SESAMm is delighted to announce the addition of Emmanuel de La Ville, a renowned ESG expert, to our advisory board. Emmanuel’s extensive experience in ESG research and sustainable finance will undoubtedly bring invaluable insights and strategic direction to SESAMm as we continue to innovate and expand our AI-powered text analysis tools.

Background

Emmanuel de La Ville has dedicated the past two decades to advancing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards in the finance industry. As the founder, ex-CEO, and senior advisor of EthiFinance, Emmanuel spearheaded the creation and development of an independent ESG rating agency in Paris, known for its specialization in the small and midcap segment. Under his leadership, EthiFinance became a well-respected European organization, conducting over 2,000 assessments annually.

Founding EthiFinance

In 2004, driven by a vision to transform the finance industry, Emmanuel founded EthiFinance. The agency focuses on evaluating companies based on their Corporate Sustainability performance. Beyond his track record in promoting ESG accountability towards listed companies Emmanuel’s innovative approach included developing a robust ESG research methodology and conducting due diligence for companies owned by private equity firms.

Views on SESAMm and the Applications of AI to ESG

In a recent interview, Emmanuel expressed his enthusiasm for joining SESAMm and highlighted the company’s commitment to leveraging AI technology to enhance ESG insights and drive responsible investment. Emmanuel believes that SESAMm’s innovative text analysis tools can play a crucial role in identifying and mitigating ESG risks, thereby promoting more sustainable business practices.

"SESAMm’s AI-powered tools are essential for analyzing vast amounts of data and uncovering hidden ESG risks and opportunities," Emmanuel stated. "This technology allows a more comprehensive understanding of a company’s performance beyond traditional financial metrics. It’s about creating value not just for shareholders but for all stakeholders."

Purpose-Driven Career in ESG and Ethical Practices

A deep sense of purpose has driven Emmanuel’s dedication to ethical practices and sustainability throughout his career. His journey from traditional finance to founding EthiFinance was motivated by a desire to align business practices with ethical values. Emmanuel’s belief in transparency, fairness, and the long-term well-being of all stakeholders has been a guiding principle in his work.

"Ethical behavior and sustainable practices have always been at the heart of my career," Emmanuel remarked. "I left the corporate world because I couldn’t see the sense in contributing to short-term profit maximization at the expense of broader societal and environmental well-being. Founding EthiFinance was about creating an approach to measure and promote responsible business practices."

The Future of ESG

Looking ahead, Emmanuel is optimistic about the future of ESG and the role of AI in shaping it. He foresees a growing demand for transparency and accountability in corporate behavior, driven by regulatory pressures and investor expectations. Emmanuel is particularly excited about the potential of AI to enhance ESG data quality and accessibility, enabling more informed decision-making.

Emmanuel de La Ville’s addition to SESAMm’s advisory board marks a significant milestone in our journey towards integrating AI with ESG analysis. His expertise and passion for ethical business practices will undoubtedly strengthen our mission to provide cutting-edge solutions for responsible investing. We are thrilled to welcome Emmanuel and look forward to the invaluable contributions he will bring to SESAMm.

"We are thrilled to welcome Emmanuel de La Ville to our advisory board. His profound expertise in ESG and unwavering commitment to ethical practices align perfectly with SESAMm's mission to provide advanced, responsible AI-driven solutions. Emmanuel's insights will be instrumental in guiding our efforts to enhance ESG analysis and promote sustainable investment practices." said Sylvain Forté, SESAMm's CEO & Co-founder

For more information about SESAMm’s AI-powered ESG insights and our latest developments, please visit our website.

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Joint customers can streamline their ESG risk decision-making process with SESAMm’s extensive coverage of private and public companies.

Paris, France, May 2 — SESAMm, a global leader in AI-powered ESG insights, today announced that it has launched its ESG Controversy Alerts Data on Snowflake Marketplace. SESAMm’s data availability on Snowflake Marketplace will enable joint customers to access SESAMm’s data lake with 25 billion documents, consisting of five million public and private companies, and across multiple languages.

"With SESAMm's ESG Controversy Alerts Data now available on Snowflake Marketplace, we're giving our mutual customers the tools they need to swiftly and accurately assess ESG risks. This move marks a significant step in our collaboration with Snowflake, aiming to simplify how companies access and use ESG data for better decision-making." Said Sylvain Forté, CEO & Co-founder, SESAMm.

