Top Venture Capitalists and Angels Investing in Online Financial Services Start-ups

In the continuously evolving landscape of online financial services, it is essential for startups to secure investment from experienced and knowledgeable venture capitalists (VCs) and angels. From angel investors like Roelof Botha at Sequoia Capital to angel funds like PayPal Payments Angels, the list of notable investors is significant. In this article, we will explore top VCs and angels who have invested in online financial services startup companies in recent years.

Sequoia Capital and its Investors

As a former head of comms and recruiting at FutureAdvisor, an automated wealth manager, I have had the opportunity to work with several prominent investors in this space. One of the notable VCs is Sequoia Capital, which has backed numerous online financial services companies. Rebecca Lynn, the lead partner on a deal at Sequoia, has also invested in pioneering companies such as Lending Club and Devonshire Investors, the private investment arm of Fidelity.

PayPal Payments Angels

The PayPal Payments Angels are a group of experienced investors who have a strong focus on financial technology. Key members include:

Roelof Botha – Sequoia Capital Max Levchin – PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel Keith Rabois – PayPal co-founder

These individuals have a track record of investing in innovative financial technology startups, making them significant players in the space.

Rose Tech Ventures and True Global Ventures

Rose Tech Ventures specializes in FinTech as one of their core areas. This fund includes an international super-angel fund called True Global Ventures, in which I am a partner. Notable investments include:

GustnLearn Vest PayPerk Move RealtyMogul Bolstr Axial MyHomePay GenInnRoad Mono Panjivan MindsEye Innovation

Other Notable Investors

In addition to the above, several other VCs and angel groups have made notable investments in online financial services. For instance, Five Elms has made investments in financial services companies such as Admirals Bank, FXCM (now public), fxEdu, SelectQuote, and United Medicare Advisors. Next Generation Finance Invest, a seed and early-stage investment company, focuses on finance 2.0 and banking 2.0.

Anthemis Group: Focused on Financial Services

Anthemis Group is a strategically-focused holding company that specifically targets financial services. This company has a significant portfolio of investments, including:

Aqush Japan Curebit Caplinked Erply FeeFighters DailyWorth Indinero Mogotix Peatix Japan Payvment PayByGroup PeerTransfer ReadyForZero Recryl Rewardly Simple WePay

Since its founding, 500 Startups, Anthemis Group has invested over 15 financial services companies and related startups. This firm continues to focus on payments and financial services, and expects to make 5-10 investments per year in this category.

Conclusion

The landscape of online financial services is rapidly evolving, and securing investment from experienced VCs and angels is crucial for success. With a focus on innovation and growth, these investors play a critical role in supporting and developing the future of financial technology.