NEXT176
Overview
NEXT176 is a global venture capital firm dedicated to creating disruptive and sustainable businesses that positively impact one billion lives. The firm focuses on building, investing in, and partnering with startups and corporates to address critical challenges in emerging economies. Their approach encompasses venture building and strategic investments across six priority ecosystems: Health, Education, Jobs, Income Protection, Environmental Sustainability, and Debt Management. By targeting these areas, NEXT176 aims to enhance existing businesses and develop new ventures that drive meaningful change. The firm's investment strategy is centered on identifying and supporting innovative solutions within these ecosystems. They provide funding and strategic guidance to early-stage companies, fostering growth and scalability. NEXT176's portfolio includes ventures in sectors such as FinTech, InsurTech, EdTech, HealthTech, AgriTech, and CleanTech. Their commitment to sustainable impact is evident in their partnerships with organizations like SC Ventures, with whom they have collaborated to launch a wealth management platform accessible to all, leveraging the Autumn venture platform. This partnership underscores NEXT176's dedication to integrating financial services with sustainable development goals. With a team of experienced financiers, technologists, and entrepreneurs, NEXT176 leverages its expertise to build and scale businesses that address pressing societal issues. Their focus on emerging economies reflects a strategic vision to create long-term value and positive impact. By combining venture building with strategic investments, NEXT176 continues to drive innovation and sustainability across various industries, contributing to the advancement of global communities.
Investment Focus
- Innovative solutions addressing critical challenges in emerging economies
- Alignment with one or more of the six priority ecosystems: Health, Education, Jobs, Income Protection, Environmental Sustainability, Debt Management
- Early-stage companies with scalable business models
- Commitment to sustainable impact and positive societal change
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does NEXT176 invest in?
NEXT176 invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Insurance and Automotive, and is based in South Africa. NEXT176 is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does NEXT176 invest at?
NEXT176 backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does NEXT176 invest in?
NEXT176 invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
Who are the partners at NEXT176?
Team members listed for NEXT176 include Judy Henderson (Human Capital Business Partner) and Miriam Luyt (VP: Strategy and Operations).
What companies has NEXT176 invested in?
NEXT176's portfolio includes CoverGo, Pumpkn, Jem, The Awareness Company, JOBJACK, Kena Health and WIZZIT Digital.
How do I contact NEXT176?
NEXT176's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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