Lynxter is a manufacturer of additive manufacturing machines that specializes in developing both standard and customized models for industrial applications. The company focuses on providing innovative 3D printed manufacturing tools and services, catering to the needs of clients looking for rapid prototyping and functional fabrication of unique parts. Lynxter's offerings include high-range, modular manufacturing machines designed to enable clients to utilize 3D printing as an effective means of production for small series and specialized components.
Therapixel develops and commercializes AI-based software for breast cancer detection and characterization
Founded in 2018 by four ex-Airbus engineers: Jean-Christophe Lambert, Thibault Baldivia, Clément Dinel and Benoît Ferran, Ascendance is an industrial start-up with a mission to decarbonise aviation. Based in the heart of Toulouse, the European capital of aviation, it has developed and markets two products: an innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system ‘Sterna’, and a hybrid-electic vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft powered by Sterna technology, ‘Atea’.
WYCA Robotics designs and manufactures indoor autonomous vehicles. They serve retail, eCommerce, logistics, health, security, industry, and factories. WYCA Robotics strives to meet clients' mobility and automation needs in a variety of activities with ease of integration.
Bleexo is a software-as-a-service platform designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises in managing human resources. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to monitor employee engagement in real-time and analyze team strengths and weaknesses. By offering insights into these key areas, Bleexo enables organizations to measure employee engagement effectively and enhance overall productivity.
Fineheart is a France-based medical device company that specializes in innovative technologies aimed at addressing cardiovascular diseases. The company is developing an implantable cardiac device that is wirelessly powered and fully implantable, designed to provide mechanical circulatory support. This novel device optimizes cardiac output while preserving the heart's natural contractility, thereby enabling patients with heart failure to restore normal cardiac function and improve their quality of life. Fineheart's focus on advanced medical solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of cardiovascular care.
SmartCatch specializes in liquid biopsy technology aimed at enhancing cancer detection and treatment. The company has developed a minimally invasive method to extract circulating tumor cells, offering a series of products focused on the capture and isolation of these cells. This technology provides researchers and clinicians with valuable data that can significantly improve cancer patient outcomes. By empowering the medical community with advanced tools, SmartCatch contributes to the ongoing battle against cancer, facilitating better diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
Beekast is a web-based platform that specializes in interactive meeting management, enabling users to create, lead, and track online meetings and training sessions. The platform simplifies the process of engaging audiences through various digital activities, such as word clouds, surveys, and collaborative boards, which can be directly integrated into presentation slides. Beekast caters to a diverse range of users, including enterprises, businesses, and freelancers, facilitating effective collaboration and feedback during workshops, virtual meetings, and conferences. Its user-friendly features make it easy for individuals with varying skill levels to enhance the impact of their sessions.
Robocath, founded in 2009 by Philippe Bencteux, MD, specializes in designing, developing, and commercializing robotic solutions for treating cardiovascular diseases. The company focuses on enhancing the safety and effectiveness of medical procedures through innovative robotic technology. Its flagship product, R-One™, optimizes the safety of robotic-assisted coronary angioplasty, a procedure aimed at revascularizing the cardiac muscle by inserting implants into arteries. R-One™ is engineered for precision and specific movements, improving interventional conditions for surgeons while minimizing their exposure to x-rays. With an open architecture, it is compatible with leading medical devices and catheterization laboratories. Robocath aims to become a global leader in vascular robotics, particularly in the remote treatment of vascular emergencies, ensuring optimal care pathways for patients.
Therapixel develops and commercializes AI-based software for breast cancer detection and characterization
SchoolMouv is a provider of an online educational platform to offer video courses.The company's platform facilitates online video tutoring, MCQs for verification of knowledge and exercises for training for high school, enabling students to get an alternative to private lessons easily.
QualitAdd is a developer of innovative software solutions focused on data management for businesses of all sizes. The company's platform facilitates the establishment and monitoring of data governance frameworks, allowing organizations to efficiently manage their risks and audit processes. With features such as rapid configuration of Single Sign-On, authorized users gain immediate access to a unified and centralized management system for governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). This capability includes a comprehensive recovery of existing content and settings, enhancing the overall effectiveness of internal control systems.
Captain Wallet is a technology company based in Paris, France, that offers a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution designed to enhance customer engagement for brands. Founded in 2013 and rebranded from Carving Labs in 2018, Captain Wallet specializes in the dematerialization of loyalty cards and mobile customer relations. Its platform seamlessly integrates with native mobile wallets such as Apple Wallet and Google Pay, allowing businesses to convert loyalty cards, coupons, and receipts into digital formats without requiring customers to download an app. This innovative approach helps brands maintain direct communication with customers through push notifications, ultimately improving customer retention and engagement.
