SkalePark

SkalePark emerged in early 2020 as a family office established through the collaboration of Jean-François Clédel and Yvan Cantou, two accomplished engineers with entrepreneurial backgrounds and a shared passion for technology. Their combined expertise in building and scaling businesses provides a solid foundation for identifying promising ventures in the tech ecosystem. With deep industry knowledge and technical acumen, this duo brings more than financial capital to their portfolio companies—they offer decades of hands-on experience navigating the challenges of business growth.

The investment strategy at SkalePark focuses primarily on early-stage technology startups, typically engaging from inception through Series A funding rounds. As minority stakeholders, they carefully select ambitious projects with strong growth potential, particularly favoring innovative solutions in sectors where their technical backgrounds provide valuable insights. Their portfolio includes emerging companies in software, industrial technology, and digital transformation—areas where both founders have demonstrated success in their own entrepreneurial journeys.

What distinguishes SkalePark from traditional investors is their high-touch approach to portfolio management. Clédel and Cantou take an active role in supporting founders, offering strategic guidance, operational expertise, and access to their extensive professional networks. This hands-on methodology enables portfolio companies to develop more structured business models, accelerate growth trajectories, and navigate scaling challenges with greater confidence. Their engineering mindset brings analytical rigor to business problems, helping startups optimize processes during critical early growth phases.

The family office operates with a long-term perspective that prioritizes sustainable growth over quick exits. By providing both financial resources and mentorship, SkalePark creates an environment where founders can focus on building robust businesses rather than constant fundraising pressures. This approach has established them as valuable partners for technically-minded entrepreneurs who appreciate investors who truly understand product development challenges and market fit considerations. Their growing reputation in the European tech ecosystem stems from this balanced combination of capital investment and practical entrepreneurial wisdom.