Avolta Partners

Avolta Partners is a financial advisory firm based in Paris, France, established in 2012. The firm specializes in providing independent mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and corporate finance advice to high-growth startups and established companies in Europe, particularly within the technology sector. Avolta Partners has a proven track record in M&A and venture capital transactions, advising notable companies such as TokTokTok, Qarnot Computing, and Smartangels. The firm supports its clients through various stages of growth, including fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, and leveraged buyouts, with a specific focus on industries such as advertising technology, clean technology, financial technology, media, business services, and consumer services.

Tarik Saadallah

Senior Partner and Managing Director

30 past transactions

Anytime

Venture Round in 2021
ANYTIME is a financial management platform established in 2012 that caters to the needs of small businesses, startups, independent businesses, and entrepreneurs. The company provides a suite of services including business accounts, payment solutions, and expense management tools, all aimed at simplifying financial processes. Its offerings encompass management of bank accounts, business expense tracking, collections, accounting, cash management, and legal and insurance protection. By focusing on the unique challenges faced by small enterprises, ANYTIME seeks to enhance financial efficiency and ease of operation for its clients.

Serious Factory

Series A in 2018
Serious Factory is a Paris-based company founded in 2007 that specializes in developing innovative training and sales support simulators. The company's primary offering is the Virtual Training Suite, a Software-as-a-Service solution that enhances traditional learning processes across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, banking, construction, energy, luxury, retail, medical, and telecommunications. Serious Factory leverages expertise in instructional engineering and gamification to create effective training programs that encompass digital learning modules, serious games, blended learning, and practical simulations. Their technology enables businesses to design, distribute, and regularly update educational content while also monitoring skill development. Serious Factory operates through a network of partner resellers across Europe, Asia, and North America.

Intuiface

Series A in 2018
Intuiface is a no-code platform that enables the creation, integration, deployment, and analysis of interactive digital experiences tailored for physical spaces. Serving over 1,600 companies in more than 70 countries, it facilitates the connection between people and places through various interactive technologies, including touch, RFID/NFC, computer vision, and IoT. The platform is versatile, applicable across multiple industries such as retail, hospitality, real estate, tourism, and education, and supports a wide range of applications, from digital signage to self-service kiosks. Intuiface is also ISO 27001 Certified, ensuring a high standard of security for its users.

Gojob

Venture Round in 2018
Gojob is a workforce-as-a-service platform that leverages technology and data to enhance accessibility in the labor market. The company specializes in online job recruitment, facilitating temporary assignments and training individuals for various roles. Gojob acts as an intermediary between workers and companies, offering job placements across multiple sectors including logistics, construction, industry, sales, services, assistantship, management, and transportation. By streamlining the recruitment process, Gojob enables both job seekers and employers to efficiently connect and fulfill employment needs.

Minuit Une

Series A in 2017
Minuit Une specializes in innovative lighting solutions, having developed a patented laser technology known as IVL™ (Immersive & Versatile Laser lighting). This cutting-edge technology has quickly gained attention across various sectors, including concerts, events, television production, and nightlife. The company's products are designed to enhance the lighting experience at events by transforming traditional laser sources into a new type of light that is fully controllable via DMX. This capability allows event managers to create immersive experiences for audiences while significantly reducing logistics costs. Minuit Une's focus on advanced laser lighting positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of event production.

Julie Desk

Venture Round in 2017
Julie Desk is a Paris-based company that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven virtual assistant technology for scheduling meetings and managing appointments. Founded in 2015, the platform allows users to create, cancel, and schedule events, while also facilitating the sending of email invitations. Users can customize their experience by setting working hours, appointment types, and preferred addresses. Julie Desk aims to streamline the scheduling process, enhancing productivity for individuals and organizations alike.

EP

Venture Round in 2017
EP operates a digital data platform designed for real estate and building professionals, offering users a comprehensive online diagnosis of their habitat by simply entering their postal address. The platform delivers valuable insights about a user's home and neighborhood, eliminating the need for complicated reports. It provides personalized recommendations for renovations and energy savings, along with clear guidance on how to implement and finance these projects. Additionally, EP connects users with qualified local professionals, facilitating a straightforward and efficient process for home improvement and maintenance. The company's innovative approach integrates various data points, such as wall surface area and sunlight intensity, to enhance the user experience and ensure informed decision-making related to property management.

