Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital is a Berlin-based venture capital firm founded in 2013 that backs entrepreneurs across stages and geographies. The firm takes a globally oriented, stage-agnostic approach, evaluating opportunities on potential impact and feasibility and partnering with founders to advance ideas from early development toward scale across continents. With a focus on supporting gifted entrepreneurs, Global Founders Capital seeks to help teams build durable, globally competitive businesses by providing strategic guidance, networks, and capital throughout the company's growth journey.

Cedric Asselman

Partner

Leonardo Banchik

Partner

Philippe Collet

Partner

Tito Costa

Partner

Onur Erbay

Partner

Roel Janssen

Partner

Mariam Kremer

Partner

Benedikt Körling

Partner

Soheil Mirpour

Partner, Head of Growth and PE and COO

Matthias Müller

Partner

Fabricio Pettena

Partner

David Sainteff

Partner

Oliver Samwer

Investor

Donald Stalter

Partner

Dominik Unuetzer

Partner

Sebastian Waldmann

Principal

Past deals in Southwestern Europe

Flitter

Seed Round in 2023
Flitter is a neo-insurance company specializing in usage-based auto insurance, offering a pay-per-mile model that allows drivers to pay for coverage based on actual kilometers driven. Founded to address the needs of low-mileage drivers, the company recognizes that many insured individuals in France drive less than 10,000 kilometers annually and often overpay for traditional car insurance. Flitter's innovative approach includes variable rates tailored to these drivers, helping them save on insurance costs. Additionally, the company provides an app-based platform for managing insurance contracts and reimbursements, ensuring a seamless experience for users. At the end of the year, Flitter refunds any unused contributions after claims have been settled, promoting a more equitable and sustainable insurance solution.

Virgil

Series A in 2022
Virgil SAS, founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializes in providing financial solutions to assist individuals in purchasing homes. The company enables young professionals to acquire properties by investing equity alongside them, which helps these buyers secure the necessary deposit for a mortgage. In exchange for a 10% investment of the purchase price, Virgil takes a 15% stake in the property, with repayment occurring at the time of resale, typically within ten years. This model allows first-time buyers to achieve homeownership approximately seven years earlier than the average, facilitating their transition from renting to owning and contributing to their long-term financial stability.

Shares

Series B in 2022
Shares is a social investment platform based in Paris, France, that aims to democratize access to the stock market and enhance the investment experience for retail investors. Founded in 2021, the company has developed a consumer mobile application that prioritizes user experience and community engagement. Its platform allows users to invest in various stocks without minimums or fees, fostering a collaborative environment where new investors can learn from friends and experts. By facilitating discussions on investments, Shares makes the process of investing more accessible and less daunting for individuals looking to enter the financial markets.

Shares

Series A in 2022
Shares is a social investment platform based in Paris, France, that aims to democratize access to the stock market and enhance the investment experience for retail investors. Founded in 2021, the company has developed a consumer mobile application that prioritizes user experience and community engagement. Its platform allows users to invest in various stocks without minimums or fees, fostering a collaborative environment where new investors can learn from friends and experts. By facilitating discussions on investments, Shares makes the process of investing more accessible and less daunting for individuals looking to enter the financial markets.

Seyna

Series A in 2022
Seyna is a digital insurance company based in Paris, France, established in 2018. It specializes in offering white label damage insurance products tailored for various needs, including rental insurance, coverage for tuition fees in private institutions, protection for self-employed workers' equipment, and cancellation cover for ticketing. The company provides an insurance creation, management, and distribution platform designed to simplify the process for brokers, enabling them to offer customizable insurance solutions. By leveraging technology, Seyna aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of insurance products across multiple sectors, including non-life insurance.

Flitter

Seed Round in 2022
Flitter is a neo-insurance company specializing in usage-based auto insurance, offering a pay-per-mile model that allows drivers to pay for coverage based on actual kilometers driven. Founded to address the needs of low-mileage drivers, the company recognizes that many insured individuals in France drive less than 10,000 kilometers annually and often overpay for traditional car insurance. Flitter's innovative approach includes variable rates tailored to these drivers, helping them save on insurance costs. Additionally, the company provides an app-based platform for managing insurance contracts and reimbursements, ensuring a seamless experience for users. At the end of the year, Flitter refunds any unused contributions after claims have been settled, promoting a more equitable and sustainable insurance solution.

