Begin Capital

Begin Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2019 and based in London, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Russia. The firm specializes in investing in seed and Series A rounds for early-stage companies, primarily focusing on sectors such as software, SaaS, foodtech, artificial intelligence, marketplaces, cybersecurity, retail technology, and data-as-a-service. Begin Capital targets investments in the European market, particularly in regions outside of Russia, and typically invests amounts ranging from $0.1 million to $3 million. The firm aims to support innovative startups that are poised for growth in the technology sector.

Saagar Bhavsar

Principal

Joel van Dijk

Principal

Alex Menn

Managing Partner

Ruslan Sarkisyan

Managing Partner

Past deals in Russia

Samokat

Seed Round in 2019
Samokat is an e-grocery service founded in 2013 and based in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The company specializes in the rapid delivery of groceries, household goods, and cosmetics, utilizing its own network of micro-warehouses situated close to customers. This strategic distribution model enables Samokat to deliver products within 15 minutes. The service is accessible through a mobile application available on both the App Store and Google Play, facilitating a convenient shopping experience for users seeking quick delivery solutions.
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