Kimple

Venture Round in 2016
Kimple is a company that specializes in a gamification-based marketing platform aimed at enhancing audience engagement. By utilizing gamification mechanics, Kimple enables businesses to connect with their audiences more effectively, allowing for the capture of lead information and optimization of market reach. The company's innovative approach reinvents the relationship between brands and consumers, transforming traditional marketing strategies into interactive experiences. Kimple recognizes the potential of games as strategic tools for engagement, appealing to a diverse demographic that includes children, parents, and grandparents alike. Through its online platform, Kimple fosters interaction with brands and communities, emphasizing the importance of play in marketing.

Educlever

Seed Round in 2016
Educlever, SA is an edTech company based in Gentilly, France, founded in 2000. It operates an online platform that provides digital educational content tailored for the French K-12 education system. The company develops various products, including Enseigno, which offers online educational support for teachers and students, and MAXICOURS, an online tutoring service. Additionally, Educlever features E-Scope, which helps create personalized training paths in mathematics and French, and CIVISCOL, an online tutoring service for local authorities. The platform also includes an Adaptive Learning Engine (ALE) that manages learner profiles and assessments, as well as CORPUS, a content and knowledge reference system for e-learning activities. Educlever's solutions are designed to enhance educational experiences for both students and teachers by providing adaptive learning and tailored educational resources.

Cityscoot

Series A in 2016
Cityscoot SAS is a provider of self-service electric scooter rentals based in Paris, France, with operations extending to Nice, Milan, and Rome. Established in 2014, the company began its service in June 2016 with a fleet of 150 free-floating electric scooters in Paris, which has since expanded to 5,000 scooters across its operational cities. Users can locate available scooters via a mobile application, book them for free for the first 10 minutes, and unlock them using a four-digit code. Cityscoot differentiates itself by developing its own software and hardware technology, as well as maintaining its fleet with dedicated employees who use electric utility trucks for upkeep. The service also includes comprehensive insurance coverage to ensure a safe rental experience.

Hesus

Series A in 2016
Hesus is a provider of pollution and waste management services focused on helping public works contractors effectively manage contaminated and inert building sites. The company specializes in treating polluted waste generated during construction, offering services such as repairing drainage, addressing poly-contamination, and managing polluted soils. Additionally, Hesus facilitates the removal and recovery of soil, excavated materials, and construction waste, while also delivering processed soils and materials to site managers and contractors. By partnering with Paris Est University and its "Geo-Environment" Master program, Hesus aims to enhance its innovative tools and contribute to knowledge in the fields of site management and environmental protection, ensuring that its services promote sustainability and mitigate pollution.

SmartAngels.fr

Series A in 2016
SmartAngels is a crowdfunding platform focused on capital investment in start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It operates a digital financing platform that provides equity crowdfunding services. The company identifies direct investment opportunities within the SME sector, assesses and validates the interest in these operations, and then presents the investment proposals to its members. This approach allows both retail and professional investors to efficiently finance start-ups through equity or bond investments.

La Thé Box

Series A in 2016
La Thé Box SAS is a Paris-based company that specializes in online retailing of tea boxes and related products. Established in 2012, it offers a monthly subscription service that delivers a curated selection of high-quality teas and infusions from renowned tea houses such as Dammann Freres, Palace, Tamayura, and The Other Tea. Customers can explore both classic flavors and new varieties, with each box designed to provide an enjoyable tea experience directly to their doorstep. In addition to tea, La Thé Box includes sweets and other surprises, enhancing the overall experience of discovery and enjoyment for tea enthusiasts.

Orange Marine

Venture Round in 2016
Orange Marine is an online retail company that specializes in boating gear and accessories. The business offers a wide range of products, including safety equipment, maintenance supplies, navigation and electronic gear, as well as various fittings and annexes for boats. All items are developed, designed, and tested in France at the company's facilities located in La Ciotat shipyards. By providing comprehensive solutions for boaters, Orange Marine aims to meet their needs for both functionality and safety on the water.

