OBRATORI, L'OCCITANE Innovation Lab

OBRATORI, L'OCCITANE Innovation Lab, established in 2018, is the corporate venture capital arm of L'OCCITANE Group. The fund specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on sectors such as wellbeing, digital solutions, and Tech4Good. OBRATORI aims to support startups that align with its mission to promote innovation and sustainability, seeking projects that offer 'better for people and for the planet' solutions. The fund provides both financial and human capital to its portfolio companies, taking minority stakes and offering access to L'OCCITANE's strategic network. OBRATORI's support extends beyond funding, assisting startups in areas like research, marketing, and international visibility. The fund operates from a 950m² space in Marseille, equipped with a cellular research laboratory and a FabLab meeting MIT standards, facilitating the development and prototyping of new products. OBRATORI's portfolio includes a diverse range of startups across various industries, including cosmetics, wellbeing, digital solutions, and Tech4Good sectors. The fund's investment strategy emphasizes responsible entrepreneurship and aims to foster the emergence of new products and services that can positively impact daily life and consumption patterns. By combining financial investment with comprehensive support, OBRATORI seeks to accelerate the growth and success of innovative startups aligned with its values and objectives.

Early-stage startups, Innovative projects in wellbeing, digital solutions, and Tech4Good sectors, Alignment with OBRATORI's mission of promoting sustainability and positive impact