FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, SaaS, and virtual reality. FJ Labs invests primarily in seed and Series A rounds, with an investment range between $50,000 and $5,000,000. The firm has backed notable companies including Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, ADORE ME, and Earnest.

Matias Barbero

Venture Capital

Zineb Belghiti

Analyst

Camila Bustamante

Investor

William Guillouard

Operating Partner

Arne Halleraker

Partner

Erez Kalir

Venture Partner

Chris Keshian

Investor

Ariel Lebowits

CFO

Jose Marin

Founding Partner

Anshul Ruparell

Founder

Luke Skertich

Investor

Andrea Xu

Investor

Past deals in SME

Secfi

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Secfi, Inc. is a company that specializes in pre-wealth advisory solutions, focusing on equity planning and financing for startup employees and founders. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Amsterdam, Secfi offers tools and resources designed to help private company shareholders make informed financial decisions regarding their equity from the offer stage to an initial public offering. The company provides options exercise and shareholder financing solutions, along with educational resources and guidance from licensed equity strategists. By simplifying the complexities of equity compensation, Secfi aims to empower employees to better understand their financial options and concentrate on their passions.

Xepelin

Series B in 2022
Provider of digital financial services intended to give SMEs economic freedom in their decisions. The company's services include short-term and long-term loans, capital credits and accounts payable financing through its online platform, enabling clients to easily personalize their financial services as per their needs.

merXu

Series A in 2021
Developer of an online trading platform designed to make direct transactions through quotes and inquiries. The company's platform focuses primarily on the trade of industrial goods from categories such as chemicals, constructions, electricals, industrial products, health and safety at work, and tools for professionals by connecting verified buyers and sellers, enabling small and medium-sized enterprises and large entities to have a secure business environment to trade goods.

Secfi

Debt Financing in 2021
Secfi, Inc. is a company that specializes in pre-wealth advisory solutions, focusing on equity planning and financing for startup employees and founders. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Amsterdam, Secfi offers tools and resources designed to help private company shareholders make informed financial decisions regarding their equity from the offer stage to an initial public offering. The company provides options exercise and shareholder financing solutions, along with educational resources and guidance from licensed equity strategists. By simplifying the complexities of equity compensation, Secfi aims to empower employees to better understand their financial options and concentrate on their passions.

MPB

Series D in 2021
MPB Europe Ltd, operating as mpb.com, is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of used photo and video equipment. Founded in 2008 and based in Brighton, UK, the company offers a wide variety of products, including digital SLR cameras, lenses, video cameras, and various accessories. MPB ensures a trusted experience for its users by physically checking, testing, and validating all items before resale, thereby meeting the expectations of buyers and providing instant payment to sellers. The platform facilitates over 100,000 transactions annually and supports a growing community of photographers and videographers. With a strong presence in the UK, Germany, and the US, MPB leverages custom technology to streamline peer-to-peer transactions, allowing for price control and a seamless trading experience. The company has received recognition for its rapid growth and innovation in marketplace technology, and it employs a global team across its offices in the UK and the US.

minu

Series A in 2021
Minu Servicios, S.A.P.I de C.V. operates an application called minu, which allows employees in Mexico to access their earned salaries before the official payroll date. By providing this service, Minu aims to enhance the financial well-being of workers, enabling them to manage their finances more effectively. The company collaborates with human resources departments to implement its solution, which is designed to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and talent attraction. Minu is backed by prominent institutional investors in the FinTech sector, reflecting its potential to transform the payroll experience in Mexico.

Xepelin

Seed Round in 2020
Provider of digital financial services intended to give SMEs economic freedom in their decisions. The company's services include short-term and long-term loans, capital credits and accounts payable financing through its online platform, enabling clients to easily personalize their financial services as per their needs.

Medelse

Seed Round in 2020
Medelse offers connected medical recruitment solutions. Medelse supports new healthcare professionals, medical institutions and recruiters.

Silverbird

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Silverbird operates as a digital bank focused on facilitating international trade for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers online banking services, global business accounts, and high-value cross-border payment solutions tailored for businesses engaged in global commerce. Utilizing advanced, data-driven know-your-client technology, Silverbird effectively onboards international SMEs, helping them become bankable in Europe and other markets. By collaborating with banks, regulators, payment networks, and trade finance firms, Silverbird aims to eliminate the complexities associated with international payments, thereby promoting smoother transactions and fostering growth in global trade. The platform collects and analyzes transactional data to verify legitimate businesses, ensuring secure and efficient international transfers between accounts.

Secfi

Series A in 2019
Secfi, Inc. is a company that specializes in pre-wealth advisory solutions, focusing on equity planning and financing for startup employees and founders. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Amsterdam, Secfi offers tools and resources designed to help private company shareholders make informed financial decisions regarding their equity from the offer stage to an initial public offering. The company provides options exercise and shareholder financing solutions, along with educational resources and guidance from licensed equity strategists. By simplifying the complexities of equity compensation, Secfi aims to empower employees to better understand their financial options and concentrate on their passions.

