Aldea Ventures

At Aldea, we focus on disruptive technologies that can fundamentally reshape the economy in a responsible and sustainable way. With its high growth potential and diverse network of tech hubs, Europe presents an ever-growing opportunity to support the boldest innovators in technology. Our relationship with MicroVCs is central to our thesis—they provide crucial resources to promising early-stage companies, including operational expertise, proven investment track records, and deep industry knowledge. Through strong community building and relationships with these partners, we gain access to extensive market data, enabling us to co-invest in Europe and the US's most promising companies.

Alfonso Bassols

Managing Partner

29 past transactions

Exoticca

Series D in 2024
Exoticca is an online travel agency that specializes in providing comprehensive holiday packages designed to enhance the travel experience. These packages typically include flights, accommodations, meals, guides, and private transport to destinations around the globe. By collaborating with local travel experts, Exoticca negotiates favorable deals on various travel components, allowing them to offer high-quality trips at competitive prices. Their offerings include both partial and guided tour options, making exotic locations more accessible to a broader audience. Exoticca aims to cater to modern explorers seeking unique and luxurious adventures, creating bespoke travel experiences that align with diverse traveler preferences.

Automata

Venture Round in 2023
Automata is an automation company focused on providing robotic solutions for the life sciences sector. It specializes in developing simple and affordable robotic devices designed to enhance laboratory efficiency and accelerate innovation. By offering robotic automation to labs, Automata enables organizations to scale operations and achieve results more quickly. The company's technology allows for seamless reconfiguration of tasks, making it accessible for professionals in various environments, including labs, classrooms, and production lines. This flexibility ensures that businesses can easily adapt their robotic systems to meet evolving needs, facilitating greater productivity and collaboration in scientific research and manufacturing.

Lodgify

Series B in 2022
Lodgify, established in 2012 and headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, is a SaaS company specializing in vacation rental management and marketing. It offers an all-in-one solution enabling rental owners and property managers to create mobile-friendly websites with instant booking functionality, streamline reservation management, and synchronize property data across multiple external platforms. Lodgify's mission is to empower vacation rental businesses with accessible and affordable technology, helping them grow and manage their properties more efficiently.

Toqio

Series A in 2022
Toqio is a technology company founded in 2019 by Eduardo Martinez and Michael Galvin, with offices in London, Madrid, and Nairobi. It specializes in providing a platform that enables organizations to develop customized fintech solutions, either as mobile applications or web-based services. Toqio offers software integration tools tailored for the financial industry, facilitating various functions such as digital banking, onboarding, transaction monitoring, and the distribution of financial products and services. Its platform includes a marketplace of partners and supports configuration and customization, allowing companies to rapidly deploy data-driven financial propositions to their customers.

011h

Series A in 2022
011h Sustainable Construction SL is a construction company based in Barcelona, Spain, established in 2020. It focuses on sustainable building development, employing advanced design and technology to create a new approach to construction. The company constructs various types of buildings for residential and other purposes, providing a comprehensive range of services including design, procurement, manufacturing, and construction. Additionally, 011h offers digital support for property operation and maintenance, aiming to deliver buildings more efficiently and affordably while prioritizing the well-being of people and the environment.

Shipfix

Series A in 2022
Shipfix is a collaborative workflow and data platform tailored for the maritime and trade sectors, utilizing advanced AI-enabled tools to enhance operational efficiency. The platform is designed to streamline workflows by providing market and operational intelligence, catering to shipowners, commodity traders, industrials, freight forwarders, and shipbrokers. By enabling teams to share offers, leads, contacts, and business opportunities, Shipfix helps organizations reduce time spent on managing emails and improves overall decision-making processes. Its user-friendly interface transforms complex data into a clear, searchable market overview, allowing maritime professionals to work more effectively and respond to opportunities with greater speed.

