GD1 (Global From Day One)
Aucklandgd1.vc
Overview
Global From Day 1 is a venture capital firm that invests with high conviction in technology companies originating from New Zealand with global ambitions.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Aerospace | Jun 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Atomic Tessellator | Apr 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Caruso | Apr 2026 | Series A | Lead |
| Causo | Apr 2026 | Series A | Lead |
| Interstate Venture Capital | Mar 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
Key People
John Kells
Co-Managing Partner
Nawaz Ahmed
General Partner
Heather Gadonniex
CMO Operating Partner (Strategy, Revenue Growth)
Gary Wong
CFO Operating Partner
Aaron Small
Principal
Tammy Pan
Investment Manager
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
