David Sainteff

David Sainteff is an accomplished investor currently serving as a Partner at Global Founders Capital since May 2017. He has recently taken on the role of Investor at Pivot, a procurement software startup, as of September 2023. His professional background includes various board director positions in companies such as Pennylane, Ankorstore, Upway, Defacto, and Primo.123

Educational Background

David holds a Master of Research in Economics & Management from Mines Paris and a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship & Strategy from Université Paris Dauphine - PSL. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics & Finance from Université Paris Nanterre.3

Investment Focus

At Global Founders Capital, David specializes in seed and series A investments across sectors like logistics, insurance, marketplaces, consumer internet, fintech, and enterprise solutions. His investment range typically spans from $50,000 to $10 million, with a sweet spot around $5 million.12

Notable Investments

David has been involved in several significant funding rounds, including:

• Flitter (Seed): $4M
• Defacto (Series A): $16M
• Ankorstore (Series C): $280M.1

His expertise and extensive network have made him a prominent figure in the venture capital landscape, particularly within the European startup ecosystem.