Acton Capital

Acton Capital is a prominent later-stage venture capital firm with offices in Munich and Vancouver, established in 1999. The firm specializes in growth-stage investments, primarily targeting startups in sectors such as fintech, software as a service (SaaS), consumer health, mobility and logistics, education, and the future of work. Over its two decades of operation, Acton Capital has invested more than 700 million EUR in over 199 companies through five generations of funds. The firm maintains a global investment approach, with a significant emphasis on opportunities within Europe and North America, leveraging its extensive experience in tech-enabled business models to support companies on their path to market leadership.

Sophie Ahrens-Gruber

Principal

Dominik Alvermann

Principal

Dr. Hannes Blum

Partner

Christina Catania

Investor Relations Professional

Bettina Engert

Director of Communications

Joseph Hefele

Associate

Laura Josipovich

Associate

Paul-Bernhard Kallen

Managing Partner

Paul-Bernhard Kallen Ph.D

Founding Partner

Julius Luehr

Partner

Elisabeth Löwenbourg-Brzezinski

Principal

Julius Lühr

Associate

Julius Lühr

Principal

Fritz Oidtmann

Managing Partner

Marcus Polke

Investment Director

Marcus Polke

Investment Director

Jan-Gisbert Schultze

Managing Partner

Frank Seehaus

Managing Partner

Frank Seehaus

Managing Partner

Jörg Wernet

Director Finance

Sebastian Wossagk

Managing Partner

115 past transactions

Seatti

Seed Round in 2022
Seatti - Your Home Office away from Home. Seatti offers remote workers an affordable and flexible alternative to noisy cafés and long-term coworking space contracts. Seatti helps to find unique and flexible workspaces wherever you are and whenever you need it. Private rooms as well as coworking spaces and other kinds of alternative workspaces can be booked on a half-daily, daily, weekly or monthly basis.

Laserhub

Series B in 2022
Laserhub GmbH is a prominent provider of sheet metal parts, specializing in the production and distribution of various metal components. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, the company offers a wide range of services, including laser cutting, bending, and folding of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Additionally, Laserhub provides deburring, thread cutting, powder coating, and laser engraving services. It operates as a leading procurement platform for industrial metal parts in Germany, Austria, and France, facilitating efficient sourcing for businesses in these regions.

ArtNight GmbH

Venture Round in 2022
ArtNight GmbH organizes art workshops in local bars, cafes, and restaurants. The company distributes tickets online through its portal. It helps artists earn a living with their talent, as well as an opportunity for users to meet new people. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Zenjob

Series D in 2022
Zenjob GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates an online recruitment platform that connects temporary workers with part-time job opportunities across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, and office environments. The company has developed a user-friendly mobile application to facilitate job searching and recruitment services. Zenjob collaborates with numerous partners in the catering and hotel industries, as well as retail chains. Job seekers are required to submit online applications and may need to demonstrate proficiency in German, depending on the position. After completing two weeks of work, employees receive 50% of their gross earnings, with net salaries calculated and paid monthly. Zenjob emphasizes feedback from both workers and client companies to continuously improve its services and maintain quality standards.
SoSafe Cyber Security Awareness (SoSafe GmbH) is a provider of digital training solutions specializing in IT security and awareness building. The strongly expanding team ranges from IT security experts to learning psychologists. SoSafe's awareness platform sensitizes, trains and tests employees of 250+ customers in dealing with all kinds of cyber threats, creating a sustainable security culture. The training is interactive, motivating and 100% data protection compliant and its content can easily be customized, e.g. to incorporate internal security policies or points of contact. With comprehensible KPIs and detailed reporting dashboards, the success of cyber security training finally becomes measurable and visible. Further information is available at www.sosafe-awareness.com

MedKitDoc

Seed Round in 2021
MedKitDoc offers patients talks to doctors via video conference by medical professionals who can examine patients by using certified medical devices.

Mambu

Series E in 2021
Mambu GmbH is a Berlin-based software-as-a-service provider that specializes in banking solutions for managing credit and deposit products. Established in 2011, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables financial institutions of all sizes, including fintech startups and traditional banks, to design, launch, and scale their banking portfolios. Mambu's services include loan product development, credit risk assessment, and document management, which enhance operational efficiency and data quality. Its platform supports over 7,000 products and serves more than eight million end customers across 46 countries. Additionally, Mambu facilitates features such as account opening, portfolio management, and task automation, thereby streamlining workflows for its clients. With offices in key global locations, Mambu is positioned to support a diverse range of financial institutions, from retail banks to microfinance organizations.

Hublo

Series A in 2021
Hublo (www.hublo.com) is making data-driven marketing simpler. It's a super simple tool, allowing marketers to set-up analytics, monitor precisely what's happening on their website and launch remarketing campaigns without relying on their IT teams.

Expertlead

Series B in 2021
Expertlead is a global community of highly qualified tech freelancers, dedicated to enhancing the self-employment journey for its members. Potential members are rigorously evaluated through coding tests and technical interviews to ensure high standards within the exclusive network. Expertlead assists freelancers at various stages of their careers, offering support in project acquisition, relevant services, further training, peer-to-peer learning, and administrative tasks. For companies, Expertlead provides a platform that facilitates the technical assessment of technology specialists, granting access to a curated talent pool for project-based collaborations. By leveraging technology, Expertlead effectively matches client needs with quality-tested freelancers, enabling efficient recruitment for complex digital implementation projects.

Knix Wear

Series B in 2021
Knix Wear Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 2013 that specializes in designing and manufacturing women's underwear and bras. The product range includes bikinis, boyshorts, thongs, high-rise underwear, and sports bras, all tailored to meet the specific needs of women. Knix's innovative designs incorporate features such as leak-proof, absorbent, and anti-odor technology, addressing the practical and comfort requirements of everyday wear. The company primarily operates through online sales, emphasizing a commitment to empowering women and embracing the realities of their lives. Based in Toronto, Knix Wear continues to grow its presence in the women's apparel market.

Yoto

Series A in 2021
The screen-free audio platform. Play music, stories and more with our audio player that children control with physical cards. Welcome to Audiotime®

Metalshub

Series A in 2021
Metalshub is an independent company based in Düsseldorf, Germany, established in 2016. It operates a digital marketplace dedicated to metals and ferroalloys, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and liquidity of the physical market. The platform serves as a SaaS-based procurement tool that streamlines the buying and selling processes in the metals and mining sector. It facilitates communication, negotiation, and transaction management between buyers and sellers, offering features such as secure document sharing, real-time market data, and logistics management. This comprehensive approach enables metal producers and consumers to improve efficiency, transparency, and risk mitigation in their procurement activities. With an international team that brings extensive experience in physical metals trading and logistics, Metalshub aspires to be the leading platform for the global metals and ferroalloys community.

