Sensaterra

Sensaterra operates as a digital marketplace focused on the hot beverage sector, connecting consumers and businesses directly with artisan producers. Founded in 2020 by Camille Rodriguez, Maxence Béguin, Clément Marty, and Denis Fayolle, the Paris-based company has established a platform for sourcing high-quality coffees, teas, herbal teas, and chocolates. The business model centers on providing a wide selection of beverages and related equipment, such as professional-grade coffee machines, directly from European artisans to a diverse client base that includes individual consumers, corporations, hotels, and coworking spaces.

The company's revenue is generated through the online sale of these products and by offering comprehensive B2B solutions. This includes the sale and rental of coffee machines, complete with after-sales service, and recurring delivery subscriptions for coffee and tea. This model is designed to offer a turnkey supply solution for businesses, streamlining their procurement process while providing access to artisan-quality products. For individual consumers, the platform serves as a specialty retail outlet for premium hot beverages and accessories. By sourcing directly from independent producers, Sensaterra aims to ensure fair compensation for artisans and provide transparency regarding product origin and quality.

The founding team combines entrepreneurial experience with a focus on the beverage market. Denis Fayolle, a serial entrepreneur and investor known for co-founding successful startups like LaFourchette.com, brings significant strategic experience to the venture. The operational leadership is shared by co-CEOs Maxence Béguin and Camille Rodriguez. The company has secured $2.23 million in funding over two angel rounds, both led by Denis Fayolle, to accelerate its growth across Europe. A key part of Sensaterra's value proposition is its emphasis on corporate social responsibility (CSR), offering businesses a way to enhance their employee amenities with ethically sourced and sustainable products, positioning it as a values-driven player in the expansive hot drinks market.

Keywords: hot beverages, artisan coffee, specialty tea, B2B beverage supply, e-commerce marketplace, coffee subscription, office coffee solutions, ethical sourcing, direct trade coffee, European artisans, beverage equipment, corporate social responsibility, fair trade, online retail, chocolate, herbal tea, coffee machine rental, workplace amenities, food and beverage startup, premium beverages