
Supernode Global
Description
Supernode Global is a London-based early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to investing in the evolving media-tech landscape. Founded by Patrick Bradley and Robert Farhat, the firm primarily targets pre-seed, seed, and pre-Series A companies that are innovating across content creation, distribution, monetization, and consumption. Their investment thesis centers on identifying disruptive technologies and business models that are shaping the future of media, reflecting a deep understanding of industry shifts and consumer behavior.
The firm launched its inaugural fund in 2021, successfully raising £30 million to deploy into promising media-tech startups. This capital allows Supernode Global to provide crucial early-stage funding, often acting as the first institutional investor. They are known for their hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance and leveraging their extensive network within the media and technology sectors to support portfolio companies' growth and market penetration.
Supernode Global typically writes initial cheques ranging from £250,000 to £1.5 million. This range positions them to support a diverse set of early-stage ventures, from nascent concepts requiring initial capital to more developed seed-stage companies preparing for larger Series A rounds. Beyond capital, Supernode Global emphasizes value creation through active partnership, helping founders navigate challenges related to product development, market fit, and scaling operations within the dynamic media-tech ecosystem. Their commitment extends to fostering a collaborative environment, connecting founders with industry experts and potential partners to accelerate their journey.
Investor Profile
Supernode Global has backed more than 35 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 20 rounds, about 57% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, United States, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Media and Entertainment.
- Led 3 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $315K – $1.9M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (89%)
- Pre Seed (6%)
- Series Unknown (6%)
Country Focus
- United Kingdom (49%)
- United States (34%)
- Germany (9%)
- Poland (3%)
- Finland (3%)
- Estonia (3%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Media And Entertainment
- Advertising
- Information Technology
- Analytics
- Saas
- Music
- Mobile Apps
- Wellness
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