MPB

Series D in 2021
MPB Europe Ltd, operating as mpb.com, is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of used photo and video equipment. Founded in 2008 and based in Brighton, UK, the company offers a wide variety of products, including digital SLR cameras, lenses, video cameras, and various accessories. MPB ensures a trusted experience for its users by physically checking, testing, and validating all items before resale, thereby meeting the expectations of buyers and providing instant payment to sellers. The platform facilitates over 100,000 transactions annually and supports a growing community of photographers and videographers. With a strong presence in the UK, Germany, and the US, MPB leverages custom technology to streamline peer-to-peer transactions, allowing for price control and a seamless trading experience. The company has received recognition for its rapid growth and innovation in marketplace technology, and it employs a global team across its offices in the UK and the US.

Mambu

Series D in 2021
Mambu GmbH is a Berlin-based software-as-a-service provider that specializes in banking solutions for managing credit and deposit products. Established in 2011, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables financial institutions of all sizes, including fintech startups and traditional banks, to design, launch, and scale their banking portfolios. Mambu's services include loan product development, credit risk assessment, and document management, which enhance operational efficiency and data quality. Its platform supports over 7,000 products and serves more than eight million end customers across 46 countries. Additionally, Mambu facilitates features such as account opening, portfolio management, and task automation, thereby streamlining workflows for its clients. With offices in key global locations, Mambu is positioned to support a diverse range of financial institutions, from retail banks to microfinance organizations.
SoSafe Cyber Security Awareness (SoSafe GmbH) is a provider of digital training solutions specializing in IT security and awareness building. The strongly expanding team ranges from IT security experts to learning psychologists. SoSafe's awareness platform sensitizes, trains and tests employees of 250+ customers in dealing with all kinds of cyber threats, creating a sustainable security culture. The training is interactive, motivating and 100% data protection compliant and its content can easily be customized, e.g. to incorporate internal security policies or points of contact. With comprehensible KPIs and detailed reporting dashboards, the success of cyber security training finally becomes measurable and visible. Further information is available at www.sosafe-awareness.com

Laserhub

Series A in 2020
Laserhub GmbH is a prominent provider of sheet metal parts, specializing in the production and distribution of various metal components. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, the company offers a wide range of services, including laser cutting, bending, and folding of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Additionally, Laserhub provides deburring, thread cutting, powder coating, and laser engraving services. It operates as a leading procurement platform for industrial metal parts in Germany, Austria, and France, facilitating efficient sourcing for businesses in these regions.

The Female Company

Venture Round in 2020
The Female Company GmbH, founded in 2018 by Ann-Sophie Claus and Sinja Stadelmaier, operates from Berlin, Germany, and focuses on empowering women through innovative approaches to female health. The company specializes in manufacturing and selling organic and sustainably-packaged tampons, which are available through a subscription model that conveniently fits through standard letterboxes. With a strong commitment to education and awareness around female health issues, The Female Company utilizes its online platform to disseminate information and provoke discussions through bold marketing campaigns, such as "One Girl One Cup" and the award-winning "Tampon Book." These initiatives have notably contributed to significant changes in policy, including the reduction of sales tax on menstrual products in Germany, effective January 2020.

Zenjob

Series C in 2020
Zenjob GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates an online recruitment platform that connects temporary workers with part-time job opportunities across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, and office environments. The company has developed a user-friendly mobile application to facilitate job searching and recruitment services. Zenjob collaborates with numerous partners in the catering and hotel industries, as well as retail chains. Job seekers are required to submit online applications and may need to demonstrate proficiency in German, depending on the position. After completing two weeks of work, employees receive 50% of their gross earnings, with net salaries calculated and paid monthly. Zenjob emphasizes feedback from both workers and client companies to continuously improve its services and maintain quality standards.

Convelio

Series A in 2020
Convelio is a global logistics startup specialized in fine art shipping.

Elder

Series B in 2020
Elder Technologies Limited specializes in providing live-in care and various homecare services for elderly individuals in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company aims to allow seniors to remain in their familiar environments while receiving necessary care. Elder offers a comprehensive online platform that connects clients with suitable homecare service providers tailored to their specific needs, including services for elderly individuals, those with dementia, and round-the-clock care. The company's innovative approach incorporates proprietary technology to streamline the matching process between caregivers and families, ensuring personalized and effective care solutions.

ArtNight GmbH

Series A in 2019
ArtNight GmbH organizes art workshops in local bars, cafes, and restaurants. The company distributes tickets online through its portal. It helps artists earn a living with their talent, as well as an opportunity for users to meet new people. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Knix Wear

Venture Round in 2019
Knix Wear Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 2013 that specializes in designing and manufacturing women's underwear and bras. The product range includes bikinis, boyshorts, thongs, high-rise underwear, and sports bras, all tailored to meet the specific needs of women. Knix's innovative designs incorporate features such as leak-proof, absorbent, and anti-odor technology, addressing the practical and comfort requirements of everyday wear. The company primarily operates through online sales, emphasizing a commitment to empowering women and embracing the realities of their lives. Based in Toronto, Knix Wear continues to grow its presence in the women's apparel market.

Koio

Series A in 2019
Koio Collective is a consumer goods company that offers calf-skin leathers and hand-finished footwear for gents and ladies. The company is driven by its mission is to to create their personal dream shoe, one that would accompany them on any quest and adapt to any situation. The company was founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, United States.

Maple

Series A in 2019
Maple Corporation develops and operates a telemedicine platform which allows to see a doctor online from phone, tablet, or computer. It provides patients an option to securely text or video chat with a Canadian licensed doctor for diagnosis, treatment, and digital prescriptions. The company allows access of online medical care from licensed physicians and offers online consultations. Maple Corporation was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

MPB

Series C in 2019
MPB Europe Ltd, operating as mpb.com, is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of used photo and video equipment. Founded in 2008 and based in Brighton, UK, the company offers a wide variety of products, including digital SLR cameras, lenses, video cameras, and various accessories. MPB ensures a trusted experience for its users by physically checking, testing, and validating all items before resale, thereby meeting the expectations of buyers and providing instant payment to sellers. The platform facilitates over 100,000 transactions annually and supports a growing community of photographers and videographers. With a strong presence in the UK, Germany, and the US, MPB leverages custom technology to streamline peer-to-peer transactions, allowing for price control and a seamless trading experience. The company has received recognition for its rapid growth and innovation in marketplace technology, and it employs a global team across its offices in the UK and the US.

