Ananda Impact Ventures

Ananda Impact Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Munich, Germany, established in 2011. The firm specializes in investing in technology businesses that address significant social and ecological challenges, emphasizing scalability and sustainability. Ananda focuses on sectors such as health, education, inclusion, aging populations, long-term unemployment, the future of work, and sustainable consumption. With a pan-European investment strategy, the firm primarily targets opportunities in the DACH region, the UK, Benelux, and the Nordics. Its active portfolio includes innovative companies like Klim, which specializes in carbon farming; Open Bionics, known for bionic prostheses for children; IESO Digital Health, which offers online psychotherapy; and Ororatech, which employs satellite technology to combat forest fires.

Alina Bassi

Investment Manager

Mascha Bonk

Investment Manager

Jonty Corrin

Investment Analyst

Florian Erber

Founder and Managing Partner

Felix Ferstl

Principal

Lennart Hergel

Partner

Felix Hilti

Associate

Alexandra Irrgang

Investment Manager

Mike Kennedy

Venture Partner

Bernd Klosterkemper

Partner

Hannah Looks

Investment Manager

Zoe Peden

Principal

Aline Vedder

Investment Manager

Johannes Weber

Founder and Managing Partner

61 past transactions

Ocean Ledger

Pre Seed Round in 2025
Ocean Ledger operates as a geospatial analytics start-up. Ocean Ledger provides precision analytics to design, implement & monitor coastal mitigation and adaptation.

Elio

Pre Seed Round in 2025
Elio is an eco-designed artificial intelligence partner that supports scientists in identifying drug targets with a higher success rate and is also built to accelerate sustainable manufacturing. They build a software tool that acts as a partner for the scientist, engineer, or product designer tasked with designing a manufacturing process to improve its sustainability impact.

NatureMetrics

Series B in 2025
NatureMetrics specializes in biodiversity monitoring by utilizing environmental DNA (eDNA) to provide clear insights into natural ecosystems. The company has developed a platform that identifies and quantifies various organisms within the environment, leveraging advanced molecular techniques and scientific expertise. This technology allows for the detection of numerous species over extensive spatial and temporal scales, making it a valuable tool for environmentalists. NatureMetrics supports various applications, including conservation efforts and environmental impact assessments, by offering precise data that informs effective decision-making regarding biodiversity management.

Differential Bio

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Differential Bio is integrating scale-down experiments with AI-based modeling to optimize how industry-relevant microbes grow ("biomass fermentation") and produce ("precision fermentation"). By optimizing bioprocesses and growth conditions, the company is not only increasing their clients' R&D efficiency but also dramatically improving bioproduction outcomes such as yield, cost efficiency, and product quality.

Klim

Series A in 2024
Klim enables farmers to transition to regenerative agriculture at scale by providing them financial support, knowledge, documentation tools, and a community via our digital companion for farmers. Klim-verified carbon removal credits, generated by Klim farmers, help companies to transition to net zero by offsetting their carbon emissions locally and with maximum impact and transparency.

OroraTech

Series B in 2024
OroraTech is a global intelligence-as-a-service company focused on leveraging thermal data to promote sustainability. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, with operations in Canada and Brazil, OroraTech has developed a comprehensive monitoring network that provides real-time situational awareness and risk alerts for wildfire detection. Their flagship product, the Wildfire Solution, utilizes high-resolution thermal data from a proprietary nanosatellite constellation and public space-based sensors, allowing for the detection of fires of any scale at any time. This innovative technology enables clients to access reliable data and first-in-class algorithms for effective wildfire detection and severe weather forecasting. With a team of over 100 experts, OroraTech is dedicated to providing advanced solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Ovom Care

Seed Round in 2024
Ovom Care is a healthcare company that utilizes artificial intelligence to offer personalized reproductive care services. It specializes in a range of fertility-related offerings, including fertility assessments, preservation, treatments, donor services, egg freezing, and in vitro fertilization (IVF). By providing these services, Ovom Care aims to support patients in making informed decisions regarding their fertility journeys.

