Accel

Accel, established in 1983, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in investing in early and growth-stage technology startups, focusing on sectors such as software, cloud technologies, consumer services, enterprise, healthcare, fintech, and security. Accel's portfolio includes notable companies like Atlassian, Facebook, Slack, and Spotify, reflecting its ability to identify and support entrepreneurs building businesses that drive next-generation industries.

Casey Aylward

Partner

Mahendran Balachandran

Partner, India

Luca Bocchio

Partner

Andrei Brasoveanu

Partner

Katie Brown

Investor

Ethan Choi

Partner

Miles Clements

Partner

Adrian Colyer

Venture Partner

Kevin Comolli

Partner

Ben Dooley

CFO

Peter Doyle

Investor

Christine Esserman

Partner

Sameer Gandhi

Partner

Sara Ittelson

Partner

Myrel Iturrey

Investor

Dinesh Katiyar

Partner

Richard Kotite

Vice President

Gagan Kumar

General Partner

Daniel Levine

Partner

John Locke

Partner

Zhenya Loginov

Partner

Steve Loughlin

Partner

Arun Mathew

Partner

Jonathan Mendelson

Investor

Subrata Mitra

Partner

Gonzalo Mocorrea

Investor

Vasant Natarajan

Partner

Vas Natarajan

Partner

Harry Nelis

Partner

Nate Niparko

Partner

Rachit Parekh

Investor

Vijaysai Patnaik

Associate

Varun Purandare

Principal and Investor

Ben Quazzo

Investor, Venture and Growth

Rafael Quintanilla Loeillet

Early-Stage Investor

Tim Rawlinson

Investor - Growth

Matthew Robinson

Investor

Sagar Sanghvi

Partner

Tracy Sedlock

Chief Operating Partner

Karan Shah

Investor

Manasi Shah

Vice President and Investment Team Member

Sarthak Singh

Investor

Robert Sternberg

Investor

Barath Shankar Subramanian

Senior Analyst

Charles Tananbaum

Investor

Humza Tariq

Investor

Jonathan Turner

Partner

Cecilia Wang

Vice President and Investor

Matt Weigand

Partner

Richard Wong

Partner

Ivan Zhou

Partner

Past deals in Benelux

Insify

Series A in 2023
Insify is an insurance technology company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that specializes in providing digital insurance solutions tailored for freelancers and small businesses. Founded in 2020 by Koen Thijssen, the company utilizes artificial intelligence-driven data technology to streamline the insurance process, ensuring that clients can access coverage without the constraints typically associated with traditional insurance practices. By focusing on the unique needs of small enterprises, Insify aims to simplify the insurance experience, making it more efficient and accessible.

SeatGeek

Series E in 2022
SeatGeek, Inc. is a mobile ticketing marketplace and ticket search engine that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for sports, concerts, and theater events. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company also maintains offices in the United Kingdom, Israel, the Netherlands, Australia, and Italy. SeatGeek's platform aggregates ticket listings from various sources, presenting users with a comprehensive view of available options. It employs a unique feature called 'Deal Score,' which rates tickets on a scale from 0 to 100, helping consumers identify the best value for their purchases. Additionally, SeatGeek offers an event discovery tool that utilizes user preferences to suggest local events that align with individual tastes. By streamlining the ticketing process and providing detailed information about venues and pricing, SeatGeek aims to enhance the overall experience for fans.

Insify

Series A in 2022
Insify is an insurance technology company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that specializes in providing digital insurance solutions tailored for freelancers and small businesses. Founded in 2020 by Koen Thijssen, the company utilizes artificial intelligence-driven data technology to streamline the insurance process, ensuring that clients can access coverage without the constraints typically associated with traditional insurance practices. By focusing on the unique needs of small enterprises, Insify aims to simplify the insurance experience, making it more efficient and accessible.

Commercetools

Series C in 2021
Commercetools GmbH is a Munich-based company that provides a cloud-native platform for Commerce-as-a-Service, enabling retailers to create custom digital commerce experiences. Founded in 2006, the company offers a range of products, including cart and order management, marketing tools, internationalization, and integration services. Its platform is designed to be tech-agnostic and component-based, allowing businesses to adapt quickly to changing consumer behaviors and emerging market trends. Commercetools serves a diverse array of industries such as fashion, beauty, and food and beverage, supporting various sales channels including mobile devices, point of sale systems, and wearables. Recognized as a leader in enterprise commerce technology, commercetools is known for its scalability and flexibility, which empower brands to innovate and capitalize on new opportunities while minimizing operational risks. The company has a global presence, with offices in Berlin, Jena, Amsterdam, London, and Durham, North Carolina, and it serves notable clients like Audi, Danone, and Sephora.

Catawiki

Private Equity Round in 2020
Catawiki is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of unique and rare objects. Each week, the platform features over 75,000 items across various categories, including collectibles, art, design, jewelry, watches, and classic cars. The offerings are carefully reviewed and selected by a team of in-house experts, ensuring a curated experience for users. Headquartered in Amsterdam, Catawiki employs more than 750 people globally, facilitating a seamless auction process that allows buyers to discover and acquire special items from around the world.

