What is On.Capital?
On.Capital is all about unlocking capital, talent, and innovation for impact. Based in Paris, this dynamic advisory, fundraising, and investment company focuses on smart infrastructure and responsible commodities. Their passion? The 5 Ps: People, Planet, Profit, Peace, and Prosperity. They specialize in frontier markets, aiming to create meaningful change by supporting impactful companies early on and helping entrepreneurs build big value. It’s not just about investing; it’s about timing the exit right and making a real difference.
Main Benefits and Key Facts
Here’s what makes On.Capital stand out:
- Selected as a Climate Champion by Boston Consulting Group for COP27
- Supported by the United Nations Environment Program Seed Capital Assistance Facility
- Focus on smart infrastructures like water access, clean energy, connectivity, mobility, fintech, waste, agriculture, nature capital, and mining
- Unique investors ecosystem leveraged for fundraising startups and SMEs
- Portfolio includes innovative companies such as Sommalife, Minexx, Basigo, Solar, Greendatalab, and Daman
- Strong partnerships with Seeds, Irena, Southbridge, BCG, Liontech, Global Impact, Bpi Euroquity, ARE, and Gogla
- Clients include Avisa, Sidi, Heri, Entrust, and Schneider
Team Behind the Vision
The team driving On.Capital is a powerhouse of expertise and passion. Emmanuel Beau, the Founder and President, leads from Paris. Julien Jeannet, Co-Founder and Senior Partner, operates out of London. Marie Vincente Beau, Co-Founder and Associate, also works from Paris. Venture Partners Paul-François Cattier and Dominique Lesaffre bring their experience from Paris and Dakar. Together, they form a committed group focused on delivering impact through smart capital.
Advisory, Fundraising, and Investments
On.Capital’s services cover a broad spectrum. They advise corporates, foundations, investment funds, and startups, providing tailored guidance. When it comes to fundraising, they tap into their unique investor ecosystem to support startups and SMEs. Their investment approach? Spotting impactful companies before others do, investing early, and backing entrepreneurs to scale. And yes, they know exactly when to exit to maximize value.
Specialization in Smart Infrastructure and Responsible Commodities
Smart infrastructures and responsible commodities are at the heart of On.Capital’s mission. They focus on sectors that matter: water access, clean energy, connectivity, mobility, fintech, waste management, agriculture, nature capital, and mining. This specialization allows them to back projects that not only promise financial returns but also contribute to sustainable development and climate resilience.
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Latest Developments and Future Outlook
On.Capital is constantly evolving. Recent news highlights include the joint venture with Southbridge Investments to launch the “Energy Go-Getters Fund” aimed at clean energy access investments in Africa. They’ve invested in Solarbox Africa, a rising star in electric 3-wheelers, and Stima, a pioneer in e-mobility SaaS in Kenya. The expansion into Rwanda with Basigo marks another exciting chapter. Plus, appointing Southbridge Group to raise a $75M fund dedicated to accelerating smart energy infrastructure and climate resilience in Africa shows their commitment to scaling impact. The future looks bright—and busy!
