500 Global, established in 2010, is a global venture capital firm with over $2.4 billion in assets under management. Based in Mountain View, California, with offices worldwide, the firm invests in early-stage technology companies across 80+ countries. 500 Global focuses on markets where technology and innovation can drive long-term value and economic growth. The firm's investment portfolio spans diverse sectors such as biotech, fintech, internet, and consumer services, with a preference for companies generating at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. 500 Global offers a four-month accelerator program, providing startups with funding, mentorship, and connections to renowned investors. The firm has invested in over 2,800 companies, including 35 unicorns, and has a team of over 190 members based in 25 countries.
814 Mission Street, 6th Floor San Francisco, CA, 94103
Clayton Bryan
Partner
Shawn Chu
Principal
Itali Pedroni Collini
Director 500 Startups Brazil
Nicholas Davison
Director
Amal Dokhan
Managing Partner
Cecilia Ezquerro
Portfolio Director
Laila Hassan
Venture Partner
Enis Hulli
General Partner, Istanbul
Eunhye Kim
Investment Associate
Khailee Ng
Managing Partner
René Lomelí Ojeda
Operations Director
Pahrada Sapprasert
Partner
Pedro Vieira Ph.D
Partner
Tony Wang
Managing Partner
Yingjie Wang
Investor
Bedy Yang
Managing Partner
Past deals in Turkey
Bonpara
Seed Round in 2022
Bonpara is a technology company based in Istanbul, Turkey, that specializes in electronic commerce solutions for Turkey and Azerbaijan. Founded in 2020, Bonpara provides a comprehensive digital platform that enables businesses to establish and manage online stores efficiently. Its offerings include various tools and integrations, such as payment gateways, shipping options, and marketing analytics, aimed at enhancing sales and customer engagement. The company also develops its own loyalty program for online shoppers, which can be adapted by third-party companies through its White Label solutions. Formerly known as Bonaz Ltd Sti., Bonpara rebranded in May 2022 to reflect its evolving business focus.
Lifemote
Venture Round in 2021
Lifemote provides an AI-driven SaaS platform that enhances the home broadband experience by offering advanced Wi-Fi analytics to Internet Service Providers (ISPs). The platform detects and resolves network issues proactively, preventing customer complaints before they arise. It features a Support Center view for first-line support that highlights issues and suggests straightforward follow-up actions, addressing problems such as misplaced repeaters, legacy client devices, and inadequate coverage. Additionally, Lifemote offers a topology view for agents to identify and troubleshoot issues effectively. Currently, the solution is implemented with ISPs in Norway and Turkey, with plans for deployment in Finland.
Enhance Ventures
Seed Round in 2018
Enhance Ventures is a venture builder based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, established in 2016. It specializes in developing online businesses that provide life-enhancing products and services primarily in the Middle East, North Africa, Pakistan, and Turkey (MENAPT) region. The firm has a notable portfolio, which includes joi, the leading online gifting platform in the Middle East. Enhance Ventures is backed by a diverse group of investors, including prominent venture capital funds and angel investors from the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the finance and commerce sectors.
Parasut
Series B in 2016
SaaS bookkeeping for SMEs in Turkey. Leading the SaaS revolution in Turkey. Helping small businesses digitize and grow.
BiSU
Seed Round in 2016
BiSU is a mobile platform based in Istanbul that facilitates the ordering of drinkable water in Turkey. Launched in 2015 by Ergin Uner and Ozan Alptekin, the platform allows users to order from a variety of national brands without incurring any commissions or fees. BiSU aims to democratize access to bottled water by enhancing price transparency and quality comparisons. Customers can choose between subscription services or one-time purchases, and they can conveniently pay for their orders using credit cards. The platform is designed to meet the drinking water needs of both businesses and individuals, making water delivery more accessible across the country.
Adphorus
Seed Round in 2015
Adphorus is an ad management platform that focuses on enhancing the advertising capabilities for performance marketers, particularly within Facebook and Instagram. Founded in 2015 and based in Istanbul, Turkey, the company provides a suite of features that streamline the creation, management, and optimization of advertising campaigns. Key offerings include dynamic product ads, automated campaign tools, multi-product ads, and advanced reporting capabilities. The platform supports various ad formats and incorporates smart automation and algorithmic optimization to help travel brands effectively scale their revenues. Adphorus operates as a subsidiary of Sojern Inc., emphasizing a data-driven approach to travel marketing that integrates predictive optimization and custom audience targeting.
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