Lightrock

Lightrock is a global private equity platform dedicated to investing in sustainable businesses led by purpose-driven entrepreneurs. Founded in 2007, it focuses on companies that utilize scalable and technology-driven business models aligned with key impact themes, including people, planet, and productivity. The firm has built a diverse portfolio of over 60 high-growth companies, supported by a team of more than 55 professionals across five offices in Europe, Latin America, India, and Africa. Lightrock is backed by the Princely House of Liechtenstein and LGT, a prominent international private banking and asset management group. The firm emphasizes innovation aimed at driving systemic change at scale, positioning itself as a leader in impact investing.

Kushal Agrawal

CFO and Partner

Saleem Asaria

Partner

André Aubert

Partner

Marcel ter Bals

Chief Financial Officer

Werner von Baum

Managing Partner

Franziska Blindow

Principal of Hedge Funds

Kevin Bone

Partner

Maximilian Brönner

Managing Partner

Jürg Burkhard

Former VP

Douglas Coulter

Partner

Arnab Dutta

Investor

Marco Ferrari

Associate

Pius Fritschi

Managing Partner

Roger Gauch

Managing Partner

Sascha Graf

Partner

Sascha Gruber

Partner

Martha Heitmann

Partner

Anthony Hong

Principal

Umur Hursever

Partner

Keimpe Keuning

Executive Director

Cem Meric

Former Principal

Raj Morjaria

Partner

Wolfgang Mueller

Partner

Stefan Mühlemann

Partner of Hedge Funds

Roberto Paganoni

Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer

Raphael Paglia

Executive Director

Walter Pfaff

Managing Partner

Ashish Puri

Growth Investor

Tejasvi Ravi

Investor

Vaidhehi Ravindran

Partner

Robert Schlachter

Partner and Head of Investment Controlling Team

Tycho Sneyers

Managing Partner

Kartik Srivatsa

Partner

Christopher Steinau

Partner

Ivan Vercoutere

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Sivendran Vettivetpillai

CEO

Thomas Weber

Managing Partner

88 past transactions

M-KOPA

Private Equity Round in 2023
M-KOPA Kenya Limited, established in 2011 and headquartered in Nairobi, specializes in developing and marketing solar home systems designed for off-grid customers. The company offers a range of solar products, including systems equipped with lights, phone charging capabilities, and solar-powered radios. M-KOPA began commercial operations in Kenya in 2012 and has since expanded its services to Uganda and Tanzania. The company operates through a network of over 1,000 retail agents and shops, employing a team of more than 500 staff. M-KOPA is recognized for its innovative "pay-as-you-go" energy services, which leverage a proprietary technology platform that integrates mobile payments and asset financing, facilitating access to affordable energy solutions for underserved communities. The firm is also exploring opportunities to license its technology to reputable partners in markets beyond East Africa.

Western Veterinarian Partners

Venture Round in 2023
Western Veterinarian Partners provides veterinary practices.

EtaGen, Inc.

Series E in 2022
EtaGen, Inc. provides power generation services. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Shiprocket

Series E in 2022
Shiprocket is a tech-enabled logistics aggregation platform that drives global and domestic shipping for MSMEs operating in the e-commerce sector. Shiprocket ships to around 220 countries and across 26,000 PIN codes in India with 18 courier partners on-board. Incepted in 2017, Shiprocket today has 1.5 lakh sellers and has driven a GMV of more than $400 million till date. Some of the USPs of the platform include its AI-driven recommendation engine, cost-effectiveness (with domestic and international shipping rates), time-efficiency, data-driven approach, and easy-to-use integrated ecosystem for sellers (including Shiprocket 360 and Shiprocket Social) alongside others. This has enabled the platform to secure a YoY growth rate of 300% throughout and onboard customers irrespective of their operational/target geographies or business volume - emerging as the next-generation logistics enabler for e-commerce shipping in India.

Visby Medical

Series E in 2022
Visby Medical is a diagnostics company that develops PCR-based diagnostic tests for the detection of infectious diseases. The company develops a device platform that aims to redefine the way an illness is tested and treated. They believe that by taking a human-centric, technology-first approach to device development and they can create tools that are both highly accurate and delightful to use.

Distribusion Technologies

Series B in 2022
We believe any part of the travel journey should be bookable from anywhere and that booking ground transportation tickets should be as easy as booking a flight. We developed the first global B2B booking API and the largest network of carriers and retailers in the industry. Through our platform, global travel brands connect with hundreds of buses, airport transfer, train and ferry providers. Travel retailers use our API to access the largest content while carriers benefit from a full end-to-end booking solution. We are building what is to become the world’s standard for ground transportation.

Cuemath

Venture Round in 2022
Cuemath is the only program which makes every aspect of learning maths engaging and comprehensive by using math worksheets and application-based technology under the supervision of trained and certified teachers.

EtaGen, Inc.

Series E in 2022
EtaGen, Inc. provides power generation services. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Dock

Private Equity Round in 2022
Conductor Tecnologia S.A. is a prominent payments processor and banking-as-a-service provider based in São Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 1997, the company specializes in credit card and electronic payment processing, along with collection and billing services for third parties. Leveraging its proprietary API-based digital processing platform, Conductor serves nearly 250 corporate clients across various industries, processing over $20 billion annually. The company manages approximately 29 million active and 80 million total end customer payment accounts, facilitating transactions at more than 2.5 million points of sale throughout Latin America. Its comprehensive suite of services empowers clients to offer efficient payment solutions to their customers.

