First Check Ventures

www.firstcheckventures.com

Investing in early stage startups across the globe with emphasis on emerging markets including Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, and MENA regions. Strong focus on fintech, marketplace, SaaS, and delivery-focused businesses.

Check Size

Not specified

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed, Series A

Focus Areas

Fintech, Payments, Enterprise Saas

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Investment Thesis

First Check Ventures focuses on making early and transformational investments in companies with potential to do great things. Founded in 2020, the firm has developed a global network of business partners and is built on a team of seasoned investors seeking to partner with hard-working, visionary entrepreneurs. Their approach emphasizes early-stage entry points and global geographic diversification.

What Sets Them Apart

Founding partner Ali Jamal has completed over 200 angel deals and brings deep experience from growth roles at major platforms (Zynga, Agoda, Rappi, PayClip)
Heavy concentration in emerging markets and underserved geographies, particularly Latin America
Proven track record with Y Combinator-backed companies (60+ portfolio companies with YC affiliation)
Portfolio encompasses diverse sectors from fintech to marketplaces to consumer services
Global syndication model allowing other investors to participate