FJ Labs

FJ Labs, established in 2015 and headquartered in New York, is a stage-agnostic investment firm focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. It invests in seed and series A rounds, with a typical investment range of $50,000 to $5,000,000. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, Adore Me, and Earnest, spanning sectors like e-commerce, fintech, and ad tech.

Matias Barbero

Investor

Zineb Belghiti

Operations Associate

William Guillouard

Operating Partner

Arne Halleraker

Principal

Christopher Keshian

Investor

Ariel Lebowits

CFO

Jose Marin

Co-Founder

Güimar Vaca Sittic

Venture Partner

Jeff Weinstein

Partner

Past deals in Sustainability

APLANET

Convertible Note in 2025
APLANET provides a cloud-based platform designed for organizations to manage, track, and showcase their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The platform automates the data collection process, allowing users to aggregate information across their organization or client portfolios. This functionality simplifies the sharing of ESG data with stakeholders, enabling organizations to make informed decisions that enhance their societal impact. APLANET's software includes features focused on community, sustainability, and materiality, and operates on a subscription-based pricing model. This approach not only helps organizations measure and analyze their ESG efforts but also facilitates the maximization of positive outcomes across their value chains in a cost-effective manner.

Rebelstork

Series B in 2025
Rebelstork Corporation is an e-commerce company based in Toronto, Canada, that operates an online marketplace for buying and selling overstock, open box, and quality used baby gear. Founded in 2018, the company aims to simplify the parenting experience by reducing the hassle typically associated with purchasing baby products. Rebelstork's platform features a range of items, including double strollers, baby cribs, carriers, swings, bouncers, and breast pumps, all curated to ensure quality at affordable prices. Utilizing an artificial intelligence-powered resale pricing algorithm, Rebelstork addresses the evolving needs of consumers while promoting a circular economy, reflecting its commitment to minimizing the environmental impact of parenting. The company is also a certified pending B Corporation, demonstrating its dedication to social responsibility.

DSB

Seed Round in 2025
DSB Deutsche Sanierungsberatung specializes in energy-efficient renovations for residential homes, focusing on sustainable solutions to combat climate change. The company operates by offering climate-friendly services, aiming to make homes climate-neutral.

TIER Mobility

Series D in 2025
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

JOKR

Series E in 2024
JOKR is a hyper-local delivery platform specializing in instant retail services for grocery and convenience products. It aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing fast and personalized delivery, typically within minutes or at scheduled times, thus saving customers valuable time. By utilizing a network of micro fulfillment centers, JOKR delivers a diverse range of both global and local products, while also emphasizing sustainability by minimizing food waste and supporting small businesses. The company operates in key Brazilian cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo under the brand "DAKI." JOKR's commitment to a more relevant shopping experience and its innovative approach have positioned it as a significant player in the last-mile delivery market.

The Rounds

Series B in 2024
The Rounds operates a zero-waste logistics network that focuses on delivering essential consumer goods without packaging waste. The company specializes in refilling empty containers with everyday items such as household sundries, cleaning products, personal care items, laundry supplies, and pantry goods. By providing a sustainable alternative to traditional delivery services, The Rounds aims to meet customer needs while minimizing environmental impact.

TIER Mobility

Venture Round in 2024
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

Reneo

Series B in 2024
Reneo is the leading end-to-end asset transformation- and decarbonization platform for residential real estate in Germany. Using proprietary software technology to identify and realize the ecological and economic potential of stranded assets.

Tings

Seed Round in 2024
Tings is a mobile application that facilitates the organization, retention, and sale of unwanted recyclable and used goods. It operates as a circular economy platform aimed at extending the life of products by simplifying the processes of repair, refinement, buying, and selling. The app caters to users at any stage of ownership, offering features such as verified product history and automatic valuation. This approach not only promotes sustainable practices but also encourages consumers, dealers, and manufacturers to adopt a long-term perspective on product usage and lifecycle.

This is Unfolded

Seed Round in 2023
Unfolded is an environmentally conscious company that specializes in the production of sustainable clothing. Its business model emphasizes minimizing waste throughout the manufacturing process. Instead of traditional returns, Unfolded encourages customers to participate in a swapping system, allowing individuals to exchange items within the community. This approach not only promotes sustainability but also provides consumers with cost-effective options for ethically produced clothing. By prioritizing waste reduction and supporting community engagement, Unfolded aims to offer reasonably priced apparel while fostering a circular economy in the fashion industry.

