One conviction.
One single agenda.
Raphaël built his career investing in innovative companies across three complementary organizations.
Bpifrance operator (SATT) dedicated to innovation in the Île-de-France region. Structured investments in industrial deeptech projects and supported 20+ innovative companies in their deployment and growth.
France's leading business angel network with 200+ members. Promoted from Investment Associate to Executive Director in under two years. Portfolio of 30+ startups, €5M deployed annually, overseeing everything from sourcing to exits and portfolio management.
Steering the investment strategy of a pan-European B2B tech acceleration fund (2,500+ business angels and mentors), with a portfolio of 40+ companies under active management.
100+ companies invested in and supported.
6+ years of seed-stage investment experience. 100+ companies invested in and supported across France and Europe. Specializations: financial and strategic diagnostics, due diligence and capital structuring, seed and growth stage fundraising, M&A, and governance issues.
- INSEECVenture Finance & Corporate Law (France & UK)
- UCLCorporate Finance (Danemark)
Founders inherently lack an ally—a true second-in-command during the moments that matter. Someone who tells them the truth, directly and without a hidden agenda, and who stands by their side until they succeed. This is exactly the gap Seichō fills. Deliberate growth—the kind that makes sense for you.