Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a wide range of financing solutions and support services for businesses at various stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, the company offers medium to long-term loans, export insurance, real estate and equipment leasing, and working capital loans. Bpifrance also invests in startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies through direct investments and fund management activities. Additionally, it provides consulting services for executives and training for CEOs, aiming to facilitate innovation and growth. Bpifrance was formed from the merger of several entities in July 2013, including OSEO, CDC Entreprises, and FSI, to enhance its role in supporting the financing of the French economy.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Cross-Functional Investments Venture Capital

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Sofia Dahoune

Associate

Vanessa Giraud

Managing Director

Laurent Higueret

Senior Investment Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences - Large Venture Fund

Hortense Jacon

Investment Associate

Veronique Jacq

Head of Digital Venture team

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Adrien Neel

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Tuan Tran

Investment Director / VC

Past deals in Leasing

Leanspace

Seed Round in 2022
Leanspace is a developer of an integrated cloud platform tailored for public and private space organizations, aimed at streamlining space missions. The platform combines cloud technologies with space engineering concepts, offering a range of generic functions as services via APIs. This approach allows organizations to build their systems in-house while only developing the specific functionalities they require, thereby reducing both time and costs. By providing an innovative and collaborative framework, Leanspace enhances the agility of space organizations, enabling them to maintain control over their tools and improve their competitiveness in an increasingly complex industry.

Leanspace

Debt Financing in 2022
Leanspace is a developer of an integrated cloud platform tailored for public and private space organizations, aimed at streamlining space missions. The platform combines cloud technologies with space engineering concepts, offering a range of generic functions as services via APIs. This approach allows organizations to build their systems in-house while only developing the specific functionalities they require, thereby reducing both time and costs. By providing an innovative and collaborative framework, Leanspace enhances the agility of space organizations, enabling them to maintain control over their tools and improve their competitiveness in an increasingly complex industry.

Tracktor

Venture Round in 2022
Tracktor SAS is an online platform that facilitates the rental of construction equipment for professionals in the building and civil engineering sectors. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Paris, France, Tracktor enables users to quickly rent or borrow various construction tools through a user-friendly interface. The platform aggregates rental companies across France, allowing customers to receive instant quotes and advantageous rental conditions irrespective of their order volume. Users can efficiently book a range of equipment, including mini-excavators, platforms, trolleys, barriers, and living bases, all directly online.

Sextant

Series B in 2022
Sextant is a network of independent real estate agents specializing in property sales in France. With a strong focus on enhancing the customer experience, Sextant streamlines the purchasing process by managing all legal and financial aspects involved, ensuring a straightforward and stress-free experience for buyers and sellers. The company leverages technology by developing applications and websites that facilitate the work of its agents, reflecting its commitment to advancing the French Proptech sector. With less than a decade in the market, Sextant has established itself as a leader in real estate agent networks, effectively guiding clients from initial contact through to the signing of sale agreements at the notary.

Léa et Léo

Debt Financing in 2021
Léa et Léo SAS, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Hérouville-Saint-Clair, France, operates a comprehensive network of nurseries across the country. The company focuses on the development of both children and their parents, providing tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of businesses and communities. Léa et Léo assists organizations in managing their human resources and early childhood policies by offering services such as the creation and management of inter-company and collective nurseries, as well as facilitating seat reservations in their facilities. Additionally, the company collaborates with a partner network to help employees secure childcare placements throughout France, thereby supporting work-life balance and fostering a family-friendly environment.

Qlower

Seed Round in 2020
Qlower is a company that simplifies the lives of private real estate investors by providing tailored solutions based on individual profiles, situations, and objectives. The firm scouts the market for suitable real estate assets to help build or enhance investors' portfolios. Additionally, Qlower assists landlords in property management by utilizing Open Banking and Machine Learning technologies. Its platform automates various functions, including accounting, tax declaration, and performance tracking, while also offering user-centric advisory services. By streamlining rental management and financial processes, Qlower enables private individuals, prop-tech companies, accounting firms, and banks to effectively manage their real estate investments.

