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Red Circle Investments operates as the family investment vehicle for Renzo Rosso, specializing in minority financial stakes. It targets innovative companies across diverse sectors, including digital technology, mobile applications, and sustainable enterprises. The firm provides capital and strategic support, fostering growth within its portfolio companies through its extensive industry experience.
The investment entity was established by Renzo Rosso, renowned as the founder of the global fashion brand Diesel and president of the OTB Group. Rosso initiated financial investments through this private company in the early 2000s, formalizing his personal investment activities. The firm's name, "Red Circle," translates directly from Rosso's surname, symbolizing his direct engagement in its ventures.
Red Circle Investments primarily partners with promising startups and growth-oriented companies seeking strategic capital. Its vision is to build a diversified portfolio of equity interests across various industries, aiming to foster innovation and create long-term value. The firm continuously identifies opportunities to support forward-thinking businesses and expand its influence within the global investment landscape.
Red Circle Investments has 3 tracked investments across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $20.0M Series B in Depop in January 2018.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2018 | Depop | $20.0M Series B | — | Accel, Balderton Capital, Bond, Creandum, DST Global, Founders Fund, Graypes GmbH, Helium 3 Ventures, HV Capital, Lakestar, Northzone, Octopus Ventures, Picus Capital, Marco Demeireles, TCV, Arthur Kosten, Jabez Dewey, Matt Bellamy, Stefan Blom, TIM Ringel, Luca Marzotto, Renzo Rosso, Lumar, Tempocap |
| Sep 1, 2016 | Depop | $13.0M Series A | — | Accel, Balderton Capital, Bond, Creandum, DST Global, Founders Fund, Graypes GmbH, Helium 3 Ventures, HV Capital, Lakestar, Northzone, Picus Capital, Marco Demeireles, TCV, Arthur Kosten, Jabez Dewey, Matt Bellamy, Stefan Blom, TIM Ringel, Lumar |
| Oct 16, 2013 | Depop | $1.0M Seed | David O. Sacks, RED Circle Investments | Benjamin Ling, Eyal Goldwerger, Eyal Gura, Kevin Hartz, Luca Marzotto, Michel Combes, Modi Rosen, Pascal Cagni, Uday Sodhi, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Yair Goldfinger, Yaron Galai |
