StepChange is building a state-of-the-art urban sustainability platform that helps these environmentally conscious consumers to calculate, understand and track their environmental footprints using sophisticated science-based techniques. We guide our users through personalized missions to reduce their environmental impact, provide them with targeted opportunities to financially support best-in-class sustainability projects in their community (tree plantation, carbon capture, etc.) and offer curated access to certified sustainable brands.
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Operator of an online marketplace designed for contractors to buy and sell used heavy equipment. The company's business-to-business platform allows equipment owners to list their equipment availability and buyers to compare prices and select the required equipment from several listed contractors with financing options, enabling construction companies and contractors to buy, sell or rent heavy equipment with ease.
So-Col is a social media platform that facilitates connections between content creators and their fans by bridging traditional web2 social channels with the emerging web3 environment. The platform offers tools that enable content creators to monetize their work and foster community engagement. Utilizing blockchain technology, So-Col employs a decentralized ID protocol that allows creators and influencers to transform their social media content into non-fungible collectible items. This innovative approach not only enhances the interaction between creators and their audiences but also provides new opportunities for revenue generation within the digital landscape.
Bringing rent-to-own to Australia
Diferente ≠ is a Brazilian foodtech focused on promoting access to healthy foods while addressing food waste in Latin America. The company collaborates with local organic producers to rescue organic items deemed "imperfect" or non-standard, which would otherwise be discarded. By delivering these products directly to consumers, Diferente ≠ offers them at significantly reduced prices, making healthy eating more affordable and convenient. Founded by a team with backgrounds in various successful startups, the company is supported by prominent investors and aims to create a sustainable food shopping platform that benefits both consumers and the environment.
Circular is a subscription-based e-commerce platform focused on providing access to premium electronic devices while promoting sustainability. The company offers a range of products, including smartphones, laptops, headsets, gaming equipment, and smartwatches, allowing customers to rent these items on a monthly basis. By prioritizing customer experience and reducing waste, Circular aims to make subscribing to devices more advantageous than traditional ownership. This approach not only supports a waste-free circular economy but also addresses the issue of underutilization of electronic goods. Circular is committed to fostering a collaborative and meaningful workplace, enhancing both employee satisfaction and operational impact.
Diferente ≠ is a Brazilian foodtech focused on promoting access to healthy foods while addressing food waste in Latin America. The company collaborates with local organic producers to rescue organic items deemed "imperfect" or non-standard, which would otherwise be discarded. By delivering these products directly to consumers, Diferente ≠ offers them at significantly reduced prices, making healthy eating more affordable and convenient. Founded by a team with backgrounds in various successful startups, the company is supported by prominent investors and aims to create a sustainable food shopping platform that benefits both consumers and the environment.
Clutch Canada Inc. is an online platform that specializes in the sale of used cars, allowing customers to search, experience, finance, and purchase vehicles from the comfort of their homes. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bedford, Canada, the company serves regions including Nova Scotia, Halifax, Toronto, and Dartmouth. Clutch distinguishes itself by providing detailed listings that feature images of vehicle condition, comprehensive CarFax reports, and 360-degree views of both the interior and exterior. The company emphasizes transparency by having no hidden fees and offers a seven-day money-back guarantee on all purchases. Additionally, Clutch provides services such as test drives, mechanical inspections, and direct delivery to enhance the customer experience.
Favo is a supermarket shopping community that connects local entrepreneurs and neighbors.
Favo is a supermarket shopping community that connects local entrepreneurs and neighbors.
Musa is a smart city solution providing a platform that efficiently connects waste generators, haulers, and recyclers. Our mission is to guarantee that all waste becomes raw material directed to a productive chain of reuse. This is what connects us, a world without waste where everything can be reused. We want to transform the waste management industry by leveraging technology and developing new business models ensuring economic, social, and environmental impact.