Quantistry

Venture Round in 2024
Quantistry specializes in advanced chemical simulations utilizing quantum chemistry and machine learning. The company provides a cloud-based platform that enhances the development process for chemical, materials science, and pharmaceutical products. By offering a user-friendly interface and maintaining high security standards, Quantistry enables customers to streamline and expedite their research and development efforts, thereby gaining a competitive edge in their respective fields.

Resistomap

Seed Round in 2023
Resistomap offers a data-driven laboratory service focused on monitoring antibiotic resistance in environmental samples. The company aims to mitigate the spread of antibiotic resistance by providing robust monitoring tools. It utilizes advanced techniques in molecular genetics and data science, along with high-throughput real-time polymerase chain reaction technology. This combination allows Resistomap to deliver comprehensive laboratory and analysis services for the environmental monitoring of antibiotic resistance, thereby supporting efforts to address this critical public health issue.

Resourcify

Series A in 2023
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

AIRMO

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Airmo is a space technology company focused on measuring greenhouse gas emissions, specifically carbon dioxide and methane. It provides independent data through a constellation of small satellites equipped with advanced light detection and ranging instruments. This innovative technology enables clients to access near real-time data, allowing them to monitor emissions from individual facilities globally. Airmo's solutions aim to enhance transparency and accountability in tracking greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to efforts in environmental sustainability.

Dorm

Series A in 2023
Oneday’s mission is to create the next 1 Billion entrepreneurs in the world. As technology drives down the cost of starting a business, more people are launching a business than ever before. But 85% of these businesses are failing, and existing products are failing to help. We solve this issue by creating technology that automates large parts of the business launch process, and merging it with university integrations that allow our members to earn university credits as they build their businesses.

DrDoctor

Series B in 2023
DrDoctor is a London-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in cloud-based patient management tools aimed at enhancing patient engagement and streamlining healthcare processes. The company's platform allows patients to access their bookings, care plans, test results, and hospital information, as well as manage appointments online through mobile or text. By facilitating remote care and self-booking, DrDoctor empowers patients to take an active role in their healthcare, while enabling healthcare providers to communicate more effectively with their patients. This innovative approach transforms traditional healthcare interactions, fostering a collaborative environment between patients and medical professionals.

EcoG

Series A in 2022
EcoG GmbH specializes in designing and developing an Internet of Things (IoT) operating system tailored for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Fürth, Germany, with additional offices in Oslo and Detroit, EcoG provides a comprehensive starter kit that encompasses charging control, backend connectivity, payment solutions, and application components. The company’s platform facilitates the integration of IoT protocols and supports an open API architecture, allowing charger manufacturers to innovate and enhance their services similarly to app development. By connecting users, vehicles, and infrastructure, EcoG creates value-added services that help businesses differentiate themselves in the EV charging market. The company's offerings also enable a customized fast-charging experience and promote shared revenue streams for charger operators.

OroraTech

Series A in 2022
OroraTech is a global intelligence-as-a-service company focused on leveraging thermal data to promote sustainability. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, with operations in Canada and Brazil, OroraTech has developed a comprehensive monitoring network that provides real-time situational awareness and risk alerts for wildfire detection. Their flagship product, the Wildfire Solution, utilizes high-resolution thermal data from a proprietary nanosatellite constellation and public space-based sensors, allowing for the detection of fires of any scale at any time. This innovative technology enables clients to access reliable data and first-in-class algorithms for effective wildfire detection and severe weather forecasting. With a team of over 100 experts, OroraTech is dedicated to providing advanced solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Klim

Seed Round in 2022
Klim enables farmers to transition to regenerative agriculture at scale by providing them financial support, knowledge, documentation tools, and a community via our digital companion for farmers. Klim-verified carbon removal credits, generated by Klim farmers, help companies to transition to net zero by offsetting their carbon emissions locally and with maximum impact and transparency.

