Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, with a focus on empowering entrepreneurs globally. The firm is stage agnostic, investing in companies across various sectors, including internet, software, fintech, e-commerce, and telecommunications. Global Founders Capital typically invests in the equity of young technology companies, with a preference for startups located in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, Vietnam, Colombia, Europe, the United States, and China. Investment amounts range from €0.01 million to €10 million, with specific allocations varying by stage: seed investments typically between €0.1 million and €1 million, early-stage investments between €1 million and €3 million, and growth-stage investments between €3 million and €8 million. The firm often seeks to be the lead investor and aims to secure board representation in its portfolio companies.

Marc Samwer

Co-Founder & Advisor

Oliver Samwer

Co-Founder & Investor

Past deals in Professional services

insureQ

Seed Round in 2021
Insurance tailored to your profession. 100% digital - from purchasing the insurance, over managing policies, to filing a claim.

CareerLabs

Seed Round in 2021
CareerLabs is the go-to place for all career needs of students and young graduates. We have a proven track record of helping students craft their career journeys. We offer a wide range of preparatory programs for national and international entrance exams, as well as Admissions Consulting Services for Graduate and Business Schools, both abroad and in India. We are a diverse team of highly-experienced professionals and educators with a passion for helping you discover your full potential as you prepare for a life beyond college. With each passing year, we at CareerLabs, strive to become more committed to the cause of helping you succeed in life.