UWINLOC specializes in developing advanced indoor location systems that enhance asset tracking capabilities for retailers and manufacturers. The company's technology employs connected tags and wireless beacons to achieve precise centimeter-level tracking of warehoused items, allowing clients to visualize their assets in a 3D mapping environment. This innovative approach helps businesses minimize asset losses, decrease delivery times, and improve overall productivity, resulting in significant time and cost savings. UWINLOC's commitment to protecting its innovations is supported by the French National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), ensuring that its advancements in industrial property are effectively valorized.
Savimex was created in 1954 in the Jura then came to Grasse in the 80s. The company specializes in the manufacturing of optical components in polymer materials and is positioned in three sectors of activity, which is the protection face, components for industrial applications, and ultra-precision machining. The company, which has experienced strong growth for several years, produces the visors of safety helmets, motorcycles, and firefighters, but also head-up display screens for cars and railways, as well as optical components such as lenses, prisms, or glasses. It also integrates a nanotechnology workshop that enables it to finish polishing its injection molds and to develop optical components of very high precision. Savimex is based in Grasse, France.
Diatly is an e-commerce company based in Paris, France, that facilitates collaboration between brands and marketplaces by providing a comprehensive solution for product catalog integration. Founded in 2012, Diatly has built a portfolio of over 800 brands and collaborates with approximately 100 marketplaces across Europe. The company specializes in managing and structuring data to meet the specific requirements of each marketplace, thereby enhancing product visibility through keyword searches and filters. Diatly's services encompass various aspects of the e-commerce value chain, including automatic catalog integration, data enrichment, commercial management, after-sales service, and logistics. With a skilled team of 40 employees, Diatly aims to streamline the selling process for brands, allowing them to focus on sales while minimizing the need for technical expertise.
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.
StaffMe SAS is a Paris-based staffing company established in 2016 that specializes in connecting businesses with young freelancers for temporary job assignments. The platform allows companies to quickly find suitable candidates for various tasks, including sales, administrative support, events, and logistics. StaffMe pre-selects freelancers based on their skills and personality, ensuring quality matches. The service is designed for simplicity, as the company manages all administrative tasks, enabling both freelancers and businesses to focus on their core activities. Job postings are sent via SMS to available candidates, with the first to respond being assigned the task, facilitating a rapid hiring process. This approach provides flexibility and fair compensation for freelancers seeking short-term work opportunities.
Aqprim is a real estate developer based in Bordeaux, France, founded in 2011. The company focuses on residential real estate and urban planning, specializing in the development of energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly sites. Aqprim emphasizes urban integration in its projects, providing clients with tailored real estate services and personalized administrative support through dedicated customer service representatives.
Imactis specializes in computer-assisted interventional radiology, focusing on the development and marketing of innovative solutions that aid interventional radiologists during minimally invasive needle procedures such as biopsies, tumor ablations, vertebroplasties, infiltrations, and drainages. Its technology enhances accuracy and safety while facilitating complex procedures and reducing their duration. By simplifying multi-needle alignment and providing real-time treatment planning, Imactis' solutions help avoid critical structures and eliminate angular limitations. This ultimately enables medical institutions to achieve improved outcomes and enhance patient care.
UWINLOC specializes in developing advanced indoor location systems that enhance asset tracking capabilities for retailers and manufacturers. The company's technology employs connected tags and wireless beacons to achieve precise centimeter-level tracking of warehoused items, allowing clients to visualize their assets in a 3D mapping environment. This innovative approach helps businesses minimize asset losses, decrease delivery times, and improve overall productivity, resulting in significant time and cost savings. UWINLOC's commitment to protecting its innovations is supported by the French National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), ensuring that its advancements in industrial property are effectively valorized.
Founded in 1996, Hubliss, formerly known as Atout Ménage, specializes in home-based services and more particularly in cleaning and ironing services. The company connects housekeepers with customers. It currently has 3 branches established in PACA, 15 franchisees and 6 dealers (future franchisees after 3 years of activity). The franchise network of the company makes it unique in this sector of activity. It is also distinguished by the fact that housekeepers have the status of an agent and can benefit from incentive bonuses in the context of co-optation, an advantage that is not common in the sector, which thus attracts many household helpers and allows the company to be more selective in its recruitment.
Unow is a Paris-based provider of online training services focused on enhancing organizational effectiveness through digital learning. The company offers a diverse portfolio of over 50 tutored training programs covering project management, soft skills, business skills, and various vocational topics such as agile project management and cybersecurity. With a network of over 100 field experts, Unow aims to foster team collaboration and productivity among its clients. Additionally, the company supports academic and corporate entities in developing Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), further expanding its educational reach.
Nextories operates an online platform designed to assist individuals and businesses in finding reliable and competitively priced moving services. Launched in 2011, the platform enables users to select from a curated list of qualified movers, presenting the three to five best offers based on price, quality of service, and customer satisfaction. Nextories emphasizes transparency in its offers and allows for customization of services, enhancing the user experience. Additionally, the platform includes features such as video conferencing for technical studies, which further simplifies the moving process. With a focus on optimizing logistics and improving customer relationships, Nextories has successfully facilitated over 15,000 moves and has established a Quality Label to ensure high standards among its partner movers.
