InnovaFonds
Overview
InnovaFonds is an independent private equity firm based in Paris, France, specializing in growth and buyout investments in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With over €500 million under management across five investment vehicles, the firm focuses on providing equity and quasi-equity financing to support the development and transmission of French companies. Their investment approach is characterized by an entrepreneurial spirit and active involvement with management teams to drive value creation. The firm's investment strategy targets French SMEs with revenues between €10 million and €150 million, emphasizing companies with experienced management teams, strong growth potential both domestically and internationally, and proven industrial, technological, or commercial expertise. InnovaFonds typically invests between €3 million and €25 million per transaction, with the capacity to commit up to €35 million in certain cases. Their portfolio spans various sectors, including industrial services, technology, healthcare, consumer goods, business services, energy, financial services, media, telecommunications, transportation, logistics, retail, real estate, education, and agriculture. InnovaFonds is committed to responsible investing, integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into its investment process. The firm conducts thorough ESG audits during the pre-investment phase and implements carbon footprint assessments post-investment to develop actionable decarbonization plans. This approach reflects their dedication to sustainable value creation and long-term growth for their portfolio companies.
Investment Focus
- Experienced management team
- Strong growth potential
- Proven industrial, technological, or commercial expertise
- Revenues between €10 million and €150 million
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does InnovaFonds invest in?
InnovaFonds invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Paris 16, France. InnovaFonds is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does InnovaFonds invest at?
InnovaFonds backs companies at Growth and Buyout, writing cheques of 3M - 35M.
Which regions does InnovaFonds invest in?
InnovaFonds invests across France.
Who are the partners at InnovaFonds?
Team members listed for InnovaFonds include Nicolas Bouchery (Partner - Head Investor Relations) and Baptiste Hetreau (Head of ESG).
What companies has InnovaFonds invested in?
InnovaFonds's portfolio includes Lumiplan, Pagès Group, Numalliance, Smart Home International, Altix and Lotronic.
How do I contact InnovaFonds?
InnovaFonds's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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