btov

btov Partners is a Berlin-based venture capital firm established in 2000, formerly known as BrainsToVentures. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on seed and series A rounds across sectors including life sciences, healthcare, industrial, and technology. btov manages a diverse portfolio, with institutional and partner funds that collectively oversee over EUR 420 million in assets. The firm invests approximately EUR 50 million annually, with individual investment amounts ranging from EUR 0.25 million to EUR 3.5 million, and can increase total commitments to as much as EUR 10 million across multiple financing rounds. btov has offices in Berlin, Munich, and St. Gallen, and has made notable investments in companies such as DataArtisans, DeepL, and Volocopter, among others.

Anna Bosch

Associate

Jan-Hendrik Buerk

Investment Manager

Benjamin Dobbrick

Investment Manager

Jorg Dornemann

Partner

Sven Eppert

Partner, Managed Partner Funds, and CFO

Camilla v. Gayl

Associate

Johanna Junkermann

Analyst

Gerrit Jurilj

Partner

Maja Markowitz

Investment Manager

Julian Riebartsch

Investment Manager

Stefano Saeger

Investment Manager, Helvetia Venture Fund

Dr. Elisabeth Schrey

Investment Manager

Christian Schuetz

Partner

Florian Schweitzer

Partner

Christian Schütz

Partner

Jonas Sommer

Associate

Alexander Stoeckel

Partner

Sabrina Stöckl

Associate

Victor Szabo

Analyst

Christian Theis

Partner and Chief Financial Officer

Michael Wieser

Partner

Christian Winkler

Partner

Damian Zaker

Analyst

Past deals in DACH

Ledgy

Series B in 2022
Ledgy AG, a technology company, operates Software-as-a-Service platform to manage and exchange securities in private companies. Its platform is used for shares management for companies and shareholders. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Zurich, Switzerland.

i2x

Venture Round in 2022
i2x GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence software aimed at enhancing sales and customer interactions through real-time automated coaching. Founded in 2017, the company provides a conversation analytics platform that records and analyzes calls, offering insights into effective communication strategies. By employing machine learning algorithms and big data, i2x enables sales and service teams to understand the dynamics of customer conversations, including speech patterns and engagement metrics. The platform supports agents with ongoing training and delivers actionable data-driven best practices to improve performance. Additionally, i2x assists managers by decrypting call data, providing deeper insights into customer interactions and employee skills, ultimately leading to increased conversion rates and customer satisfaction. By augmenting human intelligence, i2x enhances the quality of customer interactions and elevates the overall brand experience.

SumUp

Venture Round in 2022
SumUp is a financial technology company focused on facilitating mobile payments for businesses. It offers a mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) solution that allows businesses to accept card payments easily, securely, and affordably. The company's unique end-to-end EMV card acceptance solution is built on proprietary hardware and mobile applications, enabling it to operate in 16 markets, including the United States, Brazil, and Germany. SumUp's card readers support various payment methods, including magstripe, chip, and contactless transactions, making them suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive suite of software development kits (SDKs) and application programming interfaces (APIs) for third-party integrations. In 2016, SumUp merged with payleven, enhancing its position as a leader in the mobile payment sector. The company has gained support from notable investors such as American Express and BBVA Ventures.

Nelly

Seed Round in 2022
Nelly provides a tool for medical practices that simplifies patient onboarding and payments. It creates the basis for stress-free and clear work in your practice by drastically reducing the administrative effort for doctors, MFAs, ZFAs, and patients with Nelly. 90% of all healthcare professionals perceive bureaucracy and administrative burdens as the biggest problem in the workplace. The company's mission is to reduce the administrative effort in the healthcare sector by simplifying documentation and payment processes in order to make the practice visit more patient- and employee-friendly.

Ninox

Venture Round in 2022
Ninox Software GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, develops business applications that empower teams to automate back-office workflows without requiring developer assistance. Utilizing a no-code approach, Ninox enables over 2,800 companies across various industries to digitize their business processes efficiently. The company distinguishes itself in the rapidly growing no- and low-code application platform market by offering a user-friendly experience that combines the ease of modern productivity tools with the flexibility of application platforms. This facilitates broader adoption among organizations, as Ninox streamlines the onboarding process while reducing the time and effort needed to create custom business applications.

Moojo

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Moojo helps freelancers and creators streamline their invoicing process and get paid instantly.

1Komma5°

Series A in 2022
KOMMA5 ° offers all owners of electric vehicles free electricity, which we refinance through trading with so-called GHG quotas. 1KOMMA5 ° encourages to lead a self-determined and CO2-neutral life.

Altoida

Series A in 2022
Altoida AG, founded in 2016 and based in Lucerne, Switzerland, specializes in developing a healthcare platform and application aimed at Alzheimer’s patients. The company's flagship product, the Altoida iPad-based application, is the first validated solution on the market designed to predict the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease before symptoms appear, functioning as a computational biomarker. The application employs the Neuro Motor Index (NMI), which measures subtle micro-errors and micro-movements during everyday tasks, allowing for early detection of cognitive decline up to six years prior to the onset of typical neurodegenerative symptoms. The NMI test is intended for use by healthcare professionals as an adjunctive tool and is not a stand-alone diagnostic method. Altoida's medical device is classified as an FDA Class II medical device and CE marked as Class I, enabling early screening for Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and monitoring cognitive function. After a brief testing period, healthcare providers receive real-time access to comprehensive patient reports via a secure, HIPAA-compliant web dashboard, making cognitive health assessments more affordable and accessible.

Decentriq

Series A in 2022
Decentriq makes data collaboration simple and safe by leveraging confidential computing. Sensitive data is extremely valuable and at the same time very hard to leverage and analyze safely. Decentriq’s software platform enables our clients and partners to securely analyze sensitive data. No friction, easy to test and apply while providing state-of-art security. The platform proves the privacy and security of the data from any other party, including us. It allows complete confidentiality for computations, even while sitting in a public cloud. More under: confidentialcomputing.cloud

Cybus

Series A in 2022
Cybus GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in providing an Internet platform that facilitates the connectivity of industrial machinery and software applications. The company offers its Cybus Connectware, a middleware solution designed for the industrial Internet of Things, enabling manufacturing firms to implement various Smart Factory use cases, including quality management, condition monitoring, and predictive maintenance. Cybus products, such as the CONNECTIVITY REPORT 4.0 and the 4.0 DEMONSTRATOR, provide comprehensive interface analysis and a secure API for direct interaction with prototypes. Additionally, the Cybus Connectbox allows for plug-and-play operation, ensuring that users maintain full control over their production data while benefiting from data-driven services. The company's focus on data sovereignty and secure connectivity positions it as a vital partner for manufacturers and service providers looking to enhance their digital applications and overall operational efficiency.

