C5 Capital

C5 Capital is a London-based private equity and venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments in the secure data ecosystem and the transformation of critical infrastructure. Established in 2014, it focuses on sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and aerospace. C5 Capital aims to build long-term relationships with innovative companies across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, providing them with growth capital and strategic support. The firm also operates C5 Accelerate, which invests in startups through programs like the PeaceTech Accelerator, offering funding for equity stakes in promising ventures. With offices in Washington, D.C., Bahrain, and other locations, C5 Capital is dedicated to fostering a secure digital future while contributing to public good through its investments.

Zulfe Ali

Managing Partner

Janna Ayoub

Senior Associate of Global Partnerships

Marcos Battisti

Managing Partner

Grahame David Cook

Former Director

Christopher Cooke

Managing Partner and Head of Investor Relations

Paul Owsianowski

Partner

Melanie Peploe

Director of Fund Operations

André Pienaar

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Kurt Scherer

Managing Partner, C5 Impact Partners

Past deals in Gulf Cooperation Council

OneGCC

Seed Round in 2017
OneGCC is a Bahrain-based digital platform dedicated to enhancing job opportunities for GCC nationals by facilitating the nationalization of jobs within the Gulf Cooperation Council. The platform provides a comprehensive range of tools for both job seekers and employers, including skill matching, cloud-based interviews, online courses, and gamified assessments. By utilizing advanced algorithms, OneGCC effectively matches candidates with job opportunities tailored to their skills and personalities. Additionally, the platform offers human resources technology solutions, such as HR management systems and applicant tracking systems. OneGCC also ranks job seekers based on their industry expertise and provides valuable market insights, aiming to streamline the hiring process and address unemployment issues in the region.