Westerly Winds
Overview
Westerly Winds is a London-based venture capital firm specializing in investing in emerging companies across various sectors. The firm focuses on partnering with efficient, well-governed businesses led by exceptional founders, combining private equity best practices with a focus on engaged leadership and sustainable growth. They are not a power law investor. The firm's investment strategy is sector-agnostic, specializing at the convergence of venture and growth. They typically invest in companies seeking Series A-C financing, embracing technology in hardware or software, reporting annualized revenues exceeding $5 million, and cultivating an engaged and growing customer base. Their geographical focus includes Western Europe and North America. Westerly Winds has a diverse portfolio, including companies such as Tenacity, a $60 million seed fund led by General Partner Ben Narasin, dedicated to empowering visionary entrepreneurs; Fishbrain, a mobile application for fishing enthusiasts with a global user base of over 15 million anglers; and Elvie, a femtech company developing innovative products for women's health and wellness. The firm has invested over $100 million across 12 companies since its inception in 2018. Westerly Winds is a signatory to the Investing in Women Code and has an inclusive investment process. They are authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the United Kingdom with Firm Reference Number 916239.
Investment Focus
- Companies seeking Series A-C financing
- Embracing technology, whether in hardware or software
- Reporting annualized revenues exceeding $5 million
- Cultivating an engaged and growing customer base
- Headquartered in Western Europe or North America
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Westerly Winds invest in?
Westerly Winds invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in London, United Kingdom. Westerly Winds is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Westerly Winds invest at?
Westerly Winds backs companies at Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 5M - 50M.
Which regions does Westerly Winds invest in?
Westerly Winds invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
Who are the partners at Westerly Winds?
Team members listed for Westerly Winds include James Tallman (Chairman / Director, Westerly Winds USA, Inc) and Karim Abdel-Ghaffar Plaza (Founding Partner).
What companies has Westerly Winds invested in?
Westerly Winds's portfolio includes Fishbrain, Tenacity and Elvie.
How do I contact Westerly Winds?
Westerly Winds'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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