Solipac is a specialized distributor based in Perpignan, France, focused on heating and air conditioning equipment, as well as renewable energy solutions. Established in 2007, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including heat pumps, solar thermal and photovoltaic panels, and accessories for residential and construction applications. As the exclusive distributor for Hitachi and Alliantz, Solipac ranks as the third-largest dealer in France. The company operates five outlets in the Occitania region, including locations in Montpellier, Nîmes, Alès, and Toulouse. In addition to its wholesale operations, Solipac has developed its own brand dedicated to renewable energy, providing clients with consulting and technical assistance to address installation needs and ensure effective product performance.
Created in 2009, Kinaxia is a web and mobile services publisher that has developed a concept of environmental and real estate risk intelligence through two ranges of online services. The first allows the provision of paperless electronic planning information, a solution for real estate professionals. The second, focused on the "geo-decision" real estate, is a tool to help and support sellers / buyers in their projects and real estate choices (check the strengths and weaknesses of an address, find the ideal address according to specific criteria, etc.).
Founded in 2010 in Paris, Maison Labiche is a mixed ready-to-wear brand offering a chic wardrobe of timeless quality basics, with specific manual intervention of embroidery, painting or other details. This personal touch has become the signature of the brand, allowing its customers to appropriate the design of their clothing. The company distributes its collections in its Paris boutique and in 250 points of sale across 30 countries, as well as on its commercial website. The brand has also developed exclusive collaborations with many famous concept stores and brands such as Colette, Bon Marché, PSG and Converse.
Fitnessboutique is the French multichannel brand in the fitness equipment and sports nutrition market.
Claus Paris is a food and beverage company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, specializing in breakfast and brunch. Established in 2011 by Claus Estermann, the restaurant is known for its fine cuisine and exceptional offerings presented in a neat and cozy setting. The menu features a variety of homemade sweet and savory dishes, all freshly prepared. Claus Paris operates seven days a week and also provides breakfast deliveries for events such as shootings, meetings, presentations, and showrooms, catering to a diverse clientele seeking quality dining experiences.
Robocath, founded in 2009 by Philippe Bencteux, MD, specializes in designing, developing, and commercializing robotic solutions for treating cardiovascular diseases. The company focuses on enhancing the safety and effectiveness of medical procedures through innovative robotic technology. Its flagship product, R-One™, optimizes the safety of robotic-assisted coronary angioplasty, a procedure aimed at revascularizing the cardiac muscle by inserting implants into arteries. R-One™ is engineered for precision and specific movements, improving interventional conditions for surgeons while minimizing their exposure to x-rays. With an open architecture, it is compatible with leading medical devices and catheterization laboratories. Robocath aims to become a global leader in vascular robotics, particularly in the remote treatment of vascular emergencies, ensuring optimal care pathways for patients.
Woko is a fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in Asian street food, particularly Vietnamese cuisine, based in Lyon, France. The establishment provides an authentic dining experience through its modern and inviting atmosphere, allowing customers to immerse themselves in the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asian dishes. Woko offers a customizable menu featuring woks, soups, and salads, allowing patrons to choose their preferred ingredients. In addition to the main dishes, the menu includes a selection of starters, desserts, and unique beverages. The restaurant prioritizes fresh and healthy ingredients, with meals prepared daily, and serves dishes at the table to enhance the dining experience. By focusing on quality and authenticity, Woko aims to share the rich culture and diverse flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with its customers.
Adveez, founded in 2011 in Toulouse, specializes in providing comprehensive monitoring and control solutions for sensitive sites such as airports, ports, and healthcare facilities. The company combines hardware and software components, including electronic devices installed on vehicles and personnel, a communication network, and a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform for data analysis. Adveez has also developed applications aimed at managing the movement and safety of vulnerable individuals, particularly those with conditions like Alzheimer's disease, which are marketed to healthcare institutions and families through a network of resellers and installers. The company's significant growth in the airport sector has led to its solutions being implemented in various airports, including major locations in the United States and Europe, serving clients like Delta Airlines and Brussels Airlines. By focusing on user safety and asset management, Adveez enhances operational efficiency and security across its target markets.
Wity is a developer of a digital accounting platform designed to simplify entrepreneurship for creative individuals and innovators. The platform leverages artificial intelligence and a personal assistant to provide accessible accounting and legal advisory services. By offering the latest accounting knowledge and expertise, Wity aims to support entrepreneurs in their endeavors, helping them navigate the complexities of business management. This approach fosters an environment where creativity and innovation can thrive, ultimately contributing to the success of those who challenge the status quo.