Volocopter

Series E in 2022
Volocopter GmbH is a German company specializing in urban air mobility by manufacturing electric helicopters for passenger transport. Founded in 2011 and based in Bruchsal, the company develops innovative products such as the Volocity air taxi designed for urban environments and the Volocopter 2X, a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Volocopter's services are accessible through a dedicated application, which supports piloted, remote-controlled, and fully autonomous flight options. The company has achieved significant milestones, including receiving provisional licensing for a two-seater Volocopter from the German aviation authority in 2016 and entering a partnership with RTA Dubai in 2017 to launch an autonomously flying air taxi. Volocopter aims to transform urban transportation with its advanced aerial mobility solutions.

Forget Finance

Seed Round in 2022
Forget Finance is the first digital financial advisor that empowers everyone to plan their financial future holistically from their smartphone.

Equippo AG

Venture Round in 2022
Equippo.com is a commercial equipment company that sells and buys used equipment for the construction industry. They bring together select manufacturers, dealers, leasing companies, and other trusted sellers of heavy equipment with buyers from all over the world, including markets like South America, Russia, and Poland. It operates an online marketplace for used construction equipment. They are very proud of their most important and unique technological innovation - the Equippo final price calculation engine makes it even easier to deal internationally: tariffs, transport, and logistics specific to your region are already included in the price displayed. Equippo.com was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Equippo’s dedicated team is as international as its mission; buyers and sellers can speak with salespeople in more than nine languages.

Sharpist

Series A in 2022
Sharpist GmbH develops an online platform for coaching, learning development, and leadership programs. It offers video coaching, personalized exercise, goal setting, and explanation services through its platform. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Headmade Materials

Series A in 2022
Headmade Materials GmbH, founded in 2019 and based in Würzburg, Germany, specializes in developing materials and processes for metal 3D printing, specifically through its Cold Metal Fusion technology. The company focuses on the production of serial metal parts, offering services that include part design, small-scale series production, and process consulting. By providing standard and customized feedstocks, Headmade Materials aims to enhance component output and streamline post-processing. Their expertise supports additive-compatible design and reliable production processes, enabling clients to manufacture advanced printed metal parts in a cost-effective manner.

HQS Quantum Simulations

Seed Round in 2022
HQS Quantum Simulations GmbH, founded in 2017 and located in Karlsruhe, Germany, focuses on developing quantum algorithms to predict molecular properties for industries such as performance materials, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The traditional development of these products involves a lengthy and costly process, requiring numerous synthesis, formulation, and testing steps to achieve desired specifications. While simulations can significantly reduce time-to-market and R&D costs, they often fall short in efficiency or capability for complex problems. By leveraging quantum computing, HQS Quantum Simulations aims to enhance the predictive power of simulations, thereby addressing current limitations in the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.

Kubermatic

Seed Round in 2022
Kubermatic (formerly Loodse) empowers organizations worldwide to fully automate their Kubernetes and cloud native operations across multi-cloud, edge, and on-prem. As the Top 5 corporate contributor to the Kubernetes Project in 2019, Kubermatic creates enterprise-grade software products and provides professional services and support to safely navigate and accelerate the cloud native transformation. The Kubermatic Kubernetes Platform makes it easy to operate thousands of Kubernetes clusters on any infrastructure. Leading enterprises including Lufthansa, Bosch, Siemens, and T-Systems trust Kubermatic. The company is headquartered in Hamburg Germany and was founded in 2016 by Sebastian Scheele and Julian Hansert. Find out more at: www.kubermatic.com.

Electrochaea

Series D in 2022
Electrochaea GmbH develops and commercializes a grid-scale power-to-gas energy storage technology. The company’s biocatalytic power-to-gas technology converts low-cost and stranded electricity into pipeline-grade renewable gas for direct injection into the existing natural gas grid, which is used for on-site power production, heating applications, or transmitted over long distances using existing pipelines. Its technology enables storing large amounts of renewable energy from wind and solar; and represents a solution for utility-scale energy storage, grid balancing, and carbon recycling. Electrochaea GmbH was founded in 2010 and is based in Planegg, Germany with additional operation facilities at Hvidovre, Denmark, and Sacramento, California.

fruitcore robotics

Series A in 2021
Fruitcore Robotics specializes in the design and development of robotic systems aimed at automating industrial processes. By integrating intelligent software with advanced mechatronics, the company offers optimized robotic solutions for various applications, including workpiece handling, fitting, assembling, screwing, palletizing, stacking, packaging, and workpiece testing. These systems enable manufacturers to enhance operational efficiency while reducing time and costs associated with production tasks.

Mymoria

Venture Round in 2021
Mymoria GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in online funeral planning services, providing support to individuals during challenging times. Founded in 2015, Mymoria offers a comprehensive platform for the full configuration and commissioning of funerals, significantly reducing costs compared to traditional mortuary services. The company operates nationwide in Germany and focuses on streamlining its processes to ensure high service standards while maintaining affordability. Mymoria aims to make funeral planning more accessible and efficient for its clients.

Electrochaea

Venture Round in 2021
Electrochaea GmbH develops and commercializes a grid-scale power-to-gas energy storage technology. The company’s biocatalytic power-to-gas technology converts low-cost and stranded electricity into pipeline-grade renewable gas for direct injection into the existing natural gas grid, which is used for on-site power production, heating applications, or transmitted over long distances using existing pipelines. Its technology enables storing large amounts of renewable energy from wind and solar; and represents a solution for utility-scale energy storage, grid balancing, and carbon recycling. Electrochaea GmbH was founded in 2010 and is based in Planegg, Germany with additional operation facilities at Hvidovre, Denmark, and Sacramento, California.

