Founded in 2017, Nivoda operates a B2B online marketplace for buying and selling diamonds and jewelry. It simplifies global trade by offering an all-in-one solution for partners, ensuring reliable sourcing and competitive pricing.
Founded in 2017, Nivoda operates a B2B online marketplace for buying and selling diamonds and jewelry. It simplifies global trade by offering an all-in-one solution for partners, ensuring reliable sourcing and competitive pricing.
NUMA Group
Series C in 2023
NUMA Group is a Berlin-based European operator of a fully digitized hospitality platform that provides modern, design-focused accommodations and acts as a reliable partner for investors, owners, and developers. The company uses proprietary technology-based operator solutions that largely automate operational processes and improve cost efficiencies and revenues. NUMA operates more than 8,000 units across major European cities, including Berlin, London, Paris, Rome, Milan, Madrid, Barcelona, Oslo, Prague, and Vienna. The platform offers features such as electronic check-in, configured apartments with kitchen and workspace, professional housekeeping, and locally curated recommendations, enabling travelers to have an authentic experience and an alternative to boutique hotels and managed short-stay flats.
Fiibo is Brazil's first health and wellness marketplace offering unified benefits management. It connects companies to over 1,500 products/services, simplifying benefits administration. With a mission to democratize access to health and wellness, Fiibo serves over 74,000 lives across 700 corporate clients, including industry leaders like XP and FIEC.
GetHarley
Series B in 2023
GetHarley is an online platform that facilitates connections between consumers and physicians for personalized skincare solutions. The platform enables clinicians to conduct consultations either in-person or via video conferencing, allowing them to create tailored treatment plans and recommend skincare products. Notably, GetHarley eliminates the need for clinicians to maintain inventory or manage shipping logistics, streamlining the process for both healthcare providers and patients. By providing access to medical-grade products and clinical treatments, GetHarley aims to enhance the skincare journey for users seeking effective solutions for their skin concerns.
Founded in 2017, Nivoda operates a B2B online marketplace for buying and selling diamonds and jewelry. It simplifies global trade by offering an all-in-one solution for partners, ensuring reliable sourcing and competitive pricing.
Cineshort
Seed Round in 2022
Cineshort is a mobile application specializing in streaming high-quality short films. It caters to viewers with limited time, offering personalized recommendations and interactive features for an optimal viewing experience. Additionally, Cineshort supports film directors by providing access to a wide audience and sharing revenue.
Shikomel Food Tech Inc. is a Japan-based company that develops a mobile application designed for food ordering and recipe sharing. The app allows users to receive recipes from restaurants and offers the option to order from menus provided by various food establishments. By facilitating the exchange of recipes and utilizing artificial intelligence, Shikomel aims to streamline the food preparation process for restaurants and food providers. This innovative platform helps reduce labor hours and optimize ordering by promoting collaboration between restaurants and food factories, ultimately addressing common challenges in food preparation and delivery.
Let’s Do This
Series B in 2022
Let’s Do This is an online marketplace that connects athletes with a wide range of endurance events, including running, cycling, triathlons, and obstacle races. Founded in 2016 by Alex Rose and Sam Browne, the platform serves as a comprehensive resource for both race organizers and participants. It enables race organizers to effectively reach a dedicated community of endurance sports enthusiasts, while providing users with detailed event information, news, and special offers. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an office in London, United Kingdom, Let’s Do This aims to make it easy for individuals to find and book a variety of races, from local 5k fun runs to major international competitions.
Peeba is a curated online wholesale marketplace that transforms the shopping experience for local retailers in Asia. The platform connects independent retailers with a diverse catalog of brands, offering an extensive range of consumer products, including home accessories, beauty items, and kitchen goods from both local and global sources. By utilizing an AI-based system, Peeba enables retailers to efficiently browse and purchase products, ultimately facilitating sales growth for their businesses.
Poplin is an app-based laundry service that connects customers with independent contractors ('Laundry Pros') for washing, drying, folding, and delivery.
Best Beer Japan
Seed Round in 2022
Best Beer Japan develops a platform for the craft beer sector that combines barrel tracking and sharing with a brewery-focused distribution and inventory workflow. The platform includes a barrel management system for breweries, barrel-sharing services, and a commercial ordering system designed to streamline brewery sales in one place, helping bars, restaurants, and retailers save time, reduce orders, and manage inventory more efficiently. Founded in 2018, the company aims to improve beer distribution and operational efficiency for craft breweries and their customers.
NUMA Group
Venture Round in 2022
NUMA Group is a Berlin-based European operator of a fully digitized hospitality platform that provides modern, design-focused accommodations and acts as a reliable partner for investors, owners, and developers. The company uses proprietary technology-based operator solutions that largely automate operational processes and improve cost efficiencies and revenues. NUMA operates more than 8,000 units across major European cities, including Berlin, London, Paris, Rome, Milan, Madrid, Barcelona, Oslo, Prague, and Vienna. The platform offers features such as electronic check-in, configured apartments with kitchen and workspace, professional housekeeping, and locally curated recommendations, enabling travelers to have an authentic experience and an alternative to boutique hotels and managed short-stay flats.
Zumper is an online and mobile rental platform that enables renters to search for apartments, houses, rooms, and condos for rent in the United States. The platform provides landlords and agents with leasing tools to manage listings and optimize leasing, while multifamily communities can advertise to reach prospective tenants. Renters can search real-time listings, apply for rentals through the app, and filter results by location, price, bedroom count, pet requirements, and amenities. The company also offers Instarent, a digital leasing solution, and positions itself to make renting as easy as booking a hotel, serving as one of North America's leading privately owned rental platforms.
