Alpana Ventures

Alpana Ventures is a venture capital firm headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with additional offices in Paris, France, and Saratoga, California. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage investments, focusing primarily on MedTech, fintech, mobility, marketplaces, and SaaS sectors. Alpana Ventures aims to leverage the technological expertise found in Switzerland and Europe, particularly in the context of digital transformation. By bridging European startups with opportunities in Silicon Valley, the firm provides its portfolio companies with access to resources such as experienced talent, venture growth capital, and potential M&A prospects. The firm typically invests in companies based in the Asia-Pacific region, Switzerland, and the United States, looking for innovative solutions in areas such as healthcare, information technology, finance, enterprise solutions, social media, gaming, and cybersecurity.

Nathalie Chemtob

Co-Founder & Partner

Christophe Chemtob

Co-Founder & Partner

Pascal H. Widmer

Founding Partner

Past deals in Zurich

Mila

Seed Round in 2022
Mila AG is a mobile community marketplace that connects users with local service providers for various tasks and products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, the company has expanded its presence with offices in Shanghai, New York, London, and Cluj-Napoca. Mila aims to facilitate access to technological advancements by allowing users to find expert assistance in their neighborhoods on demand. The platform is designed to be user-friendly and affordable, ensuring that individuals who may not have the time or technical expertise can still benefit from modern innovations. As of October 2015, Mila operates as a subsidiary of Swisscom AG.

Tinamu

Seed Round in 2021
Tinamu Labs AG specializes in developing advanced software solutions that utilize drones for various applications, including multi-camera live streaming for sports, production filming, and business management. Founded in 2018 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, the company has created a platform that transforms commercially available drones into professional-grade camera equipment. This data acquisition platform supports environment-independent drone operations and features a dashboard for visualizing information, alongside analytics software hosted on a secure cloud. Tinamu's technology facilitates indoor inspection automation, enabling businesses to perform precise data collection and analysis for asset management, surveillance, inventory oversight, and other operational needs.

emonitor

Series A in 2021
eMonitor GmbH is a Zurich-based company that specializes in property management software aimed at apartment managers, municipalities, and social housing cooperatives. Founded in 2014, eMonitor has developed MiMo, a comprehensive B2B platform that digitizes the rental process from initial tenant contact to contract signing. The software facilitates apartment matching based on various criteria, such as social, environmental, and financial considerations. It streamlines the management of tenant applications, automates credit checks, and enhances communication with prospective tenants. Additionally, eMonitor's platform includes analytics tools that assess socio-demographic factors and urban development trends, helping property owners optimize tenant selection and improve overall satisfaction.

LEND

Series B in 2020
LEND provides peer to peer lending in Switzerland. It connects investors with borrowers. Moreover, investors earn substantial returns and borrowers benefit from low interest rates. The company is based in Switzerland and it was founded in 2015.

LEND

Series B in 2020
LEND provides peer to peer lending in Switzerland. It connects investors with borrowers. Moreover, investors earn substantial returns and borrowers benefit from low interest rates. The company is based in Switzerland and it was founded in 2015.

Mila

Seed Round in 2020
Mila AG is a mobile community marketplace that connects users with local service providers for various tasks and products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, the company has expanded its presence with offices in Shanghai, New York, London, and Cluj-Napoca. Mila aims to facilitate access to technological advancements by allowing users to find expert assistance in their neighborhoods on demand. The platform is designed to be user-friendly and affordable, ensuring that individuals who may not have the time or technical expertise can still benefit from modern innovations. As of October 2015, Mila operates as a subsidiary of Swisscom AG.

Nezasa

Series A in 2020
Nezasa AG is a travel booking platform based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2012, that caters to individual travelers in Asia. The company provides a sophisticated software solution for creating, personalizing, and booking travel packages, allowing customers to conveniently book hotels, transfers, activities, and more. Nezasa's platform is designed to support both economy and business class packages, as well as specialized services for avid golfers and short leisure trips for business travelers from Shanghai. The platform enables users to instantly plan and adjust itineraries according to their preferences while ensuring consistency and managing complexity, thus enhancing the overall travel experience.

LuckaBox

Seed Round in 2020
LuckaBox Logistics AG is a logistics company that operates an online platform connecting retailers with courier service providers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, LuckaBox offers a customer-centric solution that enables retailers to manage on-demand and last-mile deliveries efficiently. The platform provides flexible delivery options, allowing users to book their preferred delivery times. With an extensive network of professional courier partners, LuckaBox serves all major cities in Switzerland, giving retailers a competitive edge in the logistics market.

Voliro

Seed Round in 2020
Voliro Airborne Robotics, founded in 2019 and located in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of advanced flying robots and autonomous drone solutions for inspection and maintenance tasks. The company aims to enhance safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in these operations compared to traditional methods. Voliro's innovative unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) feature a unique omnidirectional design, allowing the position and orientation of the drone to be independent. This capability is essential for reliable interactions with various environments. Equipped with a tiltable rotor system, Voliro's drones can perform tasks beyond simple observation, enabling them to "fly, see, and touch." They can also accommodate various payloads, including Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) sensors, facilitating the inspection of complex surfaces such as curves and slopes. This distinctive 360° design sets Voliro apart in the flying inspection robot market.

