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Thomas Renaudin

Thomas Renaudin

VC Principal, former judoka and paratrooper, deeptech investor

Paris, France
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Joined April 2025
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Summary

Thomas Renaudin is a Principal at OVNI Capital, a Paris-based deeptech venture capital firm, where he focuses on investing in challenging industries. He joined as a founding member and has contributed to the firm's growth and investment strategies. ovni+3
With a background in high-level sports, Thomas is a former judoka for France, having competed in national and international championships, including a 1st place finish at the French U21 Championships. His time at INSEP as a top athlete highlights his discipline and competitive spirit. judoinside+2
Beyond judo, Thomas Renaudin is an avid parachutist with over a thousand jumps, having considered a professional career in the sport. This interest demonstrates a strong aptitude for stress management, responsibility, and the pursuit of demanding activities. substack
Thomas holds MSc and BSc degrees in Economics from Paris-Dauphine and Université PSL. His academic foundation in economics supports his analytical approach to venture capital and understanding market dynamics.
He is a prolific writer on Medium, frequently publishing articles on venture capital, deeptech trends, emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing, and market analysis, often through the OVNI Capital publication. medium

Work

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Writing

Sell the work/service

November 1, 2024

Focuses on vertical integrators and their model to transform industries.

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See-Write-Do Systems

September 1, 2024

An article discussing camera systems in various industries and their applications.

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Software-Defined Everything

August 1, 2024

An article exploring the concept of 'Software-Defined Everything'.

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Joining a VC firm as a founding member: a 1.5-Year Retrospective

March 1, 2024

Reflections on joining OVNI Capital as a founding associate.

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Direct Air Capture: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going

September 1, 2023

Discusses the history and future prospects of direct air capture technology.

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The Rising Quantum Industry: Current State and Future Prospects

May 1, 2023

Examines the current state and future of the quantum industry.

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Cloud Infrastructure Wars: Lessons for GenAI Companies

April 1, 2023

Discusses lessons from cloud infrastructure for generative AI companies.

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eb3 is here to stay

September 1, 2022

Discusses the persistence and relevance of web3 technologies despite market struggles.

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a16z’s Investment In Adam Neumann’s New Venture

September 1, 2022

Analyzes Andreessen Horowitz's investment in Adam Neumann's new venture, Flow.

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Recession through inflation

August 1, 2022

Examines market recession, inflation, and expectations for stock markets.

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Hobbies

Thomas Renaudin is a judoka who has competed at national and international levels, achieving 1st place in the French U21 Championships. judoinside+2

He is an experienced parachutist with over 1000 jumps and considered a full-time career in the sport, showcasing a passion for high-adrenaline activities and calculated risk-taking. substack