What is Gojo?
Gojo & Company, Inc. operates as a premier global microfinance group, architected to enhance financial inclusion by integrating with and supporting local financial service providers. The firm's core mission is to empower individuals by providing the necessary tools to access financial services, thereby fostering self-determination and economic stability. Through a strategy of investing in, acquiring, and establishing socially impactful entities, Gojo has successfully extended its reach to over 3.4 million clients across 14 countries. The company's operational framework is designed to create measurable social impact while maintaining a robust, scalable business model that addresses the systemic barriers to financial participation in developing economies.
How much funding has Gojo raised?
Gojo has raised a total of $108.8M across 4 funding rounds:
Series A
$12M
Series B
$17M
Series C
$38.8M
Series D
$41M
Series A (2017): $12M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series B (2018): $17M led by Nippon Venture Capital Co., JAFCO Japan, Dai-ichi Life, Nissay Capital, and Link & Motivation
Series C (2019): $38.8M supported by Tokyo University of Science Investment Management Company and Dai-ichi Life
Series D (2020): $41M featuring Seven Bank, Baillie Gifford, Credit Saison, TGVest Capital, Future Venture Capital, and SBI Group
Key Investors in Gojo
SBI Group
SBI Holdings is a diversified financial services company headquartered in Tokyo, providing a comprehensive range of products including online brokerage, investment banking, and venture capital fund management.
Baillie Gifford
Baillie Gifford is an established investment management firm founded in 1908 in Edinburgh, specializing in providing long-term investment advice and capital allocation.
Credit Saison
Credit Saison is a prominent Japanese financial services company founded in 1951, with extensive experience in consumer credit and financial product distribution.
What's next for Gojo?
With the recent influx of capital, Gojo is well-positioned to accelerate its strategic roadmap, focusing on deepening its penetration in existing markets and exploring new territories where financial inclusion remains a critical challenge. The company is expected to prioritize the integration of advanced digital financial technologies to streamline service delivery and enhance the efficiency of its partner network. As it moves beyond its Series D round, Gojo will likely focus on optimizing its portfolio of financial service providers, ensuring that its capital deployment continues to yield both social impact and long-term institutional value. The firm remains a key player to watch as it navigates the complexities of global microfinance and digital transformation.
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