Hippodrome
Would you have invested in
Kylian Mbappé at the age of 18,
(or would you have missed it)?
With THE QUEST Hippodrome, access the unique opportunity
to invest as the very first investor in the startups of our Tech Kylian Mbappés
Exclusive access to very young, unique, and singular entrepreneurs,
seeking to create international tech companies
With THE QUEST Hippodrome, access the unique opportunity to invest as the very first investor in the startups of our Kylian Mbappé of Tech
Exclusive access to very young entrepreneurs, unique and singular, seeking to create international tech companies
THE QUEST Hippodrome,
what is it?
THE QUEST Hippodrome,
what is it?
THE QUEST Hippodrome is a private investment club where members invest early in startups from the unique training center inspired by those for future elite athletes, applied to young builders, hackers, and dropouts who want to create the tech project of their dreams, with the international market in sight from Day 1.
THE QUEST Hippodrome is a private investment club where members invest early in startups from the unique training center inspired by those for future elite athletes, applied to young builders, hackers, and dropouts who want to create the tech project of their dreams, with the international market in sight from Day 1.
The investment fund of Xavier Niel,
co-financier of the pre-seed checks of €100,000
How does it work?
1. Detection
THE QUEST Training Center detects (very) young singular talents: geeks, passionate, determined, unconventional...They have or want to stop their studies and start building the tech project of their dreams.
3. Support + Investment
If our Core Team of experienced entrepreneurs believes that these first two phases are truly promising, a 12-month co-creation phase at THE QUEST Training Center will begin for the young talent in question and their startup project.
A pre-Seed check of €100k at a valuation of €1.5M will then be deployed, consisting of THE QUEST Hippodrome and Kima Ventures (Xavier Niel's investment fund).
This investment proposal will be put to a majority vote by the club members.
2. Test
THE QUEST Training Center works with them for 30-90 days during a Testing phase:
#1 - Find their Founder-Market Fit, their zone of genius
#2 - Define a strong and futuristic vision, a market thesis for their project
and futuristic for their project
#3 - Design a first version of the product...
#4 - Establishing an ambitious Go-To-Market strategy
The investment fund of Xavier Niel,
co-financier of the pre-seed checks of €100,000
After 5 years, significant results
from 0 to 6 million € ARR in 3 years, 100% bootstrap.
from 0 to 6 million € ARR in 3 years, 100% bootstrap.
10 million organic views on TikTok each week.
10 million organic views on TikTok each week.
2 million euros raised in Seed to create the ArcelorMittal of 2035.
2 million euros raised in Seed to create the ArcelorMittal of 2035.
+12,000 stars on Github in 6 months.
+12,000 stars on Github in 6 months.
They have already invested in our startups
Why join
THE QUEST HIPPODROME
Access an off-market deal flow
Investing through THE QUEST Hippodrome means benefiting from exclusive access to a stream of unique, unconventional talents, tested in the real world, on the ground, by experienced entrepreneurs, who have or will leave school to create global startups in the coming months, with all their heart, candor, and overflowing energy.
Access an off-market deal flow
Investing through THE QUEST Hippodrome means benefiting from exclusive access to a stream of unique, unconventional talents, tested in the real world, on the ground, by experienced entrepreneurs, who have or will leave school to create global startups in the coming months, with all their heart, candor, and overflowing energy.
Access an off-market deal flow
Investing through THE QUEST Hippodrome means benefiting from exclusive access to a stream of unique, unconventional talents, tested in the real world, on the ground, by experienced entrepreneurs, who have or will leave school to create global startups in the coming months, with all their heart, candor, and overflowing energy.
An experienced operational arm behind every investment
The premise of THE QUEST is that an experienced team (like the staff of the biggest football clubs, for example) gives very young talents a much better chance of succeeding. At THE QUEST, projects are not launched "just" by a few inexperienced young founders, but co-founded by young entrepreneurs with overflowing energy, supported by a team of more experienced entrepreneurs who will help them avoid many fatal mistakes, and will distill the cherries on the cake that will sometimes make all the difference. This is the strength of a model that minimizes risks.
An experienced operational arm behind every investment
The premise of THE QUEST is that an experienced team (like the staff of the biggest football clubs, for example) gives very young talents a much better chance of succeeding. At THE QUEST, projects are not launched "just" by a few inexperienced young founders, but co-founded by young entrepreneurs with overflowing energy, supported by a team of more experienced entrepreneurs who will help them avoid many fatal mistakes, and will distill the cherries on the cake that will sometimes make all the difference. This is the strength of a model that minimizes risks.
