Bpifrance

Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division

Benoit Barteau Ph.D

Investment Director

Nicolas Berdou

Investment Director, Defense Expert

Clarisse Blandin

Investment Director

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Edouard Combette

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Nicolas Dardenne

Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)

Arnaud Despoisse

Director of Occitanie Participations

Philippe Dutheil

Investment Director

Mailys Ferrere

Director of Large Venture Investments

Paul-Francois Fournier

Executive Director, Innovation Department

Pierre Gillet

Investment Director

Vanessa Giraud

Director of Environmental Impact Funds

Alessandro Gonella

Director

Gwenael Hamon

Investment Director

Laurent Higueret

Senior Investment Director

Louis Janneau

Investment Director and Fund Manager

Magali Joessel

Director of Funds

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Jérôme Langlade

Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Stephane Lefevre-Sauli

Senior Investment Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Chahra Louafi

Senior Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director of FIT

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Jean-Francois Morin

Investment Director

Sébastien Moynot

Director

Adrien Muller

Investment Director

Adrien Néel

Investment Director

Axel Piriou

Director of Investments

Olivier Rameil

Senior Investment Director / VC seed

Vincent Roque

Director

Thibaut Roulon Ph.D

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Senior Investment Director, Brittany

Past deals in EdTech

Augment

Seed Round in 2023
Augment is a non-traditional MBA program taught by the creators of Wikipedia, YouTube, Shazam, Waze, and many other companies.

OuFormer

Pre Seed Round in 2023
OuFormer provides a centralized gateway through which organizations may explore and schedule a wide variety of training courses in real-time. The platform serves a wide range of industries, from nuclear to real estate, as well as hotels, IT, aeronautics, and many more.

Revoltrain Academy

Seed Round in 2023
Revoltrain is an innovative online education platform focused on job training and skill development. The company specializes in creating schools that address contemporary topics, equipping learners with the skills needed for promising career opportunities. By offering remote programs, Revoltrain ensures that participants receive personalized support and guidance from experienced instructors. This tailored approach enables professionals to find freelance jobs that align with their individual skills and knowledge, helping them secure employment quickly and effectively.

OuiLive

Venture Round in 2023
OuiLive is a mobile application that focuses on engaging audiences through gamification. It offers a variety of educational and interactive content, allowing users to participate in custom challenges and events from a catalog. The application features modular mini-games, interactive spaces, and flexible play modes, all of which can be tailored to suit the specific requirements of different clients. By providing a platform for fun and engaging challenges, OuiLive aims to help businesses and organizations connect with their audiences effectively while achieving their objectives.

Ascor Communication

Venture Round in 2022
Ascor Communication is a holding company based in Rennes, France, founded in 2007. It focuses on investing in digital and distance learning solutions through its subsidiaries. The company aims to make distance learning accessible to a broad audience by specializing in the digitalization and monitoring of training and educational engineering. Additionally, Ascor Communication offers e-learning and content marketing products and services, helping clients secure financing for the digitalization of their educational initiatives.

360Learning

Private Equity Round in 2021
360Learning is a developer of a collaborative learning solution designed to enhance employee training through collective expertise. The platform enables organizations to create, deliver, and refine training courses collaboratively, promoting bottom-up peer learning and addressing skills gaps more efficiently. It employs an iterative framework that allows for the rapid deployment of minimum viable courses, which can be continually improved based on peer feedback and data analysis. Coaches on the platform facilitate this process by ensuring that courses remain accessible and relevant. 360Learning supports various training needs, from onboarding new employees to equipping sales teams with updated product knowledge. Its integrations with systems like Salesforce and HR platforms enable businesses to track the impact of training on organizational goals. Since its inception in 2012, 360Learning has successfully transformed the training processes of over 1,200 organizations, including notable clients such as Axa, Criteo, and the Red Cross.

Mash&Co

Funding Round in 2021
Mash&Co is a developer of an interactive application that combines cartoons, interactive storytelling, and mini-games to create engaging edutainment for children. The app features the adventures of characters Mash and Periwinkle as they search for water in a forest, offering original stories, 2D animations, and activities designed to teach children about nature and its importance. The company focuses on content creation around culture and STEAM themes, operating under two brands: "Mash&Co" and "Super Sofia." Each brand aims to build a transmedia universe through the development of apps, games, and cartoon series. Additionally, Mash&Co has expanded its reach by establishing a twin startup in France and collaborating with companies across Europe, Asia, and the USA for co-production and distribution efforts.