Chalo

Venture Round in 2022
Chalo is a free app that tracks ‍‍‍buses live and tells you what time your bus will reach your stop. Now you never have to wait at a bus stop ever again.

EdgeGrid

Seed Round in 2022
EdgeGrid is a Hyderabad-based clean-tech platform for energy transition for last-mile users.

Vivriti Capital

Series C in 2022
Vivriti Capital has been set up with the objective of creating the largest and most valuable platform for financial services, serving a client base of financial institutions, corporates, small enterprises, and individuals that lack efficient access to financial services. The founding team is committed to making Vivriti Capital a one-stop shop for all the debt requirements of its target clientele.

4G Capital

Series C in 2022
4G Capital, founded in 2013 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, specializes in providing instant access to credit for small businesses in Africa, particularly targeting the informal market. The company offers unsecured debt funding and financial literacy training tailored for micro-enterprises, including micro-business owners, rural traders, and female entrepreneurs. With a focus on enhancing sustainable growth, 4G Capital employs proprietary machine learning technology to gain insights into traditionally underserved sectors, allowing them to design scalable credit products that align with their clients’ financial circumstances. Clients can access loans via mobile money in under two minutes, facilitating quick and efficient funding. The company addresses the significant finance gap faced by micro and small enterprises in Africa, which often struggle to secure credit due to stringent collateral requirements. 4G Capital has achieved impressive metrics, including a collection rate exceeding 94% and a notable increase in client revenues. With operations in Kenya and Uganda, 4G Capital is expanding its reach across the continent, aiming to positively impact over 1 million people while fostering financial literacy and business success.

Yubi

Series B in 2022
CredAvenue is a fully integrated, unified digital platform that helps discover, trade, execute and fulfill debt solutions for investors.

Niyo Global

Series C in 2022
Niyo Global is a financial technology company founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California. The company specializes in digital banking solutions, focusing on helping salaried employees access various company benefits and financial services. Niyo partners with employers and banks to provide a digital platform that allows employees to utilize their benefits, such as healthcare and food allowances, through a mobile app designed for submitting claims. Additionally, Niyo offers a comprehensive payroll management platform that includes features for managing taxes and expenses, along with expense management cards and digital accounts that support multiple wallets. This enables users to effectively manage their personal finances and investment options.

MediBuddy

Series C in 2022
MediBuddy is the award-winning technology platform from Medi Assist that transforms the health insurance industry at the very core. MediBuddy, with its diverse offerings for various stakeholders of the health benefits industry, makes the process of discovering, accessing, utilizing and monitoring health benefits seamless, real-time and virtually paperless. Here is how MediBuddy addresses the varying needs of the diverse stakeholders in the health benefits ecosystem: • Members: MediBuddy is a comprehensive one-stop health benefits management platform that gives members access to inpatient, outpatient, wellness, fitness and preventive care services offered by our curated network of healthcare providers. Accessible both as an online portal as well as a mobile app, MediBuddy gives members unparalleled, real-time access to all their health benefits anytime and from anywhere. • Corporate HR: Individual logins for HR members provide them a transparent view of everyday claims management. The dashboard gives real-time information about claims in process, settled, denied, etc., and also allows HR members to raise, track or manage claims on behalf of their employees. • Insurers and decision makers: MediBuddy offers near-real-time MIS report of all critical parameters that allows for comparative study across years and policies with ease. Our business analytics module packs the power of multiple pivot tables into simple drop-downs for deep, decisive insights into your portfolio. Simple, graphical representation of data enables easy comparison, trend mapping and predictive analysis. • Hospitals: Medi Assist network hospitals enjoy real-time access to all cashless claims with MediBuddy. From receiving alerts for planned eCashless hospitalization, to raising preauthorization, enhancement and final billing, and also dashboards to view total claims settled, in-process, etc., hospitals get all the information they need on one common interface.

Smartcoin

Series B in 2022
SmartCoin is a mobile app based lending platform, capable of assessing the risk profile of a prospective borrower in real time, using data science and machine learning algorithms. Their proprietary credit underwriting engine aggregates thousands of data points on a customer’s smartphone to build a customized credit score. A customer is instantly offered personalized loan products on the basis of his risk and capacity, and the money is transferred digitally to their bank account.

BUGWORKS Research

Series B in 2022
Bugworks Research Inc. is a drug discovery company focused on developing antibiotics that address the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in Saratoga, California, with additional offices in Adelaide, Australia, and Bengaluru, India. Bugworks produces a range of antibiotic products, including GYROX-1, an intravenous drug designed for critical care infections; GYROX-2, an oral solution targeting both hospital and community infections; and GYROX-3, an oral drug specifically for cystic fibrosis patients. Through its innovative research, Bugworks aims to create effective pharmaceutical solutions to combat serious infections and improve patient outcomes.