Expertlead

Series A in 2019
Expertlead is a global community of highly qualified tech freelancers, dedicated to enhancing the self-employment journey for its members. Potential members are rigorously evaluated through coding tests and technical interviews to ensure high standards within the exclusive network. Expertlead assists freelancers at various stages of their careers, offering support in project acquisition, relevant services, further training, peer-to-peer learning, and administrative tasks. For companies, Expertlead provides a platform that facilitates the technical assessment of technology specialists, granting access to a curated talent pool for project-based collaborations. By leveraging technology, Expertlead effectively matches client needs with quality-tested freelancers, enabling efficient recruitment for complex digital implementation projects.

LemonOne

Venture Round in 2019
Lemon One provides businesses such as major online marketplaces, real estate agencies and food delivery companies with on-demand photos within hours through algorithms that match them with a broad network of photographers. With Lemon One, businesses get tailor-made, high quality visual content for their online presence, without extra effort.

Plantura

Seed Round in 2019
Plantura GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, provides a digital gardening magazine aimed at hobby gardeners, along with a range of organic fertilizers. The company focuses on creating products that are both effective and sustainable, promoting environmentally friendly gardening practices. By offering resources and solutions designed to enhance the gardening experience, Plantura supports individuals in cultivating their gardens while prioritizing sustainability and organic methods.

Mambu

Series C in 2019
Mambu GmbH is a Berlin-based software-as-a-service provider that specializes in banking solutions for managing credit and deposit products. Established in 2011, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables financial institutions of all sizes, including fintech startups and traditional banks, to design, launch, and scale their banking portfolios. Mambu's services include loan product development, credit risk assessment, and document management, which enhance operational efficiency and data quality. Its platform supports over 7,000 products and serves more than eight million end customers across 46 countries. Additionally, Mambu facilitates features such as account opening, portfolio management, and task automation, thereby streamlining workflows for its clients. With offices in key global locations, Mambu is positioned to support a diverse range of financial institutions, from retail banks to microfinance organizations.

Cluno

Series B in 2019
Cluno GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, provides a digital car subscription service designed to offer a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership and leasing models. Founded in 2017, the company allows customers to access a vehicle through a monthly package that covers nearly all associated costs, including maintenance, insurance, vehicle tax, and registration. With a minimum booking period of six months, customers have the option to change, pause, or continue their subscription after the initial term, subject to a notice period. Cluno's model aims to simplify the car ownership experience by eliminating the uncertainties and complexities involved in buying or selling a vehicle. The company has received support from notable venture capital investors, enhancing its position in the mobility market.

Vimcar

Series B in 2018
As one of Europe’s fastest-growing SaaS startups, Vimcar is redefining business mobility by seamlessly integrating commercial vehicles into digital ecosystems. An innovative combination of live car data and a set of cloud-based applications offer real-time insight into vehicle activity to reduce operational cost for fleets. The company specializes in providing low-price vehicle management services and has already equipped more than 90,000 vehicles with its SaaS solutions in German-speaking countries. In early 2020 Vimcar announced its expansion to the United Kingdom.

HomeToGo

Venture Round in 2018
With more than $150 million raised in funding, HomeToGo (hometogo.com) is the world's largest vacation rental search engine. It allows you to easily search and compare over 17 million accommodation offers in over 200 countries from more than 800 partners, including: Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, HomeAway, and TripAdvisor. With intuitive features such as flexible dates, users can find their ideal vacation rental according to their preferred destination, travel dates, budget, and amenities. HomeToGo was founded 2014 by Dr. Patrick Andrae, Wolfgang Heigl, and Nils Regge. It includes the brands Tripping.com and CASAMUNDO. The Berlin-based company currently employs more than 170 people and operates 23 local websites in Europe, America and Asia-Pacific. HomeToGo's investors include Insight Venture Partners, Lakestar, Princeville Global, DN Capital, Acton Capital Partners, Global Founders Capital, Perpetual Investors, and mojo.capital.

Zenjob

Series B in 2018
Zenjob GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates an online recruitment platform that connects temporary workers with part-time job opportunities across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, and office environments. The company has developed a user-friendly mobile application to facilitate job searching and recruitment services. Zenjob collaborates with numerous partners in the catering and hotel industries, as well as retail chains. Job seekers are required to submit online applications and may need to demonstrate proficiency in German, depending on the position. After completing two weeks of work, employees receive 50% of their gross earnings, with net salaries calculated and paid monthly. Zenjob emphasizes feedback from both workers and client companies to continuously improve its services and maintain quality standards.

Cluno

Series A in 2018
Cluno GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, provides a digital car subscription service designed to offer a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership and leasing models. Founded in 2017, the company allows customers to access a vehicle through a monthly package that covers nearly all associated costs, including maintenance, insurance, vehicle tax, and registration. With a minimum booking period of six months, customers have the option to change, pause, or continue their subscription after the initial term, subject to a notice period. Cluno's model aims to simplify the car ownership experience by eliminating the uncertainties and complexities involved in buying or selling a vehicle. The company has received support from notable venture capital investors, enhancing its position in the mobility market.

Koio

Series A in 2018
Koio Collective is a consumer goods company that offers calf-skin leathers and hand-finished footwear for gents and ladies. The company is driven by its mission is to to create their personal dream shoe, one that would accompany them on any quest and adapt to any situation. The company was founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, United States.

Comatch

Series B in 2018
Comatch GmbH is a Berlin-based online marketplace that connects companies with freelance management consultants and industry experts. The platform specializes in providing support across various areas, including strategy, organization, IT, marketing, sales, finance, market analysis, and operations. By facilitating these connections, Comatch enables businesses of all sizes to access the expertise they need for their projects, streamlining the process of finding qualified professionals for specific consulting needs.

sofatutor

Series D in 2018
sofatutor GmbH, an edtech company, owns and operates an online learning platform for K-12 pupils and students in Europe. It offers sofatutor.com, an online platform that provides video lessons, practice problems, worksheets, and homework chat for students. The company’s website provides courses and videos in German, mathematics, primary school, English, physics, chemistry, biology, and other subjects. It serves students, teachers, and parents in Germany and internationally. sofatutor GmbH was founded in 2008 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Freska

Series A in 2018
Freska, voted one of the hottest tech start-ups in Finland, is an online home services company currently disrupting the traditional home cleaning industry in the Nordics, backed by top-tier VCs (Acton, Spintop and Addventure) post Series A. Freska delivers top quality cleaning services with total flexibility for the customer to select a time, decide on the service and manage the subscription in an easy-to-use online interface or a native app. However, Freska does not only clean homes, it creates real jobs. All Freska cleaners have been subject to a thorough recruitment process followed by a thorough Freska-onboarding. They are all skilled professionals and core members of the Freska family, knowing that they will earn a good living from their job and have a community that supports them.