Remi

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Remi is a culture building platform for remote and distributed teams to help them build culture and connection, easily and effectively. Remi uses daily and weekly team building rituals as the core mechanism to help teams build culture: by forming habits through repeated interactions and nudges, teams can build strong connection habits. The company was founded in early 2021 by Valerie Krämer (formerly Twitter and Opinary), Rebecca Görres (Organizational Psychologist and LSE graduate, formerly Prophet and Samsung) and Franco Gotusso (formerly Engineering Team Lead at Typeform). Remi is focused on building and maintaining company culture for those organizations that are choosing a long-term remote or hybrid approach and help them scale without losing sight of their most precious asset: their employees.

Remi

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Remi is a culture building platform for remote and distributed teams to help them build culture and connection, easily and effectively. Remi uses daily and weekly team building rituals as the core mechanism to help teams build culture: by forming habits through repeated interactions and nudges, teams can build strong connection habits. The company was founded in early 2021 by Valerie Krämer (formerly Twitter and Opinary), Rebecca Görres (Organizational Psychologist and LSE graduate, formerly Prophet and Samsung) and Franco Gotusso (formerly Engineering Team Lead at Typeform). Remi is focused on building and maintaining company culture for those organizations that are choosing a long-term remote or hybrid approach and help them scale without losing sight of their most precious asset: their employees.

Liom

Seed Round in 2021
Liom is a company that focuses on developing innovative medical products aimed at enhancing human well-being. Utilizing advanced optical and AI-based technology, Liom analyzes blood, urine, and other bodily fluids non-destructively and in real-time. This technology allows for the monitoring of vital medical indicators and supports a benchmark platform for longevity and preventative medicine. By providing real-time biomarker and drug analysis, Liom empowers healthcare professionals to offer safer and more effective care to patients.

Baufi24

Series A in 2021
Baufi24 is one of the largest german advisory and brokerage companies for private mortgages (Baufinanzierung), mortgages comparison and mortgage advisory.

Seven Senders

Series C in 2021
Seven Senders is a delivery platform that specializes in optimizing shipping processes for e-commerce businesses across Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Berlin, the company connects shippers to local last-mile carrier networks, offering a comprehensive solution for cross-border shipments. Its platform provides standardized tracking capabilities compatible with all carriers, allowing online retailers to monitor their parcels from pickup to delivery. Additionally, Seven Senders enhances the customer experience through real-time analytics of delivery times and return rates, ensuring transparency throughout the shipping process. The company also offers SENDWISE, an application designed for users to track and manage their shipments effectively.

Demecan

Venture Round in 2021
Demecan Holding GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in the production of cannabis, focusing on the cultivation, importation, and wholesale distribution of medical cannabis. The company operates in response to the growing recognition of cannabis's potential benefits as medicine across Europe, where patient numbers utilizing medical cannabis have significantly increased in recent years. Demecan aims to facilitate access to modern cannabis therapies in any European country that opts to offer such care to its citizens and patients.

Vantis

Seed Round in 2021
Provider of holistic primary health care services specialized in the treatment of chronic diseases. The company has a hybrid care concept, integrating digital health solutions with its network of healthcare facilities, enabling the medical community and patients to improve health outcomes with continuous care and improved healthcare access.

Blacklane

Venture Round in 2021
Blacklane GmbH is a provider of professional ground transportation services, offering a range of options including business class, business van/SUV, first class, and economy class services. The company specializes in airport transfers, limousine, and chauffeur services for both individuals and corporate clients. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Blacklane operates additional offices in New York, Los Angeles, and Dubai, serving major cities such as London and Paris. The company emphasizes safety, reliability, and the use of smart technology to enhance the travel experience. Blacklane has also been carbon-neutral since 2017, reflecting its commitment to environmental sustainability. Customers can conveniently book and manage their rides through Blacklane’s website and mobile application, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

finway

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of a financial operating system designed for small and medium-sized businesses and ensured simple digitized and automated financial processes. The company's platform covers budget planning and cash flow, liquidity management, all purchase and invoice approvals, payments via bank connection or virtual and physical debit or prepaid cards, and the associated preliminary accounting with an interface to data, enabling businesses to automate the accounts payable processes.

Visplore

Seed Round in 2021
Visplore is a developer of visual analysis software that focuses on time-series data across various industries. The company's software is designed to facilitate interactive exploration of large volumes of sensor data, making it easier for clients to gain insights. By simplifying the processes of data exploration and preparation, Visplore enables users to identify correlations, patterns, and trends effectively. The software tools provided by Visplore aim to enhance the understanding of complex data sets, thereby supporting informed decision-making across different sectors.

Threedy

Seed Round in 2020
Threedy GmbH, established in 2020 and located in Darmstadt, Germany, is a company that specializes in high-performance visual computing through its instant3Dhub platform. This platform supports visualization, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) applications tailored for sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and energy. By enabling the integration of large data sets with business data and sensors, Threedy facilitates a wide range of applications across various devices and use cases, enhancing the way industries visualize and interact with complex data.

Getsafe

Series B in 2020
GetSafe GmbH is a digital insurance company based in Heidelberg, Germany, founded in 2014. The company offers a user-friendly platform that allows customers to manage their insurance policies digitally, providing a simple and enjoyable experience. GetSafe provides various insurance products, including liability, contents, and car insurance in Germany, as well as contents insurance in the UK. By leveraging technology and automation, GetSafe streamlines the insurance process, enabling customers to file claims or adjust their coverage quickly and easily through their smartphones. This approach replaces traditional complexity and paperwork with smart bots, enhancing the overall efficiency and accessibility of insurance services.

Araris

Seed Round in 2020
Araris Biotech AG is a biotechnology start-up based in Zurich, Switzerland, that specializes in developing antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) linker technology for targeted chemotherapy. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on creating a platform that facilitates the rapid production of high-quality ADCs without the need for extensive engineering of antibodies or cell lines. This approach allows for the direct use of "off-the-shelf" antibodies, enabling the site-specific modification of ADCs within days, while ensuring robust quality control and analysis. Araris' technology is designed to deliver potent drugs directly to cancer cells, minimizing exposure to healthy tissues and thereby improving safety and tolerability for patients. The company's innovative ADC technology is supported by two patents, underscoring its commitment to advancing anti-cancer treatment options.