PowerZ

Venture Round in 2021
PowerZ is an innovative educational platform that transforms learning into an engaging experience for children through a video game format. The platform focuses on making school subjects like mathematics, programming, poetry, and astronomy accessible and enjoyable. By integrating interactive elements, PowerZ allows users to explore their interests and develop their skills in a virtual world, fostering a love for learning and promoting understanding across various disciplines.

Alkion BioInnovations

Grant in 2021
Alkion BioInnovations, established in March 2017, focuses on developing innovative cannabinoid and pharmaceutical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production through large-scale plant tissue culture. The company utilizes proprietary semi-industrial technologies to produce natural plant active ingredients for pharmaceutical applications, aiming to create disruptive nutrition, non-cosmetic oil, and agrochemical products for both the pharmaceutical and agri-food sectors. In addition to its work in cannabinoid production, Alkion is also developing a novel plant-based high-intensity protein sweetener as a sugar replacement. The company has received multiple R&D grants and awards, including those from I-lab, I-Nov, and the European Innovation Council, recognizing its contributions to biotechnology and innovation.

Edflex

Series A in 2021
Edflex is a company that specializes in providing a comprehensive e-learning platform tailored for businesses. It offers an array of content, including articles, videos, podcasts, online courses, and eBooks, aimed at enhancing corporate training. Edflex's software aggregates various online learning resources, allowing companies to access a rich catalog of instructional material. The company focuses on simplifying the learning process, striving to create a seamless and engaging experience for users. By developing easy-to-follow learning pathways, Edflex aims to make training feel natural and less burdensome, ultimately fostering skill development and knowledge acquisition for employees.

OpenClassrooms

Series C in 2021
OpenClassrooms is an online education platform based in Paris, France, founded in 2007. It has emerged as one of Europe’s largest education-to-employment platforms, serving 355,000 students across 140 countries. The company offers a variety of accredited online courses and degree programs, including Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level diplomas. OpenClassrooms focuses on vocational training in high-demand fields such as coding, IT, product management, data management, marketing, communications, and UX design. Its educational model emphasizes competency-based learning, combining high-quality online coursework with personalized mentorship, project-based experiences, and career coaching. The platform also collaborates with numerous corporate partners, providing a job guarantee to enhance employability for its graduates.

Rise Up

Series A in 2020
Rise Up is an e-learning platform that specializes in providing vocational training solutions for organizations and their teams. The platform enables businesses to conduct training at an efficient pace, integrating learning into employees' daily activities to enhance skill development. It allows for the submission and editing of training materials while facilitating communication between learners and management. The system also offers comprehensive statistics on learner progress, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By combining a business-focused approach with advanced technology and continuous evaluation, Rise Up delivers a tailored learning experience that empowers companies to effectively train employees, partners, and customers remotely.

360Learning

Series B in 2019
360Learning is a developer of a collaborative learning solution designed to enhance employee training through collective expertise. The platform enables organizations to create, deliver, and refine training courses collaboratively, promoting bottom-up peer learning and addressing skills gaps more efficiently. It employs an iterative framework that allows for the rapid deployment of minimum viable courses, which can be continually improved based on peer feedback and data analysis. Coaches on the platform facilitate this process by ensuring that courses remain accessible and relevant. 360Learning supports various training needs, from onboarding new employees to equipping sales teams with updated product knowledge. Its integrations with systems like Salesforce and HR platforms enable businesses to track the impact of training on organizational goals. Since its inception in 2012, 360Learning has successfully transformed the training processes of over 1,200 organizations, including notable clients such as Axa, Criteo, and the Red Cross.

Alkion BioInnovations

Grant in 2019
Alkion BioInnovations, established in March 2017, focuses on developing innovative cannabinoid and pharmaceutical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production through large-scale plant tissue culture. The company utilizes proprietary semi-industrial technologies to produce natural plant active ingredients for pharmaceutical applications, aiming to create disruptive nutrition, non-cosmetic oil, and agrochemical products for both the pharmaceutical and agri-food sectors. In addition to its work in cannabinoid production, Alkion is also developing a novel plant-based high-intensity protein sweetener as a sugar replacement. The company has received multiple R&D grants and awards, including those from I-lab, I-Nov, and the European Innovation Council, recognizing its contributions to biotechnology and innovation.

