# Iskn

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/iskn

- Industry: Consumer Products
- Headquarters: France
- Website: www.iskn.co
- Total disclosed funding: $13M
- Latest round: Series C (Mar 6, 2020)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Iskn SAS specializes in innovative digital drawing solutions, combining traditional drawing methods with advanced technology to enhance creativity and collaboration across various sectors.Founded in 2014, Iskn SAS is based in France and offers products that integrate traditional drawing with digital capabilities. The company was established by Jean-Luc Vallejo, Stephen Walsh, and Timothee Jobert, and has successfully raised a total of EUR 3.85 million through 5 funding deals, with the latest Series C round completed on March 6, 2020. Iskn's headquarters is located in Lyon, France, where they focus on delivering advanced digital solutions to artists and educators. Jean-Luc Vallejo also serves as the CEO and has a notable history in entrepreneurship.Iskn's core product offerings include the Repaper graphics tablet and the Digital Dry-Erase Whiteboard. The Repaper allows users to enjoy the tactile experience of drawing on paper while simultaneously capturing their sketches and notes in real time through proprietary magnetic detection technology, GMS™ (Gradient Magnetostatic Sensing). This innovative device is designed for artists, educators, and professionals who seek a seamless blend of traditional drawing methods with digital functionality. The Digital Dry-Erase Whiteboard facilitates collaboration in educational and corporate environments by digitizing handwritten content, allowing for instant sharing and enhancing productivity among team members, regardless of their physical location. Both products are actively utilized by over 100,000 users across more than 30 countries, including key markets in Europe, the USA, and Asia.In 2023, Iskn reported a revenue of EUR 831,848.50, with an EBITDA of EUR -2,136,673.20. Their revenue generation primarily revolves around direct sales of flagship products, which serve both individual consumers and institutional clients, establishing a diverse client base aimed at enhancing creative and collaborative processes.Iskn SAS plans to leverage its recent Series C funding of EUR 3.85 million to enhance its product offerings and expand into new markets. The company is focused on developing upcoming products that integrate even more advanced features for artists and educators, although specific release dates have not been disclosed. Furthermore, Iskn aims to target expansion in the Asian markets by the end of 2024, alongside strengthening its presence in existing global regions. The funding from the recent investment round will facilitate research and development, enabling the launch of new products designed to meet the evolving needs of their user base.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Mar 6, 2020, $4.3M — Partech Partners, Credit Mutuel Equity, IXO Private Equity, C4 Ventures
- Series B, Jul 18, 2018, $7M — Partech Partners, Credit Mutuel Equity, IXO Private Equity, C4 Ventures, Supernova Invest
- Series A, Oct 29, 2014, $1.9M — Partech Partners, CEA Investissement, Kima Ventures

## Investors

- Partech Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/partech-partners) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- CEA Investissement (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cea-investissement) — Series A
- Kima Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kima-ventures) — Series A
- Credit Mutuel Equity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/credit-mutuel-equity) — Series B, Series C
- IXO Private Equity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ixo-private-equity) — Series B, Series C
- C4 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/c4-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Supernova Invest (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/supernova-invest) — Series B