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First Fellow Partners

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Pre-SeedSeedSeries AGrowthB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsCybersecurityFrontier TechEnterprise SoftwareSecurity & CybersecurityDeveloper Tools & Infrastructure

Thesis

Bold, mission-driven technology entrepreneurs with uncompromising integrity deserve capital, resources, and partnership to build solutions that truly matter. As a founder-only capital firm, we align with entrepreneurs over institutional return requirements.

Likely not a fit for

No consumer fads, short-term financial optimization plays, or founders lacking integrity

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

2 contacts on file

KG

Kim Groop

PartnerPartner · Primary contact

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k•••@fi•••.com

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RS

Risto Siilasmaa

PartnerPartner

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Portfolio

WoltEcommerce Marketplaces

Wolt is a delivery service that provides food, groceries, and other products quickly and affordably, partnering with local restaurants and stores.

AivenEnterprise Software

Aiven offers an AI-ready open source data platform that helps customers create outcomes and accelerate building applications by managing their data infrastructure.

DetectifySecurity Cyber

Detectify is an application security testing platform that automates the scanning of web applications for vulnerabilities, including internal applications and APIs, leveraging a community of ethical hackers for enhanced security.

ePassiHr Tech Work

Epassi is a pioneer in digital employee benefits and HR tech, providing a mobile payment platform for employee benefits across multiple countries.

AitoEnterprise Software

Aito provides an AI database that allows users to query predictions, recommendations, and insights using SQL syntax, enabling intelligent applications without the complexity of traditional machine learning.

HoxhuntSecurity Cyber

Hoxhunt is a Human Risk Management Platform that provides security awareness training and tools to help organizations manage human cyber risk effectively.

CybexerSecurity Cyber

Cybexer develops cyber range solutions that provide immersive testing and training environments to improve cybersecurity skills, build cyber resilience, and reinforce defenses. Their offerings include AI-enabled active cyber defense solutions and various training programs for different industries.

TalentAdoreHr Tech Work

Modern recruitment software & candidate experience

YourediLogistics Supply Chain

Youredi provides data connectivity solutions for global logistics and supply chains, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency through various connectivity services.

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Donut LabRobotics Automation

Donut Lab is redefining electric mobility with its innovative technologies, including the world's first all-solid-state battery and advanced in-wheel motors, designed for seamless integration in electric vehicles.

Small Giant GamesGaming

Building extraordinary mobile games since 2013. We create easily accessible mobile games that offer deep, social experiences that can turn into a hobby that lasts for years.

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First Fellow Partners Research Investment Thesis First Fellow Partners (FFP) is a private investment firm founded by Risto Siilasmaa (former Nokia Chairman and F-Secure founder) and Kim Groop. Unlike traditional venture capital firms, FFP operates exclusively with its own capital, meaning there are no external LP stakeholders. This founder-first philosophy enables the firm to focus entirely on the

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