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Chalfen Ventures

Chalfen Ventures

London, Englandchalfenventures.com

Overview

Chalfen Ventures is an early stage venture capital firm that backs software startups aiming to grow & dominate new and often unusual markets. Investing from day 1 through series A, Chalfen Ventures often leads rounds, but is always flexible. Mike operates as a solo VC, with no distractions from working closely with the entrepreneurs who have chosen him.

Year Founded

2018

Portfolio Companies

33

Investments

Chalfen Ventures investments
CompanyDateStageLead
IridiusMar 2026SeedLead
SurrealDBFeb 2026Series A ExtensionCo-investor
Ivy InteractiveFeb 2026Series ACo-investor
BiographicaJan 2026SeedCo-investor
DeblockNov 2025Series ACo-investor

Key People

Mike Chalfen

Partner

Ben Johnson

Chief Of Staff

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersLondon, England
Year Founded2018

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