Durcal

Venture Round in 2022
Durcal is a developer of a mobile application designed to enhance eldercare through advanced geolocation technology. The app enables families to monitor the safety and well-being of older individuals by providing live location tracking and real-time updates. Users can receive alerts when loved ones leave or enter their homes, track routes taken, and be notified of low battery levels on devices. Additionally, the application features an emergency button that allows users to quickly connect with health professionals in critical situations. By facilitating better communication and oversight, Durcal aims to improve the care management experience for families and their elderly members.

Housfy

Series B in 2022
Housfy is a digital platform that facilitates direct transactions between private individuals for the sale of flats and houses, eliminating the need for traditional estate agents. The platform provides all necessary tools for sellers and buyers to connect online, enabling them to save on brokerage fees.

Quality Clouds

Venture Round in 2022
Quality Clouds Ltd, based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in providing code analytics solutions tailored for SaaS platforms. The company's primary offering is a developmental governance platform designed to enhance visibility and control over low-code application development processes. This platform empowers technology leaders and their teams to deliver low-code applications swiftly and at scale while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. By proactively identifying and addressing issues, Quality Clouds helps organizations save time and resources, ultimately accelerating the delivery of applications and driving business results.

Savana

Venture Round in 2022
Savana is a medical technology company based in Madrid, Spain, founded in 2014. It has developed an innovative platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze unstructured free-text data within electronic health records (EHRs). By applying deep learning techniques, Savana extracts valuable clinical information, facilitating the generation of customized descriptive and predictive research studies. The company operates the world's largest AI-enabled, multi-language, and multi-center research network, which aims to enhance clinical research and advance personalized and precision medicine globally. Designed by medical professionals for their peers, Savana prioritizes privacy and adheres to high standards of data protection in its operations.

Yaba

Series A in 2022
Yaba operates an online platform dedicated to acquiring, financing, and nurturing Amazon-based businesses. It focuses on purchasing established brands with proven sales histories, positive customer reviews, high ratings, and scalable potential. The company's goal is to facilitate the growth of these brands by providing financial support and operational resources.

Automata

Series B in 2022
Automata is an automation company focused on providing robotic solutions for the life sciences sector. It specializes in developing simple and affordable robotic devices designed to enhance laboratory efficiency and accelerate innovation. By offering robotic automation to labs, Automata enables organizations to scale operations and achieve results more quickly. The company's technology allows for seamless reconfiguration of tasks, making it accessible for professionals in various environments, including labs, classrooms, and production lines. This flexibility ensures that businesses can easily adapt their robotic systems to meet evolving needs, facilitating greater productivity and collaboration in scientific research and manufacturing.

Hosco

Venture Round in 2022
Hosco, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Barcelona with additional offices in Geneva and Dubai, operates an online job recruitment platform tailored for the hospitality industry. The platform connects hundreds of thousands of professionals with thousands of esteemed employers worldwide, facilitating interactions that enhance hiring processes and career development. Hosco collaborates with top hospitality schools globally, providing them with career and alumni management solutions that grant access to international employment opportunities and valuable industry insights. Currently, Hosco connects over 300,000 talents, 250,000 hospitality schools, and 4,500 employers, creating a robust network that optimizes talent acquisition and supports skill development through training programs.

Cowboy

Series C in 2022
Cowboy is an innovative electric bike manufacturer focused on enhancing urban mobility for city riders. The company designs electric bicycles that prioritize simplicity, featuring a user-friendly interface without complex gears or settings. Cowboy's bikes are equipped with intelligent motor-assistance systems that automatically adjust to the rider's speed and pedaling force, facilitating effortless commuting. Additionally, the bicycles include features such as navigation, GPS, and live tracking, making them suitable for modern urban travel. Cowboy aims to empower individuals to navigate their cities mindfully, promoting a cycling culture that benefits both riders and their communities.

