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Global Founders Capital

Berlin Founded 2013 Website LinkedIn
Cheque Size$100K to $10M
Stages11
Industries39
Markets39
Stated Portfolio26
Operating Since2013 (13y)

About Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital (GFC) is a globally oriented, stage-agnostic venture capital firm that empowers gifted entrepreneurs worldwide. Founded in 2013, GFC has a global track record of supporting founders throughout the lifecycle, from pre-seed to IPO, across various sectors. The firm operates with a global presence, supporting founders in all geographies, and offers operational support to help companies scale. GFC has backed entrepreneurs from series seed to IPO on all continents. GFC's investment strategy is stage-agnostic, backing companies from pre-seed and seed through all stages of growth. The firm offers operational support to help founders scale, providing a platform that offers all the support needed to scale. GFC has a global track record of supporting founders throughout the lifecycle, from day zero through all the stages of growth, supporting entrepreneurs from series seed to IPO on all continents. GFC's portfolio includes notable companies such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Slack, and Away Travel. The firm has backed over five hundred entrepreneurs worldwide, supporting founders who start category-defining ventures. GFC's portfolio founders include Niklas Östberg of Delivery Hero, Hanno Renner of Personio, and Dominik Richter of HelloFresh. The firm has a global track record of supporting founders throughout the lifecycle, from day zero through all the stages of growth, supporting entrepreneurs from series seed to IPO on all continents. Investment Requirements: GFC supports founders who start category-defining ventures and offers operational support to help companies scale. The firm has a global track record of supporting founders throughout the lifecycle, from day zero through all the stages of growth, supporting entrepreneurs from series seed to IPO on all continents. Year Founded: 2013 Portfolio Companies: Facebook, LinkedIn, Slack, Away Travel, Delivery Hero, Personio, HelloFresh, Zalando, Revolut, Trivago, Lazada, and others.

Geographical Focus

African markets1

Other stated markets38

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyJapanAustraliaSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceItalyDenmarkUnited Arab EmiratesSwitzerlandSpainMexicoIndonesiaLuxembourgSouth KoreaIrelandAustriaSaudi ArabiaTurkeyNetherlandsRussiaPortugalSwedenBelgiumIsraelGreeceNorwayFinlandPolandChileArgentinaColombiaCzech Republic

Requirements

Focus on early-stage companies with strong growth potential, Preference for founders with a clear vision and operational expertise, Interest in a diverse range of industries and geographies, Commitment to providing operational support to portfolio companies, Innovative business models, Scalable solutions, Strong founding teams, Global market potential, Technological differentiation, Scalable growth potential, Global market applicability, Clear monetization strategies, Sustainable competitive advantages, Ability to attract and retain top talent, Adaptability to market changes, Commitment to operational excellence, Global market reach, Strong founding team, Scalable business model, Innovative technology or product, Clear path to profitability

Stated Portfolio26

Deel
Personio
Revolut
Canva
Slack
Brex
Delivery Hero
Trivago
JumiaCorporate
Zalando
HelloFresh
Lazada
Home24
Westwing
Spotcap
Global Fashion Group
Dafiti
Culture Amp
Foodpanda
Rocket Internet
Carmudi
Easy Taxi
Daraz
Carspring
ClickBus
Tinvio

As reported by the investor. 1 of 26 names match a profile on this platform and links through. The rest are printed as stated.

Also Backed1