Investors in Technology

Avelana is an impact investment and entrepreneurship company focused on nurturing impact-driven companies led by visionary founders dedicated to combating climate change, preserving biodiversity, and regenerating ecosystems. Our approach includes capital investment alongside hands-on entrepreneurial support, as well as fostering business creation and incubation to catalyze sustainable innovation and growth.

We are committed to the company, to society, and to the territory. We believe that exchange, sharing, and listening are the keys to effective governance and overall corporate performance. We support project leaders and companies by investing alongside them. Our ambition is to create sustainable value for companies, shareholders, employees, and the territory. Through our commitment, we aim to foster a collaborative environment that drives success and growth for all stakeholders.

SFINE is a passive holding company focused on investing in operational companies that meet specific criteria. These companies are typically unlisted and engaged in commercial, industrial, craft, liberal, or agricultural activities, excluding certain sectors like finance and real estate. SFINE targets companies in their seed, startup, or expansion phases, particularly those less than 7 years old or expanding into new markets or products. Based in the Essonne region of France, SFINE supports SMEs that contribute to economic growth while adhering to European Union standards for SMEs and de minimis aid.

Pinou Capital is the investment fund associated with AdopteUnMec, focusing on sectors such as entertainment and fintech. Their investment strategy likely targets innovative startups within these industries, leveraging their expertise and resources to support growth and development.

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.

Picardie Investissement, established in 1985, holds a prominent position as the leading equity investor in the Picardy region of France. As a Venture Capital Company (SCR), its capital is backed by regional institutional investors including regional banks, the Region, and Bpifrance. With a total investment exceeding €100 million across more than 150 SMEs, Picardie Investissement specializes in providing equity to companies engaged in creation, transfer, or development projects. The firm manages its €100 million capital through 40 lines of participation, supporting portfolio companies with a patient and long-term investment approach. This approach is facilitated by its legal structure as a "perpetual" SA (Société Anonyme), allowing it to sustainably contribute to the growth dynamics of its investees.

VC Link is a venture capital fund looking for promising and innovative projects and companies, related to, among others, broadly understood: • modern materials; • solutions for the energy sector; • automation and robotization; • software for industry; • solutions for ICT We stand out on the investment fund market with a good understanding of technology and the ability to support technological projects. At the same time, we are looking for innovative and competitive solutions on a global scale. For projects that gain our interest, we will be able to provide up to EUR 250,000 in financing, business and substantive support, assistance in obtaining further rounds of financing, strategic partners and potential customers. Our goal is to find and support technologies that have the potential to change the face of the future world. We believe that together we are able to create something big. We will help selected originators to refine the project strategy, its implementation and commercialization.

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.

Unfold.vc is a Wrocław-based venture capital fund focused on providing financial support for technological projects that have great potential for success, at various stages of development. We have been active on the market since 2008, and our team consists of competent and committed professionals with in-depth knowledge and many years of experience working on projects in various fields of technology. We invest in projects at various stages of development. The initial investment in a project usually ranges between EUR 100,000 to EUR 200,000. We participate in subsequent investment rounds, and our maximum commitment to date has been over EUR 1 million.

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.