Portrait — 5 questions about Anthony Bourbon, the entrepreneur who started from nothing and became a millionaire

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At 36 years old, Anthony Bourbon is one of the most publicized French entrepreneurs. At the head of a rapidly expanding empire, he embodies the French American dream, proving that it is possible to rise from the most modest origins to the heights of success.

Who is Anthony Bourbon ?

Born in Bordeaux on May 22, 1988 , Anthony Bourbon is gradually establishing himself as an emblematic figure of French entrepreneurship. He founded two successful companies, in addition to being a very active business angel. However, everything has not always been rosy in the life of the businessman, who describes himself as a “ formerly poor ”.

What was his youth like ?

Anthony Bourbon doesn't hide it and this is what, according to him, is his strength  : he really “ struggled ” before getting to where he is. At a very young age, he had to face a tumultuous family life. His father is violent, his mother suffers from depression. A situation that harms his relationship with the latter, he admits in the show Legend Business broadcast on YouTube.

When he was a teenager, his parents divorced and he found himself alone with his mother. The situation worsens, and the young man finds himself on the street. “ I could have finished very badly ”, he confides. To get by, Anthony Bourbon multiplies the “ small businesses ”, ranging from calculator traffic to scooter unlocking. He explains that he sensed the opportunity, his classmates in one of the most prestigious high schools in Bordeaux being in demand for such services. Later, he resold German cars, purchased across the Rhine, and kept a percentage of the transactions.

Bearing his eventful beginnings as a standard, the entrepreneur defines himself as a fervent defender of meritocracy, which he considers almost non-existent in France. His objective: to shake up the established order.

What studies did he carry out??

Scientific baccalaureate, Anthony began studying law in Bordeaux. At the same time, he launched into club deals in real estate alongside certain wealthier friends, starting with small properties in the Bordeaux suburbs. This type of agreement is established between several partners, making it possible to acquire a high-value asset that a single investor would have difficulty financing or managing.

This is his first real adventure in entrepreneurship, which allows him to earn larger sums. Having a taste for risk, the young entrepreneur dares. He sometimes loses everything, but he continues his momentum at the same time as his studies. Once he acquired his degree in Private Law, he went to Paris to complete a master's degree in Real Estate Science.

What are his companies ?

Building on his first entrepreneurial experiences, Anthony Bourbon founded his first company at the age of 27. Feedwas born in 2016. Its model is directly inspired by the daily life of the young businessman: he doesn't like cooking, and doesn't really have time for it. The young shoot offers meals to drink and are quick to prepare.

Concretely, a powder containing all the nutritional needs of human beings is poured into water, allowing you to feel satisfied without wasting time. The idea appealed, and even attracted the American giant Pepsi, which decided to invest in the start-up alongside business angels. Feed has raised 40 million euros since its creation. Its offering has evolved over time, notably with a range of snacks which has been very successful. Today, Anthony Bourbon holds 35% of the company’s capital.

Feed is establishing itself as a gateway to the world of start-ups, fundraising and above all, cashout. This practice consists of selling the shares of a start-up, obtained during a previous fundraising, in order to generate immediate liquidity. An effective method, he explains, to generate millions of euros if you go about it well.

In 2022, Anthony Bourbon is an investor seasoned. He reconnected with his passion for club deals and founded Blast. The firm offers ordinary people the opportunity to invest in promising start-ups. To do this, they must subscribe to a subscription and can also benefit from training from experts. Famous personalities are also part of the adventure, like Tony Parker for example.

How did he gain notoriety ?< /h2>

Still in 2022, the entrepreneur joins the cast of season 2 of Who wants to be my partner ?on M6. As an investor, he evaluates and finances start-up projects presented by managers seeking strategic support. His participation in the show allows him to make his companies known in advance.

Anthony Bourbon has also published a book entitled Force your destiny – Resilience, ambition, passion. In it, he talks about his origins, his career and his entrepreneurial success.

How much is his fortune ?

The businessman has invested in more than 40 French start-ups, mainly small companies with strong potential rather than unicorns. A winning strategy that is proving to be winning: his fortune is estimated at 100 million euros and he does not intend to stop there. Anthony Bourbon aims to become a billionaire before he turns 40.To achieve this, he relies on iron daily discipline, built from solid experience. Because he fully accepts it: his story is also dotted with numerous failures.

« My personal destiny m  ;#8217;gave this desire for revenge, for revenge. When no one believes in you, you want to show the world that they were wrong to abandon you. I think that this flame will remain engraved inside me “, he confided to Figaro ago two years.

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