The vision of Olivier Dellenbach and ChapsVision rewarded
It is with immense pride that we pursue our daily commitment to building a sovereign, strong, and independent digital Europe. This commitment, placed at the heart of our corporate strategy, has recently been highlighted in the most beautiful way. This recognition underlines an absolute truth in the current geopolitical context: the crucial importance of mastering our strategic data and technologies in the face of global challenges.
On this occasion, Olivier Dellenbach, President and Founder of ChapsVision, was elevated to the rank of Knight of the Legion of Honour. A distinction that goes beyond individual success to honor a collective vision of European technology.
The crucial challenge of digital sovereignty in Europe
In an era where data has become the new fuel of the global economy, technological dependence is no longer an option. Faced with the hegemony of American (GAFAM) and Asian giants, Europe must develop its own infrastructure and software solutions. European digital sovereignty consists of ensuring that our businesses, institutions, and citizens maintain absolute control over their sensitive information.
This is precisely where French Tech players come in. Mastering critical data technologies and the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on our territory is the only way to guarantee our long-term economic security, confidentiality, and strategic independence.
ChapsVision: A visionary builder of data technologies and AI
The presentation of the Legion of Honour to Olivier Dellenbach by Nicolas Dufourcq, CEO of Bpifrance, is no coincidence. It honors the hard work of a dedicated builder of the French tech ecosystem. Since its creation, ChapsVision has established itself as a key player in massive data processing (Big Data) and digital investigation.
By providing sovereign software solutions to businesses (B2B) and government entities (B2G), the company enables the power of Artificial Intelligence to be harnessed while respecting strict European regulatory frameworks, such as the GDPR. This distinction therefore validates a business model where technological innovation serves State independence and business competitiveness.
Technology serving humanity: The commitment of the HappyCap Foundation
While the business leader is rewarded, the man of conviction is also recognized today. Sovereignty and technology only make sense if they serve humanity. That is why this honor also highlights a project close to our hearts, deeply rooted in ChapsVision's DNA and corporate culture: the HappyCap Foundation.
Through this foundation, Olivier Dellenbach is actively committed to the inclusion and support of mental and cognitive disabilities. This Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach demonstrates that Tech for Good leaders can combine economic hyper-growth, cutting-edge innovation, and positive social impact.
French innovation: a deeply collective success
In the digital sector, no leader is built alone. Olivier Dellenbach wished to dedicate this Legion of Honour to the entire ecosystem that supports him daily, recalling that sovereignty is a joint effort. This success is shared with:
- The personal circle of trust: His wife Beatrice Dellenbach, his children, grandchildren, family, and loved ones, the true pillars of his entrepreneurial journey.
- Corporate talents: ChapsVision's teams—engineers, developers, and employees—who are the daily drivers of this technological innovation.
- Strategic financial partners: Strong investors who support ChapsVision's ambition and enable the financing of sovereignty, namely Bpifrance, Tikehau Capital, Qualium Investissement, GENEO Capital Entrepreneur, and Jolt Capital.
- The visionaries: The pioneers and initial clients who believed in these sovereign projects, sometimes even before the solutions were fully visible on the market.
Toward a bright digital future for French Tech
Finally, this distinction reflects on the entire French Tech ecosystem. It sends a strong signal to all those who, every day, contribute to making French innovation shine internationally. Building the European champion of data is a marathon, and this recognition marks a fundamental milestone. More than ever, the course is set: continue to innovate, unite, and build Europe's digital future.