Pacaso is a platform that modernizes co-ownership of second homes, making the process of buying and selling more accessible and efficient. It allows prospective buyers to specify their desired location, budget, and anticipated time spent in the property. Pacaso collaborates with real estate agents to help find suitable homes and establishes a professionally managed LLC tailored for co-ownership. Buyers can purchase a share of a home, ensuring access for a designated period each year, while Pacaso temporarily acquires the remaining share before reselling it to qualified buyers. The company manages the property and offers a mobile app to facilitate easy scheduling and coordination among co-owners, effectively reducing the complexities and costs associated with traditional homeownership.
Bringing rent-to-own to Australia
Pacaso is a platform that modernizes co-ownership of second homes, making the process of buying and selling more accessible and efficient. It allows prospective buyers to specify their desired location, budget, and anticipated time spent in the property. Pacaso collaborates with real estate agents to help find suitable homes and establishes a professionally managed LLC tailored for co-ownership. Buyers can purchase a share of a home, ensuring access for a designated period each year, while Pacaso temporarily acquires the remaining share before reselling it to qualified buyers. The company manages the property and offers a mobile app to facilitate easy scheduling and coordination among co-owners, effectively reducing the complexities and costs associated with traditional homeownership.
Pacaso is a platform that modernizes co-ownership of second homes, making the process of buying and selling more accessible and efficient. It allows prospective buyers to specify their desired location, budget, and anticipated time spent in the property. Pacaso collaborates with real estate agents to help find suitable homes and establishes a professionally managed LLC tailored for co-ownership. Buyers can purchase a share of a home, ensuring access for a designated period each year, while Pacaso temporarily acquires the remaining share before reselling it to qualified buyers. The company manages the property and offers a mobile app to facilitate easy scheduling and coordination among co-owners, effectively reducing the complexities and costs associated with traditional homeownership.
Favo is a supermarket shopping community that connects local entrepreneurs and neighbors.
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We envision a world where everyone can make a living by sharing their passion. We are empowering tech leaders, career advisors, K12 teachers, lifestyle gurus and many others to host 1:1 sessions, offer live classes and build long-term follower bases who fund their work. Built with love by co-founders who have scaled products across Apple, Amazon, McKinsey and SoftBank.
Webuy is a Southeast Asian community-oriented e-commerce retailer that specializes in affordable local food and beverage products, operating on a group buying model. This innovative platform is designed to foster social interactions among users, akin to social media influencer-driven engagement, to enhance the visibility of small merchants. By connecting individuals with shared interests and behaviors, Webuy aims to transform social shopping into a lifestyle while empowering consumers with cost-saving purchasing options. In addition to grocery sales, the company also offers packaged travel tours, diversifying its revenue streams and catering to a broader range of consumer needs.
Pacaso is a platform that modernizes co-ownership of second homes, making the process of buying and selling more accessible and efficient. It allows prospective buyers to specify their desired location, budget, and anticipated time spent in the property. Pacaso collaborates with real estate agents to help find suitable homes and establishes a professionally managed LLC tailored for co-ownership. Buyers can purchase a share of a home, ensuring access for a designated period each year, while Pacaso temporarily acquires the remaining share before reselling it to qualified buyers. The company manages the property and offers a mobile app to facilitate easy scheduling and coordination among co-owners, effectively reducing the complexities and costs associated with traditional homeownership.
Musa is a smart city solution providing a platform that efficiently connects waste generators, haulers, and recyclers. Our mission is to guarantee that all waste becomes raw material directed to a productive chain of reuse. This is what connects us, a world without waste where everything can be reused. We want to transform the waste management industry by leveraging technology and developing new business models ensuring economic, social, and environmental impact.
