Alven is an independent early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2000 by Guillaume Aubin and Charles Letourneur. Based in Paris, the firm has raised seven funds over 25 years, growing from an initial €8M fund to a €350M sixth fund in 2022—the largest early-stage fund raised in France at the time. Alven manages over €2B and has backed more than 250 startups across Europe. The firm partners with technical founders building software-driven companies, writing first cheques at seed and Series A. Portfolio companies include Qonto, Yubo, Gorgias, Typology, Kaiko, Archy, Kestra, and Generare. Alven emphasizes long-term support, typically holding investments for five years or more, and works hands-on with founders on growth, governance, and follow-on rounds. Alven integrates ESG considerations throughout its investment process, with a focus on gender equality and climate action, and has published climate reports detailing its sustainability commitments.

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