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Founders Future: Transatlantic venture studio and VC firm providing funding for early-stage AI-first tech startups across Europe and the US.
Founders Future is a transatlantic venture capital firm and venture studio based in Paris, France, that provides funding and operational support to early-stage technology startups. The firm currently manages €300 million in assets under management across multiple early-stage and growth funds, having invested in 110 companies to date with a stated goal of reaching €1 billion in assets by 2030. Operating across sectors such as artificial intelligence, climate technology, and financial technology, the organization recently expanded its footprint by opening a San Francisco office to facilitate United States investments. Its investment portfolio features technology companies including the AI search engine Perplexity, Lydia, and Alma. Additionally, the firm recently sold a 25% stake in its holding company to institutional investors like MACSF and the CMA CGM Group. Founders Future was established in 2018 by Marc Menasé.
Key people at Founders Future.
# Founders Future: A Transatlantic Platform for AI-First Entrepreneurs
Founders Future is a transatlantic tech investment platform dedicated to supporting a new generation of AI-first entrepreneurs. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Paris, the firm has rapidly expanded its footprint to San Francisco, positioning itself at the intersection of European and American innovation ecosystems. Its mission centers on backing visionary founders who challenge the status quo and aim to create multi-generational impact through technology.
The firm’s investment philosophy emphasizes early-stage support—primarily seed and Series A rounds—with a focus on continued financing throughout a startup’s lifecycle. Founders Future invests across a broad spectrum of sectors, including software, fintech, AI & deep tech, healthtech, e-commerce, and consumer goods. With over 140 investments and 21 successful exits, the firm has established itself as a key player in nurturing startups that are shaping the future of technology. Its transatlantic approach enables it to connect founders, investors, and resources across continents, amplifying the global reach and impact of the companies it backs.
Founded in 2018 by Marc Menasé, Founders Future began as a Paris-based venture capital firm with a clear vision: to empower bold entrepreneurs building transformative technologies. Early on, the firm distinguished itself by backing startups like Lydia, Alma, Taster, and Swan—many of which became household names in the European tech scene. Over time, Founders Future evolved from a regional player into a global platform, driven by the conviction that the next wave of innovation would be led by AI-native companies.
The firm’s expansion accelerated in 2025 with the opening of its San Francisco office, marking a strategic pivot toward a transatlantic model. This move was reinforced by the appointment of Dulcie fforde and Jonathan Karlson to lead U.S. operations, and the creation of Founders Future Inc., allowing direct investment in American startups. The firm also sold a 25% stake in its holding company to prominent investors like MACSF, the Dassault family, and CMA CGM Group, signaling strong institutional confidence in its growth trajectory.
Founders Future is riding the wave of the global AI boom, a trend that is reshaping industries from healthcare to finance to consumer tech. The timing of its transatlantic expansion is critical, as AI-first companies increasingly require access to both European and American talent, capital, and markets. By connecting these ecosystems, Founders Future is helping to accelerate the pace of innovation and reduce the friction that often hinders cross-border growth.
Market forces are working in its favor: the rise of remote work, the globalization of venture capital, and the increasing importance of AI in every sector. Founders Future’s platform enables startups to navigate complex regulatory environments, tap into diverse talent pools, and scale more efficiently. In doing so, the firm is not just funding companies—it’s shaping the future of how technology is built and deployed across continents.
Founders Future is poised to become a defining force in the global venture capital landscape. With its ambitious goal of reaching €1 billion in assets under management by 2030 and the launch of a transatlantic growth fund in 2026, the firm is set to deepen its impact on the AI and tech ecosystems. As AI continues to evolve and startups demand more sophisticated, global support, Founders Future’s integrated, mission-driven approach will be increasingly valuable.
The future of venture capital is transatlantic, and Founders Future is leading the charge. By backing AI-first entrepreneurs and connecting the best of Europe and the U.S., the firm is not just investing in startups—it’s investing in the future of technology itself.
