FJ Labs

FJ Labs, established in 2015 and headquartered in New York, is a stage-agnostic investment firm focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. It invests in seed and series A rounds, with a typical investment range of $50,000 to $5,000,000. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, Adore Me, and Earnest, spanning sectors like e-commerce, fintech, and ad tech.

Matias Barbero

Investor

Zineb Belghiti

Operations Associate

William Guillouard

Operating Partner

Arne Halleraker

Principal

Christopher Keshian

Investor

Ariel Lebowits

CFO

Jose Marin

Co-Founder

Güimar Vaca Sittic

Venture Partner

Jeff Weinstein

Partner

Past deals in Photography

PartySlate

Series A in 2023
PartySlate is a digital marketplace designed to assist individuals in planning various events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The platform connects users with leading event professionals, vendors, and venues both nationally and internationally. Users can explore a vast array of unique party ideas and browse portfolios of event planners, caterers, photographers, and more. Since its establishment in 2016, PartySlate has seen significant engagement, with over 25,000 venues, planners, and vendors sharing more than 2 million photos of actual events. This content-rich platform not only inspires users but also serves as a portfolio-sharing tool for professionals in the event industry, allowing them to showcase their work and connect with potential clients.

MPB

Series D in 2021
MPB is an online marketplace that focuses on the buying, selling, and trading of used photography and videography equipment. Founded in 2011 and based in Brighton, East Sussex, the platform aims to simplify access to photo and video gear by offering a customer-centric service powered by technology. MPB provides a wide range of products, including camera bodies, lenses, filters, and accessories, each of which undergoes a thorough inspection and approval process before resale. By utilizing a custom-designed technology, MPB addresses the challenges of peer-to-peer transactions, ensuring that both buyers and sellers are offered fair prices for their equipment.

PartySlate

Venture Round in 2020
PartySlate is a digital marketplace designed to assist individuals in planning various events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The platform connects users with leading event professionals, vendors, and venues both nationally and internationally. Users can explore a vast array of unique party ideas and browse portfolios of event planners, caterers, photographers, and more. Since its establishment in 2016, PartySlate has seen significant engagement, with over 25,000 venues, planners, and vendors sharing more than 2 million photos of actual events. This content-rich platform not only inspires users but also serves as a portfolio-sharing tool for professionals in the event industry, allowing them to showcase their work and connect with potential clients.

Onepixel

Seed Round in 2018
Onepixel sells stock photos for $1 each.

Meero

Seed Round in 2017
Meero, founded in 2016, is an innovative on-demand photography platform that aims to transform the photography industry by alleviating the burdensome tasks that photographers face. The company provides a comprehensive suite of tools that includes market research, invoicing, and post-production services, allowing photographers to focus on their creative work. Meero addresses a critical issue in photography—lengthy post-production times—by utilizing advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to expedite photo editing and ensure consistent quality. This enables artists to deliver high-quality images within 24 hours. Meero also fosters a global community of photographers, offering educational masterclasses, inspiring documentaries, and networking opportunities across 35 countries. With a workforce of 800 employees from 49 nationalities and a network of 60,000 photographers, Meero delivers a photoshoot every 25 seconds. The company has established offices in major cities including Paris, New York, and Tokyo, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of photography.

MPB

Convertible Note in 2017
MPB is an online marketplace that focuses on the buying, selling, and trading of used photography and videography equipment. Founded in 2011 and based in Brighton, East Sussex, the platform aims to simplify access to photo and video gear by offering a customer-centric service powered by technology. MPB provides a wide range of products, including camera bodies, lenses, filters, and accessories, each of which undergoes a thorough inspection and approval process before resale. By utilizing a custom-designed technology, MPB addresses the challenges of peer-to-peer transactions, ensuring that both buyers and sellers are offered fair prices for their equipment.
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