Bauer Venture Partners

Bauer Venture Partners, established in 2014 and based in Hamburg, Germany, was the venture capital arm of Heinrich Bauer Verlag KG, a subsidiary of Bauer Media Group. The firm focused on strategic investments in digital media and publishing companies, primarily in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the Nordics. It had a stage-agnostic approach, investing in startups, early-stage, and growth-stage companies within the technology, digital, e-commerce, consumer apps, and fintech sectors. Bauer Venture Partners preferred asset-light e-commerce models, marketplaces, aggregators, and consumer platforms, with a typical investment horizon of four to seven years.

Lise Rechsteiner Ph.D

Investment Manager

29 past transactions

Clear Channel Europe

Acquisition in 2025
Clear Channel Europe is a division of Clear Channel Outdoor, a prominent global out-of-home media company. It specializes in providing out-of-home advertising and infrastructure services across Europe. The company offers a variety of outdoor advertising solutions and manages comprehensive out-of-home campaigns. Key platforms such as the Clear Channel Launch Pad and Clear Channel Radar enhance its advertising capabilities, enabling effective audience engagement and campaign management. Through its innovative approaches, Clear Channel Europe plays a significant role in the evolving landscape of outdoor media.

SharpStream

Acquisition in 2024
SharpStream is a leading provider of streaming audio software, offering a simple and flexible platform for live and on-demand content. It caters to a wide range of clients, from major broadcasters to niche stations, helping them distribute, monetize, and report their audio content globally. The company's expertise and understanding of the streaming landscape enable it to support high-profile events like the Premier League and Wimbledon, as well as smaller, community-based stations. SharpStream facilitates billions of listening hours annually, connecting content producers with audiences worldwide.

iRadio Ireland

Acquisition in 2023
iRadio Ireland is a radio station operator based in Roscommon, Ireland. The company provides a variety of broadcasting services, including stories, shows, podcasts, and radio interviews. In addition to its programming, iRadio Ireland offers advertising and social content, catering to a diverse audience. Through its comprehensive range of services, the station aims to engage listeners and create a dynamic audio experience.

Communicorp Media

Acquisition in 2021
Communicorp Media is Irelands premier media company & the home of some of Irelands leading commercial media brands.

First Radio Sales

Acquisition in 2020
First Radio Sales Limited is a London-based company that specializes in advertising solutions across multiple platforms. Established in 1993 and formerly known as Radio Sales Limited, the company offers a variety of services including airtime sponsorship, promotions, branded content, and events, as well as digital advertising. It serves both national and regional clients, providing tailored solutions to meet diverse marketing needs. First Radio Sales Limited operates as a subsidiary of Bauer Radio Ltd.

Camilyo

Acquisition in 2019
Camilyo is a software company that provides a fully-integrated marketing and customer engagement platform tailored for small businesses. The platform is specifically designed for marketing service providers, enabling them to meet the diverse digital needs of their local business clients through a singular, cohesive system. Camilyo's offerings include a multi-platform website builder, e-commerce capabilities, social network marketing, customer relationship management (CRM), and tools for email and text campaigns, as well as online service booking. This comprehensive suite allows marketing service providers to deliver complete service packages that address the entire marketing and sales funnel, from customer acquisition to retention. With a presence in Israel and the United States, Camilyo has been operational since 2010, serving hundreds of thousands of local businesses across various regions, including North and Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Soul Zen

Acquisition in 2019
Soul Zen operates as an online marketplace focused on modern spiritual lifestyles. It offers a diverse range of unique products and content related to yoga, meditation, beauty, jewelry, and smoking, all designed to harmonize with everyday living. By emphasizing the connection between body, mind, and soul, Soul Zen enables customers to curate their own personalized well-being programs. The platform serves as both a shop and a guide, catering to individuals seeking to integrate spirituality into their daily routines.

Lifesum

Series C in 2019
Lifesum is a Swedish digital health startup founded in 2013 and headquartered in Stockholm. The company focuses on enhancing individual health and well-being through a fitness application that encourages proper food choices and sustainable eating habits. Its subscription-based app allows users to plan their diets, track meals and calorie intake, and receive dietary tips and feedback. By leveraging applied psychology and technology, Lifesum aims to empower users to develop healthier habits and ultimately lead happier lives. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and was noted by Wired UK as one of Stockholm's most promising startups.

UKRD Group

Acquisition in 2019
UKRD Group is a multimedia company based in the United Kingdom, primarily focused on the operation of ten local commercial radio stations. In addition to its radio services, UKRD manages several Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) services and, in partnership with other investors, operates three local DAB multiplexes. The company also has a stake in a national radio advertising sales house, allowing it to participate in advertising across a wider market. UKRD Group has a substantial audience, reaching approximately 722,000 listeners who collectively tune in for over 5.6 million hours each week.

