Capital Grand Est

What is Capital Grand Est?

Capital Grand Est is an investment company serving the Grand Est region in France. Their policy involves utilizing various investment funds to support companies at different stages of development within this geographical area. Led by a team of experienced professionals, the firm is committed to the active accompaniment of startups and growing small and medium-sized enterprises across all sectors.

Capital Grand Est operates with a philosophy that combines active support, benevolence, rigor, sharing, listening, development, regional anchoring, and international influence.

These values drive their strategies and are integral in their interactions with portfolio companies, as well as within their team.

The investment approach emphasizes human encounters and journeys with today's and tomorrow's business leaders. Throughout their operations, Capital Grand Est maintains a portfolio of 35 companies, manages capital upwards of €220 million, and has successfully completed 25 divestitures. The firm takes pride in the success of its start-up investments and the productive employment opportunities created, boasting over 1,181 employees across their participations.

Capital Grand Est’s recent notable investments include a €13 million funding round in SUPERBRANCHE, a Strasbourg-based startup pioneering in superparamagnetic nanoparticles and nanotechnology's application in cancer treatment, and a €18 million raise for Keey Aerogel, a DeepTech-labeled silica aerogel specialist.

Alongside financial support, the firm offers strategic guidance and resources to ensure the regional and international growth of their investee companies.

In addition, Capital Grand Est is supported and trusted by institutional investors and entrepreneurs who actively partner with the firm.