
SparkLabs Global Ventures
Description
SparkLabs Global Ventures is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California, operating as a key component of the larger SparkLabs Group. The firm is dedicated to identifying and investing in promising technology startups across various sectors globally. Leveraging the extensive network and resources of the SparkLabs ecosystem, which includes a portfolio of accelerators and other specialized funds, SparkLabs Global Ventures aims to support founders from their initial seed rounds through subsequent growth stages.
The firm's investment strategy centers on disruptive technologies and scalable business models, with a particular emphasis on companies poised for international expansion. SparkLabs Global Ventures typically targets seed-stage companies, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance, mentorship, and access to a vast network of entrepreneurs, industry experts, and potential partners. Their typical initial investment ranges from $250,000 to $2,000,000, reflecting their commitment to providing meaningful early-stage capital to high-potential ventures.
SparkLabs Global Ventures has demonstrated its capacity through successful fundraises, including its first fund, SparkLabs Global Ventures Fund I, which closed at $30 million, and a subsequent fund, SparkLabs Global Ventures Fund II, which raised $50 million. These funds enable the firm to maintain a robust investment pace and support a diverse portfolio of companies. While based in the United States, the firm maintains a strong global footprint, with significant investment activity and operational presence across Asia, particularly in South Korea, Singapore, and Japan, alongside investments in Europe and other key innovation hubs. This global perspective allows them to capitalize on emerging trends and support companies with worldwide ambitions.
Investor Profile
SparkLabs Global Ventures has backed more than 78 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 7 rounds, about 9% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, South Korea, Singapore.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, FinTech, Apps.
- Typical check size: $250K – $2M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (79%)
- Series Unknown (5%)
- Series A (5%)
- Angel (4%)
- Pre Seed (4%)
- Series B (3%)
Country Focus
- United States (37%)
- South Korea (18%)
- Singapore (15%)
- United Kingdom (14%)
- Ireland (3%)
- Canada (3%)
- Sweden (3%)
- Australia (1%)
- Taiwan (1%)
- Croatia (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Fintech
- Apps
- Information Technology
- Mobile
- Health Care
- Internet
- Analytics
- Financial Services
- Hardware
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