Selina Finance

Series B in 2022
Selina Finance Limited, incorporated in 2018 and based in London, provides innovative digital finance services aimed at consumers and businesses. Recognizing the significant value tied up in UK homes and the reliance on costly consumer loans, credit cards, and overdrafts, the company offers flexible financing solutions that are designed to meet modern customer needs. Selina Finance enables individuals to assess their loan eligibility and provides credit facilities for property investors and businesses. By leveraging expertise in real estate, finance, and technology, Selina Finance aims to deliver a next-generation financing option that combines the flexibility of a current account, the affordability of a mortgage, and the ease of application typical of consumer loans.

Betterfly

Series C in 2022
Betterfly is a wellbeing and insurance platform based in Santiago, Chile, that focuses on enhancing health and wellness in organizations while fostering community impact. Established in 2018, Betterfly incentivizes employees to adopt healthier lifestyles by rewarding positive habits with life insurance coverage that increases over time. Additionally, the platform converts each healthy activity into a charitable donation, thus linking personal wellbeing with social responsibility. This innovative model not only promotes individual health but also contributes to addressing social issues, making it a purpose-driven solution for both employers and employees.

InterviewBit

Series B in 2022
InterviewBit Software Services LLP, founded in 2015 and based in Pune, India, operates an online interview preparation platform designed to equip students and young professionals with the necessary skills for technology jobs. The platform offers live online classes focused on computer science education and mentorship to help users navigate recruitment processes effectively. InterviewBit collects data on users' coding skills and technical backgrounds to match them with suitable job opportunities. Additionally, it functions as a recruitment agency, connecting pre-screened technical talent with major employers, including companies like Google, Amazon, and Facebook. With over a million registered software developers and more than 300,000 monthly active users, InterviewBit has established partnerships with numerous global companies to address their hiring needs.

Creditas

Series F in 2022
Creditas is a financial technology company based in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in secured consumer loans. Founded by Sergio Furio, the company operates a digital platform that leverages credit scoring and borrower assets, such as homes and automobiles, as collateral to provide loans. This approach allows Creditas to offer affordable lending solutions by partnering with traditional financial institutions and utilizing investor-backed resources. The platform is designed to enable borrowers to repay their loans in manageable installments, thereby making financing more accessible.

Copia Global

Series C in 2022
Copia Global is an e-commerce company based in Nairobi, Kenya, that focuses on providing a consumer catalog order and delivery system for middle to low-income individuals in developing regions. Founded in 2013, the company enables users to browse products and place orders through a mobile application, which also allows local shopkeepers to manage orders and payments via a mobile payment system. By leveraging mobile technologies and a network of local agents, Copia Global facilitates access to a wide range of quality goods for rural and peri-urban consumers. This innovative approach ensures that individuals without reliable internet access can still make purchases and receive products conveniently, ultimately empowering them as consumers.
Arya Collateral Warehousing Services provides post-harvest services including warehousing, warehouse receipt financing, rural storage discovery, collateral management and market linkages.

WayCool

Series D in 2022
WayCool Foods & Products Pvt. Ltd. is an agri-tech company based in Chennai, India, specializing in the procurement, processing, and distribution of fresh produce, dairy products, and grocery staples. Founded in 2015, the company sources fruits and vegetables from smallholder farmers and aggregators, facilitating direct links between farmers and consumers. WayCool employs innovative technology to enhance logistics and food safety, ensuring the quality of its products. It operates a diverse distribution network that includes retail stores under the brand SunnyBee, mobile stores on trucks, and e-commerce platforms, primarily serving the Chennai area. Additionally, WayCool designs and manages storage facilities and cold chain distribution operations, aiming to increase farmers' incomes while providing fresh produce to local shops, restaurants, and catering establishments. The company's vision focuses on becoming a leading food development and distribution entity in India, positively impacting the agricultural community.

Alasco

Series B in 2022
Alasco supports project controllers and developers through automated workflows and the availability of financial data placed in a central information source. This increases the productivity of the participants. This method also decreases the probability of errors, assures comprehensive transparency, and faster decision-making.

Dunzo

Venture Round in 2022
Dunzo is a hyper-local delivery app that facilitates connections between users and nearby delivery partners. Established in 2015 in Bengaluru, India, the company offers a diverse range of services, including the delivery of groceries, food, medicines, pet supplies, and other essentials. Additionally, Dunzo aids micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) by providing digital tools and solutions to enhance their eCommerce capabilities. The platform allows users to manage daily tasks efficiently by connecting them with merchants and service providers for various needs, such as package shipping and home services. Dunzo operates in several major Indian cities, including Bangalore, Pune, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Chennai, Jaipur, and Mumbai. The company is supported by notable investors, including Google and Alteria Capital, among others.

WayCool

Series D in 2021
WayCool Foods & Products Pvt. Ltd. is an agri-tech company based in Chennai, India, specializing in the procurement, processing, and distribution of fresh produce, dairy products, and grocery staples. Founded in 2015, the company sources fruits and vegetables from smallholder farmers and aggregators, facilitating direct links between farmers and consumers. WayCool employs innovative technology to enhance logistics and food safety, ensuring the quality of its products. It operates a diverse distribution network that includes retail stores under the brand SunnyBee, mobile stores on trucks, and e-commerce platforms, primarily serving the Chennai area. Additionally, WayCool designs and manages storage facilities and cold chain distribution operations, aiming to increase farmers' incomes while providing fresh produce to local shops, restaurants, and catering establishments. The company's vision focuses on becoming a leading food development and distribution entity in India, positively impacting the agricultural community.

