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    Jean de La Rochebrochard

    Experienced venture capitalist and strategic advisor

    Jean de La Rochebrochard is a prominent figure in the French venture capital scene, currently serving as the Managing Partner at Kima Ventures, where he has been since September 2015. Kima Ventures is known for making early-stage investments, primarily in technology startups, and is backed by French telecom billionaire Xavier Niel. Under de La Rochebrochard's leadership, Kima Ventures has invested in over 1,000 companies, typically making around 100 investments each year, with average check sizes ranging from $50,000 to $2 million, and a sweet spot of approximately $150,000.14

    Before his role at Kima, de La Rochebrochard co-founded Newwave, another venture capital firm, in 2020. However, he recently stepped away from Newwave to concentrate fully on Kima Ventures, citing differences with his co-founder as a reason for his departure.3

    In addition to his investment activities, he has authored a book titled Human Machine, focusing on personal development and achieving one's best self. He emphasizes a structured approach to managing his time and commitments, aiming to balance his professional responsibilities with family life.12

    De La Rochebrochard's influence in the startup ecosystem is significant, as he strives to ensure that Kima Ventures is involved in every notable deal in France, reflecting his commitment to the growth and success of the French tech landscape.13

    Highlights

    Sep 17 · twitter

    On se moque de moi quand je raconte que je fais mes emails sur le vélo et des calls en courant autour de la maison pendant mes séances d'endurance... En revanche, il n'y en a un que ça n'a pas surpris, c'est Quentin Despas ! Le garçon qui en toute détente nous a monté le Ventoux pour la première fois en 1h23 sans forcer pendant que le reste du groupe tentait péniblement de faire moins de deux heures...

    Du coup, j'appréhendais un peu quand il m'a dit qu'il viendrait discuter pendant qu'on s'entrainerait en toute détente. La détente chez Quentin, c'est la souffrance chez d'autres. C'est peut être pour ça que le mec est une machine quand il s'agit d'accompagner les boites dans leur fonction Sales.

    Il a débarqué un matin avec son vélo, ses affaires et deux cameramen équilibristes de talent ! On a parlé de ma vision du métier, de la place du sport au quotidien, et de plein d'autres choses... #ironman #ironvc

    On se moque de moi quand je raconte que je fais mes emails sur le vélo et des calls en courant autou
    Apr 14 · twitter.com
    Jean de La Rochebrochard on X: "End of 2020, while running Kima ...
    Apr 11 · sifted.eu
    French VC Jean de La Rochebrochard removed from Newwave
    French VC Jean de La Rochebrochard removed from Newwave
    Mar 21 · sifted.eu
    Brunch with Kima's Jean de La Rochebrochard: 'You need to fight ...
    Brunch with Kima's Jean de La Rochebrochard: 'You need to fight ...

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    Experience

    Managing Partner at Kima Ventures, Co-Founder / Partner at New Wave
    Partner at TheFamily, Director at Global Equities - Corporate Finance, Managing Director at Canny Cap

    Education

    INSEAD Coaching Certificate, INSEAD (2020); Master, International Strategic Management, University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne (2007 - 2008); Master, Corporate Finance, EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht (2006 - 2007); Maitrise, Corporate Finance, Université Panthéon Sorbonne (Paris I) (2002 - 2007)

    Location

    Paris, Île-de-France, France