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Globivest

Asia, Beyrouth, Lebanon, Beirut

Description

Globivest is a private investment firm headquartered in Beirut, Lebanon, dedicated to fostering innovation and growth within the early-stage technology and sustainable business sectors. The firm's investment thesis centers on identifying disruptive ideas and scalable business models, primarily within the MENA region, with a particular focus on its home country, Lebanon, while also maintaining a global perspective for promising ventures. They are committed to supporting entrepreneurs who are building solutions across diverse industries.

Globivest typically provides initial investments ranging from $50,000 to $500,000, aiming to be a foundational capital partner for nascent companies. Beyond the initial cheque, the firm is prepared to offer follow-on funding, potentially investing up to $1,000,000 in subsequent rounds as portfolio companies achieve key milestones and demonstrate further growth potential. Their sector interests are broad, encompassing areas such as FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech, E-commerce, SaaS, AI, IoT, Renewable Energy, and Sustainable Agriculture, reflecting a versatile approach to market opportunities.

Beyond capital injection, Globivest emphasizes its role as a strategic partner, offering extensive operational support, strategic guidance, and access to a robust network of industry experts, mentors, and potential partners. Their active engagement in the startup ecosystem is evidenced by a portfolio that currently comprises over 10 companies. Globivest aims to be a long-term ally for founders, helping them navigate the complexities of scaling a business and maximizing their impact.

Investor Profile

Globivest has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Convertible Note rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Argentina, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Information Technology, FinTech, Biotechnology.
  • Typical check size: $50K – $500K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (43%)
  • Series A (30%)
  • Convertible Note (17%)
  • Pre Seed (9%)

Country Focus

  • United States (26%)
  • Argentina (13%)
  • United Kingdom (9%)
  • United Arab Emirates (9%)
  • Germany (9%)
  • France (9%)
  • Saudi Arabia (4%)
  • Canada (4%)
  • Pakistan (4%)
  • Nigeria (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Information Technology
  • Fintech
  • Biotechnology
  • Food And Beverage
  • Software
  • Food Delivery
  • Group Buying
  • Retail Technology
  • E-commerce
  • Education
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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 Globivest frequently co-invest with?

AS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
SV
North America, Arizona, United States, Scottsdale
Co-Investments: 2
Breega
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Co-Investments: 2
DOB Equity
Europe, Gelderland, The Netherlands, Veessen
Co-Investments: 2
Plug and Play
North America, California, United States, Sunnyvale
Co-Investments: 2
Ecosystem Integrity Fund
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
FV
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 2
Angel Ventures
North America, Distrito Federal, Mexico, Mexico City
Co-Investments: 2
Empath Ventures
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Globivest often collaborate with?

KA
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
BV
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
CA
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
JC
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Shared Deals: 1
WA
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
JC
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
MZ
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
CG
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
MS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
CL
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Globivest?

Iyris

Thuwal, Ha'il, Saudi Arabia

Iyris is creating the glass technology.

Renewable Energy
Series AMay 30, 2024
Amount Raised: $16,000,000
Vibrant Planet

Truckee, California, United States

Vibrant Planet is a cloud-based technology platform that accelerates and improves collaborative forest restoration planning and monitoring.

Cloud Data ServicesEnvironmental ConsultingInformation Technology
Series AOct 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
Kwara

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Kwara is on a mission to improve financial health in emerging markets. We believe the fastest way to get there is through credit unions

Information Technology
SeedJan 16, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Mini Studio

New York, New York, United States

Mini Studio brings children’s imagination to life.

EducationSoftware
SeedJan 15, 2023
Nilus

Buenos Aires, Distrito Federal, Argentina

Nilus lowers the cost of access to food & groceries for low-income people by organizing community group buying networks.

Food and BeverageFood DeliveryGroup BuyingInformation TechnologyRetail Technology
Series ADec 23, 2022
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
Pangea Botanica

Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom

Pangea Botanica is a biotechnology research organization that offers drug discovery and development services.

BioinformaticsBiopharmaBiotechnology
Convertible NoteOct 10, 2022
Goodvest

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Goodvest offers responsible savings focused on ethic and transparency.

FinTechGreenTech
SeedJun 8, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,143,391
Kanna Health

Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom

Developing novel therapeutics from the kanna plant

Biotechnology
Convertible NoteMay 15, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,799,695
Qureos

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Qureos is a work tech software and service company.

CommunitiesE-LearningEdTechEducationSocial Recruiting
Pre SeedApr 6, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Duplo

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Duplo is a SAAS company that offers business finances automation services.

B2BFinanceFinTechPayments
SeedApr 5, 2022