Citi Ventures

Citi Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Citigroup that leverages the bank’s resources to identify, incubate, and invest in innovative ideas at the intersection of finance and technology. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in New York, London, Palo Alto, Tel Aviv, and Singapore, Citi Ventures collaborates with Citi colleagues, clients, and the broader innovation community to discover new value and accelerate the development of transformative technologies. The firm focuses on fintech, data analytics and machine learning, the future of commerce, security and enterprise IT, marketing, property technology, distributed ledger technology, and digital assets, pursuing strategic investments that complement Citi’s business lines and risk management capabilities. Since its founding, Citi Ventures has sought to build partnerships and portfolios that support entrepreneurship and technological progress, helping individuals, businesses, and communities adapt to rapid digital change while expanding Citi’s ecosystem and capabilities.

Avi Arnon

Senior Vice President

Krishna Balachanader

Managing Director

Thompson Barro

Vice President

Matt Carbonara

Managing Director

Alex Chen

Vice President - Venture Investing

Past deals in Leasing

Phoenix Aviation Capital

Debt Financing in 2024
Phoenix Aviation Capital is a global aircraft lessor, specializing in financing modern, high-demand aircraft to meet the diverse financing needs of its airline clients worldwide, with a particular focus on the European market, operating from Dublin, Ireland.

Kasa Living

Series C in 2023
Kasa Living is a real estate platform that partners with owners of multifamily and boutique hospitality properties to convert underutilized real estate into professionally managed rentals and hotels. The platform provides online booking for apartments and boutique accommodations, hotel check-in, and property management services aimed at business and leisure travelers. It operates with a network across numerous states in the United States from its base in San Francisco, offering home-like, affordable stays by transforming suitable properties into professionally managed, guest-ready units.

Propel

Debt Financing in 2022
Propel Finance No 1 Limited, established in 1996 and based in Newport, United Kingdom, offers financial services primarily to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors, including catering, construction, fitness, IT, manufacturing, and real estate. The company specializes in asset finance solutions, enabling businesses to acquire essential equipment and vehicles efficiently. Propel is committed to providing flexible and accessible financing options, utilizing a blend of collaboration and technology to enhance customer experiences. Formerly known as Henry Howard Finance Group No. 1 Limited, the company rebranded in December 2016 to better align with its mission of delivering impactful financial solutions.

Jetty

Convertible Note in 2021
Jetty Insurance Agency LLC, founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, is a financial services company that specializes in providing property and casualty insurance products. The company has developed a real estate insurance platform aimed at simplifying the leasing process and enhancing conversion rates for property managers. Jetty's innovative solutions help property managers increase lease conversions, minimize bad debt, and streamline their operations. For renters, Jetty alleviates the financial burden associated with move-in costs, making home renting more affordable and accessible. Through its mission, Jetty seeks to transform the rental experience for both property managers and residents.

Roofstock

Series D in 2020
Roofstock operates an online marketplace enabling investors to buy and sell single-family rental homes with existing tenants. Founded in 2015, the company provides research tools, analytics, and insights to facilitate informed investment decisions.

1st Stop Group

Debt Financing in 2017
1st Stop Group Limited is a financial services provider based in Blackpool, United Kingdom. Established in 2004, the company offers a diverse array of financial products aimed at the retail marketplace. Its offerings include unsecured personal loans, secured loans for homeowners, car finance, and hire purchase services available for both homeowners and tenants. Through its various subsidiary companies, 1st Stop Group caters to the financial needs of consumers, facilitating access to credit and financing options.

BDO Unibank

Post in 2017
BDO Unibank is a full-service universal bank in the Philippines, headquartered in Makati City. It serves corporate and retail customers with a broad range of products and services, including lending and deposits, treasury and cash management, and trust and investment services. The bank also provides investment banking, private banking, insurance, leasing and financing, remittance, rural banking, and card services such as credit cards and cash cards, along with securities brokerage. It offers private, online, and mobile banking to individuals and institutions. Through its local subsidiaries and networks, BDO Unibank supports capital markets activities and wealth management, delivering a comprehensive platform that combines traditional banking with financing, remittance, and digital solutions.
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