Prime Ventures

Prime Ventures is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1999 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in technology-focused companies, with a preference for seed stage to pre-IPO funding. It typically invests in Series A and B rounds and continues to provide growth capital in subsequent financing stages. Prime Ventures targets sectors such as consumer internet, e-commerce, digital media, software, mobile computing, communications, infrastructure services, semiconductors, and clean technology. The firm primarily focuses on companies based in Europe, especially in the Benelux countries, United Kingdom, France, Finland, and Sweden. With over €700 million in committed capital, Prime Ventures usually invests between €5 million and €15 million initially, and up to €25 million in subsequent rounds, often taking minority stakes and board positions in its portfolio companies.

André Baars

CFO and Partner

Sake Bosch

Founder

Thijs Emondts

Partner

Nick Kalliagkopoulos

Partner

Viktoria Oushatova

Associate

Margaret Perchik

Partner

Jelto Kromwijk Smits

Venture Partner

Evelien Varkevisser

Associate

Pieter Welten

Partner

Past deals in Amsterdam

TerraPay

Series B in 2023
TerraPay is a mobile-first international payment network that facilitates the secure and seamless transfer of funds across borders. By interconnecting various financial services providers, including mobile wallet services, money transfer operators, banks, and payment platforms, TerraPay creates a unified network for transnational transactions. Its platform supports a wide range of services, including interpersonal transfers, e-payments, and government disbursements, and is designed to integrate easily with any mobile wallet provider through standard open APIs. As a fully regulated financial intermediary, TerraPay takes on comprehensive responsibilities that include regulatory compliance, foreign exchange management, and funds settlement, ensuring a reliable payment experience. The company's software solutions are tailored for mobile-focused remittances, enabling customers to send money quickly, safely, and affordably.

Recharge

Series B in 2021
Recharge, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializes in simplifying the process of prepaid credit and top-up services. The company aims to disrupt the traditional, often slow market by providing a fast, safe, and convenient online recharge experience for customers worldwide. With a focus on accessibility, Recharge seeks to offer its services anytime and anywhere, catering to a diverse range of users. The company is dedicated to expanding its presence in the online recharge sector and is actively seeking talented professionals to support its growth and innovation in this rapidly evolving industry.

Orderchamp

Series A in 2021
Orderchamp Bv operates an online B2B marketplace that connects independent retailers with a diverse range of brands, facilitating a more efficient wholesale model. Founded in 2019 and based in Amsterdam, the company aims to empower local communities by helping retailers curate unique product offerings. The platform features various categories, including home, fashion accessories, beauty, health, luggage, stationery, and products for children, allowing retailers to discover quality items and enabling brands to reach new markets. By addressing the inefficiencies in the traditional wholesale system, Orderchamp seeks to foster collaboration between creators and shop owners, supporting their mutual success in a rapidly evolving retail landscape.

TerraPay

Venture Round in 2020
TerraPay is a mobile-first international payment network that facilitates the secure and seamless transfer of funds across borders. By interconnecting various financial services providers, including mobile wallet services, money transfer operators, banks, and payment platforms, TerraPay creates a unified network for transnational transactions. Its platform supports a wide range of services, including interpersonal transfers, e-payments, and government disbursements, and is designed to integrate easily with any mobile wallet provider through standard open APIs. As a fully regulated financial intermediary, TerraPay takes on comprehensive responsibilities that include regulatory compliance, foreign exchange management, and funds settlement, ensuring a reliable payment experience. The company's software solutions are tailored for mobile-focused remittances, enabling customers to send money quickly, safely, and affordably.

Recharge

Venture Round in 2019
Recharge, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializes in simplifying the process of prepaid credit and top-up services. The company aims to disrupt the traditional, often slow market by providing a fast, safe, and convenient online recharge experience for customers worldwide. With a focus on accessibility, Recharge seeks to offer its services anytime and anywhere, catering to a diverse range of users. The company is dedicated to expanding its presence in the online recharge sector and is actively seeking talented professionals to support its growth and innovation in this rapidly evolving industry.

Tripaneer

Series A in 2017
Tripaneer B.V., founded in 2012 and headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands, operates a travel platform that enables users to discover, compare, and book educational-themed travel experiences worldwide. The platform focuses on enriching individuals' lives through unique journeys that promote personal growth and happiness. Tripaneer offers a diverse range of experiences, including mindful yoga retreats, safaris, and surf camps, all organized by local experts. By facilitating access to these theme-based experiences, the company aims to create lasting memories for travelers while encouraging them to explore their abilities and interests.

SlimPay

Series A in 2015
SlimPay SA is a leading European provider of a smart recurring payment platform that specializes in subscription payments through direct debit and credit card processing. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, with additional offices in Berlin, Amsterdam, Madrid, London, and San Francisco, SlimPay offers solutions that help merchants onboard customers and enhance their revenue potential. Its key offerings include an embeddable payment iframe called Checkout, which integrates seamlessly into websites, and SOFORT, an online direct payment method that utilizes online banking without requiring registration. SlimPay's platform processes payments in both EURO and GBP, catering to various fixed and variable payment plans, and aims to maximize customer lifetime value for businesses across Europe.

