Ternel Overview
Ternel, formerly known as MAIF Avenir, is a Paris-based venture capital firm dedicated to supporting early-stage tech innovators tackling pressing global challenges. The firm focuses on investments that aim to restore the planet, foster well-being, and empower communities. Ternel's investment strategy is inspired by regenerative business models, seeking to balance financial performance with positive environmental and social impact. The firm typically invests in European startups at the seed to Series A stages, with investment amounts ranging from €500,000 to €5 million. Ternel is co-led by managing partners Mohamed Abdesslam and Timothée Poulain and operates as the VC arm of Capital Croissance, a leading entrepreneurs' club for fast-growing SMEs.
Is Ternel 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 Ternel, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Ternel
Investment focus
Invest in
- Baltics
- Nordics
- Western Europe
- Southern Europe
- Central Eastern Europe
Stages
Seed, Series A
First ticket size
€500,000 - €5,000,000
How to approach funds like Ternel
When reaching out to Ternel, highlight how your startup’s mission and business model drive measurable impact in environmental or social domains, especially if your solution demonstrates scalability and a clear path to both financial and regenerative outcomes. Articulate the systemic change your technology enables, and be prepared to discuss traction or pilots that validate your approach. Ternel values founders who can credibly link purpose with performance and who are committed to long-term, sustainable growth.
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