Future Positive Capital

Future Positive Capital is a Paris-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in deep technology companies that aim to generate significant positive societal and environmental impact. Co-founded by Alexandre Vellin and Michael Baum, the firm distinguishes itself by backing startups that leverage cutting-edge scientific and engineering breakthroughs to address some of the world's most pressing challenges. Their investment philosophy is rooted in the belief that technological innovation, when guided by a strong ethical compass, can be a powerful force for good.

The firm primarily targets Seed and Series A stage companies across a diverse range of deep tech sectors. These include artificial intelligence, biotechnology, new materials, robotics, space technology, quantum computing, and climate tech. Future Positive Capital seeks out founders who are not only building groundbreaking technologies but are also deeply committed to creating solutions with measurable positive outcomes, aligning financial returns with a broader mission of global betterment.

Future Positive Capital successfully closed its inaugural fund, Fund I, at €100 million in October 2023, demonstrating strong investor confidence in their impact-driven deep tech strategy. From this fund, the firm has already made approximately 18 investments, supporting a portfolio of innovative companies. They typically deploy first cheques ranging from €500,000 to €5 million, which translates to approximately $540,000 to $5,400,000 USD, depending on the prevailing exchange rates. This strategic capital deployment enables them to support early-stage ventures through critical development phases, helping them scale their technologies and amplify their positive impact on the world.