MELIES Business Angels
Overview
MELIES Business Angels is a non-profit association established in Montpellier in 2006, uniting more than 300 individual investors with the mission to finance and support innovative startups with high growth potential in the Occitanie region of France. The network focuses on providing funding ranging from €100,000 to €1 million to early-stage companies. The association is particularly interested in initiatives contributing to energy transition and sustainable development. Investors actively participate in project evaluation, due diligence, and offer guidance to entrepreneurs, ensuring a comprehensive support system for startups. MELIES Business Angels is a founding member of the regional federation Occitanie Angels, formed in June 2025 through the merger with Capitole Angels. Since its inception, MELIES Business Angels has mobilized over €5.7 million, investing in 41 regional startups and creating approximately 260 direct jobs. The association has achieved nine successful exits, demonstrating its effective investment strategy and commitment to fostering economic development in the region.
Investment Focus
- Located in Occitanie region
- Executive Summary
- Pitch Deck
- Structured Business Plan
- Seeking equity funding up to €600,000
- Eligible for tax-advantaged investments
- Economic challenges and growth potential
- Need for MELIES BA's support
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Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about MELIES Business Angels
What sectors does MELIES Business Angels invest in?
MELIES Business Angels invests in Software, Aerospace, Gaming, Robotics, Biotechnology and Electronics, and is based in Montpellier, France. MELIES Business Angels is listed as a syndicate in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does MELIES Business Angels invest at?
MELIES Business Angels backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 100K - 1M.
Which regions does MELIES Business Angels invest in?
MELIES Business Angels invests across France.
How do I contact MELIES Business Angels?
MELIES Business Angels's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