Chef's Plate

Series C in 2017
Chef’s Plate is an online platform that enables users to get fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and chef-inspired recipes to their homes. It was launched by Jamie Shea and Patrick Meyer in December 2014 and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

HomeToGo

Series C in 2017
With more than $150 million raised in funding, HomeToGo (hometogo.com) is the world's largest vacation rental search engine. It allows you to easily search and compare over 17 million accommodation offers in over 200 countries from more than 800 partners, including: Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, HomeAway, and TripAdvisor. With intuitive features such as flexible dates, users can find their ideal vacation rental according to their preferred destination, travel dates, budget, and amenities. HomeToGo was founded 2014 by Dr. Patrick Andrae, Wolfgang Heigl, and Nils Regge. It includes the brands Tripping.com and CASAMUNDO. The Berlin-based company currently employs more than 170 people and operates 23 local websites in Europe, America and Asia-Pacific. HomeToGo's investors include Insight Venture Partners, Lakestar, Princeville Global, DN Capital, Acton Capital Partners, Global Founders Capital, Perpetual Investors, and mojo.capital.

Mobify

Series B in 2017
Mobify is the #1 provider of Progressive Web Apps for eCommerce for retailers and brands that want to close the gap between desktop and mobile conversion rates, keep up with customer expectations and win loyal customer relationships. The Mobify platform delivers a unified customer experience across mobile web and apps, while building customer relationships through push notifications and store drivers. Leading global brands including Lancôme, Crabtree & Evelyn, Paula’s Choice, Carnival Cruise Line, London Drugs, Burlington, PureFormulas, Superdry, Columbia, eXtra Electronics, and ThinkGeek generate extensive revenue through the Mobify Platform and rely on Mobify to grow their customer lifetime value.

Zenjob

Series A in 2017
Zenjob GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates an online recruitment platform that connects temporary workers with part-time job opportunities across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, and office environments. The company has developed a user-friendly mobile application to facilitate job searching and recruitment services. Zenjob collaborates with numerous partners in the catering and hotel industries, as well as retail chains. Job seekers are required to submit online applications and may need to demonstrate proficiency in German, depending on the position. After completing two weeks of work, employees receive 50% of their gross earnings, with net salaries calculated and paid monthly. Zenjob emphasizes feedback from both workers and client companies to continuously improve its services and maintain quality standards.

Zenjob

Series A in 2017
Zenjob GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates an online recruitment platform that connects temporary workers with part-time job opportunities across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, and office environments. The company has developed a user-friendly mobile application to facilitate job searching and recruitment services. Zenjob collaborates with numerous partners in the catering and hotel industries, as well as retail chains. Job seekers are required to submit online applications and may need to demonstrate proficiency in German, depending on the position. After completing two weeks of work, employees receive 50% of their gross earnings, with net salaries calculated and paid monthly. Zenjob emphasizes feedback from both workers and client companies to continuously improve its services and maintain quality standards.

Chef's Plate

Series B in 2016
Chef’s Plate is an online platform that enables users to get fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and chef-inspired recipes to their homes. It was launched by Jamie Shea and Patrick Meyer in December 2014 and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

Mobify

Series A in 2016
Mobify is the #1 provider of Progressive Web Apps for eCommerce for retailers and brands that want to close the gap between desktop and mobile conversion rates, keep up with customer expectations and win loyal customer relationships. The Mobify platform delivers a unified customer experience across mobile web and apps, while building customer relationships through push notifications and store drivers. Leading global brands including Lancôme, Crabtree & Evelyn, Paula’s Choice, Carnival Cruise Line, London Drugs, Burlington, PureFormulas, Superdry, Columbia, eXtra Electronics, and ThinkGeek generate extensive revenue through the Mobify Platform and rely on Mobify to grow their customer lifetime value.

iwoca

Series C in 2016
Iwoca provides small business credit finance services in the United Kingdom. It offers finance for businesses for various purposes ranging from bridging short-term cashflow gaps to investing in stock opportunities. It serves retailers, restaurants, hotels, service providers, and more. Christoph Rieche and James Dear founded iwoca on October 1, 2011. iwoca's headquarters is located in London in the United Kingdom.

Chef's Plate

Series B in 2016
Chef’s Plate is an online platform that enables users to get fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and chef-inspired recipes to their homes. It was launched by Jamie Shea and Patrick Meyer in December 2014 and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

Comatch

Series A in 2016
Comatch GmbH is a Berlin-based online marketplace that connects companies with freelance management consultants and industry experts. The platform specializes in providing support across various areas, including strategy, organization, IT, marketing, sales, finance, market analysis, and operations. By facilitating these connections, Comatch enables businesses of all sizes to access the expertise they need for their projects, streamlining the process of finding qualified professionals for specific consulting needs.

HomeToGo

Series B in 2016
With more than $150 million raised in funding, HomeToGo (hometogo.com) is the world's largest vacation rental search engine. It allows you to easily search and compare over 17 million accommodation offers in over 200 countries from more than 800 partners, including: Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, HomeAway, and TripAdvisor. With intuitive features such as flexible dates, users can find their ideal vacation rental according to their preferred destination, travel dates, budget, and amenities. HomeToGo was founded 2014 by Dr. Patrick Andrae, Wolfgang Heigl, and Nils Regge. It includes the brands Tripping.com and CASAMUNDO. The Berlin-based company currently employs more than 170 people and operates 23 local websites in Europe, America and Asia-Pacific. HomeToGo's investors include Insight Venture Partners, Lakestar, Princeville Global, DN Capital, Acton Capital Partners, Global Founders Capital, Perpetual Investors, and mojo.capital.

Eloquii

Series B in 2016
Eloquii Design, Inc. specializes in designing and selling fashion apparel for women, particularly in plus sizes ranging from 14 to 28. Founded in 2012, the company offers a wide array of products, including dresses, tops, pants, skirts, and accessories such as shoes and jewelry. Eloquii operates primarily through its online platform, providing trendy and fast-fashion options to customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. In addition to its e-commerce presence, the company has a physical store located in Atlanta, Georgia. With headquarters in both New York and Columbus, Ohio, Eloquii aims to deliver contemporary styles while also engaging customers with unique content through its blog and curated catalog. As of late 2018, Eloquii operates as a subsidiary of Walmart Inc.

Finanzcheck.de

Series C in 2016
FINANZCHECK.de is an independent consumer loan technology platform that enables German consumers to compare their personal loans and private financial products. The platform gives its customers visibility on all loans available covering the complete value chain from customer acquisition to credit scoring and ultimately contract signing. In addition, Finanzcheck offers B2B2C white label and B2B consumer financing technology solutions for brokers and banks. The company receives funding from Acton Capital Partners, HarbourVest Partners, TA Ventures, HarbourVest Partners, Acton Capital Partners, and various other investors.

