Emerge
Venture capitalInactiveLondon · Pre-Seed–Series A · 1 people tracked
This fund appears to be inactive.
UK Companies House records show EMERGE LIMITED (no. 06043945) as dissolved. It is unlikely to be making new investments — this profile is kept for reference and historical accuracy.
Investment thesis
Emerge focuses on pre-seed and seed founders building the future of human capital development (HCD) — the enablement layer that bridges the skills gap, increases talent liquidity and equips workers to succeed. The fund seeks companies with ambition to become global category leaders and founders eager to learn from experienced operators. It backs its investments with a community of 100+ venture partners covering every HCD skill, business model and customer type, offering hands-on operator support. Interest areas include enterprise AI adoption, talent acquisition, career navigation, language learning and educational technology.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 28 of 47 portfolio companiesEdTech ×17AI & Machine Learning ×14SaaS ×14Future of Work ×9HR Tech ×8Enterprise Software ×7Data & Infrastructure ×3Consumer ×2
HQs:United Kingdom×5United States×3Canada×1Germany×1Denmark×1France×1
Investments · 47 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2022 · 12020 · 12 dated
AI tool transforming text, recordings and images into visual learning materials like presentations and mindmaps.
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Algor is an AI-powered learning platform that transforms educational materials (text, images, audio, video) into interactive study aids like mind maps, concept maps, flashcards, summaries, and quizzes.
AI & Machine LearningEdTech
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Aula is a digital learning experience platform for organizing course communications, learning materials, assessments, and engagement analytics, with LTI 1.3 integrations to third-party educational tools.
EdTechSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
BibliU is a digital learning platform that partners with publishers to provide students affordable, instant access to course content, and offers institutions workflow automation to reduce administrative burden.
EdTechSaaS
Dave Sherwood(Co-Founder & CEO)
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Online written assessment platform that simplifies the assessment process for higher education institutions.
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
London
Artur Saudabayev(Executive Officer, Director)Georgios Tziralis(Director)Joannis Kiahopoulos(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardMarc Moens(Director)Carlos Gonzalez-Cadenas(Director)
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Colossyan provides an AI platform that converts existing knowledge content (documents, PDFs, presentations) into training videos and structured courses with interactive elements.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechEnterprise Software
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Crehana offers an HR platform for companies in Latin America that connects recruitment, people management, training, performance, and workplace climate management in a single tool, with real-time analytics and AI-generated insights.
EdTechHR TechSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Deel is a global HR platform that enables businesses to hire, onboard, and manage employees and contractors across borders.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechFuture of WorkHR TechSaaSSan Francisco, US
Alex Bouaziz(Founder/CEO)inShuo Wang(Founder/CRO)in
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Eduflow provides a platform for instructors to create interactive learning activities that engage students across educational institutions and corporate training programs, positioning them as active participants rather than passive consumers of content.
EdTechCopenhagen, DK
David Kofoed Wind(Founder/CEO)inMalthe Jørgensen(Founder)inSimon Lind(Founder/CPO)in
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Engageli provides a virtual classroom platform designed for online learning that combines live and asynchronous instruction in a social, table-based environment.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechSaaSSan Mateo, US
Dan Avida(CEO and Founder)inDaphne Koller(Co-Founder and Board Member)inSerge Plotkin(Co-Founder and CTO)inJamie Nacht Farrell(Executive Officer)
BoardAlex Balkanski(Director)Eran Barkat(Director)
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Connects companies and universities to deliver industry-relevant programs with partners like AWS and Salesforce.
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
FutureFit is an AI platform that helps job seekers identify career paths and employers address talent shortages through personalized guidance and skills-based matching.
AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkHR TechToronto, CA
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Huzzle operates an AI recruiter called Heidi that autonomously sources, screens, interviews, schedules, and handles contracts and payroll for global hires.
AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkHR Tech
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Kinfolk is an AI agent that automates HR support and workflows within Slack and Teams, enabling employees to self-serve answers and complete HR processes.
AI & Machine LearningHR TechSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Kuddl is an app that teaches skills related to intimacy and pleasure through short lessons, positioned as a Duolingo-style learning experience for the bedroom.
ConsumerEdTechWellness & Fitness
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
LearnWise builds AI tools for educational institutions, including a campus support assistant, an LMS-integrated student tutor, an automated feedback and grading tool, and an operations assistant for faculty and staff.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Building a new interdisciplinary university with paid work placements at top organisations.
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Lynx connects European companies with curated education and workplace learning providers, simplifying the process of finding quality learning solutions that match organizational needs.
