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Founded by serial European tech entrepreneur Marc Ménasé, Founders Future operates as a venture studio, providing creativity, network, support, and productive capital. We've developed an investment platform specifically for entrepreneurs, managed by entrepreneurs, to deliver high value and foster an ambitious mindset. Our goal is to partner with exceptional individuals, align stakeholder interests, and cultivate operational collaborations. At Founders Future, we aim to be a strategic partner, actively influencing business aspects such as product development, go-to-market strategies, business development, and talent acquisition. We've assembled a team of top-tier operating partners from leading entrepreneurial ventures to oversee critical company functions. By sourcing off-market deals and maintaining flexibility in our investment criteria, we prioritize being entrepreneur-friendly and leveraging synergies with our Tier One European investors. Our investment focus centers on teams with A+ potential, scalable business models (including platforms, marketplaces, and SaaS solutions), and industries undergoing significant transformation.

Nordic Eye is a Venture & Growth Capital firm based in Copenhagen with representation in UK, US & Switzerland. We invest in carefully selected and mainly Nordic early-growth companies in the tech and lifestyle domain. We look for ambitious companies with high scalability and innovative business models. In addition to funding, our portfolio companies benefit from access to our talent, global network, and business relationships that can help validate their solutions and accelerate success in the market. Nordic Eye is a driving force behind innovation in the Nordics and California's technology and lifestyle space. Our global team aligns our interests with those of our investors and partners for lasting impact.

Ventech is a global early-stage venture capital firm with a presence in Paris, Munich, Berlin, Helsinki, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Hong Kong, raising over €900 million to support ambitious entrepreneurs driving the future of the digital economy worldwide. Since our inception in 1998, Ventech has invested in over 200 companies, including notable names such as Believe, Vestiaire Collective, Botify, Freespee, Ogury, Veo, Picanova, and Speexx. We've successfully exited over 90 investments, including companies like Webedia, MeilleursTaux.com, Curse, StickyADS.tv, and Withings.

Founded in 2008 by and for founders, Newfund Capital is an early-stage VC firm actively investing in France and the USA. We foster a strong entrepreneurial culture and support the ambitions of our portfolio companies through various initiatives. With $300 million in assets under management (AUM), primarily subscribed by entrepreneurs and family offices, Newfund focuses on a people-driven investment strategy. We prioritize entrepreneurs who are deeply committed to realizing their vision, valuing their individuality and strengths. Our initial investments range from $250k to $2M, with smaller commitments starting at $100k in the Nouvelle Aquitaine region through our NAEH fund. Beyond financial support, we offer access to our operating team and a robust cross-border ecosystem to help founders achieve product-market fit and accelerate growth. At Newfund, we emphasize founders with significant skin in the game, reflecting our own commitment as a major limited partner (LP) in each fund. Our interests are fully aligned with those of our portfolio companies, ensuring a partnership without conflicts of interest.

HCVC is a venture capital firm that focuses on supporting founders who are tackling significant challenges with innovative solutions. They specialize in investing in pre-seed and seed-stage companies that utilize breakthrough technologies to drive digital transformation, automation, and decarbonization initiatives globally. Their approach involves providing not only financial capital but also resources and collaborative support to help these early-stage companies grow and succeed in their missions. This includes leveraging advanced technologies to address pressing issues such as sustainability and efficiency across various industries. For more detailed information about HCVC and their investment philosophy, you can visit their official website at HCVC.

Elaia is a prominent European venture capital firm specializing in digital and deep tech startups across various stages of growth. They have a strong track record of backing tech disruptors such as Mirakl, Criteo, Ornikar, Shift Technologies, and Aqemia. Elaia's focus spans from early-stage investments to supporting companies through their growth and development phases. For more information about Elaia, you can visit their website at Elaia.

Breega empowers visionary and purpose-driven founders to translate ideas into meaningful impact. Since closing our first fund in 2015, we've grown to manage €600 million in assets under management (AUM) and support over 100 pioneering portfolio companies. Built by founders for founders, Breega is dedicated to offering startups the support and resources we wish we had when starting out. We've developed a unique investment approach called full stack funding, which encompasses capital, strategic connections, expertise, and unwavering support throughout the entrepreneurial journey. Operating across Europe and globally, we focus on investing in startups from pre-seed to Series B stages, nurturing their growth and success.

Truffle Capital, founded in 2001, is an independent European venture capital firm specializing in disruptive technologies in IT (FinTech and InsurTech) and Life Sciences (BioTech and MedTech). Our goal is to support the creation and growth of innovative companies with the potential to become future market leaders. Chaired by Patrick Kron and founded by Philippe Pouletty and Bernard-Louis Roques, we have raised over $1.1 billion and have supported more than 75 companies in the digital technologies and life sciences sectors. In 2017, we successfully completed the first close of our Truffle Financial Innovation Fund, Truffle BioMedTech Fund, and a fund dedicated to the French Reserve Fund. By December 2019, we had raised nearly €400 million for our new Venture Capital funds: Truffle BioMedTech Fund and Truffle Financial Innovation Fund. Our commitment is to drive innovation and support the next generation of industry leaders.

At Otium, we're driven by the vision and values instilled by our founder, Pierre-Édouard Stérin, to support entrepreneurs in realizing their potential for value creation. With a focus on people, boldness, and innovation, we are committed to developing tomorrow's leaders through long-term partnerships. We firmly believe that entrepreneurs are catalysts for progress, and we invest alongside them to foster sustainable growth. Our investment philosophy prioritizes projects that not only promise attractive returns but also enhance collective well-being, promote innovation, and address critical social, economic, and environmental challenges. At Otium, we strive to make meaningful contributions to society while generating positive financial outcomes.

Educapital is a leading European venture capital firm focused on investing in innovative companies within the education and future of work sectors. They support ambitious entrepreneurs from late seed to Series B stages, providing both capital and strategic guidance to help companies scale and achieve global leadership. As the largest European impact VC fund in their niche, Educapital is dedicated to fostering technological advancements that bring about significant improvements in education and work environments, creating lasting positive impacts on society and the planet.

Got it! Caphorn is a European Venture Capital firm specializing in climatetech, healthtech, and enterprise software. Established in 2011 and based in Paris, Caphorn partners with exceptional entrepreneurs and commits investments ranging from €1 million to €15 million in high-growth startups. They are part of the Anaxago Group, aligning their focus with sectors aimed at driving innovation and sustainable impact.

Revaia is a prominent European sustainable growth investor, dedicated to partnering with mission-driven entrepreneurs who have global ambitions and a commitment to sustainable leadership. We specialize in supporting growth-stage companies throughout their entire life cycle, from Series B financing to IPO and beyond. Our approach involves bridging the gap between venture capital, private equity, and public markets, serving as a supportive sparring partner for entrepreneurs striving to make a positive impact on the world. With offices in Paris and Berlin, and a presence in North America, our diverse team brings hands-on expertise and unique ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) know-how to the most promising technology scale-ups. We take pride in supporting companies such as Algolia, Aircall, Coralogix, Deepki, Frontify, GoHenry, Hublo, Platform.sh, Planity, and Welcome to the Jungle, among others.