Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany. The firm focuses on investing in innovative companies at various stages of development, from early-stage ventures to those preparing for an initial public offering. With a global outlook, Global Founders Capital seeks to empower entrepreneurs across all continents, particularly in the software and technology, media, and telecommunications sectors. The firm evaluates investment opportunities based on their potential impact and feasibility, aiming to support individuals with transformative ideas.

Cedric Asselman

Partner

Leonardo Banchik

Partner

David Citron

Partner

Onur Erbay

Partner

Melvin Hade

Partner

Roel Janssen

Partner

Kendrick Geluz Kho

Investor

Benedikt Körling

Investor

Maximilian Mayer

Investor

Matthias Müller

Partner

Fabricio Pettena

Partner

David Sainteff

Partner

Donald Stalter

Partner

Guilherme Steinbruch

Partner

Sarra Zayani

Partner

Soheil Mirpour

Partner, Head of Growth and PE and COO

Past deals in Australia

Skript

Seed Round in 2021
Skript is an Open Banking infrastructure provider, offering both API and application layer capabilities. Our focus is to provide SaaS based capabilities that redefine information collection, Internet Banking and payment services. In Australia, Skript is a fully Accredited Data Recipient under the Consumer Data Right, and has verified access to all 114 Australian banks.

B2B Food Group

Series A in 2018
We acquire, improve and grow software companies serving B2B clients. We are proud owners of the market leading B2B catering platform in Australia (eatfirst.com) and the best tech solution for cloud canteen in Europe (feedr.co). We are backed by Europe's leading VCs and the largest global catering company (Compass Group).

Catapult

Venture Round in 2017
Catapult, established in 2006 in Australia, specializes in elite sports technology, focusing on performance analytics through advanced wearable devices. The company has grown to become a leader in its field, completing strategic acquisitions such as GPSports, XOS Digital, Playertek, SportsMed Elite, and Baseline athlete management systems. Catapult's products are utilized by prominent sports organizations, including teams like Brazil, Real Madrid, and Chelsea, as well as various leagues and governing bodies. The technology aims to enhance athletic performance, reduce injury risks, and facilitate safe return-to-play protocols. With a workforce of over 300 employees across 16 countries, Catapult serves more than 1,500 elite teams from 35 different sports globally, demonstrating its significant impact on the sports industry.

Stockspot

Series A in 2015
Stockspot is an online investment adviser and fund manager that aims to make professional wealth management accessible to Australians. By eliminating high fees and complex jargon, Stockspot addresses the shortcomings of the traditional wealth management industry. The platform offers a digital investment advisory service that creates a comprehensive investment profile for users, helping them select suitable strategies for diversified portfolios. It guides investors in choosing the right asset mix and provides ongoing monitoring and rebalancing of their investments. Stockspot's mission is to empower Australians to manage their money more effectively through a simple, transparent service, thereby enhancing access to professionally managed portfolios without the burden of high costs.

Canva

Series A in 2015
Canva, Inc. is a graphic design software provider based in Surry Hills, Australia, established in 2012. The company operates an online platform that enables users to create a variety of visual content, including presentations and social media graphics, using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface. Canva offers a diverse library of layouts, images, photo filters, icons, and fonts, which allows users to personalize their designs without needing advanced software skills. Additionally, Canva provides a plug-in called Canva Button for third-party websites, facilitating graphic creation for their users. The platform serves a wide range of customers, including photographers, illustrators, and designers, with the goal of making design more accessible to everyone.

SocietyOne

Series A in 2014
SocietyOne is a leading peer-to-peer lending platform in Australia that connects borrowers with investors, facilitating loans without the involvement of traditional banks or financial institutions. The platform allows qualified borrowers to request unsecured personal loans of up to $30,000, with interest rates tailored to their individual credit histories. SocietyOne aims to leverage inefficiencies in the traditional banking sector, offering lower costs for both borrowing and investing. By utilizing its proprietary ClearMatch technology, SocietyOne streamlines the processes of loan origination, servicing, and funding, enabling it to pass on savings to users. Borrowers with strong credit profiles access more affordable loans, while investors can benefit from attractive returns. SocietyOne is fully compliant with Australian consumer credit and financial services laws, holding the necessary licenses to operate as a credit provider.

MediaMath

Series B in 2011
MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.

MediaMath

Venture Round in 2009
MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.
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