500 Global
500 Global
San Francisco, California, United States
San Francisco, California
Stage
Early Stage, Seed
Type
Accelerator, Venture Capital
Description
500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm with US$2.4 billion in assets under management that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. We work closely with key stakeholders and advise governments on how best to support entrepreneurial ecosystems so startups can thrive. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,800 companies operating in 80+ countries. We have invested in 35+ companies valued at over US$1 billion and 160+ companies valued at over US$100 million (including private, public, and exited companies). Our 190+ team members are located in over 25 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies. (*as of June 30, 2023)
Mission
Our mission is to uplift people and economies around the world through entrepreneurship.
Beauty Investments #
4
Primary Sector
E-commerce and Tech
Beauty Exits #
- 0
Last Beauty Invest
Jan, 2023 – SAIB
BEAUTY PORTFOLIO
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Being a 500 Global company will validate your business, and our network will help you connect with investors when the time is right. 500 Startup’s standard accelerator deal is a $150,000 investment in return for a 6% stake. We charge $37,500 to participate, but the fees can be deducted from our investment. Starting a company is solitary and challenging. Working with other people going through the same challenges makes a huge difference. Founders who’ve gone through our program tell us that the 500 community is extremely valuable. |
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IMPERATIVE: CULTURE & VALUES
Diversity
Equity
Inclusion
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TBD
Bedy Yang
BEAUTY FUNDER FIT SCORE
Resources
Education
Accelerator
Network
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5.8/10
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LEAD DETAILS
Lead Contact
Bedy Yang
Title
Managing Partner
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JUMP CONCLUSION
500 Global focuses on early-stage technology companies, particularly in software, financial services, and e-commerce, with a preference for seed and pre-seed funding. Their geographically diverse investments span Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas, emphasizing sectors like AI, blockchain, and fintech, alongside sustainability-related fields such as carbon capture and energy efficiency. They seek startups with innovative solutions, potential for global expansion, and contributions to economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Good Beauty Funder Fit as they offer both accelerator and fund. Have global presence. A special fit for DTC and sustainable beauty and wellness brands.