FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, SaaS, and virtual reality. FJ Labs invests primarily in seed and Series A rounds, with an investment range between $50,000 and $5,000,000. The firm has backed notable companies including Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, ADORE ME, and Earnest.

Matias Barbero

Venture Capital

Zineb Belghiti

Analyst

Camila Bustamante

Investor

William Guillouard

Operating Partner

Arne Halleraker

Partner

Erez Kalir

Venture Partner

Chris Keshian

Investor

Ariel Lebowits

CFO

Jose Marin

Founding Partner

Anshul Ruparell

Founder

Luke Skertich

Investor

Andrea Xu

Investor

Past deals in Florida

GamerGains

Venture Round in 2022
GamerGains Labs operates a pioneering platform that integrates token and cryptocurrency systems into the gaming experience for traditional gamers. Targeting the vast community of PC and console players, the platform features an easy-to-use interface that facilitates the earning of cryptocurrency through an automated and transparent contest lifecycle. This approach ensures fairness and allows for instant payout settlements, enabling users to earn rewards while enjoying their favorite games. Through its innovative design, GamerGains aims to enhance the gaming experience by providing a secure and engaging way for players to monetize their skills and time spent in gaming.

GamerGains

Seed Round in 2022
GamerGains Labs operates a pioneering platform that integrates token and cryptocurrency systems into the gaming experience for traditional gamers. Targeting the vast community of PC and console players, the platform features an easy-to-use interface that facilitates the earning of cryptocurrency through an automated and transparent contest lifecycle. This approach ensures fairness and allows for instant payout settlements, enabling users to earn rewards while enjoying their favorite games. Through its innovative design, GamerGains aims to enhance the gaming experience by providing a secure and engaging way for players to monetize their skills and time spent in gaming.

Ugami

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of a financial mobile application designed to offer financial rewards services for gamers. The company provides virtual card purchases made on debit and credit cards to earn users points that can be redeemed in its store to purchase gaming merchandise, digital goods, hardware, software, exclusive game sessions and esports event preferred access, enabling gamers to play games for rewards, learn more about personal finance and manage their funds safely.

Betr

Series A in 2022
Betr is a direct-to-consumer micro-betting that introduces instant gratification to sports betting. It provides tools to support responsible play and give control over their gambling. It encourages them to use these tools to keep the experience fun and within their personal limits. Betr was founded in 2022 and is based in Miami, Florida.

EarlyDay

Pre Seed Round in 2021
EarlyDay connects employers and job seekers to make the hiring and job search process. To make hiring and job searching quicker and simpler, bring companies and job seekers together. It offers based on commuting time, pay and benefits, educational philosophies, and other factors, it assists in finding the ideal job.

Famosos

Seed Round in 2021
Famosos.com operates a celebrity interaction platform that connects fans with their favorite artists, celebrities, and influencers. The platform specializes in creating personalized videos tailored for various occasions, allowing users to receive or gift exclusive content messages. With a commitment to delivering these personalized videos in less than seven days, Famosos enhances the fan experience by providing direct engagement with well-known personalities. This service caters to individuals looking for unique and memorable ways to celebrate special moments through personalized celebrity content.

Papa

Series C in 2021
Papa is a platform that connects college students to senior citizens for companionship and assistance. The platform connects college and nursing students to older adults who need assistance with transportation, house chores, technology lessons, and other services that enable older adults to stay independent while living securely and happily at home. Papa was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

Papa

Series B in 2020
Papa is a platform that connects college students to senior citizens for companionship and assistance. Its platform connects college and nursing students to older adults who need assistance with transportation, house chores, technology lessons, and other services that enable older adults to stay independent while living securely and happily at home. Papa was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

AdHawk

Series B in 2019
AdHawk, now operating as Broadlume, is a leading provider of digital technology tailored specifically for the flooring industry. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company aggregates advertising data and integrates it with revenue metrics, offering organizations valuable insights into their sales performance. Broadlume encompasses several companies, including FloorForce, Creating Your Space, Bridgeway Interactive, and FlooringStores, collectively working to transform the purchasing and selling processes within the flooring market.

mParticle

Series C in 2017
mParticle, Inc. is a customer data platform designed to assist multi-channel consumer brands in accelerating their growth strategies. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the platform enables marketers, developers, product managers, and data scientists to unify data and streamline partner integrations with a focus on security and reliability. By collecting user data from various services, mParticle provides a comprehensive view that enhances marketing, advertising, and analytics efforts across web and mobile applications. Its solutions are utilized by notable companies such as Walmart, NBC Universal, and Airbnb to effectively manage their customer interactions throughout the buying process. mParticle serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, financial services, media, and travel, ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR. The company also has offices in San Francisco, Bellevue, London, and Delray Beach.

Home61

Seed Round in 2016
Home61 operates as an online real estate company based in Miami, Florida, specializing in residential properties such as houses, apartments, condos, and penthouses available for rent and sale. Founded in 2014, the company facilitates property listings for individuals, landlords, management companies, and brokers, allowing them to connect with potential buyers and renters. Home61 leverages technology to enhance the real estate experience, providing clients with confidence in buying and selling significant assets. The firm also supports real estate agents by offering tools and resources to help them succeed in a competitive market. Through its innovative approach, Home61 aims to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of transactions in the Miami real estate market.
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