Devolut

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Devolut specializes in providing an end-to-end return service aimed at improving the customer experience for businesses. Through intelligent algorithms, the company enhances sales and reduces operational costs while facilitating hassle-free returns and exchanges. Its product includes reusable shipments and a real-time management portal, which together help companies streamline their return processes. Additionally, Devolut's approach contributes to a reduced carbon footprint, making it a sustainable choice for businesses looking to optimize their return services.

Juno

Series A in 2023
Juno Residential, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, focused on the development of residential apartments. Established in 2018, Juno Residential specializes in creating prefabricated housing solutions that prioritize environmental sustainability. The company employs innovative prefabrication techniques and utilizes organic, low-carbon materials such as mass timber to construct modern and curated living spaces. By offering these eco-friendly and efficient housing alternatives, Juno aims to address the growing demand for sustainable residential options.

APLANET

Series A in 2023
APLANET provides a cloud-based platform designed for organizations to manage, track, and showcase their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The platform automates the data collection process, allowing users to aggregate information across their organization or client portfolios. This functionality simplifies the sharing of ESG data with stakeholders, enabling organizations to make informed decisions that enhance their societal impact. APLANET's software includes features focused on community, sustainability, and materiality, and operates on a subscription-based pricing model. This approach not only helps organizations measure and analyze their ESG efforts but also facilitates the maximization of positive outcomes across their value chains in a cost-effective manner.

Blank Street

Venture Round in 2023
Blank Street is a coffee chain focused on making coffee accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience by providing convenient locations and a streamlined customer experience. The company employs automated espresso machines that ensure consistent quality, allowing baristas to engage more with customers and cultivate relationships. Blank Street's product offerings include a variety of coffee flavors, baked goods, pastries, and tacos, all designed to enhance the coffee-drinking experience. In addition, customers can conveniently place their orders through a mobile application, facilitating a quick and efficient service. The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its goal of operating with zero waste and zero emissions, while utilizing high-quality outsourced vendors for milk and pastries to maintain focus on their core coffee products.

Manzana Verde

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Manzana Verde is a meal delivery service that focuses on providing balanced and nutritious meals tailored to individual health goals. Operating in Piura, Lima, and Mexico City, the company offers a monthly subscription platform that combines meal delivery with nutritional advice. The meals are designed to meet essential dietary requirements, incorporating the necessary calories, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to support a healthy lifestyle. By offering a variety of nutritious food options, Manzana Verde aims to help consumers achieve their health objectives and maintain overall wellness.

JOKR

Venture Round in 2022
JOKR is a hyper-local delivery platform specializing in instant retail services for grocery and convenience products. It aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing fast and personalized delivery, typically within minutes or at scheduled times, thus saving customers valuable time. By utilizing a network of micro fulfillment centers, JOKR delivers a diverse range of both global and local products, while also emphasizing sustainability by minimizing food waste and supporting small businesses. The company operates in key Brazilian cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo under the brand "DAKI." JOKR's commitment to a more relevant shopping experience and its innovative approach have positioned it as a significant player in the last-mile delivery market.

This is Unfolded

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Unfolded is an environmentally conscious company that specializes in the production of sustainable clothing. Its business model emphasizes minimizing waste throughout the manufacturing process. Instead of traditional returns, Unfolded encourages customers to participate in a swapping system, allowing individuals to exchange items within the community. This approach not only promotes sustainability but also provides consumers with cost-effective options for ethically produced clothing. By prioritizing waste reduction and supporting community engagement, Unfolded aims to offer reasonably priced apparel while fostering a circular economy in the fashion industry.

Reneo

Series A in 2022
Reneo is the leading end-to-end asset transformation- and decarbonization platform for residential real estate in Germany. Using proprietary software technology to identify and realize the ecological and economic potential of stranded assets.

Treasury.Space

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Treasury develops a curated platform that allows metaverse builders to connect directly with architects, designers, and other creators. The metaverse platform offers an asset hub for metaverse creators and builders to get access to premium spatial environmental assets, helping creators, owners, and society as a whole build new sustainable value.

APLANET

Seed Round in 2021
APLANET provides a cloud-based platform designed for organizations to manage, track, and showcase their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The platform automates the data collection process, allowing users to aggregate information across their organization or client portfolios. This functionality simplifies the sharing of ESG data with stakeholders, enabling organizations to make informed decisions that enhance their societal impact. APLANET's software includes features focused on community, sustainability, and materiality, and operates on a subscription-based pricing model. This approach not only helps organizations measure and analyze their ESG efforts but also facilitates the maximization of positive outcomes across their value chains in a cost-effective manner.