Secab supports entrepreneurs in the areas of chartered accountancy, law, and strategy. The Group's sales force, its transversal services (accounting, social, legal, etc.), as well as good control over the production processes, have enabled it to achieve a higher rate of return than the sector and to develop through organic and external growth. It was founded in 2007, bringing together 12 firms located in the East of France in Paris, Villeparisis, Melun, Montereau, Sens, Joigny, and St. Florentin, Fréjus.
Gelazur specializes in seafood importation and distribution all around the European Union. It sources, imports, and markets around 10,000 tons of frozen raw seafood on the European market from over 40 different countries. It offers 4 ranges of products including crustaceans, mollusks, cephalopods, and frozen fish. It works with the catering sector, supermarkets and the convenience food industry in Europe. Gelazur was founded in 1960, in Nice, France.
Nina Sushi specializes in Japanese Kosher certified catering. The Group now has 9 restaurants located in Paris offering an on-site, take-out or delivery service via the online ordering platform on the Group's website, as well as an event catering service.
Get+ is a B2B Lead Generation Online Service that automatically recognizes the name of the company that visits your website, and delivers actionable contacts to fuel Marketo Nurturing Engine. On average, only one percent of visitors to the average website complete a web form, Get+ delivers detailed company names, contacts and emails on the other (not anymore) anonymous 99 percent.
Created in 2004, Nightshift is a platform of companies specialized in audiovisual and digital content. Focused on the beauty and luxury markets, the Group works for productions, advertisers and networks of international agencies. With a team of 75 professionals and a global approach, the agency produces more than 500 projects per year: video, music, special effects and animation, for all broadcast channels. Recognized for his expertise, Nighshift has worked for Louis Vuitton, Yves-Saint-Laurent, Dior, Jaeger Lecoultre, Nespresso, Volkswagen and L'Oreal.
Cyclable SARL, founded in 2005 and based in Lyon, France, specializes in the distribution and retail of urban bicycles. With a strong presence in the French market, the company operates 27 stores, including 13 company-owned and 14 franchises, extending its reach to cities in France and Geneva. Cyclable offers a diverse range of bicycles, including electric, folding, cargo, gravel, and traditional models, catering to various customers such as cyclists, families, and corporations seeking sustainable travel alternatives. The brand is recognized for its quality and eco-responsible products, along with a selection of bike accessories and equipment, promoting cycling for commuting, leisure, and family activities.
Proximis is a developer of a digital unified commerce platform that allows brands and retail chains to create a seamless shopping experience for customers. By integrating online and in-store buying journeys, Proximis enables retailers to manage orders effectively and respond to customer expectations. The platform facilitates an intuitive experience, mimicking in-store interactions for online shoppers, thus enhancing customer satisfaction and engagement.
Franck Deville specializes in developing and manufacturing craftsman tradition cocktail products to high range hotel and catering professionals, bakery-pastry professionals and gourmet products selective distribution specialists. In addition, the group ensures its diversification into the consumer market with outlets in France, Italy and Germany, and with an e-commerce Website.
SequoiaSoft is a software development company that specializes in creating business management solutions for the hospitality, restaurant, outdoor accommodation, and wellness sectors. The company focuses on designing and marketing software that addresses both internal operations and commercial needs within these industries. By providing comprehensive tools for managing various aspects of operations, SequoiaSoft enables its clients to enhance efficiency and effectively manage the daily functions of their businesses.
Private Equity Round in 2016
SequoiaSoft is a software development company that specializes in creating business management solutions for the hospitality, restaurant, outdoor accommodation, and wellness sectors. The company focuses on designing and marketing software that addresses both internal operations and commercial needs within these industries. By providing comprehensive tools for managing various aspects of operations, SequoiaSoft enables its clients to enhance efficiency and effectively manage the daily functions of their businesses.
Fineheart is a France-based medical device company that specializes in innovative technologies aimed at addressing cardiovascular diseases. The company is developing an implantable cardiac device that is wirelessly powered and fully implantable, designed to provide mechanical circulatory support. This novel device optimizes cardiac output while preserving the heart's natural contractility, thereby enabling patients with heart failure to restore normal cardiac function and improve their quality of life. Fineheart's focus on advanced medical solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of cardiovascular care.
L'Eclair de Génie, SARL produces pastries and éclairs. The Eclair de Génie has its bestsellers, which do not leave the front of the stage. In 3 years, Éclair de Génie has conquered Paris, it now has 16 outlets, located in 4 countries.
Nabab Kebab is a fast-food restaurant chain established in 2015, specializing in halal-certified kebabs and offering a range of authentic Lebanese cuisine, including wraps, sandwiches, and platters. The brand operates under a master franchise model and has successfully expanded to over 80 locations in France and internationally. Founded by Eddy BENGHANEM, the first four restaurants were opened in Rhône-Alpes within a year of inception. Each restaurant is designed to be standardized and replicable, featuring an area of over 100 square meters and accommodating up to 80 customers. Nabab Kebab's restaurants are open seven days a week, ensuring continuous service and competitive pricing for quality meals.
