Stéphane Bohbot is President at innov8 Connect, with past experience at innov8 Power, innov8 Group, Digiplug, studied at CPGE Lycée Ampère.
Bio
I am the Founder and CEO of innov8 Group, where I lead the distribution of connected technology, renewable energy solutions, and intelligent robotics across Europe. Throughout my career, I have built and scaled multiple ventures, including Digiplug and Modelabs, focusing on bridging the gap between innovative brands and global retail markets. I am dedicated to driving the future of the connected home and sustainable energy through strategic partnerships and operational excellence.
INNOV8 Connect – Building the Future of the Connected Home
Our mission
INNOV8 Connect pioneers the distribution of connected products, bridging the gap between connected products, bridging the gap between connected tech innovators with 10,000+ retail and digital touchpoints in France.
Our vision
We believe the future lies in a seamlessly connected home – where smartphones, wearables, gaming, mobility, and smart living ecosystems converge. As a trusted partner, we work today with established leaders and collaborate with tomorrow's rising brands.
Our partners
From global tech giants like DJI, Huawei, Samsung, Roborock, Xgimi, Navimow Segway, Ezviz, Shokz, Xiaomi, Plaud.ai, Beatbot, Razer, Marshall... to innovative startups brands, we curate the best in connected technology and drive their growth through strong retail and marketing expertise.
Our own brands
With Muvit, Tiger, MyWay, and SoSeven, we develop and distribute innovative solutions worldwide, selling over 50 million accessories across 30+ countries. Muvit stands as a pioneer with its "Origine France Garantie" smartphone cases & chargers.
array of Renewable Energy channels, such as Solar & HVAC distributors to address several hundred of best qualified installers. Additionally, we develop, manufacture, and distribute our own brands, such as Muvit. Since our launch we've sold +50M accessories in France, Spain, and over 30 countries worldwide. Muvit is a pioneer in 'Origine France Garantie' mobile phone cases & chargers manufacturing.
With a turnover of +€300 million and a dedicated team of 200 professionals, our presence spans France, with innov8 Connect & innov8 Power, as well as Spain and Portugal with innov8 Iberia. In addition, our sourcing and R&D subsidiary, INNOVHK, operates from Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
Visit our website to learn more: www.innov8.fr
President at innov8 Power
INNOV8 Power – Energy & Robotics for a Smarter Future
Our Mission
INNOV8 Power is shaping tomorrow by combining two revolutions: renewable energy and intelligent robotics. We empower individuals, businesses, and institutions to master their energy while embracing the rise of automation.
Energy Division
Through partnerships with leaders such as Huawei Digital Power, TCL, Ecoflow, and Schneider Electric, we deliver cutting-edge solutions in photovoltaic self-consumption and intelligent energy management. Our goal: make clean energy accessible, efficient, and sustainable.
Robotics Division
In collaboration with DJI Enterprise and Unitree Robotics, we bring to market advanced robotic solutions — from aerial drones to humanoid and quadruped robots — addressing the needs of industry, security, mobility, and smart cities.
Our Vision
We believe the future will be connected, autonomous, and sustainable. By bridging energy and robotics, INOV8 Power builds a resilient ecosystem that reduces dependence on fossil fuels, enhances efficiency, and creates smarter environments for all.
Founder & CEO at innov8 Group
At innov8 Group, we're shaping a future where innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. With our two dedicated divisions, innov8 Connect and innov8 Power, we're on a mission to connect people with cutting-edge technology while empowering them to embrace clean energy and intelligent robotics. We're committed to bridging the gap between technological advancement and environmental responsibility, ensuring that consumers can benefit from the latest innovations while reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to a more sustainable planet.
As a trusted distribution partner, we collaborate with top-tier tech brands, including Huawei, DJI, Unitree robotics, Samsung, Roborock, Xgimi, Xiaomi, EcoFlow, Shokz, Nothing, Insta360, Sony, Marshall, Victrola, Monster (Exclusive European License), Razer, and many more. Our reach extends to over 10,000 stores, spanning telecom operators, mass merchandisers, consumer electronics stores, Travel Retail stores, e-commerce stores, department stores, DIY stores, and an array of Renewable Energy channels, such...
Founder & CEO at Digiplug
Founder of Digiplug in 1998, an R&D company specialized in mobile audio technologies, with a recognised expertise in embedded software solutions, and content distribution platforms to wireless operators. Digiplug was the pioneer and leader of the polyphonic ringtone technology and provide his software to all the majors handset makers worldwide as Sony Ericsson, Motorola, Philips, Sagem, Alcatel, Panasonic, Nec, Mitsubishi, ...
Digiplug, was acquired in 2002 by Faith Group, a Japanese company, to create the worldwide leader in audio technology for mobile phones (I-Mode, GSM, CDMA). Faith Inc is now listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (1st section #4295).
Founder & CEO at Modelabs
Modelabs Group, founded by Stephane Bohbot, end of 2003, with a growth from 23 M€ to 292 M€ in 2011 turnover became in 7 years the French leader in Telecom distribution and the Expert of luxury phones manufacturing.
2 strategic divisions :
- Modelabs Manufacture , the expert of luxury phones for brands (TAG Heuer, Dior, Versace) to create their own range of mobile phones, and ensure qualitative and selective distribution over three continents in department stores, fashion stores and watch & jewelry stores;
- Modelabs Distribution, specialist in France for the distribution of mobile phones and accessories, the leader for the white label accessories (MDD) for all the distributors : networks, mass merchandisers, multi-specialists, telecom specialists,...
Modelabs Group was listed in April 2006 on the NYSE Euronext-Paris Eurolist Isin: FR 0010060665, Mmemo: MDL, Reuters: MDLB.PA, Bloomberg: MDL:FP
Modelabs Group has been sold in 2011 to Bigben Interactive.
Innov8 has made the carve-out of Modelabs Manufacture in 2011, now renamed Atelier Haute Communication.
Education
CPGE Lycée Ampère at CPGE Lycée Ampère
Ingénieur du son at Escom
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Stéphane Bohbot?
I am the Founder and CEO of innov8 Group, where I lead the distribution of connected technology, renewable energy solutions, and intelligent robotics across Europe. Throughout my career, I have built and scaled multiple ventures, including Digiplug and Modelabs, focusing on bridging the gap between innovative brands and global retail markets. I am dedicated to driving the future of the connected home and sustainable energy through strategic partnerships and operational excellence.
What is Stéphane Bohbot's professional background?
Stéphane Bohbot's experience includes: President at innov8 Connect (juin 2015 – Present); President at innov8 Power (avr. 2024 – Present); Founder & CEO at innov8 Group (juin 2011 – Present); Founder & CEO at Digiplug (mars 1998 – sept. 2003); Founder & CEO at Modelabs (2004 – sept. 2011).
Where did Stéphane Bohbot study?
CPGE Lycée Ampère at CPGE Lycée Ampère (1994); Ingénieur du son at Escom.
How can I find Stéphane Bohbot online?
Stéphane Bohbot can be found at: LinkedIn: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/stephane-bohbot-96967.