Investments
Accelerating equity investments
in the creative economy
La French Touch leverages Bpifrance's expertise to accelerate equity investments in the creative economy
Bpifrance provides equity financing to creative companies through French Touch Capital, composed of teams of expert, experienced and passionate investors serving La French Touch.
What are the equity actions offered by Bpifrance?
With its unique positioning on the market, Bpifrance conducts equity operations throughout the companies' entire development path, as well as fund of funds.
VENTURE CAPITAL: to ensure the emergence of new brands or creative and innovative projects, and to support the development of Tech & Touch start-ups.
DEVELOPMENT CAPITAL: to develop and consolidate independents in the cultural and creative industries sector, the ETIs of tomorrow.
CAPITAL TRANSMISSION: to support the recovery of companies in the cultural and creative industries sector.
French Touch Capital is a long-term, minority investor that supports La French Touch companies with individual investments ranging from €500,000 to €10 million. Larger transactions can also be carried out by other Bpifrance divisions (Large Venture and Mid & Large Cap).
How to benefit from Bpifrance’s equity support?
To benefit from participation in your capital from Bpifrance, simply share your project with us on our contact form or get in touch with your regional Bpifrance business manager.
Participations
Music & Performing Arts
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French music streaming platform |
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Ticketing platform and digital solution to help organizers of live events |
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Innovative platform for connecting music creators and curators |
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Tech solution for the distribution and promotion of musical catalogs |
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Intelligent cloud for audio professionals to improve artist workflow and discoverability |
Visual arts & Art de vivre
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European leader in decorative crafts |
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A world-renowned group of contemporary art galleries |
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Premium community-driven design brand |
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French furniture brand with timeless design created in 2015 |
Video games
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Global challenger in mid-publishing and video game accessories |
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Reference AA video game publisher A Plague Tale: Innocence, Vampyr |
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Video game development studio specializing in strategy games |
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IP-driven niche video game producer |
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Platform and adventure video game studio |
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AI-based 3D animation modeling technology solution for the video game industry |
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Community management and collaboration hub for video games |
Film & Audiovisual
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European leader in the production and distribution of fiction The Legends Office, In therapy |
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Committed and innovative film distributor |
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Producer of creative documentaries and immersive experiences |
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Credit institution dedicated to cultural industries |
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Film and audiovisual production in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
Fashion & Design
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Sunny ready-to-wear and leather goods brand founded by Simon Porte Jacquemus |
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Designer brand offering a creative and timeless wardrobe for men and women |
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Outdoor brand of premium technical clothing specializing in running |
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A high-end eyewear brand combining unique creative design, durability and 100% Made in France manufacturing |
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Label of sustainable bags & accessories |
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Leading cashmere brand |
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French brand specializing in shoes for men and women |
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Innovative textile made in France |
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Digital identity of luxury products based on a blockchain protocol |
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Upcycling of luxury materials x Deepetch |
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Biotech startup developing an alternative to conventional leather |
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Manufacturer of textile accessories for the footwear, fashion, sports and industrial sectors |
Edition
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Number 3 in publishing in France, leader of the Spirou comic book market, Lucky Luke |
Beauty
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Brand of natural care products made in France | |
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Brand of hygiene, care and household products, eco-refillable and Made in France |
Cultural heritage
| CULTURAL HERITAGE | ||
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Immersive cultural experiences in virtual reality | |
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A company developing augmented reality solutions for cultural sites in the form of on-site tablets or traveling exhibitions. | |
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Leader in artificial intelligence solutions for cultural institutions | |
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AI-powered mobile app to discover, find and collect contemporary art |
Participations sold
| FILM & AUDIOVISUAL |
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The social media platform for the new generations |
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Multiplexes for medium-sized cities | |
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Leader in film and series dubbing | |
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The great auteur cinema and the cinema experience of the future | |
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Independent leader in the export of auteur cinema 120 bpm, Son of Saul, Thank God |
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| FASHION & CREATION |
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Brand founded by Christophe Lemaire offering a minimalist, timeless and sophisticated wardrobe |
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Brand founded by Alexandre Mattiussi offering a Parisian, chic and urban wardrobe | |
| BEAUTY |
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Cosmetics for men clean & made in France |
| VISUAL ARTS & LIFESTYLE ARTS |
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Made in France candles for luxury brands |
| MUSIC & LIVE PERFORMANCE |
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Leading manufacturer of wind instruments Made in France (for major orchestras) |
Spotlight on...
the Tech fund
& Touch
The Tech & Touch fund, deployed by Bpifrance and the
French Touch is a seed capital and venture capital fund aimed at startups in the cultural and creative industries.
Funded as part of the France 2030 plan and managed by the General Secretariat for Investment, in conjunction with the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the Ministry of Culture, the Banque des Territoires, and the IFCIC, it invests in companies combining creativity and technological innovation. It makes direct minority investments (Pre-Seed to Series C) in cultural and creative startups and indirect investments (funds of funds). Tech & Touch covers various cultural sectors in France, including transformation and innovation issues such as AI, VR, blockchain, and Industry 4.0.