Jaina Capital

Jaina Capital is a venture capital firm based in Paris, France, founded in 2010 by Marc Simoncini. The firm specializes in providing seed- and early-stage investment services to companies within the internet, IT, communications technology, and environmental sectors. Jaina Capital focuses on supporting businesses that operate in disruptive industries, consumer markets, and technology. In 2020, Jaina Capital was acquired by Daphni Venture Capital, marking a significant development in its operational trajectory.

Angelique Lenain

Partner

Emmanuel Prevost

Partner

Charles-Henry Tranie

Partner

35 past transactions

Mediarithmics

Venture Round in 2023
Mediarithmics is a cloud-based marketing technology company headquartered in Fontenay-sous-Bois, France. Founded in 2011, it offers a next-generation customer data platform (CDP) that integrates data management and marketing automation functionalities. The platform allows brands to manage retargeting campaigns across multiple devices, including mobiles, tablets, and PCs, while enabling agencies to handle clients' real-time bidding (RTB) and email campaigns through a unified tool. Mediarithmics supports the creation of data alliances to ensure data security and compliance with regulations, facilitating the collection and segmentation of customer data for real-time, multi-channel campaign activation. Additionally, the platform allows clients to incorporate their own algorithms for enhanced personalization in marketing strategies, focusing on consumer engagement and effective measurement of campaign performance.

Poolhouse

Venture Round in 2019
Poulehouse offers eggs produced with absolute respect for the life of chickens. We guarantee that chickens will have a dignified life and that they will die of their natural death.

Algama

Seed Round in 2016
Algama is a food-tech company focused on developing sustainable food solutions through the use of microalgae. Established in 2013, Algama aims to address global food challenges by harnessing the nutritional and functional properties of algae to produce plant-based alternatives to animal products, such as eggs and meat. Its innovative platform also creates emulsifiers that help food manufacturers replicate the taste and texture of traditional animal-based foods. With a vision to feed 10 billion people by 2050 while preserving the planet, Algama is dedicated to making microalgae a key resource for the future of food. The company is recognized as a world leader in this sector and is supported by a range of prominent impact investors. Algama emphasizes the importance of making its products accessible, affordable, and appealing to consumers, while continually seeking talent and innovation to advance its mission.

Melty

Series C in 2015
melty.fr is a French news site focused on youth trends. Peoples of cinema through sports, series or even video games, all the news of the moment is treated. You can find interviews, focus or even test-products in case you have a doubt on its effectiveness.

Holimetrix

Series A in 2015
Holimetrix has been developed specifically for digital companies that significantly invest in media and marketing services, both on and offline, with the aim of acquiring and retaining both existing and new customers. Their main concern is to enable companies to make productivity gains in marketing and ensure their media and marketing activities are more effective and profitable. They have therefore developed a tool to respond to the short and medium term challenges faced by companies

PopChef

Seed Round in 2015
PopChef launched at Paris Founders Event Winter 2015 and they were curious to get some updates on this flavourful, fairly-price, conscious business, but firstly let’s find out how everything started out and the obstacles these three young entrepreneurs faced along the way.

Vuble

Series B in 2015
Vuble (formerly Mediabong) is an ad tech video startup disrupting the media buying market by offering a unique AI based full stack platform, guaranteeing performance and users attention. VUble's vision is to open a new chapter of digital video advertising with its attention planning solution, helping brands, agencies and publishers to improve their ROI and to respect as well the end user's experience.

FamiHero

Series A in 2014
FamiHero is an online platform that enables families to find and hire babysitting and school support services. It was launched in 2011 and is based in Paris, France.

SmartAngels.fr

Angel Round in 2014
SmartAngels is the crowdfunding platform dedicated to capital investment of start-ups and growth SMEs.

OuiCar

Venture Round in 2014
OuiCar is the very first website dedicated to private car rental. With 12,000 cars for rent throughout France, OuiCar is the simplest and most economical solution for renting a car near you and not expensive.