Decentriq

Seed Round in 2020
Decentriq makes data collaboration simple and safe by leveraging confidential computing. Sensitive data is extremely valuable and at the same time very hard to leverage and analyze safely. Decentriq’s software platform enables our clients and partners to securely analyze sensitive data. No friction, easy to test and apply while providing state-of-art security. The platform proves the privacy and security of the data from any other party, including us. It allows complete confidentiality for computations, even while sitting in a public cloud. More under: confidentialcomputing.cloud

heartbeat medical

Series A in 2020
Heartbeat Medical develops a healthcare platform focused on tracking patient-reported outcomes. The platform serves as a comprehensive patient management tool suitable for healthcare facilities of all sizes. By emphasizing the importance of quality of life data, Heartbeat Medical enables healthcare providers to gain valuable insights through intelligent evaluations of diagnostics and treatment methods. This approach allows physicians and therapists to enhance their understanding of patient experiences and improve treatment strategies based on real-world evidence.

gitti

Seed Round in 2020
gitti GmbH develops beauty products. It offers manicure sets, nail colors, and nail care products. The company sells its products online. gitti GmbH was formerly known as JCB Cosmetics UG (haftungsbeschränkt). The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Semalytix

Series A in 2020
Semalytix’s Pharos is an AI-based real world evidence generation tool that ingests data and breaks it down so you can receive specific information about the disease you’re investigating — zooming into specific target populations and studying nearly any variable you are interested in.

Foodcircle

Seed Round in 2020
Foodcircle is a digital wholesale solution that facilitates and accelerates trade between suppliers and buyers of organic foods at competitive prices. Our global network comprises certified organic partners that are committed to the highest quality standards. As a state-of-the-art digital wholesaler, Foodcircle is providing innovative value chain solutions alongside best-in-class service to food manufacturers Europe wide.

DyeMansion

Series B in 2020
DyeMansion GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the post-processing and coloring of 3D-printed laser sintered parts. The company provides high-volume finishing systems that streamline the transition from raw 3D-printed components to high-value consumer and industrial products. With a focus on precision coloring and finishing, DyeMansion serves over four hundred clients, including prominent global manufacturers across various sectors such as eyewear, automotive, retail, medical, and sports equipment. The company has established itself as a leader in additive manufacturing finishing systems for polymer parts, collaborating with major industrial 3D printing systems like EOS, HP, 3D Systems, and Prodways. DyeMansion's technology enables the production of items ranging from luxury sunglasses to essential automotive components, ensuring high-quality results tailored to customer specifications.

ToolSense

Seed Round in 2020
ToolSense GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in developing an industrial Internet of Things (IoT) platform tailored for construction tools manufacturers. Its platform allows these manufacturers to integrate modules that collect, analyze, and compress sensor data locally, enabling better networking of construction machinery and data recording during operation. ToolSense provides comprehensive solutions encompassing hardware, firmware, analytics, cloud services, and front-end interfaces for mobile and cost-sensitive construction and cleaning equipment. The company's innovations help original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) enhance customer service, gain insights for research and development, and foster customer loyalty. ToolSense has received multiple accolades, including the Austrian Foreign Trade Award and the ORF Futurezone Award for Best IoT Startup, and is actively involved in various prestigious programs to promote its growth and technological impact.

Layer

Seed Round in 2020
Layer Software GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, offers a web platform designed to enhance collaboration and productivity in finance processes. The company's solution automates and manages spreadsheets, enabling users to collect, share, control, and integrate various spreadsheet components effectively. By providing a productivity layer that works with both Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, Layer aims to transform how teams across various organizations engage with spreadsheets, ultimately streamlining workflows and improving efficiency.

yamo

Series A in 2020
yamo is on a mission to give parents healthier and easy food choices for their children. Its products are available online via a direct to consumer subscription model and through grocery stores. The latter includes Coop in Switzerland and select Edeka and Rewe stores in Germany.

Skribble

Series B in 2020
Skribble is a platform for electronic signatures that presupposes the identification of the signatures. The platform provides the legally suitable electronic signature for every type of contract even if the law requires the same legal weight as a handwritten signature. It allows signing documents electronically with just a few clicks legally binding in accordance with Swiss & EU law. Skribble was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Zeitgold

Series B in 2020
Zeitgold GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Berlin, Germany, develops an application designed to assist small businesses, including cafes, restaurants, small retailers, and craft enterprises with 3 to 20 employees, in managing their financial administration tasks. The app integrates human expertise with artificial intelligence to streamline preparatory accounting and various administrative functions. Its features include a digital cash journal, automated bookkeeping tools, a document archive, and payment solutions for managing invoices and payroll. Zeitgold also offers a service where it provides a box for businesses to store accounting paperwork, which is subsequently collected, scanned, and archived. This end-to-end solution simplifies the financial processes of small business owners, enabling them to focus on their core operations while maintaining compliance and organization in their bookkeeping.

COMPEON

Series C in 2020
COMPEON is Germany’s leading financing portal for SMEs. Companies can obtain tailored offers from various financing partners for their planned projects by submitting a query free of charge at www.compeon.de. COMPEON works with more than 220 banks, leasing companies and special providers and handles financing enquiries with a total volume of €2.5 billion every year. In addition to credit, loans and leasing agreements, the firm brokers also factoring and alternative financing products – such as mezzanine capital, purchase and project financing or private debt. The fintech company has been on the market since 2013. In addition to its three founders and managing directors Kai Böringschulte, Dr Nico Peters and Dr Frank Wüller, COMPEON is owned by DvH Ventures, b-to-v and Tengelmann Ventures.

Sharpist

Seed Round in 2020
Sharpist GmbH develops an online platform for coaching, learning development, and leadership programs. It offers video coaching, personalized exercise, goal setting, and explanation services through its platform. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Volocopter

Series C in 2020
Volocopter GmbH is a German company specializing in urban air mobility by manufacturing electric helicopters for passenger transport. Founded in 2011 and based in Bruchsal, the company develops innovative products such as the Volocity air taxi designed for urban environments and the Volocopter 2X, a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Volocopter's services are accessible through a dedicated application, which supports piloted, remote-controlled, and fully autonomous flight options. The company has achieved significant milestones, including receiving provisional licensing for a two-seater Volocopter from the German aviation authority in 2016 and entering a partnership with RTA Dubai in 2017 to launch an autonomously flying air taxi. Volocopter aims to transform urban transportation with its advanced aerial mobility solutions.