Voiio

Seed Round in 2022
Voiio is a comprehensive benefits platform designed to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of employees and their families. By focusing on a people-first culture, Voiio offers a wide array of services that include company childcare, planning for day trips, weekly activities, and summer camps tailored to children's needs. The platform provides diverse digital, local, and regional offerings across categories such as family and social life, mental and physical health, and personal challenges. Utilizing a proprietary matchmaking algorithm, Voiio ensures that the unique needs of each employee are met, enabling businesses to foster a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance.

Nature Metrics

Series B in 2022
Nature Metrics Ltd is a biotechnology company based in Egham, United Kingdom, specializing in DNA-based monitoring for biodiversity assessment. Established in 2014, the company employs advanced genetic techniques to detect species presence through environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis. It provides services for various applications, including crested newt eDNA assessments, DNA testing for chytrid fungus, and surveys for fish and amphibians. In addition, Nature Metrics utilizes metabarcoding, which sequences specific DNA regions to identify species by comparing them to reference databases, and metagenomics, which offers insights into species abundance and biomass from individual samples. By isolating unique genetic signatures shed by organisms into their environments, Nature Metrics effectively monitors ecological networks and supports impact assessments and adaptive management strategies.

NatureMetrics

Venture Round in 2022
NatureMetrics specializes in biodiversity monitoring by utilizing environmental DNA (eDNA) to provide clear insights into natural ecosystems. The company has developed a platform that identifies and quantifies various organisms within the environment, leveraging advanced molecular techniques and scientific expertise. This technology allows for the detection of numerous species over extensive spatial and temporal scales, making it a valuable tool for environmentalists. NatureMetrics supports various applications, including conservation efforts and environmental impact assessments, by offering precise data that informs effective decision-making regarding biodiversity management.

Mika

Series A in 2022
Mika is a digital platform that empowers cancer patients. It aims to help improve cancer patients' mental health and well-being. Mika was created in collaboration with leading research institutions. The company was established in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Resourcify

Venture Round in 2022
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

auticon

Venture Round in 2022
auticon GmbH is a consulting firm based in Berlin, Germany, with additional offices in Munich and Düsseldorf. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in information technology services, particularly in software testing and quality assurance. auticon employs autistic individuals exclusively as software testers, leveraging their unique skills to provide high-quality workmanship in various areas, including static code analysis, functional testing, usability testing, and data analysis. The company's services cater to a diverse clientele, including software producers, IT firms, consulting companies, and public institutions. By focusing on the strengths of its workforce, auticon not only delivers exceptional testing services but also promotes inclusivity within the tech industry.

Ieso

Series B in 2021
Ieso Digital Health Ltd. is a provider of online, evidence-based mental health therapy, focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) delivered through a digital platform. The company offers one-to-one therapy sessions for various mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and phobias, as well as support for chronic physical health problems and cognitive impairments. Ieso's innovative approach combines proprietary technology with natural language processing and artificial intelligence to enhance therapy delivery through real-time monitoring and assessment. This enables therapists to provide effective care in a virtual environment, allowing patients to access support at their convenience. Serving a diverse clientele that includes health providers, private individuals, and businesses, Ieso aims to transform mental healthcare by making it more accessible and scalable. Founded in 2000 and based in Swavesey, United Kingdom, Ieso was previously known as PsychologyOnline.co.uk Limited before rebranding in 2015.

Ieso

Series B in 2021
Ieso Digital Health Ltd. is a provider of online, evidence-based mental health therapy, focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) delivered through a digital platform. The company offers one-to-one therapy sessions for various mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and phobias, as well as support for chronic physical health problems and cognitive impairments. Ieso's innovative approach combines proprietary technology with natural language processing and artificial intelligence to enhance therapy delivery through real-time monitoring and assessment. This enables therapists to provide effective care in a virtual environment, allowing patients to access support at their convenience. Serving a diverse clientele that includes health providers, private individuals, and businesses, Ieso aims to transform mental healthcare by making it more accessible and scalable. Founded in 2000 and based in Swavesey, United Kingdom, Ieso was previously known as PsychologyOnline.co.uk Limited before rebranding in 2015.