SESAMm is using Snowflake to help joint customers inform business decisions and drive innovations by:

• Evaluating target companies' viability and sustainable behavior
• Monitoring portfolio companies for ESG controversies
• Conducting ESG risk assessments of partners, suppliers, or companies of interest
  

In addition to enhancing risk-based decision-making, joint customers will be able to access one of the most granular insights in the industry. This includes companies of interest in over 100 languages, automatically analyzed and translated by SESAMm’s AI advanced algorithms, which are delivered via data feed or dashboards.

“We are thrilled to welcome SESAMm’s cutting-edge ESG Controversy Alerts data into the Snowflake Marketplace. This integration not only enriches our ecosystem but also empowers our customers with seamless access to insights important for making better-informed, sustainable decisions. We are excited about the possibilities this partnership unlocks for joint customers’  understanding, and addressing ESG risks.” said Kieran Kennedy, Head of Marketplace, Snowflake.

Joint customers can now leverage SESAMm on Snowflake Marketplace, allowing them to evaluate and monitor ESG risks in any private or public company by obtaining access to third-party data, eliminating data silos in their organization, and all through Snowflake Secure Data Sharing.

About SESAMm

SESAMm is a global leader in ESG controversy data, using advanced Generative AI. It automates monitoring and due diligence on public and private assets. SESAMm provides coverage for more than 5 million companies in multiple languages. SESAMm works with top international firms such as Carlyle, Warburg, Natixis, RBI, Fitch and Oddo.

SESAMm’s AI Technology Reveals ESG Insights

Discover unparalleled insights into ESG controversies, risks, and opportunities across industries. Learn more about how SESAMm can help you analyze millions of private and public companies using AI-powered text analysis tools.

Paris, France, April 11, 2024 - Expanding its ESG controversy coverage and off-the-shelf solutions, Manaos, a subsidiary of BNP Paribas and a modular investment service platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with SESAMm, a leading authority in ESG controversy data powered by advanced Generative AI. This collaboration marks a milestone in providing comprehensive, AI-powered ESG controversies insights directly to financial institutions and corporate clients.

Through this partnership, Manaos will integrate SESAMm's cutting-edge ESG controversies data into its platform, offering a dedicated dashboard and controversies reports for institutional investors and asset management companies and adding private equity firms to its offering. This integration expands Manaos' coverage of controversies, not just for listed assets but also for private assets, tapping into the world’s largest set of events captured on controversies in over 5 million private and public companies, in addition to providing access to the most granular ESG controversy dataset in the world.

Sylvain Forté, CEO & Co-founder of SESAMm, highlighted the importance of the partnership, stating, "At SESAMm, we're committed to delivering transparent and comprehensive ESG controversy data, providing essential insights for our financial and corporate clients. By partnering with Manaos, we are not only expanding our reach but also empowering financial institutions to seamlessly integrate ESG considerations into their investment strategies."

This strategic partnership between Manaos and SESAMm signifies a forward leap in integrating ESG considerations into investment strategies, offering unprecedented access to sophisticated ESG controversy insights for the financial industry.

Benoit Guibourg, Head of Product of Manaos, added: "We're thrilled to partner with SESAMm, a renowned expert in ESG controversy analysis leveraging the power of AI. Thanks to this collaboration, Manaos aims to provide an extensive offer on ESG controversies and leverage the platform to incorporate comprehensive ESG reputational insights in custom or ready-to-use dashboards and reports. SESAMm's expertise extends our ability to guide clients through the complexities of ESG considerations, marking a significant milestone in our mission towards sustainable investing. Furthermore, we are eager to work with SESAMm to unlock the power of their extensive coverage of the private world and provide ready-to-use solutions for our clients."

For further information on Manaos and SESAMm, please visit their websites at www.manaos.com and www.sesamm.com.

About SESAMm:

SESAMm is a global leader in ESG controversy data, using advanced Generative AI. It automates monitoring and due diligence on public and private assets. SESAMm provides coverage for more than 5 million companies in multiple languages. SESAMm works with top international firms such as Carlyle, Warburg, Natixis, RBI, Fitch, and Oddo.