Mobify

Venture Round in 2016
Mobify is the #1 provider of Progressive Web Apps for eCommerce for retailers and brands that want to close the gap between desktop and mobile conversion rates, keep up with customer expectations and win loyal customer relationships. The Mobify platform delivers a unified customer experience across mobile web and apps, while building customer relationships through push notifications and store drivers. Leading global brands including Lancôme, Crabtree & Evelyn, Paula’s Choice, Carnival Cruise Line, London Drugs, Burlington, PureFormulas, Superdry, Columbia, eXtra Electronics, and ThinkGeek generate extensive revenue through the Mobify Platform and rely on Mobify to grow their customer lifetime value.

Mambu

Series B in 2016
Mambu GmbH is a Berlin-based software-as-a-service provider that specializes in banking solutions for managing credit and deposit products. Established in 2011, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables financial institutions of all sizes, including fintech startups and traditional banks, to design, launch, and scale their banking portfolios. Mambu's services include loan product development, credit risk assessment, and document management, which enhance operational efficiency and data quality. Its platform supports over 7,000 products and serves more than eight million end customers across 46 countries. Additionally, Mambu facilitates features such as account opening, portfolio management, and task automation, thereby streamlining workflows for its clients. With offices in key global locations, Mambu is positioned to support a diverse range of financial institutions, from retail banks to microfinance organizations.

MyOptique Group

Venture Round in 2015
MyOptique Group is a prominent player in the European optical industry, focusing on online retail to enhance customer experience and reduce costs by eliminating traditional high street intermediaries. The group leads the growing online optical segment, offering a comprehensive range of eyewear products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Its portfolio includes several well-known online brands such as Glasses Direct, Sunglasses Shop, MyOptique.com, LensOn, Netzoptiker, Eyewearbrands, and Lensbest.de. With a diverse selection of over 150 brands and 7,000 styles, MyOptique Group serves a broad customer base, with more than two-thirds of its sales generated from markets outside the UK.

iwoca

Series B in 2015
Iwoca provides small business credit finance services in the United Kingdom. It offers finance for businesses for various purposes ranging from bridging short-term cashflow gaps to investing in stock opportunities. It serves retailers, restaurants, hotels, service providers, and more. Christoph Rieche and James Dear founded iwoca on October 1, 2011. iwoca's headquarters is located in London in the United Kingdom.

Tictail

Series B in 2015
Tictail AB is an online platform that facilitates the creation of e-commerce stores for independent brands and retailers. Founded in 2011 and based in Stockholm, Sweden, Tictail provides a user-friendly, do-it-yourself tool that empowers small business owners to establish a global online presence without requiring coding or web design skills. The platform emphasizes community integration and offers customizable designs, enhancing the shopping experience for users. Tictail serves as a social shopping destination, enabling consumers to discover and purchase unique home decor and fashion items from a diverse array of emerging designers. As of November 2018, Tictail operates as a subsidiary of Shopify Inc.

HomeToGo

Series A in 2015
With more than $150 million raised in funding, HomeToGo (hometogo.com) is the world's largest vacation rental search engine. It allows you to easily search and compare over 17 million accommodation offers in over 200 countries from more than 800 partners, including: Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, HomeAway, and TripAdvisor. With intuitive features such as flexible dates, users can find their ideal vacation rental according to their preferred destination, travel dates, budget, and amenities. HomeToGo was founded 2014 by Dr. Patrick Andrae, Wolfgang Heigl, and Nils Regge. It includes the brands Tripping.com and CASAMUNDO. The Berlin-based company currently employs more than 170 people and operates 23 local websites in Europe, America and Asia-Pacific. HomeToGo's investors include Insight Venture Partners, Lakestar, Princeville Global, DN Capital, Acton Capital Partners, Global Founders Capital, Perpetual Investors, and mojo.capital.

sofatutor

Series C in 2014
sofatutor GmbH, an edtech company, owns and operates an online learning platform for K-12 pupils and students in Europe. It offers sofatutor.com, an online platform that provides video lessons, practice problems, worksheets, and homework chat for students. The company’s website provides courses and videos in German, mathematics, primary school, English, physics, chemistry, biology, and other subjects. It serves students, teachers, and parents in Germany and internationally. sofatutor GmbH was founded in 2008 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Windeln.de

Series D in 2014
windeln.de, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an online retailer of products for babies, toddlers, children, and young mothers in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Spain, and China. It operates through German Shop, International Shops, and Shopping Clubs segments. The company offers a range of products, including diapers, baby food, drugstore products, clothes, toys, strollers, child car seats, baby monitors, and children’s furniture.

Clio

Series C in 2014
Themis Solutions Inc. develops legal practice management and client intake software solutions for law firms. The company’s platforms are used for billing, case management, contact management, document management, calendaring, online payments, and time and expense tracking. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Burnaby, Canada with additional offices in Toronto, Calgary, Canada; Santa Monica, California; and Dublin, Ireland.

MyOptique Group

Series C in 2013
MyOptique Group is a prominent player in the European optical industry, focusing on online retail to enhance customer experience and reduce costs by eliminating traditional high street intermediaries. The group leads the growing online optical segment, offering a comprehensive range of eyewear products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Its portfolio includes several well-known online brands such as Glasses Direct, Sunglasses Shop, MyOptique.com, LensOn, Netzoptiker, Eyewearbrands, and Lensbest.de. With a diverse selection of over 150 brands and 7,000 styles, MyOptique Group serves a broad customer base, with more than two-thirds of its sales generated from markets outside the UK.

INDOCHINO

Series B in 2013
Indochino Apparel Inc. retails custom online menswear. It offers personalized suits, vests, shirts, pants, chinos, and accessories, such as ties, pocket squares, tie clips, cufflinks, and collar pins and stays. The company also provides wedding suits and gift cards. It operates showrooms in Toronto and Vancouver, Canada; New York, New York; New Orleans, Louisiana; San Francisco and Beverly Hills, California; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Boston, Massachusetts; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Houston, Austin, and Dallas, Texas. Indochino Apparel Inc. was founded in 2007 and is based in Vancouver, Canada with additional locations in the Dallan and Shanghai, China.

