Kreaxi

Founded in 2016, Kreaxi is a Paris-based private equity firm specializing in early-stage investments. It focuses on innovative and technological startups with high growth potential across various sectors including digital, hardware, life sciences, and services.

Isabelle Bou Antoun

Partner, Executive Director and Board Member

Isabelle BOU-ANTOUN

Managing Director

Pierre-Antoine Cognard

Senior Associate

Michel Dahan

Managing Partner

Sandra DUBOS

Principal

Maximilien Glenat

Senior Associate

Philippe Mere Ph.D

Investment Director

Sophie Pierrin-Lepinard

Managing Director

Past deals in Southern Europe

Diabeloop

Venture Round in 2024
Diabeloop is a medical device company based in Grenoble, France, specializing in innovative solutions for diabetes management. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on developing a closed-loop system that automates insulin delivery for individuals with type 1 diabetes. Its AI-based blood sugar monitoring device integrates a sensor that continuously measures glucose levels, a pump that administers insulin, and a smartphone application that connects these components through an embedded algorithm. This technology aims to enhance the treatment experience by reducing the mental burden on patients, allowing them to manage their condition more effortlessly and live their lives with greater freedom.

B2ebike

Venture Round in 2023
B2ebike is a Lyon, France-based manufacturer of electric bikes, offering models such as the B2 city range and B2 boost range. The company provides comprehensive electric bicycle fleet solutions for businesses and communities to promote electric mobility. It also develops a sustainable mobility platform that enhances performance and well-being and offers mobility plans to real estate developers, including hotels and peri-urban industrial sites, enabling clients to adopt electrically assisted bicycles through dedicated terminals and applications.

Lya Protect

Venture Round in 2023
Founded in 2018, Lya Protect operates a platform that facilitates insurance management between policyholders, brokers, and insurers. Its key products include CRM Courtiers, WebApp Assurés, Comparateur, Agrégateur, and Marketing Digital, aiming to automate tasks, optimize processes, and enhance customer experience in the insurance sector.

Show You

Venture Round in 2023
Show You is a France-based software company that develops digital configuration tools for real estate professionals. Its platform enables users to plan spaces and manage modification work during real estate acquisitions, using interactive plans and a dedicated digital purchase management space. The solution facilitates communication among buyers, developers, and contractors, provides automatic quotes and reports, and allows clients to study modifications under promoter supervision. By streamlining planning and change management, Show You aims to save time, clarify work, and improve customer satisfaction in the property development process.

Diabeloop

Series C in 2022
Diabeloop is a medical device company based in Grenoble, France, specializing in innovative solutions for diabetes management. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on developing a closed-loop system that automates insulin delivery for individuals with type 1 diabetes. Its AI-based blood sugar monitoring device integrates a sensor that continuously measures glucose levels, a pump that administers insulin, and a smartphone application that connects these components through an embedded algorithm. This technology aims to enhance the treatment experience by reducing the mental burden on patients, allowing them to manage their condition more effortlessly and live their lives with greater freedom.

Primo1D

Venture Round in 2021
Primo1D, established in 2013 and based at MINATEC Campus in Grenoble, France, specializes in embedding intelligence into objects and materials using its proprietary E-Thread® yarn technology. This yarn contains electronics that enable companies to trace and monitor their products for anti-theft and anti-counterfeiting purposes, thereby enhancing product value.

Per Angusta

Series A in 2020
Per Angusta SAS is a software company that specializes in procurement performance management. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Villeurbanne, France, the company offers a SaaS platform that helps procurement teams improve their performance by identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing sourcing projects, and tracking progress toward procurement goals. The platform facilitates collaboration among stakeholders and enables users to forecast savings, prioritize projects based on value and risk, and report on performance metrics. Per Angusta serves a diverse clientele, including chief procurement officers, buyers, and procurement analysts within large enterprises and midmarket businesses. Through its innovative solutions, the company aims to enhance accountability, agility, and collaboration in procurement processes.

Diabeloop

Series B in 2019
Diabeloop is a medical device company based in Grenoble, France, specializing in innovative solutions for diabetes management. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on developing a closed-loop system that automates insulin delivery for individuals with type 1 diabetes. Its AI-based blood sugar monitoring device integrates a sensor that continuously measures glucose levels, a pump that administers insulin, and a smartphone application that connects these components through an embedded algorithm. This technology aims to enhance the treatment experience by reducing the mental burden on patients, allowing them to manage their condition more effortlessly and live their lives with greater freedom.

Swikly

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Swikly is an online payment platform based in Lyon, France, established in 2016. It specializes in securing reservations and managing security deposits through credit and debit card imprints. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including property owners, activity providers, restaurant owners, and vehicle rental services. By providing a streamlined and efficient method for handling payments and deposits, Swikly aims to simplify the rental process and promote environmentally friendly consumption patterns. The platform supports the sharing economy by facilitating the transition to renting rather than buying, thereby optimizing asset use and contributing to carbon neutrality efforts.