About Manaos:

Manaos, a technology subsidiary of BNP Paribas, powers an all-in-one platform that connects the traditional information systems of institutional investors and asset management companies with carefully selected rating agencies and fintechs to manage all their investment services seamlessly. In practice, the Manaos platform enables investors to collect their fund compositions from their asset managers, while standardising portfolio data and allowing for asset-level portfolio look-through. From there, Manaos empowers asset managers and asset owners to test and measure their ESG investments performance by connecting their portfolio data to a range of over 20 best-of-breed ESG data providers (including MSCI, S&P Sustainable 1, Morningstar Sustainalytics, Moody’s and ISS ESG). Once enriched with third-party data, Manaos offers flexible, multimodal portfolio data extraction along with seamless data visualisation and dashboards features. Finally, Manaos reporting solutions help investors with the production of EETs (European ESG Template), SFDR PAI Statements, TCFD, LEC Art.29, Taxonomy and SDR regulatory reports, client ESG reports and more. For more information, visit www.manaos.com

Paris, January 18, 2024 – SESAMm, a leader in AI-powered text analysis, is proud to announce its recognition in the Forrester report "ESG Data And Analytics Providers Landscape, Q1 2024."

Sylvain Forte, CEO of SESAMm, commented, “We are thrilled to be recognized by Forrester. Our AI-driven approach, particularly our flagship product, TextReveal®, positions us uniquely in the market. TextReveal® leverages a vast data lake and advanced natural language processing to provide comprehensive insights on public and private companies, a capability not commonly found in traditional ESG analytics.”

Alexandre Tiesset, Head of ESG at SESAMm, added, “Our technology's ability to process massive volumes of data, provide nuanced ESG insights and stakeholder feedback is a game changer. It significantly enhances our clients' ability to assess non-financial risks and monitor ESG-related events, offering them a more accurate and effective solution for their needs.”

SESAMm's AI technology sets it apart as a leader in ESG analytics, enabling more precise and timely insights into ESG controversies and positive events. This technology empowers private equity firms, asset managers, corporations, and financial institutions to monitor and identify company events and controversies, providing an edge in the rapidly evolving landscape of sustainable investment.

For more information about SESAMm and its innovative solutions, please visit www.sesamm.com.

Download the full Forrester report, The ESG Data And Analytics Providers Landscape Report for Q1 2024 (available to Forrester subscribers and for purchase).

About SESAMm

SESAMm is an innovative leader in AI and big data analytics for investment. The company specializes in using advanced natural language processing and machine learning techniques to provide comprehensive ESG and thematic insights, aiding clients in identifying potential risks and opportunities in their investment portfolios.

SESAMm’s AI Technology Reveals ESG Insights

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SESAMm is thrilled to welcome Stéphane Besson as the newest member of its board of directors. Stéphane is a seasoned expert in the finance industry with a rich background that includes BNPP and McKinsey. He has a notable track record, most prominently as the CEO of Coalition Greenwich for more than ten years. Under Stephane’s leadership, Coalition Greenwich, part of S&P, flourished to become the leader in providing strategic insights and analytics to the financial sector across Banks and Asset Managers.

“We are absolutely delighted to have Stéphane join our team. His remarkable journey in scaling Coalition Greenwich and advisory roles in several companies make him an ideal addition to SESAMm. His insights and strategic acumen will be incredibly valuable as we continue to expand our reach, especially in the European market where we have established a strong presence, and as we aim to increase our footprint in the US market,” commented Sylvain Forté, SESAMm’s CEO & Co-founder.

In his new role at SESAMm, Stéphane will not only be a board member but also an active strategic advisor. He currently also holds positions on Accelex and Acin boards and serves as chairman at Validis. His extensive experience guiding Coalition Greenwich's growth and advising various firms aligns perfectly with SESAMm’s mission. SESAMm, having recently secured $37MM in funding, is at a pivotal growth phase. The company specializes in leveraging AI to detect ESG controversies in public and private companies,

“I am very excited to join SESAMm. The quality of the team and their vision to bring more transparency to the ESG space convinced me immediately. I am looking forward to helping them deliver on their vision for their clients and the industry more broadly.” said Stéphane.

