Asgoodasnew
Venture Round in 2020
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.
Ryte is a software developer specializing in website optimization solutions aimed at digital marketers, agencies, and freelancers. The company's platform consolidates essential data and tools, allowing users to analyze and enhance their websites effectively. Ryte focuses on key optimization areas, including search engine optimization (SEO), quality assurance, performance, sustainability, accessibility, and compliance. Its features include content performance metrics, comprehensive SEO monitoring, website health assessments through visual representations and scores, and identification of underperforming organic content. By providing these insights, Ryte enables businesses to improve their online presence and drive traffic to their websites.
nebenan.de
Series A in 2018
Nebenan.de is a social networking platform designed to foster relationships among neighbors, boasting over 800,000 users across more than 6,000 neighborhoods. The platform aims to create a secure environment where individuals can connect, engage, and contribute to their communities. By promoting voluntary participation and encouraging interaction, nebenan.de addresses issues of loneliness and social division, helping to revive social contacts within local areas. Its focus on building meaningful connections enhances the neighborhood experience and strengthens the sense of community among residents.
Tausendkind
Venture Round in 2018
Tausendkind GmbH operates an online store based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in children's clothing and accessories. Founded in 2010, the company offers a wide range of products, including shirts, pullovers, pants, dresses, swimwear, shoes, and toys, catering to the needs of babies and young children. In addition to fashion, Tausendkind provides essential domestic items such as bathing products, sleeping bags, and nursing pillows. The store features a curated selection of gifts for various occasions, including baptisms and holidays, ensuring that customers can find suitable items for children at different price points. Tausendkind also emphasizes customer support, offering advice on children's fashion and practical accessories that assist families in their daily lives. The company operates as a subsidiary of Droege Group AG.
AX Semantics
Seed Round in 2018
AX Semantics, founded in 2001 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in developing a cloud-based platform that leverages artificial intelligence for natural language generation (NLG). The company's flagship product, axite, serves as a content operations platform designed specifically for copywriting teams in e-commerce and retail. It enables content managers to measure the effectiveness of their product content strategies while offering tools for quality assurance, automation, and API workflows. AX Semantics assists businesses in generating automated content, such as product descriptions and social media posts, tailored to various markets and languages. This approach helps clients enhance their online visibility, improve conversion rates, and boost customer satisfaction across multiple sectors, including e-commerce, finance, and media publishing.
Ryte is a software developer specializing in website optimization solutions aimed at digital marketers, agencies, and freelancers. The company's platform consolidates essential data and tools, allowing users to analyze and enhance their websites effectively. Ryte focuses on key optimization areas, including search engine optimization (SEO), quality assurance, performance, sustainability, accessibility, and compliance. Its features include content performance metrics, comprehensive SEO monitoring, website health assessments through visual representations and scores, and identification of underperforming organic content. By providing these insights, Ryte enables businesses to improve their online presence and drive traffic to their websites.
AX Semantics
Seed Round in 2017
AX Semantics, founded in 2001 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in developing a cloud-based platform that leverages artificial intelligence for natural language generation (NLG). The company's flagship product, axite, serves as a content operations platform designed specifically for copywriting teams in e-commerce and retail. It enables content managers to measure the effectiveness of their product content strategies while offering tools for quality assurance, automation, and API workflows. AX Semantics assists businesses in generating automated content, such as product descriptions and social media posts, tailored to various markets and languages. This approach helps clients enhance their online visibility, improve conversion rates, and boost customer satisfaction across multiple sectors, including e-commerce, finance, and media publishing.
Fliit operates a food logistics platform aimed at simplifying the delivery of fresh and sensitive products. By connecting food companies with a network of specialized carriers, Fliit enhances the efficiency and transparency of food logistics. The platform features digital order management and live tracking capabilities, allowing food merchants to easily find suppliers and manage their deliveries. This system not only streamlines the logistics process for food companies but also empowers carriers by enabling them to collaborate within a network, enhancing their competitive edge against larger industry players. Fliit's innovative approach combines logistics expertise with technology, ultimately aiming to make food logistics worry-free and more profitable for all stakeholders involved.
Tausendkind
Venture Round in 2015
Tausendkind GmbH operates an online store based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in children's clothing and accessories. Founded in 2010, the company offers a wide range of products, including shirts, pullovers, pants, dresses, swimwear, shoes, and toys, catering to the needs of babies and young children. In addition to fashion, Tausendkind provides essential domestic items such as bathing products, sleeping bags, and nursing pillows. The store features a curated selection of gifts for various occasions, including baptisms and holidays, ensuring that customers can find suitable items for children at different price points. Tausendkind also emphasizes customer support, offering advice on children's fashion and practical accessories that assist families in their daily lives. The company operates as a subsidiary of Droege Group AG.
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.
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.
