Maxime Servettaz

Promoting home ownership in Africa

📍 Other🔄 Updated September 2026💼 5 investments📅 6 years investing🗓 Last invested Jan 2023
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Board Member
Jan 2023
🇫🇷 La French Tech est la marque déployée par l’Etat français qui représente l’écosystème de 25 000 start-up françaises et de tous les acteurs qui gravitent autour (fonds d’investissement, associations, acteurs publiques, etc.), soutenus par la Mission French Tech (administration rattachée à la Direction Générale des Entreprises, au sein du ministère de l’Economie, des Finances et de lIndustrie). Elle a pour mission d’accompagner le développement de l’écosystème French Tech, mouvement français des start-up technologiques innovantes, dans la lignée des priorités gouvernementales, à l’image et au service des Françaises et des Français. Pour ce faire, elle rassemble cet écosystème aux côtés des Capitales et Communautés French Tech (réseau d’associations privées labellisées par la Mission French Tech) et du réseau des Correspondants French Tech (plus de 60 administrations et services publics partenaire). *** 🇬🇧 La French Tech is the brand deployed by the French government to represent the ecosystem of 25,000 French start-ups and all the players that revolve around them (investment funds, associations, public bodies, etc.), supported by the French Tech Mission (an administration attached to the Direction Générale des Entreprises, within the Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty). Its mission is to support the development of the French Tech ecosystem, the French movement of innovative technology start-ups, in line with government priorities and in the image and service of the French people. To do this, it brings this ecosystem together alongside the French Tech Capitals and Communities (a network of private associations accredited by the French Tech Mission) and the network of French Tech Correspondents (more than 60 partner administrations and public services).
Early investor
Sep 2022
We are a clinical stage company developing novel therapeutics inspired by kanna, or Sceletium tortuosum. Kanna is a medicinal succulent traditionally used by the San hunter-gatherers of South Africa.
Early investor
Sep 2022
Pangea Bio is developing novel therapies that directly activate the TrkB receptor, driving neuronal and synaptic plasticity, and neuroprotection. Dysfunction of the BDNF/TrkB pathway is a hallmark of disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and glaucoma.
Early investor and advisor
Jun 2021
Were a travel company revolutionizing the African travel experience through technology. Our flagship product, winda.guide offers curated itineraries to explore authentic experiences and off-the-beaten-path destinations. With our user-friendly platform and personalized trip planning, we provide hassle-free adventures, backed by local expertise. Additionally, our pricing engine helps travel agents calculate complex packages accurately, allowing for customized and consistent pricing. Were passionate about making travel easy, convenient, and accessible while delivering unforgettable journeys in Africa.
Early Investor and Advisor
Nov 2020
Kune is a foodtech start-up based in Nairobi that produces 2$ to 3$ prepared meals distributed through Kune Apps, Fridges, Canteens and Vending Machines to Individuals, Retailers, Partners, and Corporates. Following a 1M$ pre-seed round, Kune built a 13,000 meals-a-day food factory and hired its founding team.
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2023
Founder & CEO
Oct 2023
Your one-stop shop for all your real estate needs. With Anzaa you can access the best properties and pay as you earn with our smart payment plans and financing options.
early stageReal Estate
Board Member
Jan 2023
🇫🇷 La French Tech est la marque déployée par l’Etat français qui représente l’écosystème de 25 000 start-up françaises et de tous les acteurs qui gravitent autour (fonds d’investissement, associations, acteurs publiques, etc.), soutenus par la Mission French Tech (administration rattachée à la Direction Générale des Entreprises, au sein du ministère de l’Economie, des Finances et de lIndustrie). Elle a pour mission d’accompagner le développement de l’écosystème French Tech, mouvement français des start-up technologiques innovantes, dans la lignée des priorités gouvernementales, à l’image et au service des Françaises et des Français. Pour ce faire, elle rassemble cet écosystème aux côtés des Capitales et Communautés French Tech (réseau d’associations privées labellisées par la Mission French Tech) et du réseau des Correspondants French Tech (plus de 60 administrations et services publics partenaire). *** 🇬🇧 La French Tech is the brand deployed by the French government to represent the ecosystem of 25,000 French start-ups and all the players that revolve around them (investment funds, associations, public bodies, etc.), supported by the French Tech Mission (an administration attached to the Direction Générale des Entreprises, within the Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty). Its mission is to support the development of the French Tech ecosystem, the French movement of innovative technology start-ups, in line with government priorities and in the image and service of the French people. To do this, it brings this ecosystem together alongside the French Tech Capitals and Communities (a network of private associations accredited by the French Tech Mission) and the network of French Tech Correspondents (more than 60 partner administrations and public services).
2022
Early investor
Sep 2022
We are a clinical stage company developing novel therapeutics inspired by kanna, or Sceletium tortuosum. Kanna is a medicinal succulent traditionally used by the San hunter-gatherers of South Africa.
Early investor
Sep 2022
Pangea Bio is developing novel therapies that directly activate the TrkB receptor, driving neuronal and synaptic plasticity, and neuroprotection. Dysfunction of the BDNF/TrkB pathway is a hallmark of disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and glaucoma.
2021
Limited Partner
Jun 2021
Sherpa Ventures is a venture firm that invests in early stage tech and tech-enabled startups in Africa. The Sherpa team, together with its community of investors, will work should-to-shoulder with founders to strengthen and scale their startups by injecting capital, extensive local experience and deep expertise in strategic partnerships, new market entry, B2B sales, operations, fundraising, product ecosystem building and global networks.
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