Everblue Pools is a network of quality pools that offers high-end solutions for building or renovating of pools. Everblue has a powerful model combining network and central purchasing functions. Its support and organization allow its 130 affiliates to build more than 2,000 pools a year and offer customers a full range of quality products ranging from pool structure, equipment, and cleaning products. The company maintains a relationship of trust with its customers and is committed to guaranteeing excellence and serenity. Everblue Pools was founded on 1988 and is headquartered in Castelnau of Estrètefonds, France.
Probeautic Institut is a supplier for beauty and spa professionals that offers aesthetic products and materials. It provides dynamism, professionalism, and reliability by offering a stickier offer ever more to the expectations of its customers. The company is committed to supporting people throughout years in the realization and success of professional projects. The company is a team of professionals, dedicated, invested, and innovative solutions. Probeautic Institut was founded on 1997 and is based in Signes, France.
La Fermière SA, established in 1952 and based in Aubagne, France, specializes in the production and distribution of high-quality dairy products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including yogurts, cheeses, dessert creams, and dairy desserts for babies, emphasizing traditional manufacturing techniques and the use of premium ingredients. La Fermière's products are sold through various retail outlets, including major chains such as Carrefour, Leclerc, and Intermarché, primarily in France and the United Kingdom. Additionally, the company supplies products for export markets, catering, and food services, as well as producing white label dairy ranges for clients like Michel and Augustin. La Fermière operates as a subsidiary of the agrifood group Tarpinian, which acquired the company in 2002.
Cirpack is a prominent provider of Voice over IP (VoIP) software solutions and telecommunication platforms, established in 1998. The company specializes in helping telecom operators and cloud service providers by offering a range of services, including unified communications, session initiation protocol (SIP) trunking, and centralized routing applications. These solutions enable clients to integrate voice, data, and video services effectively, enhancing their offerings to both fixed and mobile markets. Cirpack operates in multiple countries, including France, Germany, Mexico, Lebanon, and Vietnam, serving over 15 million subscribers and 150 operators globally. The company is recognized for the reliability and flexibility of its products, which are designed for easy integration and operation. Additionally, Cirpack provides advisory, support, and maintenance services to assist customers in optimizing their communication strategies over VoIP.
Gofitness, created in 2011 by Bernard Testu and Benjamin Clet, two professionals in the sector, is a network of fitness centers at attractive rates and high-end services, located on the outskirts of major cities in Île-de-France. The Group offers a unique and competitive subscription for less than € 30 per month, including quality services: reception staff and permanent sports coaches, latest generation equipment and access to the various centers 7 days a week. The partners currently have 4 fitness rooms, inaugurated between 2011 and 2013 in the Val d'Oise and Essonne, and opened their franchise offer, with a first brand that was born in Toulouse in 2013 .
AdEchoTech is a French company based near Paris, founded in 2008 by Dr. Éric Lefebvre, an experienced ultrasound radiologist. The company focuses on developing remote ultrasonography devices to address medical desertification and the shortage of healthcare services in underserved areas. AdEchoTech specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of robotic ultrasound equipment for various medical applications, including abdominal, cardiac, pelvic, urinary tract, and gynecologic care. By incorporating input from the medical community during the design process, AdEchoTech ensures that its solutions effectively meet the needs of healthcare providers and improve patient care. The company's innovations aim to reduce transportation costs and enhance the availability of sonographers, ultimately contributing to better public health outcomes.
Kasios was created in 2001 by a team of scientists with recognized know-how in the field of synthetic bone substitutes for orthopedic and traumatological surgery, spine surgery and dental surgery. Kasios works in compliance with international quality standards applied to the field of medical devices, which allows it to meet the highest demands of its customers. Since 2011, the company has seen a steady increase in turnover. In order to continue this trend, Kasios has expanded its product range and is now conquering markets outside our borders.
Created in 2014, My Pop is a group of themed restaurants which has 2 establishments located in Paris. The first, My pop, located in a premium location of the 15 th arrondissement, innovates a concept of Anglo-Saxon upscale kitchen, around essential products like burgers, bagels, the finger food and milkshakes, in a universe design, contemporary, inspired by New York. The second restaurant, La Bastide Blanche, near the Parc Monceau in the 8 th district, specializes in Mediterranean cuisine.
Trampoline Park, established in 2014, is a prominent indoor leisure center operator in France, specializing in trampoline activities. With four locations in Toulouse, Bordeaux, Lyon, and Strasbourg, it caters to families seeking entertainment, sports, and new experiences. The parks feature various activities, including jumping, catapult, basketball, and fitness, ensuring a diverse recreational offering for all ages. Additionally, each complex includes bar and snack areas to enhance the visitor experience.