Windeln.de

Series C in 2013
windeln.de, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an online retailer of products for babies, toddlers, children, and young mothers in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Spain, and China. It operates through German Shop, International Shops, and Shopping Clubs segments. The company offers a range of products, including diapers, baby food, drugstore products, clothes, toys, strollers, child car seats, baby monitors, and children’s furniture.

audibene

Venture Round in 2013
audibene GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in the online retail of hearing aids and serves as a prominent internet portal for hearing aid devices. The company provides free consultations from experienced acousticians to individuals with hearing impairments, offering guidance in comparing various hearing systems and understanding the latest technologies. Additionally, audibene supports customers throughout the entire adaptation process, ensuring a comprehensive and informed experience for those seeking hearing solutions. As a subsidiary of the Sivantos Group, audibene continues to focus on enhancing accessibility to hearing aids and improving the quality of life for its customers.

sofatutor

Series B in 2012
sofatutor GmbH, an edtech company, owns and operates an online learning platform for K-12 pupils and students in Europe. It offers sofatutor.com, an online platform that provides video lessons, practice problems, worksheets, and homework chat for students. The company’s website provides courses and videos in German, mathematics, primary school, English, physics, chemistry, biology, and other subjects. It serves students, teachers, and parents in Germany and internationally. sofatutor GmbH was founded in 2008 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Fashion For Home

Venture Round in 2012
Fashion For Home is a furniture shop that operates both online and offline, serving Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands. It also offers international shipping to businesses and designers outside these three countries. Fashion For Home was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany with showrooms in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich,Frankfurt am Main, Düsseldorf, and Vienna.

KupiVIP

Series D in 2012
KupiVIP is a prominent Russian online fashion retailer that specializes in offering discounted fashion and home goods from both high-street and luxury brands. Established in 2008 by Vladimir Kholyaznikov, Mikhail Konoplev, and Oskar Hartmann, the company has rapidly gained popularity, amassing a customer base of 6 million. Operating from its headquarters in Moscow, KupiVIP conducts up to 20 private online flash sales daily, providing consumers with access to exclusive deals on a wide range of products.

Etsy

Series F in 2012
Etsy is an e-commerce platform and mobile application specializing in the buying and selling of handmade and vintage items. Launched in June 2005 by Robert Kalin, Haim Schoppik, Jared Tarbell, and Chris Maguire, it is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. The platform features a diverse range of product categories, including clothing and accessories, jewelry, craft supplies, wedding items, home decor, and vintage goods. As a notable player in the online marketplace, Etsy operates in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, and Canada. With a consolidated gross merchandise volume of $13.2 billion in 2023, Etsy has established itself as a significant entity in the e-commerce sector, facilitating connections between over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers. The company generates revenue through listing fees, commissions on sales, advertising services, payment processing, and shipping label sales.

Windeln.de

Series B in 2012
windeln.de, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an online retailer of products for babies, toddlers, children, and young mothers in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Spain, and China. It operates through German Shop, International Shops, and Shopping Clubs segments. The company offers a range of products, including diapers, baby food, drugstore products, clothes, toys, strollers, child car seats, baby monitors, and children’s furniture.

Clio

Series B in 2012
Themis Solutions Inc. develops legal practice management and client intake software solutions for law firms. The company’s platforms are used for billing, case management, contact management, document management, calendaring, online payments, and time and expense tracking. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Burnaby, Canada with additional offices in Toronto, Calgary, Canada; Santa Monica, California; and Dublin, Ireland.

Bueroservice24

Venture Round in 2011
Bueroservice24 AG, a Hamburg, Germany-based provider of virtual office services for small and medium-sized businesses.

UberMedia

Venture Round in 2011
UberMedia is a technology company headquartered in Pasadena, California, that specializes in targeted mobile advertising. It processes billions of social, demographic, and location signals daily to provide businesses with insights that enhance decision-making and consumer engagement. By delivering dynamic advertising solutions, UberMedia helps Fortune 500 companies across various sectors, including retail, automotive, entertainment, and consumer markets, achieve specific business goals such as increasing customer visits and boosting sales. The company is recognized as a pioneer in its field and has received accolades for its innovative approach.

tolingo

Series B in 2011
tolingo GmbH is a prominent translation service provider based in Hamburg, Germany, with an additional office in Stuttgart. Established in 2007, the company offers a comprehensive range of translation solutions tailored to various industries, including finance, law, marketing, medicine, and technology. Its services encompass the translation of diverse document formats, website localization, urgent translation requests, video transcription and subtitling, as well as editing and certification. tolingo also specializes in creating glossaries, style guides, and providing professional typesetting and desktop publishing. The firm collaborates with a network of translators worldwide, ensuring high-quality translations that meet the specific needs of clients in sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, and IT. With a commitment to continuous improvement and a strong focus on client relationships, tolingo aims to enhance its service offerings and solidify its position as a leading force in the translation industry.

Linas Matkasse

Series A in 2011
Linas Matkasse of Sweden is a pioneer in the meal kit delivery space with a pan-Nordic presence in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. Total turnover of the company is around $170 million.

Windeln.de

Series A in 2011
windeln.de, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an online retailer of products for babies, toddlers, children, and young mothers in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Spain, and China. It operates through German Shop, International Shops, and Shopping Clubs segments. The company offers a range of products, including diapers, baby food, drugstore products, clothes, toys, strollers, child car seats, baby monitors, and children’s furniture.

Yatego

Venture Round in 2011
Featuring more than 10,000 online shops of specialist and retail dealers, Yatego is one of the leading e-commerce portals in the German-language Internet. Consumers have a choice of more than 3.2 million products. The ordering process is state-of-the art and simple, with secure payment processed by independent trustee and credit card systems. Retailers benefit from Yatego’s one-stop solutions for the e-commerce process with comprehensive related services. The company was founded in 2003 and currently employs more than 100 staff in St. Georgen, Germany. The managing directors are Michael Ollmann, Stephan Peltzer und Patrick Kötter.

INDOCHINO

Venture Round in 2011
Indochino Apparel Inc. retails custom online menswear. It offers personalized suits, vests, shirts, pants, chinos, and accessories, such as ties, pocket squares, tie clips, cufflinks, and collar pins and stays. The company also provides wedding suits and gift cards. It operates showrooms in Toronto and Vancouver, Canada; New York, New York; New Orleans, Louisiana; San Francisco and Beverly Hills, California; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Boston, Massachusetts; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Houston, Austin, and Dallas, Texas. Indochino Apparel Inc. was founded in 2007 and is based in Vancouver, Canada with additional locations in the Dallan and Shanghai, China.

momox

Venture Round in 2010
momox GmbH, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates an online platform for buying and selling second-hand items, including books, films, CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, vinyl records, games, software, and clothing. The company serves customers in Germany, Austria, France, and the United Kingdom by providing a straightforward sales process. Sellers can enter the barcode of their used items on the website to receive an immediate purchase offer. Once they accept the offer, they can send their items to momox without incurring delivery charges. Payments are made to sellers after the items are received and processed. With additional locations in Leipzig, Neuenhagen, and Stettin, momox facilitates a sustainable marketplace for individuals looking to trade in their used goods.

