Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital (GFC) is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The firm is stage agnostic, meaning it invests in companies at various stages of development, from early-stage ventures to those preparing for an initial public offering. GFC focuses on empowering talented entrepreneurs and seeks investment opportunities in sectors such as internet, retail, financial software, media, communication, and information technology. With a global perspective, GFC aims to support innovative companies across all continents.

Eyad Alkassar

Investor

Cedric Asselman

Partner

Onur Erbay

Partner

Roel Janssen

Partner

Mariam Kremer

Partner

Jing Xi Lim

Venture Partner

Soheil Mirpour

Partner, Head of Growth and PE and COO

Fabricio Pettena

Director

David Sainteff

Partner

Oliver Samwer

Investor

Donald Stalter

Partner

Guilherme Steinbruch

Partner

Dominik Unuetzer

Partner

Sarra Zayani

Partner

Arnd Lodowicks Ph.D

Managing Director

Past deals in Debt Collection

Defacto

Series A in 2022
Defacto is a fintech company that specializes in providing credit infrastructure through an API aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises. The company has developed an invoice financing platform that addresses the working capital needs of businesses engaged in B2B transactions. This platform enables companies to finance their invoices and offers the flexibility to repay loans when their customers settle their payments. By facilitating early payments to suppliers and automating payout and reconciliation processes, Defacto helps businesses manage their cash flow efficiently and streamline their financial operations.

PostEx

Seed Round in 2021
PostEx is a hybrid of receivables factoring solutions and courier services that pay invoice values upfront to e-commerce companies offering Cash on Delivery as one of their modes of payment.

Defacto

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Defacto is a fintech company that specializes in providing credit infrastructure through an API aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises. The company has developed an invoice financing platform that addresses the working capital needs of businesses engaged in B2B transactions. This platform enables companies to finance their invoices and offers the flexibility to repay loans when their customers settle their payments. By facilitating early payments to suppliers and automating payout and reconciliation processes, Defacto helps businesses manage their cash flow efficiently and streamline their financial operations.

Billie

Series C in 2021
Billie GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup founded in 2016 that specializes in pre-financing invoices and online factoring services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company aims to improve working capital management through a fully automated invoice financing solution, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by SMEs. Billie's platform facilitates expedited B2B invoicing and payments by utilizing big data analytics and digital processes, allowing for instant financing of purchases directly at the online point-of-sale. In addition to its invoice factoring services, Billie offers a pay-after-delivery product to help SMEs secure improved payment terms, enabling them to manage outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork.

Lingxi

Series A in 2020
Lingxi is a company based in Changping, China, that specializes in developing augmented intelligence technologies tailored for financial services. Its product offerings include an artificial intelligence augmented station designed to enhance employee productivity, ensure workflow compliance, and improve management assistance. Additionally, Lingxi provides an AI and robotic assistant that facilitates faster decision-making, amplifies human capabilities, and enhances data value for enterprises. The company also offers an AI training robot that delivers high-fidelity client interactions, professional training packages, and customized training solutions. Lingxi's services span various financial applications, including debt collection, financial sales, and insurance training and sales, effectively addressing the needs of the customer service sector through advanced machine intelligence.

Sonovate

Venture Round in 2019
Sonovate Limited is a financial services provider specializing in the recruitment industry in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2011 and based in London, the company caters to a diverse clientele, including start-up recruitment agencies and established firms seeking to place contractors. Sonovate offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes financing, contract administration, and back-office support, all facilitated through its cloud-based placement management application. This platform streamlines various operational tasks such as credit control, invoicing, payments, compliance, and timesheet management, allowing businesses to efficiently manage their freelance workforce. By providing both funding and administrative support, Sonovate aims to simplify the contractor payment process and offer greater flexibility to its clients.

Billie

Series B in 2019
Billie GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup founded in 2016 that specializes in pre-financing invoices and online factoring services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company aims to improve working capital management through a fully automated invoice financing solution, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by SMEs. Billie's platform facilitates expedited B2B invoicing and payments by utilizing big data analytics and digital processes, allowing for instant financing of purchases directly at the online point-of-sale. In addition to its invoice factoring services, Billie offers a pay-after-delivery product to help SMEs secure improved payment terms, enabling them to manage outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork.

DoNotPay

Seed Round in 2019
DoNotPay, Inc. is a technology company that provides a platform for legal information and self-help through its chatbot application. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, DoNotPay assists users in navigating various legal matters, including filing lawsuits, claiming awards, and contesting bureaucratic issues. The application is available to residents in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom, and it offers services such as appealing parking tickets, disputing bank fees, and helping users claim asylum in the U.S., U.K., and Canada at no cost. By leveraging artificial intelligence, DoNotPay aims to democratize access to legal resources and empower individuals to resolve small claims and other judicial matters efficiently.

Billie

Series A in 2017
Billie GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup founded in 2016 that specializes in pre-financing invoices and online factoring services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company aims to improve working capital management through a fully automated invoice financing solution, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by SMEs. Billie's platform facilitates expedited B2B invoicing and payments by utilizing big data analytics and digital processes, allowing for instant financing of purchases directly at the online point-of-sale. In addition to its invoice factoring services, Billie offers a pay-after-delivery product to help SMEs secure improved payment terms, enabling them to manage outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork.

Billie

Seed Round in 2016
Billie GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup founded in 2016 that specializes in pre-financing invoices and online factoring services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company aims to improve working capital management through a fully automated invoice financing solution, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by SMEs. Billie's platform facilitates expedited B2B invoicing and payments by utilizing big data analytics and digital processes, allowing for instant financing of purchases directly at the online point-of-sale. In addition to its invoice factoring services, Billie offers a pay-after-delivery product to help SMEs secure improved payment terms, enabling them to manage outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork.

Sonovate

Series B in 2016
Sonovate Limited is a financial services provider specializing in the recruitment industry in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2011 and based in London, the company caters to a diverse clientele, including start-up recruitment agencies and established firms seeking to place contractors. Sonovate offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes financing, contract administration, and back-office support, all facilitated through its cloud-based placement management application. This platform streamlines various operational tasks such as credit control, invoicing, payments, compliance, and timesheet management, allowing businesses to efficiently manage their freelance workforce. By providing both funding and administrative support, Sonovate aims to simplify the contractor payment process and offer greater flexibility to its clients.

BORRO

Series A in 2008
BORRO is an online lending company founded in 2008, with its headquarters in Denver, Colorado, and additional offices in London and New York. The firm specializes in providing credit solutions secured by luxury assets, including fine art, classic cars, jewelry, watches, and collectibles. By leveraging in-house valuation expertise, BORRO offers discreet loans that allow clients to access capital quickly without relying on traditional banking methods. Operating as a subsidiary of Luxury Asset Capital LLC, BORRO serves customers primarily in the United Kingdom and the United States, positioning itself as a provider of non-bank financing options for individuals seeking immediate liquidity.
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