The conversation provides a deeper understanding of the mechanics of early-stage and growth venture capital, as well as Founders Future’s unique approach, which combines financial support with operational guidance to maximize value creation in innovative companies.

The discussion provides a clear understanding of private debt funds, how they operate, the different types of financing (mezzanine, unitranche, flex equity), and their essential role in financing French SMEs. The goal of this episode is to provide an educational perspective on alternative financing strategies and the role of private debt funds in portfolio diversification, while incorporating an Article 9 ESG approach for positive environmental and social impact.

In an environment where megadeals are struggling to regain momentum, one conviction stands out: today, sustainable value creation is happening in the mid-market. SMEs and mid-sized companies, often family-owned, regionally anchored, and financially disciplined, provide fertile ground for active strategies—where value creation depends above all on execution. The available levers are clear: international expansion, digital transformation, operational optimization, buy-and-bu