C-way

Seed Round in 2016
C-way is a company that develops connected devices aimed at enhancing communication between parents and their children, specifically targeting kids aged 3 to 10 years. Their products create an ecosystem that facilitates interaction and engagement, allowing children to enjoy games while also learning to manage daily tasks. The devices feature free voicemail and air quality monitoring, providing a comprehensive tool for parents to assist their children in a safe and playful manner. By focusing on both fun and functionality, C-way aims to foster a joyful and supportive environment for families.

AntVoice

Series A in 2016
AntVoice is a European technology company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Paris, France. It specializes in providing a personalized user experience for businesses across various channels through its innovative multi-object graph-based artificial intelligence. Since its launch in 2014, AntVoice has developed a predictive targeting platform that utilizes behavioral analysis and advanced machine learning to generate tailored recommendations for web users. This platform allows e-commerce websites, media outlets, and brands to deliver relevant content and products in real time, thereby enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction. By collaborating with e-merchants, media companies, and online classifieds, AntVoice aims to improve key performance indicators and elevate audience experiences. The company has received multiple accolades for its technology and innovation, including recognition as one of the EBG TOP 10 startups and winning the CRM category at the E-Commerce Paris awards.

ECL Direct

Series A in 2016
ECL Direct is an online accounting firm based in Saint-Herblain, France, that aims to simplify the accounting processes for entrepreneurs and company creators. Founded in 2007, ECL Direct offers personalized support from dedicated accountants, ensuring that clients receive tailored assistance for their specific needs. The firm provides a comprehensive range of accounting and legal services, with a focus on scalability to accommodate the evolving requirements of businesses. By redesigning traditional accounting practices, ECL Direct delivers a reliable and secure solution for small business owners and executives, allowing them to focus on their core operations.

HorseCom

Seed Round in 2016
HorseCom SAS, established in 2015 and based in Caen, France, specializes in Bluetooth audio headset technology tailored for horses and riders. The company's innovative products aim to enhance the well-being, performance, and connection between horses and their riders. HorseCom has developed a patented wearable device that diffuses music to both the horse and rider, fostering stronger bonds and improved synchronization during training and competition. This technology includes a Bluetooth earpiece for the rider, a cap with a Bluetooth receiver, earphones designed for equine ears, and a mobile application. By focusing on the welfare of horses, HorseCom's solutions promote recovery and reduce stress in anxiety-inducing situations, ultimately contributing to better training outcomes in equestrian sports.

Avis de Maman

Venture Round in 2016
Avis de Maman is a community of moms who exchange opinions on childcare products, toys, and anything related to children's environment. The company serves the community of parents, to be able to take stock of the advantages and disadvantages of many product selections and various services. Avis de Maman was founded on 2015 and is based in France.

Qarnot

Series A in 2016
Qarnot is a French company based in Montrouge that specializes in providing economical and ecological high-performance computing (HPC) solutions through an innovative platform. It designs and develops Q.rad, a computing heater that combines microprocessors and serves as both a heat source and a computing server. This unique product not only generates heat through computation but also allows users to regulate temperature via an embedded thermostat or smartphone. Qarnot's technology aims to reduce costs associated with traditional data centers, such as infrastructure, maintenance, and cooling, by offering a disruptive alternative for construction companies seeking efficient heating solutions for new buildings. Established in 2010, Qarnot has developed three generations of computing heaters to meet the needs of its clients while promoting sustainable computing practices.

Paymium

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Paris, Paymium is a pioneering company in the Bitcoin services sector, serving several tens of thousands of customers across Europe. As the first European Bitcoin marketplace compliant with EU payment services regulations, Paymium provides a secure platform for individuals and investors to buy and sell bitcoins. In addition to its exchange services, the company offers solutions for merchants and payment processors, enabling them to accept Bitcoin payments while minimizing currency risks and lowering transaction costs. By facilitating streamlined trades within the Bitcoin transaction processing network, Paymium ensures compliance with trading regulations, contributing to the broader adoption of cryptocurrency in Europe.

