JÉROME JOAUG

Jérome Joaug is a distinguished Venture Partner at Aster Capital, a prominent corporate venture fund known for its strategic investments in industrial innovation and energy transition. At Aster Capital, Jérome plays a pivotal role in identifying and nurturing groundbreaking startups that align with the fund's mission to drive digital transformation across various sectors. His expertise spans critical areas such as deep tech, Industry 4.0, smart cities, new mobility, and advanced manufacturing, making him a key figure in the European venture ecosystem.

Before joining Aster Capital, Jérome Joaug built an impressive career at ENGIE, one of the world's largest utility companies. During his tenure at ENGIE, he held several influential positions, including Head of Corporate Venturing and Head of Innovation & New Business. These roles provided him with invaluable experience in scouting, evaluating, and investing in innovative technologies and business models. His work at ENGIE involved fostering strategic partnerships with startups and integrating their solutions into the broader corporate strategy, giving him a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of corporate innovation and startup agility.

Jérome's investment focus at Aster Capital is deeply rooted in his background in energy and industrial sectors. He is particularly interested in companies that are developing disruptive technologies for the energy transition, sustainable infrastructure, and the digitalization of industrial processes. His portfolio involvement has included companies like OpenDataSoft, a data sharing platform, and DCbrain, an AI solution for complex network optimization, reflecting his commitment to supporting ventures that offer tangible solutions to real-world industrial challenges. These experiences highlight his ability to identify promising ventures and guide them towards significant growth and market impact.

With a strong academic foundation from École Polytechnique and Mines ParisTech, Jérome Joaug combines rigorous analytical skills with a deep understanding of technological trends and market dynamics. His strategic vision and hands-on approach make him an invaluable asset to both Aster Capital and the startups he supports. He is dedicated to fostering innovation that not only generates financial returns but also contributes to a more sustainable and technologically advanced future. Through his work, Jérome Joaug continues to shape the landscape of industrial deep tech and energy innovation.