An experienced operational arm behind every investment
The premise of THE QUEST is that an experienced team (like the staff of the biggest football clubs, for example) gives very young talents a much better chance of succeeding. At THE QUEST, projects are not launched "just" by a few inexperienced young founders, but co-founded by young entrepreneurs with overflowing energy, supported by a team of more experienced entrepreneurs who will help them avoid many fatal mistakes, and will distill the cherries on the cake that will sometimes make all the difference. This is the strength of a model that minimizes risks.
A maximum exhibition
A single investment ticket for THE QUEST Hippodrome provides exposure to the next 20 startups created within THE QUEST over the next three years. This model maximizes profit chances and significantly reduces the risks associated with early-stage investing.
A maximum exhibition
A single investment ticket for THE QUEST Hippodrome provides exposure to the next 20 startups created within THE QUEST over the next three years. This model maximizes profit chances and significantly reduces the risks associated with early-stage investing.
A maximum exhibition
A single investment ticket for THE QUEST Hippodrome provides exposure to the next 20 startups created within THE QUEST over the next three years. This model maximizes profit chances and significantly reduces the risks associated with early-stage investing.
Direct contact with unique young talents
Investors who are members of the THE QUEST Hippodrome club have direct access to young founders of startups going through THE QUEST Training Center. They can advise them, build relationships with them: they are part of the team.
Direct contact with unique young talents
Investors who are members of the THE QUEST Hippodrome club have direct access to young founders of startups going through THE QUEST Training Center. They can advise them, build relationships with them: they are part of the team.
Direct contact with unique young talents
Investors who are members of the THE QUEST Hippodrome club have direct access to young founders of startups going through THE QUEST Training Center. They can advise them, build relationships with them: they are part of the team.
The investment fund of Xavier Niel, co-financier of the scholarships of €100,000
They are part of the investment club
THE QUEST HIPPODROME
Michelangelo
VC @ Stride
Michelangelo is what you call a VC. He works at Stride, a leading British investment fund. Convinced by the thesis of THE QUEST, he wanted to personally join the ride and be part of the adventure of unique young talents.
Simon Peter Matthew
Angel Investor
Simon Pierre Mathieu is an experienced entrepreneur and a long-time business angel. He fell in love with the THE QUEST team and decided to invest a ticket in THE QUEST Hippodrome.
Wallerand & Sixtine
Moullé-Bertheaux
Founders of the Le Crayon group
Wallerand & Sixtine, founders of the digital media Le Crayon, are following the adventure of the team THE QUEST. They firmly believe in it and have decided to invest in THE QUEST Hippodrome.
The investment fund of Xavier Niel, co-financier of the scholarships of €100,000
THE QUEST :
The most comprehensive model in
the startup ecosystem
THE QUEST :
The most comprehensive model in the startup ecosystem
Offer…
Theoretical
Training
Startup Idea
Co-founders
Capital
Strategic
Guidance
Operational
Support
HQ / Offices
Community
& Events
Specialisé pour
17-27 ans
Entrepreneurial
Training Center
Higher Education
School
Incubator /
Accelerator
Startup
studio
Co-founder
Matching
VC /
Investor
The team behind THE QUEST
THE QUEST is led by a team of ex-founders, students, and dropouts,
who have built exactly what they would have dreamed of having when they left their studies
to create the tech project of their dreams.
THE QUEST is led by a team of ex-student founders and dropouts,
who built exactly what they would have dreamed of having when they dropped out of school to create the tech project of their dreams.
THE QUEST is led by a team of former student founders and dropouts, who built exactly what they would have dreamed of having when they dropped out of school
to create the tech project of their dreams.
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Maxime Blondel
CEO
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Julian Ivaldy
CO-FOUNDER
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Adams Salahou
CO-FOUNDER
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Robin Seligmann
CO-FOUNDER
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Peter Paris
CO-FOUNDER
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Kenza Bellout
LAWYER
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Médoune Diack
HEAD OF TALENTS
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Camille HAÏDAR
HEAD OF DESIGN
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Maxime Blondel
CEO
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Julian Ivaldy
CO-FOUNDER
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Adams Salahou
CO-FOUNDER
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Robin Seligmann
CO-FOUNDER
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Peter Paris
CO-FOUNDER
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Kenza Bellout
LAWYER
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Médoune Diack
HEAD OF TALENTS
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Camille HAÏDAR
HEAD OF DESIGN
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Maxime Blondel
CEO
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Julian Ivaldy
CO-FOUNDER
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Adams Salahou
CO-FOUNDER
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Robin Seligmann
CO-FOUNDER
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Peter Paris
CO-FOUNDER
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Kenza Bellout
LAWYER
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Médoune Diack
HEAD OF TALENTS
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Camille HAÏDAR
HEAD OF DESIGN
FAQ
How do you identify young, unique talents?