Closed Loop Medicine

Series A in 2021
Closed Loop Medicine Ltd is a healthcare technology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative solutions that combine prescription drugs with digital therapies. Founded by a team of experienced healthcare professionals and life scientists, the company aims to optimize medication dosing through real-time feedback and linked behavioral therapy to enhance patient outcomes. Currently, Closed Loop Medicine is developing products targeting hypertension and insomnia, alongside a diverse pipeline addressing various chronic diseases. The company prioritizes the needs of both patients and clinicians in the design and development of its offerings, striving to integrate technology effectively within the healthcare system.

Caspar

Series B in 2021
Caspar Health is a provider of digital rehabilitation services that facilitates recovery for individuals following illness or accidents. The company offers an online virtual rehabilitation platform that enables healthcare professionals to deliver tailored, tele-rehabilitation care. This platform includes preconfigured therapy plans that consist of movement exercises, educational seminars, lectures, and relaxation modules, allowing for effective patient care regardless of time and location. Caspar Health is recognized for its contributions to tele-rehabilitation aftercare, particularly through its collaboration with the German Pension Fund. The aim of Caspar Health is to enhance accessibility to rehabilitation services and support individuals in regaining their independence.

OroraTech

Series A in 2021
OroraTech is a global intelligence-as-a-service company focused on leveraging thermal data to promote sustainability. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, with operations in Canada and Brazil, OroraTech has developed a comprehensive monitoring network that provides real-time situational awareness and risk alerts for wildfire detection. Their flagship product, the Wildfire Solution, utilizes high-resolution thermal data from a proprietary nanosatellite constellation and public space-based sensors, allowing for the detection of fires of any scale at any time. This innovative technology enables clients to access reliable data and first-in-class algorithms for effective wildfire detection and severe weather forecasting. With a team of over 100 experts, OroraTech is dedicated to providing advanced solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Klim

Seed Round in 2021
Klim enables farmers to transition to regenerative agriculture at scale by providing them financial support, knowledge, documentation tools, and a community via our digital companion for farmers. Klim-verified carbon removal credits, generated by Klim farmers, help companies to transition to net zero by offsetting their carbon emissions locally and with maximum impact and transparency.

Mika

Venture Round in 2021
Mika is a digital platform that empowers cancer patients. It aims to help improve cancer patients' mental health and well-being. Mika was created in collaboration with leading research institutions. The company was established in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Mika

Series A in 2021
Mika is a digital platform that empowers cancer patients. It aims to help improve cancer patients' mental health and well-being. Mika was created in collaboration with leading research institutions. The company was established in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

DrDoctor

Series A in 2020
DrDoctor is a London-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in cloud-based patient management tools aimed at enhancing patient engagement and streamlining healthcare processes. The company's platform allows patients to access their bookings, care plans, test results, and hospital information, as well as manage appointments online through mobile or text. By facilitating remote care and self-booking, DrDoctor empowers patients to take an active role in their healthcare, while enabling healthcare providers to communicate more effectively with their patients. This innovative approach transforms traditional healthcare interactions, fostering a collaborative environment between patients and medical professionals.

EcoG

Seed Round in 2020
EcoG GmbH specializes in designing and developing an Internet of Things (IoT) operating system tailored for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Fürth, Germany, with additional offices in Oslo and Detroit, EcoG provides a comprehensive starter kit that encompasses charging control, backend connectivity, payment solutions, and application components. The company’s platform facilitates the integration of IoT protocols and supports an open API architecture, allowing charger manufacturers to innovate and enhance their services similarly to app development. By connecting users, vehicles, and infrastructure, EcoG creates value-added services that help businesses differentiate themselves in the EV charging market. The company's offerings also enable a customized fast-charging experience and promote shared revenue streams for charger operators.

