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The Moon Venture

Europe, Bretagne, France, Rennes

Description

The Moon Venture is a prominent angel investor community based in Rennes, France, operating as a syndicate that pools capital and expertise from its network of investors and entrepreneurs. Established with the mission to identify and back promising startups, the group focuses primarily on early-stage companies, specifically targeting seed and Series A funding rounds. Their model emphasizes a collaborative approach, with members regularly convening to evaluate potential investment opportunities and make collective decisions, leveraging their diverse backgrounds and industry insights.

The syndicate typically deploys an average check size ranging from $100,000 to $300,000 per investment, making them a significant early-stage capital provider in the French ecosystem. This strategic investment range allows them to support startups in their critical initial growth phases, helping them scale operations and achieve key milestones. The Moon Venture is particularly interested in innovative ventures across various sectors, demonstrating a broad investment thesis aimed at fostering the next generation of successful companies.

Beyond capital, The Moon Venture aims to provide strategic guidance and access to a valuable network for its portfolio companies. Their commitment to nurturing startups is reflected in their publicly disclosed investments, which include notable companies such as Foodles, a corporate catering solution; Kard, a fintech platform; Welyb, a digital platform for accountants; and Pimpant, a sustainable consumer brand. With a strong presence and over 1,300 followers on LinkedIn, The Moon Venture continues to grow its community and impact, solidifying its position as a key player in the French venture capital landscape.

Investor Profile

The Moon Venture has backed more than 23 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 18 rounds, about 78% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, E-Commerce, SaaS.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $300K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (65%)
  • Series A (22%)
  • Series Unknown (9%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)

Country Focus

  • France (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • E-commerce
  • Saas
  • Real Estate
  • Internet
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Information Technology
  • Financial Services
  • Health Care
  • Gift
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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 The Moon Venture frequently co-invest with?

RC
Europe, Westminster, United Kingdom, Mayfair
Co-Investments: 1
E
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 1
BU
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
AMAVI Capital
Europe, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium, Eke
Co-Investments: 1
Anaxago
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Axeleo Capital
Europe, Rhone-Alpes, France, Lyon
Co-Investments: 1
CapHorn Invest
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Kima Ventures
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 4
MI
Europe, Haute-Normandie, France, Rouen
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does The Moon Venture often collaborate with?

SG
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by The Moon Venture?

DeepHawk

Cesson-sévigné, Bretagne, France

Next Generation AI applied to visual quality control in the manufacturing industry

Software
Pre SeedNov 30, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,375,140
OuiLive

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

OuiLive provide application that offer educational and interactive content.

CollaborationConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
Series UnknownNov 7, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,619,341
Ramdam

Saint-mandé, Ile-de-France, France

Magically Streamline Creator Content Creation

SaaS
SeedOct 22, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,150,000
Quantiq.io

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Quantiq is an AI video-based health monitoring solution that transforms any webcam or smartphone into a medical device.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
SeedJun 14, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,715,617
Otami

Pau, Aquitaine, France

Otami is an innovative startup that specializes in bakery and restaurant management software.

Software
SeedJun 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $868,219
BrightClue

Cesson-sévigné, Bretagne, France

We are a DeepTech company specialized in the analysis of technical databases using DL and ML algorithms.

3D TechnologyArtificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveIndustrialInformation TechnologyManufacturingProduct DesignSoftware
SeedMay 28, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,085,129
Panopli

Saint-ouen, Ile-de-France, France

Panopli is a simple and responsible customization service that makes it easy to manage goodies and team clothes.

E-CommerceGiftInternet
Series AJan 31, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,241,337
Social Direct

Vannes, Bretagne, France

La solution digital qui facilite le recour à l'assistant social dans les entreprises

Social ImpactSoftware
SeedDec 11, 2023
Amount Raised: $538,268
Alobees

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Alobees is a French startup providing construction companies with a digital solution for the management of their sites.

AndroidConstructionConsumer ApplicationsiOSMobile AppsSoftware
SeedNov 10, 2023
Amount Raised: $534,875
Klaxo

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Klaxo is an all-in-one software that allows driving schools to save time, simplify their operations, and save money.

Business Information SystemsSoftware
SeedSep 29, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,058,033