Hoxton Ventures is expanding its support for early-stage European startups aiming to grow in North America by opening a new Silicon Valley office and hiring senior leaders to provide more hands-on guidance.

This strategic move includes appointing new leadership roles and establishing a Silicon Valley presence to better assist European startups in scaling into global category leaders.

The firm’s expansion and team growth are part of its broader effort to support its growing portfolio and facilitate European companies' global expansion.

Isabel Fox has joined Hoxton Ventures as Head of Investor Relations, bringing her experience as an entrepreneur and investor to strengthen stakeholder relationships and adapt to the evolving venture ecosystem.

Her role involves leading fundraising efforts and enhancing connections with investors worldwide, leveraging her diverse background as an investor, entrepreneur, and LP.

Hoxton Ventures has raised over $360 million across three funds, focusing on pre-seed and seed investments typically ranging from $500,000 to $5 million per deal.

The firm appointed Payton Dobbs as a San Francisco-based partner to support portfolio companies with U.S. fundraising, talent recruitment, and strategic relationships, utilizing her experience at Google and Nest Labs.

Payton Dobbs's relocation from London to San Francisco aims to strengthen Hoxton’s Silicon Valley operations and assist startups with U.S. expansion and strategic growth.

These initiatives highlight Hoxton’s commitment to being a deeply engaged, global partner for founders, emphasizing active support through local presence, investment expertise, and strong LP relationships.

According to Managing Partner Hussein Kanji, these moves demonstrate Hoxton’s dedication to supporting startups during challenging times by enhancing its global reach and operational support.

Rishabh Kaul has been appointed as Venture Partner in London, bringing his expertise in HR tech, AI, and startup scaling to advise on expanding sales and product capabilities across Europe and beyond.

Kaul’s background includes experience at Appsmith, Belong.co, and GreyOrange, focusing on identifying emerging tech opportunities and advising on go-to-market strategies across regions.