101PROJETS

Seed Round in 2014
101projets is the initiative of three entrepreneurs from French web. Marc Simoncini (Meetic), Xavier Niel (Free) and Jacques-Antoine Granjon (vente-privee.com) decided to support young French entrepreneurs under 25 years by funding 101 projects worth 25,000 euros.

Epic

Seed Round in 2014
Epic is an internet company that specializes in books, eBooks learning, and educational technology. Epic is a well-known children's digital media company that promotes learning in an enjoyable, secure, and kid-friendly environment while allowing youngsters to explore their hobbies. Their digital reading platform is designed to help users to read a wide range of books online.

Mediarithmics

Seed Round in 2013
Mediarithmics is a cloud-based marketing technology company headquartered in Fontenay-sous-Bois, France. Founded in 2011, it offers a next-generation customer data platform (CDP) that integrates data management and marketing automation functionalities. The platform allows brands to manage retargeting campaigns across multiple devices, including mobiles, tablets, and PCs, while enabling agencies to handle clients' real-time bidding (RTB) and email campaigns through a unified tool. Mediarithmics supports the creation of data alliances to ensure data security and compliance with regulations, facilitating the collection and segmentation of customer data for real-time, multi-channel campaign activation. Additionally, the platform allows clients to incorporate their own algorithms for enhanced personalization in marketing strategies, focusing on consumer engagement and effective measurement of campaign performance.

Peak

Seed Round in 2013
Brainbow (now Peak) was founded in 2012 by a Physics PhD and Amazon, EA/Playfish and Google alumni. The company's mission is to reinvent how they consume and ‘play’ with knowledge - making it a more enjoyable experience and building healthy habits. Peak is brain training redesigned for the mobile you. Improve your cognitive skills and build healthy training habits with fun but challenging games, goals and workouts

MyFox

Seed Round in 2013
MyFox is a company focused on innovating home security solutions by providing application-based systems that prioritize proactive deterrence. Over the past decade, it has developed unique offerings that include smart home security cameras, motion monitors, and lighting controls, all accessible through a mobile application. By moving away from traditional detection systems, MyFox aims to enhance the overall security experience for homeowners, ensuring not only protection but also peace of mind.

WiziShop

Seed Round in 2013
WiziShop is an e-commerce solution that enables users to create and manage their own online stores. The platform offers a comprehensive set of tools designed for online retailers, including shopping guides and opportunities for sharing best practices. WiziShop aims to facilitate entry into the online sales market, helping retailers to enhance their activities and promote customer loyalty. Through its innovative approach, the company positions itself as a partner for businesses looking to establish and grow their e-commerce presence.

Zoe Majeste

Angel Round in 2012
Zoe Majeste is the french leader in his category : jewelry ecommerce & direct sales.

Devialet

Series A in 2012
Devialet is an audio technology company based in Paris, founded in 2007, that specializes in developing advanced acoustic engineering solutions. The firm offers a range of audio equipment, including connected speakers and wireless earbuds, such as its Gemini model. By integrating digital and analog technologies, Devialet aims to enhance the audio experience for consumers. The company's mission is to make its innovative audio technology universally accessible, contributing to the advancement of sound amplification and overall musical enjoyment through its sophisticated production processes.

Zilok

Series A in 2012
Zilok is an online rental marketplace that enables users to rent personal belongings to others, ranging from cars and strollers to electronics and tools. The platform caters to both individuals and businesses, allowing members to list items for hire with dedicated product pages and associated rental contracts. Users can browse available items and book them for specific dates, while owners have the flexibility to accept or decline booking requests. Communication regarding pick-up arrangements occurs via phone or email after bookings are confirmed. Zilok generates revenue through listing fees and transaction commissions, although it offered free listings to new members until 2010. Founded in Paris in 2007, Zilok expanded its services to the United States shortly thereafter, with one of its founders being Thibaud Elzière, who is also known for establishing the online image bank Fotolia.com.