Takeaway.com

Series B in 2014
Takeaway.com is an online food delivery marketplace based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, that connects consumers with restaurants across 14 European countries and Israel. Founded in 2000, the company has established a robust platform featuring over 31,000 connected restaurants, offering a diverse range of food options. In addition to its marketplace, Takeaway.com provides delivery services in 23 cities across five European nations for restaurants that do not have their own delivery capabilities. The company primarily collaborates with delivery restaurants, enhancing the convenience of food ordering for consumers in regions including the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg, and Portugal.

Takeaway.com

Series A in 2012
Takeaway.com is an online food delivery marketplace based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, that connects consumers with restaurants across 14 European countries and Israel. Founded in 2000, the company has established a robust platform featuring over 31,000 connected restaurants, offering a diverse range of food options. In addition to its marketplace, Takeaway.com provides delivery services in 23 cities across five European nations for restaurants that do not have their own delivery capabilities. The company primarily collaborates with delivery restaurants, enhancing the convenience of food ordering for consumers in regions including the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg, and Portugal.

Layar

Series A in 2010
Layar B.V., founded in 2009 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializes in the development of mobile applications, particularly its augmented reality browser, Layar. This innovative platform overlays information onto real-world visuals captured through a mobile device's camera, enhancing user interaction across various domains such as dining, entertainment, healthcare, real estate, and tourism. By integrating interactive digital elements like videos, music clips, and social media links, Layar transforms how users discover and engage with their surroundings, appealing to a growing audience of tech-savvy consumers. The company aims to bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds, providing brands with unique opportunities to connect with users through immersive experiences.

Greetz

Series B in 2009
Greetz BV is an online platform based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializing in personalized greeting cards and gifts. Founded in 2004, the company offers a variety of products, including flowers, chocolates, greeting cards, drinks, balloons, cakes, and other unique surprises such as beauty products and personalized items. Greetz provides an innovative service called MyGreetz, which includes an address book and calendar to help customers manage and send their cards and gifts efficiently. The platform allows users to create and customize their selections through a user-friendly application accessible via desktop, tablet, or mobile devices. Serving both private and commercial customers, Greetz has established itself as a market leader in the Netherlands and is actively pursuing international expansion. As of 2018, Greetz operates as a subsidiary of PhotoBox Limited.

eBuddy

Series B in 2008
eBuddy is a messaging solutions provider that offers web and mobile applications for users to communicate across various platforms. Founded in 2003, the company initially launched e-Messenger, the first independent web browser-based instant messaging service, and rebranded to eBuddy in 2006. Its flagship products include eBuddy Chat, which allows users with accounts from popular messaging services like Facebook Chat, MSN, and Google Talk to chat for free in a single interface, and XMS, a real-time messaging app for smartphones that enables unlimited messaging through internet connectivity. XMS, launched in 2011, is compatible with multiple smartphone operating systems, including iOS and Android. Headquartered in Amsterdam, eBuddy has additional offices in San Francisco and Singapore and is supported by investors such as Prime Technology Ventures and Lowland Capital Partners. The company has garnered significant user engagement, facilitating millions of global conversations monthly.

Greetz

Series A in 2007
Greetz BV is an online platform based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializing in personalized greeting cards and gifts. Founded in 2004, the company offers a variety of products, including flowers, chocolates, greeting cards, drinks, balloons, cakes, and other unique surprises such as beauty products and personalized items. Greetz provides an innovative service called MyGreetz, which includes an address book and calendar to help customers manage and send their cards and gifts efficiently. The platform allows users to create and customize their selections through a user-friendly application accessible via desktop, tablet, or mobile devices. Serving both private and commercial customers, Greetz has established itself as a market leader in the Netherlands and is actively pursuing international expansion. As of 2018, Greetz operates as a subsidiary of PhotoBox Limited.

Q-go

Series B in 2000
Q-go is a global leader in next generation online customer service, and offers online and mobile customer service solutions for the financial services, airlines and telecommunications industries. Q-go's SaaS-based solution is available in many languages, and is powered by comprehensive, industry-specific domain dictionaries, millions of customer interactions, and the most advanced semantic technology available. The software is available for websites, call centers, intranets, mobile, ATM and virtual assistants, and Q-go offers a guaranteed return on investment (ROI) within six months. Unlike typical search and knowledge-base technology, Q-go's application understands what customers are asking on your website, mobile and other channels, and allows your online customers to ask questions in their own words. It understands what your customers are asking, rapidly deciphers their question grammatically and semantically, and delivers the right answer, the first time. The result is the highest quality customer experience and service, an immediate and guaranteed reduction in costs, a significant increase in self-service penetration, online conversion and real-time customer insight. Q-go customers include leading financial institutions and other globally recognized brands including Air France-KLM, ING, ABN AMRO, BBVA, VISA, Deutsche Telekom, T-Systems, and Movistar. Founded in 1999, Q-go is headquartered in Amsterdam and has additional offices in Barcelona, Madrid, Bonn, Munich, Zürich, New York and San Francisco. Learn more at http://www.q-go.com.
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