Investors in Health Technology

Elige Capital is an investor specializing in capital transmission and development capital operations for growing SMEs, in minority or majority, for investment tickets between 1 and 4 million euros. A dual DNA: entrepreneurs and investors Elige is led by an independent team that manages two investment vehicles subscribed by private investors who are business leaders and leading institutional investors. A flexible investment strategy whose main criterion is based on the women and men at the head of the companies and their development projects.

Founded in 2009 with the arrival of the Louvre in Lens, Euralens is a major forum of stakeholders dedicated to shaping a metropolitan area in innovative ways. Our association has been part of the Artois Metropolitan Pole since January 1, 2022. Our goal is to collaboratively accelerate urban, economic, social, and cultural development in this region. Bringing together 150 municipalities and 650,000 residents, our area covers the Pas-de-Calais part of the Mining Basin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Grand Forum includes local authorities, businesses, national corporations, high schools, cultural institutions, Lens Hospital, RC Lens football club, University of Artois, social housing providers, and more. We regularly convene to discuss territorial challenges, share projects, and debate strategic directions across diverse domains such as eco-responsibility, citizen participation, employment, culture, education, governance, and urban planning.

Somudimec provides comprehensive financial support to companies throughout their lifecycle, including creation, development, or transfer phases. They cater to both ends of the balance sheet, offering a range of services such as leasing, factoring, balance sheet buyback, and credit insurance. Their holistic approach aims to meet diverse financial needs, supporting businesses with tailored solutions that facilitate growth and stability across different stages of their operations.

Yarrow Capital specializes in backing early-stage entrepreneurs focused on building disruptive technologies and high-growth businesses. With a strong emphasis on innovation and strategic investment, Yarrow Capital supports visionary founders in realizing their potential and scaling transformative ideas. By providing capital, mentorship, and strategic guidance, Yarrow Capital plays a crucial role in nurturing innovation and driving forward the next generation of groundbreaking ventures.

HAND PARTNERS is an investment company comprising private investors who actively support talented managers and their projects across various crucial development phases, from seed funding to development capital (Small Cap). The firm adopts a generalist approach with a particular emphasis on sectors such as Industry, including Industry 4.0, and Digital technologies. HAND PARTNERS typically invests ticket sizes ranging from €200k to €1m, often co-investing alongside partner funds to scale investments up to over €5m. This collaborative approach enables them to provide substantial financial backing and strategic support to their portfolio companies. By leveraging their network and expertise, HAND PARTNERS aims to nurture growth-oriented ventures, driving innovation and sustainable development in their targeted sectors.

INTELLAGRI CAPITAL specializes in financing and supporting innovative and transitional agriculture, leveraging a robust ecosystem for AgTech. They collaborate closely with the PURPAN Foundation and its network of engineers, PURPAN ALUMNI with a global reach, IRDI CAPITAL INVESTISSEMENT with extensive investment experience, and CREDIT AGRICOLE, a leading bank in France. This strategic alliance aims to foster growth and innovation within the agricultural sector by providing capital and expertise to AgTech startups and initiatives.

Adour Business Angels (ABA) is a collective of volunteer investors primarily based in the Adour region, covering areas such as the Basque Country, Béarn, Landes, and Bigorre. Comprising senior executives, entrepreneurs, and retirees, ABA is dedicated to supporting early-stage startups and entrepreneurs through financial investment, mentorship, and strategic advice. As a member of France Angels, a national association uniting Business Angels across France, ABA leverages its local expertise and network to foster innovation and economic growth in its region. They play a vital role in the local entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting promising ventures with seasoned investors who provide crucial support during the startup phase.

Created over 20 years ago, Andera Partners is a major player in private company investments in France and internationally. Its teams manage over €3.6 billion in investments in life sciences (Andera Life Sciences), growth and buyout capital (Andera MidCap, Andera Expansion, Andera Croissance, Andera Co-Invest), sponsorless transactions (Andera Acto) and ecological transition (Andera Infra). Andera Partners' mission is to work alongside companies and their managers to support them in achieving strong and sustainable growth. The quality of performance offered to our investors relies on a strong partnership between the entrepreneurs in our portfolio companies and our teams, based on shared values. Performance through collective engagement, the "Power of And", constitutes Andera Partners' DNA. Based in Paris, with offices in Antwerp and Munich, Andera Partners is wholly owned by its teams, which count nearly 95 professionals, of which 58 investment professionals.

MySeedCap is an investment group composed of around fifty entrepreneurs and managers who focus on seed-stage investments in innovative startups with high growth potential, primarily in the Paris region and B2B markets. The company's approach centers on backing teams with diverse and complementary skills, emphasizing their ability to execute and collaborate effectively. Beyond providing capital, MySeedCap distinguishes itself by leveraging the extensive entrepreneurial and managerial experience of its investors. These individuals have firsthand knowledge of the challenges and successes of building and scaling startups, having previously run their own companies or successfully exited startups. They offer valuable mentorship and guidance to founders, drawing from their own experiences to help navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship. MySeedCap supports startups not only through financial investment but also by connecting them with strategic networks. This includes facilitating business development opportunities by linking startups with key decision-makers in their target markets, assisting in team expansion through recruitment channels, and aiding in securing additional financing through their investor ecosystem.

Seed for Good is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments, targeting start-ups in pre-seed, seed, and series-A rounds. They focus on supporting innovative ventures that have the potential for significant growth and impact. Seed for Good provides not just financial backing but also strategic guidance and support to help entrepreneurs scale their businesses effectively. With a commitment to fostering sustainable and socially responsible businesses, they aim to create positive outcomes both commercially and socially through their investments.

Avenir Entreprises Gestion is an investment management firm specializing in supporting businesses in their growth and development phases. They provide financial backing and strategic guidance to companies across various sectors, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and market competitiveness. Avenir Entreprises Gestion aims to foster entrepreneurship and innovation by investing in high-potential ventures and facilitating their expansion. For more detailed information about their investment criteria and portfolio companies, visiting their official website would provide comprehensive insights.

The Dijon holding company Steva is launching two ambitious and innovative investment funds, Star'Terre and Eat'Vallée, mobilizing 10 million euros to support more than 60 projects focused on the best