Bird

Series C in 2020
MessageBird B.V. is a cloud communications platform that provides software solutions for customer communication, including voice services, SMS, email, and two-factor authentication. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company operates additional offices in major cities such as San Francisco, London, and Singapore. MessageBird aims to simplify customer communication by offering a comprehensive suite of APIs that enable enterprises to connect reliably with their global customers. With its own telecommunications carrier infrastructure, MessageBird serves over 15,000 businesses, ensuring fast and dependable communication through SMS, voice, and chat services. The company has garnered significant attention and investment, including a notable $60 million Series A funding round in 2017, underscoring its position as a leading player in the European software industry.

Miro

Series B in 2020
Miro is a visual collaboration platform founded in 2011, co-headquartered in San Francisco and Amsterdam. It is designed to facilitate creativity and innovation among diverse teams by providing an infinite canvas for engaging workshops, meetings, and brainstorming sessions. The platform enables professionals, including managers, designers, and marketers, to collaborate simultaneously and securely on a single digital whiteboard, allowing for the attachment of various files such as PDFs, videos, and shared documents. Miro serves over 50 million users globally, including 99% of the Fortune 100, and employs more than 1,500 staff across 12 hubs worldwide.

Freshworks

Series H in 2019
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.

Miro

Series A in 2018
Miro is a visual collaboration platform founded in 2011, co-headquartered in San Francisco and Amsterdam. It is designed to facilitate creativity and innovation among diverse teams by providing an infinite canvas for engaging workshops, meetings, and brainstorming sessions. The platform enables professionals, including managers, designers, and marketers, to collaborate simultaneously and securely on a single digital whiteboard, allowing for the attachment of various files such as PDFs, videos, and shared documents. Miro serves over 50 million users globally, including 99% of the Fortune 100, and employs more than 1,500 staff across 12 hubs worldwide.

Job Today

Series B in 2018
Job Today S.A., founded in 2014 and based in Luxembourg City, develops a mobile application designed to facilitate job searches for users, particularly in the hospitality and retail sectors. The app allows individuals to apply for jobs with a single tap, eliminating the need for traditional resumes or cover letters. Users can receive responses from potential employers within 24 hours and communicate directly through an integrated messaging feature. Currently operational in the UK and Spain, Job Today is expanding its services to additional countries, aiming to assist millions of service and blue-collar workers in securing employment quickly and efficiently. The platform is available 24/7, offering opportunities for hourly, part-time, and full-time positions.

Freshworks

Series G in 2018
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.

Bird

Series A in 2017
MessageBird B.V. is a cloud communications platform that provides software solutions for customer communication, including voice services, SMS, email, and two-factor authentication. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company operates additional offices in major cities such as San Francisco, London, and Singapore. MessageBird aims to simplify customer communication by offering a comprehensive suite of APIs that enable enterprises to connect reliably with their global customers. With its own telecommunications carrier infrastructure, MessageBird serves over 15,000 businesses, ensuring fast and dependable communication through SMS, voice, and chat services. The company has garnered significant attention and investment, including a notable $60 million Series A funding round in 2017, underscoring its position as a leading player in the European software industry.

SeatGeek

Series D in 2017
SeatGeek, Inc. is a mobile ticketing marketplace and ticket search engine that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for sports, concerts, and theater events. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company also maintains offices in the United Kingdom, Israel, the Netherlands, Australia, and Italy. SeatGeek's platform aggregates ticket listings from various sources, presenting users with a comprehensive view of available options. It employs a unique feature called 'Deal Score,' which rates tickets on a scale from 0 to 100, helping consumers identify the best value for their purchases. Additionally, SeatGeek offers an event discovery tool that utilizes user preferences to suggest local events that align with individual tastes. By streamlining the ticketing process and providing detailed information about venues and pricing, SeatGeek aims to enhance the overall experience for fans.

Miro

Seed Round in 2017
Miro is a visual collaboration platform founded in 2011, co-headquartered in San Francisco and Amsterdam. It is designed to facilitate creativity and innovation among diverse teams by providing an infinite canvas for engaging workshops, meetings, and brainstorming sessions. The platform enables professionals, including managers, designers, and marketers, to collaborate simultaneously and securely on a single digital whiteboard, allowing for the attachment of various files such as PDFs, videos, and shared documents. Miro serves over 50 million users globally, including 99% of the Fortune 100, and employs more than 1,500 staff across 12 hubs worldwide.

Job Today

Series B in 2016
Job Today S.A., founded in 2014 and based in Luxembourg City, develops a mobile application designed to facilitate job searches for users, particularly in the hospitality and retail sectors. The app allows individuals to apply for jobs with a single tap, eliminating the need for traditional resumes or cover letters. Users can receive responses from potential employers within 24 hours and communicate directly through an integrated messaging feature. Currently operational in the UK and Spain, Job Today is expanding its services to additional countries, aiming to assist millions of service and blue-collar workers in securing employment quickly and efficiently. The platform is available 24/7, offering opportunities for hourly, part-time, and full-time positions.