Several elements allow us to detect unique young talents below the radar. First of all, throughout the year, our team gives free conferences on tech and entrepreneurship in higher education schools. Also in high schools. Then, we have a "under-the-radar" presence on Discord, Telegram, and Twitter, to spot the gems that might be hidden there. We have also created a strong brand, which makes us easily identifiable, and allows us to benefit from increasing word-of-mouth over the years. We also benefit from a strong referral power from our Alumni, who recommend THE QUEST to their acquaintances and new encounters. Finally, we have developed 2 thematic Instagram accounts: @thequest_fr + @blondylesbonstuyaux (the one belonging to our CEO), to constantly attract new young talents. This year, we are also betting on the launch of our YouTube channel, aimed at (very) young entrepreneurs considering dropping out. In short, a lead generation ecosystem that means today we have more young talents reaching out to us than we have scholarships and time available to grant.
What exactly is The Quest Hippodrome?
THE QUEST HIPPODROME is an investment fund that does not meet the criteria for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). This means that investors will have a discretionary role in the selection and exit of companies from the portfolio. THE QUEST HIPPODROME aims to invest the funds collected from several investors into one or more target startups in the pre-seed phase. Each deployment will be invested only in target startups co-founded by THE QUEST Training Center to ensure operational deployment in the startups. From the investor's side, they become a shareholder of the fund by subscribing to the shares issued by the fund. And the fund itself becomes a shareholder of the target startups. In this way, the investor indirectly holds shares in the target startups. They can thus realize capital gains in the event of a successful exit from the target startups.
What are the advantages of investing in a fund for an investor?
Thanks to this fund, investors will be able to invest collectively and participate in the pre-seed fundraising of high-growth potential startups. The fund is an excellent way to participate in the fundraising of a startup, sometimes of considerable size, by committing only a small part of their capital, with the average ticket size being more accessible. Investing in a fund is a very good way to reduce the risk of venture capital investment. The amounts raised in the fund are deployed across multiple targets, which maximizes the chances of gains while reducing the risks associated with this type of investment.
How does this differ from a traditional fund?
THE QUEST HIPPODROME differs from traditional investment funds: The investment targets will only be startups co-founded within THE QUEST Training Center to ensure our operational deployment in the startups. Access to exclusive startups under preferential conditions. An affordable entry ticket. Amateur investors are welcome. Accessible without needing an excellent network.
How can I become a member of The Quest Hippodrome?
To join THE QUEST Hippodrome, you need to fill out the application form, and then you will have an interview with one of our fund members. We primarily assess the alignment between our investment philosophy and the investors. There are no membership fees. You become a member by purchasing a share in the fund.
How does the investment decision-making process work?
Every investment or divestment decision must be approved by a majority of investors. A vote will be organized on this occasion with all investors. The President may present several opportunities during a single vote. THE QUEST HIPPODROME will hold at least one annual general meeting to discuss general directions with all investors.
How can I make my investment profitable?
Holding shares of unlisted companies is not very liquid, and you can profit from your investment in one of the following scenarios: 1/ Sale of the start-up 2/ The start-up raises new funds, with historical shareholders being bought out by new investors. 3/ Dividends paid by the start-up (a rarer scenario)
How do you identify young, unique talents?
Several elements allow us to detect unique young talents below the radar. First of all, throughout the year, our team gives free conferences on tech and entrepreneurship in higher education schools. Also in high schools. Then, we have a "under-the-radar" presence on Discord, Telegram, and Twitter, to spot the gems that might be hidden there. We have also created a strong brand, which makes us easily identifiable, and allows us to benefit from increasing word-of-mouth over the years. We also benefit from a strong referral power from our Alumni, who recommend THE QUEST to their acquaintances and new encounters. Finally, we have developed 2 thematic Instagram accounts: @thequest_fr + @blondylesbonstuyaux (the one belonging to our CEO), to constantly attract new young talents. This year, we are also betting on the launch of our YouTube channel, aimed at (very) young entrepreneurs considering dropping out. In short, a lead generation ecosystem that means today we have more young talents reaching out to us than we have scholarships and time available to grant.
What exactly is The Quest Hippodrome?
THE QUEST HIPPODROME is an investment fund that does not meet the criteria for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). This means that investors will have a discretionary role in the selection and exit of companies from the portfolio. THE QUEST HIPPODROME aims to invest the funds collected from several investors into one or more target startups in the pre-seed phase. Each deployment will be invested only in target startups co-founded by THE QUEST Training Center to ensure operational deployment in the startups. From the investor's side, they become a shareholder of the fund by subscribing to the shares issued by the fund. And the fund itself becomes a shareholder of the target startups. In this way, the investor indirectly holds shares in the target startups. They can thus realize capital gains in the event of a successful exit from the target startups.
What are the advantages of investing in a fund for an investor?
