Rise Capital

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2013

AUM

-

Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$5-10 m

Investment Stage

Series A Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

South America North America Middle East Asia
Investor profile last updated: 13 July, 2026

Profile

Rise Capital is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, founded with the aim of investing in technology companies in emerging markets. The firm focuses on backing ambitious technology entrepreneurs in emerging economies, supporting them as they build successful and iconic companies. Headquartered in San Francisco, Rise Capital's team comprises experienced investors and professionals dedicated to supporting high-growth ventures in rapidly evolving markets.

The firm primarily invests in technology sectors with a focus on sub-sectors such as fintech, food and beverage platforms, and marketplace services. Geographically, Rise Capital targets investments in regions with significant growth potential, such as Latin America, the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia. They tend to participate in early to late-stage funding. The firm manages substantial assets, though specific total AUM or investor details are not specified.

Notable portfolio companies include Kueski - an online credit provider in Mexico, Kitopi - a multi-brand restaurant platform in MENA, Instacarro - Brazil's leading used car platform, and StockGro - India's financial literacy and investment education platform. These investments reflect Rise Capital's focus on market-leading technology companies in emerging markets.

Industry

Telecommunications Internet and Web Services Food and Beverage Fintech Education Transportation

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FAQs about Rise Capital

Rise Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series A, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $5-10 m.
Rise Capital is located in San Francisco, California, United States.
Rise Capital was founded in 2013.
Rise Capital invests in companies and startups in Telecommunications, Internet and Web Services, Food and Beverage, Fintech, Education, Transportation.
Rise Capital invests in companies and startups in South America, North America, Middle East, Asia.
Rise Capital invests in companies and startups at Series A, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).
Rise Capital usually invests $5-10 m on average.
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