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 Entertainment

Talewind

Seed Round in 2021
Operator of a metaverse game development studio intended to create high-quality, immersive experiences for the metaverse. The company offers games full of quirky characters, fun, and secrets that are designed to be fun, social, and collaborative to create high-quality, immersive experiences that will help to shape the future of the metaverse, enabling gamers to enjoy the experiences of a new wave of metaverse platforms and get a unique opportunity to interact with each other in real-time.

Afterparty

Seed Round in 2021
Afterparty is a technology company focused on enhancing the music creator economy through its Web3 platform. This platform allows creators to directly monetize their work while fostering and managing relationships with their NFT collectors. By providing essential tools for community engagement, Afterparty enables creators to build and maintain direct connections with their fans and supporters, thus facilitating a more sustainable model for their artistic endeavors.

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.

Podcast App

Seed Round in 2018
The Podcast App is a streamlined mobile application designed to help users discover and enjoy podcasts that align with their interests. Utilizing advanced machine learning technology, it creates personalized playlists tailored to individual tastes, enhancing the listening experience. The app facilitates a straightforward process for users to find, save, and listen to their favorite podcasts across a wide range of topics, including news, education, comedy, politics, and true crime. By focusing on user preferences, The Podcast App aims to simplify the podcast discovery process and provide a diverse selection of audio content.

Gamer Sensei

Seed Round in 2016
Gamer Sensei is a pioneering platform designed for competitive gamers seeking to enhance their skills and performance. It connects players of all skill levels with a vast network of professional, certified coaches across major esports titles. The platform offers personalized, one-on-one online coaching sessions, allowing gamers to receive tailored advice and strategic guidance while they engage in lessons with their sensei. By leveraging its innovative technology, Gamer Sensei aims to facilitate skills development and help players achieve their gaming goals, ultimately enabling them to excel in the competitive esports landscape.
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