Newtown Partners
Newtown Partners is the family office of successful startup entrepreneurs Llew Claasen and Vinny Lingham. The firm invests across various alternative and traditional asset classes, primarily early-stage venture capital, to back startups spearheading emerging technologies and disruptive business models.
2014
Privately held
San Diego, Ca, United States
About
Mission
At Newtown Partners, we strive to challenge the status quo and traditional business practices. Our approach is grounded in real-world experience, providing honest and impartial advice to our partners. We focus on driving sustainable value and growth while keeping an eye on future trends and innovations.
Values
Honesty, sustainability, innovation, and growth.
Participant Demographics
Primarily startups in emerging and disruptive technologies, globally competitive technology startups, and underprivileged South African entrepreneurs through RLabs Seed Fund I.
Track Record
Team Experience
Extensive experience in launching, growing, and exiting technology startups.
Notable Achievements
Successful exits include SweepSouth (15x MOIC), Civic ($33M raised), Gyft (acquired for $50M), and others.
Project Track Record
Investments in Flutterwave, Field Intelligence, Bloomable, and others.
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San Diego, Ca, United States
Legal & Compliance
Compliant with South African law.
No major violations noted.
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