Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital (GFC) is a global venture capital platform affiliated with Rocket Internet, focused on identifying and investing in high-growth technology companies across the world. Founded by Oliver Samwer, the firm is led by Investment Partners Cedric Asselman, David Sainteff, and Fabricio Pettena. GFC operates with a broad, sector-agnostic investment mandate, backing exceptional founders at the earliest stages of company formation and growth. The platform emphasizes early-stage investment, partnering with entrepreneurs from day one to help scale businesses into globally significant enterprises. With its roots in the Rocket Internet ecosystem, Global Founders Capital leverages deep operational expertise, an extensive international network, and significant capital resources to support portfolio companies across multiple geographies and verticals. The firm targets technology-driven businesses with the potential for rapid scaling and global reach, reflecting its broader mission to back some of the world's fastest-growing and most valuable companies.