Wayflyer

Venture Capital Dublin, Ireland ·Founded 2019

Overview

Established in 2019, Wayflyer is a Dublin-based venture capital firm that focuses on empowering e-commerce businesses by offering tailored financing solutions. The firm provides revenue-based financing, enabling online merchants to access non-dilutive capital to fund advertising, inventory, and other growth initiatives. This approach allows businesses to scale efficiently without relinquishing equity. Wayflyer's investment strategy centers on early-stage technology companies, particularly those operating in the e-commerce sector. The firm has expanded its services to include financing for wholesalers, broadening its support to a wider range of businesses. With a global presence, Wayflyer has offices in Dublin, London, New York, Sydney, and Atlanta, serving clients across multiple continents. Since its inception, Wayflyer has achieved significant milestones, including raising $150 million in a Series B funding round, valuing the company at $1.6 billion and earning it the status of a unicorn. The firm has deployed over $5 billion in capital to more than 5,000 businesses worldwide, demonstrating its commitment to supporting the growth of consumer brands. Wayflyer's rapid expansion and innovative financing solutions have positioned it as a key player in the global e-commerce financing landscape.

Investment Focus

  • E-commerce businesses with a proven revenue model
  • Companies seeking non-dilutive capital for growth initiatives
  • Merchants with a strong online presence and sales performance

Portfolio Companies

StripeLetsGetCheckedIntercomJ.P. MorganFenergoFlipdishGym + CoffeeAmbr EyewearMobyWorkhumanCarTrawlerProsusMadrone Capital PartnersLeft Lane CapitalGuillaume PousazAdobe CommerceSezzleeBay UK

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Frequently asked questions about Wayflyer

What sectors does Wayflyer invest in?

Wayflyer invests in Financial Services, Technology, Consumer Goods, Retail, Software and FinTech, and is based in Dublin, Ireland. Wayflyer is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Wayflyer invest at?

Wayflyer backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 5K - 20M.

Which regions does Wayflyer invest in?

Wayflyer invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.

What companies has Wayflyer invested in?

Wayflyer's portfolio includes Stripe, LetsGetChecked, Intercom, J.P. Morgan, Fenergo, Flipdish, Gym + Coffee and Ambr Eyewear.

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