Lafayette Plug and Play

Lafayette Plug and Play is a startup accelerator based in Paris, France, focused on supporting French and international startups disrupting the retail and e-commerce sectors. The organization operates a three-month tailored program, running two annual classes that each select approximately 10 startups. It provides participating companies with access to venture capitalists, mentors, and corporate partners, leveraging its connection to the Galeries Lafayette Group and the broader Plug and Play Tech Center ecosystem. This partnership was established with Plug and Play Tech Center, founded by Saeed Amidi, to foster innovation within the retail industry. Lafayette Plug and Play was launched in 2016 as a joint venture between the Galeries Lafayette Group and Plug and Play Tech Center. Its business model centers on operates as an accelerator platform created by Galeries Lafayette Group in partnership with Plug and Play Tech Center, funded through corporate partnerships and investments in startups.