Stéphane's addition to the board is a testament to SESAMm's commitment to excellence and growth in AI-powered ESG insights. His strategic insights will contribute significantly to guiding SESAMm's growth in the global market.

We are proud to share that SESAMm has been highlighted in Elaia's Annual Sustainability Report for 2022. Elaia has been historically committed to fostering sustainability and ESG excellence, and SESAMm is honored to be identified as a top ESG-focused company within its portfolio.

The report underscores SESAMm’s pioneering AI technologies, capable of analyzing billions of textual data, from articles to blogs. This technology equips private equity firms, asset managers, and leading financial institutions with accurate and timely insights into ESG controversies, trends, and positive impact indicators.

This acknowledgment supports SESAMm’s dedication to reshaping the ESG landscape. Our keen focus on aligning market operations with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) positions us as a leader in the sustainable finance ecosystem.

To learn more about SESAMm’s role in advancing sustainable finance, we invite you to download the full report.

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SESAMm Incorporates Generative AI to Enhance ESG Risk Mitigation and Process Efficiency in the Finance Sector

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PARIS, France - July 12, 2023 - SESAMm, a leading player in financial technology, announces a transformative initiative to incorporate Generative AI solutions into its operations and product offerings. This strategic move is geared towards assisting financial firms in enhancing risk mitigation focused on ESG controversies and streamlining their processes.

The implementation of Generative AI follows a three-pronged strategic approach. This comprises the integration of large language models into their tech stack, the development of a client-facing conversational agent, and fostering a culture of AI utilization across all teams.

"With Generative AI, we are not only enhancing our internal processes but also focusing on the development of new features that redefine industry standards," stated Sylvain Forté, CEO & Co-founder of SESAMm. "These include intuitive dashboards, automated ESG/SDG event analysis tools, and a client interaction chatbot - all created to streamline data interaction and boost efficiency in risk management."

The integration of Generative AI has significantly enhanced SESAMm's product functionality already. This includes quicker and more intuitive interaction with data and introducing new features, such as ESG/SDG event summarization and automatic competitor searches for public and private companies.

SESAMm is also employing Generative AI for advanced risk mitigation. "Our innovative approach provides our clients a virtual team of ESG analysts and experts for detecting risk and ESG controversies, enhancing their risk mitigation strategies in a robust and comprehensive manner," Forté added.

SESAMm is preparing to launch a suite of AI-powered features later this year. "These new features, powered by Generative AI, reinforce our commitment to developing solutions that enhance risk mitigation and streamline processes for financial firms," Forté emphasized.

To explore more about SESAMm's Generative AI solutions and how they can boost your firm's operations, watch the video below:

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Also, make sure you join our upcoming webinar, where Sylvain Forté will discuss live the future of fintech with Generative AI and how SESAMm is incorporating Generative AI into its processes and products. To register for the webinar, click here.

About SESAMm

SESAMm is a leading artificial intelligence and NLP (natural language processing) technology company serving global investment firms, corporations, and investors, such as asset managers, banks, private equity firms, hedge funds, and index providers. With over 100 employees and six offices worldwide, SESAMm celebrated its 9th anniversary in 2023.

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METZ, LORRAINE, FRANCE, March 22, 2023 – SESAMm, a rising fintech company, announced today the opening of a new business location in Singapore. The expansion into Singapore marks a significant milestone for the company as it seeks to extend its reach and tap into the thriving Southeast Asian market.

The new location will be the company’s first business residency in Southeast Asia, where private equity, public equity, and asset management are ripe for solutions focused on alternative data sources, particularly those sourced with NLP solutions. Singapore will serve as a hub for the company’s regional operations, driving growth through new business development.

“We are thrilled to expand into Singapore, a move that represents a significant milestone in our growth strategy,” said Sylvain Forté, SESAMm CEO. “Singapore is a key financial center in the region, and our presence here will allow us to serve our existing clients better and tap into new business opportunities.”

Recently, SESAMm closed its Series B2 round with €35 million from France and U.S. investors along with Singapore-based venture capital firm AFG Partners, a firm that recognizes the significant growth and potential in the region.