Kenbi

Series A in 2021
Kenbi is a nurse-centric outpatient care company focused on enhancing the delivery of healthcare services. It provides outpatient care management aimed at supporting nurses and addressing gaps in the healthcare system. By leveraging technology, collegial organizational structures, and human-centric design, Kenbi organizes local care teams to deliver a range of outpatient and at-home services. These services include medical care covered by insurance, as well as household assistance, guidance, and companionship for patients. The company's approach is designed to reduce the time healthcare practitioners spend on bureaucratic tasks, allowing them to focus more on patient care and improving the overall experience for patients and their families.

Podimo

Series B in 2021
Podimo is an audio entertainment subscription company designed to support podcasters by rewarding them for their creative work. The platform offers a diverse range of podcasts, including both popular titles and exclusive content from established and emerging hosts. By providing users access to a variety of podcasts, Podimo aims to enhance the listening experience, allowing users to enjoy audio content conveniently, regardless of their location or time. The company's focus on creating a supportive ecosystem for creators underscores its commitment to fostering the podcasting community.

Yaba

Series A in 2021
Yaba operates an online platform dedicated to acquiring, financing, and nurturing Amazon-based businesses. It focuses on purchasing established brands with proven sales histories, positive customer reviews, high ratings, and scalable potential. The company's goal is to facilitate the growth of these brands by providing financial support and operational resources.

Housfy

Venture Round in 2021
Housfy is a digital platform that facilitates direct transactions between private individuals for the sale of flats and houses, eliminating the need for traditional estate agents. The platform provides all necessary tools for sellers and buyers to connect online, enabling them to save on brokerage fees.

Exoticca

Series C in 2021
Exoticca is an online travel agency that specializes in providing comprehensive holiday packages designed to enhance the travel experience. These packages typically include flights, accommodations, meals, guides, and private transport to destinations around the globe. By collaborating with local travel experts, Exoticca negotiates favorable deals on various travel components, allowing them to offer high-quality trips at competitive prices. Their offerings include both partial and guided tour options, making exotic locations more accessible to a broader audience. Exoticca aims to cater to modern explorers seeking unique and luxurious adventures, creating bespoke travel experiences that align with diverse traveler preferences.

Colvin

Series C in 2021
Colvin is an innovative online flower marketplace aimed at transforming the floriculture industry, valued at $120 billion. By digitizing the supply chain, Colvin addresses significant challenges such as fragmentation, economic inefficiency, and environmental impact, which often results in up to 30% product waste from farm to retail. The company eliminates intermediaries and associated costs, allowing customers to purchase flowers directly and conveniently from home. This approach not only enhances the customer experience but also promotes greater sustainability within the industry, ensuring that flowers can be sent as expressions of love and joy in a more efficient manner.

HABYT

Series B in 2021
Habyt GmbH, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in community-driven and technologically advanced co-living spaces. The company offers a range of fully furnished private and shared apartments with flexible rental options, catering to diverse living arrangements on a global scale. Habyt's focus is on creating environments that foster connections among residents, facilitated by a digital-first approach that standardizes the housing process for both tenants and landlords. The accommodations include essential amenities such as private bedrooms equipped with desks, wardrobes, and Wi-Fi, along with cleaning services and linens. By prioritizing accessibility and comfort, Habyt aims to provide economical housing solutions for individuals seeking flexible living options.

Slerp

Series A in 2021
Slerp is an e-commerce platform designed to facilitate on-demand ordering for brands, particularly in the food and beverage sector. The company offers a white-label technology that allows businesses to create customized online storefronts, enabling them to manage inventory effectively and streamline the ordering process. Slerp's platform supports multi-premise operations, catering to restaurants and other food operators by providing direct-to-consumer online ordering options, including on-demand, same-day, and pre-orders. Additionally, it connects brands to last-mile couriers for nationwide delivery, allowing both large and small businesses to enhance their order revenues and improve customer experience through customizable checkout journeys.