Ninox

Seed Round in 2019
Ninox Software GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, develops business applications that empower teams to automate back-office workflows without requiring developer assistance. Utilizing a no-code approach, Ninox enables over 2,800 companies across various industries to digitize their business processes efficiently. The company distinguishes itself in the rapidly growing no- and low-code application platform market by offering a user-friendly experience that combines the ease of modern productivity tools with the flexibility of application platforms. This facilitates broader adoption among organizations, as Ninox streamlines the onboarding process while reducing the time and effort needed to create custom business applications.

ottonova

Series D in 2019
Ottonova Holding AG, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing health insurance products via a digital platform. The company focuses on simplifying the insurance experience for its users, offering a range of services designed to support their health needs. Ottonova aims to be a dependable health partner, ensuring that customers have access to the necessary resources for their well-being. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance the everyday lives of its clients while addressing their long-term health insurance requirements.

Comtravo

Series B in 2019
Comtravo GmbH is a Berlin-based company that offers an artificial intelligence-driven platform for managing business travel, specifically tailored for small and medium enterprises. Founded in 2015, Comtravo streamlines the process of booking, managing, and expensing business trips through its innovative use of machine learning and software solutions. By simplifying travel management, the company enables SMEs to efficiently handle their travel needs while optimizing costs and resources.

Comtravo

Series B in 2019
Comtravo GmbH is a Berlin-based company that offers an artificial intelligence-driven platform for managing business travel, specifically tailored for small and medium enterprises. Founded in 2015, Comtravo streamlines the process of booking, managing, and expensing business trips through its innovative use of machine learning and software solutions. By simplifying travel management, the company enables SMEs to efficiently handle their travel needs while optimizing costs and resources.

HQS Quantum Simulations

Seed Round in 2019
HQS Quantum Simulations GmbH, founded in 2017 and located in Karlsruhe, Germany, focuses on developing quantum algorithms to predict molecular properties for industries such as performance materials, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The traditional development of these products involves a lengthy and costly process, requiring numerous synthesis, formulation, and testing steps to achieve desired specifications. While simulations can significantly reduce time-to-market and R&D costs, they often fall short in efficiency or capability for complex problems. By leveraging quantum computing, HQS Quantum Simulations aims to enhance the predictive power of simulations, thereby addressing current limitations in the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.
Arktis Radiation Detectors Ltd designs and manufactures advanced detection systems that accurately identify and categorize radiological and nuclear materials. The company specializes in platform technologies for detecting ionizing radiation, including neutron and gamma radiation, utilizing compressed noble gas to enhance detection capabilities. Arktis offers a range of products, including detector modules, data acquisition systems, radiation portal monitors, and mobile monitoring systems. Its solutions are applicable across various sectors, such as border and transportation security, nuclear power, health physics, and environmental monitoring. Additionally, Arktis provides consulting services related to threat mitigation, radiation shielding, and health physics to both businesses and governments. Founded in 2007 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, Arktis is committed to improving safety and security through innovative radiation detection technologies.

Demecan

Series A in 2019
Demecan Holding GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in the production of cannabis, focusing on the cultivation, importation, and wholesale distribution of medical cannabis. The company operates in response to the growing recognition of cannabis's potential benefits as medicine across Europe, where patient numbers utilizing medical cannabis have significantly increased in recent years. Demecan aims to facilitate access to modern cannabis therapies in any European country that opts to offer such care to its citizens and patients.

Joblift

Series B in 2019
Joblift is a meta-search platform providing job seekers with the most intuitive and frictionless experience during the recruiting process. They apply latest machine learning techniques and big-data based algorithms in order to offer their users matching job vacancies that truly matter to them.

GNA Biosolutions

Series C in 2019
GNA Biosolutions is a molecular technology company located in Martinsried, Germany, specializing in innovative diagnostic devices for detecting and analyzing DNA. Their core technology, Pulse Controlled Amplification, enhances molecular testing by integrating ultrafast nucleic acid amplification with intrinsic sample preparation. This advancement allows for efficient and simplified diagnosis of human pathogens in laboratory settings, as well as on-site applications and Point of Care scenarios. GNA Biosolutions aims to make the benefits of molecular testing accessible to a broader audience, facilitating rapid and accurate results from sample collection to analysis.

DeepCode

Seed Round in 2019
DeepCode AG, founded in 2016 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, develops artificial intelligence software for semantic code analysis. The company’s software automates the programming interface to understand the intent of the code, enabling it to identify critical bugs and vulnerabilities while detecting significant coding issues. This functionality allows developers to enhance software quality without the need for user annotations or specifications. In September 2020, DeepCode AG became a subsidiary of Snyk Ltd., further integrating its innovative solutions into the software development landscape.

Seven Senders

Series B in 2019
Seven Senders is a delivery platform that specializes in optimizing shipping processes for e-commerce businesses across Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Berlin, the company connects shippers to local last-mile carrier networks, offering a comprehensive solution for cross-border shipments. Its platform provides standardized tracking capabilities compatible with all carriers, allowing online retailers to monitor their parcels from pickup to delivery. Additionally, Seven Senders enhances the customer experience through real-time analytics of delivery times and return rates, ensuring transparency throughout the shipping process. The company also offers SENDWISE, an application designed for users to track and manage their shipments effectively.

Retinai

Seed Round in 2019
RetinAI Medical AG develops software tools to collect, organize, and analyze health data of eyes for healthcare professionals and patients. Its products include OmniViewer, which allows researchers and scientists to annotate and structure 2D and 3D datasets for machine learning research and statistical analyses; and Discovery, a software tool for clinical and pharmaceutical research. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Bern, Switzerland.

