Entrepreneur First

Pioneered talent investing: the discovery and cultivation of exceptional people with founder potential before they have a co-founder, or even an idea. Invests in individuals first, then helps them find co-founders, form a company and raise a first round.

$200M (capital raise reported 2026) AUM 69/100 Power Score™ 2011 Founded London, UK
Sector-Agnostic
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Key Partners & Leadership

Alice Bentinck
Co-Founder
Matt Clifford
Co-Founder

Firm Timeline

2011
Founded in London, pioneering the talent-investing model.
2026
Raised $200M in fresh capital from institutional and individual backers.

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