Lazard Elaia Capital

Lazard Elaia Capital offers bespoke capital solutions to high-growth European B2B technology companies. The firm targets businesses with revenues between €10-100 million that are demonstrably profitable or executing a disciplined scaling strategy. It provides flexible investments of €20-60 million, acquiring either minority or control positions, while actively tailoring governance structures to support founder ambitions. This specialized approach blends diverse investment methodologies, integrating insights from venture capital, growth equity, and private equity to foster robust development.

The entity was formed in 2024 as a strategic joint venture, predominantly owned by Lazard, a distinguished global financial advisory firm, with a significant stake held by Elaia Partners, a leading European technology venture capital firm. Xavier Lazarus, co-founder and Managing Partner of Elaia Partners, spearheads the new venture. This partnership was conceived from the insight that combining Elaia's profound technological expertise and local market immersion with Lazard's extensive international network and financial acumen would create a unique platform to address the evolving capital demands of European tech.

Lazard Elaia Capital’s clientele consists of scaling European B2B technology enterprises ready for their next stage of growth. The firm’s vision is to act as a strategic partner, working closely with entrepreneurs to navigate complex scaling challenges with enhanced clarity and conviction. Through this collaborative model, Lazard Elaia Capital endeavors to cultivate and empower the forthcoming wave of European technology leaders, contributing to the broader tech ecosystem's advancement.