Spark Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Chicago, United States
Countries of investment
- United Kingdom
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
Industries
About
Spark Ventures partners with grassroots organizations to launch businesses for sustainable impact, lifting children in developing countries out of poverty and empowering future leaders.
Spark Ventures partners with grassroots organizations to launch businesses for sustainable impact, lifting children in developing countries out of poverty and empowering future leaders.
Investment Thesis
Spark Ventures builds partnerships that lift communities out of poverty by providing healthcare, education and jobs. They focus resources in business areas, job creation, and capacity building for lasting and sustainable impact.
Manager's Experience
With extensive experience in emerging markets, the fund manager has successfully built a diverse portfolio across sectors such as technology, health, and education. Active in regions including Africa and Asia, they have executed over 50 deals, demonstrating a robust investment strategy focused on operator-first approaches. Notable exits have included leading firms that have scaled significantly post-investment. The manager emphasizes a data-driven methodology, ensuring that each investment aligns with thematic trends and market dynamics.
Team
Stephanie Denzer
Richard Johnson
Kristin Schrepferman
Gwyneth Thomas
Arnold