Private equity: venture/growth capital

Jones Day

Lauded by one client for its ‘unique knowledge of the venture/growth capital sector’, the Jones Day practice group is a strong choice for the gamut of mandates, including seed and late-stage financing. The group, which is routinely instructed by startups and international corporations alike, is jointly directed by Renaud Bonnet and Charles Gavoty (’very good listeners, excellent technicians, perfect knowledge of market practices’); along with private equity, M&A and capital markets specialists Jean-Gabriel Griboul, Anne Kerneur and Geoffroy Pineau-Valencienne. As of early 2024, ‘standout partner’ Alexandre Wibaux splits his time between New York and Paris.

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Testimonials

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‘Unique knowledge of the venture/growth capital sector that is not limited to the tech sector. The Jones Day team is fully available, technical and most importantly pragmatic when it comes to dealing with commercial issues. Alexandre Wibaux is a star and clearly a standout partner.’
‘The team knows how to adapt to the size of the files and bring up more or less senior employees depending on the needs/budget.'
‘Geoffroy Pineau-Valencienne is a partner who knows how to make himself available, which is very appreciable. He is present during negotiations and always constructive and respectful towards his colleagues, which is a strength in negotiations since he knows how to get messages and points across.'
‘An excellent level of performance at all levels. Charles Gavoty, Alexandre Wibaux and Renaud Bonnet are all three very attentive, excellent technicians and perfect connoisseurs of market practices. They are also very respected by their peers.'
‘They are very reputable and have a great knowledge of the sector of activity. They have connections all over Europe which is very practical.'
‘Market reference for many years. A better overview and a better understanding of the issues over the long term than most alternatives. Charles Gavoty has a level of expertise that we do not find in any of the other teams on the market. Technical knowledge of the files, height of vision, personal qualities. There is no equivalent in Paris.'
‘Alexandre Wibaux - great knowledge of the sector, relentless and impeccable support on corporate/commercial/fundraising/acquisition subjects.'
‘Renaud Bonnet, Anne Kerneur - very high expertise and interpersonal skills.'

Key clients

Elaia Partners
Unseenlabs
Quandela
Vibe
Indy.fr
Ring
Pigment
Karos Mobility
Bene Bono
Catalog
TilT Capital Partners
BNP Paribas
Lithium de France
Newheat
Sofinnova Partners and NVentures
Bpifrance (SPI 2), INCO Ventures and SEB Alliance
Bpifrance (SPI – Sociétés de projets industriels)
Bpifrance (FPCI Fonds Ecotechnologies, SPI andEPIC Bpifrance)
Bpifrance Participations and Trill Impact Ventures

Work highlights

Advised Lithium de France on its series B financing led by Norsk Hydro along with existing shareholders Arverne Group and Equinor Ventures.
Advised Quandela on its €50m round of financing, co-led by Serena and Crédit Mutuel Innovation, as well as the European Innovation Council (EIC) and other existing investors.
Advised the impact fund of TilT Capital Partners as lead investor on the Series B financing of EODEV.