Jean de La Rochebrochard

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