"France’s national investment bank, led by Nicolas Dufourcq, finances businesses at every stage of development through loans, guarantees, and equity investments.

In this week’s episode, we explore its pivotal role in fostering entrepreneurship through a grassroots approach to innovation and commitment to supporting diverse communities.

Dufourcq discusses why Bpifrance emphasizes the importance of perseverance and risk-taking among entrepreneurs, and how he works to create a holistic ecosystem of support for them. He promotes accessibility and inclusivity at every stage, and Bpifrance may well serve as a model for other countries that want to drive innovation and economic resilience."

Watch the replay : Bpifrance: How a government initiative can support domestic venture capital - I by IMD