InterviewBit

Series B in 2021
InterviewBit Software Services LLP, founded in 2015 and based in Pune, India, operates an online interview preparation platform designed to equip students and young professionals with the necessary skills for technology jobs. The platform offers live online classes focused on computer science education and mentorship to help users navigate recruitment processes effectively. InterviewBit collects data on users' coding skills and technical backgrounds to match them with suitable job opportunities. Additionally, it functions as a recruitment agency, connecting pre-screened technical talent with major employers, including companies like Google, Amazon, and Facebook. With over a million registered software developers and more than 300,000 monthly active users, InterviewBit has established partnerships with numerous global companies to address their hiring needs.

Infarm

Series D in 2021
Infarm, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in indoor vertical farming systems designed to cultivate a variety of produce, including herbs, lettuce, vegetables, and fruits. The company merges advanced vertical farming techniques with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and machine learning to create a resilient and transparent food system. Infarm's smart modular farms are strategically distributed in urban areas, allowing city residents access to fresh produce while promoting self-sufficiency in food production. With a focus on research and development, patented technologies, and a diverse team of experts, Infarm aims to enhance the safety, quality, and environmental sustainability of food in urban settings.

Shiprocket

Series E in 2021
Shiprocket is a tech-enabled logistics aggregation platform that drives global and domestic shipping for MSMEs operating in the e-commerce sector. Shiprocket ships to around 220 countries and across 26,000 PIN codes in India with 18 courier partners on-board. Incepted in 2017, Shiprocket today has 1.5 lakh sellers and has driven a GMV of more than $400 million till date. Some of the USPs of the platform include its AI-driven recommendation engine, cost-effectiveness (with domestic and international shipping rates), time-efficiency, data-driven approach, and easy-to-use integrated ecosystem for sellers (including Shiprocket 360 and Shiprocket Social) alongside others. This has enabled the platform to secure a YoY growth rate of 300% throughout and onboard customers irrespective of their operational/target geographies or business volume - emerging as the next-generation logistics enabler for e-commerce shipping in India.

Liqid

Series C in 2021
Liqid Inc. develops infrastructure hardware and software platform that enables users to manage, scale out, and configure physical bare-metal server systems within the data center. It offers composable infrastructure products, such as composable vSAN, high-memory products, AI platform, expansion solutions, and development kits; and composable storage products. Liqid Inc. was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado.

WayCool

Series D in 2021
WayCool Foods & Products Pvt. Ltd. is an agri-tech company based in Chennai, India, specializing in the procurement, processing, and distribution of fresh produce, dairy products, and grocery staples. Founded in 2015, the company sources fruits and vegetables from smallholder farmers and aggregators, facilitating direct links between farmers and consumers. WayCool employs innovative technology to enhance logistics and food safety, ensuring the quality of its products. It operates a diverse distribution network that includes retail stores under the brand SunnyBee, mobile stores on trucks, and e-commerce platforms, primarily serving the Chennai area. Additionally, WayCool designs and manages storage facilities and cold chain distribution operations, aiming to increase farmers' incomes while providing fresh produce to local shops, restaurants, and catering establishments. The company's vision focuses on becoming a leading food development and distribution entity in India, positively impacting the agricultural community.

CargoX

Series F in 2021
CargoX is a technology freight marketplace that provides shipping companies and carriers a smart and efficient solution to transport the most diverse types of products in any parts of Brazil. Through technology, we connect over 10 thousand shippers with 1.4 million trucks to eliminate excess capacity. CargoX save on shipping costs for shippers, increase earnings for truckers and reduces C02 emissions generated by empty trucks on the road. CargoX was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Kebony

Venture Round in 2021
Kebony AS, based in Oslo, Norway, specializes in the manufacturing and supply of modified wood products under the Kebony brand. The company was founded in 1997 and has developed a patented process known as Kebonization, which enhances sustainable softwood to mimic the properties of tropical hardwood without using toxic chemicals. Kebony's product offerings include cladding, decking, roofing, and construction materials, serving a diverse clientele that includes architects, builders, and yacht builders for various applications in residential, commercial, and marine sectors. With production facilities in Skien, Norway, and Flanders, Belgium, Kebony operates a global distribution network, supported by sales representatives across Europe and North America. The company is committed to providing environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional hardwood, contributing to sustainable building practices worldwide.

DeHaat

Series D in 2021
DeHaat, developed by Green Agrevolution Pvt. Ltd., is an innovative technology-driven platform that provides comprehensive agricultural services to Indian farmers. Launched in 2012 and based in Patna, India, DeHaat connects small farmers with essential resources such as seeds, fertilizers, and equipment, while also offering crop advisory and market linkage. The platform operates through a network of trained micro-entrepreneurs who facilitate last-mile delivery and personalized support. Registered farmers can access high-quality agricultural inputs at competitive prices and receive tailored crop reminders and monitoring assistance in their local language. Additionally, DeHaat enables farmers to sell their produce directly to institutional buyers, enhancing the efficiency of the agricultural value chain. By leveraging technology and local expertise, DeHaat aims to improve the livelihoods of thousands of farmers across India.