Lingoda
Seed Round in 2014
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.
Pflege.de
Series A in 2014
Pflege.de is a provider of comprehensive living and care solutions aimed at the elderly and individuals with special needs. The company offers a range of services including outpatient care, assisted living, senior flat shares, and inpatient care. In addition to these living options, Pflege.de specializes in providing valuable information and organizational support for caregivers. Their offerings encompass counseling, bathroom remodeling, lift systems, maintenance, and legal and financial advice. By focusing on the diverse needs of elderly patients, Pflege.de aims to ensure quality care and support for those facing physical, mental, and spiritual challenges.
PressMatrix
Series A in 2013
PressMatrix GmbH, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in digital publishing services tailored for magazines, customer documents, articles, books, journals, and catalogs. The company provides a comprehensive publishing solution that includes subscription models, a Workbench application, and mobile app development. It aims to assist publishers, agencies, and enterprises in effectively delivering their content across various platforms, particularly on tablets and mobile devices. PressMatrix's notable clientele includes Georg Thieme Verlag, Carry-On Publishing GmbH, and New Business Verlag GmbH & Co. KG. Originally established as bblabs UG, the company rebranded to PressMatrix GmbH in January 2011, reinforcing its commitment to advancing digital publishing technologies.
Vertical Media
Venture Round in 2012
Vertical Media is a Berlin-based digital marketing agency that specializes in web design, social media, and marketing solutions. The agency focuses on helping businesses enhance their online presence and streamline their operations using modern web marketing strategies. Additionally, Vertical Media publishes online magazines aimed at digital entrepreneurs and companies, providing valuable insights and resources for the digital economy.
DS Digitale Seiten
Series B in 2012
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.
Asgoodasnew
Series B in 2012
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.
Tausendkind
Venture Round in 2012
Tausendkind GmbH operates an online store based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in children's clothing and accessories. Founded in 2010, the company offers a wide range of products, including shirts, pullovers, pants, dresses, swimwear, shoes, and toys, catering to the needs of babies and young children. In addition to fashion, Tausendkind provides essential domestic items such as bathing products, sleeping bags, and nursing pillows. The store features a curated selection of gifts for various occasions, including baptisms and holidays, ensuring that customers can find suitable items for children at different price points. Tausendkind also emphasizes customer support, offering advice on children's fashion and practical accessories that assist families in their daily lives. The company operates as a subsidiary of Droege Group AG.
Pflege.de
Venture Round in 2011
Pflege.de is a provider of comprehensive living and care solutions aimed at the elderly and individuals with special needs. The company offers a range of services including outpatient care, assisted living, senior flat shares, and inpatient care. In addition to these living options, Pflege.de specializes in providing valuable information and organizational support for caregivers. Their offerings encompass counseling, bathroom remodeling, lift systems, maintenance, and legal and financial advice. By focusing on the diverse needs of elderly patients, Pflege.de aims to ensure quality care and support for those facing physical, mental, and spiritual challenges.
Plinga
Venture Round in 2009
Plinga GmbH, founded in 2009 and based in Berlin, Germany, is an international publisher of social web and mobile games, including various genres such as farm, MMO, casual, mid-core, and hard-core games. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services to game developers and website owners, including graphic design, information technology, community management, localization, and monetization consulting. Plinga operates a global distribution network, enabling both independent and studio developers to publish games across multiple platforms and channels, including social networking sites. This approach allows developers to expand their reach into new markets while minimizing risks and costs associated with game distribution. As of 2017, Plinga operates as a subsidiary of OrangeGames BV.
Spark Networks
Seed Round in 2009
Spark Networks is a global online dating company that focuses on creating communities for individuals seeking serious relationships. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company operates several premium and freemium dating platforms, including JDate, ChristianMingle, EliteSingles, and Zoosk, catering primarily to professionals and educated singles. Its services are designed to help users connect with like-minded individuals through features such as personal profiles, messaging, and compatibility assessments. Spark Networks serves a diverse user base, with operations in North America, Germany, and other international markets, primarily generating revenue from the United States. The company emphasizes fostering long-term relationships among singles who share similar interests and values.
Classmarkets
Series A in 2009
Classmarkets is a Berlin-based company that operates Germany's largest property meta search engine, immobilo.de, which ranks as the fifth largest national property site according to Internet World Business. Founded in 2008, Classmarkets has expanded its reach with additional vertical searches in international markets, such as citadimmo.fr in France, and other categories like jobanzeigen.de for job listings. The company provides marketing services and sales consulting for property-related classifieds, catering to large media houses and leading online classifieds portals. With a team of over 30 employees, Classmarkets has been recognized for its innovation, being selected as one of Europe's 100 most innovative technology companies by Red Herring in 2011. The company has received funding from notable investors, including the European Founders Fund and Holtzbrinck Ventures.