SIDE Capital

Q: When was SIDE Capital last fund created?

SIDE Capital last fund was created/launched in 2016-01-14.

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2016

AUM

$30 M

Location

Paris, Île-de-France, France

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

Europe

Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

SIDE Capital is a venture capital firm based in France that focuses on early-stage investments in tech and digital startups. Founded in 2016 by Renaud Guillerm, a former attorney and entrepreneur, the firm incorporates a team of experienced entrepreneurs who support and guide startups through various growth stages. SIDE Capital is distinguished by its agile and straightforward approach to investment, positioning itself as a supportive partner 'SIDE by SIDE' with entrepreneurs.

SIDE Capital invests exclusively in early-stage French tech and digital startups, with investment sizes ranging from €300k to €600k. They play a unique role as the sole investor in the seed rounds. While the company's core focus is on the French market, it potentially facilitates further funding rounds. SIDE Capital manages its investments through personal participation of a board composed of seasoned founders and experts from various industries.

Notable companies in SIDE Capital's portfolio include Drivy, a peer-to-peer car rental platform; Selency, a marketplace for pre-owned furniture; and The CareVoice, a health insurance platform for Asia. Other investments cover a range of sectors from digital agencies to insure-tech companies, reflecting the firm's diverse approach in supporting disruptive entrepreneurs.

Industry

Travel HealthTech TravelTech Digital E-commerce/Marketplace Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Internet and Web Services Other Software Transportation Edtech Mobile/Apps SaaS

SIDE Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
SIDE Capital	Venture Capital (VC)	Edtech E-commerce/Marketplace Fintech Mobile/Apps SaaS Software HealthTech	Pre-seed Seed	Europe	$5-10 m	—	January 2016

Contacts

Name

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Renaud Guillerm Managing Partner

Managing Partner

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Fabrice Couturier Partner

Partner

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FAQs about SIDE Capital

Is SIDE Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

SIDE Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is SIDE Capital located?

SIDE Capital is located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

When was SIDE Capital founded?

SIDE Capital was founded in 2016.

What sectors and industries does SIDE Capital invest in?

SIDE Capital invests in companies and startups in Travel, HealthTech, TravelTech, Digital, E-commerce/Marketplace, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Internet and Web Services, Other, Software, Transportation, Edtech, Mobile/Apps, SaaS.

What is SIDE Capital geographical focus of investments?

SIDE Capital invests in companies and startups in Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does SIDE Capital typically invest in?

SIDE Capital invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of SIDE Capital investment?

SIDE Capital usually invests $0-1 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for SIDE Capital?

SIDE Capital has around $30m assets under management.

When was SIDE Capital last fund created?

SIDE Capital last fund was created/launched in 2016-01-14

What are the contacts of SIDE Capital?

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