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Provide finance to support the growth of young, innovative businesses in the Leather sector The Leather industry, thanks to the production of leather goods and footwear in particular, has long contributed to France’s reputation around the world, the embodiment of France’s finest products. But it is not only a question of image, powerfully driven by the leading luxury houses; the French leather sector is also an important economic force. It consists of 9 400 companies, generates 25 billion euros of turnover and has nearly 130 000 employees. More than ever, the automation generated by technology, the digital transformation, customization, environmental sustainability, the principle of transparency and the circular economy of models, plus marketing and communication are major agents for change. It is with this in mind, to dynamize the sector and prepare it for tomorrow’s big challenges, that CUIR INVEST wishes to offer financial support to the visionary entrepreneurs that are shaping the future. CUIR INVEST is an investment fund created to offer long-term support to the most promising young innovative businesses in the sector, while respecting the values that drive us.

We work with innovative partners to invest in, accelerate and incubate the most disruptive startups and pioneering founders. Our team of seasoned venture capitalists and operational partners empower smart capital and founders and put their startups on the path of faster and greater growth.

Burda Principal Investments (BPI) is a division of Hubert Burda Media which provides long term growth equity for fast growing digital technology and media companies. Hubert Burda Media is one of Europe’s largest media conglomerates with a strong investment track record in internet-centric businesses, since 1998. We have long been partners of visionary entrepreneurs, leveraging Burda’s capital, brands and sector expertise, particularly in the areas of business expansion, internationalization and localization. We are proud to have highly successful consumer internet companies in our portfolio from across Europe, the U.S. and Asia. In the past, Hubert Burda Media has also invested in internet platforms such as Etsy, , HolidayCheck, or Xing AG. Our team are dedicated and diverse investment professionals based in Munich, Berlin, London and Singapore.

55m Estonian VC fund, investing in early-stage European software startups with Consumer and Community components, including marketplaces, Consumer Tech and B2B companies with short sales cycles. Currently investing out of Fund II, launched in 2022. Investing in pre-seed, seed and early series A startups, with ticket size between 100k-1meur and follow-on capacity of up to 5meur. Investment team of 8 people with offices in Estonia, Finland and Germany.

White Star Capital is an international multi-stage technology investment manager built by a team of founders, investors and operators with a track record of entering new markets, expanding teams and exiting companies. Our approach to venture is characterized by a unique combination of international presence, perspective, and people. With offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, we partner closely with our founders to help them scale globally.

SATUS Starter is a venture capital focused on seed and series A investments between $ 100-1M in in Central and Eastern Europe. We are interested in AI & Big Data, SaaS, AR & VR, Industry 4.0, FinTech, blockchain, cybersecurity and marketplace startups.

HardGamma Ventures is a venture capital firm (VC) based in Warsaw, Poland, with a portfolio of investments domestically as well as abroad, including the UK (we are an investor in Techstars London) and the US. HardGamma is managed by a team with extensive experience in starting and developing technology companies as well as strategic business consulting. Hardgamma Ventures is focused on ICT (software, hardware, mobile).

V-Sharp Venture Studio is a venture capital company focused on early stage investments in Central and Eastern Europe. V-Sharp Venture Studio is an experienced investment group focusing on early-stage investments in logistics, e-commerce, and fintech, providing strategic guidance and support to founders.

We are a Venture Capital firm, shaping the future of commerce. At SPRING, we invest in tech enablers and B2B companies that provide innovative solutions to retailers and brands, including PoS management, in-store analytics, adtech, omnichannel solutions, payment, CRM, HR, and logistics. Additionally, we focus on new models of distribution such as social commerce, DNVB, ONVB, and marketplaces. Our investment approach relies on strong relationships with over 50 European (E-)Retailers, helping to drive the sales development of our portfolio companies.

Vox Capital is a venture capital firm investing in innovative French companies, providing funding and expertise to B2B startups in early-stage and commercial development.Nous participons sur des investissements compris entre 50k€ et 300k€.

Venturian is a privately owned funding and investment group established in 2015. As a family-owned enterprise, Venturian brings together a hand-picked team of seasoned entrepreneurs, industry executives, and investment veterans. What sets us apart is our diverse expertise—from entrepreneurial ventures to executive leadership and investment strategy. We understand firsthand the challenges of business growth, having navigated similar paths ourselves. This experience allows us to not only provide capital but also strategic guidance and operational support tailored to each venture's needs. At Venturian, we are passionate about fostering growth and success, leveraging our collective experience to empower businesses to thrive and achieve their goals.

Xploration Capital specializes in backing ambitious founders who are building next-generation platforms, digital ecosystems, and SaaS (Software as a Service) companies on a global scale. They focus on investing in innovative startups that aim to disrupt and transform their respective industries through technology-driven solutions. Xploration Capital's investment philosophy revolves around supporting visionary entrepreneurs with the resources and expertise needed to scale their ventures and drive meaningful impact in the market.