Key people at Founders Future.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2026 | Bon Vivant | $37.7M Series A | Alven | Blast.Club, Bpifrance, Captech, Sofinnova Ventures, Sparkfood |
| Feb 11, 2026 | getinside | $2.4M Seed | La Poste Ventures | 50 Partners, Clover, Swiss Post Ventures |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Campsider | $1.8M Other Equity | 50 Partners, Founders Future | Sowefund |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Cashmere | $5.0M Seed | James Kim | Fortitude Ventures, Ingram Content Group, LightShed Ventures, Naver, Pearson Ventures |
| Nov 11, 2025 | EVE | $2.0M Pre-Seed | Simon Chan | Acquisition.com, Andreessen Horowitz, Geek Ventures, Punch Capital, Silicon Gardens |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Volta | $5.8M Other Equity | Thomas Cuvelier | Pascal Houillon, Emblem, Robin Capital |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Metreecs | $3.2M Seed | — | Bpifrance, Kima Ventures, Monte Carlo Capital, Y Combinator |
| Sep 1, 2025 | Qovery | $13.0M Series A | Anais Monlong | Alven, Amplo, backtrace capital, Chausson Partners, Contrary Capital, Crane Venture Partners, Aniq Kassam, Gutter Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Matrix, Mosaic Ventures, Pareto Holdings, Passion Capital, Yousuf Khan, Alexis Le-Quoc, Amirhossein Malekzadeh, Gokul Rajaram, Harsh Sinha, Jaan Tallinn, Kaarel Kotkas, Mark Cuban, Markus Villig, Michael Rapino, Ott Kaukver, Richard Branson, Valentine Baudouin, Olivier Pomel, Sebastien Pahl, Irregular Expressions, Speedinvest, Techstars |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Massive Dynamic | $4.0M Seed | Seedcamp | Roxanne Varza, Kima Ventures, New Renaissance Ventures, OPRTRS, Purple, Tiny VC |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Spiko | $21.0M Series A | Julia Andre | Accel, Athletico Ventures, Cocoa, First Round Capital, Frontline Ventures, Insight Partners, Khosla Ventures, LocalGlobe, MMC Ventures, Point Nine Capital, Seedcamp, Stride VC, Adrien Montfort, Charlie Songhurst, Claire Hughes Johnson, Frederic Montagnon, Harsh Sinha, Jean Charles Samuelian, Valentine Baudouin, Jean-Luc Robert, Lionel Assant, Nikolay Storonsky, Zach Abrams, Blockwall, Bpifrance, Frst, Rerail, White Star Capital |
| Jun 1, 2025 | wilgo.ai | $7.0M Seed | — | Simon Dawlat, Thibaud Hug de Larauze |
| May 1, 2025 | Veesion | $43.0M Series B | — | 50 Partners Impact, White Star Capital, Tuan Tran, Odyss Venture, Luc-Emmanuel Barreau, Verve Ventures |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Moonwatt | $9.4M Other Equity | Daphni, Founders Future, LEA Partners | — |
| Mar 1, 2025 | Moonwatt | $8.0M Seed | Daphni | Motier Ventures, Guillaume Princen |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Volta | $6.0M Seed | Emblem | 7percent Ventures, Boost Capital Partners, Crosslink Capital, ENIAC Ventures, Entrepreneur First, Exor Ventures, Maveron, Pareto Holdings, RTP Global, Stellar Capital, Alexander Zhuravlev, Alex Zhuravlev, Mandeep Singh, Rene Reinsberg, Andreessen Horowitz, Robin Capital, Sequoia Capital |
| Sep 1, 2024 | YOUTH | $1.0M Seed | — | Antler, Athletico Ventures, Cocoa, P101, Walden Catalyst Ventures, Adrien Montfort, Frederic Montagnon, Harsh Sinha, Jean Charles Samuelian, Konstantin Othmer, Valentine Baudouin |
| Sep 1, 2024 | Dntro | $800K Seed | — | ISAI, XAnge, Alexandre Prot, Didier Valet, Maxime Paradis, Raphael Vullierme, Steve Anavi |
| Jul 1, 2024 | Sekai Studio | $11.0M Seed | — | Accel, Dawn Capital, Felix Capital, Motier Ventures, Pareto Holdings, Seven Seven Six, Stellar Capital, Sunset Ventures, Upfront Ventures, Adrien Montfort, Alexis Bonillo, Ameet Patel, Charles Gorintin, Cristóbal Conde, Jean Charles Samuelian, Jeremy Yap, Laurent Ritter, Leore Avidar, Mathilde Collin, Nicolas Brusson, Nicolas Julia, Romain Niccoli |
| Jun 1, 2024 | Omi | $14.0M Series A | Dawn Capital | Alpha Intelligence Capital, Motier Ventures, Pareto Holdings, Alexis Bonillo |
| Jun 1, 2024 | Spiko | $4.0M Seed | Frst | 360 Capital Partners, Athletico Ventures, Cocoa, Motier Ventures, NewFund, XAnge, Adrien Montfort, Frederic Montagnon, Harsh Sinha, Jean Charles Samuelian, Jonathan Widawski, Nicolas Steegmann, Sebastien Borget, Thibaud Elziere, Valentine Baudouin, Nicolas Bacca, Blockwall, Bpifrance, Financière Saint James, Kima Ventures |
| Jun 1, 2024 | LOST iN | $4.0M Seed | MaC Venture Capital | Anthemis Group, Galaxy Digital, Hawke Ventures, Kombo Ventures, LAUNCH, REMUS Capital, Didier Valet, Griffin Johnson, Guillaume Lestrade, John Kobs, Laurent Ritter, Luca Ascani, Romain Afflelou |
| Feb 14, 2024 | Daze | $16.1M Series A | Marino Giocondi | 035 Investimenti, Svetoslava Georgieva, PranaVentures, SIMEST |
| Feb 8, 2024 | Ezra AI | $21.0M Other Equity | Rick Heitzmann, Amir Dan Rubin | Anne Wojcicki, Esther Dyson, Lord David Prior, Vlad Tenev, Accomplice, Allianz Life Ventures, Credo Ventures, Gaingels, LDV Capital, Mana Ventures, Republic, Seedcamp |
| Feb 1, 2024 | Guided Energy | $5.0M Seed | — | 2048 Ventures, AngelPad, Creandum, Dynamo Ventures, Entrepreneur First, FirstMark Capital, Pareto Holdings, Point Nine Capital, Redpoint Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Spark Capital, Thomvest Ventures, Trajectory Ventures, TSVC Capital, Ulu Ventures, XFactor Ventures, Anna Alex, Chris Murphy, Claire Hughes Johnson, Daniel Krauss, Eric Ver Ploeg, Jeppe Rindom, Ning Sung, Shane Curran, Valentine Baudouin |
| Jan 30, 2024 | Welfaire | $3.3M Seed | Daphni | Philippe Mangematin, Marc Menase, Xavier Niel, Laurent Ritter |