Petit Poucet

About The Fund

Petit Poucet is a Paris-based venture capital firm that specializes in investments within the mobile, media, retail, and information technology sectors. Established in 2001, they focus on providing financial support and fostering growth for innovative startups in these industries. With a strategic investment approach, Petit Poucet offers capital funding of up to 3,240,000 euros for each selected venture. Beyond financial assistance, they boast a tight-knit community of former laureates who have benefitted from the firm's backing, creating a network of successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders who have been intimately associated with Petit Poucet, including founders of notable firms like Theodo, French Food Capital, and LH AVIATION. They also manage a fund called 'Fonds de dotation', indicating their sustainable approach to investment, which ensures a means of long-term support for their portfolio companies. The firm's website features success stories of Petit Poucet's alumni, portraying a snapshot of the positive impact they've had on the careers of entrepreneurs across various cohorts ranging from 2006 to recent years. Not only does Petit Poucet select companies through a meticulous vetting process, but they also run a competition known as 'Le concours Petit Poucet', which reinforces their commitment to discover and elevate the next generation of entrepreneurial talent.