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Will Martin

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

Will Martin serves as the Founder and Managing Partner of Portfolio Ventures, a London-based venture capital firm with a distinct focus on the European technology landscape. Established to support the next generation of B2B SaaS innovators, Portfolio Ventures positions itself as a hands-on investor, aiming to provide more than just capital to its portfolio companies. The firm's strategic location in London allows it to tap into the vibrant European startup ecosystem, identifying promising ventures at their nascent stages.

Portfolio Ventures primarily targets early-stage companies, specifically investing at the Pre-Seed and Seed stages. Their investment thesis centers on identifying B2B SaaS businesses that have achieved strong product-market fit, demonstrate clear revenue traction, and possess a highly scalable business model. The firm's typical initial cheque sizes range from £250,000 to £1,000,000. Translating these figures into US dollars, this means Portfolio Ventures generally deploys between approximately $317,500 and $1,270,000 for its first investments, based on recent exchange rates. This range indicates a commitment to foundational funding that can significantly propel early-stage growth.

Beyond financial investment, Will Martin and the Portfolio Ventures team emphasize providing operational support and strategic guidance. They leverage their collective experience and extensive network to help founders navigate common startup challenges, accelerate product development, and scale their operations effectively. The firm's approach is designed to foster long-term partnerships, ensuring portfolio companies receive the necessary resources and mentorship to achieve sustainable growth and secure subsequent funding rounds. This active engagement underscores their dedication to building robust, market-leading B2B SaaS enterprises across Europe.

Investor Profile

Will Martin has backed more than 57 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 6 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 Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Financial Services, Software, FinTech.
  • Typical check size: $317.5K – $1.3M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (65%)
  • Series Unknown (14%)
  • Series A (14%)
  • Angel (4%)
  • Pre Seed (2%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (2%)

Country Focus

  • United Kingdom (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Financial Services
  • Software
  • Fintech
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Saas
  • Information Technology
  • Machine Learning
  • Insurance
  • Insurtech
  • Health Care
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FAQ

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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Will Martin frequently co-invest with?

Seedcamp
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 4
Mustard Seed
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Techstars
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 4
Episode 1
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
500 Global
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Force Over Mass Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 4
London Co-Investment Fund
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 4
Downing Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Playfair Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
IQ Capital
Europe, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Will Martin often collaborate with?

QG
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
CA
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 4
JA
Europe, England, United Kingdom
Shared Deals: 2
WC
Europe, United Kingdom
Shared Deals: 2
PF
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Shared Deals: 2
WB
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 57
TH
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 2
CS
North America, Washington, United States, Kirkland
Shared Deals: 2
EN
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 3
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Will Martin?

Robin AI

London, England, United Kingdom

Robin AI serves as an AI-driven legal assistant designed to automate and expedite the drafting and negotiation of contracts.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Contact ManagementLegalLegal TechMachine LearningSoftware
SeedJul 12, 2021
Amount Raised: $2,429,881
Disputed

London, England, United Kingdom

Disputed.io develops legal automation and client service tools for litigation lawyers in the AI and security sectors.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
SeedNov 9, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Marshmallow

London, England, United Kingdom

Marshmallow is a full-stack insurance carrier driven by technology.

FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechInsuranceInsurTech
Series ANov 2, 2020
Amount Raised: $30,000,000
Funding Xchange

London, England, United Kingdom

Funding Xchange is transforming and connecting the SME funding eco-system through digital eligibility and affordability assessment tools.

FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTech
Series ASep 14, 2020
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Good Club

London, England, United Kingdom

Good Club is a Zero Waste supermarket that offers different brands and sells groceries in reusable packaging.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceFood and BeverageGrocery
SeedJul 21, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,273,100
Bikmo

Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Bikmo provides simple, brilliant and inclusive bicycle insurance for road, MTB, triathlon and e-bike riders.

CyclingInsuranceInsurTechSports
Series AMay 20, 2020
Amount Raised: $2,202,506
Continuum Industries

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of, United Kingdom

Continuum Industries is a provider of an AI-powered infrastructure development platform.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Clean EnergyCleanTechMachine LearningRenewable EnergySoftware
SeedMay 14, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,835,100
Floom

London, England, United Kingdom

Floom is a tech-enabled marketplace for florists to sell their creations direct to customers.

Consumer GoodsDIYE-CommerceFlowersGiftInformation TechnologyInternetMarketplace
SeedApr 7, 2020
Mintago

Tunbridge Wells, Kent, United Kingdom

Mintago is a financial platform that helps employers and employees become financially healthier.

Financial ServicesFinTechInformation Technology
SeedApr 1, 2020
Amount Raised: $458,000
Loadsure

London, England, United Kingdom

Loadsure is an insurtech company that offers spot freight cargo insurance services.

Financial ServicesInsuranceInsurTech
SeedMar 31, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,364,769