ShoppingGives exists to create social impact with every purchase, having built a community of retailers and nonprofits that give back to one another through their customers and supporters. The community is created through two unique technologies, an intuitive online fundraising platform and ShoppingGives’ technology, Change Commerce. This technology enables retailers to donate a percentage of each purchase to a nonprofit that the customer selects during checkout, building customer loyalty and trust through charitable giving. ShoppingGives was founded on 2015 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Clutch Canada Inc. is an online platform that specializes in the sale of used cars, allowing customers to search, experience, finance, and purchase vehicles from the comfort of their homes. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bedford, Canada, the company serves regions including Nova Scotia, Halifax, Toronto, and Dartmouth. Clutch distinguishes itself by providing detailed listings that feature images of vehicle condition, comprehensive CarFax reports, and 360-degree views of both the interior and exterior. The company emphasizes transparency by having no hidden fees and offers a seven-day money-back guarantee on all purchases. Additionally, Clutch provides services such as test drives, mechanical inspections, and direct delivery to enhance the customer experience.
Clutch Canada Inc. is an online platform that specializes in the sale of used cars, allowing customers to search, experience, finance, and purchase vehicles from the comfort of their homes. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bedford, Canada, the company serves regions including Nova Scotia, Halifax, Toronto, and Dartmouth. Clutch distinguishes itself by providing detailed listings that feature images of vehicle condition, comprehensive CarFax reports, and 360-degree views of both the interior and exterior. The company emphasizes transparency by having no hidden fees and offers a seven-day money-back guarantee on all purchases. Additionally, Clutch provides services such as test drives, mechanical inspections, and direct delivery to enhance the customer experience.
Goodfair, Inc. is an online marketplace based in Houston, Texas, that specializes in the sale of used and thrift clothing. Founded in 2018 by Topper Luciani, the company focuses on recycling pre-loved garments such as hoodies, t-shirts, shirts, and sweatshirts. Goodfair aims to address the textile waste crisis by providing affordable, sustainable fashion options sourced from charities and landfills. The company's operations involve sorting these recycled items in large facilities before making them available to customers, promoting environmentally friendly shopping practices and accessibility to sustainable apparel.
Viya provides fully-furnished room rentals for young professionals. It strives to build a unique community through events, exclusive deals or spaces and value add services that solve for the complicated lives of co-livers.
The company was co-founded in 2019 by Eugenio Villarreal and Francisco Puente.
Colonies is a French startup established in 2017, headquartered in Paris. The company specializes in providing co-living housing solutions aimed at urban dwellers, particularly young individuals seeking convenient living arrangements. Colonies designs and manages fully furnished private studios and shared spaces, creating community-oriented homes in major cities. The company currently operates four buildings in the Paris area and two in Berlin, offering its residents a hassle-free alternative to traditional apartment hunting.
Webuy is a Southeast Asian community-oriented e-commerce retailer that specializes in affordable local food and beverage products, operating on a group buying model. This innovative platform is designed to foster social interactions among users, akin to social media influencer-driven engagement, to enhance the visibility of small merchants. By connecting individuals with shared interests and behaviors, Webuy aims to transform social shopping into a lifestyle while empowering consumers with cost-saving purchasing options. In addition to grocery sales, the company also offers packaged travel tours, diversifying its revenue streams and catering to a broader range of consumer needs.
CUUP Inc. is a New York-based company that designs and manufactures bras for women, focusing on a direct-to-consumer model. Founded in 2017 by Kearnon O'Molony and Abby Morgan, CUUP aims to provide a collection of flattering, comfortable, and unrestrictive bras that cater to women of all sizes. The company's products emphasize support, fit, and aesthetic appeal, prioritizing customer comfort without compromising on design. CUUP's offerings are primarily sold online, making them accessible to a broad audience.
Spotnana is a technology startup based in the San Francisco Bay Area that is developing a software-as-a-service platform aimed at transforming the travel industry. The company seeks to address the experience, trust, and transparency issues that traditional players in the $1.8 trillion sector often overlook. By modernizing the infrastructure of travel, Spotnana aims to simplify and reduce the costs associated with travel for both corporations and consumers. The platform is designed to enhance how travel suppliers manage and sell their inventory, thus enabling companies to offer comprehensive global travel experiences to their customers. The founding team comprises veterans from notable organizations such as Google, Twitter, and IBM, reflecting a strong background in technology and innovation.