B2B MarketplacesEdTechEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkImpact & Social GoodSaaS
Sylvie Milverton(Co-founder)inLamia Rouai(Co-founder)in
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Mentor Collective provides an AI-supported mentorship platform connecting learners, students, and early-career professionals with mentors and advisors.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEdTechFuture of WorkBoston, US
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Modern Relay builds infrastructure for companies running many background AI agents, centered on Omnigraph, a shared graph that connects data, workflows, decision history, and agent skills so multiple agents can coordinate over a common world model.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Multiverse develops workforce training programs focused on equipping workers with durable skills needed for effective AI adoption in the workplace, combining soft skills and cognitive competencies.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechEnterprise SoftwareFuture of Work
Euan Blair
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Education app providing authentic, structured guidance for Muslims in under five minutes a day.
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Popp provides an API-first conversation engine that automates candidate interactions for staffing and recruitment firms.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareHR TechLondon, GB
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Automates candidate engagement and recruitment operations using AI.
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Replicate Labs builds AI sales coaches (led by "Keenan") that review deals, cold emails, and call recordings to give reps real-time coaching, pre-call planning, and roleplay based on the Gap Selling methodology.
AI & Machine LearningSaaSSales Tech
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Rig is a data platform for non-technical, AI-first business teams, connecting internal tools and warehouses to sync and model data, build a governed context layer, and create dashboards, apps and automations via tools like Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
SkillsTrust provides software and advisory services that help employers prepare for the EU Pay Transparency Directive, covering job categorisation, pay range and pay gap analysis, and compliance reporting.
Future of WorkHR TechSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Songscription converts audio files into sheet music and MIDI notation.
AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyEdTech
Andrew Carlins(Co-Founder & CEO)
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Sparkwise offers a platform for scaling group facilitation and transformation programs, serving enterprises and consulting firms that can white-label it for their clients.
EdTechEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
A video platform and online community where students connect with peers globally to study in real time, with tools designed to increase focus and reduce isolation.
EdTechLondon, GB
Sarujan Ranjan(Founder)inErfan Soliman(Founder)inTianyou Xu(Director)
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Remote-first university building 21st-century skills in sustainability, entrepreneurship and technology.
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Unibuddy provides a peer-to-peer engagement platform that connects prospective students with current students to boost enrollment yield for higher education institutions.
EdTechMarketing TechSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
VARM provides professional home insulation services for residential properties, including exterior walls, floor ceilings, and basement ceilings.
Construction Tech
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Yoto makes a screenless audio device for children that provides access to stories, songs, and educational content without advertisements.
ConsumerEdTechHardwareMedia & Entertainment
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Engage is a talent management system (now part of Deel) that integrates onboarding, performance reviews, goals/OKRs, surveys, learning, and career management into one platform, with built-in AI to draft competency libraries, training content, and feedback.
Future of WorkHR TechSaaS
PartnerJan Lynn-Matern· solo GP
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesDeel · tradeflock.com · Jul 14, 2026
Popp · compoundsemiconductor.net · Jul 13, 2026
Multiverse · finsmes.com · May 18, 2026
StudyStream · prodpod.app · Apr 16, 2026
FutureFit AI · impactalpha.com · Apr 14, 2026
Kinfolk · finsmes.com · Mar 9, 2026
Songscription · musically.com · Nov 14, 2025
Eduflow · beauhurst.com · Apr 24, 2025
Principals & officers · per Companies House
what is this? ⓘDirector · British · since 2007
Director · British · since 2007
Space And Time Holdings Limited — 75–100% of shares, 75–100% of voting rights, right to appoint and remove directors
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Emerge invest at?
- Emerge invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Emerge's typical check size?
- Emerge typically writes checks of $500K – $2.5M.
- What sectors does Emerge focus on?
- Emerge focuses on AI & Machine Learning, EdTech, Enterprise Software, Future of Work, HR Tech, SaaS.
- Where is Emerge located?
- Emerge is headquartered in London, GB.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamEmerge's Jan Lynn-Matern on launching an oversubscribed Fund II at 73M USD
The European VC · Jan Lynn-Matern
EETN Insights - Nic Newman, Partner at Emerge Education
European EdTech Network · Nic Newman
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Co-investors · 5
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Entrepreneur First (EF) is a talent investor that helps individuals build and launch startups, providing support such as US visa guidance, office space, fundraising preparation, and investor introductions culminating in a San Francisco Demo Day.
FinTech Collective is a venture capital firm partnering with founders building companies that reshape financial markets and reimagine money in a digital world.
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