Founded in 2014, Les Burgers de Papa is a fast-food restaurant specializing in gourmet burgers, made with French products (meats, vegetables and breads), fresh and quality, at very competitive prices. Design and concept restaurants offer their products on site, take-out or delivery. In less than a year, the founders opened 4 restaurants in the Lyon area and opened their franchise offer with a first restaurant opened in Versailles, Ile-de-France. Faced with this potential and the profitability of the outlets, 3 new franchises are being opened in several French cities.
RecFrance is specialists in paramedical equipment, Recfrance designs, manufactures and distributes equipment promoting the independence of disabled people and disabled people.
Bagelstein is a fast-food brand based in Strasbourg, France, specializing in bagels and other baked goods. The company is known for its unique approach, characterized by an impertinent and offbeat atmosphere that aims to engage customers while they enjoy their meals. Bagelstein offers a range of food items, including cheesecakes, muffins, cookies, and non-alcoholic beverages, providing a casual dining experience in its 43 outlets across major French cities. The brand emphasizes the use of ultra-fresh ingredients, with food prepared and delivered daily from its three production centers.
Private Equity Round in 2014
SequoiaSoft is a software development company that specializes in creating business management solutions for the hospitality, restaurant, outdoor accommodation, and wellness sectors. The company focuses on designing and marketing software that addresses both internal operations and commercial needs within these industries. By providing comprehensive tools for managing various aspects of operations, SequoiaSoft enables its clients to enhance efficiency and effectively manage the daily functions of their businesses.
Studio M International, founded in 1989 and directed by Philippe Lansade, is a group of private non-contract schools specializing in training for the audiovisual, journalism, fashion, and art professions. With campuses in Montpellier, Lyon, and Toulouse, the group also operates franchise schools in London, Montreal, and Saigon, serving approximately 1,300 students. Studio M brings together five training centers: Studio M, ACFA Multimedia, Esimode, the Institute of Higher Studies of Journalism (HEJ), and the Atelier du Griffon. The institution focuses on providing both practical and theoretical education, equipping students with the necessary skills to excel in their respective fields.
The Des Petits Hauts brand was born in 2000 under the impetus of two sisters who wanted to create timeless tops, comfortable and chic signed with a starry charm. The brand is distributed through 1,150 multibrand stores (480 in France and 670 internationally) and 35 stores in own and in affiliation. The Group's business volume has grown steadily since its recovery in 2012. Both brands have been boosted, in particular Des Petits Hauts, which has commercial performances in the high end of the sector and demonstrates the relevance of its positioning.
Au Bout du Champ specializes in the distribution of local fruits and vegetables in short circuit. Produced in Île-de-France, harvests are transported on the day of their picking to the 5 stores of the sign located in Paris and its suburbs. The banner focuses its activity around the following strict criteria: Consume seasonal fruits and vegetables; Produce and harvest within 100 km of the place of consumption; Reduce the time between harvest and consumption Promote the organic sector; Respect territories and farmers; Reduce as much as possible greenhouse gas emissions. To date, Au Bout du Champ has selected 9 producers in Île-de-France, including 2 in organic farming, and employs 24 employees to manage the logistics and daily supply of farms to the point of sale.
i2a SA is a diagnostic and medical informatics company based in Montpellier, France, specializing in microbiology. Established in 1988 by three engineers from Polytechnique, the company manufactures and markets instruments, software, and reagents tailored for microbiology laboratories and infection prevention services, primarily in Europe and North America. i2a's product lineup includes the Sirscan2000, an automatic reader for disc diffusion susceptibility tests, and various software solutions designed for monitoring susceptibility tests and epidemiological data. The company also provides essential reagents for bacteriology, such as rapid susceptibility test media and antibiotic discs. i2a is particularly notable for its strong presence in France, where it supplies around 75% of hospitals, and aims to expand its international reach in the coming years. By consistently adapting its products to meet user needs, i2a enhances its development potential and innovation within the field of microbiology.
Sushi Shop, the network of Sushi House, is the European leader in Japanese catering and generated € 130 million in sales in 2012. Sushi Shop develops a unique know-how in the production and marketing of sushi , makis and other Japanese dishes. The brand has established itself as "the reference" in terms of Japanese fast food in France. With more than 100 restaurants, the Sushi Shop Group is present in 8 countries: France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, United Arab Emirates and United States. Sushi Shop is surrounded by many personalities to develop its reputation. For example, Lenny Kravitz participated in the launch of Sushi Shop in the United States and Thierry Marx participated in the French development.
Tommy's Diner is a operator of a chain of restaurants in France. The company reproduces the atmosphere of America in the 1950s and 1960s and offers customers American, Texan and Mexican cuisine and other alternative dishes.
Planet Cards is an e-commerce company that specializes in customizable print products, particularly personalized cards and photo gifts. As a leader in France and Germany and a significant player in the broader European market, Planet Cards offers over 25,000 unique designs through its two primary brands: Planet Cards for card making and Planet Image for photo gifts and books. The company provides a user-friendly web-based customization tool that allows customers to easily design their cards by adding personal photos and messages. Once designed, the products are printed on quality paper and delivered to customers, enabling them to share their sentiments for various occasions, including births, weddings, baptisms, and communions.