DeHaat

Series D in 2021
DeHaat, developed by Green Agrevolution Pvt. Ltd., is an innovative technology-driven platform that provides comprehensive agricultural services to Indian farmers. Launched in 2012 and based in Patna, India, DeHaat connects small farmers with essential resources such as seeds, fertilizers, and equipment, while also offering crop advisory and market linkage. The platform operates through a network of trained micro-entrepreneurs who facilitate last-mile delivery and personalized support. Registered farmers can access high-quality agricultural inputs at competitive prices and receive tailored crop reminders and monitoring assistance in their local language. Additionally, DeHaat enables farmers to sell their produce directly to institutional buyers, enhancing the efficiency of the agricultural value chain. By leveraging technology and local expertise, DeHaat aims to improve the livelihoods of thousands of farmers across India.

Porter

Series E in 2021
Porter is an online logistics marketplace focused on providing economical and efficient intra-city transportation solutions. It serves a diverse clientele, including e-commerce, FMCG, SMEs, traders, and logistics companies, by optimizing last-mile logistics through its dedicated fleet and in-house technology. Businesses can book mini trucks or tempos via Porter's platform, which allows for real-time tracking of their rides. This service addresses inefficiencies in urban logistics and transforms the transportation of goods, enabling numerous businesses to move their products on-demand. Porter's notable clients include major companies such as ITC, Flipkart, Amazon, and Delhivery, highlighting its role in enhancing logistics operations within cities.

Sunfire

Series D in 2021
Sunfire specializes in the development and manufacturing of systems for producing renewable industrial gases and fuels, known as e-Gas, e-Fuel, and e-Chemicals. These alternatives to fossil fuels can seamlessly integrate into existing infrastructures, replacing mineral oil and natural gas. The company utilizes solid oxide cells (SOCs) for the conversion process, which also serve as generators for electricity and heat. Sunfire aims to harness regenerative energy from various sources, such as wind, hydropower, and solar, ensuring its availability regardless of environmental conditions.

Chalo

Series C in 2021
Chalo is a free app that tracks ‍‍‍buses live and tells you what time your bus will reach your stop. Now you never have to wait at a bus stop ever again.

Yubi

Series A in 2021
CredAvenue is a fully integrated, unified digital platform that helps discover, trade, execute and fulfill debt solutions for investors.

Konfio

Series E in 2021
Konfio is a financial technology company based in Mexico City that focuses on providing online financial solutions for micro entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized enterprises. Founded in 2013, it offers a range of services including fixed-rate loans, short-term business credits, working capital loans, and online payment solutions. Additionally, Konfio provides a corporate credit card, a loyalty program, and business productivity software tools to enhance growth and operational efficiency. The company aims to support the financial needs of its clients through innovative digital banking solutions and has established itself as a key player in the Mexican fintech landscape.

axio

Venture Round in 2021
Capital Float is an online platform that provides working capital finance to SMEs in India. It offers flexible, short-term loans that can be used to purchase inventory, service new orders or optimize cash cycles. Borrowers can apply online in minutes, select desired repayment terms and receive funds in their bank accounts in 7 days with minimal hassle. Capital Float was founded in 2013 by Gaurav Hinduja and Sashank Rishyasringa.

Eupheus Learning

Series C in 2021
Eupheus Learning is a Delhi-based EdTech firm focused on enhancing the educational experience for K-12 students by providing technology-driven solutions that integrate in-class and at-home learning. The company aims to reach 10 million children in India through its specialized curriculum offerings, which include Kinesthetic Learning, Reading Enhancement, STEM/STEAM, and English Language learning. By collaborating with award-winning EdTech companies globally, Eupheus Learning develops a comprehensive platform that delivers curricular and supplemental materials, helping students to think critically and improve their learning outcomes.

Dataiku

Series E in 2021
Dataiku Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a centralized data platform designed to assist businesses in their data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Paris and London, Dataiku offers Dataiku DSS, a collaborative data science software that supports teams of data scientists, analysts, and engineers in preparing, analyzing, and deploying data products. The platform provides tools for visual data profiling, interactive exploration, and machine learning integration, facilitating a streamlined approach to data management. It enables organizations to build custom predictive models and supports agile data operations through a user-friendly interface. Dataiku serves a diverse range of clients, including major companies like Unilever and GE, helping them leverage their data effectively and accelerate their journey towards enterprise AI by providing best practices and removing operational roadblocks.

Dataiku

Series E in 2021
Dataiku Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a centralized data platform designed to assist businesses in their data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Paris and London, Dataiku offers Dataiku DSS, a collaborative data science software that supports teams of data scientists, analysts, and engineers in preparing, analyzing, and deploying data products. The platform provides tools for visual data profiling, interactive exploration, and machine learning integration, facilitating a streamlined approach to data management. It enables organizations to build custom predictive models and supports agile data operations through a user-friendly interface. Dataiku serves a diverse range of clients, including major companies like Unilever and GE, helping them leverage their data effectively and accelerate their journey towards enterprise AI by providing best practices and removing operational roadblocks.

CMR Surgical

Series D in 2021
CMR Surgical is to make minimal access surgery available to all. With Versius they have delivered a next-generation tool to fit seamlessly into today’s operating rooms, working in harmony with the surgeon to improve patient outcomes and deliver value for healthcare providers.

