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Philian is a private investment firm that strategically deploys capital into promising startup ventures. Operating as an investment vehicle, it backs companies poised for significant growth, providing financial backing and leveraging insights to support portfolio development across various sectors.
The firm was established by Karl-Johan Persson, a distinguished Swedish investor known for his tenure as CEO of global fashion retailer H&M. Persson founded Philian to channel his personal capital and extensive entrepreneurial experience into fostering innovative enterprises, reflecting a deep commitment to strategic long-term value creation.
Philian primarily targets early to growth-stage companies seeking more than just financial resources, valuing opportunities where strategic guidance contributes meaningfully. The firm’s enduring vision is to cultivate a robust and diverse portfolio of impactful businesses by identifying high-potential ventures and empowering their founders, contributing to a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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Philian was founded in 2013 by Karl-Johan Persson (Founder, Owner).
Philian has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $21.0M Series A in Insurely in March 2022.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1, 2022 | Insurely | $21.0M Series A | Insight Partners | Canaan Partners, Curie.bio, Founder Collective, Operator Partners, Shine Capital, The Finger Group, Scott Belsky, William Hockey, Alfv N & Didrikson, Hannah Meiton, Luminar Ventures, Neptunia Invest |
| Jan 25, 2022 | Orbital Systems | $23.0M Other Equity | — | Niklas Zennström, Peter Carlsson, Ehrnrooth Family Office, Formica Capital, K2A, M2 Asset Management, Öresund, Polar Growth, Stena, Vatio |
| Jun 10, 2021 | Electric Gamebox | $25.0M Series A | Philian | Activum SG, Brookfield Asset Management, Index Ventures |
Key people at Philian.
