Berlin Venture Partners

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 is an online platform that acts as a broker for household products and services and supports homeowners in planning and executing major renovation projects. It offers tailored guidance, detailed project information, and access to vetted specialists, enabling homeowners to complete renovations that enhance the long-term value and sustainability of their properties.

Asgoodasnew electronics GmbH is a leading provider of refurbished consumer electronics in Europe. The company operates an online retail platform that specializes in selling a variety of electronic gadgets, including cell phones, music players, navigation systems, computers, and smart accessories. Asgoodasnew is also known for its trade-in services, allowing customers in Germany, Austria, Spain, and Poland to easily convert their used electronic devices into cash through its WIRKAUFENS brand and similar services. By offering high-quality refurbished products at lower prices, the company enables consumers to enjoy the experience of purchasing nearly new devices while promoting sustainability in the electronics market.

Vimecon GmbH, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, specializes in the development and production of laser catheters aimed at treating heart diseases, particularly 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. In addition to its product offerings, Vimecon provides advisory services to various clients in both academic and industrial research and development. Through its innovative solutions, the company aims to enhance healthcare outcomes in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and cardiac arrhythmias.

Delivery Hero is a global online food delivery platform that operates a network of online ordering sites connecting customers with restaurant partners. It operates in over 70 countries across five continents and serves the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa. The platform enables customers to browse menus, place orders, and have meals delivered or picked up, while revenue primarily comes from commissions on each order, varying by country, restaurant type, and service. As a tech-enabled marketplace, it coordinates ordering and delivery through its partner network, offering a wide range of local food options.

Scarosso S.r.l. is an Italian luxury footwear brand based in Milan, specializing in meticulously handcrafted shoes and accessories for both men and women. The company manufactures its products in Montegranaro, Marche, a region renowned for its shoemaking heritage. Scarosso's product range features a contemporary interpretation of timeless classics, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design elements. Through its online marketplace, Scarosso allows customers to customize their footwear by selecting the model, leather, color, and sole type, offering a personalized experience that reflects the brand's commitment to quality and innovation in high-end fashion.

mysportgroup GmbH offers sports and outdoor products online.

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 is a Berlin-based provider of online directories and lead-generation services for small and medium-sized businesses in Germany. It operates portals such as dachdecker.com and maler.org that help consumers, builders, and private individuals find information and contact craftspeople and service providers, while also offering marketing and sales cooperation services to listed businesses, social media campaigns for SMBs, and online marketing workshops. The company’s platform supports online findability through branch listings, multimedia presentations, customer reviews, and lead-generation tools, enabling firms to acquire new customers and increase revenues.

Founded in 2007, Mister Spex is a leading online retailer of eyewear in Europe, offering over 5000 products including prescription glasses, sunglasses, sports eyewear, and contact lenses from renowned brands. It also operates retail stores in Germany.

Fyber is a global technology company that specializes in developing advanced monetization platforms for mobile publishers. By leveraging proprietary technologies and expertise in mediation, real-time bidding (RTB), video, and audience segmentation, Fyber offers comprehensive solutions designed to enhance the mobile app economy. The company aims to create an environment where users can access quality content affordably while enjoying a relevant and engaging experience. Fyber's mission focuses on empowering mobile publishers to maximize the value of their properties through efficient and seamless ad monetization strategies across all connected devices.

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.

Madvertise is a mobile ad tech pioneer that has been active since 2008, offering innovative mobile advertising solutions and products. Serving as a premium publisher, Madvertise focuses on creative mobile conception with special formats like rich media and pre-rolls for mobile devices. With an in-house creative department, they specialize in branding solutions and offer performance-based solutions and programmatic deals to complete their services.

Hitmeister is a prominent online marketplace in Germany that facilitates the sale of both new and used consumer products across a wide array of categories, including DVDs, audiobooks, video games, music CDs, books, bags, shoes, and cosmetics. The platform allows small and medium-sized sellers, as well as brand manufacturers, to integrate their shops and sell directly to consumers through various online marketing strategies. Notably, Hitmeister operates without charging listing fees, instead relying on final-value fees for transactions. The company has seen substantial growth, with over 2 million registered buyers and approximately 6,000 registered sellers offering more than 20 million SKUs across 5,000 categories as of early 2015. Hitmeister's strengths lie in its exceptional customer service, legal protection for sellers, and diverse payment options, contributing to its rapid expansion and a compound annual growth rate exceeding 45%.

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.

Brands4friends is a German online retailer that operates a unique shopping platform. It specializes in selling high-quality, branded fashion and lifestyle products, including clothing, sports goods, accessories, beauty products, and electronics. The company's business model revolves around temporary, consecutive sales auctions, offering end users the opportunity to purchase these products at discounted prices.

Iven & Hillmann GmbH & Co. KG specializes in online marketing and consulting services. The company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including search engine marketing, search engine optimization, and affiliate marketing. Additionally, it provides web analytics services to help clients understand their online performance. Iven & Hillmann also focuses on social media, offering monitoring, optimization, consulting, and reputation management services. Through these offerings, the company aims to enhance its clients' online visibility and engagement.