Konfio

Series E in 2021
Konfio is a financial technology company based in Mexico City that focuses on providing online financial solutions for micro entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized enterprises. Founded in 2013, it offers a range of services including fixed-rate loans, short-term business credits, working capital loans, and online payment solutions. Additionally, Konfio provides a corporate credit card, a loyalty program, and business productivity software tools to enhance growth and operational efficiency. The company aims to support the financial needs of its clients through innovative digital banking solutions and has established itself as a key player in the Mexican fintech landscape.

Neo4j

Secondary Market in 2021
Neo4j, Inc. develops a leading graph database platform designed to connect diverse community deployments and customers, enabling the exploration of interrelationships among people, processes, locations, and systems. This platform addresses various data challenges and supports applications in areas such as artificial intelligence, analytics, fraud detection, identity and access management, knowledge graphs, master data management, IT operations, risk compliance, recommendation engines, and social networking. Neo4j serves a wide range of industries, including financial services, retail, government, and telecommunications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company has expanded its presence with additional offices in Sweden, the United Kingdom, and France, solidifying its position as a prominent player in the graph database market.

Buser

Series C in 2021
Buser Brasil Tecnologia LTDA is a Brazilian company that operates an application designed for booking bus trips. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in São Paulo, the platform offers a collaborative charter service that connects travelers heading to the same destination, thereby enabling low-cost bus travel. Buser's technology promotes sustainable mobility in Brazil, providing an alternative for safe, quality, and affordable transportation. The application is accessible on both iOS and Android devices, catering to a growing demand for efficient travel solutions within the country.

MessageBird

Series C in 2021
MessageBird B.V. specializes in cloud-based software solutions designed for customer communication, including voice services, text messaging, programmable conversations, and notifications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company operates additional offices in cities such as San Francisco, Singapore, and London. As a unique cloud communications platform with its own telecommunications carrier infrastructure, MessageBird connects over 15,000 enterprises with their global customers through reliable SMS, Voice, and Chat APIs. The company's mission is to modernize customer communication by simplifying complex processes, and it is supported by a diverse team representing over 20 nationalities.

WayCool

Series C in 2021
WayCool Foods & Products Pvt. Ltd. is an agri-tech company based in Chennai, India, specializing in the procurement, processing, and distribution of fresh produce, dairy products, and grocery staples. Founded in 2015, the company sources fruits and vegetables from smallholder farmers and aggregators, facilitating direct links between farmers and consumers. WayCool employs innovative technology to enhance logistics and food safety, ensuring the quality of its products. It operates a diverse distribution network that includes retail stores under the brand SunnyBee, mobile stores on trucks, and e-commerce platforms, primarily serving the Chennai area. Additionally, WayCool designs and manages storage facilities and cold chain distribution operations, aiming to increase farmers' incomes while providing fresh produce to local shops, restaurants, and catering establishments. The company's vision focuses on becoming a leading food development and distribution entity in India, positively impacting the agricultural community.

Vogo

Series C in 2021
Vogo is a dockless scooter rental company that lets customers rent scooters for short one-way trips. The company's VOGO box is attached to each scooter and lets customers access the key without any human intervention and start riding. Vogo is the fastest commute option available today in India at a fraction of the cost of other alternatives. Vogo is currently available at limited pick-up and drop-off points across Bangalore and Hyderabad.

Dunzo

Series E in 2021
Dunzo is a hyper-local delivery app that facilitates connections between users and nearby delivery partners. Established in 2015 in Bengaluru, India, the company offers a diverse range of services, including the delivery of groceries, food, medicines, pet supplies, and other essentials. Additionally, Dunzo aids micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) by providing digital tools and solutions to enhance their eCommerce capabilities. The platform allows users to manage daily tasks efficiently by connecting them with merchants and service providers for various needs, such as package shipping and home services. Dunzo operates in several major Indian cities, including Bangalore, Pune, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Chennai, Jaipur, and Mumbai. The company is supported by notable investors, including Google and Alteria Capital, among others.

Creditas

Series E in 2020
Creditas is a financial technology company based in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in secured consumer loans. Founded by Sergio Furio, the company operates a digital platform that leverages credit scoring and borrower assets, such as homes and automobiles, as collateral to provide loans. This approach allows Creditas to offer affordable lending solutions by partnering with traditional financial institutions and utilizing investor-backed resources. The platform is designed to enable borrowers to repay their loans in manageable installments, thereby making financing more accessible.
Arya Collateral Warehousing Services provides post-harvest services including warehousing, warehouse receipt financing, rural storage discovery, collateral management and market linkages.

Satispay

Series C in 2020
Satispay is a fintech company that provides a bank account enabled mobile payment platform. The consumer app is available for anybody with a bank account, while merchants both online and offline can accept payments using any kind of device and POS. Satispay is able to process all payments with a structural cost advantage by connecting directly to the consumer and merchant bank accounts. As a result, consumers can pay friends and stores without any charges while merchants can finally accept payments with a cost-effective, convenient, and easy-to-use solution. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Milan, Lombardy.

