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GoBeyond

Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich

Description

Go Beyond Investing is a prominent global angel investor network headquartered in Switzerland, dedicated to democratizing access to angel investing as an asset class for individuals. Established in 2008, the firm operates on a unique model that aggregates capital from a large network of private investors, enabling them to collectively fund promising early-stage companies. This approach provides individual angels with diversified deal flow, structured due diligence, and the opportunity to participate in larger funding rounds than they might typically undertake alone, while also offering startups access to significant capital and a broad base of experienced mentors.

The network primarily focuses on early-stage companies, typically ranging from Seed to Series A rounds, across a diverse array of sectors. Go Beyond Investing seeks out ventures with strong growth potential and innovative solutions. Their typical first cheque into a company ranges from approximately €200,000 to €1,000,000. Since its inception, Go Beyond has successfully supported over 100 companies, helping them collectively raise more than €100 million in capital.

Go Beyond's extensive reach is underscored by its network of over 1,000 members spanning more than 30 countries, making it a truly international player in the angel investment landscape. Beyond capital provision, the firm emphasizes investor education and mentorship, fostering a sophisticated community of angel investors. This robust ecosystem not only facilitates crucial funding for nascent businesses but also cultivates a knowledgeable investor base, contributing significantly to the development of the global startup ecosystem.

Investor Profile

GoBeyond has backed more than 175 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 7 rounds, about 4% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Switzerland, France, Germany.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Health Care, Biotechnology.
  • Typical check size: $216K – $1.1M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (33%)
  • Seed (20%)
  • Series A (14%)
  • Convertible Note (10%)
  • Series B (10%)
  • Angel (9%)
  • Undisclosed (2%)
  • Series C (2%)
  • Debt Financing (1%)
  • Series D (1%)

Country Focus

  • Switzerland (54%)
  • France (10%)
  • Germany (8%)
  • Belgium (7%)
  • United Kingdom (7%)
  • United States (6%)
  • Denmark (2%)
  • Spain (2%)
  • Philippines (2%)
  • Australia (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Health Care
  • Biotechnology
  • Manufacturing
  • Information Technology
  • Medical
  • Fashion
  • E-commerce
  • Security
  • Medical Device
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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 GoBeyond frequently co-invest with?

SICTIC
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 3
A3 Angels
Europe, Vaud, Switzerland, Lausanne
Co-Investments: 3
MKS
Europe, Geneve, Switzerland, Genève
Co-Investments: 3
b2venture
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 4
Verve Ventures
Europe, Zug, Switzerland, Zug
Co-Investments: 6
Alpana Ventures
Europe, Geneve, Switzerland, Geneva
Co-Investments: 3
3wVentures
Europe, Ausser-Rhoden, Switzerland, Herisau
Co-Investments: 3
Swisscom Ventures
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 6
Octopus Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Business Angels Switzerland (BAS)
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 6

Which angels does GoBeyond often collaborate with?

PV
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 2
YS
Europe, Vaud, Switzerland, Morges
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 3
BB
Europe, Geneve, Switzerland, Geneva
Shared Deals: 3
MP
Europe, Thuringen, Germany, Jena
Shared Deals: 2
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
Dave Morin
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
PS
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland
Shared Deals: 28

What are some of recent deals done by GoBeyond?

Blumer

Atlántico, Magdalena, Colombia

Blumer is a social network that monetizes time through ads, NFT sales, and cryptocurrency transactions.

Cryptocurrency
SeedMar 12, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
LEND

Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland

LEND operates as a peer-to-peer lending platform that connects investors with borrowers.

CreditFinanceLending
Series BOct 15, 2020
Amount Raised: $6,012,532
AVAtronics

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

AVAtronics is developing noise-canceling technology.

Audio
SeedApr 15, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,657,688
Flyability

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

Flyability is a Swiss company building safe drones for inaccessible places.

Consumer ElectronicsDrone ManagementDronesRoboticsSecurity
Series BMay 6, 2019
ShoeSize.Me

Olten, Solothurn, Switzerland

ShoeSize.Me is an AI software for shoes that offers AI virtual shoe-sizing assistant services.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)B2BE-CommerceFashionMachine LearningShoesSoftware
UndisclosedApr 30, 2019
The Faction Collective

Le Châble, Valais, Switzerland

The Faction Collective manufactures high-performance freeride and freestyle skis.

GiftManufacturingRetailShoppingSporting Goods
Series UnknownApr 23, 2019
LuckaBox

Winterthur, Zurich, Switzerland

LuckaBox provides a customer-centric logistics platform enabling retailers to regain control over the customers' post-purchasing experience.

DeliveryE-CommerceInformation TechnologyLogisticsRetail TechnologySaaSSupply Chain Management
SeedApr 11, 2019
Scientific Visual

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

Scientific Visual supplies quality control workstations to visualize defects in non-polished sapphire such as watch covers and wafers.

IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringSemiconductor
Series BApr 4, 2019
Spyra One

München, Bayern, Germany

Spyra One is a water gun manufacturing company.

Digital Entertainment
Series AMar 29, 2019
VRdirect

Munich, Bayern, Germany

VRdirect is the leading Virtual Reality solution for enterprises and enables enterprises to get started with the Metaverse.

Information TechnologyMetaverseSaaSSoftwareVirtual RealityWeb Apps
SeedMar 26, 2019