Serena is a Paris-based venture capital firm founded in 2008 by a team of former entrepreneurs. The firm manages a €1 billion investment program and invests from pre-seed through Series A, writing first checks ranging from €100K to €15 million. Serena operates through a dual investment–operating model, combining investment teams with sector specialists and the Serena Squad community to provide hands-on support in product, structuring, and international growth. Serena's early-growth strategy (Serena IV, €200M fund) focuses on Applied AI and Energy Transition, while its pre-seed and seed efforts target three pillars: Infrastructures via Serena Data Ventures II (modern data stack, AI, open-source, blockchain, quantum), Impact through Racine² (environment, education, well-being), and Consumer Innovation. The firm backs 15–20 teams per year, preferring to lead or co-lead rounds, and aims to build global category leaders rather than pursue early exits. Notable portfolio companies include Dataiku (unicorn), Electra, Descartes Underwriting, LaFourchette (acquired by TripAdvisor for $140M), and AramisAuto (acquired by Peugeot).

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