Global from Day One
General contacts
Investor type
VC
Founded
2012
AUM
$140 M
Location
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Investor profile last updated: 30 August, 2026
Profile
Global From Day One (GD1) Fund is a venture capital firm that invests with conviction in exciting high-growth technology companies (B2B Enterprise Software, Internet, Deep Tech, Health Tech and Software + Hardware) originating from New Zealand.
There is currently a generation of under the radar tech startups that, with the right capital and market presence, could become global leaders worth billions of dollars, creating thousands of high value jobs and driving economic transformation.
GD1 is fearless in seeking out these market driven opportunities, where we lead with purpose to provide capital and add value in support of ambitious and aspirational founders. We invest in Pre-A and Series A stage companies generating revenues of US$1-5m, mostly generated in large offshore markets.
Our seasoned investment team is agile and responsive as we dedicate our expertise, resources and networks to influence change and build winners.
Industry
Global from Day One Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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GD1 Fund II L.P.
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Digital
E-commerce/Marketplace
Fintech
Internet and Web Services
Mobile/Apps
SaaS
Software
Cloud
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Pre-seed
Seed
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Australia and others
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$10-50 m
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$34 M
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May 2016
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GD1 Fund 3 LP
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Financial Services
SaaS
Security
Software
Energy
HealthTech
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Pre-seed
Seed
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Australia and others
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$5-10 m
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$85 M
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August 2021
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FAQs about Global from Day One
Is Global from Day One a venture capital or private equity firm?
Global from Day One is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A and Series B, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is Global from Day One located?
Global from Day One is located in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
When was Global from Day One founded?
Global from Day One was founded in 2012.
What sectors and industries does Global from Day One invest in?
Global from Day One invests in companies and startups in Education, Edtech, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Healthcare Services, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Real Estate, Security, Software, Transportation, Energy, Digital, E-commerce/Marketplace, Internet and Web Services, Mobile/Apps, SaaS, Cloud, Financial Services, HealthTech.
What is Global from Day One geographical focus of investments?
Global from Day One invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and others.
At what stages of companies and startups does Global from Day One typically invest in?
Global from Day One invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Series B.
What is the usual amount of Global from Day One investment?
Global from Day One usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Global from Day One?
Global from Day One has around $140m assets under management.
When was Global from Day One last fund created?
Global from Day One last fund was created/launched in 2021-08-19
What are the contacts of Global from Day One?
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