GD1 (Global From Day One) is a generalist venture capital fund supporting globally ambitious kiwi companies with capital, operating expertise, and international connections.

Venture Capital

GD1's headquarters in Auckland, New Zealand

Catherine Young

Doug Bohaboy

John Kells

Vignesh Kumar

Nawaz Ahmed

Aaron Small

Gautam Rao

Tammy Pan

The Partnership Team at GD1 focuses on fostering strategic alliances and collaborations to enhance the growth and global reach of their portfolio companies. By leveraging their extensive network and industry expertise, they create valuable connections and opportunities that drive success for kiwi ventures on an international scale.

Partnership Team

The Leadership Team at GD1 drives the strategic vision, financial oversight, and operational excellence of the venture capital fund. Comprising seasoned experts in strategy, growth, finance, and market expansion, they provide crucial guidance and support to globally ambitious kiwi companies, ensuring successful scaling and international reach.

Leadership Team

The Investment Team at GD1 (Global From Day One) identifies and evaluates promising kiwi startups and growth-stage companies for potential funding. Leveraging their roles, they provide capital, strategic guidance, and facilitate international connections to support the global aspirations of these ventures.

Investment Team

The Operations Team at GD1 ensures the efficient functioning of daily activities, supporting both internal processes and portfolio companies. They manage logistics, streamline workflows, and analyze operational data to enhance productivity and support the strategic goals of GD1.

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Partnership Team

Leadership Team

Investment Team

Operations Team

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GD1

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Teams

Partnership Team

Leadership Team

Investment Team

Operations Team

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