It starts with a simple, powerful feeling: the joy of helping a small business grow. That feeling is the heartbeat of Vlend.

Our committee leaders witnessed this firsthand. While traveling in 2019, they met incredible entrepreneurs—a baker in Mexico using family recipes, a tech innovator in Nairobi solving local logistics problems, a craftswoman in Vietnam preserving ancient techniques. They had passion, vision, and an unwavering work ethic. What they didn’t have was fair access to the capital needed to take that crucial next step.

Traditional banks saw them as too small or too risky. The global financial system was leaving a world of talent behind. Our committee leaders asked a revolutionary question: What if we could build a bridge? A bridge that connects ambitious, talented business owners directly with a global community of investors who believe in them.

That question became our mission. Vlend was founded in 2021 to democratize investing and empower global entrepreneurship.

We are more than just a platform; we are a curated community. We meticulously vet rising international businesses with high growth potential, ensuring you can invest with confidence. Then, we connect them directly with you.