Longchamp Partners

Longchamp Partners is an independent investment bank based in Paris, France, specializing in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for ambitious entrepreneurs. The firm offers tailored advisory services across various stages of a company's lifecycle, including growth equity, build-up strategies, leveraged buyouts (LBOs), and exit strategies. With a focus on the IT & Digital sector, Longchamp Partners assists clients in defining balanced financial structures, negotiating with potential partners, and optimizing transaction conditions to achieve their strategic objectives.

The firm was founded in 2021 by Mickaël Fitoussi, who brings extensive experience from a career in investment banking and private equity. Prior to establishing Longchamp Partners, Fitoussi worked at Aforge, the investment fund Edrip Groupe Edmond de Rothschild (now Andera), and spent a decade at In Extenso Finance, the M&A subsidiary of In Extenso – Deloitte. During his time at In Extenso Finance, he specialized in the IT & Digital sector, completing over 30 operations for ESNs (Enterprise Service Networks) and software publishers. His entrepreneurial background and belief in sectoral specialization led him to create Longchamp Partners to offer a bespoke, highly involved approach to M&A.

Longchamp Partners' expertise lies particularly within the dynamic IT & Digital ecosystem. They have successfully completed numerous transactions in areas such as cybersecurity, Green IT, BI & Data Analytics, software publishing, and IT services. The firm's approach emphasizes a deep understanding of client challenges, ensuring a fluid process, and a commitment to delivering successful transactions. They are also a certified B Corporation, reflecting their commitment to high standards of social and environmental performance.

The team at Longchamp Partners comprises experienced professionals dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs. Key members include Mickaël Fitoussi as CEO & Founder, Gaëtan Dietsch as Managing Director M&A, Thomas Fontenel as M&A Director, Yoann Le-roy as M&A Associate, and Stéphanie Favier as HR & CSR Manager. Their collective background in deal-making, cross-border transactions, LBOs, and growth equity enables the firm to provide comprehensive and agile support to clients throughout their development.