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.

Oliver Samwer

Co-Founder & Investor

Marc Samwer

Co-Founder & Advisor

Past deals in FMCG

Off Meat

Seed Round in 2022
Off Foods produces plant-based meat that it distributes to various restaurants. Sales of its flagship product – a chicken-like protein called Off Meat – have grown by 10x since its establishment, according to a company statement.

Rino

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Rino delivers everything from favorite snacks to shaving cream, detergent, deodorant, and Whenever the customer wishes, wherever they are, instantly the groceries get delivered within minutes.

Zepto

Series C in 2021
Zepto offers a 10-minute grocery delivery service.

VOLY

Seed Round in 2021
VOLY is an online supermarket and delivery service that offers instant grocery delivery. The company retails the majority of essential household items that are sold in most supermarkets, including fresh produce, baby formula, and cleaning supplies. VOLY was established in 2021 by Mark Heath and Thibault Henry.

Zepto

Series A in 2021
Zepto offers a 10-minute grocery delivery service.

Pop Market

Seed Round in 2021
Pop Market takes orders via app and touting 15-minute delivery times.

Flash Coffee

Series A in 2021
Flash Coffee is a beverage company founded in 2019 and based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The company specializes in selling a diverse range of coffee and tea products, including espresso, Americano, latte, cappuccino, and various flavored teas and shakes. Flash Coffee operates both physical stores and an online platform, allowing customers to conveniently order and pay for their drinks. Customers can choose to pick up their orders from nearby locations or opt for delivery services. The brand emphasizes an award-winning menu combined with affordable pricing.

VOLY

Pre Seed Round in 2021
VOLY is an online supermarket and delivery service that offers instant grocery delivery. The company retails the majority of essential household items that are sold in most supermarkets, including fresh produce, baby formula, and cleaning supplies. VOLY was established in 2021 by Mark Heath and Thibault Henry.

Tiggy

Seed Round in 2020
15 minute grocery delivery on a mission to forever change the way we buy everyday essentials. Now live in Vancouver

Zepto

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Zepto offers a 10-minute grocery delivery service.

Klikdaily

Series A in 2020
Klikdaily is a mobile application designed to enhance the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) supply chain in Indonesia. Based in Tangerang, the company aims to empower traditional retail businesses, often referred to as mom-and-pop stores, by digitizing their supply chain processes. The application is available for download on both the App Store and Play Store, providing a modern solution to streamline operations within the FMCG market.

Fast

Seed Round in 2019
Fast's mission is to make buying online faster, safer and easier for everyone. Its Fast Login and Fast Checkout products enable a one-click sign-in and purchasing experience that makes it easier for people to buy and merchants to sell. The company's products work on any browser, device or platform to deliver a consistent, stress-free purchasing experience. Fast is entirely consumer-focused and invests heavily in its users' privacy and data security. Headquartered in San Francisco, Fast is a privately held company funded by Stripe, Index Ventures, Susa Ventures, Global Founders Capital and Brian Sugar – who also serves on the board. To learn more, visit fast.co.

Klikdaily

Venture Round in 2019
Klikdaily is a mobile application designed to enhance the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) supply chain in Indonesia. Based in Tangerang, the company aims to empower traditional retail businesses, often referred to as mom-and-pop stores, by digitizing their supply chain processes. The application is available for download on both the App Store and Play Store, providing a modern solution to streamline operations within the FMCG market.

KFit

Seed Round in 2015
KFit gets you into the best fitness studios, classes and gyms in your city. Get access to unlimited group fitness classes and activities with just one monthly membership. Transform your workouts.Never get bored. Discover new ways to move. Take as many classes per month as you’d like. Try a different studio everyday. It’s time to work out the way you want to.