Blank Street

Series A in 2021
Blank Street is a coffee chain focused on making coffee accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience by providing convenient locations and a streamlined customer experience. The company employs automated espresso machines that ensure consistent quality, allowing baristas to engage more with customers and cultivate relationships. Blank Street's product offerings include a variety of coffee flavors, baked goods, pastries, and tacos, all designed to enhance the coffee-drinking experience. In addition, customers can conveniently place their orders through a mobile application, facilitating a quick and efficient service. The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its goal of operating with zero waste and zero emissions, while utilizing high-quality outsourced vendors for milk and pastries to maintain focus on their core coffee products.

JOKR

Series A in 2021
JOKR is a hyper-local delivery platform specializing in instant retail services for grocery and convenience products. It aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing fast and personalized delivery, typically within minutes or at scheduled times, thus saving customers valuable time. By utilizing a network of micro fulfillment centers, JOKR delivers a diverse range of both global and local products, while also emphasizing sustainability by minimizing food waste and supporting small businesses. The company operates in key Brazilian cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo under the brand "DAKI." JOKR's commitment to a more relevant shopping experience and its innovative approach have positioned it as a significant player in the last-mile delivery market.

Manzana Verde

Convertible Note in 2021
Manzana Verde is a meal delivery service that focuses on providing balanced and nutritious meals tailored to individual health goals. Operating in Piura, Lima, and Mexico City, the company offers a monthly subscription platform that combines meal delivery with nutritional advice. The meals are designed to meet essential dietary requirements, incorporating the necessary calories, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to support a healthy lifestyle. By offering a variety of nutritious food options, Manzana Verde aims to help consumers achieve their health objectives and maintain overall wellness.

Manzana Verde

Seed Round in 2021
Manzana Verde is a meal delivery service that focuses on providing balanced and nutritious meals tailored to individual health goals. Operating in Piura, Lima, and Mexico City, the company offers a monthly subscription platform that combines meal delivery with nutritional advice. The meals are designed to meet essential dietary requirements, incorporating the necessary calories, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to support a healthy lifestyle. By offering a variety of nutritious food options, Manzana Verde aims to help consumers achieve their health objectives and maintain overall wellness.

Veo

Series A in 2021
Veo is a micro-mobility company that operates electric scooters and bikes primarily in urban areas and around universities. The company designs and engineers vehicles, hardware, and software systems aimed at providing sustainable and healthy transportation options. Veo's bike-share application facilitates affordable and environmentally friendly travel, particularly in locations with high student populations. Through its reservation platform, users can easily find and reserve bikes, with automatic payment processing to enhance convenience. By promoting greener modes of transport, Veo contributes to making communities more sustainable and livable.

Impacked

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Impacked operates an online marketplace specifically designed for primary packaging, aiming to facilitate the connection and collaboration between brands and suppliers. The platform streamlines the packaging sourcing process by offering tools that enable suppliers to enhance their sales and marketing efforts. Clients can efficiently search, filter, sample, quote, and purchase various packaging options, allowing them to choose solutions that best meet their specific needs. By modernizing the packaging sourcing landscape, Impacked positions itself as a comprehensive resource for all primary packaging requirements.

SCiFi Foods

Series A in 2021
SCiFi Foods is a food technology company focused on producing cultivated meat that combines lab-grown beef cells with plant-based ingredients to create burgers that closely replicate the taste of traditional beef. The company aims to provide a sustainable and ethical alternative to conventional meat by utilizing bioengineering techniques to grow meat cells without relying on animal farming. SCiFi Foods has achieved significant advancements, including the successful growth of beef cells in suspension, which has the potential to drastically reduce production costs. Founded by CEO Joshua March and CTO Kasia Gora, PhD, the company has attracted $29 million in funding from prominent investors, positioning it for future growth in the alternative protein market.

Blank Street

Seed Round in 2021
Blank Street is a coffee chain focused on making coffee accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience by providing convenient locations and a streamlined customer experience. The company employs automated espresso machines that ensure consistent quality, allowing baristas to engage more with customers and cultivate relationships. Blank Street's product offerings include a variety of coffee flavors, baked goods, pastries, and tacos, all designed to enhance the coffee-drinking experience. In addition, customers can conveniently place their orders through a mobile application, facilitating a quick and efficient service. The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its goal of operating with zero waste and zero emissions, while utilizing high-quality outsourced vendors for milk and pastries to maintain focus on their core coffee products.