Primo1D

Venture Round in 2019
Primo1D, established in 2013 and based at MINATEC Campus in Grenoble, France, specializes in embedding intelligence into objects and materials using its proprietary E-Thread® yarn technology. This yarn contains electronics that enable companies to trace and monitor their products for anti-theft and anti-counterfeiting purposes, thereby enhancing product value.

Sentryo

Series A in 2018
Sentryo SAS is a cybersecurity company that specializes in providing solutions for industrial networks and the Internet of Things. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Charbonnières-les-Bains, France, Sentryo focuses on ensuring the resilience and safety of industrial operations by offering continuous visibility over Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA infrastructures. The company's flagship product, ICS CyberVision, enables control engineers to monitor all equipment connected to industrial networks, identify vulnerabilities, and make informed decisions to maintain system integrity. Sentryo's solutions leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to deliver real-time insights, detect anomalies, and manage cyber risks effectively. The company serves various sectors, including smart cities, utilities, and energy grids, making it a crucial player in securing critical infrastructures. As of 2019, Sentryo operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

Pollen Metrology

Venture Round in 2017
POLLEN Metrology is a company focused on enhancing the manufacturing of high-performance materials through advanced smart process-control software. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Moirans, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, the company specializes in the characterization of nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, and nanostructures, particularly for the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. Its innovative software utilizes artificial intelligence to automate the analysis of metrology and defectivity data, thereby improving production yields and enabling tool suppliers to track defects from early research through to high-volume manufacturing. POLLEN Metrology aims to provide a comprehensive software infrastructure that supports the smart factory concept, ultimately accelerating advanced process control from research and development to production.

Per Angusta

Seed Round in 2017
Per Angusta SAS is a software company that specializes in procurement performance management. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Villeurbanne, France, the company offers a SaaS platform that helps procurement teams improve their performance by identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing sourcing projects, and tracking progress toward procurement goals. The platform facilitates collaboration among stakeholders and enables users to forecast savings, prioritize projects based on value and risk, and report on performance metrics. Per Angusta serves a diverse clientele, including chief procurement officers, buyers, and procurement analysts within large enterprises and midmarket businesses. Through its innovative solutions, the company aims to enhance accountability, agility, and collaboration in procurement processes.

LXRepair

Seed Round in 2017
LXRepair is a French company focused on advancing disruptive technologies for DNA repair characterization, aiming to improve personalized cancer medicine. The company develops proprietary quantitative enzymatic assays that identify predictive markers of response to anti-cancer therapies, utilizing a functional approach that measures the efficacy of DNA repair pathways through fluorescent signals on a biochip. This method provides a more relevant understanding of DNA repair mechanisms compared to traditional genetic approaches, making it particularly useful in identifying defects that contribute to treatment failures in patients undergoing radiotherapy and chemotherapy. LXRepair's innovative platform is designed for research and development labs engaged in studying DNA repair mechanisms, with a significant goal of achieving CE-IVD marking for its first kit, which aims to predict radiotoxicity events. The company is supported by various investors and has initiated clinical studies to identify blood and tumor biomarkers related to radiotoxicity and radio-chemo resistance in cancer patients.

Diabeloop

Series A in 2017
Diabeloop is a medical device company based in Grenoble, France, specializing in innovative solutions for diabetes management. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on developing a closed-loop system that automates insulin delivery for individuals with type 1 diabetes. Its AI-based blood sugar monitoring device integrates a sensor that continuously measures glucose levels, a pump that administers insulin, and a smartphone application that connects these components through an embedded algorithm. This technology aims to enhance the treatment experience by reducing the mental burden on patients, allowing them to manage their condition more effortlessly and live their lives with greater freedom.

MailClark

Seed Round in 2017
MailClark, founded in 2014 in Lyon, France, originally as Clubble.io, offers an innovative email integration service that connects team messaging platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams with external communication channels such as email, Twitter, and Facebook. The company’s bot allows users to seamlessly convert emails, tweets, and Facebook messages into a chat format, facilitating uninterrupted communication across different platforms. As one of the first integrations featured in Microsoft Teams’ Bots Gallery, MailClark enhances collaboration by enabling users to manage their communications conveniently from their preferred messaging application. The company emerged as a spinoff from the French digital agency Novius, where the four co-founders collaborated prior to establishing MailClark.

360 Medics

Venture Round in 2017
360 Medics is a free digital platform created by physicians for physicians, aimed at simplifying medical practice by consolidating fragmented, outdated information into a single, organized resource. Launched in 2013, the Lyon‑based company aggregates medical content and tools to help doctors quickly access reliable information, reducing time spent searching online.