Media4Care

Series A in 2020
Media4Care specializes in multimedia services aimed at enhancing the care of seniors with cognitive impairments. Established in 2013, the company developed its first program, Media dementia, in collaboration with healthcare professionals, focusing on the activation and engagement of individuals with dementia. Their offerings include an interactive online library that features movies, songs, and games designed specifically for therapeutic use. Media4Care also provides digital assistance systems, utilizing tablets that are user-friendly for elderly care, with features such as large buttons and durable designs. These tools are tailored to facilitate both individual and group support, ultimately improving the quality of life for seniors and alleviating some of the daily challenges faced by caregivers and family members.

Doctor24

Private Equity Round in 2020
Doktor24 group of companies are able to serve all emerging individual and corporate customer needs in the following areas: allergology, internal medicine, dermatology, dietetics, otolaryngology, cardiology, gynecology, orthopedics, rheumatology, ophthalmology, urology, blood sampling without queuing, imaging diagnostics ( X-rays, ultrasound, mammography), complex health screenings (so-called managerial screening).

Caspar

Series A in 2020
Caspar Health is a provider of digital rehabilitation services that facilitates recovery for individuals following illness or accidents. The company offers an online virtual rehabilitation platform that enables healthcare professionals to deliver tailored, tele-rehabilitation care. This platform includes preconfigured therapy plans that consist of movement exercises, educational seminars, lectures, and relaxation modules, allowing for effective patient care regardless of time and location. Caspar Health is recognized for its contributions to tele-rehabilitation aftercare, particularly through its collaboration with the German Pension Fund. The aim of Caspar Health is to enhance accessibility to rehabilitation services and support individuals in regaining their independence.

Mika

Seed Round in 2019
Mika is a digital platform that empowers cancer patients. It aims to help improve cancer patients' mental health and well-being. Mika was created in collaboration with leading research institutions. The company was established in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Voiio

Seed Round in 2019
Voiio is a comprehensive benefits platform designed to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of employees and their families. By focusing on a people-first culture, Voiio offers a wide array of services that include company childcare, planning for day trips, weekly activities, and summer camps tailored to children's needs. The platform provides diverse digital, local, and regional offerings across categories such as family and social life, mental and physical health, and personal challenges. Utilizing a proprietary matchmaking algorithm, Voiio ensures that the unique needs of each employee are met, enabling businesses to foster a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance.

Open Bionics

Series A in 2019
Open Bionics Ltd. is a company based in Bristol, United Kingdom, that develops and manufactures robotic bionic hands, primarily focusing on individuals with upper limb differences. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in creating the Hero Arm, a lightweight and customizable bionic arm specifically designed for under-elbow amputees. The Hero Arm features a ventilated, adjustable socket and offers a variety of removable aesthetic covers, including popular designs from Disney and iconic characters like Iron Man and R2D2. Open Bionics aims to make advanced bionic technology more accessible by providing 3D printed bionic hand kits and components, which are available for purchase online. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance mobility and improve the quality of life for amputees and individuals interested in assistive technology.

Arbor Education

Venture Round in 2018
Arbor Education is focused on transforming educational practices within schools by enhancing efficiency and improving student outcomes. The company offers a Management Information System designed to automate various school workflows, which helps save teachers valuable time. Additionally, Arbor provides benchmarking analytics that assist in identifying areas of concern, thereby facilitating quicker interventions. This dual approach aims to streamline operations in educational settings while ensuring that students receive the support they need to succeed.

Hometouch

Seed Round in 2018
Hometouch is a leading home care marketplace in Europe that connects families seeking care services with professional caregivers in their vicinity. Founded by Dr. Jamie Wilson, a former NHS dementia specialist, the company focuses on providing exceptional care for individuals with dementia and other neurodegenerative conditions. Hometouch aims to revolutionize the home care industry by offering a platform where care seekers can perform localized searches for caregivers, filter based on specific experiences, view video profiles, and read customer reviews. With over three million people in the UK affected by age-related cognitive impairment, Hometouch addresses a significant health crisis by promoting brain health-focused care, which it believes can change perceptions of dementia and cognitive decline from an inevitable aging process to a manageable condition.

