Access
Modern financial tools should reach more people and businesses.
Our mission
Building infrastructure for commerce, ownership, and opportunity.
First Round is a technology and economic empowerment company connecting people, businesses, entrepreneurs, athletes, and communities to modern financial infrastructure and digital commerce.
Why we exist
Economic activity should create opportunity close to home.
Communities and independent businesses generate enormous economic activity, yet they can lack access to the infrastructure, networks, and ownership opportunities that help them fully participate.
We’re working to connect financial technology and digital commerce to real-world businesses and communities. Our early focus is Detroit, with a long-term ambition to connect more cities and markets.
Our principles
Ownership
People should have more ways to participate in the value they create.
Connectivity
Systems work better when commerce, finance, and people can connect.
Innovation
Use technology to solve real problems, not chase trends.
Economic empowerment
Create practical opportunities for people, businesses, and communities.
A connected economic network starts with participation.
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