I-TEN SA

Venture Round in 2017
I-TEN SA is a French company based in Dardilly, established in 2011, specializing in the manufacture and marketing of micro batteries. The firm focuses on providing surface mount device (SMD) micro batteries that are utilized in various applications, including data backup, smart cards, autonomous sensors, and medical devices. I-TEN SA addresses challenges in micro-energy storage, enhancing the performance of autonomous circuits through its innovative battery solutions.

Nosopharm

Venture Round in 2017
Nosopharm SAS is a biotechnology company focused on the research and development of innovative antibacterial molecules to combat the growing threat of multidrug-resistant infections, particularly in hospital settings. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Nimes, France, Nosopharm specializes in Odilorhabdins, a novel class of antibiotics designed to target resistant gram-negative pathogens such as Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The company's lead product, NOSO-95179, is a first-generation Odilorhabdin aimed at treating Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae infections, while NOSO-95400 represents a second-generation option for addressing a broader range of multidrug-resistant bacteria. Nosopharm employs an innovative drug discovery platform that leverages the medicinal properties of microbial biodiversity, particularly focusing on metabolites from the bacterial genera Xenorhabdus and Photorhabdus. Through its dedicated efforts, Nosopharm seeks to address the critical medical need for effective treatments against hospital-acquired infections.

MultiX

Venture Round in 2017
MultiX S.A., founded in 2010 and headquartered in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, specializes in designing, producing, and selling spectrometric X-ray detectors. These detectors are used for material identification in various applications including security, food processing, mining, recycling, industry, and non-destructive testing. MultiX's advanced multi-energy technology is particularly beneficial for reducing false alarms in baggage screening systems at airports and sensitive infrastructure, thereby enhancing passenger facilitation and experience by minimizing the need to remove liquids and laptops from hand baggage while adhering to stringent security regulations. The company supplies system manufacturers with this technology, enabling them to improve operational efficiency and meet regulatory standards across multiple industries.

Finoptim

Venture Round in 2017
Finoptim is a manufacturer specializing in high-performance fireplace inserts designed to enhance the efficiency and ecological impact of traditional open fireplaces. Founded by Baptiste Ploquin and David Lepiney, the company emerged from a recognition of the widespread use of open fireplaces in Europe, which often lack the efficiency of closed systems. Finoptim's innovative products include open-insert fireplaces that recover and restore heat typically lost during combustion, significantly reducing emissions and pollution. By utilizing existing chimneys, these systems provide a practical and sustainable heating solution for homes. The company is committed to producing its products in France and prioritizes sourcing raw materials from European suppliers. Finoptim has received multiple awards for its product innovation, reflecting its dedication to advancing eco-friendly heating solutions and addressing modern heating challenges.

Biboard

Venture Round in 2016
BiBOARD is a business intelligence company based in Grenoble, founded in 2008 and acquired by Econocom in 2017. The company specializes in developing a collaborative platform that facilitates the visualization and analysis of data for businesses. Its platform enables users to share and broadcast information among employees while securely connecting with clients, partners, and suppliers through a hypertext link. BiBOARD's services include data visualization, predictive modeling, and dashboard sharing, allowing companies to enhance their decision-making processes and effectively manage big data. The company has established a strong presence in the market, attracting notable clients such as Orange, Clarins, and Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), as well as partnerships with firms like BULL and ATOS.

Banexi Ventures Partners

Acquisition in 2016
Banexi Ventures Partners is a venture capital firm based in Paris, France, that specializes in investing in early-stage companies with significant growth potential in high-technology sectors. Founded in 1983, the firm concentrates its investments in three primary areas: internet technologies, electronic technologies, and medical technologies. By focusing on these high-tech industries, Banexi Ventures aims to support innovative companies that are positioned for substantial development.

Sentryo

Seed Round in 2016
Sentryo SAS is a cybersecurity company that specializes in providing solutions for industrial networks and the Internet of Things. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Charbonnières-les-Bains, France, Sentryo focuses on ensuring the resilience and safety of industrial operations by offering continuous visibility over Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA infrastructures. The company's flagship product, ICS CyberVision, enables control engineers to monitor all equipment connected to industrial networks, identify vulnerabilities, and make informed decisions to maintain system integrity. Sentryo's solutions leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to deliver real-time insights, detect anomalies, and manage cyber risks effectively. The company serves various sectors, including smart cities, utilities, and energy grids, making it a crucial player in securing critical infrastructures. As of 2019, Sentryo operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

RESOLUTION Spectra

Venture Round in 2015
Resolution Spectra focuses its R&D on tailoring solutions to applications that require a high level of performance, compactness, robustness. RESOLUTION Spectra Systems was set up in 2011 to develop an offer based on SWIFTS technology and advanced optical spectroscopy. Its founders are senior engineers, business managers and research scientists from high-technology companies and research laboratories from the Grenoble area in France. The company is also based in Meylan near Grenoble, one of Europe’s leading high-technology centers.

