IMPACT 40/120: Working together to propel the new generation of entrepreneurs to the top

On Wednesday November 27, the winners of the IMPACT 40/120 index got together with MP Paul Midy, the main political supporter of start-ups. While the first edition of the IMPACT 40/120 index identified the ecosystem's champion impact start-ups, this exchange was an opportunity for unfiltered dialogue at a time when the Finance Bill raises crucial issues for innovation and impact entrepreneurship.

A unifying evening for the winners

At the heart of the discussions was the creation of a dedicated scheme for Young Innovative Impact Companies. The aim: to guarantee greater support for those who are shaping the economy of tomorrow. The directors of the winning start-ups were able to ask the MP all their questions about this scheme and the concrete ways in which it could be supported by political decision-makers.

Following this exchange, the evening featured a number of meetings between the winners and members of the jury. Together, they discussed the issues and concerns of impact entrepreneurs.

A new ambition for Impact 40/120

Having delivered on all its promises in 2024, the index will return in 2025 with the aim of being an even more powerful springboard to propel the most promising impact start-ups to the top and transform the French economic landscape. Together, an entire ecosystem is mobilizing for a more innovative and responsible future. 

The IMPACT 40/120 2025 call for applications will open at the end of January, and the 2025 winners will be revealed at ChangeNOW, in April 2025. Stay tuned!