BMW i Ventures

BMW i Ventures, established in 2011, is the corporate venture capital arm of BMW Group, headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company invests globally in innovative, high-growth technology startups that align with BMW's current and future business, focusing on areas such as electric mobility, autonomous driving, digitalization, and sustainability across manufacturing, transportation, and services. BMW i Ventures provides series A and B-stage investments, typically ranging from EUR 500,000 to EUR 10 million, to support these companies' growth and ensure real-world impact.

Marcus Behrendt

Managing Director

Allen Chen

Senior Associate

Margret Dupslaff

Associate

Baris Guzel

Principal

Michael Hammer

CFO

Uwe Higgen

Managing Director and Managing Partner

Samantha Huang

Principal

Thomas Molleker

Associate

Thao Nguyen

Senior Associate

Sohaila Ouffata

Director of Platform

Kasper Sage

Managing Partner

Tom Springer

Analyst

Scott Walbrun

Principal

Past deals in Ride Sharing

Rever

Venture Round in 2016
Rever, established in 2015 and headquartered in Eagle, Colorado, is a technology company that serves the global motorcycling community. It develops and markets a mobile application and website, connecting enthusiasts to discover and share motorcycling experiences. The company offers a premium membership with additional features, such as exclusive road recommendations and custom safety alerts.

Ridecell

Series A in 2016
Ridecell, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in fleet automation and management software solutions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in several global locations, Ridecell offers a range of products designed to enhance the efficiency of fleet operations. Its Demand-Response solution automates various processes including dispatch, routing, and scheduling, while its Fixed Route product enables real-time tracking and notifications for public transportation users. The Ridecell platform further streamlines operations for ride-sharing and car-sharing services by facilitating tasks such as rider onboarding, ID verification, dynamic pricing, and payment processing. By leveraging data insights and digital vehicle control, Ridecell transforms traditional manual processes into automated workflows, thereby improving operational efficiency for clients including public transportation agencies, universities, and logistics fleets across North America and Europe.

Zendrive

Series A in 2016
Zendrive Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a mobile application designed to track various driving metrics, including speed, location, direction, and acceleration, using smartphone sensors. Founded in 2013 and initially known as Inner Circle Technologies, Zendrive focuses on enhancing road safety through data analytics. The company's platform employs artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze sensor data, delivering actionable insights related to driving behaviors such as speeding, hard braking, phone usage, and collision events. By leveraging this data, Zendrive aims to improve safety for passengers and drivers globally, offering behavioral coaching and incentives to encourage safer driving practices. As the transportation landscape shifts towards shared and on-demand services, Zendrive plays a crucial role in addressing the evolving safety needs within this context.

Zendrive

Venture Round in 2014
Zendrive Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a mobile application designed to track various driving metrics, including speed, location, direction, and acceleration, using smartphone sensors. Founded in 2013 and initially known as Inner Circle Technologies, Zendrive focuses on enhancing road safety through data analytics. The company's platform employs artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze sensor data, delivering actionable insights related to driving behaviors such as speeding, hard braking, phone usage, and collision events. By leveraging this data, Zendrive aims to improve safety for passengers and drivers globally, offering behavioral coaching and incentives to encourage safer driving practices. As the transportation landscape shifts towards shared and on-demand services, Zendrive plays a crucial role in addressing the evolving safety needs within this context.

Summon

Venture Round in 2014
Summon is an on-demand transportation service operating in San Francisco that connects riders with taxis and vetted drivers through its mobile application. Users can easily request a ride by entering their credit or debit card information, which is used to pay for fares and tips after reaching their destination. The service emphasizes fair pricing for riders and transparent policies for drivers, enhancing the overall experience for both parties. Summon was inspired by a personal experience of its founder, who faced significant delays while waiting for public transportation, ultimately leading to the creation of a more efficient ride-hailing solution.
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