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Holnest

Holnest

Overview

Holnest is the family office of Jean-Michel Aulas, 100% owned by the Aulas family. It is managed by Jean-Michel Aulas, Patrick Bertrand, and Alexandre Aulas. Holnest invests in various sectors including digital technology, B2B, B2BtoC, sports/leisure, and real estate. The firm operates through several investment arms: 'Venture' via its angel investor group 'Club Holnest' which focuses on pre-seed to pre-series A startups, 'Capital Developpement' for more established companies, and direct holdings in sports and real estate, such as the LDLC Arena.

Portfolio Companies

17

Website

holnest.fr

Investments

Holnest investments
CompanyDateStageLead
EagrFeb 2026SeedCo-investor
Sim&CureNov 2024Series A ExtensionCo-investor
LetxbeOct 2024Pre SeedLead
OnafisJul 2024VC RoundCo-investor
DealtorsJun 2024Series ACo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Investment Activity

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersFrance
Year FoundedN/A

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