SAPI secures £7.5m in equity funding from existing shareholders to scale across Europe.
The investment round was put together entirely by existing backers, including Passion Capital.
SAPI provides a payment-linked financing platform that enables marketplaces and payment providers to embed automated lending directly into transaction flows. Operating from London and Hanoi, the business focuses on extending credit access to underserved small enterprises.
London based fintech start-up SAPI has closed a £7.5m equity fundraising round to scale its presence in Europe, onboard new strategic partners, and improve its product offerings. The financing was put together entirely by existing shareholders who reinvested for the third time at an increased valuation.
The round features backing from prominent investors and founders, including Passion Capital, Tom Blomfield, Martin Kissinger, Luca Martinetti, Raffaele Terrone, Lopo Champalimaud, Oscar Pierre, Niccolò Maisto, Michele Attisani, and Will Neale.
From the founder
"Our mission is to drive the growth of small businesses. We help payment companies build stronger ties with their client base and establish win-win relationships."
Mai Le
CEO at SAPI
Investor perspective
"I invested in SAPI because of their exceptional founding team. They have strong technical expertise and are genuinely innovating in the embedded finance sector, providing much-needed financing for business owners. I believe in their vision and am excited to be part of their journey."
Martin Kissinger
Founder of Lendable, Martin Kissinger
Use of funds
- 01Expand into international markets
- 02Continue product development
Investors
Passion Capital
Tom Blomfield
Martin Kissinger
Martin Kissinger
Luca Martinetti
Raffaele Terrone
Lopo Champalimaud
Oscar Pierre
Niccolò Maisto
Michele Attisani
Will Neale