Endeavor

The magic of Endeavor lies in its people. ✨ As we reflect on 2024, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible milestones achieved this year—whether it was launching our newest office in Ukraine, opening our global hub in London, or welcoming 152 new high-impact entrepreneurs. These accomplishments are a testament to the dedication of our global team. Thank you to each and every one of you for going above and beyond to amplify the impact of our entrepreneurs and help transform economies worldwide. Happy Holidays, #OneEndeavor!

In a year where VC has faced global challenges, Africa’s entrepreneurial spirit is proving unstoppable. Just this past quarter, we celebrated two milestones: 🦄 Moniepoint Group became Africa’s 8th unicorn with a $110M Series C round, empowering over 1 million businesses with financial services. 🦄 Tyme Group achieved a $1.5B valuation after Nubank led their $250M Series D—a partnership sparked by an introduction at last year’s Endeavor Gala. These achievements are a testament to the growth and potential of Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Last week, during SuperReturn in Cape Town, Endeavor and Quona Capital hosted a cocktail hour with ~60 LPs, founders, and GPs to celebrate and strengthen the connections that drive these outcomes. 🥂 A heartfelt thank you to the Endeavor South Africa team and Board, Alison Collier and Antonia B. for all the work driving forward the local ecosystem, our co-host Quona, and everyone who came and contributed to making this event a success Collaboration is the catalyst for growth. We are committed to supporting the entrepreneurs and partnerships that drive it. 🚀 #MoreThanScaleMultiply #Entrepreneurship #AfricaVC Michele Wanjiku Melvyn Lubega Johan Bosini Monica Brand Engel

Here’s how one introduction led to a $250M round just one year later. In December 2023, David Vélez, founder of Nubank, met Tjaart van der Walt and Coenraad (Coen) Jonker, co-founders of Tyme Group, for the first time. 🤝 The introduction was made in NYC, just hours before the Endeavor Gala, by Adrian Garcia-Aranyos, who knew they’d have a lot to discuss. 🗽 Both Nubank and Tyme are working toward the same goal: democratizing financial access and disrupting legacy systems—just in different markets. 🏦 Fast forward one year: Nubank is leading Tyme’s $250M Series D funding round, boosting Tyme’s valuation to $1.5B. 🦄 This partnership is signaling a broader trend: emerging market founders are reinvesting in their ecosystems, bypassing traditional financial hubs, and leading their own growth. 🌱 📖 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ecuHMPPN #MoreThanScaleMultiply #Entrepreneurship #MultiplierEffect

Introducing the final 6 Endeavor Entrepreneurs selected in 2024! This month, six entrepreneurs leading three companies were selected through virtual selection panels. Each selection panel is the culmination of a rigorous, multi-step journey to identify high-impact entrepreneurs from all over the world. We're thrilled to welcome these founders who are leading companies that are shaping the future on a global scale: Blip (formerly Take), EightTwenty, and Lendo | ليندو. We look forward to helping them scale up, achieve their goals, and pay it forward to the next generation of entrepreneurs. 🚀 Learn more about the entrepreneurs and the businesses they are building here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ePd6YxcV #EndeavorISP #Entrepreneurship #MultiplierEffect #EndeavorEntrepreneurs #MoreThanScaleMultiply

Meet the newest group of Endeavor Entrepreneurs selected in Miami! We’re thrilled to welcome 17 outstanding founders, selected at our final in-person International Selection Panel (ISP) of 2024. These founders are leading 12 companies that are shaping the future on a global scale 🌍: 180 Seguros (Brazil), Buymed (Vietnam), CARDO AI (Italy), Erco Energía (Colombia), Félix (Miami), Hyperproof (Miami), IDN (Indonesia), iMotorbike (Malaysia), LEASY (Peru), Lemon (Argentina), OneSkin (Brazil), Solfium (Uruguay). From transforming how Indonesians consume content 📱 to redefining skin longevity science 🔬, our newest Endeavor Entrepreneurs are pushing the boundaries of innovation across industries and regions. We look forward to helping them scale up, achieve their goals, and pay it forward to the next generation of entrepreneurs. 🚀 Learn more about the entrepreneurs and the businesses they are building 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYy9K7mc #EndeavorISP #Entrepreneurship #MultiplierEffect #EndeavorEntrepreneurs #MoreThanScaleMultiply Endeavor Miami

