1st Kind

About 1st Kind

1st Kind is an early-stage investment group backed by the Peugeot Family, focusing on backing visionary founders who tackle hard problems with technology. They invest primarily in Europe and leverage a deep industrial heritage to bridge the worlds of atoms and bits, supporting portfolio companies from pre-seed to Series A with strategic guidance and an extensive European network. Their thesis centers on deeptech innovation, industrial applications, and climate solutions, combining patient capital with a hands-on, value-added approach. They emphasize collaboration with top funds to build durable, globally scalable companies rooted in European dynamism.