Seven2
Overview
Seven2 is an independent private equity firm specializing in financing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and intermediate-sized enterprises (ETIs) in France and continental Europe. The firm focuses on high-potential companies in sectors such as Technology & Telecommunications, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, and Services. Seven2 collaborates closely with entrepreneurs, providing them with the expertise, support, and financial backing necessary to achieve responsible and sustainable growth. The firm's investment strategy centers on companies with strong fundamentals and significant growth potential, aiming to drive transformation through strategic and operational changes. Seven2 manages several funds, including Apax MidMarket VIII, Apax MidMarket IX, Apax Development Fund, Apax Development Fund II, Seven2 MidMarket X, and Seven2 Duality, with assets under management totaling approximately €5 billion as of December 31, 2024. The firm has a team of around 85 employees, including over 40 dedicated to investments, operating across offices in Paris, Milan, Amsterdam, and Munich. In June 2025, Thomas de Villeneuve was appointed Chairman and CEO of Seven2, succeeding Eddie Misrahi. Under his leadership, the firm launched its new flagship fund, Seven2 MidMarket Fund XI (MMXI), targeting a size of €1.6 billion. This fund focuses on majority investments in mid-sized companies across continental Europe, particularly in the B2B Technology and Services sectors. Seven2's commitment to responsible investment is further demonstrated by its voluntary ESG approach, having joined the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) in 2011 and allocating dedicated resources to coordinate its ESG policy.
Investment Focus
- Strong fundamentals
- High growth potential
- Sectors: Technology & Telecommunications, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Services
- Geographical focus: France and continental Europe
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Seven2 invest in?
Seven2 invests in Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Telecommunications and Services, and is based in Paris 08, France. Seven2 is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Seven2 invest at?
Seven2 backs companies at Growth and Buyout, writing cheques of 50M - 500M.
Which regions does Seven2 invest in?
Seven2 invests across United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Switzerland and Spain.
Who are the partners at Seven2?
Team members listed for Seven2 include Guillaume Cousseran (Managing Partner, Investor Relations) and Avidan Geissmann (Managing Director - Investor Relations - Private Wealth).
What companies has Seven2 invested in?
Seven2's portfolio includes Efficy, Groupe Crystal, InfoVista, Mentaal Beter, Marlink and Vitaprotech.
How do I contact Seven2?
Seven2'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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