My-Serious-Game

Series A in 2019
My-Serious-Game is a French company based in Tours, specializing in customized digital training solutions. Founded in 2014, it focuses on enhancing employee knowledge and soft skills through innovative and engaging methods. The company creates a variety of training materials, including gamified content, 3D simulations, virtual reality experiences, and blended learning modules. By leveraging storytelling and video game techniques, My-Serious-Game delivers immersive learning experiences that capture and retain trainees' attention. Its approach combines technology and pedagogy to provide organizations with tailor-made training solutions that optimize human resources and improve overall effectiveness.

Studapart

Series A in 2018
Studapart is a software platform designed for high schools and universities, facilitating accommodation searches for students both in France and internationally. The platform integrates with educational institutions' intranets, allowing students to easily find nearby rental options. It offers negotiated deals with real estate agencies and student residences, streamlining the rental process for students and landlords alike. As of January 2016, over 60 educational institutions have adopted the Studapart platform to assist their students in securing suitable housing while pursuing their studies.

OpenClassrooms

Series B in 2018
OpenClassrooms is an online education platform based in Paris, France, founded in 2007. It has emerged as one of Europe’s largest education-to-employment platforms, serving 355,000 students across 140 countries. The company offers a variety of accredited online courses and degree programs, including Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level diplomas. OpenClassrooms focuses on vocational training in high-demand fields such as coding, IT, product management, data management, marketing, communications, and UX design. Its educational model emphasizes competency-based learning, combining high-quality online coursework with personalized mentorship, project-based experiences, and career coaching. The platform also collaborates with numerous corporate partners, providing a job guarantee to enhance employability for its graduates.

Appscho

Seed Round in 2018
AppScho, SAS, established in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in mobile application software for higher education. Its application centralizes essential information for students and educational institutions, providing access to schedules, grades, school events, and employment opportunities. The app enhances student engagement by offering features such as course previews, classroom details, and notifications for schedule changes. Additionally, it facilitates communication between institutions and students, allowing educators to monitor student engagement and analyze performance. By streamlining campus content and services, AppScho aims to improve the overall academic experience and support students in managing their studies effectively.

Rise Up

Seed Round in 2018
Rise Up is an e-learning platform that specializes in providing vocational training solutions for organizations and their teams. The platform enables businesses to conduct training at an efficient pace, integrating learning into employees' daily activities to enhance skill development. It allows for the submission and editing of training materials while facilitating communication between learners and management. The system also offers comprehensive statistics on learner progress, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By combining a business-focused approach with advanced technology and continuous evaluation, Rise Up delivers a tailored learning experience that empowers companies to effectively train employees, partners, and customers remotely.

TechnoFOUNDERS

Venture Round in 2017
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VeriCampus

Grant in 2017
VeriCampus specializes in enhancing student support for colleges and universities through the use of artificial intelligence. The company develops AI-powered chatbots, known as 'Campus Assistants,' which are designed to embody the character and knowledge of the institution. These chatbots assist students in navigating their college experience more effectively. Additionally, VeriCampus offers a messaging platform that aims to make education more accessible and affordable. This platform provides educational institutions with the necessary products, services, and information to facilitate student success and improve engagement across various aspects of the educational process. By focusing on personalized service at a lower cost, VeriCampus empowers schools to enhance the overall student experience.

Teach on Mars

Venture Round in 2017
Teach on Mars SAS is a prominent provider of mobile-led learning technology based in France, with offices in Sophia Antipolis, Paris, Milan, and London. Founded in 2013, the company has established itself as a leader in the mobile learning sector, delivering innovative solutions to over 100 clients across more than 60 countries. Their platform enables trainers to design mobile courses and learning games, manage training progress, and analyze learning metrics through a user-friendly interface accessible on smartphones and tablets. Additionally, Teach on Mars offers various services, including mobile learning training, certification, app marketing, and integration with professional content marketplaces. The company's commitment to social responsibility is reflected in its investment of 1% of revenues into education projects that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Mash&Co

Grant in 2017
Mash&Co is a developer of an interactive application that combines cartoons, interactive storytelling, and mini-games to create engaging edutainment for children. The app features the adventures of characters Mash and Periwinkle as they search for water in a forest, offering original stories, 2D animations, and activities designed to teach children about nature and its importance. The company focuses on content creation around culture and STEAM themes, operating under two brands: "Mash&Co" and "Super Sofia." Each brand aims to build a transmedia universe through the development of apps, games, and cartoon series. Additionally, Mash&Co has expanded its reach by establishing a twin startup in France and collaborating with companies across Europe, Asia, and the USA for co-production and distribution efforts.

