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Blume Equity Recruits Raxita Kapashi As Chief Financial Officer and Francesco Orlando As Analyst

PRIVATESep 24, 2024•over 1 year ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Blume Equity

Raxita Kapashi
LondonVenture CapitalAngel Investment

Description

Blume Equity has finalized its Fund I recruitment drive by appointing Raxita Kapashi as the chief financial officer and Francesco Orlando as an analyst. The firm is also raising its debut fund with a target size of €200 million and has secured investment from various organizations.

Company Information

Company

Blume Equity

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

About

Blume Equity is a growth climate-tech investor that specializes in investing in businesses addressing climate and environmental challenges across Europe. The company is 100% female owned and led, with a focus on supporting the transition to a green economy. Led by Clare Murray, Michelle Capiod, and Eleanor Blagbrough, Blume Equity is committed to partnering with growth stage companies for their scale-up journeys. Blume Equity has offices in London and Amsterdam.

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