Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a wide range of financing solutions and support services for businesses at various stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, the company offers medium to long-term loans, export insurance, real estate and equipment leasing, and working capital loans. Bpifrance also invests in startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies through direct investments and fund management activities. Additionally, it provides consulting services for executives and training for CEOs, aiming to facilitate innovation and growth. Bpifrance was formed from the merger of several entities in July 2013, including OSEO, CDC Entreprises, and FSI, to enhance its role in supporting the financing of the French economy.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Cross-Functional Investments Venture Capital

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Sofia Dahoune

Associate

Vanessa Giraud

Managing Director

Laurent Higueret

Senior Investment Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences - Large Venture Fund

Hortense Jacon

Investment Associate

Veronique Jacq

Head of Digital Venture team

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Adrien Neel

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Tuan Tran

Investment Director / VC

Past deals in Durables and Apparel

Circle Sportswear

Seed Round in 2022
Operator of a clothing platform intended to offer sportswear from recycled material. The company's platform offers various types of clothes like t-shirts, pants, shorts, leggings, and many more that are made from Tencel which is non-toxic and ecological, enabling people to get comfortable activewear at an affordable price while helping the environment.

Primo1D

Venture Round in 2021
Primo1D SAS, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Grenoble, France, specializes in developing E-Thread, a unique yarn that integrates electronics into various objects and materials. This innovative yarn enables applications in traceability, production monitoring, anti-theft, and anti-counterfeiting. By embedding electronic components into textiles and materials, Primo1D enhances the functionality and value of products while facilitating their connection in the digital ecosystem. The company's solutions cater to a wide range of industries seeking to incorporate smart technology into their offerings.

In&motion

Venture Round in 2020
In & Motion creates wearable smart protection systems that reduces risks of serious injuries due to falls. The company has launches the smart ski airbag vest that measure & analyse in real time skiers’ movements and anticipates falls in order to activate the airbag bladder before the impact. Protection is optimum on both broad and crucial areas. The smart ski airbag vest received several awards, was worn in 2015-16 Ski cross World Cup by racers from 7 major countries and will be available in stores since September via our partner, the Swedish brand POC.

Authentic Material

Venture Round in 2019
SAS Authentic Material designs and manufactures wooden and metal products for tableware, packaging, glasses, accessories, jewelry and clock making, and decoration applications. It offers horn, leather, composite, wood, shell, salers horn powders, and more. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Toulouse, France.

Jolies Culottes

Venture Round in 2019
Jolies Culottes is a French company founded in 2016, specializing in the design, manufacture, and sale of women's innerwear, including briefs, bloomers, shorts, and tanga. The brand focuses on meeting the evolving preferences of modern women, emphasizing freshness, simplicity, and comfort in its products. Jolies Culottes operates through a showroom as well as an online platform, making its offerings accessible to a broader audience. The company's commitment to contemporary design aligns with the changing codes of seduction among women today. Based in Gelos, France, Jolies Culottes aims to provide stylish and comfortable innerwear for its customers.

Tunetoo

Venture Round in 2016
Tunetoo is a personnalized fashion wear online.We believe in the importance of giving a unique character to the products we manufacture. We value creative diversity rather than conformism, and we allow everyone to express themselves in an authentic and different way.

Duralex Peintures

Venture Round in 2015
Duralex Peintures SAS manufactures and markets paints, lacquer, varnishes, and adhesives. The company provides coatings, impressions, water repellant solutions, electromagnetic protection, rust-proof paints and coatings, soil, facades roofs, and woodwork. The company was founded in 1976 and is based in Bobigny, France. As of September 17, 2020, Duralex Peintures SAS operates as a subsidiary of Haghebaert & Fremaux Villeneuve D'ascq SAS.

Carré Blanc

Private Equity Round in 2013
Carré Blanc Distribution SAS is a French company based in Roanne that specializes in designing and manufacturing a wide range of household linen products. Established in 1982, the company offers an extensive selection that includes bed linens such as duvet covers, pillowcases, and fitted sheets, as well as bath linens like towels and bathrobes. Additionally, Carré Blanc provides kitchen textiles and decorative items, including tablecloths, cushions, and home décor products like carpets and candles. The company also caters to children with specialized bedding and bath sets. Products are available through a network of franchised stores across France and internationally, as well as via online sales. Carré Blanc is known for its contemporary and creative designs, appealing to various consumer needs in the household linen market.
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