Created in 1952 by a family of tailors Annecy who had anticipated the development of Winter Sports, the brand Creations Fusalp has naturally enrolled from the beginning of its history in a world of fashion to develop its collections. The invention of the spindle, both elegant and adapted to the practice of skiing, marked the beginning of an adventure that led the company to develop clothes where the expertise of the tailor, both in the cuts , materials or style, has always been respected. Since its creation, Fusalp is not a marketing concept but a company with a career, a heritage, a know-how and a style which are the permanent pillars of the brand and irrigate both the development of the products and the approach to markets and consumers. In December 2013, the shares of the majority shareholder were acquired by Sophie and Philippe Lacoste, with an ambitious international repositioning and development project.
SpineVision S.A. is a spinal technology company that specializes in the design, development, and marketing of implants and instrumentation for spinal treatment. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Antony, France, with subsidiaries in Belgium, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States, the company focuses on addressing a diverse range of spinal pathologies, including degenerative disc disease, deformities, cervical disorders, trauma, and tumors. Its product portfolio includes advanced systems such as Flex+, X-PLUS, LUMIS, and P.L.U.S., which offer various stabilization options and surgical solutions. Additionally, SpineVision provides specialized systems like the C3 anterior cervical plate and UNI-Thread, enhancing surgical procedures and outcomes. The company's innovations are developed in collaboration with prominent neurological and orthopedic surgeons, resulting in over 20 patents that reflect its commitment to advancing spinal care.
SMA Diffusion In 2007, Michel Osteng bought SMA Diffusion, a gourmet wholesaler based in Carnoux (13), with the ambition of selling food products in design packaging in decoration stores. From 2009, the production is internalized and, in 2010, the flagship brand of SMA Diffusion: A'ROM, is created. The company now offers several ranges of unusual products: syrups, oils and vinegars, salts and peppers, lemonades, culinary preparations, etc. Complete ranges, like that of syrups that contains 7 different packaging and not less than 40 flavors. The originality of the concept is at the same time in the product itself: Barbapapa syrup, Balsamic-Fig vinegar, Poppy lemonade, but also in its design, clean and colorful packaging.
BuyBox provides an omnichannel gift card solution, helping brands create a customer acquisition channel. It offers a 360-degree solution and global support, allowing e-retailers and retailers to establish a growth-oriented gift card program. Its solutions cover a guaranteed return on investment, native integration with major CMS, PSP, and POS, and total control of customer knowledge.
RedLuxury is the leader in watch brands development on the web. The company designs and distributes watches both for fashion brands and for its own account. The company's online and retail platform offers a range of aesthetic and innovative watches for both men and women, enabling consumers to access watches with originality, technology, and premium quality. RedLuxury develops owned brands such as Jean Bellecour or Rich Gone Broke and brand licences such as Kulte or Vuarnet.
Founded in 2012, Mamie Cocotte is a collective catering brand that has 6 establishments in Île-de-France, 1 open for own and 5 in concession for a period of 6 years (these contracts operate under a call for tenders from the leaders French corporate catering). Its concept of "neo-canteen" unique in France, the world of design and modern cuisine, is focused on 2 services and targets: catering for corporate customers and subsidized by member companies, on the one hand, and traditional catering for all customers and all modes of payment, on the other hand. Restaurants produce up to 700 seats per day for an average basket of 10 euros. The Group is involved in a responsible and supportive approach, by using "grannies" in the kitchen, offering fresh products, purchased in short circuits and reducing energy consumption, thanks to state-of-the-art infrastructures.
Skeepers, founded in 2012, has established itself as a leader in customer engagement in Europe. The company offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that helps brands enhance their interactions with consumers throughout the customer experience cycle, including customer reviews, influencer marketing, video content, live shopping, feedback analysis, customer journey management, and marketing campaign activation. With a workforce of 550 employees, nearly half of whom focus on innovation and research and development, Skeepers serves over 8,000 customers across 40 countries. The company operates in multiple locations in France and has expanded its presence to several European countries, the USA, and Brazil. By leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, Skeepers aggregates and analyzes customer data from social media, helping brands identify target audiences and implement effective marketing strategies.
Fitnext is an online platform founded in 2010 by Erwann Menthéour, a former professional cyclist and journalist. The application offers personalized nutrition, fitness coaching, and relaxation tips, aiming to provide individuals with comprehensive health and wellness support. By integrating tailored fitness coaching with nutritional guidance, Fitnext helps users maintain their fitness and overall well-being. The platform is designed to empower individuals to achieve their health goals through customized advice and resources.