Xperiome

Series A in 2018
Xperiome is a global health technology company focused on enhancing the understanding of rare diseases for pharmaceutical companies. Through its platform, Raremark, Xperiome provides a comprehensive repository of patient experiences, enabling faster and more effective matching of research-ready patients to clinical and real-world studies. The platform facilitates informed decision-making for patients and families by offering accessible information on the latest research and treatments. By aggregating and anonymizing patient data, Xperiome supports biopharmaceutical companies in reducing the time and cost associated with clinical development. This approach not only raises health literacy among patients but also fosters informed participation in medical research, ultimately improving the quality of existing therapies and aiding the discovery of new treatments.

mobileJob

Seed Round in 2018
mobileJobs GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in mobile recruiting solutions. Founded in 2014 by Steffen Manes and Kai Daniels, mobileJob provides a mobile application that streamlines the hiring process across various sectors, including retail, packaging, logistics, and facility management. The platform allows businesses to advertise job openings, process applications, and conduct interviews using mobile phones, text messages, and online tools. Additionally, mobileJob offers features for managing and tracking candidates throughout the recruitment process, making it easier for companies to connect with potential employees through social media and other digital platforms.

Careship

Series B in 2018
Careship is a Berlin-based company established in 2015 that specializes in in-home elderly care services. It assists families in finding qualified caregivers for their loved ones, allowing them to age at home with dignity and comfort. The company employs a matchmaking algorithm to connect families with suitable home-based caregivers, facilitating efficient coordination among all parties involved. Additionally, Careship provides guidance on insurance benefits, ensuring that elderly individuals receive the support they need. By blending technology with a personal touch, Careship aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors and their families.

Ieso

Venture Round in 2017
Ieso Digital Health Ltd. is a provider of online, evidence-based mental health therapy, focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) delivered through a digital platform. The company offers one-to-one therapy sessions for various mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and phobias, as well as support for chronic physical health problems and cognitive impairments. Ieso's innovative approach combines proprietary technology with natural language processing and artificial intelligence to enhance therapy delivery through real-time monitoring and assessment. This enables therapists to provide effective care in a virtual environment, allowing patients to access support at their convenience. Serving a diverse clientele that includes health providers, private individuals, and businesses, Ieso aims to transform mental healthcare by making it more accessible and scalable. Founded in 2000 and based in Swavesey, United Kingdom, Ieso was previously known as PsychologyOnline.co.uk Limited before rebranding in 2015.

Company Bike Solutions

Venture Round in 2017
Company Bike Solutions (CBS) specializes in providing bicycle and e-bike leasing services tailored for medium and large corporations. Through a service portal, employees of partner companies can lease various types of bikes, including mountain, road, and trekking options, based on a master agreement with CBS. The company delivers the ordered bikes directly to the workplace, facilitating convenient access for employees. This initiative not only promotes sustainable commuting but also enhances employer branding and reputation by offering a cost-neutral mobility solution that supports employee health and well-being. The bikes can be utilized for various purposes beyond commuting, encouraging a more active lifestyle among employees.

ResQ Club

Venture Round in 2017
ResQ Club is a Finnish company focused on reducing food waste by connecting consumers with sustainable restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores that offer surplus food at discounted prices. Through its proprietary location-based mobile and web service, ResQ enables users to easily discover nearby establishments where they can purchase surplus meals, thereby preventing food from being wasted. The company aims to address the significant issue of food waste in urban environments, where it is estimated that 10% of food produced in restaurants is discarded. By facilitating these transactions, ResQ Club not only provides affordable meal options but also contributes to a more sustainable food ecosystem, striving to eliminate food waste in the food service industry.

Arbor Education

Venture Round in 2017
Arbor Education is focused on transforming educational practices within schools by enhancing efficiency and improving student outcomes. The company offers a Management Information System designed to automate various school workflows, which helps save teachers valuable time. Additionally, Arbor provides benchmarking analytics that assist in identifying areas of concern, thereby facilitating quicker interventions. This dual approach aims to streamline operations in educational settings while ensuring that students receive the support they need to succeed.

