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 Furniture

Lyght GmbH

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Lyght GmbH is a Berlin-based company established in 2018 that operates an online platform for furniture rental services. The company offers a range of furniture items, including sofas, armchairs, tables, and beds, allowing customers to rent these items for as long as they desire. This approach provides flexibility without the financial burden and commitment associated with ownership. Additionally, Lyght GmbH emphasizes sustainability by adopting a circular model that addresses the environmental impact of furniture consumption.

Cityfurnish

Series A in 2019
Cityfurnish is an online furniture rental platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana. The company specializes in offering a diverse range of household goods, including modern and contemporary wooden furniture, appliances, and fitness equipment. Through its platform, Cityfurnish provides consumers with access to slightly used and refurbished products on a convenient monthly rental basis, making quality furnishings more affordable and accessible. The service is designed to cater to the needs of individuals seeking flexible and cost-effective solutions for their home and lifestyle requirements.

Trusk

Series A in 2019
Trusk is a freight forwarder company that moves furniture on demand. Trusk is a freight forwarder: as such, it works only with transport professionals, qualified and insured. TRUSK ACADEMY is their training and selection tool. The TRUSKERS are thus trained in the values ​​of the company.

MYCS

Series B in 2018
Mycs GmbH, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Berlin, operates an online furniture store specializing in customizable home furnishings. The company aims to transform the furniture buying experience by making customization accessible and straightforward for consumers. Its innovative photorealistic 3D online configurator allows customers to design various furniture pieces, including tables, sofas, and shelves, tailored to their specific preferences regarding size, color, material, and features. Since launching its platform in 2015, Mycs has gained significant traction, with a reported run rate of €5 million in its first year and a strong return rate, where every third customer revisits within 18 months.

MYCS

Series A in 2017
Mycs GmbH, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Berlin, operates an online furniture store specializing in customizable home furnishings. The company aims to transform the furniture buying experience by making customization accessible and straightforward for consumers. Its innovative photorealistic 3D online configurator allows customers to design various furniture pieces, including tables, sofas, and shelves, tailored to their specific preferences regarding size, color, material, and features. Since launching its platform in 2015, Mycs has gained significant traction, with a reported run rate of €5 million in its first year and a strong return rate, where every third customer revisits within 18 months.

Trusk

Series A in 2016
Trusk is a freight forwarder company that moves furniture on demand. Trusk is a freight forwarder: as such, it works only with transport professionals, qualified and insured. TRUSK ACADEMY is their training and selection tool. The TRUSKERS are thus trained in the values ​​of the company.
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