First Degree is a venture capital firm that specializes in identifying, nurturing, and investing in groundbreaking early-stage startups. With a focus on technology and innovation, First Degree aims to find startups that are poised for significant growth and impact. Our team, consisting of seasoned investors, successful entrepreneurs, and industry experts, leverages its wealth of experience to guide these startups toward success.
As founders ourselves, we understand the journey and are passionate about partnering with entrepreneurs to turn their dreams into reality. Let's collaborate and build the next wave of game-changing companies together.
Whether you're expanding globally, building your dream team, or fine-tuning your strategy, our curated experts are ready to roll up their sleeves and dive in. Take the first step towards unstoppable growth—connect with us today and let's make magic happen!
Why we’ve started First Degree
First Degree was founded on the belief that early-stage startups, especially those with disruptive ideas and technology, are often overlooked by traditional funding sources. We saw an opportunity to not only fill this gap but also to drive innovation forward by providing these startups with the capital, resources, and mentorship they need. Our goal is to create a more equitable and dynamic startup ecosystem where visionary founders can thrive.
Who is First Degree
First Degree (led by Debbie & Kaan) is composed of a diverse team of professionals with backgrounds in entrepreneurship, venture capital, technology, and industry-specific domains. Our partners have founded, scaled, and exited their own companies, bringing invaluable firsthand experience. The team's combined expertise spans across sectors, giving us a unique perspective on investment opportunities and the challenges startups face.
What’s our unfair competitive advantage?
Our competitive advantage lies in our people, our process, and our network. With team members who've been founders, operators, and investors themselves, we bring a comprehensive understanding of the startup journey.
Our data-driven approach, combined with the depth of our industry connections and the breadth of our partner network, allows us to not only identify but also actively contribute to the growth of our investments in ways that others cannot.