MessageBird

Series C in 2020
MessageBird B.V. specializes in cloud-based software solutions designed for customer communication, including voice services, text messaging, programmable conversations, and notifications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company operates additional offices in cities such as San Francisco, Singapore, and London. As a unique cloud communications platform with its own telecommunications carrier infrastructure, MessageBird connects over 15,000 enterprises with their global customers through reliable SMS, Voice, and Chat APIs. The company's mission is to modernize customer communication by simplifying complex processes, and it is supported by a diverse team representing over 20 nationalities.

Infarm

Series C in 2020
Infarm, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in indoor vertical farming systems designed to cultivate a variety of produce, including herbs, lettuce, vegetables, and fruits. The company merges advanced vertical farming techniques with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and machine learning to create a resilient and transparent food system. Infarm's smart modular farms are strategically distributed in urban areas, allowing city residents access to fresh produce while promoting self-sufficiency in food production. With a focus on research and development, patented technologies, and a diverse team of experts, Infarm aims to enhance the safety, quality, and environmental sustainability of food in urban settings.
Arya Collateral Warehousing Services provides post-harvest services including warehousing, warehouse receipt financing, rural storage discovery, collateral management and market linkages.

Dunzo

Series E in 2020
Dunzo is a hyper-local delivery app that facilitates connections between users and nearby delivery partners. Established in 2015 in Bengaluru, India, the company offers a diverse range of services, including the delivery of groceries, food, medicines, pet supplies, and other essentials. Additionally, Dunzo aids micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) by providing digital tools and solutions to enhance their eCommerce capabilities. The platform allows users to manage daily tasks efficiently by connecting them with merchants and service providers for various needs, such as package shipping and home services. Dunzo operates in several major Indian cities, including Bangalore, Pune, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Chennai, Jaipur, and Mumbai. The company is supported by notable investors, including Google and Alteria Capital, among others.

Aye Finance

Series E in 2020
Aye Finance is a finance company that provides business loans to micro and small businesses in Northern India.The company's mission is to provide innovative and customer-centered financial services to micro and small business through effective technology and robust processes. It works with a relevant technology to facilitate better financial inclusion and to consequently serve micro-enterprises. Aye Finance was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

Porter

Series D in 2020
Porter is an online logistics marketplace focused on providing economical and efficient intra-city transportation solutions. It serves a diverse clientele, including e-commerce, FMCG, SMEs, traders, and logistics companies, by optimizing last-mile logistics through its dedicated fleet and in-house technology. Businesses can book mini trucks or tempos via Porter's platform, which allows for real-time tracking of their rides. This service addresses inefficiencies in urban logistics and transforms the transportation of goods, enabling numerous businesses to move their products on-demand. Porter's notable clients include major companies such as ITC, Flipkart, Amazon, and Delhivery, highlighting its role in enhancing logistics operations within cities.

CargoX

Series E in 2020
CargoX is a technology freight marketplace that provides shipping companies and carriers a smart and efficient solution to transport the most diverse types of products in any parts of Brazil. Through technology, we connect over 10 thousand shippers with 1.4 million trucks to eliminate excess capacity. CargoX save on shipping costs for shippers, increase earnings for truckers and reduces C02 emissions generated by empty trucks on the road. CargoX was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Smartcoin

Series A in 2020
SmartCoin is a mobile app based lending platform, capable of assessing the risk profile of a prospective borrower in real time, using data science and machine learning algorithms. Their proprietary credit underwriting engine aggregates thousands of data points on a customer’s smartphone to build a customized credit score. A customer is instantly offered personalized loan products on the basis of his risk and capacity, and the money is transferred digitally to their bank account.

Vogo

Series C in 2020
Vogo is a dockless scooter rental company that lets customers rent scooters for short one-way trips. The company's VOGO box is attached to each scooter and lets customers access the key without any human intervention and start riding. Vogo is the fastest commute option available today in India at a fraction of the cost of other alternatives. Vogo is currently available at limited pick-up and drop-off points across Bangalore and Hyderabad.

Copia Global

Series B in 2019
Copia Global is an e-commerce company based in Nairobi, Kenya, that focuses on providing a consumer catalog order and delivery system for middle to low-income individuals in developing regions. Founded in 2013, the company enables users to browse products and place orders through a mobile application, which also allows local shopkeepers to manage orders and payments via a mobile payment system. By leveraging mobile technologies and a network of local agents, Copia Global facilitates access to a wide range of quality goods for rural and peri-urban consumers. This innovative approach ensures that individuals without reliable internet access can still make purchases and receive products conveniently, ultimately empowering them as consumers.

Vitamina

Private Equity Round in 2019
Vitamina es una red de Salas cuna y Jardines Infantiles de Chile, con 10 años de trayectoria

Aye Finance

Series D in 2019
Aye Finance is a finance company that provides business loans to micro and small businesses in Northern India.The company's mission is to provide innovative and customer-centered financial services to micro and small business through effective technology and robust processes. It works with a relevant technology to facilitate better financial inclusion and to consequently serve micro-enterprises. Aye Finance was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

WayCool

Debt Financing in 2019
WayCool Foods & Products Pvt. Ltd. is an agri-tech company based in Chennai, India, specializing in the procurement, processing, and distribution of fresh produce, dairy products, and grocery staples. Founded in 2015, the company sources fruits and vegetables from smallholder farmers and aggregators, facilitating direct links between farmers and consumers. WayCool employs innovative technology to enhance logistics and food safety, ensuring the quality of its products. It operates a diverse distribution network that includes retail stores under the brand SunnyBee, mobile stores on trucks, and e-commerce platforms, primarily serving the Chennai area. Additionally, WayCool designs and manages storage facilities and cold chain distribution operations, aiming to increase farmers' incomes while providing fresh produce to local shops, restaurants, and catering establishments. The company's vision focuses on becoming a leading food development and distribution entity in India, positively impacting the agricultural community.

