Co-founder & Owner
Julie Daffourd
Co-founder and co-owner, she took over operational leadership of the holding in January 2020 and co-founded the Venture Artisan.
Julie Daffourd took over operational leadership of Daffourd Invest in January 2020, when illness forced her father to step back from operations. She sits on the board and investment committee, and co-founded the Venture Artisan in 2022.
At the helm of the holding, she has contributed to 50+ holdings, with particular attention to women-founded and women-led companies.
A passionate contemporary art collector, she has built a dual legitimacy in art and investing, and leads Kastel’s member relations.