Open/Close main menu Fortune favors the Bold « Audentes Fortuna Iuvat » Fortune favors the Bold « Audentes Fortuna Iuvat » Who we are We are the venture capital fund of L’Oréal We invest in new and disruptive business models in marketing, digital, R&D, communication, supply chain, packaging and we support startups with the L’Oréal global ecosystem Learn more about us What we invest in Brands & services to brands Upcoming or established brands with a unique positioning and business model looking for a strategic partner New digital services enhancing customer and brand experience Technology breakthrough New Actives, Ingredients, Materials, Smart Devices, Biotech Solutions, Green Chemistry Business enabler Innovation that helps improve management of Supply, Manufacturing, Retail, IT, HR and Big Data We are particularly interested in the following 10 areas Sustainable Beauty Personalized Beauty Clean Natural Beauty Health & Wellness New Aging Solutions New Beauty for New Generation Data Management Beauty Tech Multicultural Beauty Green Science It’s not only about money We bring Unrivalled expertise and leadership in the beauty sector Contacts and door-opening Without interfering in your company and its governance “In short we give you access to our ecosystem and our best experts. If you wish to meet our Director of Innovation or our Head of Business Development: just ask.” Our BOLD manifesto Bold and Believer We are interested in disruptors and innovators as we believe they will shape and lead tomorrow’s beauty industry. If you have a brillant idea in mind, please contact us. We pledge to be BOLD enough to support you A tailor-made approach We will adapt to your needs, offering you access to our best experts whatever your stage of development Long-term We never think short-term, as every investment is strategic Respect (+help)ful We understand the needs of companies and guarantee the autonomy of their founder Open-minded and curious We want to learn from you as much as you learn from us Our investments BioTech France Creation 2011 Investment 2019 BioTech France Creation 2008 Investment 2019 Consumer Tech France Creation 2017 Investment 2018 Dermocosmetics Canada Creation 2009 Investment 2019 Data Management United Kingdom Creation 2017 Investment 2018 Social Commerce USA Creation 2016 Investment 2020 Water Tech Switzerland Creation 2016 Investment 2021 CEO testimonials for BOLD We are very proud to be the partner of the passionate entrepreneurs. Here are testimonials from our portfolio companies. Francis S. Maheu CEO and Co-Founder of Functionalab Group In BOLD and L’Oréal, we have found a strategic partner that goes beyond an investor, which is very refreshing and motivating. Their unique understanding of our industry, their focus on building the business and their long-term views make them unique in seeing the “bigger picture” and in their ability to add value. We always feel a strong alignment and their desire to support management in executing our plans and making our ambitions reality. We feel privileged to have them alongside us. Marc Delcourt CEO and Co-Founder of Global Bioenergies Since its investment into Global Bioenergies in June 2019, we experienced a permanent support from BOLD, who provided significant input in the permanent reevaluation of business options and reinforced our interactions with the L’Oréal Group, while taking care of preserving the company’s independence. We share the same values Passion, innovation, entrepreneurial spirit, open-mindedness, excellence, responsibility & principles Integrity, respect, courage, transparency The team Laurent Schmitt CEO Muriel Atias Chief Investment Officer Gouzelle Ishmatova Chief Strategy Officer Cyndie Guenoun Investment Director Corinne Benissan Executive Assistant Learn more about the team Contact us BOLD Business Opportunities for L’Oréal Development 41 rue Martre 92110 Clichy Apply now Resources We believe knowledge is power. Here are resources we curated for everyone to guide your endeavor. Learn more about resources https://www.linkedin.com/company/loreal-bold-ventures Connect with Us https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGmjQNJv2ARyJjJc-d42FAw Follow our channel https://www.instagram.com/lorealboldventures Follow @lorealboldventures Footer Terms of use Privacy policy Cookies Sitemap