Paradise Club is a highly selective global investment community of founders, operators, and investors who co-invest in exceptional startups and private technology companies.

Paradise Club provides curated access to off-market and hard-to-access investment opportunities, typically reserved for top-tier venture funds, and structures them through dedicated Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs).

Paradise Club is not a fund, not a platform, and not an investment advisor.
It is a private, relationship-driven investment community.

Each opportunity shared with members is:

• Sourced directly from founders, leading venture funds, or trusted insiders
• Reviewed and selected by Maxime Paradis
• Personally invested in by Maxime Paradis on the same economic terms as members
• Structured through a dedicated SPV for execution and governance

Paradise Club prioritizes quality over quantity. Only a limited number of opportunities are shared each year.

Paradise Club operates on a fundamentally different model:

• No blind pool of capital
• No mandatory capital commitments
• Deal-by-deal investment decisions
• Low minimum investment tickets
• Access to private opportunities without requiring an existing VC network
• Direct exposure via SPVs

Members retain full discretion over whether and when they invest.

Maxime Paradis:

• Sources and selects all investment opportunities
• Leads negotiations and allocation discussions
• Acts as Deal Lead on SPVs
• Personally invests in every deal presented to members

His network across founders, VCs, and private markets enables early, privileged, and often off-market access.

Yes. There are no membership or subscription fees.

However, Paradise Club is highly selective. Membership is granted only to individuals aligned with the Club’s values, mindset, and long-term approach to private investing.

You may apply via the application form available on our website.

All applications are reviewed manually.
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance.

Paradise Club receives a high volume of applications and accepts only a minority.

Selection is based on:

• Alignment with our values
• Long-term investment mindset
• Ability to engage responsibly with private investments

Being declined is not a judgment on quality, but on fit.

Paradise Club is not suitable for individuals who:

• Seek guaranteed or short-term returns
• Require frequent liquidity
• Prefer low-risk or managed investment products
• Are uncomfortable with uncertainty and potential loss

Paradise Club is designed for long-term, aligned investors.

Accepted members may receive private access to:

• Curated investment opportunities via SPVs
• Investment memos and documentation
• Deal pages and allocation links
• A private investor community

Membership does not guarantee access to any specific deal or allocation.

Paradise Club primarily focuses on:

• Pre-Seed and Seed startups
• Late-stage and pre-IPO private technology companies
• Selective secondary opportunities

Thematic focus typically includes software, AI, deeptech, and strategic technology infrastructure.

From a large volume of opportunities reviewed, only a small number are selected.

Yes. Investments may be made:

• As an individual
• Through a holding company
• Through another legal entity

Eligibility and tax treatment depend on your jurisdiction and structure.
Paradise Club does not provide tax or legal advice.

Fees vary by deal and are disclosed in advance. They may include:

1. Entry / structuring fees
Cover sourcing, analysis, structuring, and SPV setup.

2. Operational and administrative fees
Cover legal, platform, and SPV-related operations where applicable.

3. Carried interest (carry)
A percentage of net profits, payable only if a capital gain is realized.

Paradise Club earns performance-based compensation only when investors make profits.

Each deal has a minimum subscription threshold.

If the threshold is not met:

• The transaction is cancelled
• Funds are returned to investors

In the event of oversubscription:

• Allocations may be reduced or declined
• Priority is not guaranteed
• Final allocation decisions are made by the Deal Lead

Access to a deal does not guarantee allocation.

Liquidity is not guaranteed.

Potential liquidity events may include:

• Sale of the underlying company
• Secondary transactions
• Buyout offers involving the SPV

All liquidity events depend on market conditions and third-party decisions.

1. Submit a commitment on the deal page
2. Complete KYC / KYB procedures
3. Review and sign SPV documentation
4. Wire funds to the designated platform
5. SPV is incorporated and funded
6. Funds are invested into the target company
7. Final documentation is provided

No. Paradise Club does not provide:

• Investment advice
• Portfolio management
• Personalized recommendations

All information shared is for informational purposes only.
Each member is solely responsible for their own investment decisions and due diligence.

Investing in startups and private companies involves significant risk, including:

• Illiquidity
• Long holding periods
• High failure rates
• Partial or total loss of capital

Past performance is not indicative of future results.
You should only invest capital you can afford to lose.

Paradise Club is a global community and may accept international investors depending on deal structure and jurisdiction.

For US investors:

• Non-US SPVs may qualify as PFICs under US tax law
• Additional filings (e.g. Form 8621) may be required
• Paradise Club does not assist with US tax compliance

Investors should consult qualified advisors prior to investing.

Paradise Club:

• Does not manage funds
• Does not provide investment services
• Does not act as an investment advisor
• Does not manage assets on behalf of clients

It operates as a private investment community, not a regulated financial institution.

All information shared within Paradise Club is confidential.

Members agree not to:

• Publicly disclose deal information
• Redistribute materials without authorization

Certain opportunities may require execution of a separate NDA.

The information provided on this website and within Paradise Club communications is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, legal advice, tax advice, or a recommendation to buy or sell securities.

Members acknowledge and agree that:

They are not relying on Paradise Club, its representatives, or any materials as a fiduciary, advisor, or agent
All investment decisions are made independently and at their own discretion
They are responsible for conducting their own analysis and obtaining professional advice as appropriate

Certain statements may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual outcomes may differ materially.

Information may be based on data provided by third parties. Paradise Club makes no representation or warranty as to its accuracy or completeness.

Nothing on this website constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities in any jurisdiction where such activity would be unlawful.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Paradise Club disclaims any liability for losses, damages, or claims arising from reliance on the information provided or participation in any investment opportunity.

This website and Paradise Club activities are governed by French law.
Any dispute shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of Paris, France, unless otherwise required by mandatory law.

Users are solely responsible for compliance with applicable laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions.