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Flagship Strategy
500 Global Flagship Strategy
In Silicon Valley, our flagship strategy aims to backs the world’s most promising tech companies, from pre-seed onwards. We invest at pivotal growth moments across diverse sectors and geographies, identifying opportunities early and developing strong relationships with founders to deliver long-term value to the companies and our investors.
Investing in future outliers with global reach and early access
At 500 Global, we’ve been empowering visionary founders with a global mindset since 2010. Headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, our series of five flagship funds aims to back the world’s most promising tech companies. We’re committed to discovering and backing startups leveraging our global infrastructure to create value where others may not see it. We capture breakout companies across sectors and geographies at pivotal moments, leveraging our global reach and deep founder relationships to deliver consistent, long-term value.
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Proven repeatable approach, consistent performance
With over a decade of investing in fast-growing technology companies, our repeatable, data-driven strategy consistently identifies high-potential founders. Our track record speaks for itself: delivering long-term and consistent performance, regardless of market cycles.
$45B
raised in downstream capital1
461
exits / M&A2
11
IPOs2
Backing global founders for over a decade
500 Global is one of the world’s most active venture capital firms in the world with 35+ companies valued at $1B+.3
Global presence, local impact
With investment teams spanning 15+ countries3 and deep regional expertise, we uncover early opportunities and build lasting relationships with founders. Our reach extends across diverse markets, offering unique insights and timely access to promising ventures worldwide.
Strategic relationships, lasting advantage
Our founder-first approach positions us at the heart of pivotal moments. By nurturing deep connections early, we gain a competitive edge, leveraging these relationships to secure access to unique opportunities others may miss.
Unlocking growth across borders
Our global network and proprietary platform empower founders to scale across new markets with precision. Through tailored resources and a specialized mentor network, we drive value creation and sustained growth in every corner of the world.
How we engage with founders and partners
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How Innovaccer is embracing AI to save healthcare workers their most precious commodity
Innovaccer, co-founded by Abhinav Shashank, Kanav Hasija and Sandeep Gupta is transforming healthcare with its AI-driven care management solution and boosting efficiency for healthcare professionals.
How StoreHub is Helping Small Retailers in Southeast Asia Digitize their Operations
StoreHub, founded by Wai Hong Fong, helps 20M+ small retailers in Southeast Asia digitize operations with POS tools for inventory, orders, and payments. Its fast-growing platform supports businesses through tech innovation.
Disclaimer
1. CO-INVESTMENTS MAY HAVE BEEN MADE BY 500 GLOBAL AND CO-INVESTORS AT DIFFERENT ROUNDS AND VALUATIONS. THE FIGURE IS BASED ON INTERNAL DATA OR DATA REPORTED ON PITCHBOOK AS OF 31 MAR 2024 AND HASVE NOT BEEN EXTERNALLY VERIFIED. ONLY SELECTED CO-INVESTMENTS ARE INCLUDED IN THE FIGURE ABOVE AND SUCH INVESTMENTS MAY HAVE BEEN EXITED BY 500 GLOBAL
2. IPOS AND M&A/EXIT METRICS BASED ON INTERNAL ESTIMATES AS OF 31 DECEMBER 2023 AND HAVE NOT BEEN EXTERNALLY VERIFIED.
3. AS OF 1 AUGUST 2024 AND HAS NOT BEEN EXTERNALLY VERIFIED. INCLUDES LOCATION OF EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, AND CONSULTANTS.
