OneRagtime

OneRagtime represents a new generation of venture capital, established by industry veterans Stéphanie Hospital, former Executive Vice President at Orange, and Jean-Marie Messier, the well-known French business executive. Since its inception in 2017, this innovative investment platform has evolved into a powerful ecosystem supporting the European tech landscape, with particular emphasis on French startups. Their unique approach combines traditional fund management with community-driven investment opportunities, creating a bridge between promising entrepreneurs and sophisticated investors.

The firm has built an impressive portfolio of over 40 carefully selected startups across various sectors including fintech, healthtech, and enterprise software. Notable investments include Jellysmack, a content creator company that achieved unicorn status, and Homa Games, a leading mobile gaming platform. OneRagtime typically focuses on early-stage opportunities, from pre-seed to Series A rounds, where their hands-on approach and extensive network can provide maximum value acceleration for portfolio companies during critical growth phases.

What distinguishes OneRagtime in the competitive venture capital landscape is their platform model that democratizes access to venture investments. Their community includes over 500 accredited investors, business angels, and family offices who can participate either through OneRagtime's managed funds or via dedicated club deals for specific opportunities. This structure creates a powerful flywheel effect where portfolio companies gain access to not just capital, but also strategic expertise, industry connections, and potential customers from within the OneRagtime network.

Beyond financial backing, OneRagtime delivers comprehensive operational support to entrepreneurs, helping navigate challenges from international expansion to talent acquisition. Their team brings deep expertise in scaling technology businesses across European markets, with particular strength in the Paris-London-Berlin triangle. The firm maintains a disciplined investment approach with thorough due diligence processes while still moving efficiently to secure competitive deals. With a growing reputation for founder-friendly terms and post-investment support, OneRagtime has positioned itself as a preferred partner for ambitious European founders looking to build category-defining companies.