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A multi-entrepreneur with experience in startups and private equity, Olivier de Trémaudan co-founded Nanomade Lab in 2019 with a focus on industrial applications. As president, he’s piloted several fundraising rounds for Nanomade for the expansion and advancement of their in-house production facilities. Holding a degree in electronical engineering from ISEP, he brings extensive knowledge in business management, finance, sales, and marketing. An investor, advisor, partner, and coach, Olivier has assisted in the growth and expansion of a variety of companies both in France and internationally.
An experienced executive with over 25 years of leadership in the tech and telecommunications sectors, Jean-Claude Rassou is the CEO and Co-Founder of Nanomade Lab. Previously, JC has held many senior roles, including CEO of Motorola Mobility France where he led major teams in mobile technology development. Engineer with an MBA, he is an expert in consumer electronics, R&D quality systems, and business strategy. As CEO of Nanomade, he is pioneering the commercialization of patented pressure-sensing technology with applications ranging from healthcare to consumer electronics with a focus on international growth.
Founded in 2019, Nanomade emerged from a deep-rooted passion for technology and a desire to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and industrial application.
The company was born out of interactions with research laboratories, where its founder, Jean-Claude Rassou, identified a promising but unstable nanotechnology that was enabling quantum tunnelling effects. Motivated by a personal drive to transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, JC established Nanomade with the mission to stabilize and industrialize this early-stage innovation.
The name Nanomade reflects the essence of the company’s vision—“made of nanotechnology.” It represents the startup’s commitment to master quantum physics effects at the nano-scale and bring those effects in the real world— helping people and machines understand the world better.
Nanomade specializes in ultra-sensitive deformation sensors that enable interaction on materials previously considered non-interactive, such as metal, wood, and carbon fiber. This technological versatility allows Nanomade’s solutions to be applied across consumer electronics, automotive, and aerospace industries. This breakthrough has opened new possibilities on metal interactions particularly in the PC and headset markets. According to JC, Nanomade’s technology is currently the only viable solution for enabling smooth touch interaction directly on metal, a challenge that consumer electronic industries have long faced.
Nanomade’s commercialization journey has involved overcoming significant hurdles. Securing initial funding to fuel company growth presented a continual challenge. As JC notes, “The first challenge is always budget—how to fuel the company with money.” Addressing technical barriers required recruitment of highly skilled engineers, while the team simultaneously worked to optimize finances and stabilize the technology.
Despite these obstacles, Nanomade has made substantial progress toward scalability. The company is currently finalizing its industrial production line to deliver high-quality sensors at volume, with a target of achieving consistent quality within 12 to 18 months. To support this growth, Nanomade is raising capital and plans to expand its engineering team by adding 10 new members by the end of the year, alongside accelerating sales over the next two years.
Nanomade’s collaboration with LITEON+ has been instrumental in its development journey. Through the LITEON+ platform, Nanomade gained access to critical resources, including a professional workspace at X SITE, networking opportunities, and strategic introductions to industry stakeholders.
In 2024, with a goal to expand their market reach and build stronger connections with business partners, Nanomade traveled to Taiwan. During their visit, having a quiet, comfortable, and well-equipped working environment was essential. Recognizing the unique needs of startups for office space, LITEON+ provides free access to the X SITE co-working space for both local and international startup teams who meet LITEON+’s evaluation criteria.
At X SITE, beyond offering individual workspaces, there are private, soundproof meeting rooms tailored to accommodate the diverse needs of startup teams. Reflecting on the experience, “It’s very important for us because we can make business meetings there.” JC notes. The facilities at X SITE enabled them to communicate more effectively with their partners. Beyond just providing a shared workspace, X SITE also serves as a vibrant hub that fosters interaction and collaboration among innovative companies. Through introductions facilitated by LITEON+, Nanomade had the opportunity to meet and engage with visiting companies, transforming encounters into valuable business relationships.
A highlight of their journey came during LITEON+’s annual Demo Day event, where Nanomade was invited to showcase their breakthrough innovations—a cutting-edge sensor technology. Their presentation captured the interest of a prominent laptop brand. In subsequent discussions, both parties focused on integrating Nanomade's sensor technology into metal surfaces, seeking breakthroughs in this field. Support from LITEON+ not only provided an exceptional platform to showcase cutting-edge innovation but also opened doors for Nanomade to establish potential partnerships.
