Creator Fund
Europe HQ
Pre-seed
Last updated 21 Sep 2026
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01 · Thesis & focus
London pre-seed fund founded in 2019 by Jamie Macfarlane that backs PhD and scientific founders inside universities, often before a pitch deck exists; closed a $56M European fund anchored by KfW Capital and EIFO, writing £100k-700k first cheques via student scouts in 30 universities. Distinct from the listed Creator Ventures; the leading UK 'first cheque into PhD founders' fund.
Cheque range
£100k – £700k
Stages
Pre-seed
Avg deals / year
–
Leads rounds
Yes
HQ
London
Fund type
Venture fund
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