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Elevation Capital Partners

Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris

Description

Elevation Capital Partners, operating as the private equity arm of the broader Inter Invest Group, primarily through its entity Inter Invest Capital, is a Paris-based investment firm. The firm specializes in providing growth capital and supporting management buyouts for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors in France. Unlike typical early-stage venture capital firms, Elevation Capital Partners focuses on more mature companies that have already demonstrated significant potential and are poised for accelerated growth or market consolidation. Their strategy involves partnering closely with existing management teams to help execute ambitious development plans.

The firm's investment approach is centered on becoming a strategic partner rather than just a financial provider. They typically target companies seeking to expand their market share, optimize operations, or pursue external growth opportunities through acquisitions. Elevation Capital Partners is known for its flexible investment structures, adapting to the specific needs of each company. Their typical first cheque sizes range from €3 million to €15 million, which translates to approximately $3.24 million to $16.2 million USD, based on recent exchange rates. This substantial investment range underscores their commitment to providing significant capital for large-scale growth initiatives.

Elevation Capital Partners emphasizes a long-term perspective in its investments, aiming to create sustainable value for the companies they back. They leverage the extensive network and expertise of the Inter Invest Group to offer comprehensive support beyond just capital, including strategic guidance, operational improvements, and assistance with M&A activities. Their focus on French SMEs highlights a commitment to the domestic market, fostering economic development by empowering local businesses to achieve their full potential and compete on a broader scale.

Investor Profile

Elevation Capital Partners has backed more than 35 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 31 rounds, about 89% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, Switzerland.
  • Strong thematic focus on Information Technology, Software, E-Commerce.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $3.2M – $16.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (57%)
  • Seed (26%)
  • Series Unknown (14%)
  • Series B (3%)

Country Focus

  • France (97%)
  • Switzerland (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Information Technology
  • Software
  • E-commerce
  • Renewable Energy
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Retail
  • Shopping
  • Internet
  • Social Media
  • Real Estate
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Elevation Capital Partners frequently co-invest with?

Founders Future
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Inter Invest
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Andera Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Citizen Capital
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
MAIF Avenir
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
BNP Paribas Développement
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Eiffel Investment Group
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Azora
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 1
BNP Paribas
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Elevation Capital Partners?

Vegetal Food

Morangis, Ile-de-France, France

Vegetal Food is a company that specializes in offering vegan snacks to specialty grocery stores, restaurants, and caterers.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingSnack Food
SeedFeb 28, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,245,395
Smile Wanted Group

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Smile Wanted Group specializes in the marketplace and performance-driven cookieless proprietary technology in real-time.

CommercialDigital Marketing
Series UnknownFeb 13, 2025
Amount Raised: $10,461,717
NeoLedge

Strasbourg, Alsace, France

NeoLedge is a software vendor, specializing in ECM solutions, Document digitization, Acquisition of information, EDM/EMM, BPM, etc.

Software
Series UnknownMar 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,344,681
kapptivate

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Top-notch synthetic monitoring tools to detect bugs before they reach your customers.

BankingMarketingMobilePayments
Series UnknownDec 7, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,236,941
mylight150

Jonage, Rhone-Alpes, France

Mylight150 create of a society in which people generates own electricity to ensure self-sufficiency and long-term abundance.

ManufacturingRenewable Energy
Series UnknownNov 30, 2023
Amount Raised: $108,934,954
FreemiumPlay

Bordeaux, Aquitaine, France

FreemiumPlay provides digital entertainment, but primarily giving users the option to share, explore, and enhance their experience.

Digital EntertainmentInternetSocial Media
SeedSep 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,157,693
IMPACT Plus

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

IMPACT Plus offers technology-driven carbon footprint optimization services of digital campaign to various brands and advertising companies.

Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInformation and Communications Technology (ICT)Sustainability
SeedJul 20, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,226,926
Smart Tribune

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Smart Tribune helps figuring out needs concerning digital customer relationships

Customer ServiceE-CommerceInformation TechnologyKnowledge Management
Series AMar 9, 2023
Amount Raised: $8,468,844
Audion

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Audion is an Adtech providing the most advanced audio platform for enterprise publishers

Advertising PlatformsAudioInternet RadioPodcast
Series ANov 15, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,214,500
InMyBelly

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

InMyBelly is a culinary group bringing together 8 brands for takeout and delivery.

Food DeliveryRestaurants
Series UnknownNov 4, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,497,375