WayCool

Series B in 2019
WayCool Foods & Products Pvt. Ltd. is an agri-tech company based in Chennai, India, specializing in the procurement, processing, and distribution of fresh produce, dairy products, and grocery staples. Founded in 2015, the company sources fruits and vegetables from smallholder farmers and aggregators, facilitating direct links between farmers and consumers. WayCool employs innovative technology to enhance logistics and food safety, ensuring the quality of its products. It operates a diverse distribution network that includes retail stores under the brand SunnyBee, mobile stores on trucks, and e-commerce platforms, primarily serving the Chennai area. Additionally, WayCool designs and manages storage facilities and cold chain distribution operations, aiming to increase farmers' incomes while providing fresh produce to local shops, restaurants, and catering establishments. The company's vision focuses on becoming a leading food development and distribution entity in India, positively impacting the agricultural community.

Ummeed Housing Finance

Series C in 2018
Ummeed Housing Finance is a housing finance company that provides home loans and loan against property to lower and middle income families. The company aims to help people with informal incomes, who have limited access to organized finance and who constitute significant portion of the Indian population. Ummeed Housing Finance's services include issuance of home loans and loan against property to improve operational efficiency and reduce turnaround time for customers, enabling low and middle income households to get access to affordable housing loans in an innovative and personalized manner.

The Family

Venture Round in 2018
The Family is an investment firm focused on supporting entrepreneurs through education, strategic advantages, and financial capital. It aims to establish a comprehensive service infrastructure for startups in Europe. The firm adopts a model where it takes a 5% equity stake in exchange for long-term support, facilitating the growth and development of its portfolio companies. Currently, The Family oversees over 200 active companies across major European cities, including London, Paris, and Berlin. Notable companies in its portfolio include Captain Train, which was acquired by Trainline, Algolia, and Payfit.

Copia Global

Venture Round in 2018
Copia Global is an e-commerce company based in Nairobi, Kenya, that focuses on providing a consumer catalog order and delivery system for middle to low-income individuals in developing regions. Founded in 2013, the company enables users to browse products and place orders through a mobile application, which also allows local shopkeepers to manage orders and payments via a mobile payment system. By leveraging mobile technologies and a network of local agents, Copia Global facilitates access to a wide range of quality goods for rural and peri-urban consumers. This innovative approach ensures that individuals without reliable internet access can still make purchases and receive products conveniently, ultimately empowering them as consumers.

IMAX Program

Venture Round in 2018
IMAX Program is a data drive personalization education product that builds learning genome using school assessments.

CMR Surgical

Series A in 2017
CMR Surgical is to make minimal access surgery available to all. With Versius they have delivered a next-generation tool to fit seamlessly into today’s operating rooms, working in harmony with the surgeon to improve patient outcomes and deliver value for healthcare providers.

General Water SA

Venture Round in 2017
General Water S.A. engages in the extraction, treatment, and supply of water in the São Paulo Metropolitan Region. It also engages in the treatment and reuse of sewage. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in São Paulo, Brazil.

General Water SA

Private Equity Round in 2017
General Water S.A. engages in the extraction, treatment, and supply of water in the São Paulo Metropolitan Region. It also engages in the treatment and reuse of sewage. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in São Paulo, Brazil.

Aye Finance

Series B in 2016
Aye Finance is a finance company that provides business loans to micro and small businesses in Northern India.The company's mission is to provide innovative and customer-centered financial services to micro and small business through effective technology and robust processes. It works with a relevant technology to facilitate better financial inclusion and to consequently serve micro-enterprises. Aye Finance was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

dr.consulta

Series B in 2016
Dr.consulta is a healthtech platform and primary care provider, self sufficient to generate health data, working to eliminate medically homelessness.

CMR Surgical

Series A in 2016
CMR Surgical is to make minimal access surgery available to all. With Versius they have delivered a next-generation tool to fit seamlessly into today’s operating rooms, working in harmony with the surgeon to improve patient outcomes and deliver value for healthcare providers.

dr.consulta

Series A in 2014
Dr.consulta is a healthtech platform and primary care provider, self sufficient to generate health data, working to eliminate medically homelessness.

Varthana

Seed Round in 2013
Varthana provides loans and support for affordable private schools. They are a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) headquartered in Bangalore, India.

IPnetwork

Series B in 2000
IPnetwork provides foreign advertising solutions via TV, radio, and internet delivery platforms.

OurHouse

Series D in 2000
OurHouse is an online retailer that provides its clients with hardware products and advice from its official online platform. The company partnered with Ace Hardware, a retailers' cooperative based in Oak Brook, Illinois, and the United States. OurHouse was founded in 1999.