Synfioo GmbH

Series A in 2019
Synfioo GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Potsdam, Germany, specializes in developing software solutions for logistics specialists and transport planners. The company offers an innovative platform that provides real-time transportation monitoring, enabling users to receive immediate updates on setbacks affecting transport plans, such as traffic congestions, security controls, strikes, and adverse weather conditions. By utilizing a big data approach, Synfioo predicts arrival times and analyzes how external factors influence logistics operations. This functionality allows transportation planners to access crucial information seamlessly within their existing workflows, facilitating prompt reactions to ensure a smooth supply chain.

Skribble

Series A in 2019
Skribble is a platform for electronic signatures that presupposes the identification of the signatures. The platform provides the legally suitable electronic signature for every type of contract even if the law requires the same legal weight as a handwritten signature. It allows signing documents electronically with just a few clicks legally binding in accordance with Swiss & EU law. Skribble was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Cybus

Venture Round in 2019
Cybus GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in providing an Internet platform that facilitates the connectivity of industrial machinery and software applications. The company offers its Cybus Connectware, a middleware solution designed for the industrial Internet of Things, enabling manufacturing firms to implement various Smart Factory use cases, including quality management, condition monitoring, and predictive maintenance. Cybus products, such as the CONNECTIVITY REPORT 4.0 and the 4.0 DEMONSTRATOR, provide comprehensive interface analysis and a secure API for direct interaction with prototypes. Additionally, the Cybus Connectbox allows for plug-and-play operation, ensuring that users maintain full control over their production data while benefiting from data-driven services. The company's focus on data sovereignty and secure connectivity positions it as a vital partner for manufacturers and service providers looking to enhance their digital applications and overall operational efficiency.

SamanTree Medical

Series A in 2019
SamanTree Medical SA is a Swiss company specializing in the development of innovative medical microscopy devices aimed at enhancing cancer treatment and surgical outcomes. Founded in 2014 and based in Ecublens, the company focuses on micro-optics-based digital microscopy systems that provide an extensive field of view for various applications, including research, diagnostics, and surgery. Its flagship product, a surgical digital microscope, enables real-time visualization of cellular structures within living tissue, facilitating precise assessment of tumor margins. This technology allows surgeons to achieve full margin control and make informed decisions during procedures, ultimately improving resection accuracy, reducing re-operation rates, and decreasing overall procedure costs. By enabling immediate visualization of cancerous cells during surgery, SamanTree Medical's devices significantly enhance patient care and outcomes in cancer surgery.

Layer

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Layer Software GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, offers a web platform designed to enhance collaboration and productivity in finance processes. The company's solution automates and manages spreadsheets, enabling users to collect, share, control, and integrate various spreadsheet components effectively. By providing a productivity layer that works with both Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, Layer aims to transform how teams across various organizations engage with spreadsheets, ultimately streamlining workflows and improving efficiency.

i2x

Series A in 2019
i2x GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence software aimed at enhancing sales and customer interactions through real-time automated coaching. Founded in 2017, the company provides a conversation analytics platform that records and analyzes calls, offering insights into effective communication strategies. By employing machine learning algorithms and big data, i2x enables sales and service teams to understand the dynamics of customer conversations, including speech patterns and engagement metrics. The platform supports agents with ongoing training and delivers actionable data-driven best practices to improve performance. Additionally, i2x assists managers by decrypting call data, providing deeper insights into customer interactions and employee skills, ultimately leading to increased conversion rates and customer satisfaction. By augmenting human intelligence, i2x enhances the quality of customer interactions and elevates the overall brand experience.

Zeitgold

Series A in 2019
Zeitgold GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Berlin, Germany, develops an application designed to assist small businesses, including cafes, restaurants, small retailers, and craft enterprises with 3 to 20 employees, in managing their financial administration tasks. The app integrates human expertise with artificial intelligence to streamline preparatory accounting and various administrative functions. Its features include a digital cash journal, automated bookkeeping tools, a document archive, and payment solutions for managing invoices and payroll. Zeitgold also offers a service where it provides a box for businesses to store accounting paperwork, which is subsequently collected, scanned, and archived. This end-to-end solution simplifies the financial processes of small business owners, enabling them to focus on their core operations while maintaining compliance and organization in their bookkeeping.

Ledgy

Seed Round in 2018
Ledgy AG, a technology company, operates Software-as-a-Service platform to manage and exchange securities in private companies. Its platform is used for shares management for companies and shareholders. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Zurich, Switzerland.

DeepL

Series A in 2018
DeepL GmbH develops artificial intelligence (AI) software and online translation services of bilingual texts in English and German for words and expression. Its products include, a language translating website, DeepL Translator and Linguee App. DeepL GmbH was formerly known as Linguee GmbH and changed its name to DeepL GmbH in August, 2017. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Cologne, Germany.

CheckYeti.com

Series A in 2018
CheckYeti is the largest online platform to book activities in 1000+ mountain and beach destinations across Europe - including skiing & snowboarding, rafting & canyoning, mountain biking, paragliding & ballooning, diving & surfing, jet skiing, boat trips and many more. With 12 000+ offers in 16 countries, CheckYeti enables holidaymakers and outdoor enthusiasts to experience summer and winter activities with their ideal guide.

Urban Sports

Series B in 2018
Urban Sports Club is a company that promotes a healthier and more active lifestyle through a flexible sports membership model. Founded in 2012 in Berlin by Moritz Kreppel and Benjamin Roth, it offers access to over 50 types of sports, including gym workouts, swimming, yoga, and team sports, across more than 10,000 partner venues in several European countries including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Belgium. The club caters to both individual users and corporate clients, emphasizing variety and flexibility in fitness options. After initially bootstrapping for two years, the company secured early-stage financing in 2015 and expanded its market presence by acquiring four competitors within Germany, enhancing its service offerings and network. Urban Sports Club aims to reinvent the leisure and company sports market by providing a comprehensive platform for fitness and wellness activities.

DyeMansion

Series A in 2018
DyeMansion GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the post-processing and coloring of 3D-printed laser sintered parts. The company provides high-volume finishing systems that streamline the transition from raw 3D-printed components to high-value consumer and industrial products. With a focus on precision coloring and finishing, DyeMansion serves over four hundred clients, including prominent global manufacturers across various sectors such as eyewear, automotive, retail, medical, and sports equipment. The company has established itself as a leader in additive manufacturing finishing systems for polymer parts, collaborating with major industrial 3D printing systems like EOS, HP, 3D Systems, and Prodways. DyeMansion's technology enables the production of items ranging from luxury sunglasses to essential automotive components, ensuring high-quality results tailored to customer specifications.

yamo

Venture Round in 2018
yamo is on a mission to give parents healthier and easy food choices for their children. Its products are available online via a direct to consumer subscription model and through grocery stores. The latter includes Coop in Switzerland and select Edeka and Rewe stores in Germany.

