SoftBank

SoftBank Group Corp. is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1981, it provides a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line communications, broadband, and digital television. The company operates through several segments, including the SoftBank Vision Fund, which focuses on investing in technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and fintech. Additionally, SoftBank manufactures and distributes mobile devices and offers services in e-commerce, internet advertising, and IT solutions. The firm also engages in renewable energy by generating and supplying electricity. Beyond telecommunications, SoftBank has interests in various sectors, including media, professional sports, and fashion through platforms like ZOZOTOWN. With a global presence, SoftBank actively invests in growth-stage companies, aiming to foster innovation and technological advancement across diverse industries.

Kentaro Matsui

Managing Partner, Asia

Justin Wilson

Partner, Americas

Past deals in Florida

Mean DAO

Seed Round in 2021
MeanFi provides a service that automates payment and banking workflows and allows for flexible payment schedules.

Papa

Series D in 2021
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.

Elemy

Series B in 2021
Sprout Therapy is a health and wellness company that specializes in the fields of information technology, medical, and treatments. Sprout is a tech-enabled platform for autism care that matches children with therapists who create customized treatment plans that can be administered both in-home and online. It was founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Fanatics

Private Equity Round in 2021
Fanatics, Inc. is a global vertical commerce company specializing in the design, manufacture, distribution, and retail of licensed sports merchandise. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, with additional offices in San Mateo, California, and Manchester, United Kingdom, Fanatics offers a wide range of high-quality fan gear and apparel across various sports, including NCAA football, NFL, MLB, NBA, NASCAR, and NHL. The company operates through online, mobile, and physical retail channels, catering to the evolving demands of leagues, teams, fans, and retailers in a mobile-first, on-demand environment. Additionally, Fanatics provides outsourced e-commerce solutions through its TeamFanShop division, managing the official online stores for numerous prominent sports organizations, thus enhancing the accessibility and availability of licensed athletic apparel.

QuikNode

Seed Round in 2021
QuikNode is a Web3 developer platform which helps you build & operate blockchain-powered applications (dApps). A lightning-fast global API provides instant access to Ethereum & Bitcoin networks (JSON-RPC over https:// or wss://). Monitor usage with analytics dashboard and ship faster with tools like 1-click WebHooks for smart-contract events. Over 3000 nodes launched; trusted by top blockchain projects; helping the blockchain ecosystem grow since 2017!

Lumu

Seed Round in 2021
Lumu is a cybersecurity company that identifies threats and attacks that affect enterprises worldwide. Lumu secures networks by enhancing and augmenting existing defense capabilities, using actionable intelligence. Lumu was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Doral, Florida.

REEF

Private Equity Round in 2020
REEF is North America’s largest network of mobility and urban logistics hubs, with a presence in 200 cities and a workforce of 15,000 associates. Founded in 2013, the company transforms underutilized urban spaces into community hubs that cater to the needs of cities, residents, and businesses. By leveraging technology-driven infrastructure, REEF offers solutions that reduce congestion while providing environmentally friendly parking, micro-fulfillment, and delivery options. Each hub functions as a connected ecosystem, facilitating the efficient movement of goods and services. REEF's strategic design includes buffering zones for delivery and rideshare vehicles, which helps alleviate urban traffic and congestion. The company aims to redefine neighborhood possibilities through its innovative approach to urban logistics and mobility solutions.

Splyt

Series B in 2020
Splyt Technologies Ltd. is a B2B mobility marketplace that facilitates the connection between supply and demand for ground-based transportation. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company offers a unified solution that allows drivers and passengers to interact seamlessly. Splyt provides tools such as the Splyt widget and Splyt API, enabling demand-side partners to access a wide range of mobility inventory without requiring their users to download or register with multiple suppliers. This streamlined approach enhances the user experience and simplifies the process of accessing transportation services.

REEF

Venture Round in 2018
REEF is North America’s largest network of mobility and urban logistics hubs, with a presence in 200 cities and a workforce of 15,000 associates. Founded in 2013, the company transforms underutilized urban spaces into community hubs that cater to the needs of cities, residents, and businesses. By leveraging technology-driven infrastructure, REEF offers solutions that reduce congestion while providing environmentally friendly parking, micro-fulfillment, and delivery options. Each hub functions as a connected ecosystem, facilitating the efficient movement of goods and services. REEF's strategic design includes buffering zones for delivery and rideshare vehicles, which helps alleviate urban traffic and congestion. The company aims to redefine neighborhood possibilities through its innovative approach to urban logistics and mobility solutions.

REEF

Series C in 2018
REEF is North America’s largest network of mobility and urban logistics hubs, with a presence in 200 cities and a workforce of 15,000 associates. Founded in 2013, the company transforms underutilized urban spaces into community hubs that cater to the needs of cities, residents, and businesses. By leveraging technology-driven infrastructure, REEF offers solutions that reduce congestion while providing environmentally friendly parking, micro-fulfillment, and delivery options. Each hub functions as a connected ecosystem, facilitating the efficient movement of goods and services. REEF's strategic design includes buffering zones for delivery and rideshare vehicles, which helps alleviate urban traffic and congestion. The company aims to redefine neighborhood possibilities through its innovative approach to urban logistics and mobility solutions.

5x5 Technologies

Series A in 2018
5x5 Technologies Inc, founded in 2016 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, specializes in the development of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced technology solutions. The company focuses on 3D spatial computing and artificial intelligence to enhance the capabilities of drones, enabling organizations in sectors such as Telecom, Energy, Transportation, and Government to optimize asset management, inspection, and analysis. Its Ávrio engineering platform generates detailed digital graphs that facilitate improved decision-making and operational efficiency. By providing innovative tools like 3D analytics and DVRs, 5x5 Technologies aims to empower clients to achieve significant revenue growth and cost reductions that were previously unattainable.

Fanatics

Series D in 2017
Fanatics, Inc. is a global vertical commerce company specializing in the design, manufacture, distribution, and retail of licensed sports merchandise. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, with additional offices in San Mateo, California, and Manchester, United Kingdom, Fanatics offers a wide range of high-quality fan gear and apparel across various sports, including NCAA football, NFL, MLB, NBA, NASCAR, and NHL. The company operates through online, mobile, and physical retail channels, catering to the evolving demands of leagues, teams, fans, and retailers in a mobile-first, on-demand environment. Additionally, Fanatics provides outsourced e-commerce solutions through its TeamFanShop division, managing the official online stores for numerous prominent sports organizations, thus enhancing the accessibility and availability of licensed athletic apparel.

Dineronet.com

Venture Round in 2000
Dineronet.com (www.dineronet.com) is the first independent network of personal finance portals enabling Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking users worldwide to make the best financial decisions for their individual needs. Dineronet.com offers financial information organized in different sections, expert guidance, interactive tools, key market information, and access to online transactions for a wide range of financial products and services from various institutions. Its management team is composed of industry experts who provide users with the most reliable personal finance information in the market. Dineronet.com has formed strategic partnerships with leading online financial institutions and service providers. In addition to its office in Miami, the company has plans to open offices in New York and Los Angeles in order to better customize its offerings to the US Hispanic market.