123 Investment Managers

123 Investment Managers is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Paris, France, with an additional office in Lyon. Established in 2000, the firm specializes in direct investments across various stages, including seed, startup, and growth capital, as well as fund of funds investments. It targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with enterprise values ranging from €5 million to €400 million, typically investing between €0.8 million and €8 million in portfolio companies. The firm has a diverse investment focus, preferring sectors such as technology, renewable energy, consumer goods, tourism, hospitality, and healthcare, including eldercare and residential facilities. 123 Investment Managers aims to make investments primarily in Europe, concentrating on markets in France, Switzerland, the United States, and Canada.

Xavier Anthonioz

Co-Founder, President, Chairman of the Board and CEO

Kevin Bizot

Investment Director

Camille Dallemagne

Private Equity and Mezzanine Financing Associate

Pierre Dupuy

Associate Director

Olivier, Jean-Philippe

Managing Partner

Jocelyn Tete

Investment Director

16 past transactions

Climbing District

Series A in 2024
Climbing District is a social club and coworking space located in the vibrant areas between Batignolles, Canal Saint-Martin, Buttes-Chaumont, and Saint-Lazare. It caters to both beginners and experienced climbers by providing bouldering rooms designed for training and recreation. The facility features clean, artistic spaces that enhance the urban climbing experience. In addition to climbing, Climbing District offers personalized training sessions, courses, and lessons, allowing individuals passionate about climbing to improve their skills and enjoy a memorable experience.

Ecoat

Venture Round in 2023
Ecoat develops bio-based chemistries tailored for the coatings industry, focusing on sustainable solutions. The company offers a range of water-based, bio-based products, including bio-based alkyd emulsions, acrylics, and specialty oils. Its product lineup features innovative offerings such as secoia, inokem, air purifying emulsions, and solkem, all designed to promote environmental sustainability within the paint and coating sector. By emphasizing the adoption of eco-friendly materials, Ecoat aims to facilitate the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices.

Gameward

Seed Round in 2022
GameWard is an esports organization based in France, founded in 2018. It focuses on competitive gaming, uniting professional gamers and content creators to enhance the esports experience for fans. The company operates as an esports agency, offering a comprehensive training ecosystem that includes coaching, team building, and expert guidance for players. Through its initiatives, GameWard aims to equip esports professionals with the skills necessary to excel in international competitions while promoting the growth and visibility of esports as a legitimate sport.

Bridge Group

Venture Round in 2021
Bridge is a network in the medical and social sectors. They provides local assistance and support services for senior residences and nursing homes.

Climbing District

Funding Round in 2021
Climbing District is a social club and coworking space located in the vibrant areas between Batignolles, Canal Saint-Martin, Buttes-Chaumont, and Saint-Lazare. It caters to both beginners and experienced climbers by providing bouldering rooms designed for training and recreation. The facility features clean, artistic spaces that enhance the urban climbing experience. In addition to climbing, Climbing District offers personalized training sessions, courses, and lessons, allowing individuals passionate about climbing to improve their skills and enjoy a memorable experience.

Les Opticiens Mobiles

Series B in 2021
Les Opticiens Mobiles SAS is a network of home opticians based in Lyon, France, established in 2014. The company specializes in providing comprehensive eye care services directly to clients in various locations, including homes, workplaces, and nursing facilities. Its trained professionals offer a range of products and services, including eyeglasses, sunglasses, safety goggles, contact lenses, and hearing protection, all at fixed prices that are reimbursed by social welfare. The opticians come equipped with the necessary tools to conduct eye examinations, assist in frame selection, and ensure proper measurements and specifications are met. This service is particularly beneficial for individuals who are elderly, isolated, or have mobility challenges, ensuring that quality eye care is accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to travel.

Gameward

Seed Round in 2020
GameWard is an esports organization based in France, founded in 2018. It focuses on competitive gaming, uniting professional gamers and content creators to enhance the esports experience for fans. The company operates as an esports agency, offering a comprehensive training ecosystem that includes coaching, team building, and expert guidance for players. Through its initiatives, GameWard aims to equip esports professionals with the skills necessary to excel in international competitions while promoting the growth and visibility of esports as a legitimate sport.

Unique Heritage Media

Venture Round in 2020
Unique Heritage Media SAS is a media group based in Aix-en-Provence, France, established in 2014. The company focuses on creating and distributing innovative and high-quality content aimed primarily at youth and their families. Its offerings include magazines, augmented books, applications, websites, and media devices designed for advertisers. By leveraging design, digital tools, and interactivity, Unique Heritage Media produces educational content that engages children and their relatives, facilitating learning through entertainment across various domains including culture, current events, and knowledge.

