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Shop Circle announced a $60M Series B! 🚀 Founded by Endeavor Entrepreneurs Luca Cartechini and Gian Maria Gramondi, Shop Circle is shaping the future of AI-powered, automation-first solutions for businesses. With over 120,000 businesses relying on their tools and two consecutive years of growing profitability, this funding will support their next phase of growth in powering the next generation of AI-driven B2B software. The Series B was backed by Nextalia SGR, NFX, QED Investors, 645 Ventures, 3VC, CDP Venture Capital SGR, The Techshop SGR, Primo Capital, i80 Group, and our co-investment fund, Endeavor Catalyst. We’re proud to support Shop Circle as they scale. Congrats to Luca, Gian, and the Shop Circle team on this milestone! 🎉 #Entrepreneurship #MoreThanScaleMultiply Endeavor Italy

In 2024, we reviewed over 5,000 companies, only 1.6% made the cut. Meet the most promising entrepreneurs shaping elsewhere markets. 🚀👇 From fintech to climate tech, these entrepreneurs reflect where entrepreneurship is headed. 🚀 Founder factories are fueling the next wave. Many of this year’s entrepreneurs were early employees of successful startups before launching their own ventures, embodying the Endeavor Multiplier Effect™ in action. 📈 The “growth at all costs” era is over. In 2024, companies were growing at 2x per year, down from nearly 3x in 2022. Still fast, but more sustainable. 💳 Fintech is surging. 1 in 4 selected companies is in fintech, solving critical gaps in underserved markets and digitizing entire economies. 🔬 Frontier tech is here. From rocket science to renewable energy, these entrepreneurs are building solutions that will shape the future. See the full list of Endeavor Entrepreneurs selected in 2024: https://lnkd.in/e8prKj3g #Entrepreneurship #MoreThanScaleMultiply #MultiplierEffect #Elsewhere

SMEs power the GCC economy, yet remain under-supported. Flow48 is changing that. Led by Endeavor Entrepreneur Idriss Al Rifai, Flow48 is unlocking capital for SMEs and reshaping SME lending in the GCC. Now, with $69M in Series A funding, led by BREEGA with participation from Endeavor Catalyst, they’re scaling their impact even further: 🇸🇦 Expanding into Saudi Arabia, the largest economy in MENA, to empower more SMEs 📊 Leveraging alternative data and risk assessment tools to enhance lending 🤝 Partnering with banks and fintechs to unlock more capital Since joining our community in 2015, Idriss has been a force in MENA’s tech sector and a role model for the next generation of founders. We’re proud to back him and the Flow48 team as they redefine SME lending in the region. 🚀 #Entrepreneurship #MultiplierEffect #MENA Endeavor UAE

Historic Moment! Headway is the First Ukraine-Born Company to Join Endeavor 🇺🇦🌍🎉 Headway EdTech, a game-changing edtech company with Ukrainian roots, has achieved a historic first: acceptance into the Endeavor global network! With over 130 million users benefiting from their personalized learning apps, Headway's impact is undeniable. This Endeavor selection not only celebrates Headway's success but also highlights the strength and innovation emerging from Ukraine's tech sector. The access to mentorship, funding, and a global network will empower Headway to reach even greater heights. Endeavor Ukraine launched in October 2024 with the goal of achieving tenfold growth in companies founded by ambitious Ukrainian entrepreneurs. Endeavor will support Ukrainian Endeavor Entrepreneurs with any professional challenges they face, such as preparing for M&As or IPOs, expanding into new countries, and attracting top talent in international markets. Congratulations to Founder and CEO Anton Pavlovsky and the entire team of Headway! #EdTech #Ukraine #GlobalImpact #Entrepreneurship #Endeavor #Headway