It’s not just about where you come from—it’s about finding where you belong. At this year’s Gala, our global community came together to celebrate what unites us: a shared belief in the power of high-impact entrepreneurs to transform ecosystems. ✨ From Argentina to Greece, Puerto Rico to Ukraine, and beyond, entrepreneurs connected through spontaneous conversations, shared stories, and heartfelt reflections, reminding us of the power that comes from belonging to something bigger. 🌍 Thank you to our Endeavor Entrepreneurs who made the night unforgettable: Bartesian brought on-demand cocktails 🍹, Globant’s F1 partnership came to life through a VR experience 🏁, Breadfast provided a craft coffee bar and pastries 🥐, MIKSI’s fine craftsmanship was the perfect photo booth backdrop 📸, and Faladdin gave us a taste of Turkish coffee fortune-telling ☕. Each unique experience showcased the global impact of our community and brought us closer together. And a special thank you to our partner, Empire Entertainment, for bringing our theme to life, and to Artlab By Rise, whose artistry made this Gala truly one of a kind. Here’s to carrying this energy into 2025, where Going Big and Going Home—global innovation and community—go hand in hand. 🤝 #GoBigAndGoHome #EndeavorGala #Entrepreneurship Rise New York & Partners

Interview Day is the most intense part of an ISP—and the most rewarding. Yesterday, candidates pitched their businesses and tackled tough questions from a panel of global business leaders. Each interview became a mentorship moment, blending evaluation with invaluable feedback and insights. 🤝 Today, candidates get to enjoy the day exploring Miami as panelists deliberate and select the next Endeavor Entrepreneurs. 💬 Stay tuned to meet the Multipliers of tomorrow! #EndeavorISP #EndeavorEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship Endeavor Miami

The 101st in-person International Selection Panel (ISP) is underway! 🌴🌎 Yesterday, our candidates and panelists from all over the world arrived in Miami for Day 1 of the ISP. It was all about first introductions, new connections, and settling in for what will be a very important day: Interview Day. Today, entrepreneurs will pitch their businesses to a global panel of judges, receiving valuable feedback that will shape their next steps. ⏩ Stay tuned for more updates! #EndeavorISP #Entrepreneurship #EndeavorEntrepreneurs Endeavor Miami

We’re heading to Miami for the final in-person International Selection Panel (ISP) of 2024! ✈️🌴 Miami, one of the most diverse cities in the world and home to a blossoming tech hub, provides the perfect backdrop for three days of networking, pitching, and forging lasting connections. Entrepreneurs from all over the world are ready to meet with a panel of global business leaders, share their journeys, and pitch their businesses. 🤝 ➡️ Stay tuned as we announce the final batch of entrepreneurs to join our community for 2024! #EndeavorEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #EndeavorISP Endeavor Miami

Last week, New York City became a home away from home for our global community. ✨ A week of gatherings led to our annual Gala, where we celebrated our global diaspora of entrepreneurs who Go Big and Go Home—making an impact worldwide while reinvesting in their local communities. This year's theme truly came to life, with spaces designed to feel like home and foster spontaneous, lasting connections. The night ended with a personal touch: postcards to our future selves, reflecting on how we'll Go Big in 2025 while bringing inspiration home. 💌 Congratulations to Lateefa Alwaalan, Managing Director of Endeavor Saudi Arabia, and Barry Napier, CEO of Cubic Telecom, recipients of the Linda’s Awards for exemplifying Endeavor’s values and inspiring the next generation. As Linda Rottenberg beautifully said: Wherever anyone goes, Endeavor is there to make us feel at home. 🏡 #GoBigAndGoHome #EndeavorGala #Entrepreneurship