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Gefinor Capital

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Gefinor Capital is a New York-based investment firm specializing in providing flexible capital solutions to growth-oriented companies. The firm distinguishes itself by offering a blend of flexible debt and minority equity, effectively bridging the gap between traditional debt financing and pure equity investments. This non-traditional approach allows Gefinor Capital to tailor financial solutions that are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of scaling businesses, ensuring capital structures are optimized for growth without imposing overly restrictive terms.

The firm's investment philosophy centers on partnering with companies that exhibit strong management teams, possess proven business models, and demonstrate significant potential for future expansion. Gefinor Capital positions itself as a long-term strategic partner, aiming to support its portfolio companies through various stages of their development. Their commitment extends beyond just capital infusion, often involving strategic guidance to help businesses achieve their growth objectives and navigate market complexities.

Gefinor Capital typically targets initial investments ranging from $5 million to $25 million per transaction. This flexible check size enables them to engage with a diverse array of growth companies across different sectors. Furthermore, the firm has the capacity to lead larger financing rounds by collaborating with co-investment partners, demonstrating their ability to scale their commitment for more substantial opportunities. Their focus remains on providing patient capital and strategic support to foster sustainable growth and value creation.

Investor Profile

Gefinor Capital has backed more than 37 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 14% of its total and boasts 13 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Mobile, Manufacturing.
  • Typical check size: $5M – $25M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (51%)
  • Series A (19%)
  • Series B (14%)
  • Series C (11%)
  • Debt Financing (3%)
  • Seed (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (97%)
  • Canada (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Mobile
  • Manufacturing
  • Telecommunications
  • Health Care
  • Digital Entertainment
  • Tv
  • Video Streaming
  • Analytics
  • Biotechnology
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Gefinor Capital frequently co-invest with?

Limestone Capital Advisors
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 1
Cayuga Venture Fund
North America, New York, United States, Ithaca
Co-Investments: 3
Ascent Venture Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 2
Rand Capital
North America, New York, United States, Buffalo
Co-Investments: 8
OV
North America, New York, United States, Syracuse
Co-Investments: 2
Advantage Capital
North America, Louisiana, United States, New Orleans
Co-Investments: 5
Menlo Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
ITU Ventures
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 2
Redpoint
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
FA Technology Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Waltham
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Gefinor Capital often collaborate with?

Akhil Gupta
Asia, Maharashtra, India, Mumbai
Shared Deals: 1
BM
North America, Colorado, United States, Denver
Shared Deals: 1
JS
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1
RL
North America, Indiana, United States, Indianapolis
Shared Deals: 1
SF
North America, California, United States, Beverly Hills
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Gefinor Capital?

Anokiwave

San Diego, California, United States

Anokiwave features silicon core chip solutions that reduce system cost and enable rapid technology adoption.

Enterprise ApplicationsInternet RadioSemiconductor
Series CSep 6, 2017
GoNoodle

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

GoNoodle gets kids moving to be their smartest, strongest, bravest, silliest, bestest selves.

EducationInternetMedia and Entertainment
Series UnknownDec 8, 2015
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
SocialFlow

New York, New York, United States

SocialFlow is a social distribution and monetization platform that is purpose-built for media companies.

AdvertisingPublishingSocial Media
Series CDec 7, 2015
Amount Raised: $7,500,000
Rheonix

Ithaca, New York, United States

RHEONIX develops automated molecular testing solutions for interchangeable purification, amplification and detection.

BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsHomeland SecurityMedical Device
Series UnknownOct 20, 2015
Amount Raised: $28,600,000
Knoa Software

New York, New York, United States

Knoa is the leading provider of enterprise and cloud solutions in user experience and workforce optimization software

AnalyticsCloud ComputingReal TimeSoftware
Series BJul 29, 2014
Amount Raised: $5,062,889
Rheonix

Ithaca, New York, United States

RHEONIX develops automated molecular testing solutions for interchangeable purification, amplification and detection.

BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsHomeland SecurityMedical Device
Debt FinancingDec 13, 2013
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
SciAps

Woburn, Massachusetts, United States

SciAps offers field-hardened and portable analytical instruments that measures compounds, minerals, and elements.

AnalyticsElectronicsHardwareIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Series UnknownNov 21, 2013
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Knoa Software

New York, New York, United States

Knoa is the leading provider of enterprise and cloud solutions in user experience and workforce optimization software

AnalyticsCloud ComputingReal TimeSoftware
Series ADec 3, 2012
Amount Raised: $7,500,000
BinOptics

Ithaca, New York, United States

BinOptics manufactures monolithically integrated optoelectronic components for datacom and telecommunications applications.

ManufacturingProduct DesignTelecommunications
Series UnknownDec 15, 2011
Amount Raised: $13,300,000
Cel-Fi by Nextivity

San Diego, California, United States

Cel-Fi by Nextivity is a company that is a service booster authorized by the major phone companies.

AutomotiveHardwareMobileNetwork SecurityPublic SafetyTelecommunicationsWireless
Series UnknownNov 16, 2011
Amount Raised: $9,500,000