The structured support from LITEON+ not only opened doors to strategic partnerships but also provided a platform to demonstrate the practical value of Nanomade’s technology.
Nanomade continues to pursue its mission: “We make all material smart.” With its innovative technology and growing team, the company is poised to redefine how materials interact with users across industries. The partnership with LITEON+ exemplifies how strategic collaboration can accelerate innovation and open doors to new markets.
Founded in 2019, Nanomade emerged from a deep-rooted passion for technology and a desire to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and industrial application.
The company was born out of interactions with research laboratories, where its founder, Jean-Claude Rassou, identified a promising but unstable nanotechnology that was enabling quantum tunnelling effects. Motivated by a personal drive to transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, JC established Nanomade with the mission to stabilize and industrialize this early-stage innovation.
The name Nanomade reflects the essence of the company’s vision—“made of nanotechnology.” It represents the startup’s commitment to master quantum physics effects at the nano-scale and bring those effects in the real world— helping people and machines understand the world better.
Nanomade specializes in ultra-sensitive deformation sensors that enable interaction on materials previously considered non-interactive, such as metal, wood, and carbon fiber. This technological versatility allows Nanomade’s solutions to be applied across consumer electronics, automotive, and aerospace industries. This breakthrough has opened new possibilities on metal interactions particularly in the PC and headset markets. According to JC, Nanomade’s technology is currently the only viable solution for enabling smooth touch interaction directly on metal, a challenge that consumer electronic industries have long faced.
Nanomade’s commercialization journey has involved overcoming significant hurdles. Securing initial funding to fuel company growth presented a continual challenge. As JC notes, “The first challenge is always budget—how to fuel the company with money.” Addressing technical barriers required recruitment of highly skilled engineers, while the team simultaneously worked to optimize finances and stabilize the technology.
Despite these obstacles, Nanomade has made substantial progress toward scalability. The company is currently finalizing its industrial production line to deliver high-quality sensors at volume, with a target of achieving consistent quality within 12 to 18 months. To support this growth, Nanomade is raising capital and plans to expand its engineering team by adding 10 new members by the end of the year, alongside accelerating sales over the next two years.
Nanomade’s collaboration with LITEON+ has been instrumental in its development journey. Through the LITEON+ platform, Nanomade gained access to critical resources, including a professional workspace at X SITE, networking opportunities, and strategic introductions to industry stakeholders.
In 2024, with a goal to expand their market reach and build stronger connections with business partners, Nanomade traveled to Taiwan. During their visit, having a quiet, comfortable, and well-equipped working environment was essential. Recognizing the unique needs of startups for office space, LITEON+ provides free access to the X SITE co-working space for both local and international startup teams who meet LITEON+’s evaluation criteria.
At X SITE, beyond offering individual workspaces, there are private, soundproof meeting rooms tailored to accommodate the diverse needs of startup teams. Reflecting on the experience, “It’s very important for us because we can make business meetings there.” JC notes. The facilities at X SITE enabled them to communicate more effectively with their partners. Beyond just providing a shared workspace, X SITE also serves as a vibrant hub that fosters interaction and collaboration among innovative companies. Through introductions facilitated by LITEON+, Nanomade had the opportunity to meet and engage with visiting companies, transforming encounters into valuable business relationships.
A highlight of their journey came during LITEON+’s annual Demo Day event, where Nanomade was invited to showcase their breakthrough innovations—a cutting-edge sensor technology. Their presentation captured the interest of a prominent laptop brand. In subsequent discussions, both parties focused on integrating Nanomade's sensor technology into metal surfaces, seeking breakthroughs in this field. Support from LITEON+ not only provided an exceptional platform to showcase cutting-edge innovation but also opened doors for Nanomade to establish potential partnerships.
The structured support from LITEON+ not only opened doors to strategic partnerships but also provided a platform to demonstrate the practical value of Nanomade’s technology.
Nanomade continues to pursue its mission: “We make all material smart.” With its innovative technology and growing team, the company is poised to redefine how materials interact with users across industries. The partnership with LITEON+ exemplifies how strategic collaboration can accelerate innovation and open doors to new markets.