Secfi

Seed Round in 2018
Secfi, Inc. is a company that specializes in pre-wealth advisory solutions, focusing on equity planning and financing for startup employees and founders. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Amsterdam, Secfi offers tools and resources designed to help private company shareholders make informed financial decisions regarding their equity from the offer stage to an initial public offering. The company provides options exercise and shareholder financing solutions, along with educational resources and guidance from licensed equity strategists. By simplifying the complexities of equity compensation, Secfi aims to empower employees to better understand their financial options and concentrate on their passions.

Simpl

Series A in 2017
Simpl Technologies Private Limited, established in 2015 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, operates a leading online payments platform that enhances the e-commerce experience. The company has developed a market-leading Pay-Later platform, allowing merchants to offer consumers a seamless 1-click checkout experience and a line of credit at the point of sale. Simpl's innovative approach streamlines the payment process by using algorithms and payment engineering to consolidate transactions, enabling users to avoid repetitive payments. Additionally, the platform provides full buyer protection, ensuring secure monetary transactions between customers and merchants. Through its services, Simpl aims to simplify and automate the online payment experience for all parties involved.

WEEL

Series A in 2017
Weel is an information technology company that specializes in providing the key to growth for Brazilian SMEs. It features an artificial intelligence platform to finance small and medium-sized companies through the prepayment of receivables. The company was founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Soomgo

Seed Round in 2017
Soomgo is service marketplace where customers and local professionals for over 950+ services come together. Their services range from private music lessons and home cleaning to wedding planning and web development among many more. Their team consists of seasoned serial entrepreneurs, and the company is backed by leading institutions in both South Korea and the United States including Primer, Bon Angels, and Y Combinator (W17).

Soomgo

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Soomgo is service marketplace where customers and local professionals for over 950+ services come together. Their services range from private music lessons and home cleaning to wedding planning and web development among many more. Their team consists of seasoned serial entrepreneurs, and the company is backed by leading institutions in both South Korea and the United States including Primer, Bon Angels, and Y Combinator (W17).

MPB

Convertible Note in 2017
MPB Europe Ltd, operating as mpb.com, is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of used photo and video equipment. Founded in 2008 and based in Brighton, UK, the company offers a wide variety of products, including digital SLR cameras, lenses, video cameras, and various accessories. MPB ensures a trusted experience for its users by physically checking, testing, and validating all items before resale, thereby meeting the expectations of buyers and providing instant payment to sellers. The platform facilitates over 100,000 transactions annually and supports a growing community of photographers and videographers. With a strong presence in the UK, Germany, and the US, MPB leverages custom technology to streamline peer-to-peer transactions, allowing for price control and a seamless trading experience. The company has received recognition for its rapid growth and innovation in marketplace technology, and it employs a global team across its offices in the UK and the US.

Second Home

Convertible Note in 2016
Second Home Ltd. is a workspace provider that leases and operates office spaces tailored for entrepreneurs, innovators, and social enterprises. Founded in 2014 by Rohan Silva, Samuel Aldenton, and Robin Klein, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. In addition to its London base, Second Home has expanded its presence to Lisbon and Los Angeles, offering unique environments designed to foster creativity and collaboration among its members. The company's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and creative businesses is reflected in its innovative workspace solutions.

SelfMade

Seed Round in 2016
SelfMade, Inc. is a New York-based technology company that specializes in image transformation and sharing, particularly tailored for social media. Established in 2015, it provides a members-only mobile application that employs artificial intelligence and proprietary technology to connect users with professional photo editors and social media strategists. This platform enables individuals and brands to enhance their online presence by offering personalized photo editing services and strategic social media support. Users can determine their brand aesthetic, develop growth strategies, and optimize posting schedules, making professional-grade marketing accessible to a broader audience. By democratizing access to high-quality image editing and social media management, SelfMade empowers its members to effectively express and grow their personal brands.

Second Home

Series A in 2016
Second Home Ltd. is a workspace provider that leases and operates office spaces tailored for entrepreneurs, innovators, and social enterprises. Founded in 2014 by Rohan Silva, Samuel Aldenton, and Robin Klein, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. In addition to its London base, Second Home has expanded its presence to Lisbon and Los Angeles, offering unique environments designed to foster creativity and collaboration among its members. The company's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and creative businesses is reflected in its innovative workspace solutions.

Meme

Seed Round in 2015
Meme is a New York-based company that specializes in designing, developing, and publishing social casino games. Its portfolio includes the popular Xtreme Slots, which is played globally, offering an engaging and social experience for mobile players across various countries. Meme's games are designed to be accessible on all major mobile and computing platforms, catering to a diverse audience and ensuring that users of all ages can enjoy their gaming applications. The company focuses on creating enjoyable, interactive experiences that foster social connections among players.
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