Repositive

Series A in 2017
Repositive Ltd operates an online platform that facilitates access to human genomic data for researchers and organizations. The platform aggregates metadata from various genomic datasets worldwide, enabling users to discover available data and manage their data sources. It supports data visibility within the research community and fosters collaboration through secure, privacy-preserving mechanisms. Additionally, Repositive provides a range of services including data scouting, access applications, policy reviews, and the establishment of data catalogues. The company also offers the PDX Consortium, aimed at developing pre-competitive resources for patient-derived xenograft molecular data. Founded in 2013 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Repositive was previously known as Nucleobase Limited before rebranding in 2015.

Talea

Seed Round in 2017
Talea focuses on enhancing the quality of life for individuals requiring care, their families, and caregivers. The company offers nursing and care services designed to address the evolving needs of the care market. By facilitating improved interaction and coordination among all parties involved, Talea aims to alleviate worry, stress, and guilt associated with caregiving. Their services also assist families in finding suitable caregivers, allowing patients to easily arrange temporary caregiver replacements when needed. Additionally, Talea strives to simplify communication with payers, physicians, and pharmacies, thereby streamlining the overall care experience.

Mealsaver

Seed Round in 2016
MealSaver is a Berlin-based startup focused on combating food waste through its innovative mobile application. The app allows customers to purchase leftover food portions from restaurants, thereby minimizing food wastage. By connecting consumers with available surplus food, MealSaver not only helps reduce environmental impact but also provides an economical option for consumers seeking affordable meal solutions. The company aims to create a sustainable food ecosystem by encouraging responsible consumption and supporting local businesses.

BrightSpark

Convertible Note in 2016
BrightSpark embraces technology to deliver the benefit of one-to-one numeracy support to classrooms across the UK.

Ieso

Venture Round in 2015
Ieso Digital Health Ltd. is a provider of online, evidence-based mental health therapy, focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) delivered through a digital platform. The company offers one-to-one therapy sessions for various mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and phobias, as well as support for chronic physical health problems and cognitive impairments. Ieso's innovative approach combines proprietary technology with natural language processing and artificial intelligence to enhance therapy delivery through real-time monitoring and assessment. This enables therapists to provide effective care in a virtual environment, allowing patients to access support at their convenience. Serving a diverse clientele that includes health providers, private individuals, and businesses, Ieso aims to transform mental healthcare by making it more accessible and scalable. Founded in 2000 and based in Swavesey, United Kingdom, Ieso was previously known as PsychologyOnline.co.uk Limited before rebranding in 2015.

Media4Care

Seed Round in 2015
Media4Care specializes in multimedia services aimed at enhancing the care of seniors with cognitive impairments. Established in 2013, the company developed its first program, Media dementia, in collaboration with healthcare professionals, focusing on the activation and engagement of individuals with dementia. Their offerings include an interactive online library that features movies, songs, and games designed specifically for therapeutic use. Media4Care also provides digital assistance systems, utilizing tablets that are user-friendly for elderly care, with features such as large buttons and durable designs. These tools are tailored to facilitate both individual and group support, ultimately improving the quality of life for seniors and alleviating some of the daily challenges faced by caregivers and family members.

Little Bird GmbH

Venture Round in 2014
Little Bird GmbH, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing software that facilitates the allocation of childcare slots. The company offers interactive solutions aimed at making the process of assigning places in childcare centers more efficient and transparent. As of August 2018, Little Bird GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Russmedia International AG.

Insane Logic

Seed Round in 2014
Insane Logic Limited is a company based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in educational software and mobile technology designed to enhance language development and communication skills. Founded in 2008, the company is best known for its innovative tool, MyChoicePad, which facilitates communication for both children and adults. MyChoicePad was developed through a collaboration between Zoe Peden, a former senior manager at The Makaton Charity, and software developer Andrew Jackman, who together envisioned a solution to assist individuals in expressing themselves more effectively.