Fitness Park, founded in 2012, is a chain of franchised fitness clubs operating under the low-cost model in France, and is part of the Moving Group, a leader in the fitness sector. The company currently has 14 locations serving over 40,000 members and has plans to expand significantly, aiming to open 135 additional clubs across the country. Fitness Park facilities provide a range of services, including muscular endurance training, bodybuilding equipment, and access to fitness trainers. The brand has seen considerable success, with 180 clubs already established, prompting the search for new franchisees to support its growth ambitions.
Kujten, born in 2012 from the friendship of 2 Parisian women, one from the world of finance, the other from fashion, is a mixed ready-to-wear brand specializing in the manufacture and distribution of cashmere top of range. The brand currently has 14 Kujten stores (in Paris, Neuilly and London) and an online store. The house shakes the codes of cashmere by offering high quality pieces, rich and plural styling, inspired by Parisian trends, at affordable prices. 100% cashmere pieces are made in Mongolia with premium quality local wool.
Beef House Group, based in Marseille, France, operates a chain of restaurants that includes four establishments under the Beef House and Butcher House brands, primarily located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Established in 2012, Beef House specializes in a diverse array of world cuisines featuring beef and other meat dishes, which are prepared by weight and cooked over charcoal. Meanwhile, Butcher House focuses on gourmet hamburgers. The restaurants are strategically situated in premium commercial areas, such as Les Terrasses du Port in Marseille, and are designed with a New York loft aesthetic. The group, which has plans for expansion in France, is part of a Luxembourg-based company that also owns an Asian restaurant concept.
Ami Bois, established in 2005 and headquartered in Toulouse, France, specializes in the construction of individual wooden houses. The company focuses on creating homes that blend comfort, aesthetics, economic viability, and ecological sustainability, primarily serving the Midi-Pyrénées and Aquitaine regions. Ami Bois offers a selection of 15 fully customizable models designed to meet diverse needs. Their wooden frame houses have gained recognition, including a gold medal at the 2014 Challenge of Innovative Houses, highlighting their ability to integrate seamlessly into urban environments while maintaining a controlled budget. The company is dedicated to providing trendy and economical housing solutions, emphasizing environmental responsibility in its designs and construction methods.
Sophim S.A. is a fine chemical company based in Peyruis, France, specializing in the development and production of natural ingredients and oils primarily for the cosmetic, personal care, and pharmaceutical markets. Founded in 1988, Sophim has established itself as the European leader in the production of vegetable squalene derived from olive residues, which is renowned for its moisturizing properties. The company offers a diverse range of products, including butters, waxes, oils, and esters, most of which are Eco-certified by COSMOS and Ecocert. Sophim's commitment to innovation is reflected in its advanced manufacturing processes, which include esterification, distillation, and hydrogenation, earning recognition for its adherence to Green Chemistry principles. The company distributes its products through various partners and agents, with a significant portion of its export sales directed toward markets in Asia and Europe. Sophim operates as a subsidiary of the Jacques Margnat Group.
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.
Novescia SAS owns and operates private diagnostic laboratories. Novescia is the French specialist in medical biology analysis, bringing together the respect of practicing biologists and the efficiency of their service rendered. The Group federates more than 100 laboratories in France structured in regions around 6 technical centers and favors a logic of territorial mesh to pool the services of analyzes, the laboratories being transformed into simple sampling points for the patients. The Group stands out for its coherence, infused by common professional practices, a vision of the shared and ethical business as well as a corporate culture that has a taste for continuous improvement.
Intrasense SA is a French company founded in 2004 that specializes in the design and development of software for the advanced visualization and analysis of medical images. Operating under the Myrian brand, Intrasense offers a suite of products that includes the Myrian Imaging Layer, a multimodal visualization platform for healthcare industries, and Myrian Studio, which enables the development of custom medical imaging applications. The company also provides a range of clinical applications, including solutions for tracking lesions and analyzing various types of medical imaging data such as MRI and CT scans. Intrasense's innovations aim to enhance the interpretation of medical images across the entire healthcare continuum, supporting research, diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient follow-up, thereby improving the overall quality of cancer care and patient outcomes.
Mediameeting is a France-based company founded in 2004 that specializes in creating, producing, and broadcasting radio programs in multiple languages for a global audience. The platform allows users to develop their own radio content, catering to various sectors such as in-house communications, management communications, financial communications, and retail. Mediameeting provides a diverse range of radio services, including corporate, mobility, and retail radios, with specific offerings like motorway radios and news radios. The company's focus on enhancing audience engagement enables radio broadcasters to expand their reach and connect with listeners on the move.
Created seven years ago, their dedicated software solution has become a major asset for retailers and their points of sale, as a result of the combined efforts of communications specialists and engineering teams from IT R&D group. On a daily basis, this dual culture drives them to think ahead and create the tools that will be essential for tomorrow's points of sale. Their activity extends to personalized support for each of our customers, the constant enhancement of the product, close attention to the quality of the service and the consulting services they offer the retailer.