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Gravity Global
Michael Kent's Gravity Global invests post-Azimo proceeds into European fintech and applied AI. Concentrated, operator-led family office based in London.
Gravity Global
Gravity Global functions as the private investment vehicle for Michael Kent, established following the 2022 sale of Azimo to Papaya Global. Kent founded Azimo in 2012 to reduce the cost of international money transfers, building a platform that eventually moved over $1 billion annually for customers in more than 200 territories before its exit. The office is based in London, reflecting both Kent's base and the city's concentration of European fintech deal flow. The firm invests across early-stage technology, with a core focus on fintech, enterprise software, digital health, and applied AI. Gravity Global typically participates in seed through Series B rounds, preferring roles as a lead or co-lead investor. Known portfolio positions include Sprinque, a B2B payments platform, and Numan, a digital health company focused on men's health. The geographic footprint concentrates on the UK and broader Europe, with selective exposure to US-domiciled companies where Kent's transatlantic network provides an edge. Post-exit, Kent has also taken an active role in the European tech ecosystem through non-executive directorships and angel activity that predates Gravity's formal structure. In May 2023, Gravity Global participated in Sprinque's €6 million seed extension (per Sifted, May 2023). The office does not manage external capital and has not signaled plans to evolve into a multi-family or institutional fund structure. Unlike many newly formed post-exit family offices that outsource allocations to external managers, Gravity Global operates on a concentrated, hands-on deployment model. Kent's direct P&L experience in regulated payments infrastructure gives the office a sourcing advantage in fintech—founders get a check and an operator who has navigated FCA licensing, multi-currency treasury, and cross-border compliance at scale.
General information
Firm type
Single Family Office
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
City
London
Corporate office
London, United Kingdom
Principals
Michael Kent
Founder
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Gravity Global?
Michael Kent makes the final investment decisions. Kent was the founder and CEO of Azimo, a cross-border payments platform he scaled to over 200 territories before selling to Papaya Global in 2022. He brings direct operational experience in regulated fintech infrastructure to the firm's underwriting process.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
The capital originates from the sale of Azimo. Founded by Kent in 2012, Azimo built a digital remittance network that moved over $1 billion annually for customers globally. The company was acquired by workforce payments platform Papaya Global in early 2022.
Is Gravity Global structured as a single family office or does it operate more like a venture firm?
Gravity Global is a single family office managing only Michael Kent's personal capital. It does not raise external funds or operate under a management-fee model. However, its concentrated deal-led approach—often leading rounds and writing early-stage cheques—resembles an operator-run venture practice more than a diversified family office asset allocator.
What investment stages does Gravity Global typically target?
The firm focuses on early-stage rounds from seed through Series B. Gravity Global tends to lead or co-lead rounds rather than participating passively as a small-check syndicate member.
How does Gravity Global source proprietary deal flow?
Much of the office's deal flow arrives through Michael Kent's fintech network. His operational track record at Azimo—navigating FCA regulation, multi-currency treasury, and cross-border compliance—gives the firm credibility with founders in regulated payments infrastructure. Gravity Global also benefits from Kent's angel investing relationships that predate the formal office structure.
Which sectors does Gravity Global explicitly avoid?
Public records and portfolio holdings do not indicate an explicit sector exclusion list. The visible portfolio prioritizes fintech, enterprise software, and digital health, suggesting a positive screen toward regulated technology businesses rather than a negative screen.
Does Gravity Global participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Gravity Global's observable investment activity consists entirely of direct equity in operating companies. There is no public record of the office allocating to third-party venture funds, real asset vehicles, or hedge funds.
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