Global Asset Capital

Global Asset Capital, LLC is a private equity investment firm founded in 1997 and based in London, United Kingdom. With over one and a half billion dollars in assets, the firm specializes in venture capital, structured finance, and real estate. Global Asset Capital focuses on investing in seed, early, and growth-stage companies, particularly in the information technology, telecommunications, media, and technology sectors. The firm partners with exceptional management teams to create category-defining companies and drive long-term equity value. Its management team boasts diverse expertise, having generated over $50 billion in shareholder value through significant roles in notable companies such as CBS, Cisco Systems, and Dell. By leveraging a global perspective and extensive resources, Global Asset Capital aims to maximize the value of its portfolio companies through strategic support and collaboration.

Riaz Valani

General Partner

11 past transactions

JUUL

Funding Round in 2022
JUUL is an electronics company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on providing alternatives for adult smokers through its nicotine vaporizer products. The company aims to eliminate combustible cigarettes by offering a satisfying and less harmful option for the estimated one billion smokers worldwide. JUUL's product line includes e-cigarettes and a variety of free-base nicotine flavors made from natural oils and extracts, designed to help users transition from traditional tobacco smoking. Research conducted by JUUL indicates that hundreds of thousands of smokers have successfully switched to their products, with the company committed to facilitating this transition for millions more in the future.

Quinn

Seed Round in 2022
Quinn is an innovative platform specializing in audio erotica, designed primarily for women. The company offers a non-visual alternative to traditional pornography, focusing on creating and sharing audio stories that cater to various preferences and moods. Users can easily browse through different categories, listen to content from their favorite creators, and discover tailored playlists that enhance their personal experience. By emphasizing engagement with one's body and fostering a sense of empowerment, Quinn aims to provide a unique and fulfilling way to explore eroticism through sound.

Second Home

Acquisition in 2022
Second Home is a workspace provider, established in 2014, that offers shared office spaces for entrepreneurs, innovators, and creative businesses in London, Lisbon, and Los Angeles. The company, founded by Rohan Silva, Samuel Aldenton, and Robin Klein, operates its headquarters in London, UK. Second Home's spaces foster collaboration and creativity, hosting a variety of cultural events and providing a supportive environment for diverse industries and disciplines.

Proclaim

Series B in 2022
Fresh is a company that specializes in personalized oral care services and the development of solutions aimed at preventing oral diseases. Founded in 2017 by Mike Hanuschik and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Fresh focuses on addressing oral health issues that can lead to serious systemic diseases, such as diabetes, pancreatic cancer, Alzheimer’s, pneumonia, and heart disease. The company’s platform offers innovative remedies to improve oral health and ensure fresh breath for patients, contributing to overall well-being.

Willow Servicing

Seed Round in 2022
Willow Servicing is a financial technology company focused on automating mortgage servicing and compliance processes. By rebuilding the core technology used by mortgage servicers, Willow Servicing offers software solutions that streamline routine tasks, such as generating tax forms and managing servicing transfers. This innovative approach aims to enhance transparency for borrowers, providing them with greater visibility into the status of their mortgages and improved control over their finances and home ownership. The company's mission emphasizes the belief that technology should cater to the needs of homeowners and facilitate better service for lenders in the mortgage industry.

Oma Fertility

Venture Round in 2022
Oma Fertility is a comprehensive fertility clinic that provides a range of fertility care services, including in-vitro fertilization (IVF), egg freezing, embryo transfer, egg donation, sperm donation, and gestational surrogacy. The clinic utilizes advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance the selection process of sperm cells for IVF through its proprietary AI microscope, Oma Sperm InSight. By integrating top lab design and technology with personalized care, Oma Fertility aims to make fertility treatments more accessible and affordable for a diverse population. The clinic also collaborates with external partners, such as surrogate agencies and egg and sperm banks, to facilitate a seamless experience for individuals and couples seeking fertility assistance.

Un1Feed

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Un1Feed create its own feed filters that user can choose what they want to consume and automatically filters feed into categories based on topics

Arise Travel

Seed Round in 2020
Arise Travel, founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing a decentralized network that utilizes blockchain technology to enhance the distribution and sale of hotel room inventory. The company creates a direct booking platform that connects hotels with online travel agencies (OTAs) and travel management companies (TMCs), allowing for more transparent and flexible transactions. By automating distribution processes and eliminating intermediaries, Arise Travel empowers hotels to gain greater control over their inventory and improve profitability. This innovative approach facilitates efficient data sharing and transactions between hotels and their demand partners, ultimately benefiting the hospitality sector.

Isarna Therapeutics

Private Equity Round in 2005
Isarna Therapeutics is focused on the development of selective TGF-β inhibitors aimed at treating ophthalmic and fibrotic diseases, as well as combating cancer. The company is advancing an innovative pipeline that includes novel oligonucleotides and combination therapies, designed to enhance clinical responses and improve patient outcomes. By leveraging its expertise in the field, Isarna Therapeutics is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in ophthalmic care and beyond.

Webify

Series C in 2005
As of August 2, 2006, Webify Solutions, Inc. was acquired by International Business Machines Corp. Webify Solutions, Inc. provides industry-specific SOA software and services. It develops and markets on demand industry solutions to offer business agility and measurable business value for healthcare and insurance companies. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.

Datawire Communication Networks

Series A in 2000
Datawire Communication Networks, Inc. specializes in the development and provision of Internet-based transaction delivery networks tailored for payment processors and merchant acquirers across North America and Europe. The company offers a distributed transaction transport network known as Datawire VXN, which facilitates Internet money transfers and credit card processing services within the payment processing sector. Additionally, Datawire provides Datawire NAM, an Internet protocol connectivity solution designed for Windows-based point of sale applications. Through its innovative solutions, Datawire aims to deliver high-speed, secure, and reliable transaction transport, enhancing operational efficiency for its clients in the financial services industry.
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