Kovi Tecnologia Ltda. is a car rental service based in São Paulo, Brazil, established in 2018. The company specializes in providing rental cars across various segments, including hatchbacks, sedans, and sports utility vehicles, primarily targeting on-demand drivers in Latin America. Kovi operates an online platform that facilitates rentals for rideshare and delivery drivers, emphasizing convenience and cost-effectiveness. By partnering with automakers and traditional car rental companies, Kovi adopts an asset-light model, enabling it to offer flexible rental solutions that streamline transportation for users. The company's focus on leveraging technology aims to enhance accessibility and security in the car rental market.
Crewdible partners with office or homeowners who have free space to make fulfillment warehouses. By using existing homes and offices, Crewdible can reduce large operational costs, so as to provide a very affordable price and suitable for SMEs.
SpotHero Inc. provides a digital platform for reserving off-street parking in North America, aiming to alleviate urban congestion by streamlining the parking process. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Detroit and operations in Toronto, the company offers a mobile application and website that enable drivers to locate, compare, and book discounted parking spots. Users can easily access information about nearby parking facilities, facilitating a more efficient parking experience and reducing the time spent searching for parking. SpotHero also collaborates with mobility companies to integrate parking solutions into their services, enhancing overall convenience for users.
Podcorn is a podcast influencer marketplace designed to facilitate connections between brands and podcasters for native advertising. The platform simplifies the process of finding and collaborating with suitable podcasters, allowing brands to create authentic messages that resonate with audiences. By focusing on native branded content, Podcorn enables brands to effectively engage listeners across various audio platforms, making it easier for them to promote their products and services through on-demand audio shows.
Lyght GmbH is a Berlin-based company established in 2018 that operates an online platform for furniture rental services. The company offers a range of furniture items, including sofas, armchairs, tables, and beds, allowing customers to rent these items for as long as they desire. This approach provides flexibility without the financial burden and commitment associated with ownership. Additionally, Lyght GmbH emphasizes sustainability by adopting a circular model that addresses the environmental impact of furniture consumption.
Goodfair, Inc. is an online marketplace based in Houston, Texas, that specializes in the sale of used and thrift clothing. Founded in 2018 by Topper Luciani, the company focuses on recycling pre-loved garments such as hoodies, t-shirts, shirts, and sweatshirts. Goodfair aims to address the textile waste crisis by providing affordable, sustainable fashion options sourced from charities and landfills. The company's operations involve sorting these recycled items in large facilities before making them available to customers, promoting environmentally friendly shopping practices and accessibility to sustainable apparel.
Cityfurnish is an online furniture rental platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana. The company specializes in offering a diverse range of household goods, including modern and contemporary wooden furniture, appliances, and fitness equipment. Through its platform, Cityfurnish provides consumers with access to slightly used and refurbished products on a convenient monthly rental basis, making quality furnishings more affordable and accessible. The service is designed to cater to the needs of individuals seeking flexible and cost-effective solutions for their home and lifestyle requirements.
DiscoEat is a technology-based restaurant discovery platform (reservations & delivery) that increases revenues and occupancy utilization of partner restaurants through dynamic pricing, especially during off-peak periods. It's yield mgmt engine is built to increase overall utilization of restaurants, therefore increasing revenues and profits. For users, DiscoEat presents a new way of discovering great restaurants at preferential prices and book tables or order food, the smart way.
Away is a modern travel and lifestyle brand that specializes in designing high-quality luggage and travel accessories. The company offers a range of products, including bags, suitcases, and interior organizers, crafted from lightweight, durable materials such as polycarbonate. Away's luggage is designed with thoughtful features that address common travel challenges, such as an ejectable battery for charging devices and an interior laundry bag for convenience. By focusing on affordability and sustainability, Away aims to enhance the travel experience, allowing travelers to make the most of their journeys.
