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Introducing the Leap Fund — backing globally-minded founders creating digital finance solutions for underserved and emerging markets through micro-investments.
Features
Early Access
Streamlined Management
Gain priority access to early-stage opportunities with seamless, end-to-end portfolio management.
Most curated & vetted deals
Gain exclusive access to meticulously selected investment opportunities at very early stages for maximum growth potential.
Secondary Market
Utilize our expansive network to explore secondary sale options for your portfolio companies, ensuring liquidity and portfolio rebalancing.
Co-invest with industry leaders
Collaborate with renowned VCs and Angel investors, leveraging their expertise and reputation for successful investment outcomes.
Fully On-chain
Embrace the future of investment with our on-chain platform, offering seamless investing and retaining custody of your assets.
OTC Network
Dive into over-the-counter opportunities and engage in trading activities with fellow investors within our network, ensuring liquidity for your SAFTs
Compliance and diligence assured
Highest standards of compliance and due diligence practices, safeguarding your investments with best-in-class protocols.
Notable Angels
Collective Support
Shared Growth
Our community of web 3.0 leaders-turned-angels who are shaping a decentralized future.
Beyond the check
We’re not your typical VC. Capital is everywhere — but real support isn’t. At LEAP Fund, we bring targeted expertise, strategic distribution, and a team that partners with founders from day one.
Integrated Ecosystem Ecosystem
LEAP Fund investments are backed by deep technical networks and access to stablecoin-focused infrastructure — giving founders a launchpad to build, test, and scale within a trusted ecosystem.
Australia-First with Global Reach
Our primary focus is on Australian startups, especially those in NSW, Victoria, and Queensland. We also back global founders building for underserved markets with demonstrated traction, especially across Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America.
Hands-On, End-to-End Support
From idea to scale, we offer real product support, technical guidance, and fundraising help — acting as a true extension of your team, not just a capital source.
Real-World Stablecoin Innovation
Unlike speculative crypto funds, LEAP backs founders using stablecoins and blockchain to solve real problems — from digital identity to infrastructure and financial tools that unlock access where it’s needed most.
Portfolio
Founders
Andrew Feldman
Co-Founder & CEO of Cerebras Systems
Aparna Dhinakaran
Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer of Arize AI
Jonathan Siddharth
Co-Founder & CEO of Turing
Lynn Jurich
Co-Founder & Former CEO of Sunrun
Reed Hastings
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of Netflix
Stuart Sopp
CEO & Founder of Current
Anatoly Yakovenko
Founder & CEO of Solana
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FAQs
What stage is BMGD investing in?
BMGD invests at the seed stage with a focus on micro-checks to support early traction and bold founders.
What industries is the LEAP Fund currently investing in?
The LEAP Fund invests in stablecoin-enabled infrastructure, digital identity, and breakthrough consumer experiences — all with the goal of expanding financial access through emerging technologies and trends
What geographic focus does the LEAP Fund currently have?
The LEAP Fund primarily invests in Australia, with a focus on startups operating in or serving key regions such as New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.
While our core focus is domestic, we also consider global opportunities — particularly where products show strong market fit in Africa. As LEAP Fund expands, we aim to support projects in other emerging markets, including Latin America and Southeast Asia.
When should I be reaching out to BMGD Capital?
We’re excited to connect with founders building at any stage — from early concepts to scalable solutions — in the stablecoin ecosystem. If you’re working on stablecoin-enabled infrastructure, identity, or novel consumer applications, and see BMGD Capital as a strategic partner in distribution or validation, let’s talk.
Do BMGD or LEAP Fund participate in Australian government initiatives?
While not directly affiliated, both funds actively support and advise startups that benefit from government-backed programs across NSW and Australia.
What is the LEAP Fund’s average check size?
The LEAP Fund typically invests between $10,000 and $25,000 in early seed-stage startups, and between $100,000 and $500,000 in later-stage opportunities.
Does the LEAP Fund lead rounds?
The LEAP Fund is flexible in its approach. We’re open to being the first check in at the early stages and typically co-invest alongside strong partners in later-stage rounds. We value collaboration with co-investors who can help founders succeed.
Does the LEAP Fund have strict ownership requirements?
We aim for 5–10% ownership in early-stage investments and 2–6% in later stages, but we’re flexible and prioritize alignment with founders and long-term partnership.
How does the LEAP Fund support portfolio companies post-investment?
We offer hands-on support across product, tech, and fundraising. Our team helps launch and grow your product, provides direct access to blockchain experts for rapid development, and connects you with a strong investor network—backed by real fundraising guidance and pitch support.
Who are the LEAP Fund’s investors?
Our investors include strategic business owners we’ve supported from the seed stage, seasoned angel investors with deep expertise in Web3 and emerging markets, and technically capable firms that add hands-on value to our portfolio through infrastructure and advisory support.
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