The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM)
Private equityNew York · Growth–Late Stage · 17 people tracked
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Investment thesis
GEM operates a diversified set of alternative investment vehicles targeting emerging markets globally. Its strategies span the private investing spectrum, offering exposure across asset classes with varying degrees of operational control, risk-adjusted return and liquidity. Core activities include small-to-mid cap management buyouts, Private Investments in Public Equities (PIPEs), and select venture investments. The group aims to give itself and its investor partners a broadly diversified portfolio positioned to capture opportunities across global emerging markets.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 17 people
from the firm's website & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 5 of 22 portfolio companiesCleantech ×3Advanced Manufacturing ×2Energy ×2New Materials ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Biotech ×1Construction Tech ×1Healthtech ×1
HQs:United States×2Belgium×1Nigeria×1Netherlands×1
Investments · 22 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathSurf Air Mobility operates regional air travel across the U.S. through scheduled flights, on-demand private charter booking, and electric aviation technology.
CleantechMobility & TransportationTravel & HospitalityHawthorne, US
Sudhin Shahani(Director)inOliver Reeves(Executive Officer)Tyler Painter(Director)Deanna White(Executive Officer)inJames Bailey(Director)Bruce Gonzalez(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsAnthem Venture Management, LlcBaroda VenturesBase Venture Management, Inc.Ff Venture CapitalMucker CapitalNew Enterprise Associates (NEA)+7 more
Accsys develops and manufactures sustainably treated wood products (Accoya and Tricoya) for manufacturers, architects, and building developers seeking environmentally responsible construction materials.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechConstruction TechNew MaterialsArnhem, NL
e2Companies provides Virtual Utility, combining on-site power generation and battery storage hardware (the R3Di system) with AI-powered software and Grove365 monitoring to deliver reliable, cost-effective power.
AI & Machine LearningCleantechEnergyBonita Springs, US
Jeanne Richmond(Co-Owner and Chairperson)inJames Richmond(Co-Owner, CEO, and President)in
Japaul operates gold and base metal mining operations across Nigeria and other African countries, targeting 100 million ounces of production and reserves over the next 10-15 years.
Advanced ManufacturingEnergyLogistics & Supply ChainNew MaterialsNigeria, NG
Sequana Medical develops the alfapump system and DSR therapy for treating fluid overload in patients with conditions such as liver disease and heart failure.
BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesGhent, BE
Co-investorsKreos CapitalNewton BiocapitalBlackRockEQT Life SciencesRosetta Capital Ltd.VI Partners+2 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Accelera Wireless, LLCAnsen Electronics CompanyChallenger LimitedChanging World Technologies, IncChristal's and Peekay Inc.Elite SAEnergyxGAMGreen Tech InternationalInterGroup Mining LimitedL'OfficielNeos Ocular, IncPawn Plus Inc.SABUYThe Catholic HeraldVCST Industrial ProductsWillard Marine
Exits · 1
1 IPOsSurf AirNYSE: SRFM
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) made?
- The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) has 22 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited.
- What stage does The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) invest at?
- The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) invests at the Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) focus on?
- The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) focuses on Crypto & Web3, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) located?
- The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) is headquartered in New York, US.
- Who does The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) co-invest with?
- The Global Emerging Markets Group (GEM) most often shares deals with Anthem Venture Management, Llc, Ff Venture Capital, Kreos Capital, among 15 tracked co-investors.
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