Producer of cleaning and personal care products intended to eliminate grease and grime with non-toxic ingredients. The company's products include a refillable cleaning kit and a reusable shatterproof bottle and refill tablets that create an effective cleaning service when added to water, enabling customers to clean their houses and belongings with ease and in a proper manner.
Kovi Tecnologia Ltda. is a car rental service based in São Paulo, Brazil, established in 2018. The company specializes in providing rental cars across various segments, including hatchbacks, sedans, and sports utility vehicles, primarily targeting on-demand drivers in Latin America. Kovi operates an online platform that facilitates rentals for rideshare and delivery drivers, emphasizing convenience and cost-effectiveness. By partnering with automakers and traditional car rental companies, Kovi adopts an asset-light model, enabling it to offer flexible rental solutions that streamline transportation for users. The company's focus on leveraging technology aims to enhance accessibility and security in the car rental market.
Colonies is a French startup established in 2017, headquartered in Paris. The company specializes in providing co-living housing solutions aimed at urban dwellers, particularly young individuals seeking convenient living arrangements. Colonies designs and manages fully furnished private studios and shared spaces, creating community-oriented homes in major cities. The company currently operates four buildings in the Paris area and two in Berlin, offering its residents a hassle-free alternative to traditional apartment hunting.
Producer of cleaning and personal care products intended to eliminate grease and grime with non-toxic ingredients. The company's products include a refillable cleaning kit and a reusable shatterproof bottle and refill tablets that create an effective cleaning service when added to water, enabling customers to clean their houses and belongings with ease and in a proper manner.
SpotHero Inc. provides a digital platform for reserving off-street parking in North America, aiming to alleviate urban congestion by streamlining the parking process. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Detroit and operations in Toronto, the company offers a mobile application and website that enable drivers to locate, compare, and book discounted parking spots. Users can easily access information about nearby parking facilities, facilitating a more efficient parking experience and reducing the time spent searching for parking. SpotHero also collaborates with mobility companies to integrate parking solutions into their services, enhancing overall convenience for users.
DiscoEat is a technology-based restaurant discovery platform (reservations & delivery) that increases revenues and occupancy utilization of partner restaurants through dynamic pricing, especially during off-peak periods. It's yield mgmt engine is built to increase overall utilization of restaurants, therefore increasing revenues and profits. For users, DiscoEat presents a new way of discovering great restaurants at preferential prices and book tables or order food, the smart way.
Away is a modern travel and lifestyle brand that specializes in designing high-quality luggage and travel accessories. The company offers a range of products, including bags, suitcases, and interior organizers, crafted from lightweight, durable materials such as polycarbonate. Away's luggage is designed with thoughtful features that address common travel challenges, such as an ejectable battery for charging devices and an interior laundry bag for convenience. By focusing on affordability and sustainability, Away aims to enhance the travel experience, allowing travelers to make the most of their journeys.
Boatsetter operates a peer-to-peer boat rental platform that connects boat owners, captains, and individuals seeking water-based experiences. The platform facilitates both short and long-term boat charters and rentals, making boating accessible to users regardless of their experience level. By unlocking the idle capacity of privately owned vessels, Boatsetter allows owners to monetize their boats while providing renters with a range of options. The company emphasizes customer support and offers insurance coverage, ensuring a seamless experience for all users. With a collaborative approach, Boatsetter draws inspiration from successful models in the sharing economy, such as home rentals and ride-sharing, and has built a national network of marine-industry partners to enhance its services across the United States.
SidelineSwap, LLC is an online marketplace that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of sporting goods. Founded in 2012 by former college athletes, the platform offers a wide range of new, used, and vintage sports equipment, including gear for lacrosse, hockey, soccer, skiing, baseball, basketball, football, golf, and more. The marketplace connects athletes, allowing them to access high-quality gear at affordable prices while fostering a community of sports enthusiasts. Sellers range from high school athletes selling last season's equipment to former college players and business owners who trade in sports gear. SidelineSwap has attracted hundreds of thousands of users and continues to grow, enhancing the accessibility of sports equipment for all athletes. The company is based in Franklin Square, New York.