Thanks to this fund, investors will be able to invest collectively and participate in the pre-seed fundraising of high-growth potential startups. The fund is an excellent way to participate in the fundraising of a startup, sometimes of considerable size, by committing only a small part of their capital, with the average ticket size being more accessible. Investing in a fund is a very good way to reduce the risk of venture capital investment. The amounts raised in the fund are deployed across multiple targets, which maximizes the chances of gains while reducing the risks associated with this type of investment.
How does this differ from a traditional fund?
THE QUEST HIPPODROME differs from traditional investment funds: The investment targets will only be startups co-founded within THE QUEST Training Center to ensure our operational deployment in the startups. Access to exclusive startups under preferential conditions. An affordable entry ticket. Amateur investors are welcome. Accessible without needing an excellent network.
How can I become a member of The Quest Hippodrome?
To join THE QUEST Hippodrome, you need to fill out the application form, and then you will have an interview with one of our fund members. We primarily assess the alignment between our investment philosophy and the investors. There are no membership fees. You become a member by purchasing a share in the fund.
How does the investment decision-making process work?
Every investment or divestment decision must be approved by a majority of investors. A vote will be organized on this occasion with all investors. The President may present several opportunities during a single vote. THE QUEST HIPPODROME will hold at least one annual general meeting to discuss general directions with all investors.
How can I make my investment profitable?
Holding shares of unlisted companies is not very liquid, and you can profit from your investment in one of the following scenarios: 1/ Sale of the start-up 2/ The start-up raises new funds, with historical shareholders being bought out by new investors. 3/ Dividends paid by the start-up (a rarer scenario)
How do you identify young, unique talents?
Several elements allow us to detect unique young talents below the radar. First of all, throughout the year, our team gives free conferences on tech and entrepreneurship in higher education schools. Also in high schools. Then, we have a "under-the-radar" presence on Discord, Telegram, and Twitter, to spot the gems that might be hidden there. We have also created a strong brand, which makes us easily identifiable, and allows us to benefit from increasing word-of-mouth over the years. We also benefit from a strong referral power from our Alumni, who recommend THE QUEST to their acquaintances and new encounters. Finally, we have developed 2 thematic Instagram accounts: @thequest_fr + @blondylesbonstuyaux (the one belonging to our CEO), to constantly attract new young talents. This year, we are also betting on the launch of our YouTube channel, aimed at (very) young entrepreneurs considering dropping out. In short, a lead generation ecosystem that means today we have more young talents reaching out to us than we have scholarships and time available to grant.
What exactly is The Quest Hippodrome?
THE QUEST HIPPODROME is an investment fund that does not meet the criteria for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). This means that investors will have a discretionary role in the selection and exit of companies from the portfolio. THE QUEST HIPPODROME aims to invest the funds collected from several investors into one or more target startups in the pre-seed phase. Each deployment will be invested only in target startups co-founded by THE QUEST Training Center to ensure operational deployment in the startups. From the investor's side, they become a shareholder of the fund by subscribing to the shares issued by the fund. And the fund itself becomes a shareholder of the target startups. In this way, the investor indirectly holds shares in the target startups. They can thus realize capital gains in the event of a successful exit from the target startups.
What are the advantages of investing in a fund for an investor?
Thanks to this fund, investors will be able to invest collectively and participate in the pre-seed fundraising of high-growth potential startups. The fund is an excellent way to participate in the fundraising of a startup, sometimes of considerable size, by committing only a small part of their capital, with the average ticket size being more accessible. Investing in a fund is a very good way to reduce the risk of venture capital investment. The amounts raised in the fund are deployed across multiple targets, which maximizes the chances of gains while reducing the risks associated with this type of investment.
How does this differ from a traditional fund?
THE QUEST HIPPODROME differs from traditional investment funds: The investment targets will only be startups co-founded within THE QUEST Training Center to ensure our operational deployment in the startups. Access to exclusive startups under preferential conditions. An affordable entry ticket. Amateur investors are welcome. Accessible without needing an excellent network.
How can I become a member of The Quest Hippodrome?
To join THE QUEST Hippodrome, you need to fill out the application form, and then you will have an interview with one of our fund members. We primarily assess the alignment between our investment philosophy and the investors. There are no membership fees. You become a member by purchasing a share in the fund.
How does the investment decision-making process work?
Every investment or divestment decision must be approved by a majority of investors. A vote will be organized on this occasion with all investors. The President may present several opportunities during a single vote. THE QUEST HIPPODROME will hold at least one annual general meeting to discuss general directions with all investors.
How can I make my investment profitable?
Holding shares of unlisted companies is not very liquid, and you can profit from your investment in one of the following scenarios: 1/ Sale of the start-up 2/ The start-up raises new funds, with historical shareholders being bought out by new investors. 3/ Dividends paid by the start-up (a rarer scenario)