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 Life Insurance

Dalma.

Series A in 2022
Dalma offers transparent, subscription-based health insurance that covers pets, reimbursing costs related to illnesses, injuries, and preventive care.

R5

Seed Round in 2022
Grupo R5 Ltda operates R5, provides mortgages loans and insurance policy using assets, such as cars and motorcycles as collateral to customers in Bogota, Medellin, Cali, and Bucaramanga. It enables users to buy and provides consulting services online. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Bogotá, Colombia.

Seyna

Series A in 2022
Seyna is a digital insurance company based in Paris, France, that specializes in providing white label damage insurance. Incorporated in 2018, the company offers a range of insurance products, including rental insurance, coverage for tuition fees at private institutions in the event of illness, protection for self-employed workers' equipment, and ticket cancellation insurance. As a licensed Property & Casualty insurer, Seyna operates within the European market, catering to various customer needs through its innovative insurance solutions.

Amenli

Seed Round in 2021
Amenli is the first licensed online insurance broker in Egypt.

Dalma.

Seed Round in 2021
Dalma offers transparent, subscription-based health insurance that covers pets, reimbursing costs related to illnesses, injuries, and preventive care.

insureQ

Seed Round in 2021
Insurance tailored to your profession. 100% digital - from purchasing the insurance, over managing policies, to filing a claim.

Goodcover

Series A in 2020
Goodcover Insurance Solutions, LLC provides insurance brokerage services. It offers insurance products and services for personal property, such as liability for accidental property damage and bodily injury, medical payments for the customer’s guests' injuries, and temporary accommodations if customer’s place becomes unlivable. Goodcover Insurance Solutions, LLC was incorporated in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.

SingularCover

Series A in 2020
Singular Cover is the online insurance for small businesses, made just for you. Simple to understand and buy, in just a few clicks.

Lingxi

Series A in 2020
Lingxi is a company that applies machine intelligence to financial services such as debt collection and insurance sales, to its ever-expanding portfolio of investments.

Seyna

Seed Round in 2019
Seyna is a digital insurance company based in Paris, France, that specializes in providing white label damage insurance. Incorporated in 2018, the company offers a range of insurance products, including rental insurance, coverage for tuition fees at private institutions in the event of illness, protection for self-employed workers' equipment, and ticket cancellation insurance. As a licensed Property & Casualty insurer, Seyna operates within the European market, catering to various customer needs through its innovative insurance solutions.

Next Insurance

Series C in 2019
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing affordable insurance products and services tailored to small businesses and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers a variety of insurance options, including general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, business insurance, and workers' compensation. Its services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, beauty, therapy, and education. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance streamlines the insurance purchasing process, eliminating the need for agents and reducing costs for clients. The company is committed to transparency, with efficient claims investigation processes that often yield decisions within 48 hours.

SingularCover

Seed Round in 2019
Singular Cover is the online insurance for small businesses, made just for you. Simple to understand and buy, in just a few clicks.

Next Insurance

Series B in 2018
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing affordable insurance products and services tailored to small businesses and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers a variety of insurance options, including general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, business insurance, and workers' compensation. Its services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, beauty, therapy, and education. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance streamlines the insurance purchasing process, eliminating the need for agents and reducing costs for clients. The company is committed to transparency, with efficient claims investigation processes that often yield decisions within 48 hours.

Next Insurance

Series A in 2017
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing affordable insurance products and services tailored to small businesses and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers a variety of insurance options, including general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, business insurance, and workers' compensation. Its services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, beauty, therapy, and education. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance streamlines the insurance purchasing process, eliminating the need for agents and reducing costs for clients. The company is committed to transparency, with efficient claims investigation processes that often yield decisions within 48 hours.

Getsafe

Seed Round in 2015
GetSafe GmbH is a digital insurance company based in Heidelberg, Germany, founded in 2014. The company offers a user-friendly platform that allows customers to manage their insurance policies digitally, providing a simple and enjoyable experience. GetSafe provides various insurance products, including liability, contents, and car insurance in Germany, as well as contents insurance in the UK. By leveraging technology and automation, GetSafe streamlines the insurance process, enabling customers to file claims or adjust their coverage quickly and easily through their smartphones. This approach replaces traditional complexity and paperwork with smart bots, enhancing the overall efficiency and accessibility of insurance services.

Getsafe

Seed Round in 2015
GetSafe GmbH is a digital insurance company based in Heidelberg, Germany, founded in 2014. The company offers a user-friendly platform that allows customers to manage their insurance policies digitally, providing a simple and enjoyable experience. GetSafe provides various insurance products, including liability, contents, and car insurance in Germany, as well as contents insurance in the UK. By leveraging technology and automation, GetSafe streamlines the insurance process, enabling customers to file claims or adjust their coverage quickly and easily through their smartphones. This approach replaces traditional complexity and paperwork with smart bots, enhancing the overall efficiency and accessibility of insurance services.