Meet the newest Endeavor Entrepreneurs selected at our 102nd in-person International Selection Panel in Dubai! We’re thrilled to welcome 26 founders leading 15 companies that are shaping the future on a global scale, including our first-ever Ukrainian company: Airalo (UAE and Turkey), Barte (Brazil), CoverTree (Detroit), Gathern | جاذر إن (Saudi Arabia), Headway EdTech (Ukraine), hlpy (Italy), Indie Campers (Portugal), iSchool (Egypt), Maqsam (Jordan), Mitiga Solutions (Spain), NG.CASH (Brazil), Qist Bazaar (Pakistan), Rabbit (Egypt), Swoop (Ireland), Yes4All (Vietnam). From microlearning solutions to eSIM connectivity to financial empowerment, these founders are pushing the boundaries of innovation across industries and regions. We look forward to helping them scale up, achieve their goals, and pay it forward to the next generation of entrepreneurs. Learn more about the entrepreneurs and the businesses they are building here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ezBataP6 #EndeavorISP #Entrepreneurship #MultiplierEffect #EndeavorEntrepreneurs #MoreThanScaleMultiply

Day 2: Interview Day. 💬 The most intense and rewarding part of the selection process as candidates gave their pitches and tackled tough questions from global business leaders. But beyond evaluation, each interview became a powerful exchange of insights, feedback, and mentorship. Today, candidates enjoy the day exploring Dubai while panelists deliberate on who will become the next Endeavor Entrepreneurs. Stay tuned to meet the #Multipliers of Tomorrow! #EndeavorISP #Entrepreneurship #EndeavorEntrepreneurs Endeavor UAE

Our 102nd in-person International Selection Panel (ISP) is officially underway! 🇦🇪🌍 Yesterday, entrepreneurs and panelists from around the world arrived, settled in, and made their first introductions. Day 1 was all about soaking in the energy of Dubai and experiencing the magic that happens when the Endeavor community comes together in person. Today, the intensity ramps up with Interview Day. 💬 Stay tuned for more updates! #EndeavorISP #Entrepreneurship #EndeavorEntrepreneurs Endeavor UAE

Last night, we gathered with our community in Dubai to discuss the future of Endeavor and high-impact entrepreneurship in the region. 🇦🇪 200+ founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders came together for a night of insightful conversations and meaningful connections at our Community Gathering. In a fireside chat, Mohamad Khachab joined Linda Rottenberg to share Endeavor’s Vision 2035: a plan to elevate the Endeavor Entrepreneur experience and amplify the #MultiplierEffect worldwide. Having already invested in 14 Dubai-based companies, Allen Taylor and Yana El Dirani highlighted how Endeavor Catalyst is already part of this future, with more opportunities ahead as the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem continues to grow. Thank you to Mohamad Ballout (Kitopi) and Mona Ataya (Mumzworld), for sharing your journeys and showcasing the power of thinking big. And to Souheil Hajjar (Majid Al Futtaim Trust), for closing the night with a powerful message about what’s next. The momentum in the region is undeniable and we’re just getting started. The energy continues today as we kick off the 102nd in-person International Selection Panel. 🇦🇪 Stay tuned! #Entrepreneurship #Vision2035 #EndeavorISP Endeavor UAE

We are heading to Dubai! 🇦🇪 For our first in-person International Selection Panel (ISP) of 2025, we’re bringing top founders to a city that has become a global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. Here’s why Dubai is the perfect place to kick off the year: 🌍 A gateway to Europe, Asia, and Africa 📈 A thriving VC landscape 🤝 A diverse talent hub with top innovators from 200+ nationalities 🏗️ Cutting-edge infrastructure and government-backed initiatives for high-growth startups We can’t wait to meet the next generation of Endeavor Entrepreneurs there! Follow #EndeavorISP for updates. #Entrepreneurship #MoreThanScaleMultiply Endeavor UAE

AI is moving beyond the hype and shows no signs of slowing down. Here’s what we’re seeing in our portfolio: 🚀 The number of AI-native companies in our portfolio has tripled since 2017, fueled by sectors including IT & DevOps. 💼 89% of our AI portfolio companies focus on B2B solutions like digital learning platform Go1 (South Africa) and security tech Alcatraz AI (Bulgaria). 📚 Consumer-facing AI companies like edtech platform Noon-The Social Learning Platform (Saudi Arabia) and AI assistant Luzia (Spain) are carving out unique market positions. As AI continues to evolve, we’re seeing talent everywhere shaping the future of the technology. Dive into more AI insights in our 2024 Endeavor Catalyst Annual Report: https://lnkd.in/gXkz6ANZ #VentureCapital #GlobalVentureCapital #EndeavorCatalyst #Entrepreneurship