Lincs FM Group

Acquisition in 2019
Lincs FM Group is a commercial radio station company based in Lincoln, United Kingdom. It operates eight radio stations that serve a diverse audience across Yorkshire and the Midlands, reaching towns such as Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, Wakefield, Hull, Rutland, Lincoln, Skegness, and Grimsby. The company provides its listeners with a mix of music, news, and information about local events, while also offering advertising opportunities for businesses looking to connect with the community.

Celador Radio Broadcasting

Acquisition in 2019
Celador Radio is a division of the Celador Entertainment Group, operating 26 local and regional radio stations throughout the South of England. The organization focuses on fostering individual creativity among its stations, advertisers, and talent, which it views as essential for providing high-quality entertainment to local communities in the UK. By promoting unique voices and diverse programming, Celador Radio aims to engage listeners and enhance the local broadcasting landscape.

Mad Men Media

Corporate Round in 2018
Mad Men Media (MMM), a Malmö based regional radio provider which is expanding into Gothenburg and Stockholm.

Netbrokers Holding

Acquisition in 2016
Netbrokers Holding is technology experts creating projects that provide value to users.

Contorion

Series B in 2016
Contorion GmbH is an online retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in industrial and trade supplies. Established in 2014 by Dr. Frederick Roehder, Richard Schwenke, and Tobias Tschötsch, the company provides a comprehensive selection of products, including screws, electrical and hand tools, work clothing, and various workshop equipment. Targeting medium-sized businesses and private customers, Contorion aims to streamline the purchasing process with a user-friendly interface, efficient customer service, and prompt delivery. Since June 2017, it has operated as a subsidiary of Hoffmann GmbH Qualitätswerkzeuge, further enhancing its capabilities in the market.

foxydeal

Acquisition in 2016
foxydeal is the all-round solution to smart online shopping The foxydeal extension, combined with the foxydeal websites and mobile app, offer everything you need to save money shopping online: price comparison, coupons, discounts and deals for more than 5,000 online stores. The fully automated price comparison extension identifies products via complex algorithms and compares product prices in realtime with our own database. This guarantees exact product matching and valuable price alternatives which result in high click-through rates and a huge and steadily growing user base. foxydeal is avalaible for all major browsers and mobile OS. The aim of foxydeal is to deliver user-specific results with a price comparison that is automated, free and easy-to-use. foxydeal’s big customer base, in combination with our own product database and tracking technologies, deliver deep insights into consumer behaviour. Monitoring variable touchpoints in the customer journey, cross-domain and even cross-device, allows a real-time analysis which enables foxydeal to optimize data delivery and to display customized results that enhance the shopping experience. foxydeal is the key product of the German-based software company R&E Media GmbH and is already available in 13 countries.

Lifesum

Series B in 2016
Lifesum is a Swedish digital health startup founded in 2013 and headquartered in Stockholm. The company focuses on enhancing individual health and well-being through a fitness application that encourages proper food choices and sustainable eating habits. Its subscription-based app allows users to plan their diets, track meals and calorie intake, and receive dietary tips and feedback. By leveraging applied psychology and technology, Lifesum aims to empower users to develop healthier habits and ultimately lead happier lives. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and was noted by Wired UK as one of Stockholm's most promising startups.

Zmarta

Acquisition in 2016
Zmarta Group specializes in personal finance services, primarily focusing on personal loan brokerage in Northern Europe, particularly Sweden and Norway. The company processes and distributes applications for unsecured loans, catering to various purposes such as loan refinancing, vehicle purchases, holiday financing, and home refurbishments. By partnering with banks and insurance companies, Zmarta offers a cost-effective marketing channel that delivers value to both consumers and partners. Operating multiple brands across different markets allows Zmarta to address diverse consumer needs while maintaining a commitment to providing a consumer-friendly experience both online and offline. The company emphasizes operational excellence and leverages innovative financial technology to enhance its services.

Orion Media

Acquisition in 2016
Orion Media Limited is a commercial radio group based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, specializing in the operation of several radio stations. Established in 2009, the company owns five FM and three AM stations across the East and West Midlands, including well-known brands such as BRMB in Birmingham, Mercia FM in Coventry, and Beacon FM in Wolverhampton. Orion Media broadcasts live programming 24 hours a day from its head office in Birmingham and additional broadcast centers in Nottingham, the Black Country, and Worcester. In addition to its radio operations, the company has a production division, Orion Productions, which offers audio, video, and online solutions for various client brands. Orion Media has been a subsidiary of Bauer Consumer Media Ltd since 2016.

CareerFoundry

Series A in 2016
CareerFoundry, established in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, is an online career accelerator specializing in vocational tech skills. The company offers courses in Web Development, UX/UI Design, iOS Development, and Data Analytics, empowering individuals to gain employable skills and transition into tech careers.