Provider of fitness studio-style programs intended to make fancy fitness classes affordable. The company's fitness studio offers yoga, dance, high-intensity interval training, pilates and barre classes all under one roof, conducted by instructors from top studios, enabling users to get access to convenient, flexible exercise and stay fit at an affordable cost.
SidelineSwap, LLC is an online marketplace that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of sporting goods. Founded in 2012 by former college athletes, the platform offers a wide range of new, used, and vintage sports equipment, including gear for lacrosse, hockey, soccer, skiing, baseball, basketball, football, golf, and more. The marketplace connects athletes, allowing them to access high-quality gear at affordable prices while fostering a community of sports enthusiasts. Sellers range from high school athletes selling last season's equipment to former college players and business owners who trade in sports gear. SidelineSwap has attracted hundreds of thousands of users and continues to grow, enhancing the accessibility of sports equipment for all athletes. The company is based in Franklin Square, New York.
SpotHero Inc. provides a digital platform for reserving off-street parking in North America, aiming to alleviate urban congestion by streamlining the parking process. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Detroit and operations in Toronto, the company offers a mobile application and website that enable drivers to locate, compare, and book discounted parking spots. Users can easily access information about nearby parking facilities, facilitating a more efficient parking experience and reducing the time spent searching for parking. SpotHero also collaborates with mobility companies to integrate parking solutions into their services, enhancing overall convenience for users.
Grabr Inc. operates a platform that connects shoppers with travelers to facilitate the delivery of unique or hard-to-find items from around the world. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers an application that enables peer-to-peer delivery services. Users can post items they wish to buy, receive offers from travelers willing to deliver those items, select the best offer, and arrange secure payment. The application is accessible on various platforms, including the App Store, Google Play, and Chrome Store. Grabr aims to provide a safe and efficient marketplace that allows individuals to access goods globally while enabling travelers to earn money during their journeys.
Away is a modern travel and lifestyle brand that specializes in designing high-quality luggage and travel accessories. The company offers a range of products, including bags, suitcases, and interior organizers, crafted from lightweight, durable materials such as polycarbonate. Away's luggage is designed with thoughtful features that address common travel challenges, such as an ejectable battery for charging devices and an interior laundry bag for convenience. By focusing on affordability and sustainability, Away aims to enhance the travel experience, allowing travelers to make the most of their journeys.
Grover Group GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates an online platform allowing customers to rent consumer electronic products through a monthly subscription model. Founded in 2015, Grover offers a diverse range of over 1,500 products across various categories, including smartphones, laptops, wearables, cameras, gaming equipment, home entertainment systems, and smart home devices. This approach enables both private customers and businesses to access the latest technology without the financial burden of ownership, promoting flexibility and convenience in the consumer electronics market. With additional offices in Austria and the Netherlands, Grover is committed to enhancing the access economy by providing a simple and efficient rental service.
Colonies is a French startup established in 2017, headquartered in Paris. The company specializes in providing co-living housing solutions aimed at urban dwellers, particularly young individuals seeking convenient living arrangements. Colonies designs and manages fully furnished private studios and shared spaces, creating community-oriented homes in major cities. The company currently operates four buildings in the Paris area and two in Berlin, offering its residents a hassle-free alternative to traditional apartment hunting.
HipCar is a car sharing application operating in Indonesia that allows users to rent vehicles conveniently and efficiently. Users can register and book cars through the application by simply uploading their driver's license and ID card, with a quick process that does not require a survey. The platform enables rentals on an hourly or daily basis, with cars available for rent any time of the day, including short-term options starting from a minimum of 15 minutes. The application facilitates seamless car access, allowing users to pay, lock, and unlock the vehicles, making it easy for them to pick up and drive from various locations.
Provider of fitness studio-style programs intended to make fancy fitness classes affordable. The company's fitness studio offers yoga, dance, high-intensity interval training, pilates and barre classes all under one roof, conducted by instructors from top studios, enabling users to get access to convenient, flexible exercise and stay fit at an affordable cost.
