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Novator Partners
Operating Status: Operating
Novator: A global private equity firm, investing in developed and emerging markets since 2004.
Location
London, Greater London, GB
Founded
2005
Novator Partners is an international private equity firm investing in both developed and emerging markets. Founded in 2004 by Icelandic businessman Thor Björgólfsson, the firm focuses on telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, social gaming, financial services, and natural resources sectors. With offices in London, Iceland, Luxembourg, and Switzerland, Novator typically invests across various stages, from seed to late-stage rounds.
The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as CCP Games, Manticore Games, Monzo Bank, Stripe, and Zwift. Novator's investment approach is characterized by flexible investment structures, quick decision-making, and a hands-on strategy. The firm manages internal money, which allows for a more agile investment process and focused support for portfolio companies.
Novator Partners - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages