UK-based Episode 1 invests £250K-£2M in early-stage tech startups, aiming to boost British tech ventures.
Location
London, Greater London, GB
Founded
2013
Episode 1 is a UK-based venture fund focusing on early-stage technology companies. The firm typically invests between £250,000 and £2 million in UK-based startups, primarily at the Pre-Seed and Seed stages for B2B software companies. Their investment strategy aims to support promising ventures through to a successful Series A round.
The fund was founded by experienced entrepreneurs and investors Simon Murdoch, Damien Lane, and Adrian Lloyd, who bring extensive startup expertise to their portfolio companies. Notable investments include Vector.ai, QuestDB, and Webiny. Episode 1 emphasizes building long-term relationships with founders, offering quick decision-making, and providing ongoing support throughout the startup journey.
Episode 1 - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
