FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, primarily focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups across various sectors, including B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, software as a service, and virtual reality. FJ Labs typically invests in seed and Series A rounds, with investment amounts ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000.

Matias Barbero

Investor

William Guillouard

Venture Partner

Arne Halleraker

Principal

Christopher Keshian

Investor

Daniel Simon

venture Partner

Güimar Vaca Sittic

Venture Partner

Jose Marin

Co-Founder

Past deals in Recycling

Faro

Seed Round in 2025
Faro provides inexpensive apparel through re-commerce, collaborating with fashion companies to reduce textile waste and dumping at the manufacturing and consumption levels.

Tings

Seed Round in 2024
Tings is a mobile application that facilitates the organization, retention, and sale of unwanted recyclable and used goods. It operates as a circular economy platform aimed at extending the life of products by simplifying the processes of repair, refinement, buying, and selling. The app caters to users at any stage of ownership, offering features such as verified product history and automatic valuation. This approach not only promotes sustainable practices but also encourages consumers, dealers, and manufacturers to adopt a long-term perspective on product usage and lifecycle.

Metaloop

Series A in 2023
Metaloop is a scrap trading company that operates a managed online marketplace designed to digitize the metal recycling industry. By connecting suppliers and buyers, Metaloop facilitates the sourcing and trading of scrap metals through a platform that utilizes machine learning and data analysis to match offers with requests. The company provides a comprehensive solution for both buyers and sellers, which includes logistics and financial services. This approach enables scrap dealers, recyclers, and manufacturers to enhance their capacity utilization, acquire new suppliers, and improve their financial returns, all without the need for extensive scaling.

Schrott24

Seed Round in 2022
Schrott24 is a B2B-focused managed marketplace for metal scrap. We help recyclers to source more material and scrap metal producers to market their metal waste more efficiently. Besides matching supply and demand, the fulfillment of transactions is processed through our proprietary technology. We digitalize processes and increase the efficiency of the recycling industry.

Schrott24

Seed Round in 2020
Schrott24 is a B2B-focused managed marketplace for metal scrap. We help recyclers to source more material and scrap metal producers to market their metal waste more efficiently. Besides matching supply and demand, the fulfillment of transactions is processed through our proprietary technology. We digitalize processes and increase the efficiency of the recycling industry.

RoadRunner Recycling

Series C in 2020
RoadRunner Recycling, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company that specializes in recycling and waste management services for businesses. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of services including cardboard and paper recycling, mixed recycling, waste management, compost services, dumpster rentals, and one-time pickups. RoadRunner Recycling employs technology-driven solutions to enhance the efficiency of waste recycling, helping businesses reduce their costs while minimizing their environmental impact. By implementing innovative logistics strategies, the company significantly lowers fuel expenses and carbon emissions, enabling clients to extract maximum value from their recyclable materials. This approach not only leads to substantial cost savings for businesses but also promotes improved environmental performance.

Zume

Venture Round in 2019
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

(Re)vive

Series A in 2019
Revive addresses the challenge brands face with slightly imperfect returns, store try-ons, display samples, and excess inventory. Many brands struggle with limited options for handling these items, often resorting to costly recycling, difficult donations, or even incineration, which results in significant financial losses. Revive offers a solution through its AI-powered platform, which assesses the potential value of neglected inventory before making decisions on recycling or donating. By providing actionable data, Revive helps brands determine whether it is worthwhile to clean or repair items for resale, thereby enabling them to recover maximum value from their assets. This innovative approach not only reduces waste but also enhances the financial recovery potential for brands dealing with deadstock.

Dipli

Venture Round in 2019
Dipli is a platform designed to simplify the management and distribution of secondhand stock for businesses. It enables users to efficiently reach multiple distribution channels while addressing various challenges associated with returns, closeouts, trade-in devices, and end-of-lease stocks. By integrating comprehensive solutions, Dipli focuses on reducing ecological impact while maintaining strong economic performance. The platform enhances distribution models by prioritizing short routes and leveraging local expertise, along with ensuring a fully transparent supply chain. Additionally, it provides users with a personalized interface to monitor network performance, implement credit policies, and guarantee safe delivery, thereby minimizing the risk of fraud in the purchasing process.

Rebike Mobility

Seed Round in 2019
Rebike Mobility purchases new E-Bikes from tier 1 manufacturers and brands like Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, and Orbea. After renting the E-Bikes to businesses and consumers subscription, the fully refurbished E-Bikes are sold with a 2 yr. warranty on rebike.com. Rebike Mobility also purchases used stock of E-Bikes and sell them fully refurbished to consumer.

Schrott24

Seed Round in 2017
Schrott24 is a B2B-focused managed marketplace for metal scrap. We help recyclers to source more material and scrap metal producers to market their metal waste more efficiently. Besides matching supply and demand, the fulfillment of transactions is processed through our proprietary technology. We digitalize processes and increase the efficiency of the recycling industry.

Zume

Series B in 2017
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

RoadRunner Recycling

Venture Round in 2017
RoadRunner Recycling, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company that specializes in recycling and waste management services for businesses. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of services including cardboard and paper recycling, mixed recycling, waste management, compost services, dumpster rentals, and one-time pickups. RoadRunner Recycling employs technology-driven solutions to enhance the efficiency of waste recycling, helping businesses reduce their costs while minimizing their environmental impact. By implementing innovative logistics strategies, the company significantly lowers fuel expenses and carbon emissions, enabling clients to extract maximum value from their recyclable materials. This approach not only leads to substantial cost savings for businesses but also promotes improved environmental performance.

Zume

Convertible Note in 2016
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

Zume

Seed Round in 2015
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

Wallapop

Venture Round in 2015
Wallapop is a mobile marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of secondhand goods, primarily through its app. Utilizing geo-localized technology, it connects a vibrant community of around 15 million users, allowing them to trade items that are no longer needed. With over 180 million items exchanged on the platform, Wallapop offers access to unique products at competitive prices while promoting sustainability by extending the life of functional goods. The platform is designed to be user-friendly, enabling customers to publish advertisements from both mobile devices and computers. Founded in 2013 in Barcelona by Agustin Gomez, Miguel Vicente, and Gerard Olive, Wallapop has consistently focused on innovation within the online classifieds and second-hand market. It is supported by a range of investors, including Korelya Capital and NAVER.

Parts Market

Seed Round in 2014
Parts Market operates an online marketplace that connects automotive professionals and private buyers with licensed auto dismantlers to source high-quality used and remanufactured OEM parts. The platform is designed to facilitate transactions between body shops, mechanics, and dismantlers, ensuring a standardized service experience that includes warranties and customer support. By providing access to competitively priced parts, Parts Market aims to enhance the purchasing process for its customers while promoting sustainability through the reuse of automotive components.
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