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Key people at WiSEED.
WiSEED was founded in 2008 by Nicolas Sérès (Co-Founder & CEO) and Thierry MERQUIOL (Co-Founder & Chairman of the board).
WiSEED operates a French digital crowdfunding platform, connecting individuals with investment opportunities in real estate, startups, and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The platform specializes in innovation and energy transition projects, providing a structured approach for portfolio diversification. Leveraging 15 years of experience, WiSEED employs a rigorous selection process to identify high-potential ventures.
Thierry Merquiol and Nicolas Sérès founded WiSEED in 2008, drawing on their experience as startup advisors. Their key insight was to democratize investment, leading to the creation of France's first equity crowdfunding platform. This initiative aimed to redefine finance by directly linking individual investors with concrete projects, fostering impactful, citizen-led economic development.
WiSEED serves individual investors, offering accessible opportunities from €100, and assists project developers in securing capital. The company's mission is to transform the world through collective savings, empowering individuals to participate in a more inclusive and resilient economy. Its long-term vision is to build a desirable future, one responsible investment at a time.
Key people at WiSEED.
WiSEED was founded in 2008 by Nicolas Sérès (Co-Founder & CEO) and Thierry MERQUIOL (Co-Founder & Chairman of the board).
WiSEED has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $3.5M Other Equity in Priothera in September 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2025 | Priothera | $3.5M Other Equity | Wiseed | — |
| Feb 14, 2023 | BiPER Therapeutics | $1.3M Grant / Other Equity / Seed | — | Bpifrance, Grand EST Region |
| Dec 1, 2015 | Naïo Technologies | $3.0M Seed | — | Capagro, Emertec |