SidelineSwap, LLC is an online marketplace that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of sporting goods. Founded in 2012 by former college athletes, the platform offers a wide range of new, used, and vintage sports equipment, including gear for lacrosse, hockey, soccer, skiing, baseball, basketball, football, golf, and more. The marketplace connects athletes, allowing them to access high-quality gear at affordable prices while fostering a community of sports enthusiasts. Sellers range from high school athletes selling last season's equipment to former college players and business owners who trade in sports gear. SidelineSwap has attracted hundreds of thousands of users and continues to grow, enhancing the accessibility of sports equipment for all athletes. The company is based in Franklin Square, New York.
Away is a modern travel and lifestyle brand that specializes in designing high-quality luggage and travel accessories. The company offers a range of products, including bags, suitcases, and interior organizers, crafted from lightweight, durable materials such as polycarbonate. Away's luggage is designed with thoughtful features that address common travel challenges, such as an ejectable battery for charging devices and an interior laundry bag for convenience. By focusing on affordability and sustainability, Away aims to enhance the travel experience, allowing travelers to make the most of their journeys.
DreamCheaper GmbH is a Berlin-based company that offers an online service designed to help customers find cheaper hotel rates. The platform allows users to submit their existing hotel reservations, which are then analyzed against rates from over 100 travel websites and wholesalers. If a lower rate is identified, DreamCheaper rebooks the room on behalf of the guest, charging a 20% fee on the savings achieved. This service aims to ensure that customers never overpay for hotel accommodations, providing them with more favorable booking options and the potential for significant savings.
Grover Group GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates an online platform allowing customers to rent consumer electronic products through a monthly subscription model. Founded in 2015, Grover offers a diverse range of over 1,500 products across various categories, including smartphones, laptops, wearables, cameras, gaming equipment, home entertainment systems, and smart home devices. This approach enables both private customers and businesses to access the latest technology without the financial burden of ownership, promoting flexibility and convenience in the consumer electronics market. With additional offices in Austria and the Netherlands, Grover is committed to enhancing the access economy by providing a simple and efficient rental service.
Girl Meets Dress Ltd. is an online luxury fashion rental platform based in London, specializing in providing women with access to a wide selection of designer apparel and accessories. Established in 2009, the company serves customers across the United Kingdom, Ireland, and several islands, offering over 4,000 designer pieces from more than 150 brands. The platform allows women to rent various types of dresses, including wedding guest dresses, gowns, cocktail dresses, and more, at a fraction of their retail prices. Alongside clothing, Girl Meets Dress also offers a range of accessories such as handbags, evening bags, hats, and jewelry, as well as beauty and hosiery products. Customers can enjoy convenient next-day delivery and return the items effortlessly in prepaid packaging, making it a practical solution for special occasions. The company has garnered recognition for its innovative approach to fashion rental, being awarded multiple accolades in the retail industry.
Videdressing SAS is an online marketplace based in Paris, France, that facilitates the buying and selling of fashion and luxury items. Founded in 2009, the platform allows users to trade a wide range of products, including clothing, shoes, bags, accessories, jewelry, watches, and beauty items for men, women, and children. With over 1.5 million users, Videdressing promotes sustainable fashion by giving pre-loved items a second chance, enabling sellers to earn significant revenue while providing buyers with substantial savings compared to retail prices. As of November 2018, Videdressing operates as a subsidiary of LBC France SAS.
TripIt is an intelligent travel organizer that assists travelers in managing their itineraries, ensuring smoother trips. Users can easily create comprehensive travel plans by forwarding their purchase confirmation emails to TripIt, which automatically generates master itineraries that include essential travel details. This service allows travelers to access their plans online or via mobile devices, providing flexibility for printing or sharing itineraries with friends and family. The platform integrates and organizes travel information from various sources, covering flights, hotels, rental cars, trains, and cruises, making it a valuable tool for anyone looking to streamline their travel experience.