Partech is a global venture capital firm established in 1982, headquartered in Paris with offices across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The firm manages over €2.5 billion in assets and has invested in over 220 companies across 40 countries. Partech focuses on technology investments, backing entrepreneurs from seed to growth stages, and provides operational support and strategic guidance alongside capital. The firm's portfolio spans various sectors, including software, fintech, health tech, mobility tech, and artificial intelligence, among others. Partech's investment approach is unconstrained by trends, working collaboratively with founders to drive success.
Co-Founder, General Partner and Member of the Impact Team
Carlota Armero Saura
Analyst
Jean Sini
General Partner and Member of the Venture Team
Marie-Hortense Varin
Principal
Paul Vider
Principal and Member of the Growth Team
Simone Riva
Principal and Member of the Venture Team
Andrew Whiting
Partner and Member of the Growth Team
Past deals in Ethiopia
Gebeya
Seed Round in 2020
Gebeya Inc. is an education technology and online software outsourcing marketplace based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with additional teams in Kenya, Senegal, North America, and the UK. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on providing specialized training in software engineering, design, and digital skills, contributing to Africa's digital transformation. Gebeya offers several services, including G-Talent, which connects companies with specialized developers for remote or in-house positions; G-Subscription, which provides access to IT professionals for a predetermined number of hours; and G-Made, which facilitates hiring Gebeya’s core engineering team for project completion. Additionally, the company engages in branding, videography, and animation services. Gebeya aims to be a reliable source of skilled talent, showcasing Africa's competitiveness in the global job market.
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