AD Education

Venture Round in 2016
AD Education is a service platform focused on higher education institutions that specialize in creative training. The company operates seven institutions across eleven campuses, including one in Italy. It offers a diverse range of courses in fields such as fashion design, communication strategy, graphic arts, media, digital, audiovisual, and luxury industries. By providing educational services tailored to these areas, AD Education supports the development of skills necessary for careers in the creative sector.

OpenClassrooms

Series A in 2016
OpenClassrooms is an online education platform based in Paris, France, founded in 2007. It has emerged as one of Europe’s largest education-to-employment platforms, serving 355,000 students across 140 countries. The company offers a variety of accredited online courses and degree programs, including Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level diplomas. OpenClassrooms focuses on vocational training in high-demand fields such as coding, IT, product management, data management, marketing, communications, and UX design. Its educational model emphasizes competency-based learning, combining high-quality online coursework with personalized mentorship, project-based experiences, and career coaching. The platform also collaborates with numerous corporate partners, providing a job guarantee to enhance employability for its graduates.

Alkion BioInnovations

Grant in 2016
Alkion BioInnovations, established in March 2017, focuses on developing innovative cannabinoid and pharmaceutical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production through large-scale plant tissue culture. The company utilizes proprietary semi-industrial technologies to produce natural plant active ingredients for pharmaceutical applications, aiming to create disruptive nutrition, non-cosmetic oil, and agrochemical products for both the pharmaceutical and agri-food sectors. In addition to its work in cannabinoid production, Alkion is also developing a novel plant-based high-intensity protein sweetener as a sugar replacement. The company has received multiple R&D grants and awards, including those from I-lab, I-Nov, and the European Innovation Council, recognizing its contributions to biotechnology and innovation.

Schoolmouv

Seed Round in 2016
SchoolMouv is an online educational platform that provides video courses aimed primarily at high school students. The platform offers a variety of resources, including video tutoring, quizzes, and exercises to help students reinforce their knowledge and skills. By supplying an alternative to traditional private lessons, SchoolMouv aims to make quality education more accessible and flexible for learners. The comprehensive nature of its offerings includes course materials and review sheets, enabling students to effectively prepare for their academic challenges.

English Attack

Series A in 2015
English Attack is a Web 2.0, entertainment-driven English language learning Entertainment Learning was created to bring leverage the power of digital entertainment to transform the way people learn. Its flagship service, English Attack! (www.english-attack.com) creates true innovation in the $35 billion market for English language learning via a 100% entertainment-driven approach to helping learners increase and enhance their exposure to, and use of, the language. It achieves this via interactive lessons based on clips from blockbuster movies, hit TV series, and television news reports; chart-topping music videos; professionally produced casual games; visual dictionaries; and a global social network of learners of English. Entertainment Learning was founded by experienced digital entertainment executives Paul Maglione and Frederic Tibout, who launched English Attack! commercially in 2012 after the service had won or been a finalist in several French and European startup competitions including Plugg Brussels, The Next Web Amsterdam, and Seedcamp Paris.

Orthodidacte

Series A in 2015
Orthodidacte is an e-learning company that operates an online platform focused on enhancing spelling skills and improving writing quality. The platform provides individualized coaching and dynamic content tailored to the business language, allowing learners to develop their spelling proficiency and writing fluency. Additionally, Orthodidacte offers face-to-face training sessions, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience that supports pedagogical progression. This approach enables companies to effectively train their employees in spelling and writing, ultimately enhancing their communication skills in a professional context.

Kartable

Venture Round in 2014
Kartable, founded in 2011 by Sarah Besnaïnou and Julien Cohen-Solal, is an educational platform that provides free online courses for junior high and high school students in France. The platform covers a variety of subjects, including physics, mathematics, English, Spanish, and geography, aiming to address the lack of reliable and accessible online educational resources. Kartable's services enable students to learn, practice, and evaluate their knowledge in a single space, ensuring they have access to the necessary study materials without any cost or complications.
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