
ACG Management
Description
ACG Management is an independent asset management firm based in Marseille, France, with a strong focus on unlisted equity investments across various stages. Established over two decades ago, the firm has built a significant presence in the French private equity and innovation capital landscape. They are authorized by the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) and specialize in providing capital to French small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and innovative startups.
The firm operates primarily through two distinct investment strategies: Capital Investissement (Private Equity) and Capital Innovation (Innovation Capital). Their Private Equity arm targets unlisted French SMEs and mid-cap companies (ETIs) that are in development or transmission phases, typically deploying investment tickets ranging from €1 million to €10 million. This strategy supports more mature businesses seeking growth capital or ownership transitions.
Conversely, their Innovation Capital division is dedicated to financing innovative startups with high growth potential, primarily focusing on seed and early development stages. For these early-stage ventures, ACG Management typically provides investment tickets between €500,000 and €3 million. This dual approach allows them to cover a broad spectrum of the "small caps" segment, from nascent technology companies to established, growing businesses.
ACG Management boasts substantial assets under management, exceeding €1.6 billion, and has a proven track record, having financed over 300 companies throughout its history. Their multi-regional approach, combined with deep local market knowledge, positions them as a key financial partner for French businesses aiming for expansion and innovation. The firm's long-standing experience and diverse investment capabilities underscore its commitment to fostering economic development within the French entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Investor Profile
ACG Management has backed more than 49 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 11 rounds, about 22% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in France, Madagascar.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Health Care, Biotechnology.
- Typical check size: $540K – $3.2M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (47%)
- Seed (16%)
- Series C (12%)
- Series A (12%)
- Series B (8%)
- Private Equity (4%)
Country Focus
- France (98%)
- Madagascar (2%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Health Care
- Biotechnology
- Manufacturing
- Medical Device
- Consumer Goods
- Mobile
- E-commerce
- Life Science
- Sports
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