Small World Group

What is Small World Group?

Small World Group is a venture capital firm that operates both as an incubator and an investor, focusing on a broad array of sectors that span clean technology, manufacturing, mobile, security, life sciences, healthcare, energy, environment, agriculture, communications, and information technology.

Established in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, they position themselves within the ecosystems of Software, IT and TMT, Business Solutions, FinTech and Financial Services, Hardware and Manufacturing, IoT and Wearables, CleanTech, Logistics and Distribution, Material Science, and Nanotechnology.

The firm has a commitment to innovation across these industries, with an investment thesis that reflects their belief in the transformative power of technology and entrepreneurship.

They are actively engaging with early-stage companies and offer a minimum investment amount of $50,000. Small World Group's approach is to support promising startups that have the potential to make significant impacts both in market value and sustainable practices. They are tailored towards businesses that exhibit strong intellectual property, a scalable business model, and a clear path to market.

As an incubator, they also provide mentorship and hands-on support, bridging the gap between idea and execution for early-stage entrepreneurs.

Their geographic focus remains predominantly in the United States, consistent with their headquarters' location. The firm leverages its network, expertise, and capital to accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies, aiming to deliver long-term value to both the startups they partner with and their own investors.