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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.
Team · 8 people
from the firm's website & curatedCo-founder of Improbable who has spent the past decade tackling technical challenges and exploring the societal impacts of AI, Web3, and the metaverse.
Co-founder with deep technical expertise in scalable simulations and virtual experiences, now focused on new venture creation.
Leads Improbable's go-to-market efforts and works with portfolio companies to help founders define product narratives and growth models.
Leads Improbable's legal team since 2017 and has nearly 20 years of experience advising technology, digital entertainment, and financial services clients.
Oversees operations, finance, and strategy, building systems and processes to ensure the venture builder's operational excellence.
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 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 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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latest coverage across their companiesFan3 · eu-startups.com · Oct 1, 2025
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 teamImprobable '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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