RewardsPay

Seed Round in 2012
RewardsPay is a consumer payment service that enables consumers to use credit card rewards points, cash rewards, hotel points or frequent flier airline miles to safely and securely pay for goods and services at merchant websites. We work directly with airline, hotel, and credit card rewards programs so consumers can safely use their cash rewards, miles, or points at leading merchants. With RewardsPay, consumers can tap into the liquidity of their rewards programs to purchase music, movies, e-books, games or just about any other type of goods or services at the growing number of merchants that are part of the RewardsPay network. Rewards programs are front and center and maintain a direct relationship with their members, merchants benefit from increased basket size and conversion, and consumers increase their purchasing power. RewardsPay is not a wallet, currency exchange, or attempting to create a new type of virtual currency. Our team has decades of combined experience in alternative payments, loyalty and rewards, travel payments, games, and social media.

OuiCar

Venture Round in 2012
OuiCar is the very first website dedicated to private car rental. With 12,000 cars for rent throughout France, OuiCar is the simplest and most economical solution for renting a car near you and not expensive.

Adore Me

Series A in 2012
Adore Me is a New York-based lingerie e-commerce startup that aims to make fashion affordable and accessible for women of all sizes, offering products ranging from bras and panties to swimwear and sleepwear. The company is dedicated to inclusivity, providing a body-positive shopping experience with sizes from petite to plus. Adore Me releases 50 to 60 new designs each month to cater to its urban Millennial customer base, and customers can shop both online and at the Adore Me showroom in New York City, as well as select retail locations. Founded to disrupt the lingerie industry, Adore Me has garnered recognition for its innovative approach, including awards for customer engagement and being named one of New York’s fastest-growing companies. With a team of over 130 employees across the US and Europe, Adore Me continues to champion a modern, fashion-forward vision in the intimates market.

ZooZ

Seed Round in 2011
Zooz is a technology company founded in 2010 that specializes in a payments platform aimed at enhancing merchants' payment performance. The platform offers a comprehensive payment application that integrates various acquirers, e-wallets, alternative payment methods, and fraud management services. By streamlining the transaction process, Zooz enables businesses to optimize their payment operations within a complex ecosystem. In July 2018, Zooz was acquired by PayU, further expanding its reach and capabilities in the payments industry.

Arts Live Entertainment

Venture Round in 2011
Arts Live Entertainment is a live performance production company focused on modernizing the traditional entertainment landscape through the use of Internet and digital tools. The company operates a platform that connects artists with audiences by organizing live music events and various cultural and entertainment programs online. This approach allows artists to showcase their talents effectively while providing audiences with access to a diverse range of live performances. By leveraging technology, Arts Live Entertainment aims to enhance the experience of both performers and spectators in the evolving arts sector.

Keyade

Venture Round in 2011
Keyade was born in June 2006 with the goal, not of creating yet another online marketing agency, but of breaking new ground with a different approach: a specialized structure built on its background expertise, a small client base, a strong emphasis on technological innovation and training young graduates as permanent consultants, and an international reach. At Keyade, we combine our background expertise and cutting-edge technology with an experienced team to provide customized SEM services to an intentionally limited number of advertisers and fully optimize their campaign ROI. We specialize in building partnerships with advertisers rather than simply acting as an executing agenc

State.it

Seed Round in 2011
State.it is an opinion network that captures, interconnects, and organizes people's opinions and conversations based on shared tastes, no matter where they originate. They connect content and communities around shared interests in a simple and engaging interface.

Monnier Frères

Seed Round in 2011
Monnier Frères SAS is an online retailer based in Paris, France, specializing in luxury accessories. Founded in 2010, the company offers a diverse range of products, including handbags, shoulder bags, backpacks, shoes such as boots and sneakers, and an array of jewelry items like necklaces and bracelets. Additionally, Monnier Frères provides various accessories, including small leather goods, hats, scarves, and sunglasses. The company is dedicated to delivering high-quality fashion items and ensures customer inquiries are addressed through online applications.