Ava

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

DeepCode

Seed Round in 2018
DeepCode AG, founded in 2016 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, develops artificial intelligence software for semantic code analysis. The company’s software automates the programming interface to understand the intent of the code, enabling it to identify critical bugs and vulnerabilities while detecting significant coding issues. This functionality allows developers to enhance software quality without the need for user annotations or specifications. In September 2020, DeepCode AG became a subsidiary of Snyk Ltd., further integrating its innovative solutions into the software development landscape.

Comatch

Series B in 2018
Comatch GmbH is a Berlin-based online marketplace that connects companies with freelance management consultants and industry experts. The platform specializes in providing support across various areas, including strategy, organization, IT, marketing, sales, finance, market analysis, and operations. By facilitating these connections, Comatch enables businesses of all sizes to access the expertise they need for their projects, streamlining the process of finding qualified professionals for specific consulting needs.

Mymoria

Series A in 2018
Mymoria GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in online funeral planning services, providing support to individuals during challenging times. Founded in 2015, Mymoria offers a comprehensive platform for the full configuration and commissioning of funerals, significantly reducing costs compared to traditional mortuary services. The company operates nationwide in Germany and focuses on streamlining its processes to ensure high service standards while maintaining affordability. Mymoria aims to make funeral planning more accessible and efficient for its clients.

Foodspring

Venture Round in 2018
foodspring GmbH produces and sells sports nutrition products. It offers proteins, supplements, snacks and bars, muesli/porridges, drinks, protein powders, and other products. The company’s products are used for muscle building, weight loss, and healthy living. It sells its products online. The company was formerly known as egg.de GmbH and changed its name to foodspring GmbH in May 2016. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Berlin, Germany. foodspring GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Goodminton AG.

i2x

Seed Round in 2018
i2x GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence software aimed at enhancing sales and customer interactions through real-time automated coaching. Founded in 2017, the company provides a conversation analytics platform that records and analyzes calls, offering insights into effective communication strategies. By employing machine learning algorithms and big data, i2x enables sales and service teams to understand the dynamics of customer conversations, including speech patterns and engagement metrics. The platform supports agents with ongoing training and delivers actionable data-driven best practices to improve performance. Additionally, i2x assists managers by decrypting call data, providing deeper insights into customer interactions and employee skills, ultimately leading to increased conversion rates and customer satisfaction. By augmenting human intelligence, i2x enhances the quality of customer interactions and elevates the overall brand experience.

Blacklane

Series D in 2018
Blacklane GmbH is a provider of professional ground transportation services, offering a range of options including business class, business van/SUV, first class, and economy class services. The company specializes in airport transfers, limousine, and chauffeur services for both individuals and corporate clients. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Blacklane operates additional offices in New York, Los Angeles, and Dubai, serving major cities such as London and Paris. The company emphasizes safety, reliability, and the use of smart technology to enhance the travel experience. Blacklane has also been carbon-neutral since 2017, reflecting its commitment to environmental sustainability. Customers can conveniently book and manage their rides through Blacklane’s website and mobile application, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

Joblift

Series A in 2017
Joblift is a meta-search platform providing job seekers with the most intuitive and frictionless experience during the recruiting process. They apply latest machine learning techniques and big-data based algorithms in order to offer their users matching job vacancies that truly matter to them.

Idagio

Series A in 2017
IDAGIO GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a prominent streaming service dedicated to classical music. With over 1.8 million app downloads and subscribers across 190 countries, IDAGIO offers users the ability to explore a vast catalog of more than 2 million licensed tracks. The platform allows listeners to browse multiple recordings of the same work by different performers, enhancing their classical music experience. IDAGIO's unique search functionality is tailored specifically for classical music, complemented by expert curation. The service is accessible via a web app and mobile app, providing three subscription tiers: IDAGIO Free, IDAGIO Premium, and IDAGIO Premium+. Founded by Till Janczukowicz and Christoph Lange, IDAGIO connects classical musicians with their audience, facilitating the upload and distribution of recordings while fostering communication between artists and listeners.

Urban Sports

Series A in 2017
Urban Sports Club is a company that promotes a healthier and more active lifestyle through a flexible sports membership model. Founded in 2012 in Berlin by Moritz Kreppel and Benjamin Roth, it offers access to over 50 types of sports, including gym workouts, swimming, yoga, and team sports, across more than 10,000 partner venues in several European countries including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Belgium. The club caters to both individual users and corporate clients, emphasizing variety and flexibility in fitness options. After initially bootstrapping for two years, the company secured early-stage financing in 2015 and expanded its market presence by acquiring four competitors within Germany, enhancing its service offerings and network. Urban Sports Club aims to reinvent the leisure and company sports market by providing a comprehensive platform for fitness and wellness activities.

Volocopter

Venture Round in 2017
Volocopter GmbH is a German company specializing in urban air mobility by manufacturing electric helicopters for passenger transport. Founded in 2011 and based in Bruchsal, the company develops innovative products such as the Volocity air taxi designed for urban environments and the Volocopter 2X, a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Volocopter's services are accessible through a dedicated application, which supports piloted, remote-controlled, and fully autonomous flight options. The company has achieved significant milestones, including receiving provisional licensing for a two-seater Volocopter from the German aviation authority in 2016 and entering a partnership with RTA Dubai in 2017 to launch an autonomously flying air taxi. Volocopter aims to transform urban transportation with its advanced aerial mobility solutions.

COMPEON

Series B in 2017
COMPEON is Germany’s leading financing portal for SMEs. Companies can obtain tailored offers from various financing partners for their planned projects by submitting a query free of charge at www.compeon.de. COMPEON works with more than 220 banks, leasing companies and special providers and handles financing enquiries with a total volume of €2.5 billion every year. In addition to credit, loans and leasing agreements, the firm brokers also factoring and alternative financing products – such as mezzanine capital, purchase and project financing or private debt. The fintech company has been on the market since 2013. In addition to its three founders and managing directors Kai Böringschulte, Dr Nico Peters and Dr Frank Wüller, COMPEON is owned by DvH Ventures, b-to-v and Tengelmann Ventures.