Etsy

Series E in 2010
Etsy is an e-commerce platform and mobile application specializing in the buying and selling of handmade and vintage items. Launched in June 2005 by Robert Kalin, Haim Schoppik, Jared Tarbell, and Chris Maguire, it is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. The platform features a diverse range of product categories, including clothing and accessories, jewelry, craft supplies, wedding items, home decor, and vintage goods. As a notable player in the online marketplace, Etsy operates in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, and Canada. With a consolidated gross merchandise volume of $13.2 billion in 2023, Etsy has established itself as a significant entity in the e-commerce sector, facilitating connections between over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers. The company generates revenue through listing fees, commissions on sales, advertising services, payment processing, and shipping label sales.

Frontline GmbH

Venture Round in 2010
Frontline GmbH is a retailer specializing in streetwear, operating primarily through its website and monthly catalogs. Established in 1984 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, the company offers a diverse range of clothing, shoes, and accessories from various fashion and streetwear brands. Frontline GmbH aims to inspire customers by showcasing the latest styles and trends, allowing them to curate their own unique looks. In 2015, it became a subsidiary of Mensquare SAS, further enhancing its market presence.

mytheresa.com

Venture Round in 2010
Mytheresa.com GmbH is a prominent online retailer based in Munich, Germany, specializing in luxury fashion. Established in 2006, the platform provides a curated selection of clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories from both renowned established brands and emerging designers. The product range includes dresses, coats, knitwear, and activewear, alongside an extensive array of footwear such as boots, pumps, and sneakers. Additionally, the site offers a variety of accessories, including scarves, jewelry, and small leather goods. Mytheresa.com is recognized for its commitment to delivering high-quality fashion to a global audience, operating 24 hours a day. The retailer has also formed exclusive partnerships with notable brands, enhancing its reputation in the luxury fashion sector.

Glasses Direct

Venture Round in 2009
As Europe’s leading online prescription glasses retailer, Glasses Direct offer an incredible selection of glasses for men and women. Buying cheap glasses online has never been easier, so if you’re looking to update your spectacles, you’re in the right place. Our online glasses are the same quality glasses as ones you will buy at any high street opticians and in addition to prescription glasses, we also sell prescription sunglasses - all of our glasses online can be made into prescription sunglasses by adding a tint. Our friendly customer service team and opticians here at Glasses Direct are available to help you order your glasses online with us and along with our fantastic online tools, will ensure you find the right spectacles for you.

MyOptique Group

Series B in 2009
MyOptique Group is a prominent player in the European optical industry, focusing on online retail to enhance customer experience and reduce costs by eliminating traditional high street intermediaries. The group leads the growing online optical segment, offering a comprehensive range of eyewear products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Its portfolio includes several well-known online brands such as Glasses Direct, Sunglasses Shop, MyOptique.com, LensOn, Netzoptiker, Eyewearbrands, and Lensbest.de. With a diverse selection of over 150 brands and 7,000 styles, MyOptique Group serves a broad customer base, with more than two-thirds of its sales generated from markets outside the UK.

TeamPages

Series B in 2009
TeamPages Inc. develops software tools for managing athletic lives and schedules online. Its software tools provide website creation, schedules and reminders, text and email messaging, online registration, iPhone and android mobile apps, and support. The company serves coaches, parents, athletes, teams, clubs, and leagues. TeamPages Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Vancouver, Canada. As of April 11, 2017, TeamPages Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Active Network, LLC.

sevenload

Series B in 2008
Sevenload is a social media network for WebTV, videos, and photos. The sevenload channels offer free premium-tv-shows, official music videos, exclusive internet television as well as user generated content. Every channel combines professional videos with independent, intelligent, and creative content from users producing content as well as professional production companies. Sevenload was founded in 2006. Sevenload is a global social media platform for photos, videos. and interactive show formats. The community enables users to manage and share photos and videos online for free. The site offers an array of different interactive WebTV or internet shows in more than 20 languages and various categories. In addition, some of the available channels are from famous and popular artists and musicians. As a new media company, sevenload positions itself as a provider for crossmedial marketing and modern video technology. Part of its business comes from the conceptualization, development, and production of IPTV based internet platforms, software solutions for Web 2.0 applications as well as technology development for third party companies looking for video player, video uploading, video linking, and distribution technologies. Sevenload has already worked with internationally renowned companies such as BMW, Endemol, National Geographic, BBC, Deutsche Welle, Sony Music, Universal Music, and offers companies individual white label solutions. Company executive are Andreas Heyden (CEO) and Dr. Roland Schlager. Company founders include Ibrahim Evsan (Founder), Thomas Bachem (Co-Founder) and Axel Schmiegelow (Co-Founder and Board Member). Company investors are DLD Ventures (Hubert Burda Media) and dw capital GmbH.

Truphone

Series B in 2008
Truphone Limited is a telecommunications provider specializing in mobile network services, offering a range of products designed for both enterprises and consumers. Its offerings include the Truphone SIM, which allows users to maintain multiple international numbers, and the Truphone App, enabling voice and messaging services over Wi-Fi and mobile networks. The company also provides mobile recording services that comply with regulatory standards, using patented SIM technology for secure call and SMS recording. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in London, Truphone has expanded its presence internationally with offices across Europe, North America, and Australia. The company serves a diverse clientele, including major corporations and individual users, facilitating global mobility through its international SIM cards and subscriptions.

INDOCHINO

Seed Round in 2008
Indochino Apparel Inc. retails custom online menswear. It offers personalized suits, vests, shirts, pants, chinos, and accessories, such as ties, pocket squares, tie clips, cufflinks, and collar pins and stays. The company also provides wedding suits and gift cards. It operates showrooms in Toronto and Vancouver, Canada; New York, New York; New Orleans, Louisiana; San Francisco and Beverly Hills, California; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Boston, Massachusetts; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Houston, Austin, and Dallas, Texas. Indochino Apparel Inc. was founded in 2007 and is based in Vancouver, Canada with additional locations in the Dallan and Shanghai, China.

Nexopia

Venture Round in 2008
Nexopia is a Canadian social networking platform designed primarily for youth. It serves as a community where users can generate unfiltered content and freely express their thoughts and opinions. The platform encourages original contributions on a wide range of topics, allowing individual voices to be heard and fostering a sense of connection among its members.

mokono

Venture Round in 2008
mokono is a next generation media company which centers on providing a furtile environment for content creators such as bloggers to produce content they are passionate about, build audiences and monetize their audience, if they wish to by connecting marketers to their audiences. mokono draws from the knowledge of hosting some 1M blogs across Europe and has pioneered new ways of using advertising in the blogosphere by using participative ad formats. mokono has started measuring campaign results via the increase in volume of mentions which have proven to significantly increase after a campaign, including clients such as Nokia, T-Home or BMW. This concept of measurement has initiated a discussion among advertising experts beyond Germany. In May 2009, the iab made volume of mentions an integral part of it's social media definitions. With up to 14 million unique users a month, mokono provides significant reach for marketers and agencies at scale that wish to address the most influential web crowd in Germany and the rest of Europe. Furthermore, mokono supports agencies and companies in the web 2.0 - environment by actively providing knowledge and expertise. In February 2007, Germany's media giant Burda acquired a stake in the company. mokono was founded in 2005 by Florian Wilken and Vasco Sommer-Nunes. The two high school friends form a complementary team, with mokono being their second venture. From 1997 to 2002 they founded and managed an online dating company, which was acquired in 2002, by then the third largest online dating property in Germany.