Freshworks

Series F in 2016
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.

Birchbox

Series C in 2016
Birchbox, Inc. is a retail company specializing in beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, it provides a diverse range of items, including skincare, makeup, hair care, fragrances, and personal grooming tools for both women and men. Birchbox operates through a subscription model, delivering personalized samples to customers each month while also offering a robust e-commerce platform for purchasing full-sized products. The company partners with various brands, from well-known favorites to emerging niche labels, utilizing a proprietary algorithm to tailor product selections based on individual customer profiles. Birchbox enhances the shopping experience by providing educational content, including tips and tutorials, alongside a loyalty program to encourage customer engagement. In addition to its physical locations in New York and Washington, D.C., Birchbox has expanded its operations internationally, reaching customers in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Belgium.

Job Today

Series A in 2016
Job Today S.A., founded in 2014 and based in Luxembourg City, develops a mobile application designed to facilitate job searches for users, particularly in the hospitality and retail sectors. The app allows individuals to apply for jobs with a single tap, eliminating the need for traditional resumes or cover letters. Users can receive responses from potential employers within 24 hours and communicate directly through an integrated messaging feature. Currently operational in the UK and Spain, Job Today is expanding its services to additional countries, aiming to assist millions of service and blue-collar workers in securing employment quickly and efficiently. The platform is available 24/7, offering opportunities for hourly, part-time, and full-time positions.

Catawiki

Series C in 2015
Catawiki is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of unique and rare objects. Each week, the platform features over 75,000 items across various categories, including collectibles, art, design, jewelry, watches, and classic cars. The offerings are carefully reviewed and selected by a team of in-house experts, ensuring a curated experience for users. Headquartered in Amsterdam, Catawiki employs more than 750 people globally, facilitating a seamless auction process that allows buyers to discover and acquire special items from around the world.

DJI

Funding Round in 2015
DJI is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative drone and camera technology for both commercial and recreational use. Based in Shenzhen, China's Silicon Valley, DJI benefits from direct access to suppliers, raw materials, and a talented workforce. Since its establishment in 2006, DJI has expanded globally with offices in multiple countries. As a privately owned company, DJI focuses on supporting creative, commercial, and nonprofit applications of their technology, aiming to redefine camera placement and motion through their flying and camera stabilization systems. Their vision is to empower users to capture images that were once considered out of reach, solidifying their position as a pioneer in the industry.

Freshworks

Series E in 2015
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.

SeatGeek

Series C in 2015
SeatGeek, Inc. is a mobile ticketing marketplace and ticket search engine that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for sports, concerts, and theater events. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company also maintains offices in the United Kingdom, Israel, the Netherlands, Australia, and Italy. SeatGeek's platform aggregates ticket listings from various sources, presenting users with a comprehensive view of available options. It employs a unique feature called 'Deal Score,' which rates tickets on a scale from 0 to 100, helping consumers identify the best value for their purchases. Additionally, SeatGeek offers an event discovery tool that utilizes user preferences to suggest local events that align with individual tastes. By streamlining the ticketing process and providing detailed information about venues and pricing, SeatGeek aims to enhance the overall experience for fans.

Catawiki

Series B in 2014
Catawiki is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of unique and rare objects. Each week, the platform features over 75,000 items across various categories, including collectibles, art, design, jewelry, watches, and classic cars. The offerings are carefully reviewed and selected by a team of in-house experts, ensuring a curated experience for users. Headquartered in Amsterdam, Catawiki employs more than 750 people globally, facilitating a seamless auction process that allows buyers to discover and acquire special items from around the world.

Freshworks

Series D in 2014
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.

Freshworks

Series C in 2013
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.

Calastone

Series B in 2013
Calastone Limited operates a global transaction network for the mutual funds industry, providing essential services such as order routing, settlement, reconciliation, and trade notifications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in London, the company maintains additional offices in Luxembourg, Sydney, Hong Kong, and Taipei. Calastone connects over 3,000 clients across 52 countries, facilitating the processing of approximately £200 billion in investment value each month. By automating and digitalizing the investment funds marketplace, Calastone aims to reduce operational risks and costs, ultimately making investing more accessible and beneficial for investors. Its comprehensive network allows fund managers, distributors, and transfer agents to collaborate seamlessly, enhancing efficiency within the financial sector.

Freshworks

Series B in 2012
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.

Freshworks

Series A in 2011
Freshworks Inc. develops innovative software solutions designed to enhance customer engagement for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides a suite of software-as-a-service products that cater to various business functions. Its offerings include Freshdesk for customer support, Freshsales CRM for sales management, Freshservice for IT service management, and Freshteam for recruitment and employee management. Additionally, Freshworks provides tools like Freshchat for customer interaction, Freshmarketer for marketing automation, and Freshcaller for cloud-based telephony. The company's solutions enable organizations to acquire, engage, and retain customers while offering a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Freshworks has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including India, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Its commitment to delivering user-friendly software ensures a quick return on investment for its clients.
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