Leonard

Leonard is the corporate venture capital arm of the VINCI Group, dedicated to fostering innovation and strategic foresight within the construction, mobility, and energy sectors. Established in 2017, Leonard operates as a platform for detecting emerging trends, supporting innovative projects, and bringing together key stakeholders to shape the future of cities and infrastructure. The platform offers incubation and acceleration programs tailored for startups and VINCI employees, aiming to develop solutions that address the evolving challenges in these industries.

Leonard's investment strategy focuses on early-stage companies, particularly in the Seed and Pre-Seed stages, with a primary geographical focus on France. The firm is actively involved in sectors such as construction, mobility, energy, and real estate, seeking to invest in projects that align with VINCI's business lines and contribute to the transformation of urban environments. Leonard's commitment to innovation is further demonstrated by its dedicated space in Paris, Leonard:Paris, which serves as a hub for collaboration and development of new solutions.

Through its strategic initiatives and support programs, Leonard aims to drive the digital revolution, environmental transition, and faster innovation cycles within the construction and infrastructure sectors. By leveraging VINCI's extensive network and resources, Leonard provides entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs with the necessary tools and support to bring their innovative ideas to fruition, contributing to the advancement of sustainable and efficient infrastructure solutions.