My Coach Football

Series A in 2019
My Coach Football allows you to manage and organize the daily operations of your football team, day after day, season after season. Designed to answer amateur and professional coaches’ needs, the platform centralizes all of your squad’s information and allows to gain time and efficiency. In a single click, you can manage players and their personal information, the preparation of training and games, but also individual and collective statistics. Season after season, you keep all those data and hence enjoy an optimum tracking of your team’s progression.

Les Opticiens Mobiles

Venture Round in 2019
Les Opticiens Mobiles SAS is a network of home opticians based in Lyon, France, established in 2014. The company specializes in providing comprehensive eye care services directly to clients in various locations, including homes, workplaces, and nursing facilities. Its trained professionals offer a range of products and services, including eyeglasses, sunglasses, safety goggles, contact lenses, and hearing protection, all at fixed prices that are reimbursed by social welfare. The opticians come equipped with the necessary tools to conduct eye examinations, assist in frame selection, and ensure proper measurements and specifications are met. This service is particularly beneficial for individuals who are elderly, isolated, or have mobility challenges, ensuring that quality eye care is accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to travel.

Lagardere Sports

Venture Round in 2019
Lagardère Sports and Entertainment is a prominent sport and entertainment agency with a global presence and a team of local experts. With a focus on delivering innovative solutions that cater to their clients' needs, the company believes in the power of sport and entertainment to inspire emotions and enrich lives. With over 50 years of experience in the industry and a workforce of more than 1,600 employees worldwide, Lagardère Sports and Entertainment is dedicated to providing clients with exclusive access to the endless opportunities within the realm of sport and entertainment.

LeCiseau

Series A in 2019
LeCiseau is a prominent French marketplace dedicated to hairdressing services. The platform enables customers to easily check the availability of local hair salons and book appointments online, particularly benefiting from discounts of up to 50% during off-peak hours. This service not only helps customers discover top-rated hairdressers close to their homes but also allows salons to maximize their seating capacity by attracting clients during less busy times. By connecting customers with professionals seeking to fill empty appointments, LeCiseau effectively addresses the challenges faced by both sides of the marketplace while promoting affordable and convenient hairdressing services.

MAGNYS

Venture Round in 2017
MAGNYS is a company focused on transforming the optics and presbyopia market by providing innovative glasses that offer immediate vision comfort without the need for a prescription. This accessibility allows opticians to promptly supply high-quality eyewear to presbyopic clients, enhancing their experience by delivering effective solutions in less than five minutes. Through this approach, MAGNYS aims to meet the needs of customers seeking quick and reliable vision correction, while also empowering opticians with a new product offering.

CapCar

Seed Round in 2017
CapCar is an online platform designed to streamline the buying and selling of used vehicles between individuals. It provides a solution for sellers to receive up to 20% more for their cars compared to traditional dealerships, facilitating sales within approximately two to three weeks. For buyers, CapCar guarantees quality vehicles that have passed a rigorous 200-point inspection, all while offering prices that are typically 5% lower than those of conventional dealers. By eliminating the commissions that professionals usually charge, CapCar aims to create a more equitable marketplace for both parties involved in the transaction.

Alltricks

Venture Round in 2017
Alltricks is a leading online retailer specializing in the distribution of bicycles, bicycle parts, and running equipment, primarily in France and across Europe. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including bicycles, mountain bikes, spare parts, helmets, shoes, brakes, wheels, and various accessories. With a strong emphasis on e-commerce, Alltricks has established itself as a prominent player in the online cycling retail market, catering to the needs of cycling enthusiasts and athletes. Through its user-friendly website, the company provides customers with access to a diverse selection of high-quality cycling and running equipment.

Ector

Seed Round in 2017
Ector is a parking assistance platform designed to simplify the parking experience for travelers. Recognizing the challenges of urban parking, the company offers a service where clients can leave their cars with valets at airports or train stations. Ector's platform ensures that vehicles are safely parked in nearby facilities, where they are cleaned and checked during the owner's absence. This service alleviates the stress of finding parking and allows travelers to enjoy a seamless journey from their homes to their destinations. By addressing the common frustrations associated with parking, Ector promotes convenience and peace of mind for car owners who prefer to drive despite the increasing popularity of alternative transportation methods.
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