Quantonation
Venture capitalActively deployingParis · Seed–Series A · 8 people tracked
Investment thesis
Quantonation recognizes quantum technologies as a transformative field with significant commercial potential. The firm targets early-stage quantum companies that can address real-world challenges in computing, communication, and sensing. Quantonation seeks companies with original technological approaches and scalable solutions, particularly those addressing critical infrastructure needs such as quantum key distribution networks and quantum communications systems.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 8 people
from the firm's website
Co-founder of Quantonation with previous government and executive roles in energy, defense, and quantum computing across Europe and the US. Holds masters degrees in Engineering and Quantum Physics from École Polytechnique and École Normale Supérieure in Paris, and a PhD in Quantum Physics under Nobel laureate Alain Aspect.
Co-founder and partner at Quantonation. ESSEC graduate with 10 years of management consulting experience at Kearney and prior CEO experience at Gravitation holding company. Selected for the Kauffman Fellows program class 28 and serves on boards of multiple quantum and tech companies.
Built and led quantum and advanced computing research at Goldman Sachs and taught quantum programming at Stanford. Previously led quantum computer development at Rigetti Computing. Founder and President of Unitary Fund, a non-profit focused on quantum software and open-source technology.
Physicist with bachelor's and two master's degrees in Physics. Previously invested in deep tech at Speedinvest, bringing several years of venture experience. Passionate about helping founders translate physics-based technologies from academia to commercial markets.
Called to the Bar of England & Wales in 2024 with legal qualifications including International Trust Management Certificate and Corporate Taxation Certificate. Serves as board member of Quantum Ventures Studio.
ESCP Business School PGE graduate with degree in Mathematics. Rejoined Quantonation as Associate after prior experience in private equity and venture capital, and served as Chief of Staff to the COO at Qubit Pharmaceuticals.
ESSEC graduate with extensive experience in finance and strategy. Brings financial planning, business partnering, and investment expertise from roles at Devoteam and Danone HQ at global level.
What they invest in
from 4 of 43 portfolio companiesDeep Tech ×3AI & Machine Learning ×2Quantum Computing ×2Cleantech ×1Energy ×1Enterprise Software ×1Hardware ×1Healthtech ×1
HQs:France×2Canada×1
Investments · 43 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathPasqal is a quantum computing company that develops high-performance quantum systems using neutral atom technology and software for optimization, simulation, and artificial intelligence applications across industry, science, and government sectors. The company serves clients including major corporations and technology partners worldwide.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareQuantum ComputingFrance, FR
Chiral develops electron spin alignment technologies and applications based on the CISS effect to reduce resistivity and overpotential waste, enabling sustainable and higher-performance solutions.
CleantechDeep TechEnergyNew Materials
Nord Quantique develops error-corrected quantum computers using superconducting bosonic codes that embed error correction at the hardware level to achieve a 1:1 logical-to-physical qubit ratio. The company builds rack-scale quantum computing systems designed to fit in existing data centres rather than requiring large industrial facilities.
Deep TechHardwareQuantum Computing
Resolve Stroke develops software-driven ultrasound technology for medical imaging and diagnosis. The company serves healthcare providers and medical professionals in diagnostic and interventional radiology, with expertise in clinical development and device innovation.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechMedical DevicesParis, FR
Aritz(CEO)Vincent(Co-founder)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Quantonation invest at?
- Quantonation invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Quantonation focus on?
- Quantonation focuses on Quantum Computing.
- Where is Quantonation located?
- Quantonation is headquartered in Paris, FR.
- Does Quantonation lead rounds?
- Yes, Quantonation leads investment rounds.
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