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 Restaurants

CoLab

Seed Round in 2022
ChefPrep is a food delivery service.

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.

Grupo Central

Seed Round in 2022
Grupo Central is a pioneers in Chile in the development of the Dark Kitchens and Dark Stores model.

SPATULA Foods

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Operator of a subscription-based platform intended to provide restaurant-quality frozen dishes. The company's products are made with quality ingredients, flash-frozen to preserve texture, can be prepared within a few minutes, and have chef partnerships, enabling chefs with an avenue to monetize outside of restaurants.

Avane Cloud Kitchens

Seed Round in 2021
Avane Cloud Kitchens operates restaurants that are only available online. A Turkish FoodTech scale-up developing a unique portfolio of F&B brands delivered through multi-brand cloud kitchens. Avane Cloud Kitchens is based in Istanbul, Turkey.

Tablevibe

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of a restaurant ordering and customer relationship management system intended to help restaurants sell directly to their customer base and capture their data. The company shows up customer feedback in a simple-to-use performance dashboard, enabling clients to understand which venues and waiters do well, act on feedback, and see customer ratings improve over time.

Sauce

Seed Round in 2021
Operator of a market data analysis platform intended for restaurants to boost their sales on online platforms. The company's platform monitors orders and market data from delivery platforms and offers price adjustments that can result in increased sales, enabling restaurants to boost their restaurant delivery revenue and profits.

Pop Market

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

Vendease

Seed Round in 2021
VendEase is a marketplace that lets restaurants in Africa, order directly from farms and food manufacturers. Think of us as Instacart, but for businesses.

Katoo

Seed Round in 2021
Katoo is a food procurement platform designed to streamline the ordering process for restaurants and suppliers. It enables restaurants to easily communicate with their suppliers, place orders with a single click, and track their past purchases through a mobile application. The platform standardizes order formats for suppliers, fostering better connections between clients and their suppliers. By facilitating these interactions, Katoo empowers users to manage orders efficiently and gather valuable insights into their purchasing patterns, ultimately enhancing the food supply chain.

Kaso

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Elkaso provides a Tech-enabled platform connecting restaurants with suppliers to refill their stock needs or make last-minute orders on demand.

Vendease

Seed Round in 2021
VendEase is a marketplace that lets restaurants in Africa, order directly from farms and food manufacturers. Think of us as Instacart, but for businesses.

Aitme

Venture Round in 2021
We developed a fully automated robotic kitchen serving a variety of 100s of different dishes - always freshly cooked and customised by the user. As a start our business model is selling / leasing the robots to corporate clients to provide a flexible lunch option for employees. We take care of the whole operations and also sell the dishes - which is our actual profit stream. As the robot is very flexible we also see big potential in ghost kitchens, high frequency locations (train stations, airports, hospitals) and restaurants.

Taster

Series B in 2021
Taster SAS, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Paris, France, operates a delivery-only food brand that focuses on quality and taste. The company collaborates with talented chefs to create diverse, high-quality menus that are delivered from local kitchens to customers' homes. By leveraging a digital restaurant platform, Taster partners with licensed restaurants to provide a wide range of cuisines, enhancing the takeaway experience. This approach not only emphasizes the importance of fresh ingredients and skilled culinary expertise but also aims to engage with local communities to deliver wholesome and delicious meals efficiently.

Sundayapp

Seed Round in 2021
Sundayapp is a fully integrated solution built for restaurants, bars, pubs, cafés, and hotels customers to pay for their food via a QR code. It is built by restaurateurs for restaurateurs to connect the front and back-of-house operations and to deliver the fastest payment method. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Mission Barns

Series A in 2021
Mission Barns, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Berkeley, California, specializes in producing cell-cultured meat from animal cells. The company cultivates animal cells in a nutrient-rich environment, allowing for the sustainable growth of meat while minimizing the negative impacts associated with traditional animal farming. By leveraging advancements in biotechnology and food science, Mission Barns aims to provide juicy and savory meat products in a more efficient and environmentally friendly manner. The company's approach is designed to contribute to a more sensible food system, addressing the growing demand for sustainable food solutions.

Aitme

Seed Round in 2019
We developed a fully automated robotic kitchen serving a variety of 100s of different dishes - always freshly cooked and customised by the user. As a start our business model is selling / leasing the robots to corporate clients to provide a flexible lunch option for employees. We take care of the whole operations and also sell the dishes - which is our actual profit stream. As the robot is very flexible we also see big potential in ghost kitchens, high frequency locations (train stations, airports, hospitals) and restaurants.