“As a fund backed by investors from the financial services sector, AFG’s specialization and our unique network of investors and ecosystem partners provide a platform for global fintechs to scale regionally across Asia,” said Ivan Ong, Principal at AFG Partners. “SESAMm’s proven traction in international markets positions it well to enter Asia, and we see clear strong appetite from financial institutions and corporates to adopt their solution. We look forward to scaling the business across Asia with them,” said Ong.

The new location will support employee growth, with plans to expand the team in the coming months. Singapore business will be led by Thibaut Gunsey, Head of Sales—Asia, who brings nine years of financial-industry experience to the company.

“I am excited to broaden my role within SESAMm at such a pivotal moment in its growth,” said Gunsey. “Our Singapore office will allow us to better serve our local clients and regional growth, and tap into new business opportunities. I look forward to leading the local team and working with new clients to achieve their business goals.”

SESAMm’s expansion into Singapore comes as the company continues to experience strong growth. The company’s focus on innovation and customer service has earned it a reputation as a leading player in the fintech industry.

About SESAMm

SESAMm is a leading NLP technology company serving global investment firms, corporations, and investors, such as private equity firms, hedge funds, and other asset management companies. SESAMm provides datasets and NLP capabilities to generate alternative data for use cases, such as ESG and SDG, sentiment, private equity due diligence, corporate studies, and more. With access to SESAMm’s massive data lake, comprised of 20 billion articles and messages and growing, its clients can make better investment decisions. With offices in Metz, Paris, Tunis, London, Tokyo, New York, and soon, Singapore, the company is well-positioned to serve clients across the globe.

For more information about SESAMm and its products and services, please visit sesamm.com.

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SESAMm recently announced its successful Series B2 fundraising round. The news was covered by VentureBeat, a technology news and analysis website that covers a wide range of topics related to the business and culture of innovation.

Here are some excerpts, first published on VentureBeat:

Sentiment analysis, ESG insights from over 5 million companies

The SESAMm technology has found use by data and business teams including ESG (environmental, social and governance) specialists, procurement teams and deal teams. The company provides a range of use cases, including ESG controversy detection; detection of positive-impact events; competitive intelligence; and quantitative investment, with NLP signals generated on equities and macroeconomic factors.

Forté, CEO and cofounder of SESAMm, said: “Raising a significant amount during challenging market conditions highlights the relevance of SESAMm’s focus on two key trends: AI and sustainability. In turn, these tools enable organizations to make better decisions and fill the data gaps, particularly in ESG, in both public and private companies.”

Traditional ESG scores have come under scrutiny because of their lag in updates, issues with methodology and lack of transparency. SESAMm aims to solve these problems by providing up-to-date and unbiased information on companies. Its extensive coverage of more than five million private and public companies includes small and mid-cap firms in Europe and emerging markets, and private companies worldwide.

The company’s off-the-shelf ESG and reputational risk metrics provide investors and corporations with data where there are data gaps. Furthermore, SESAMm helps companies detect and protect against new risks in an increasingly complex macro environment through AI-powered real-time monitoring of inflation mentions across all geographies on the web.

NLP for private equity, finance and more

SESAMm counts as customers seven of the top 10 private equity firms worldwide, as well as other corporations of various sizes. The company’s plans focus on developing new products, with an emphasis on sustainability frameworks, taxonomies, and standardized reputational scores.

“SESAMm wants to become the premier NLP platform for financial firms and corporations looking to enhance their decision-making process by leveraging insights from the web. Our ultimate goal is to be an enabler for companies looking to maximize returns and mitigate risks,” Forté told VentureBeat. “We aim to make web data a real source of business insights using advanced technology. With such a keen focus on sustainability, we can only fulfill our goal of helping firms of all types to achieve their goals if SESAMm itself is truly a sustainable, profitable and responsible company.”

Other participating companies in SESAMm funding include asset manager Unigestion, Raiffeisen Bank International’s (RBI) venture capital entity Elevator Ventures, AFG Partners, CEGEE Capital, and historical backers including Carlyle (CG) and New Alpha Asset Management. Each participated in the previous series B1 round.

This latest round brings the total funding raised to €50 million ($53 million). This funding will enable SESAMm to further expand into U.S. and Asian markets; support development of AI-powered ESG and sentiment analytics; and hire key talent across sustainability, technology, sales and marketing.

Excerpts were first published on VentureBeat.