Founders: François Bonnat and Ivan Kricak

Concept: The Smilist is a French company revolutionising natural oral care! It offers products enriched with prebiotics to rebalance the oral microbiome, contributing to a brilliantly healthy smile.

Funding raised: €250K for 8% of the company.

Investor: Jean-Michel Karam

During their appearance on the show, François Bonnat and Ivan Kricak managed to win over every investor — a first in the programme's history — thanks to their story and their innovations, securing a significant investment to propel The Smilist towards new horizons!

Funkie

Founders: Camille Azoulai and Adrien Decastille

Concept: Funkie is a French company reinventing breakfast staples such as spreads and cereals, offering healthier and more environmentally friendly alternatives.

The Funkie project impressed with its innovative approach and growth potential, attracting the attention of investors who decided to support its development.

No funding raised.

Naali

Founders: Nadir Tayach and Abderhaman Nour Ebad

Concept: Naali is the first saffron-based food supplement designed to reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue. Their products improve mood and help balance emotions!

Funding raised: €600K for 12% of the company.

Investors: Jean-Michel Karam, Kelly Massol and Jean-Michel Aulas

With a compelling pitch, Naali secured crucial funding to accelerate its growth and expand its market presence.

Humble +

Founder: Romain Quillot

Concept: Humble + is a French company offering natural and organic personal care products, such as solid deodorants and toothpastes. Its primary goal is to promote healthy, environmentally responsible daily hygiene.

Funding raised: 3€00K for 13% of the company.

Investor: Anthony Bourbon

The originality and relevance of the Humble + concept convinced the investor to provide financial and strategic support to the company!

TI3RS

Founder: Eva Ngalle

Concept: TI3RS is a French company that has developed a mobile application serving as a neutral trusted third party, enabling secure communication between separated parents, particularly in contexts involving domestic violence. The app offers features such as a profanity filter, message scheduling, and a full record of all exchanges.

Funding raised: €200K for 30% of the company.

Investors: Jean-Michel Karam, Kelly Massol, Anthony Bourbon and Marc Simoncini.

With a clear vision and a solid value proposition, TI3RS successfully attracted investor interest, securing the resources needed to continue its development.

Season 5 of "Who Wants to Be My Partner?" once again demonstrated the richness of French entrepreneurship, showcasing a diverse range of promising projects. Backed by investor support, these companies are now better equipped to meet market challenges and realise their ambitions!