Lentillesmoinscheres

Venture Round in 2011
Lentillesmoinscheres was born in 2005 from the association of a master optician, Rolf Hogenmüller, and recognized professionals of the French Internet. It is now the French leader in the renewal of lenses on the Internet, delivering in 27 countries and having sold more than 50 million lenses.

Coravin

Seed Round in 2011
Coravin offers a proprietary wine access technology that does not disturb a wine's aging process even after the cork is removed. The company's technology allows them to pour and enjoy fine wines without disturbing the natural aging process- or the process to commit to the whole bottle. Its first product, the Coravin Wine Preservation Opener, pours wine without removing the cork from the bottle. Coravin was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, United States.

Plyce

Series A in 2011
Plyce is a geolocalized shopping platform that enhances the shopping experience by helping users discover attractive deals in their vicinity. The service replaces traditional plastic loyalty cards with a mobile application, enabling users to manage their shopping rewards digitally. Available through both a website and mobile applications on iPhone, Android, and Nokia, Plyce serves as a social network where users can share their favorite shopping spots, post pictures, and provide feedback. Currently, the service is exclusively available in France, focusing on improving consumer engagement and satisfaction in shopping.

Ifeelgoods

Seed Round in 2010
Ifeelgoods is a developer of a digital promotions platform that helps brands incentivize, convert, and reward their audiences through personalized offers and digital gifts. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform and an application programming interface (API) that provides a comprehensive catalog of digital rewards tailored to various customer activities. By integrating services such as commerce, customer relationship management, social media, and loyalty programs, Ifeelgoods enables marketers to effectively engage their customers and enhance their overall experience. The platform is designed to facilitate instant rewards, making it easier for brands to connect with their audiences and drive customer loyalty.

Restopolitan

Seed Round in 2010
Restopolitan is an online restaurant reservation platform that transforms the dining experience by offering a unique Member Card. This card entitles users to receive one complimentary meal during each restaurant visit. The company provides real-time booking services for a variety of restaurants, allowing members to enjoy exclusive meal offers and discounts. By streamlining the reservation process and enhancing the value of dining out, Restopolitan aims to create a more rewarding and enjoyable experience for its users.

Plyce

Seed Round in 2010
Plyce is a geolocalized shopping platform that enhances the shopping experience by helping users discover attractive deals in their vicinity. The service replaces traditional plastic loyalty cards with a mobile application, enabling users to manage their shopping rewards digitally. Available through both a website and mobile applications on iPhone, Android, and Nokia, Plyce serves as a social network where users can share their favorite shopping spots, post pictures, and provide feedback. Currently, the service is exclusively available in France, focusing on improving consumer engagement and satisfaction in shopping.

MADE

Series A in 2010
Made.com Design Limited specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-end furniture directly to consumers, effectively eliminating the middleman. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company offers a wide range of products, including sofas, chairs, tables, lighting, storage solutions, and bedding. By utilizing an online-only sales model without showrooms or warehouses, Made.com minimizes waste and surplus stock, allowing it to provide made-to-order furniture at significantly lower prices—typically 70 to 85% less than traditional retailers. The company consolidates orders for production every week, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Made.com collaborates with renowned designers and skilled craftsmen, delivering unique and stylish pieces that enhance home decor. With a customer base exceeding 100,000, it aims to make luxury home design accessible to a broader audience.

AppsFire

Angel Round in 2010
Appsfire is a Paris-based company founded in 2009 that operates an advertising platform designed for application developers and advertisers. It offers a mobile app, Appsfire 4.1, which was released in 2013 and helps users discover relevant applications and deals tailored to their preferences. The app provides personalized recommendations based on user tastes and allows searches by app name, developer, category, or specific needs. Users can also share their app activities on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, and view their friends' bookmarked or downloaded apps. Each recommended application features a "Badge" that highlights various attributes, such as bestseller status or similarities to other apps. Appsfire currently functions as a subsidiary of Mobile Network Group S.A.
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