Kivu Technologies GmbH

Seed Round in 2017
Kivu Technologies GmbH. develops scalable software for network analysis in the security industry. It identifies and monitors networks in real-time, collects data, and alerts behavioral changes, new connections, and network information. The company develops The Kivu Hosted Solution that offers a browser-based application. It offers The Kivu Onsite Solution for analysis of baked-in algorithms. Kivu Technologies GmbH. was founded in 2016 and is based in Vienna, Austria.

Seven Senders

Series A in 2017
Seven Senders is a delivery platform that specializes in optimizing shipping processes for e-commerce businesses across Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Berlin, the company connects shippers to local last-mile carrier networks, offering a comprehensive solution for cross-border shipments. Its platform provides standardized tracking capabilities compatible with all carriers, allowing online retailers to monitor their parcels from pickup to delivery. Additionally, Seven Senders enhances the customer experience through real-time analytics of delivery times and return rates, ensuring transparency throughout the shipping process. The company also offers SENDWISE, an application designed for users to track and manage their shipments effectively.

Comtravo

Series A in 2017
Comtravo GmbH is a Berlin-based company that offers an artificial intelligence-driven platform for managing business travel, specifically tailored for small and medium enterprises. Founded in 2015, Comtravo streamlines the process of booking, managing, and expensing business trips through its innovative use of machine learning and software solutions. By simplifying travel management, the company enables SMEs to efficiently handle their travel needs while optimizing costs and resources.

ottonova

Series C in 2017
Ottonova Holding AG, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing health insurance products via a digital platform. The company focuses on simplifying the insurance experience for its users, offering a range of services designed to support their health needs. Ottonova aims to be a dependable health partner, ensuring that customers have access to the necessary resources for their well-being. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance the everyday lives of its clients while addressing their long-term health insurance requirements.

Goodminton AG

Series B in 2017
Goodminton AG, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in producing nutritional and diet food products under its brands foodspring and amapur. The company offers a diverse range of items, including proteins, supplements, snacks, bars, muesli, porridge, superfoods, drinks, and various cooking products. Additionally, Goodminton AG provides shakes, soups, cereals, cookies, crackers, pretzels, vitamins, minerals, and vegetable stock. Founded in 2014, the company operates as a subsidiary of Mars, Incorporated, and aims to establish itself as a leading digital nutrition brand.

Foodspring

Funding Round in 2017
foodspring GmbH produces and sells sports nutrition products. It offers proteins, supplements, snacks and bars, muesli/porridges, drinks, protein powders, and other products. The company’s products are used for muscle building, weight loss, and healthy living. It sells its products online. The company was formerly known as egg.de GmbH and changed its name to foodspring GmbH in May 2016. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Berlin, Germany. foodspring GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Goodminton AG.

Target Video

Seed Round in 2017
Established in summer 2014 target video is a young and growing company for the production and distribution of digital and audio-visual media content with its headquarters in Munich. They design, manufacture and distribute innovative infotainment formats for digital video platforms, social media and online portals. In addition, They operate successful editorial online portals in the area of ​​lifestyle and counselor. They are convinced that moving image will be the dominant digital content of the future! Their video formats are optimized for the "Generation Mobile & Social" and already achieve high coverage on the portals of renowned customers and partners.

ottonova

Series B in 2017
Ottonova Holding AG, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing health insurance products via a digital platform. The company focuses on simplifying the insurance experience for its users, offering a range of services designed to support their health needs. Ottonova aims to be a dependable health partner, ensuring that customers have access to the necessary resources for their well-being. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance the everyday lives of its clients while addressing their long-term health insurance requirements.

Beekeeper

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

Eperi

Seed Round in 2017
eperi GmbH, founded in 2003 and headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany, specializes in IT security solutions, focusing on Cloud Data Protection (CDP). The company offers a range of services including database encryption, mobile security, and API security for cloud applications and files. With over 15 years of experience in the field, eperi aims to safeguard sensitive data across various platforms. The company is led by its founder and CEO, Elmar Eperiesi-Beck, who possesses a majority ownership stake. Additionally, since 2014, the Swiss investor network b-to-v has held a minority stake, along with Evolution Equity Partners, which has been involved since 2016.

Raisin

Series C in 2017
Raisin is a savings and investment marketplace that connects retail customers with banks looking to expand deposit reach. The company's goal is to provide savers the best interest rates. The company gives access to exclusive savings products from all over Europe. Raisin assures a smooth investment process and the simple management of investments with all of the partner banks via one single platform. Raisin was founded on 2012 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Campanda

Series B in 2017
Campanda builds the world's largest online booking platform dedicated to the rental and sharing of recreational vehicles. Camping enthusiasts can search, compare and book RV rental deals from commercial and private suppliers in over 40 countries worldwide.

Advanon

Series A in 2017
Advanon AG, based in Zurich, Switzerland, operates an online financial services platform that specializes in invoice financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in 2015, the platform allows businesses to pre-finance their invoices, enabling them to access liquidity without the long wait times typically associated with customer payments, which can range from 30 to 120 days. This service provides SMEs with flexible financing options that help strengthen their cash flow and support growth. Advanon is recognized as a financial intermediary and complies with regulatory standards set by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) under the Anti Money Laundering Act.
Arktis Radiation Detectors Ltd designs and manufactures advanced detection systems that accurately identify and categorize radiological and nuclear materials. The company specializes in platform technologies for detecting ionizing radiation, including neutron and gamma radiation, utilizing compressed noble gas to enhance detection capabilities. Arktis offers a range of products, including detector modules, data acquisition systems, radiation portal monitors, and mobile monitoring systems. Its solutions are applicable across various sectors, such as border and transportation security, nuclear power, health physics, and environmental monitoring. Additionally, Arktis provides consulting services related to threat mitigation, radiation shielding, and health physics to both businesses and governments. Founded in 2007 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, Arktis is committed to improving safety and security through innovative radiation detection technologies.