Arive

Series A in 2022
Established in 2021 and headquartered in Paris, Arive is transforming the e-commerce landscape by offering a fast and luxurious shopping experience through its app. This platform provides a curated selection of fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and design products from esteemed brands, all delivered within hours. Arive emphasizes sustainability by utilizing 100% sustainable vehicles for all deliveries, thereby promoting eco-friendly practices within its operations. The app not only facilitates high-end shopping but also supports local stores by integrating their offerings, allowing customers to shop sustainably while contributing to the success of their communities. Arive's diverse team hails from various countries, enriching its approach and fostering a global perspective in its operations. The company is supported by notable venture capital firms, which underscores its potential for innovation and growth in the competitive online retail market.

Ankorstore

Series C in 2022
Ankorstore SAS is an online B2B marketplace established in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France. The platform connects independent shop owners and specialist brands with neighborhood retailers across Europe. Ankorstore enables retailers to discover a diverse range of on-trend brands and products that are typically unavailable on major e-commerce platforms or in large retail chains. Retailers benefit from features such as 60-day payment terms and low minimum order quantities, allowing them to test sales with ease. For brands and designers, Ankorstore facilitates direct sales to stores, enhancing cash flow management through payment upon delivery and streamlined return processes. This marketplace fosters a collaborative environment where both retailers and brands can thrive.

Shares

Seed Round in 2021
Shares is a social investment platform based in Paris, France, that aims to democratize access to the stock market and enhance the investment experience for retail investors. Founded in 2021, the company has developed a consumer mobile application that prioritizes user experience and community engagement. Its platform allows users to invest in various stocks without minimums or fees, fostering a collaborative environment where new investors can learn from friends and experts. By facilitating discussions on investments, Shares makes the process of investing more accessible and less daunting for individuals looking to enter the financial markets.

Hoggo

Series A in 2021
Hoggo simplifies the world of insurance for professionals and enterprises in France. It provides an unique user experience for managing, subscribing and resiliating all type of insurance from all the insurers. Whatever your "conventions collectives" or your "code ape " basically your domain of activity, Hoggo will find or optimize the best insurance for your company.

Ankorstore

Series B in 2021
Ankorstore SAS is an online B2B marketplace established in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France. The platform connects independent shop owners and specialist brands with neighborhood retailers across Europe. Ankorstore enables retailers to discover a diverse range of on-trend brands and products that are typically unavailable on major e-commerce platforms or in large retail chains. Retailers benefit from features such as 60-day payment terms and low minimum order quantities, allowing them to test sales with ease. For brands and designers, Ankorstore facilitates direct sales to stores, enhancing cash flow management through payment upon delivery and streamlined return processes. This marketplace fosters a collaborative environment where both retailers and brands can thrive.

Colonies

Series B in 2020
Colonies is a French startup founded in 2017 and based in Paris, specializing in co-living housing solutions for urban residents. The company designs and manages fully furnished private studios and shared spaces, catering primarily to young individuals seeking convenient housing options in large cities. By offering a hassle-free rental experience, Colonies enables users to easily search, discover, and book quality homes equipped with essential amenities. With a focus on community-minded living, the company currently operates four buildings in the Paris area and two in Berlin, providing a supportive online platform that enhances the co-living experience.

Seyna

Seed Round in 2019
Seyna is a digital insurance company based in Paris, France, established in 2018. It specializes in offering white label damage insurance products tailored for various needs, including rental insurance, coverage for tuition fees in private institutions, protection for self-employed workers' equipment, and cancellation cover for ticketing. The company provides an insurance creation, management, and distribution platform designed to simplify the process for brokers, enabling them to offer customizable insurance solutions. By leveraging technology, Seyna aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of insurance products across multiple sectors, including non-life insurance.

Ankorstore

Seed Round in 2019
Ankorstore SAS is an online B2B marketplace established in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France. The platform connects independent shop owners and specialist brands with neighborhood retailers across Europe. Ankorstore enables retailers to discover a diverse range of on-trend brands and products that are typically unavailable on major e-commerce platforms or in large retail chains. Retailers benefit from features such as 60-day payment terms and low minimum order quantities, allowing them to test sales with ease. For brands and designers, Ankorstore facilitates direct sales to stores, enhancing cash flow management through payment upon delivery and streamlined return processes. This marketplace fosters a collaborative environment where both retailers and brands can thrive.

