BrainTrust

BrainTrust, founded in 2014 and based in Alverca do Ribatejo, Portugal, is an angel investment group that focuses on supporting entrepreneurs and small-to-medium enterprises. The firm provides seed capital to individuals with innovative ideas looking to launch new companies, as well as expansion capital for existing businesses aiming to grow, particularly in international markets. Additionally, BrainTrust offers rescue capital to companies facing difficulties, with the goal of revitalizing projects that have potential for recovery beyond mere financial support.

Nuno Archer

Partner

Joao Matos de Carvalho

Partner

Mário Garrido

Partner

Jose Pedro Salas Pires

Partner

9 past transactions

Findster

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Findster is a pet technology company that provides pet owners with tools to monitor their pets' location and well-being continuously. In 2016, it launched the Findster Duo, the first GPS tracker that offers real-time monitoring without any monthly fees, which gained popularity through a successful Kickstarter campaign. The Duo has become a best-seller on Amazon and is utilized daily in over 80 countries. Central to Findster's offerings is its proprietary Maze® technology, which enables long-range, off-grid communication between devices without relying on cellular infrastructure. Additionally, Findster is developing an artificial intelligence-based platform for veterinary monitoring, designed to track pets' safety and health, alerting owners to potential issues and improving the efficiency of veterinary practices.

Findster

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Findster is a pet technology company that provides pet owners with tools to monitor their pets' location and well-being continuously. In 2016, it launched the Findster Duo, the first GPS tracker that offers real-time monitoring without any monthly fees, which gained popularity through a successful Kickstarter campaign. The Duo has become a best-seller on Amazon and is utilized daily in over 80 countries. Central to Findster's offerings is its proprietary Maze® technology, which enables long-range, off-grid communication between devices without relying on cellular infrastructure. Additionally, Findster is developing an artificial intelligence-based platform for veterinary monitoring, designed to track pets' safety and health, alerting owners to potential issues and improving the efficiency of veterinary practices.

Commop

Seed Round in 2014
Commop is a developer of a communication management platform that focuses on optimizing brand activation at the Point-of-Sale (POS). The platform was established to address the challenges of traditional message production, offering a more efficient, cost-effective, and rapid solution for creating custom promotional materials. Launched in 2007 with notable brands like Super Bock and Carlsberg, the platform garnered recognition for delivering a significant return on investment shortly after its introduction. Since then, Commop has expanded its client base in Portugal to include major companies such as BP and Unilever, as well as clients in Angola. In 2012, the company underwent a spin-off to enhance its capabilities and international reach, transitioning to a Software as a Service (SaaS) model based on Microsoft technology. This shift allows Commop to provide real-time analysis and control over communication processes, enabling businesses to seize communication opportunities effectively.

EZIMUT.COM

Seed Round in 2013
Lisbon is both Portugal’s capital and biggest city, with 500 thousand people living within its boundaries. Lisboneers are also known as alfacinhas (little lettuce), due to the Moorish population's habit of growing al-hassa, a word that evolved to alface (lettuce). And if one considers Lisbon’s neighbouring areas, one can say there are three million alfacinhas. This makes Lisbon a dynamic and modern city, without letting go its own history and traditions. As the westernmost European capital and crossing point between Europe, Africa, Asia and America, Lisbon grew to become a city of contrasts, noticeable in every nook and cranny. The picturesque villages of Sintra and Cascais, as well as the many beaches recommendable for surf, turn Lisbon into a growing worldwide touristic destination.

5Ensesinfood

Seed Round in 2013
5ensesinfood is a Portugal-based company established in 2012, located in Alfena, Porto. The company specializes in the development and commercialization of functional food ingredients tailored for the food and beverage industry. It employs proprietary technology to produce environmentally friendly food ingredients, catering specifically to producers in the dairy, food, and beverage sectors. Through its innovative offerings, 5ensesinfood supplies essential components that aid in the further processing of consumable food items, thereby enhancing the overall quality and sustainability of food production.

Digital Works

Seed Round in 2013
Digital Works is a digital and software development firm that specializes in creating web and mobile applications. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including digital transformation, e-commerce solutions, and the development of intranet and extranet portals. With expertise in augmented and virtual reality, Digital Works also provides tailored business solutions that leverage content management systems for effective digital marketing and advertising campaigns. Their full-service digital production capabilities allow organizations to evolve their operations through innovative digital programming, from initial creative concepts to final delivery.

Commop

Seed Round in 2013
Commop is a developer of a communication management platform that focuses on optimizing brand activation at the Point-of-Sale (POS). The platform was established to address the challenges of traditional message production, offering a more efficient, cost-effective, and rapid solution for creating custom promotional materials. Launched in 2007 with notable brands like Super Bock and Carlsberg, the platform garnered recognition for delivering a significant return on investment shortly after its introduction. Since then, Commop has expanded its client base in Portugal to include major companies such as BP and Unilever, as well as clients in Angola. In 2012, the company underwent a spin-off to enhance its capabilities and international reach, transitioning to a Software as a Service (SaaS) model based on Microsoft technology. This shift allows Commop to provide real-time analysis and control over communication processes, enabling businesses to seize communication opportunities effectively.
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