Essex Social Impact Bond

Venture Round in 2012
Over the past two years Social Finance, with the support of the Big Lottery Fund, has worked with four Local Authorities including Essex County Council (ECC) to explore the feasibility of using the Social Impact Bond mechanism to fund intensive prevention programmes for vulnerable adolescents in or at the edge of care. Essex County Council is the first local authority to award a Social Impact Bond contract. Social Finance has been awarded a contract by Essex County Council to deliver a Social Impact Bond to provide therapeutic support and improve outcomes for adolescents at risk of going into care. Essex County Council is the first local authority to commission a Social Impact Bond in Children’s Services. The Social Venture Fund invested £ 250,000 in a combination of equity and loans, together with the main Investor Bridges Social Enterpreneurs Fund LP and Big Society Capital Limited. In addition, the Charities Aid Foundation, King Baudouin Foundation and the Barrow Cadbury Trust are invested. The total capital requirement amounts to 3.1 million GBP. The Social Venture Fund will use its knowledge about the structure of Social Impact Bonds to assess and support comparable results-oriented and evidence-based models in continental Europe can.

Kinderzentren Kunterbunt

Venture Round in 2012
Kinderzentren Kunterbunt GmbH is a provider of childcare and kindergarten services based in Nuremberg, Germany, with additional offices in Munich, Bonn, and Stuttgart. Founded in 1998, the company operates over 30 day nurseries and crèches, caring for more than 1,000 children daily. It employs approximately 360 staff members dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment for children, allowing them to explore and develop their personalities. Kinderzentren Kunterbunt also offers seminars focused on nutrition, health, and family excursions, enhancing the support provided to families. The organization specializes in company-related childcare, providing flexible and extended hours to help working parents balance their professional and family responsibilities.

Vitabook

Seed Round in 2012
vitabook GmbH is a digital health company based in Jesteburg, Germany, founded in 2010. The company focuses on developing solutions that empower patients, particularly those who are seriously or chronically ill, as well as individuals requiring nursing care. Its main product, the Vitabook health platform, allows users to maintain a personal health account that consolidates their medical information and facilitates communication with healthcare providers, including doctors, clinics, and pharmacies. By offering a patient-centered networking system, vitabook aims to improve patient engagement and help users manage their health more effectively, while also reducing the risk of dangerous medication combinations. The company, originally known as Ordermed GmbH, rebranded to vitabook GmbH in February 2015.

DEUTSCHLAND RUNDET AUF

Venture Round in 2011
DEUTSCHLAND RUNDET AUF Partner GmbH, located in Berlin, Germany, is an independent nonprofit organization focused on supporting social projects across the country. It facilitates a unique donation system that allows consumers to voluntarily round up their purchase totals by a maximum of 10 cents at checkout, with the rounded-up amounts going directly to various sustainable social initiatives. The organization ensures that every cent donated is transparently allocated to these projects, encouraging individuals to contribute to addressing social issues in Germany with minimal effort. Through this approach, DEUTSCHLAND RUNDET AUF aims to foster a culture of philanthropy and community support among consumers.

auticon

Seed Round in 2011
auticon GmbH is a consulting firm based in Berlin, Germany, with additional offices in Munich and Düsseldorf. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in information technology services, particularly in software testing and quality assurance. auticon employs autistic individuals exclusively as software testers, leveraging their unique skills to provide high-quality workmanship in various areas, including static code analysis, functional testing, usability testing, and data analysis. The company's services cater to a diverse clientele, including software producers, IT firms, consulting companies, and public institutions. By focusing on the strengths of its workforce, auticon not only delivers exceptional testing services but also promotes inclusivity within the tech industry.

VerbaVoice

Venture Round in 2011
VerbaVoice GmbH, founded in 2009 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing real-time voice-to-text solutions for hearing-impaired individuals. The company is notable for being the first and only provider to offer both writing and sign language interpreters through mobile and online platforms. VerbaVoice's technology enables users to access live text or sign language interpretation via various devices, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops. The platform effectively transforms spoken content into accessible formats, such as live subtitles and sign language in video streams, allowing for barrier-free communication and enhancing the inclusivity of information for those with hearing impairments.
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