Alberto Chalon

Private Investment Firm France ·Founded 2021

Overview

Alberto Chalon is a French entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in technology and digital media sectors. He co-founded Qwant, a privacy-focused search engine, in 2013, serving as CEO and leading strategic partnerships and fundraising efforts. Under his leadership, Qwant expanded its user base significantly and became a notable player in the European search engine market. In 2023, Qwant was sold, marking a significant milestone in Chalon's entrepreneurial journey. After his tenure at Qwant, Chalon transitioned into investment, founding Giano Capital in 2021. Giano Capital is a European secondary investment platform that provides liquidity solutions to founders, employees, and early investors. The firm focuses on technology companies across various stages, from seed to late-stage investments, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as technology, digital media, and e-commerce. Chalon's investment strategy is characterized by a hands-on approach, leveraging his extensive network and experience to support portfolio companies in scaling their operations and achieving strategic objectives. Throughout his career, Chalon has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Europe. His investments reflect a keen interest in companies that prioritize user privacy, data security, and ethical business practices. By combining his entrepreneurial background with his investment acumen, Chalon continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the European tech landscape, supporting ventures that align with his vision for a more secure and user-centric digital future.

Investment Focus

  • Strong focus on user privacy and data security
  • Innovative business models with scalable growth potential
  • Experienced management teams with a clear strategic vision
  • Commitment to ethical business practices and social responsibility

Portfolio Companies

BoltSumUpSennderSRTXContentsAudiencerate

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Frequently asked questions about Alberto Chalon

What sectors does Alberto Chalon invest in?

Alberto Chalon invests in Technology, Consumer Goods, HealthTech, EdTech, FinTech and E-commerce, and is based in France. Alberto Chalon is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Alberto Chalon invest at?

Alberto Chalon backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does Alberto Chalon invest in?

Alberto Chalon invests across United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Denmark and Switzerland.

What companies has Alberto Chalon invested in?

Alberto Chalon's portfolio includes Bolt, SumUp, Sennder, SRTX, Contents and Audiencerate.

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