Kyto

Seed Round in 2015
Kyto is a Software-as-a-Service company based in Berlin that assists small and medium enterprises in enhancing their international online B2B presence. Founded in May 2013 by Dr. Martin Mittermeier and Paul Wulff, Kyto offers a proprietary platform that synchronizes company and product data with a global network of business directories, marketplaces, and search engines. This integration enables clients to generate leads and increase sales efficiently. The company’s software provides features such as lead identification, geographical visibility enhancement, and website performance optimization, all aimed at improving customer reach. Supported by notable investors and a robust network of international publishing partners, including Europages and IndustryStock, Kyto has established itself as a valuable resource for enterprises seeking to expand their online footprint.

Rankomat.pl

Acquisition in 2015
Rankomat.pl is a leading Polish online insurance aggregator founded in 2008 and based in Warsaw. The company specializes in providing a platform that allows users to compare prices and coverage across various insurance sectors, including automotive, home, travel, and life insurance. By aggregating offers from multiple insurers, Rankomat.pl enables customers to make informed decisions and select the most suitable insurance policies for their needs. The company has established itself as a market leader, excelling in traffic, scope of aggregation, and revenue. With a team possessing expertise in both insurance and online services, Rankomat.pl continues to enhance its offerings and maintain its competitive edge in the insurance market.

navabi

Series D in 2015
navabi is a leading destination for premium plus-size fashion in Europe, aiming to become a global leader in this niche market. The company offers a vast selection of brands tailored specifically for plus-sized women and has developed its own in-house labels. Through its website, navabi.co.uk, customers gain access to the latest trends from cutting-edge European plus-size designers, complemented by worldwide express delivery. The platform features weekly fashion editorials, regularly updated product listings, and unique video presentations that provide style recommendations for each collection, enhancing the shopping experience for style-savvy plus-sized consumers.

Contorion

Seed Round in 2014
Contorion GmbH is an online retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in industrial and trade supplies. Established in 2014 by Dr. Frederick Roehder, Richard Schwenke, and Tobias Tschötsch, the company provides a comprehensive selection of products, including screws, electrical and hand tools, work clothing, and various workshop equipment. Targeting medium-sized businesses and private customers, Contorion aims to streamline the purchasing process with a user-friendly interface, efficient customer service, and prompt delivery. Since June 2017, it has operated as a subsidiary of Hoffmann GmbH Qualitätswerkzeuge, further enhancing its capabilities in the market.

Lifesum

Series A in 2014
Lifesum is a Swedish digital health startup founded in 2013 and headquartered in Stockholm. The company focuses on enhancing individual health and well-being through a fitness application that encourages proper food choices and sustainable eating habits. Its subscription-based app allows users to plan their diets, track meals and calorie intake, and receive dietary tips and feedback. By leveraging applied psychology and technology, Lifesum aims to empower users to develop healthier habits and ultimately lead happier lives. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and was noted by Wired UK as one of Stockholm's most promising startups.

Kyto

Venture Round in 2013
Kyto is a Software-as-a-Service company based in Berlin that assists small and medium enterprises in enhancing their international online B2B presence. Founded in May 2013 by Dr. Martin Mittermeier and Paul Wulff, Kyto offers a proprietary platform that synchronizes company and product data with a global network of business directories, marketplaces, and search engines. This integration enables clients to generate leads and increase sales efficiently. The company’s software provides features such as lead identification, geographical visibility enhancement, and website performance optimization, all aimed at improving customer reach. Supported by notable investors and a robust network of international publishing partners, including Europages and IndustryStock, Kyto has established itself as a valuable resource for enterprises seeking to expand their online footprint.

Absolute Radio

Acquisition in 2013
Absolute Radio is a UK-based radio station known for playing classic album tracks alongside contemporary music. As the country's first national commercial pop music station, it remains the only national commercial pop station in the UK today. Originally established as Virgin Radio, it was sold in 2008 to the publisher of the Times of India for £53.2 million. The station broadcasts a variety of content, including songs, live music, sports programming, and interactive shows such as breakfast and competition segments, catering to a diverse audience.

StorkUp.com

Seed Round in 2012
StorkUp.com is an online marketplace dedicated to offering a wide selection of baby and kids' products from independent sellers and boutiques. The platform features an array of items, including handmade blankets, organic toiletries, bespoke wall art, and unique ride-on toys, allowing shoppers to discover high-quality products in one convenient location. StorkUp emphasizes a seamless shopping experience with its clean design and simple checkout process, enabling customers to browse and purchase from multiple boutiques as easily as they would on larger retail sites. Targeted at parents, grandparents, and other caregivers, StorkUp aims to provide an aspirational shopping experience that stands out in the market. Additionally, it offers independent retailers access to a global audience and enhances their credibility through association with a premium platform, ultimately supporting their business growth.

Grupa Interia.pl Sp. z o.o

Acquisition in 2008
Grupa Interia.pl Sp. z o.o. sp. k. operates as an internet portal that offers polish and international headlines.
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