Berlin Venture Partners

As business angels investing in young, innovative companies and support and encourage for years its successful development. Their portfolio companies benefit from their extensive network of contacts and their know-how in the construction, development and sale of companies. Operationally, they support the founders in particular in the field of online marketing (search engine marketing, search engine optimization, affiliate marketing, conversion optimization, etc.).

Hillmann, Ron

Partner

Arend Iven

Founder and Managing Director

17 past transactions

antibodies-online.com

Venture Round in 2016
Antibodies-online.com is an e-commerce platform specializing in life sciences research, offering a comprehensive range of over 1.2 million antibodies, ELISA kits, and related research reagents from more than 160 suppliers. As the largest independent distributor for proteomics research globally, it serves over 2,000 companies and research institutions across 53 countries, including pharmaceutical firms, biotech companies, and leading universities. The platform features a diverse array of products, such as monoclonal antibodies, antibody pairs, active proteins, and flow cytometry kits, supporting the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical research sectors in identifying and characterizing cell populations within samples. Antibodies-online operates from three global offices located in Atlanta, USA; Aachen, Germany; and Shanghai, China.

Aroundhome

Private Equity Round in 2016
Aroundhome is an online broker that specializes in household products and services, assisting customers with significant home-related purchases. The company connects users with individual contractors and service providers, allowing homeowners to seek and compare offers for various home repair needs. By ranking pricing options and aggregating user reviews, Aroundhome enables property owners to make informed decisions when selecting services, streamlining the process of finding reliable solutions for their home improvement projects.

Asgoodasnew

Series C in 2015
Asgoodasnew electronics GmbH is a leading provider of refurbished consumer electronics in Europe. The company operates an online retail platform that offers a wide range of gadgets, including cellphones, music players, portable navigation systems, computers, smart accessories, and gaming devices. Through its trade-in services, such as WIRKAUFENS in Germany and Austria, LOCOMPRAMOS in Spain, and KUPIMYTO in Poland, Asgoodasnew allows customers to easily and securely convert their used electronics into cash. By selling refurbished products both directly to consumers and businesses, Asgoodasnew aims to provide affordable alternatives to new devices while maintaining the quality and reliability that consumers expect.

Vimecon

Venture Round in 2014
Vimecon GmbH, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, specializes in the development and production of laser catheters specifically designed for the treatment of heart diseases, with a primary focus on atrial fibrillation. The company also manufactures a range of products for the medical technology and biotechnology sectors, including microscopically small catheters and micro materials handling techniques that facilitate precise measurement and dosage. Additionally, Vimecon provides advisory services to various clients in both academic and industrial research and development. Its innovations aim to enhance healthcare outcomes and support advancements in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and cardiac arrhythmias.

Scarosso

Series A in 2013
Scarosso S.r.l. is an Italian luxury footwear brand based in Milan, specializing in handcrafted shoes and accessories for men and women. The company manufactures its products in Montegranaro, Marche, a region known for its rich shoemaking tradition. Scarosso's offerings include a diverse range of meticulously designed footwear that combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics, providing a modern interpretation of timeless styles. Customers have the opportunity to personalize their shoes by selecting the model, leather, color, and sole type, ensuring a tailored experience. As an online marketplace, Scarosso aims to deliver high-quality luxury products that cater to various occasions while embodying Italian craftsmanship and innovation.

mysportgroup GmbH

Series B in 2012
mysportgroup GmbH offers sports and outdoor products online.

Barzahlen

Seed Round in 2012
Barzahlen is a bank-independent cash infrastructure that allows cash withdrawals and deposits at checkout via barcode. The company offers digital payment options with cash and revolutionizes traditional banking. They offer their customers the possibility of cash deposits and expanding their withdrawal network.

DS Digitale Seiten

Series A in 2010
DS Digitale Seiten GmbH, established in 2010 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in publishing web directories that connect consumers, builders, and private individuals with craftsmen and service providers. The company operates notable portals such as dachdecker.com and maler.org, which serve as valuable resources for finding information and establishing contacts within various trades. In addition to its directory services, DS Digitale Seiten offers subscription-based lead generation and reputation management for small and medium-sized businesses in Germany. The company also provides marketing and sales cooperation services, social media campaigns, and workshops focused on online marketing topics, thereby enhancing customer acquisition and revenue growth for its clients. DS Digitale Seiten operates as a subsidiary of Marktplatz Mittelstand GmbH & Co. KG.

Mister Spex

Series B in 2010
Mister Spex GmbH is an online eyewear retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a wide range of eyewear products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Established in 2007, the company offers over 5,000 different styles from over 60 brands, featuring both sports labels like Adidas and Carrera, and luxury brands such as Burberry and Gucci. In addition to its online presence, Mister Spex operates retail stores primarily in Germany. The company also provides additional services, including eye examinations and adaptations for contact lenses. While it serves customers across multiple countries in Europe, the majority of its revenue is generated from the German market.
Fyber, part of Digital Turbine’s independent Mobile Growth Platform, develops innovative ad monetization solutions trusted by top mobile game and app publishers. Fyber’s product suite - FairBid mediation, Fyber Marketplace, and Offer Wall Edge, were built with performance, scale and transparency in mind. Our products offer publishers a trusted, unconflicted alternative that drives superior results by creating an optimal connection between mobile audiences, top global brands and mobile-first advertisers across over 40Bn daily ad opportunities.

simfy

Venture Round in 2010
simfy GmbH operates as an online music platform. The company allows to share and store music online, as well as to listen instantly to specific tracks or albums via true on demand streaming. simfy GmbH was founded in 2006 and is based in Cologne, Germany.

Hitmeister

Seed Round in 2007
Hitmeister is a prominent online marketplace in Germany, specializing in both new and used consumer products across various categories, including electronics, books, fashion, and home goods. The platform enables small and medium-sized sellers, as well as brand manufacturers, to integrate their shops and reach consumers through extensive online marketing. Notably, Hitmeister does not impose listing fees, instead opting for final-value fees, which differentiates it from other marketplaces. The company has experienced significant growth over the years, boasting over 2 million registered buyers and approximately 6,000 registered sellers offering more than 20 million stock-keeping units (SKUs) from a wide range of categories. Hitmeister's strengths include exceptional customer service, legal protections for sellers, and multiple payment options, contributing to its rapid expansion and a compound annual growth rate exceeding 45%.

Karo Internet

Angel Round in 2007
Xchar is a social community for all computer gamers focused on online games like the award winning MMORPG World of Warcraft (WoW). The main idea of Xchar is to bridge the gap between the players' anonymity within the games and the real life people behind the game characters. For this connection to be established, players can display their favorite games and MMO Characters as well as any private data in their profiles. The gamers can interact via all standard community tools: Blogs, groups, discussion boards, private messages, shout box and live chat.

Iven & Hillmann

Seed Round in 2005
Iven & Hillmann GmbH & Co. KG provides online marketing services. Its services include search engine marketing, search engine optimization, and affiliate marketing services; Web analytics services; and social media monitoring, social media optimization, social media consulting, and reputation management services.
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