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Key people at CrossOceanFund.
Cross Ocean Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm investing in high-growth technology companies from Europe and Israel. The firm offers capital and strategic guidance, helping international startups establish and scale operations within the United States. This specialized approach enables global innovations to efficiently enter and thrive in the American market.
Established in 2022, Cross Ocean Ventures operates under General Partner Zeynep Ilgaz, leveraging her angel investor experience. The firm’s genesis came from recognizing ambitious European and Israeli tech companies need specific support to navigate and succeed in the US market, a critical niche Cross Ocean Ventures adeptly fills.
The firm's investors are often venture offices, including family-owned companies, seeking strategic advantages and financial gains. Cross Ocean Ventures actively backs resilient founders demonstrating strong execution. Its vision is to be the foremost partner for international founders bringing innovative technologies to the US, fostering a dynamic transatlantic entrepreneurial landscape.
Key people at CrossOceanFund.
CrossOceanFund has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $5.0M Series A in Space Walker in August 2023.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2023 | Space Walker | $5.0M Series A | Yosuke Imafuku | Gama Expert, Jalux, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, Koken, Minazuka Sangyo, Next Unicorn LAB |
| Mar 20, 2023 | ROOK | $1.7M Pre-Seed | Tech Coast Angels | Pankaj Kedia, Allied Venture Partners, Harvard Business Fund, Hilltop Venture Partners, Instavc, IQ Ventures, Irievc, Liebenthal Ventures, Mana Ventures, MCMA VC, Stadia Ventures, Techstars, Thesagehouse |
