What is Gojo?
Gojo & Company, Inc. is a prominent global microfinance group committed to expanding financial inclusion worldwide. The company achieves this by forging partnerships with financial service providers, aiming to empower individuals through improved access to financial services. Gojo's operational strategy involves investing in, acquiring, or establishing socially impactful financial service providers across diverse international markets. With a mission to broaden financial access, Gojo has successfully reached over 3.4 million clients in 14 countries, consistently striving to foster positive life changes through its initiatives.
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 Nissay Capital, JAFCO Japan, Nippon Venture Capital Co., Link & Motivation, and Dai-ichi Life
Series C (2019): $38.8M supported by Dai-ichi Life and Tokyo University of Science Investment Management Company
Series D (2020): $41M featuring Seven Bank, Baillie Gifford, Credit Saison, TGVest Capital, SBI Group, and Future Venture Capital
Key Investors in Gojo
Baillie Gifford
Baillie Gifford is an investment management firm founded in Edinburgh in 1908, specializing in investment advice and managing assets with a long-term perspective.
Credit Saison
Credit Saison, established in 1951 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a financial services company providing a range of credit and payment solutions.
SBI Group
SBI Holdings, founded in 1999, is a diversified financial services conglomerate based in Tokyo, Japan, with extensive operations in financial services, asset management, and biotechnology.
What's next for Gojo?
The substantial enterprise-level funding and recent strategic investment indicate Gojo is poised for significant scaling and further innovation in its mission to enhance financial inclusion. This capital infusion will likely support the expansion of its network of financial service providers, the development of new technologies to reach underserved populations, and the deepening of its impact in existing markets. Gojo's strategic approach suggests a continued focus on acquiring and nurturing socially responsible financial entities, reinforcing its position as a leader in the global microfinance sector.
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