About Me
Ben is a French serial entrepreneur and business angel with investments in over 30 companies, and a background in business law. For more than 12 years, he has been building high-performing teams and scaling businesses rapidly across Europe and the US.
He previously founded Stuart, an on-demand delivery platform that raised €22M before launch and was later acquired by La Poste. Today, Stuart operates in 120+ cities with more than 750 employees.
Ben is currently the co-founder and CEO of Shares, a company regulated as an investment firm in France by the AMF and ACPR. Shares enables users to invest in stocks, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies, while drawing inspiration from experienced investors through a social and educational approach. The company has raised $90M from leading investors including Valar Ventures, Singular, Global Founders Capital, and Red Sea Ventures.
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Founders Discussion - The Endgame: IPO vs. Exit – What’s Right for Your Startup?
For founders, the endgame can take many forms—an acquisition, an IPO, or alternative exit routes. But how do you choose the right path, at the right time, and for the right reasons? This session dives into the key considerations behind exit strategies, the pros and cons of going public versus selling, and what investors really expect. Hear from founders and investors who’ve navigated these decisions, and explore how to align your exit strategy with your company’s mission, growth trajectory, and market context.