EdPuzzle

Secondary Market in 2021
EdPuzzle Inc. is a U.S.-based company that specializes in an online video customization and sharing platform tailored for educational purposes. The platform allows teachers and students to find, upload, crop, and personalize videos, enhancing the learning experience. EdPuzzle combines straightforward video-editing tools with robust analytics, enabling educators to create engaging and interactive video lessons. This innovative approach not only makes video content more personal and effective but also provides insights into student performance through easy-to-understand analytics. By empowering teachers to transform any video into a compelling educational resource, EdPuzzle aims to foster greater student engagement and understanding.

Bipi

Series B in 2021
Bipi is a Madrid-based startup founded in 2017 by Hans Christ and Alejandro Vigaray. It offers consumers a flexible car subscription service as an alternative to traditional ownership. Through its digital platform, users can book, subscribe, swap, or cancel their subscriptions to new and used cars at any time, with a single, all-inclusive monthly payment covering the vehicle, insurance, maintenance, and roadside assistance. This model provides customers with convenient access to cars without the long-term commitment of ownership.

Podimo

Venture Round in 2021
Podimo is an audio entertainment subscription company designed to support podcasters by rewarding them for their creative work. The platform offers a diverse range of podcasts, including both popular titles and exclusive content from established and emerging hosts. By providing users access to a variety of podcasts, Podimo aims to enhance the listening experience, allowing users to enjoy audio content conveniently, regardless of their location or time. The company's focus on creating a supportive ecosystem for creators underscores its commitment to fostering the podcasting community.

Job&talent

Series C in 2021
Job&Talent is a leading marketplace for essential work, specializing in matching individuals with companies through its advanced platform. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Madrid, the company utilizes technology to simplify the hiring process, offering services that include messaging, in-application hiring, staffing, and payroll management. This innovative approach leverages big-data matching technology to enhance recruitment efficiency and quality. In 2022, Job&Talent successfully placed over 340,000 workers in more than 2,500 companies, generating €1.9 billion in revenue. Operating in ten countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America, Job&Talent is recognized as the highest-valued unicorn in Spain, with a valuation of $2.4 billion and support from prominent investors. The company is committed to expanding its reach and continuing to deliver reliable, flexible work solutions for both job seekers and employers.

Slerp

Seed Round in 2020
Slerp is an e-commerce platform designed to facilitate on-demand ordering for brands, particularly in the food and beverage sector. The company offers a white-label technology that allows businesses to create customized online storefronts, enabling them to manage inventory effectively and streamline the ordering process. Slerp's platform supports multi-premise operations, catering to restaurants and other food operators by providing direct-to-consumer online ordering options, including on-demand, same-day, and pre-orders. Additionally, it connects brands to last-mile couriers for nationwide delivery, allowing both large and small businesses to enhance their order revenues and improve customer experience through customizable checkout journeys.

Exoticca

Series B in 2020
Exoticca is an online travel agency that specializes in providing comprehensive holiday packages designed to enhance the travel experience. These packages typically include flights, accommodations, meals, guides, and private transport to destinations around the globe. By collaborating with local travel experts, Exoticca negotiates favorable deals on various travel components, allowing them to offer high-quality trips at competitive prices. Their offerings include both partial and guided tour options, making exotic locations more accessible to a broader audience. Exoticca aims to cater to modern explorers seeking unique and luxurious adventures, creating bespoke travel experiences that align with diverse traveler preferences.

Colvin

Series B in 2020
Colvin is an innovative online flower marketplace aimed at transforming the floriculture industry, valued at $120 billion. By digitizing the supply chain, Colvin addresses significant challenges such as fragmentation, economic inefficiency, and environmental impact, which often results in up to 30% product waste from farm to retail. The company eliminates intermediaries and associated costs, allowing customers to purchase flowers directly and conveniently from home. This approach not only enhances the customer experience but also promotes greater sustainability within the industry, ensuring that flowers can be sent as expressions of love and joy in a more efficient manner.
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