Yeeld

Venture Round in 2019
Yeeld is a Berlin-based company that provides revenue management solutions and distribution services for the hospitality industry. Founded in 2006 by David Turnbull, Yeeld specializes in offering a central reservations system that integrates distribution and hotel reservation services. The company focuses on helping businesses in the hospitality sector optimize their revenue through effective online marketing strategies and seamless reservation management.

SailEazy

Seed Round in 2018
SailEazy SAS offers sailboats rental services. It caters to different categories, such as self-service sailboats, mister sailor, and long-term rentals. The company has various boats with capabilities ranging from six passengers to twenty passengers. SailEazy SAS was founded in 2015 and is based in Marseille, France.

Flatlooker

Venture Round in 2018
Flatlooker SAS is an online platform based in Paris, France, that specializes in facilitating residential property rentals. Founded in 2016, the company assists tenants in their search for housing while simultaneously helping property owners find suitable tenants. Flatlooker manages all aspects of the rental process, including administrative, financial, and technical tasks, ensuring compliance with current regulations. This comprehensive approach streamlines the rental experience for both parties involved.

Ameublys

Venture Round in 2017
Ameublys SAS is a furniture rental company based in Genas, France, established in 2012. The business addresses the challenges faced by first-time homebuyers and homeowners who encounter difficulties related to furnishing their residences. By offering a platform that provides tailored solutions, Ameublys enables customers to rent furniture, kitchens, household appliances, and multimedia equipment. This approach allows individuals to efficiently transform an empty property into a fully equipped living space while alleviating financial concerns associated with purchasing new furnishings. By focusing on the specific needs of its clients, Ameublys facilitates a seamless transition into homeownership or rental living.

Jestocke

Venture Round in 2016
Jestocke is a French company based in Bordeaux that operates an online platform connecting individuals with available storage space to those in need of storage solutions. Established in 2013, the platform allows owners of spare spaces, such as garages or attics, to advertise their storage units for free, generating supplemental income in a secure manner. Tenants benefit from affordable rates and are covered by insurance during the rental period. The service emphasizes convenience, enabling users to easily find and reserve storage options through a mobile application. Jestocke aims to provide a friendly and cost-effective alternative for personal storage needs, facilitating a community-based approach to space utilization.

Drivy

Series B in 2016
Drivy SAS is a peer-to-peer car rental platform based in Paris, France, providing services across Europe. Founded in 2010 and originally named Voiturelib SAS, the company rebranded to Drivy in 2013. It connects individuals and businesses with available cars for short-term rentals, catering to various needs such as weekend getaways, business meetings, or moving. Users can conveniently access cars within walking distance of their locations through Drivy's online platform and mobile application. The service includes comprehensive insurance coverage to ensure safe rentals and offers a fully mobile experience, from booking to check-in and check-out. Additionally, Drivy has introduced Drivy Open, a technology that allows users to unlock cars with their smartphones for self-service rentals. As of April 2019, Drivy operates as a subsidiary of Getaround, Inc.

Drivy

Series A in 2015
Drivy SAS is a peer-to-peer car rental platform based in Paris, France, providing services across Europe. Founded in 2010 and originally named Voiturelib SAS, the company rebranded to Drivy in 2013. It connects individuals and businesses with available cars for short-term rentals, catering to various needs such as weekend getaways, business meetings, or moving. Users can conveniently access cars within walking distance of their locations through Drivy's online platform and mobile application. The service includes comprehensive insurance coverage to ensure safe rentals and offers a fully mobile experience, from booking to check-in and check-out. Additionally, Drivy has introduced Drivy Open, a technology that allows users to unlock cars with their smartphones for self-service rentals. As of April 2019, Drivy operates as a subsidiary of Getaround, Inc.
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