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December 2, 2020

The startup that launched 2,000 businesses: Jeff raises $21m for US launch

The Valencian franchise startup has helped launch more than 2,000 businesses in 40 countries


Tim Smith

3 min read

There are two types of entrepreneurs in this world, according to Jeff cofounder and chief executive Eloi Gómez: those with an idea, and those without one. 

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A Jeff beauty salon and neighbouring massage studio.
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Eloi Gómez, Jeff cofounder and chief executive.
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Customers can book any of Jeff’s services through its app.
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Tim Smith

Tim Smith was news editor at Sifted. He covered deeptech and AI, and produced Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow him on X and LinkedIn

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