by bacteria. By utilizing microorganisms, PILI aims to replace petrochemical and non-sustainable vegetable dyes, promoting sustainable development while also helping businesses reduce costs.
DCbrain
Series A in 2018
DCbrain is a deep-tech software-as-a-service company based in Paris, France, specializing in the energy and supply chain sectors. Founded in 2014, the company provides an AI-powered optimization platform that integrates a visualization interface with a predictive analysis toolbox. This platform is designed to assist clients in identifying anomalies, preventing incidents, and forecasting the future developments of complex network configurations. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence and Hybrid AI algorithms, DCbrain aims to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making for its users.
Appscho
Seed Round in 2018
AppScho is an EdTech player in Higher Education, helping students connect and engage with campus life while helping institutions gain measurable insights.
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