
StartersHub
Description
StartersHub is a prominent pre-seed to Series A venture capital firm headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey, with a strong focus on technology startups. Established as a key player in the Turkish and broader EMEA startup ecosystem, the firm primarily targets early-stage companies across a diverse range of sectors, including artificial intelligence, blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), fintech, gaming, and extended reality (XR). Their investment philosophy extends beyond capital, emphasizing active mentorship, strategic guidance, and leveraging their extensive network to support portfolio companies' growth and market expansion.
The firm is known for its hands-on approach and commitment to fostering innovation. StartersHub typically provides initial investment tickets ranging from $50,000 to $500,000, aiming to be the first institutional investor for promising ventures. Beyond the initial cheque, they are prepared to participate in follow-on rounds, providing continued support as startups mature. This flexible investment strategy allows them to back companies from their earliest stages through significant growth milestones.
StartersHub has built an impressive portfolio, having invested in over 100 startups since its inception, demonstrating a consistent commitment to the early-stage tech landscape. Their track record includes a notable number of successful exits, with 14 reported exits to date, underscoring their ability to identify and nurture high-potential companies. The firm operates various funds, such as StartersHub Ventures and StartersHub XR, each tailored to specific investment theses or technological domains, further solidifying their specialized approach to venture capital. Through their comprehensive support system and strategic capital deployment, StartersHub plays a vital role in shaping the future of technology in the region and beyond.
Investor Profile
StartersHub has backed more than 49 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 14 rounds, about 29% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Convertible Note rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Turkey, United States, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software, Machine Learning.
- Typical check size: $50K – $500K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (67%)
- Pre Seed (27%)
- Convertible Note (4%)
- Series Unknown (2%)
Country Focus
- Turkey (41%)
- United States (39%)
- Germany (6%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- Estonia (2%)
- The Netherlands (2%)
- Romania (2%)
- Argentina (2%)
- Latvia (2%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Software
- Machine Learning
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Big Data
- E-commerce
- Fintech
- Internet Of Things
- Computer Vision
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