Iziwork

Series A in 2019
Iziwork is a technology-driven company that offers a temporary employment platform, established in 2018 and headquartered in Clichy, France. The platform serves as an alternative to traditional temporary employment agencies, connecting job-seekers with a variety of assignments. Iziwork enhances the temporary employment experience by providing support throughout the onboarding process and during assignments, utilizing an AI-based system to match candidates with suitable opportunities. Temporary employees benefit from features such as instant payment deposits, a paid time savings account, personalized professional training, and access to medical teleconsultation. By streamlining the recruitment process and offering tailored support, Iziwork enables businesses to efficiently access skilled specialists while also improving the overall work experience for temporary workers.

Hoggo

Seed Round in 2019
Hoggo simplifies the world of insurance for professionals and enterprises in France. It provides an unique user experience for managing, subscribing and resiliating all type of insurance from all the insurers. Whatever your "conventions collectives" or your "code ape " basically your domain of activity, Hoggo will find or optimize the best insurance for your company.

Proprioo

Series B in 2019
Proprioo is a French start-up that provides a digital alternative to traditional real estate agencies for home sales. Operating across Île-de-France, Lyon, and Bordeaux, Proprioo offers a complete sales service for a flat fee of €1990, significantly reducing agency commissions by tenfold. The company utilizes an online platform powered by machine learning to assist property owners in selling their homes. This technology matches real estate listings with qualified buyers, provides accurate value estimates, and facilitates effective marketing distribution. By streamlining the selling process, Proprioo aims to minimize common pitfalls that can impede successful transactions, ensuring a smoother experience for sellers.

Colonies

Series A in 2019
Colonies is a French startup founded in 2017 and based in Paris, specializing in co-living housing solutions for urban residents. The company designs and manages fully furnished private studios and shared spaces, catering primarily to young individuals seeking convenient housing options in large cities. By offering a hassle-free rental experience, Colonies enables users to easily search, discover, and book quality homes equipped with essential amenities. With a focus on community-minded living, the company currently operates four buildings in the Paris area and two in Berlin, providing a supportive online platform that enhances the co-living experience.

Iziwork

Seed Round in 2018
Iziwork is a technology-driven company that offers a temporary employment platform, established in 2018 and headquartered in Clichy, France. The platform serves as an alternative to traditional temporary employment agencies, connecting job-seekers with a variety of assignments. Iziwork enhances the temporary employment experience by providing support throughout the onboarding process and during assignments, utilizing an AI-based system to match candidates with suitable opportunities. Temporary employees benefit from features such as instant payment deposits, a paid time savings account, personalized professional training, and access to medical teleconsultation. By streamlining the recruitment process and offering tailored support, Iziwork enables businesses to efficiently access skilled specialists while also improving the overall work experience for temporary workers.

Pricemoov

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in Paris, France in 2016, Pricemoov operates an online platform that analyzes sale history and current bookings to provide insights into customer demand. Its cloud-native solution leverages data science and end-to-end automation to help B2B and B2C businesses optimize pricing strategies, adapt to market dynamics, and unlock revenue potential.

Proprioo

Series A in 2018
Proprioo is a French start-up that provides a digital alternative to traditional real estate agencies for home sales. Operating across Île-de-France, Lyon, and Bordeaux, Proprioo offers a complete sales service for a flat fee of €1990, significantly reducing agency commissions by tenfold. The company utilizes an online platform powered by machine learning to assist property owners in selling their homes. This technology matches real estate listings with qualified buyers, provides accurate value estimates, and facilitates effective marketing distribution. By streamlining the selling process, Proprioo aims to minimize common pitfalls that can impede successful transactions, ensuring a smoother experience for sellers.

Another Brain

Venture Round in 2018
Another Brain, SA is a Paris-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of bio-inspired chipsets designed for artificial intelligence and robotics applications. These innovative chipsets facilitate autonomous and unsupervised data extraction, enabling embedded pattern recognition and processing without reliance on external databases. They can detect and store multiple patterns simultaneously and learn from previously encountered patterns. The company also offers software tools to assist users in integrating the chipsets and conducting simulations. Another Brain's technology has diverse applications across various industries, including smart sensors, Internet of Things (IoT), smart cars, smart homes, robotics, drones, security, biometrics, defense, and data center optimization. By enhancing the capabilities of AI beyond traditional deep learning approaches, Another Brain aims to revolutionize how information is processed and utilized in numerous sectors.

