Thomas Chauvin

AVP (formerly AXA Venture Partners) is an independent global investment platform dedicated to high-growth, tech (from deep-tech to tech-enabled) companies across Europe and North America, managing more than €2.5bn of assets across four investment strategies: venture, early growth, growth and fund of funds. Our multi-stage platform combines global research with local execution to drive investment. Since its establishment in 2016, AVP has invested in more than 60 technology companies and in more than 60 funds with the Fund of Funds investment strategy. Beyond providing equity capital, our expansion team works closely with founders, providing the expertise, connections and resources needed to unlock growth opportunities, and create lasting value through meaningful collaborations.

AVP (formerly AXA Venture Partners) is an independent global investment platform dedicated to high-growth, tech (from deep-tech to tech-enabled) companies across Europe and North America, managing more than €2.5bn of assets across four investment strategies: venture, early growth, growth and fund of funds. Our multi-stage platform combines global research with local execution to drive investment. Since its establishment in 2016, AVP has invested in more than 60 technology companies and in more than 60 funds with the Fund of Funds investment strategy. Beyond providing equity capital, our expansion team works closely with founders, providing the expertise, connections and resources needed to unlock growth opportunities, and create lasting value through meaningful collaborations.

Castore Consulting, based in London, is a strategy advisory focused on supporting start-ups during their growth phase. With a diverse team of accomplished students from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) at the helm, we offer an extensive range of pro-bono services designed to address scaling, international expansion, and capital acquisition challenges. We also collaborate with venture funds specializing in pre-seed, seed, and Series A financing to assist startups in navigating the nuances of early-stage growth and fundraising. Serving clients from various industries around the globe, Castore Consulting is the largest LSE-affiliated advisory. Our alumni network encompasses the most illustrious firms in the consulting industry, along with leading companies in banking, private equity, venture capital, technology, and various other sectors. Leveraging our alumni network, we provide mentorship, education, and support to our student consultants, while also offering them unparalleled opportunities for career advancement in highly competitive fields. For more information visit www.castoreconsulting.com © 2022 Castore Consulting Castore Consulting is part of the London School of Economics Students Union, a company registered in England and Wales (Company Number: 7710669) and a registered charity with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (Registered Charity Number: 1143103). Registered office: Saw Swee Hock Student Centre, 1 Sheffield Street, London, WC2A 2AP.