AlphaSights

Venture Round in 2008
AlphaSights is a global information services firm that connects clients with industry practitioners to facilitate informed decision-making. Operating from offices in major cities such as New York, London, Dubai, and Hong Kong, AlphaSights serves a diverse clientele, including leading private equity firms, hedge funds, strategy consultancies, and corporations. The firm specializes in helping clients navigate unfamiliar markets, understand complex situations, and evaluate new business opportunities. Each month, AlphaSights facilitates over 5,000 one-on-one connections, providing clients with the expertise and insights necessary to make better decisions and enhance their operational effectiveness. Founded in 2008, the company has rapidly expanded its market presence and now employs a growing team of over 250 professionals worldwide.

Etsy

Series D in 2008
Etsy is an e-commerce platform and mobile application specializing in the buying and selling of handmade and vintage items. Launched in June 2005 by Robert Kalin, Haim Schoppik, Jared Tarbell, and Chris Maguire, it is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. The platform features a diverse range of product categories, including clothing and accessories, jewelry, craft supplies, wedding items, home decor, and vintage goods. As a notable player in the online marketplace, Etsy operates in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, and Canada. With a consolidated gross merchandise volume of $13.2 billion in 2023, Etsy has established itself as a significant entity in the e-commerce sector, facilitating connections between over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers. The company generates revenue through listing fees, commissions on sales, advertising services, payment processing, and shipping label sales.

Escapio

Venture Round in 2008
Escapio GmbH operates an Internet booking portal for independent travelers with a selection of hotels in the German market. It categorizes hotels according to lifestyle criteria and accommodation types; and allows travelers to find and book hotels. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Berlin, Germany. As of January 21, 2016, Escapio GmbH operates as a subsidiary of MAIRDUMONT GmbH & Co. KG.

TeamPages

Series A in 2007
TeamPages Inc. develops software tools for managing athletic lives and schedules online. Its software tools provide website creation, schedules and reminders, text and email messaging, online registration, iPhone and android mobile apps, and support. The company serves coaches, parents, athletes, teams, clubs, and leagues. TeamPages Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Vancouver, Canada. As of April 11, 2017, TeamPages Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Active Network, LLC.

TripsByTips

Venture Round in 2007
TripsByTips GmbH operates a platform that produces content related to travel and tourism. The company provides travel reportage; texts describing destinations, musicals, museums, zoos, beaches, and more; texts describing hotels and their facilities; points of interests, such as tourist attractions, restaurants, and music or sports events; texts about activities, such as skiing, hiking, diving, shopping, etc.; informative texts about German cities, city quarters, and regions; and SEO texts with various themes for customers from the tourist industry. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Berlin, Germany. As of April 16, 2015, TripsByTips GmbH operates as a subsidiary of MAIRDUMONT GmbH & Co. KG.

Etsy

Series C in 2007
Etsy is an e-commerce platform and mobile application specializing in the buying and selling of handmade and vintage items. Launched in June 2005 by Robert Kalin, Haim Schoppik, Jared Tarbell, and Chris Maguire, it is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. The platform features a diverse range of product categories, including clothing and accessories, jewelry, craft supplies, wedding items, home decor, and vintage goods. As a notable player in the online marketplace, Etsy operates in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, and Canada. With a consolidated gross merchandise volume of $13.2 billion in 2023, Etsy has established itself as a significant entity in the e-commerce sector, facilitating connections between over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers. The company generates revenue through listing fees, commissions on sales, advertising services, payment processing, and shipping label sales.

edelight

Series A in 2007
edelight.de is a shopping platform which is concerned entirely with the idea of social shopping. Starting late 2006, edelight is one of the first; and so far largest, website of this kind in Germany. There are over 400.000 products; which have been recommended by other people, from over 8000 international online-shops, found on this website. Hence, edelight is not a shop or a search engine, but recommendation marketing at its finest. The operator of this social-shopping platform is edelight GmbH in Stuttgart, Germany. In 2006 the company was founded by Peter Ambrozy, Steffen Belitz and Tassilo Bestler. Currently a team of 17 members is working on the further development of the concept. Burda Digital Ventures has had a minority shareholding since July 2007. After a comprehensive relaunch in October 2007, the main focus lies with favourite products and the community members. edelight.de makes its revenue by ad placements on the website, cooperation and commission payments from the partner shops. The company shares this income with its members (Revenue sharing). Currently there are over 2,3 million visitors on our page per month.*There are over 400.000 product recommendations and over 500 partner shops at your disposal. All in all the recommendations on edelight derive from over 8000 online shops to date. 70 percent of the edelight users are female. Since June 2008 the company is also active in the B-to-B area. With Visualdelight, edelight GmbH offers an e-commerce solution for the fashion and lifestyle sector. Renowned retailers of luxury products like Mytheresa and Stylebop and premium trademarks like La Perla and Swarovski are part of the companies’ network. Big names of the German magazine industry like “ELLE”, “Bunte” or “Men’s Health”, but also portals like t-online.de are clients of the edelight e-commerce model and its corresponding know-how. edelight GmbH does not directly make money from providing the technology but through commissions from the integrated partner network.

Mahalo

Series B in 2007
Mahalo is a human-powered search engine founded by entrepreneur Jason Calacanis. It differentiates itself by generating search results through a team of profile builders who create detailed pages for approximately 10,000 unique queries, with plans to expand to 25,000 queries. The search results are non-algorithmic, resulting in deep and useful content, although the process is slower than automated engines. For queries without a dedicated page, Mahalo supplements results with information from Google. The layout combines elements of traditional search engines and Wikipedia, with factual information provided alongside categorized links. Users can submit their own links for consideration, which are voted on before publication. Despite its slow growth due to the manual curation process, Mahalo functions without revenue for several years, positioning itself as an alternative to major search engines and knowledge-sharing platforms.

Suite101

Venture Round in 2007
Suite101 is a new kind of knowledgebase centered on personal experience and interests. Suite101 brings together people who thrive on sharing what they've been through, what they know, what they care about.
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