Alain Wertheimer

Alain Wertheimer is a French billionaire businessman, co-owner and chairman of the luxury fashion house Chanel.

Angel Investor Active Paris, France Est. 1948
Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

Alain Wertheimer is a French billionaire businessman who, along with his brother Gérard, co-owns and chairs Chanel, the iconic French luxury brand. He was born in Paris, France, on September 28, 1948, into a Jewish family. His grandfather, Pierre Wertheimer, co-founded Chanel with Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel in 1924. Alain Wertheimer assumed operational control of Chanel in 1974 and, with his brother, has overseen its growth into a global powerhouse. He is known for his discreet management style, preferring to stay out of the public eye. The Wertheimer family's fortune is managed by their family office, Mousse Partners. In October 2023, Alain Wertheimer, along with Chanel's CEO, announced a $4 million donation to organizations providing humanitarian aid to southern Israel, following the Hamas attacks.

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1 portfolio exit on record.

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Fintech & Insurtech1

Q&A

What is Alain Wertheimer's primary investment focus by sector?
Alain Wertheimer has shown a concentration in the Fintech & Insurtech sector, with all of his portfolio companies and exits falling within this category.
Can you name a notable exit for Alain Wertheimer?
Alain Wertheimer had a notable exit with MyCheck, a mobile payment company for the hospitality sector, which was acquired in March 2018 for $4.6M by O.G. Venture Partners.
What is the typical investment stage for Alain Wertheimer?
Alain Wertheimer has participated in both Seed and A Round funding stages, with one investment in each stage.
What is Alain Wertheimer's investment range?
Alain Wertheimer's investment range is between $1.7M and $4.2M.
When was Alain Wertheimer's most recent exit?
Alain Wertheimer's most recent exit was in March 2018, with the acquisition of MyCheck.
Which company is a key part of Alain Wertheimer's portfolio?
A key company in Alain Wertheimer's portfolio is MyCheck, which operates in the mobile payment space for the hospitality sector.
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