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Harlem Capital Backs Espa and AccessGrid; Malomo Exits
Harlem Capital backed repeat founders at Espa (AI) and AccessGrid (mobile wallet keys), while portfolio company Malomo was acquired by Redo.
Harlem Capital doubled down on repeat, proven founders — backing Espa (AI) and AccessGrid (mobile wallet keys) — while portfolio company Malomo was acquired by Redo.
Key facts
- Investor: Harlem Capital
- Espa: AI company from repeat founder Deon Nicholas (previously Forethought)
- AccessGrid: Apple/Google Wallet mobile keys, from Quicknode founder Austen Bunsen
- Also backed: Lava, Ponte, Faura (2025-2026)
- Exit: Malomo acquired by Redo (early 2026)
Why this matters
The deals reflect Harlem Capital’s Fund III focus on repeat founders and AI-native infrastructure, while the Malomo exit adds to its 10 tracked acquisitions.
Sources
- Harlem Capital next-chapter / repeat-founder wins: https://harlem.capital/introducing-harlem-capitals-next-chapter-all-winners-welcome/
- Harlem Capital portfolio & Malomo exit (PitchBook): https://pitchbook.com/profiles/investor/226523-89
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