Biboard

Venture Round in 2015
BiBOARD is a business intelligence company based in Grenoble, founded in 2008 and acquired by Econocom in 2017. The company specializes in developing a collaborative platform that facilitates the visualization and analysis of data for businesses. Its platform enables users to share and broadcast information among employees while securely connecting with clients, partners, and suppliers through a hypertext link. BiBOARD's services include data visualization, predictive modeling, and dashboard sharing, allowing companies to enhance their decision-making processes and effectively manage big data. The company has established a strong presence in the market, attracting notable clients such as Orange, Clarins, and Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), as well as partnerships with firms like BULL and ATOS.

Gridbee Communications

Seed Round in 2015
Gridbee Communications, established in 2014 and headquartered in Grasse, France, specializes in developing long-range mesh network solutions tailored for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company offers wireless modules that facilitate secure machine-to-machine (M2M) communications, ensuring reliable connectivity even in challenging environments. Gridbee's solutions are designed to be self-configurable and self-manageable, providing an auto-scalable communication infrastructure for connected objects. This technology is particularly useful for applications requiring real-time data transmission, such as smart grids, where the seamless integration of supply and demand is crucial.

Primo1D

Venture Round in 2014
Primo1D, established in 2013 and based at MINATEC Campus in Grenoble, France, specializes in embedding intelligence into objects and materials using its proprietary E-Thread® yarn technology. This yarn contains electronics that enable companies to trace and monitor their products for anti-theft and anti-counterfeiting purposes, thereby enhancing product value.

Nosopharm

Venture Round in 2013
Nosopharm SAS is a biotechnology company focused on the research and development of innovative antibacterial molecules to combat the growing threat of multidrug-resistant infections, particularly in hospital settings. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Nimes, France, Nosopharm specializes in Odilorhabdins, a novel class of antibiotics designed to target resistant gram-negative pathogens such as Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The company's lead product, NOSO-95179, is a first-generation Odilorhabdin aimed at treating Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae infections, while NOSO-95400 represents a second-generation option for addressing a broader range of multidrug-resistant bacteria. Nosopharm employs an innovative drug discovery platform that leverages the medicinal properties of microbial biodiversity, particularly focusing on metabolites from the bacterial genera Xenorhabdus and Photorhabdus. Through its dedicated efforts, Nosopharm seeks to address the critical medical need for effective treatments against hospital-acquired infections.

Energis Nautic Services

Seed Round in 2013
Energis Nautic Services SAS specializes in the maintenance of water bodies including ponds, lakes, canals, rivers, and streams. Founded in 2012 and based in Saint-Rambert-d'Albon, France, the company offers a range of services such as aquatic mowing, cleaning, excavation, and sediment sampling. As environmental concerns have restricted the use of chemical herbicides, Energis Nautic Services employs mechanical methods, particularly cutting, to manage aquatic vegetation. The company is also involved in the distribution and rental of specialized equipment necessary for effective waterway maintenance. With extensive experience in the field, Energis Nautic Services provides valuable advice on the selection and acquisition of vessels and tools tailored to the specific needs of waterway management.

Docea Power

Series A in 2010
Docea Power SAS specializes in developing and marketing software solutions for power and thermal analysis at the architectural level. Based in Moirans, France and founded in 2006, the company offers Aceplorer, a software tool designed for modeling, exploring, and optimizing the power and thermal behavior of diverse electronic system architectures. The Aceplorer solution accommodates heterogeneous systems composed of digital, analog, or mixed signal blocks and supports various levels of modeling complexity. Additionally, Docea Power provides AceThermalModeler, which generates compact thermal models for systems on chips, 3D ICs, systems in package, and complete circuit boards. The company also offers training and consultancy services to its clients, which include OEMs, SiP and SoC manufacturers, as well as IP and IC providers. Docea Power serves multiple sectors, including wireless, automotive, consumer electronics, aerospace, computing, and medical markets. As of 2015, the company operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.

Streamdata.io

Seed Round in 2010
Founded in 2008, Streamdata.io specializes in API management software designed to streamline data using event-driven infrastructure. Its core product is a machine-learning-based cache proxy that reduces bandwidth consumption for web, mobile, and IoT platforms. The company also offers services to help businesses progress through their API lifecycle and discover digital assets.

Interview

Series A in 2007
Interview SA designs and develops software that assists in customer relationships, marketing, communication, human resources, training programs, as well as quality control. The company’s product is used for polling a targeted population, collecting answers, and analyzing results. Interview SA is based in St Martin D Heres, France.
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