Otium Capital Overview
Founded in 2009 by Pierre-Édouard Stérin, Otium Capital is a private investment holding company based in France. The firm invests in companies at all stages of development, from seed funding to growth capital, taking either majority or minority stakes without holding period constraints. Otium Capital focuses on sectors such as technology, industrials, leisure, healthcare, hospitality, and real estate. As of April 2024, the firm managed €1.5 billion in assets across more than 100 investments, including stakes in companies like Smartbox, PayFit, and Owkin. In 2023, Otium invested €190 million and aimed to invest €300 million in 2024. The firm has achieved an annual internal rate of return (IRR) of 25% since 2015. Otium Capital also contributes to philanthropic initiatives through the Fonds du Bien Commun, supporting social and associative entrepreneurs.
Is Otium Capital the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Otium Capital, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Otium Capital
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
Stages
Seed, Series A, Series B or later
First ticket size
€2,000,000 - €200,000,000
How to approach funds like Otium Capital
When engaging Otium Capital, founders should highlight their long-term vision and demonstrate how their business can scale across diverse sectors. Otium values entrepreneurs who show resilience and adaptability, especially those with a clear path to sustainable growth and operational excellence. Emphasize your team's ability to execute and your openness to collaborative, hands-on support, as Otium often partners closely with portfolio companies to drive value creation beyond capital.
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