Pandascore

Seed Round in 2017
PandaScore SAS, based in Paris, France, specializes in providing real-time data and statistics for the esports industry. Founded in 2015, the company develops an advanced application programming interface (API) that utilizes artificial intelligence to collect and normalize data from various reliable sources. This API offers comprehensive information on players, teams, matches, and tournaments across supported games. By analyzing video streams and other streaming platforms, PandaScore delivers thousands of data points every millisecond. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including media organizations, professional esports teams, bookmakers, and fantasy app developers, all seeking accurate and timely esports data to enhance their projects and decision-making processes.

Grover

Seed Round in 2017
Grover is an online platform that allows consumers to rent a wide variety of tech products through monthly subscriptions. With a catalog of over 3,000 items, Grover offers access to smartphones, laptops, VR gear, wearables, and smart home appliances. The company's business model emphasizes sustainability by refurbishing and re-circulating returned products, thereby extending their lifespan and minimizing electronic waste. By enabling users to rent instead of purchase, Grover provides an affordable alternative for accessing consumer electronics. The company operates in multiple markets, including the United States, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Spain.

Colonies

Seed Round in 2017
Colonies is a French startup founded in 2017 and based in Paris, specializing in co-living housing solutions for urban residents. The company designs and manages fully furnished private studios and shared spaces, catering primarily to young individuals seeking convenient housing options in large cities. By offering a hassle-free rental experience, Colonies enables users to easily search, discover, and book quality homes equipped with essential amenities. With a focus on community-minded living, the company currently operates four buildings in the Paris area and two in Berlin, providing a supportive online platform that enhances the co-living experience.

Proprioo

Seed Round in 2017
Proprioo is a French start-up that provides a digital alternative to traditional real estate agencies for home sales. Operating across Île-de-France, Lyon, and Bordeaux, Proprioo offers a complete sales service for a flat fee of €1990, significantly reducing agency commissions by tenfold. The company utilizes an online platform powered by machine learning to assist property owners in selling their homes. This technology matches real estate listings with qualified buyers, provides accurate value estimates, and facilitates effective marketing distribution. By streamlining the selling process, Proprioo aims to minimize common pitfalls that can impede successful transactions, ensuring a smoother experience for sellers.

Chefclub

Seed Round in 2016
Chefclub is a Paris-based media company that operates a cooking channel featuring food videos for television and online platforms. Founded in 2016, it employs a multicultural team of culinary talent and curates a wide range of recipes and cooking styles from around the world. The channel broadcasts creative and recreational recipes, providing viewers with accessible content and easy alternatives through its website and social platforms.

Grover

Seed Round in 2015
Grover is an online platform that allows consumers to rent a wide variety of tech products through monthly subscriptions. With a catalog of over 3,000 items, Grover offers access to smartphones, laptops, VR gear, wearables, and smart home appliances. The company's business model emphasizes sustainability by refurbishing and re-circulating returned products, thereby extending their lifespan and minimizing electronic waste. By enabling users to rent instead of purchase, Grover provides an affordable alternative for accessing consumer electronics. The company operates in multiple markets, including the United States, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Spain.

Videdressing

Series A in 2013
Videdressing, established in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, France, operates an online marketplace dedicated to the buying and selling of pre-owned fashion items. Its platform caters to a wide range of products, including clothing, shoes, accessories, and beauty products, for men, women, and children. As of 2018, Videdressing has over 1.5 million users and has facilitated over €22 million in earnings for sellers and €50 million in savings for buyers compared to retail prices. The company, now a subsidiary of LBC France SAS, offers a curated shopping experience with free listings, strict anti-counterfeit measures, and customer protection policies.

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.

Netviewer

Venture Round in 2008
Netviewer GmbH is a company that specializes in web conferencing solutions, enabling users to collaboratively view and edit documents over the Internet. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, the company offers a range of products including Netviewer Meet for online meetings, Netviewer Support for customer assistance, and Netviewer Admin for administrative tasks. Its services cater to various applications such as project collaborations, live demonstrations, training, and webinars aimed at enhancing customer engagement and loyalty. Netviewer provides its offerings as software-as-a-service, allowing flexibility and accessibility for users. The company also maintains subsidiary operations in several countries, including Switzerland, France, the United Kingdom, the United States, the Netherlands, Austria, Italy, Spain, Poland, and Sweden, further extending its reach in the web conferencing market.
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