Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a range of financing solutions and support services aimed at fostering the growth of startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies. It offers various financial products, including medium to long-term loans, export insurance, and leasing options for both tangible and intangible assets. Additionally, Bpifrance supports companies through consulting services, guarantees for bank financing, and training for executives. The organization also engages in direct investments and manages funds aimed at enhancing the financial landscape for businesses at different stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, Bpifrance was formerly known as OSEO S.A. and rebranded in July 2013. It operates as a subsidiary of Bpifrance SA, reinforcing its commitment to bolstering the French economy through diversified financial solutions.

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Céline André

Investment Director

Adonis Arnaud

Junior Investment Manager

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Françis Aymard

Investment Director

Simon Beauroy

Director

Isabelle Bebear

Director for International and University

Soukanda Bentaleb

Investment Officer

Pascal Bordat

Investment Director

Nathalie Carmona

Associate

Yoann Caujolle

Portfolio Director

Nicolas Ceria

Associate

Ménelé Chesnot

Senior Investment Director

Samuel Dalens

Investment Director

Florent Debienne

Managing Director | Head of Technology Funds Investments

Christian Deblaye

Deputy MD

Luc Doyennel

Investment Director

Nicolas Dufourcq

CEO

Jean-Yves Duriez

Investment Director

Antoine Emmanuelli

Partnership Director

Francis Estellat

Senior Investment Director

Alain Fakhoury

Investment Director Bretagne

Stephen Fargis

Associate

Arnaud Fauquembergue

Investment Manager

Olivier Fosse

Investment Director Alsace Champagne-Ardenne Lorraine

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Investment Director Bretagne

Stéphanie Frachet

Investment Director

Ronan Frefield

Portfolio Director

Laurence Gauthier

Senior Investment Director Bourgogne Franche-Comté

Xavier Gelot

Director of Fonds de Renforcement des PME

Emmanuelle Gervais

Senior Investment Director

Isabelle Ginestet-Naudin

Deputy MD and Director of Sectorial Funds

Vanessa Giraud

Managing Director

Alessandro Gonella

Director

José Gonzalo

Executive Director Mid and Large Cap Direction

Alexis Guinard

Investment Director

Raphaël Guterman

Associate

Yonel Génin

Partnership Director

Luc Heinrich

MD

Hubert Hernandez

Investment Director

Hortense Jacon

Investment Associate

Véronique Jacq

Managing Director

Jean-René Jégou

Director of the Regional Funds Department

Pascal Lagarde

Director

Caroline Lebel

Senior Associate

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Ronan Lefort

Investment Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Christian Leonetti

Investment Director

Olivier Levy

Director of East private equity Interregional Network

Cedric Lowenbach

Director of Operations

Arielle Marsaud

Associate

Alex Marvaldi

Partner

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Maud Moulin

Portfolio Director

Sébastien Moynot

Investment Director and Member of the Management Board

Philippe Mutricy

Deputy MD

Valérie de la Ménardière

Investment Director

Alexandre Ossola

MD

Stanislas Panhard

Senior Investment Director

Nicolas Parpex

Senior Investment Director

Sophie Perette

Portfolio Director Alsace Champagne-Ardenne Lorraine

Thibault Peroys

Investment Director

Axel Piriou

Senior Investment Manager

Marc Prévôt

Director of North Private Equity Interregional Network

Matthieu Rabeisen

Portfolio Director

Sarah Roeland

Investment Manager

Stéphane Romang

Investment Director

Thibaut Roulon

Investment Director

Julie Régnier

Senior Investment Manager Alsace Champagne-Ardenne Lorraine

Eduardo Sampaio

Portfolio Director

Nadia Sarri

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Managing Director

Nicolas de La Serre

Investment Director Pays de la Loire

Thierry Sommelet

MD

Vincent Stievenard

Investment Director and Director of North Private Equity Interregional Network

Xavier Tessier

Director

Gabrielle Tetart

Senior Investment Manager and Associate

Tuan Tran

Investment Director

Alain Tueux

Investment Director

Stanislas de Tymowski

Associate

Adrien Vasseur

Portfolio Director

Benoît Villain

Senior Investment Manager

Philippe Vuarchex

Associate

Stéphanie Vuillaume

Associate

Romain Vérani

Associate

Samuel Waddell

Associate

Past deals in Google Glass

EyeLights

Series A in 2023

EyeLights SAS is a French company that specializes in designing and manufacturing GPS-enabled motorcycle helmets. Founded in 2016 and based in Labege, EyeLights offers a unique head-up display that projects navigation, warnings about hazards, and traffic information directly into a rider's line of sight, allowing them to maintain focus on the road. The system integrates with smartphones via Bluetooth, enabling users to listen to music, take calls, and program road trips using voice commands. The compact device can be installed in under five minutes on various helmet types and operates for over eight hours, providing clear visibility even in challenging weather conditions. Weighing less than 100 grams, the EyeLights product is designed for practicality and ease of use, enhancing the overall riding experience.

NaoX Technologies

Venture Round in 2022

NaoX Technologies develops wireless headphones that listen to brain vibrations.

Laclarée

Seed Round in 2019

Laclarée develops a pair of adaptive eyeglasses for presbyopia. Its patented technology allows the eyeglasses to adapt in real-time to the scene viewed by the wearer. This major innovation will help milllions of people 45+ years, who are not satisfied with current solutions (progressive lenses, multiple pairs, etc...).

Neurallys

Seed Round in 2019

Neurallys is a Paris-based company that specializes in the development and production of medical devices specifically for neurology and neurosurgery. The company is focused on creating an intelligent sensor that communicates with smartphones to monitor intracranial pressure in patients. This innovative approach aims to enhance patient care by providing real-time data, which is crucial for effectively managing conditions related to intracranial pressure. Through its advancements in medical technology, Neurallys seeks to improve outcomes for individuals suffering from neurological disorders.

Nextmind

Seed Round in 2018

NextMind SAS develops wearable non invasive brain sensing device that combines neural networks and neural signals from the brain which allows users to play games and control computers, mobile devices and VR and AR headsets using thoughts. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Paris, France.

Gabsee

Seed Round in 2018

Gabsee is a United States-based company that designs and develops a mobile application enabling users to create personalized avatars in Augmented Reality. The app allows individuals to express their identity and creativity by customizing their avatars, which can be utilized in various digital interactions and experiences. Through its innovative approach, Gabsee enhances user engagement by providing a platform for self-expression in a virtual environment.

Parrot

Post in 2015

Parrot is a global leader in wireless devices for mobile phones, founded in 1994 by Henri Seydoux with a vision to integrate mobile technology into everyday life through innovative and user-friendly products. The company has developed a comprehensive range of hands-free systems for vehicles, establishing itself as a significant player in in-car infotainment. Parrot is also recognized for its high-end wireless multimedia offerings, created in collaboration with prominent designers. Additionally, the company has ventured into the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market with the Parrot AR.Drone, the first quadricopter that can be piloted via Wi-Fi and incorporates augmented reality features for professional applications. Headquartered in Paris, Parrot employs over 750 people worldwide and derives most of its revenue from international sales.