Tinamu

Seed Round in 2020
Tinamu Labs AG specializes in developing advanced software solutions that utilize drones for various applications, including multi-camera live streaming for sports, production filming, and business management. Founded in 2018 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, the company has created a platform that transforms commercially available drones into professional-grade camera equipment. This data acquisition platform supports environment-independent drone operations and features a dashboard for visualizing information, alongside analytics software hosted on a secure cloud. Tinamu's technology facilitates indoor inspection automation, enabling businesses to perform precise data collection and analysis for asset management, surveillance, inventory oversight, and other operational needs.

Beekeeper

Series B in 2020
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

N-Dream AG (AirConsole)

Series A in 2019
N-Dream is the company behind AirConsole is a cloud-based multiplayer game console that uses smartphones as gamepads.They are building a next-gen online game console.

emonitor

Series A in 2019
eMonitor GmbH is a Zurich-based company that specializes in property management software aimed at apartment managers, municipalities, and social housing cooperatives. Founded in 2014, eMonitor has developed MiMo, a comprehensive B2B platform that digitizes the rental process from initial tenant contact to contract signing. The software facilitates apartment matching based on various criteria, such as social, environmental, and financial considerations. It streamlines the management of tenant applications, automates credit checks, and enhances communication with prospective tenants. Additionally, eMonitor's platform includes analytics tools that assess socio-demographic factors and urban development trends, helping property owners optimize tenant selection and improve overall satisfaction.

LuckaBox

Seed Round in 2019
LuckaBox Logistics AG is a logistics company that operates an online platform connecting retailers with courier service providers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, LuckaBox offers a customer-centric solution that enables retailers to manage on-demand and last-mile deliveries efficiently. The platform provides flexible delivery options, allowing users to book their preferred delivery times. With an extensive network of professional courier partners, LuckaBox serves all major cities in Switzerland, giving retailers a competitive edge in the logistics market.

Nezasa

Series A in 2018
Nezasa AG is a travel booking platform based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2012, that caters to individual travelers in Asia. The company provides a sophisticated software solution for creating, personalizing, and booking travel packages, allowing customers to conveniently book hotels, transfers, activities, and more. Nezasa's platform is designed to support both economy and business class packages, as well as specialized services for avid golfers and short leisure trips for business travelers from Shanghai. The platform enables users to instantly plan and adjust itineraries according to their preferences while ensuring consistency and managing complexity, thus enhancing the overall travel experience.

LEND

Series A in 2018
LEND provides peer to peer lending in Switzerland. It connects investors with borrowers. Moreover, investors earn substantial returns and borrowers benefit from low interest rates. The company is based in Switzerland and it was founded in 2015.

Beekeeper

Series A in 2018
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Ava

Series B in 2018
Ava AG, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in women's health by developing the Ava bracelet, a wearable sensor device designed for nighttime use. This bracelet measures various physiological parameters to accurately predict a woman's fertile window and ovulation. The information gathered by the bracelet is accessible through a complementary mobile application, enabling users to gain insights into their reproductive health. Ava is committed to empowering women by providing them with the tools necessary to make informed decisions regarding their health and well-being. The company also maintains an office in Hong Kong to support its operations.

LEND

Series A in 2017
LEND provides peer to peer lending in Switzerland. It connects investors with borrowers. Moreover, investors earn substantial returns and borrowers benefit from low interest rates. The company is based in Switzerland and it was founded in 2015.

Beekeeper

Series A in 2017
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Nezasa

Seed Round in 2016
Nezasa AG is a travel booking platform based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2012, that caters to individual travelers in Asia. The company provides a sophisticated software solution for creating, personalizing, and booking travel packages, allowing customers to conveniently book hotels, transfers, activities, and more. Nezasa's platform is designed to support both economy and business class packages, as well as specialized services for avid golfers and short leisure trips for business travelers from Shanghai. The platform enables users to instantly plan and adjust itineraries according to their preferences while ensuring consistency and managing complexity, thus enhancing the overall travel experience.

Ava

Series A in 2016
Ava AG, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in women's health by developing the Ava bracelet, a wearable sensor device designed for nighttime use. This bracelet measures various physiological parameters to accurately predict a woman's fertile window and ovulation. The information gathered by the bracelet is accessible through a complementary mobile application, enabling users to gain insights into their reproductive health. Ava is committed to empowering women by providing them with the tools necessary to make informed decisions regarding their health and well-being. The company also maintains an office in Hong Kong to support its operations.

LEND

Seed Round in 2016
LEND provides peer to peer lending in Switzerland. It connects investors with borrowers. Moreover, investors earn substantial returns and borrowers benefit from low interest rates. The company is based in Switzerland and it was founded in 2015.

Beekeeper

Seed Round in 2016
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.