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ODYSSEE VENTURE

Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris

Description

ODYSSEE VENTURE is a prominent French venture capital and private equity firm based in Paris. Established in 1999, the firm has a long-standing history of investing in innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors. They manage over €350 million (approximately $378 million) in assets, demonstrating significant financial capacity. Their investment strategy encompasses both early-stage venture capital and later-stage growth equity, providing capital solutions throughout a company's lifecycle.

The firm primarily targets high-growth French companies, supporting their development and expansion. With a portfolio exceeding 150 companies since its inception, ODYSSEE VENTURE has a broad and diverse investment track record. They are known for their hands-on approach, often providing strategic guidance and operational support to their portfolio companies in addition to capital. Their focus on innovation spans various industries, including but not limited to technology, healthcare, and industrial sectors.

ODYSSEE VENTURE typically deploys initial investment tickets ranging from €500,000 to €5 million. This translates to approximately $540,000 to $5.4 million in U.S. dollars, catering to a wide range of funding needs from early-stage rounds to significant growth capital. The firm has successfully raised multiple funds, including Odyssee Venture 5, which closed at €80 million in 2018, and Odyssee Venture 6, which secured €100 million in 2021. They are currently in the process of raising Odyssee Venture 7, indicating continued commitment to the French entrepreneurial ecosystem and expansion of their investment capabilities.

Investor Profile

ODYSSEE VENTURE has backed more than 80 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 59 rounds, about 74% of its total and boasts 34 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Private Equity rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Internet.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $540K – $5.4M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (38%)
  • Series A (21%)
  • Private Equity (13%)
  • Seed (13%)
  • Series B (8%)
  • Series C (6%)
  • Series D (1%)
  • Debt Financing (1%)

Country Focus

  • France (98%)
  • United States (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Internet
  • Medical
  • Analytics
  • Health Care
  • Saas
  • Cloud Computing
  • Big Data
  • Medical Device
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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 ODYSSEE VENTURE frequently co-invest with?

Supernova Invest
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Ventech
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Innovacom
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
Societe Generale Asset Management
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
Apicap
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
KREAXI
Europe, Rhone-Alpes, France, Limonest
Co-Investments: 3
Cemag Invest
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 5
Siparex Groupe
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Auriga Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does ODYSSEE VENTURE often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1
BL
Europe, France
Shared Deals: 1
NP
Europe, France
Shared Deals: 1
BQ
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Levallois-perret
Shared Deals: 1
PD
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Joinville-le-pont
Shared Deals: 1
BL
North America, Panama, Panama, Panama City
Shared Deals: 1
FH
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by ODYSSEE VENTURE?

Veesion

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Veesion is a developer of intelligent video surveillance software to facilitate the detection of gestures associated with shoplifting.

InternetSoftware
Series BMay 21, 2025
Amount Raised: $43,000,000
Terratis

Montpellier, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Terratis company uses the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) to reduce the populations of tiger mosquitoes and agricultural pests.

BiotechnologyHealth DiagnosticsMedical
SeedMar 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,625,257
Circle Safe

Aubagne, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

Circle Safe is a manufacturing company that offers solutions for diaphragmatic paralysis in rhythmology.

ManufacturingMedicalMedical Device
Series UnknownFeb 5, 2025
Amount Raised: $8,331,181
Copains

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Copains is a bakery that produces a wide variety of pastry and confectionery items intended to offer a healthy eating approach.

BakeryConfectioneryFood and Beverage
Series UnknownDec 15, 2024
Diabeloop

Grenoble, Rhone-Alpes, France

Diabeloop is a medical device company for diabetes and closed-loop system.

Clinical TrialsHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Series UnknownMar 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $16,281,236
Leader Print

Lyon, Rhone-Alpes, France

Leader Print specializes in large-format digital printing, offering tailored visual communication solutions.

Graphic DesignPrinting
Series UnknownNov 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,045,806
Interstis

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Interstis is a software tool that allows its users to collaborate with the team to share information, project tracking and communication.

AppsDigital MediaSoftware
Series AJun 2, 2023
eXplain

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

AI to revolutionalize how companies do business with governments

AnalyticsBig DataBusiness IntelligenceInformation TechnologyInfrastructureMachine LearningPoliticsSoftware
Series AApr 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $6,544,067
Evoliz

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Evoliz is the ideal and most adapted tool on the market to build an online offer.

AccountingSaaSSoftware
Series UnknownJan 19, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,250,049
Meelo

Marcq-en-baroeul, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France

Meelo is a SAAS solution against risk and fraud.

Customer ServiceCyber SecurityFinancial ServicesSaaS
Series ADec 12, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,162,709