
Hélène Auriol Potier
Corporate Board director and Senior Advisor in Digital Technologies at Warburg Pincus
ODDO BHF Young entrepreneurs Awards
Presentation
True to the entrepreneurial values that underpin its success, the independent European financial group ODDO BHF is turning the spotlight on the most promising incubated start-ups in France, Germany and Switzerland. The aim of the ODDO BHF YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS AWARDS is to guide and support the winning start-ups through financial assistance, and coaching from ODDO BHF Group experts and specialists: experienced entrepreneurs, business angels, media partners, etc.
Key figures 2024
AWARD CATEGORIES
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Rewards the most disruptive startup for its ability to stay ahead of the game thanks to its advanced problem-solving capabilities.
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Rewards a project for its social and/or environmental commitment and whose business model is designed to address current issues with measurable impact.
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Rewards a young startup demonstrating a high potential for future success.
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Rewards the startup selected by the audience present at the Awards ceremony, out of the ten final pitching entrepreneurs.
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Rewarding the best entrepreneurial project founded or co-founded by at least one woman. This prize is co-organised with Ladies Bank, the committed community that takes a feminine perspective on investment and wealth management.
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Rewards the favorite startup of our final jury. The prize will be awarded to the most appealing project to this demanding panel.
ALL-ROUND SUPPORT
A check worth between €5,000 and €20,000 depending on the award.
A personalised coaching in wealth structuring and investment by ODDO BHF Private Banking experts.
An increased visibility thanks to multiple media relays around the Awards, including a podcast or an interview with one of our media partners.
Privileged access to the entire ODDO BHF network, including certain clients and potential investors.
2025 Final jury
Corporate Board director and Senior Advisor in Digital Technologies at Warburg Pincus
CEO Siemens France
COO of Andromède
Vice-Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of Rémy Cointreau
Co-founder and CEO, Leocare
Co-Chairman Entrepreneur of France Digitale
Frédéric Mazzella is Chairman and Founder of BlaBlaCar and Dift.
General Partner of ODDO BHF
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