Taster

Series A in 2019
Taster SAS, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Paris, France, operates a delivery-only food brand that focuses on quality and taste. The company collaborates with talented chefs to create diverse, high-quality menus that are delivered from local kitchens to customers' homes. By leveraging a digital restaurant platform, Taster partners with licensed restaurants to provide a wide range of cuisines, enhancing the takeaway experience. This approach not only emphasizes the importance of fresh ingredients and skilled culinary expertise but also aims to engage with local communities to deliver wholesome and delicious meals efficiently.

DiscoEat

Seed Round in 2019
DiscoEat is a technology-based restaurant discovery platform (reservations & delivery) that increases revenues and occupancy utilization of partner restaurants through dynamic pricing, especially during off-peak periods. It's yield mgmt engine is built to increase overall utilization of restaurants, therefore increasing revenues and profits. For users, DiscoEat presents a new way of discovering great restaurants at preferential prices and book tables or order food, the smart way.

Flipdish

Series A in 2018
Flipdish will be the go-to brand for online ordering for on-demand food businesses. Flipdish make branded ordering apps and websites for quick service delivery and takeout restaurants. Flipdish will be the go-to brand for online ordering for on-demand food businesses. Take control by using the Flipdish online ordering platform and power your online ordering business with your own branded website and app.

EatFirst

Series A in 2018
EatFirst is a leading corporate food management platform that operates in eight countries and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Established in 2018, the company serves business customers by offering a straightforward online ordering system for food, making it easy for them to cater to their needs. With a portfolio of over 3,000 partners, EatFirst boasts Europe's largest selection of food and holds a prominent market position in Australia. The platform also provides suppliers with advanced technological solutions to enhance their online presence and manage their businesses effectively, thereby facilitating growth in the competitive food sector.

DiscoEat

Seed Round in 2018
DiscoEat is a technology-based restaurant discovery platform (reservations & delivery) that increases revenues and occupancy utilization of partner restaurants through dynamic pricing, especially during off-peak periods. It's yield mgmt engine is built to increase overall utilization of restaurants, therefore increasing revenues and profits. For users, DiscoEat presents a new way of discovering great restaurants at preferential prices and book tables or order food, the smart way.

Taster

Seed Round in 2018
Taster SAS, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Paris, France, operates a delivery-only food brand that focuses on quality and taste. The company collaborates with talented chefs to create diverse, high-quality menus that are delivered from local kitchens to customers' homes. By leveraging a digital restaurant platform, Taster partners with licensed restaurants to provide a wide range of cuisines, enhancing the takeaway experience. This approach not only emphasizes the importance of fresh ingredients and skilled culinary expertise but also aims to engage with local communities to deliver wholesome and delicious meals efficiently.

Goldbelly

Series A in 2017
Goldbelly is an online platform for specialty food makers and artisans. Goldbelly's online marketplace connects local food providers to eaters and sources iconic, regional, and local foods from all kinds of cuisines across the country with tools for ordering and doorstep delivery, allowing small businesses to reach new customers and grow their revenue.

Chefclub

Seed Round in 2016
Chefclub is a cooking channel that show food videos by television and the Internet.The company is a multicultural team of talent from all around the world, with passion for cooking. The company was founded on 2016 and is based in Paris, France.

Chefclub

Seed Round in 2016
Chefclub is a cooking channel that show food videos by television and the Internet.The company is a multicultural team of talent from all around the world, with passion for cooking. The company was founded on 2016 and is based in Paris, France.

NatureBox

Series C in 2015
NatureBox, Inc. is a food brand based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in the online delivery of healthy snacks. Founded in 2011, the company offers a variety of non-GMO and vegan snack options, including dried fruits, nut mixes, cookies, chips, and popcorn. NatureBox aims to create a personalized shopping experience online that caters to individual taste and dietary preferences, focusing initially on the $64 billion snack food market. The company has experienced significant growth in its customer base and serves consumers across all 50 states. In addition to its commercial activities, NatureBox is committed to social responsibility, partnering with organizations like WhyHunger to provide nutritious food to underserved communities and previously donating over 150,000 meals to Feeding America.

Hotelscan

Series A in 2015
Hotelscan is a metasearch engine that facilitates accommodation searches for travelers seeking the best prices on a diverse range of lodging options, including hotels, bed and breakfasts, apartments, and villas. By indexing hundreds of global travel sites, Hotelscan offers users access to over 1.5 million different accommodations, allowing them to compare prices and make informed booking decisions. The platform is designed to help users find the lowest prices for their preferred accommodations, ensuring they can secure the best deals available in the market.
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