Vuble

Series B in 2015
Vuble is a video marketplace that provides context for producers, content owners, publishers, brands, and agencies. The company offers real-time tracking tools that enable producers and content owners to automatically distribute videos across partner platforms. Vuble collects and indexes a variety of video formats, including news, documentaries, short series, how-to content, and animations covering diverse topics such as fashion, beauty, sports, and travel. For publishers, Vuble presents various monetization options, including direct sales and performance-based revenues. Additionally, the company provides brands with a semantic engine that allows them to connect with specific topics and values. Founded in 2011 and based in Paris with an office in New York, Vuble aims to enhance digital video advertising through its AI-driven platform, focusing on performance and user engagement while improving return on investment for clients.

Redluxury

Angel Round in 2014
RedLuxury specializes in the design and distribution of watches, serving both its own brands and those of fashion partners. The company operates an online and retail platform that features a diverse selection of innovative and aesthetically appealing watches for men and women. RedLuxury emphasizes originality, advanced technology, and premium quality in its products. Among its owned brands are Jean Bellecour and Rich Gone Broke, while it also manages brand licenses for names like Kulte and Vuarnet. Through its extensive offerings, RedLuxury positions itself as a leader in the watch brand development sector.

24h00

Venture Round in 2014
24h00 is a marketing agency established in 2006 by Patrick Robin, specializing in the development of digital strategies for brands in both online and offline environments. The agency offers a range of services, including design, deployment, and branding for media devices. Additionally, 24h00 provides an online retail marketing platform that delivers branded marketing services to retail clients through its e-commerce website, which features a dynamic array of consumer discounts. This dual focus on digital strategy and retail marketing positions 24h00 as a versatile player in the marketing industry.

tok tok tok

Seed Round in 2014
Tok Tok Tok, a French startup that’s tackling a similar problem to U.S.-based Postmates — having somebody shop on your behalf and deliver the item within the same day or even hour.

909c

Venture Round in 2013
909c, SAS is a social marketing agency based in Paris, France, established in 2010. The company specializes in strategy, brand content, applications, and advertising, providing a comprehensive approach to social media marketing. It is known for its flagship product, Over-Graph, which is a multi-API social customer relationship management solution that enables users to manage multiple social channels from a single interface. In addition to its marketing services, 909c also produces social games. As of February 2017, 909c, SAS operates as a subsidiary of WHAT'S NEXT PARTNERS.

Talkspirit

Venture Round in 2013
TalkSpirit is an enterprise social network and communication platform designed to enhance information flow, promote modern collaboration, and strengthen company culture. Founded in 2004 by Philippe Pinault and Olivier Ricard, the company, initially known as BlogSpirit, is based in France. TalkSpirit offers a range of web services, specializing in social enterprise resource management (ERM), community management, and web communication services. Its tools facilitate collaboration among employees, helping organizations create a more connected and engaged workplace.

Youmiam

Venture Round in 2013
Youmiam, launched in 2013 by Théophile de La Bastie, Antoine Bachès, and Anthony Aubert, is a cooking application that combines recipe recommendations with a social community to enhance the cooking experience. The app allows users to share food recipes and provides daily tailored recommendations based on individual culinary preferences. This approach not only encourages users to cook more but also aims to improve their overall well-being through better eating habits. By December 2015, Youmiam had attracted a community of 400,000 members, reflecting its growing popularity and commitment to inspiring users in their culinary endeavors.

Commanders Act

Venture Round in 2012
Commanders Act is a Paris-based company, established in 2010, that specializes in providing a cookieless marketing platform aimed at enhancing digital marketing efforts. With a client base of over 510 customers across Europe and beyond, the company emphasizes simplified access to data for digital teams, allowing them to improve campaign performance and deliver a seamless omnichannel customer experience. The platform facilitates standardized data collection at the source and transforms this data into actionable insights, enabling businesses to communicate effectively with clients and prospects through their preferred channels. Recognized by industry leaders such as Gartner and Forrester, Commanders Act stands out as a top provider of Enterprise Tag Management solutions and as the sole French Customer Data Platform, reinforcing its commitment to helping businesses optimize their marketing strategies and budgets.

Mixcommerce

Venture Round in 2012
MixCommerce is a French company that specializes in e-commerce services and online branding solutions for various brands. The firm is dedicated to creating and producing websites tailored to the needs of its customers, while also managing online sales to enhance their market presence. With a focus on delivering comprehensive digital solutions, MixCommerce aims to support brands in effectively navigating the online marketplace.
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