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Improbable

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Cambridge · 8 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Improbable operates as a venture builder, backing and building the next generation of frontier-technology ventures across AI, Web3, and the metaverse. Drawing on over a decade of technical expertise in large-scale virtual worlds, multiplayer networking, and simulation, the firm combines capital, operational know-how, and hands-on venture-building support to create and scale companies from the ground up. It also spins out specialised internal teams into independent companies. Improbable aims to transform industries, unlock new economies, and define the future of immersive digital experiences, backing ventures designed to redefine how people connect, play, and interact.

Source: firm website, verified Oct 26, 2026.

HQ
Cambridge, GB
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2012
Tracked investments
1

Team · 8 people

from the firm's website & curated
Herman Narula· Founder

Co-founder of Improbable who has spent the past decade tackling technical challenges and exploring the societal impacts of AI, Web3, and the metaverse.

Rob Whitehead· Co-founder

Co-founder with deep technical expertise in scalable simulations and virtual experiences, now focused on new venture creation.

Irina Scarlat· Chief Marketing Officer

Leads Improbable's go-to-market efforts and works with portfolio companies to help founders define product narratives and growth models.

Mark Shepherd· Chief Legal Officerin

Leads Improbable's legal team since 2017 and has nearly 20 years of experience advising technology, digital entertainment, and financial services clients.

Robin Šmíd· Chief Operating Officer

Oversees operations, finance, and strategy, building systems and processes to ensure the venture builder's operational excellence.

Drew Reid· Chief Legal Officerin

Vice President who joined Accolade in 2024 after serving as a senior VP at RockCreek and an associate at Credit Suisse. Holds a B.A. from Harvard University.

Michel Briejer· Head of PR and GA, Chinain

Michel Briejer is Managing Partner at Thuja Capital. He is a venture capital investor focused on early-stage companies developing medical products, including therapeutics, medical devices, digital health, and medical foods.

Roger Sun· Head of PR and GA, Chinain

Roger Sun is Head of Public Relations and Government Affairs, China, at Improbable. He has more than 20 years of experience in public relations and government affairs, including external communications, government engagement, crisis management, corporate social responsibility, media relations, community management, and internal communications. He is a graduate of Tsinghua University.

Founder mafia

16 people who came through Improbable went on to found or lead other companies.

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What they invest in

from 1 of 1 portfolio companies

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Investments · 1 tracked

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Frequently asked questions

What sectors does Improbable focus on?
Improbable focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Crypto & Web3, Deep Tech, Gaming.
Where is Improbable located?
Improbable is headquartered in Cambridge, GB.

Media · Podcasts & interviews

featuring the team

Improbable 'Reluctantly' Entered Infrastructure Space With ...

Herman Narula · decrypt.co

Into the Metaverse | Herman Narula (Improbable) with Mike Butcher (Pathfounders)

Slush · Herman Narula

How Rob Whitehead co-founded Improbable

Blockchain Gaming World · Rob Whitehead

193 | Why Improbable launched the Somnia blockchain w/ Herman Narula

Blockchain Gaming World · Herman Narula

Sai Srinivas (MPL) & Herman Narula (Improbable) on Winning by Creating Your Own Market | Slush 2024

Slush · Herman Narula

Fixing The Metaverse Problem | Improbable CEO Herman Narula Interview

Paul Barron Network · Herman Narula

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