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Feb 11, Last price
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Name
Blue Star Capital PLC
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Profile
Blue Star Capital plc is a venture capital and private equity firm, strategically investing across various company life cycles, from seed and early-stage development to late-stage and buy-out opportunities. The firm provides financial backing to founder-stage shell companies, businesses nearing an IPO, and established operating companies seeking capital before an IPO or other exit events. Its investment focus centers on groundbreaking, disruptive technologies within high-growth sectors like esports, blockchain, and digital payments, with a global investment mandate. Over the lifespan of an investment, Blue Star typically commits between £250,000 and £2 million. Initial funding rounds usually range from £50,000 to £0.5 million, with similar capital injections in later stages. While it may acquire either a minority or a majority stake in its portfolio companies, the firm aims for strategic control when taking a larger share. Ideal candidates for investment are characterized by positive cash flow and reliable recurring revenue streams. Blue Star Capital plc generally targets an exit from its investments within a three-to-four-year timeframe. The company is based in Crawley, United Kingdom.
Key people
Francisco Anthony Bodie Fabrizi
Chief Executive Officer, Director · since 2012
William Henbrey
Non-Executive Director · since 2014
Headquarters & legal address
The Portland Building, 27-28 Church Street, Brighton, East Sussex,
Brighton BN1 1RB
GB
Brighton BN1 1RB
GB
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