GI VENTURES

35+

Investments Till Date

10

Board Seats

8.0x

Portfolio Returns

31+

Cumulative Experience

ABOUT US

GI Ventures is a dynamic and innovative investment firm that operates at the intersection of Venture Capital, Syndicate Collaborations, and Investment Banking. With a strong focus on supporting early-stage and growth companies, GI Ventures specialises in providing Financial Resources, Strategic Guidance, and Networking opportunities to fuel entrepreneurial success.

At the core of GI Ventures’s approach, is the concept of syndicate formation. The company brings together a diverse group of investors, including Venture Capital firms, Corporate Investment Arms, Family Offices, Super Angels, and Seed Angels, to collaboratively invest in promising ventures. By pooling their resources and expertise, the syndicate members share the risks and rewards associated with these investments, enabling them to participate in opportunities that would be challenging to pursue individually.

We stand out as a forward-thinking investment firm, that combines the strengths of Syndicate Collaborations, Investment Banking Expertise and Acceleration/Networking Support. By bridging the gap between investors and entrepreneurs, the company plays a vital role in fueling the growth of innovative start-ups and facilitating their journey towards achieving remarkable milestones in the dynamic business landscape.

OUR CORE STRENGTHS

We invest alongside the very best and build close relationships with founders and investors. The Core Team has a repeatable process for seeing the best deals, along with a good understanding of Portfolio Management and a unique process for investing.

Our core strength lies in our extensive network. We excel at making meaningful connections between founders and investors internationally, continuously expanding our network to facilitate even more relevant introductions. Making strategic introductions is a crucial value-add we provide to founders, and it serves as a primary driver of our deal flow.

We understand the power of connecting the right people at the right time, and we leverage this expertise to empower founders and catalyze their success. Our commitment to fostering strong relationships and facilitating impactful connections sets us apart and fuels our ability to identify and seize promising investment opportunities

OUR PORTFOLIO

INVESTMENT YEAR - 2022

About Startup : PickMyWork is the largest digital distribution network for internet companies. They provide services that go beyond the typical SEO, SEM, and Social Media Ads.

Why Invested? : PickMyWork fits perfectly into our criteria for an Emerging India Startup, they provide employment to the new workforce while digitalizing the gig economy.

Having EBITDA-positive financials, they are also self-sustaining, growing on a monthly basis in revenue and creating new synergies.

Promoters come from good backgrounds, both academically and professionally.

Co-Investment : The round was participated in by well-known VCs and networks, making the deal secure for future rounds and providing them with a good foundation to build on.

INVESTMENT YEAR - 2020

About Startup : India's First Smart ID Card, Prepaid Card For Students Financial Education Tool

Why Invested? : Ypay is a fintech startup working to activate new audiences to use smart cards.

They fit perfectly in our emerging India story, with our founder coming from a Tier 2 city.

Co-Investment : The round was participated in by well-known VCs and networks, making the deal secure for future rounds and providing them with a good foundation from which to build a solid base from which to grow.

INVESTMENT YEAR - 2020

About Startup : Technology, information and media Knocksense is a local news and recommendation platform that curates, produces, and distributes non-divisive content.

Why Invested? : Knocksense was another of our investments in Tier 2 city Lucknow.

They are a perfect example of emerging Indian startups tapping into and revolutionising the hyperlocal media and community markets growing across geographies.

The founder comes from a similar industry, making them well versed in their business and untapped opportunities.

Co-Investment : The round was participated in by well-known VCs and networks, making the deal secure for future rounds and providing them with a good foundation to build on.them a solid base from which to grow.

INVESTMENT YEAR - 2018

About Startup : Zypp Electric India’s Leading Tech-Enabled EV-as-a-Service platform, founded in 2017 with a Mission Zero Emission and to make India carbon-free by using an ecosystem of Electric Vehicles and EV based technology to make last mile logistics sustainable and emission free.

Why Invested? : Zypp was based on the booming EV sector worldwide.

In 2018, the domain was not that general to the audience, but we need to look at what exactly will emerge in India as an opportunity.