Defy Partners
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2016
AUM
$262 M
Location
United States
Investor profile last updated: 03 February, 2022
Profile
Defy is an early stage venture fund exclusively focused on emerging high-potential opportunities where we devote our time and network to help you get ahead.
We started Defy so we could focus exclusively on investing in early stage opportunities. We are driven by a passion for working closely with entrepreneurs, especially through the transformative time after seed funding. We invest in people and in their conviction and talent for creating real change.
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FAQs about Defy Partners
Is Defy Partners a venture capital or private equity firm?
Defy Partners is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is Defy Partners located?
Defy Partners is located in United States.
When was Defy Partners founded?
Defy Partners was founded in 2016.
What sectors and industries does Defy Partners invest in?
Defy Partners invests in companies and startups in Internet and Web Services, Other, SaaS, Software, Financial Services, Fintech, Gaming, Healthcare Services, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Pharmaceuticals, Real Estate, Security, Travel, MedTech, Technology, Life Sciences, Infrastructure, HealthTech, AdTech.
What is Defy Partners geographical focus of investments?
Defy Partners invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia.
At what stages of companies and startups does Defy Partners typically invest in?
Defy Partners invests in companies and startups at Seed.
What is the usual amount of Defy Partners investment?
Defy Partners usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Defy Partners?
Defy Partners has around $262m assets under management.
What are the contacts of Defy Partners?
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