WeDontHaveTime AB (publ)

Seed Round in 2021
We Don't Have Time operates a social networking platform designed to engage individuals in the fight against climate change. The platform empowers its users to influence businesses, politicians, and world leaders by fostering a community that prioritizes sustainability. It provides access to climate-friendly products and services while encouraging organizations to transparently disclose their climate impact. Through this approach, the company aims to facilitate a collective transition towards a sustainable, fossil-free society, enabling members to actively participate in addressing the climate crisis.

Lime

Venture Round in 2020
Lime is a transportation company that focuses on providing sustainable solutions for urban mobility by offering electric scooters and bike-sharing services. The company partners with cities to deploy a fleet of electric bikes and scooters equipped with GPS and self-activating locks, which allows users to access affordable and reliable transportation options. Lime aims to address the first- and last-mile transportation challenges, promoting environmentally friendly alternatives that help reduce carbon footprints. By encouraging a shift in transportation behavior, Lime seeks to empower future generations to contribute to a more sustainable planet.

Blank Street

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Blank Street is a coffee chain focused on making coffee accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience by providing convenient locations and a streamlined customer experience. The company employs automated espresso machines that ensure consistent quality, allowing baristas to engage more with customers and cultivate relationships. Blank Street's product offerings include a variety of coffee flavors, baked goods, pastries, and tacos, all designed to enhance the coffee-drinking experience. In addition, customers can conveniently place their orders through a mobile application, facilitating a quick and efficient service. The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its goal of operating with zero waste and zero emissions, while utilizing high-quality outsourced vendors for milk and pastries to maintain focus on their core coffee products.

SCiFi Foods

Pre Seed Round in 2020
SCiFi Foods is a food technology company focused on producing cultivated meat that combines lab-grown beef cells with plant-based ingredients to create burgers that closely replicate the taste of traditional beef. The company aims to provide a sustainable and ethical alternative to conventional meat by utilizing bioengineering techniques to grow meat cells without relying on animal farming. SCiFi Foods has achieved significant advancements, including the successful growth of beef cells in suspension, which has the potential to drastically reduce production costs. Founded by CEO Joshua March and CTO Kasia Gora, PhD, the company has attracted $29 million in funding from prominent investors, positioning it for future growth in the alternative protein market.

Zume

Venture Round in 2019
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

Lime

Series D in 2019
Lime is a transportation company that focuses on providing sustainable solutions for urban mobility by offering electric scooters and bike-sharing services. The company partners with cities to deploy a fleet of electric bikes and scooters equipped with GPS and self-activating locks, which allows users to access affordable and reliable transportation options. Lime aims to address the first- and last-mile transportation challenges, promoting environmentally friendly alternatives that help reduce carbon footprints. By encouraging a shift in transportation behavior, Lime seeks to empower future generations to contribute to a more sustainable planet.

Samsara

Series E in 2018
Samsara, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. It combines hardware, software, and AI to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and insights to operations across various industries. Samsara's offerings include plug-and-play sensors and wireless connectivity, all integrated with cloud-hosted software. With tens of thousands of customers globally, the company serves diverse sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, and public sector, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their operations.

Paack

Series A in 2018
Paack is a company specializing in e-commerce delivery services, aiming to provide efficient and sustainable solutions for business couriers and parcel deliveries. With a focus on enhancing the delivery experience, Paack offers a range of services, including scheduled, on-demand, next-day, and same-day deliveries, tailored to meet the last-mile delivery needs of its clients. The company operates in Spain, France, Portugal, and Italy, leveraging an in-house technology platform developed by a team of over 120 engineers to automate and optimize delivery processes. This operational efficiency is reflected in Paack's impressive 96% success rate on first delivery attempts. Committed to sustainability, Paack aims to achieve carbon net-zero status by 2030, emphasizing environmental responsibility as part of its overall strategy. The company measures its environmental impact, implements decarbonization actions, collaborates with partners for environmental contributions, and tracks progress through sustainability reports.

Zume

Series B in 2017
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

Zume

Convertible Note in 2016
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

Zume

Seed Round in 2015
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.

CNaught

CNaught is an online platform that operates a carbon credit marketplace, assisting companies in offsetting their carbon footprint. The platform provides access to a diversified portfolio of carbon credits sourced from various global projects, allowing businesses to effectively manage their environmental impact. By facilitating the purchase of these credits, CNaught supports companies in their efforts to achieve net zero emissions.
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