Dray Alliance
Series B in 2021
Dray Alliance streamlines the multi-billion dollar drayage trucking industry through a real-time technology platform. It connects shippers, carriers, and truckers efficiently, eliminating friction in delivery processes, making deliveries simple, predictable, and transparent.
Velvet
Venture Round in 2021
Velvet is a financial technology company that specializes in providing liquidity solutions for late-stage venture capital in emerging markets. The company focuses on enabling startups to offer their talent pools a means to monetize vested equity, allowing employees and former employees to access funds to meet their changing life needs as their companies grow. Velvet's platform facilitates secondary transactions of illiquid assets by connecting sellers—such as employees and investors—directly with clients of major private banking and wealth management platforms. This seamless experience allows investors to engage in late-stage venture capital investments with a minimum investment amount, thereby expanding access to growth opportunities in the market. Velvet aims to launch its platform in the upcoming quarter, enhancing its service offerings and supporting the liquidity needs of its users.
GetHarley
Series A in 2021
GetHarley is an online platform that facilitates connections between consumers and physicians for personalized skincare solutions. The platform enables clinicians to conduct consultations either in-person or via video conferencing, allowing them to create tailored treatment plans and recommend skincare products. Notably, GetHarley eliminates the need for clinicians to maintain inventory or manage shipping logistics, streamlining the process for both healthcare providers and patients. By providing access to medical-grade products and clinical treatments, GetHarley aims to enhance the skincare journey for users seeking effective solutions for their skin concerns.
Cameo is a platform enabling fans to book personalized video shoutouts from their favorite public figures. It partners with thousands of talent across various categories, facilitating unique interactions for special occasions.
NUMA Group
Series A in 2021
NUMA Group is a Berlin-based European operator of a fully digitized hospitality platform that provides modern, design-focused accommodations and acts as a reliable partner for investors, owners, and developers. The company uses proprietary technology-based operator solutions that largely automate operational processes and improve cost efficiencies and revenues. NUMA operates more than 8,000 units across major European cities, including Berlin, London, Paris, Rome, Milan, Madrid, Barcelona, Oslo, Prague, and Vienna. The platform offers features such as electronic check-in, configured apartments with kitchen and workspace, professional housekeeping, and locally curated recommendations, enabling travelers to have an authentic experience and an alternative to boutique hotels and managed short-stay flats.
Sorare is a global fantasy football game that enables users to trade official digital collectibles. Founded in Paris in 2018, the platform allows players to manage their teams using digital NFT cards, fostering competition and community interaction.
Rocket.Chat
Series A in 2021
Rocket.Chat Holdings, Ltd., established in 2015, specializes in developing and operating an open-source web chat platform. The company offers a comprehensive suite of features, including video conferencing, helpdesk chat, file sharing, and screen sharing, along with API and native mobile applications. Rocket.Chat also provides white labeling, integrations, and hosting services. With over 500,000 servers installed and 12 million users worldwide, the platform facilitates internal and external communication within a secure environment. Users can run Rocket.Chat on-premises or on the cloud, tailoring the platform with features like individual and group communication, video conferencing, and integration with various external communications platforms. The company's long-term vision is to replace email with a real-time, federated communications platform and foster a marketplace for app-building and services.
Exporo
Venture Round in 2021
Exporo is a German online real estate crowdfunding platform based in Hamburg that connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. Founded in 2014, it operates a marketplace that provides investment opportunities in real estate projects, aiming to democratize access by allowing retail investors to participate with small sums. The platform offers transparency and straightforward terms, facilitating direct capital flows between individuals and developers and enabling projects that were once available mainly to institutional investors.
Flockjay, Inc. is an online sales academy based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in providing hands-on training services to aspiring sales professionals, focusing on both inbound and outbound sales techniques. Their curriculum includes lead qualification, time management, discovery calls, objection handling, and crafting persuasive communication. Flockjay also equips students with modern sales tools and offers additional support services, such as resume workshops, networking opportunities, and interview coaching. By connecting job seekers with high-paying positions in top companies, Flockjay aims to enhance upward mobility and make technology careers accessible to individuals from underrepresented communities. Through its remote learning platform, the company ensures that students from diverse backgrounds have the skills and opportunities necessary to succeed in the tech industry.
Karma
Venture Round in 2020
Karma develops an application that helps restaurants, grocers and cafés reduce their food waste by selling their surplus to consumers at reduced prices. Its application serves as a sales channel via which merchants offer take away food items to registered users.
Elsa Bernadotte, Mattis Larsson, Hjalmar Nordegren, Ludvig Berling, and Steven van Wel founded Karma on September 1, 2015. Its headquarters is in Stockholm in Sweden.
Sorare is a global fantasy football game that enables users to trade official digital collectibles. Founded in Paris in 2018, the platform allows players to manage their teams using digital NFT cards, fostering competition and community interaction.
Zumper is an online and mobile rental platform that enables renters to search for apartments, houses, rooms, and condos for rent in the United States. The platform provides landlords and agents with leasing tools to manage listings and optimize leasing, while multifamily communities can advertise to reach prospective tenants. Renters can search real-time listings, apply for rentals through the app, and filter results by location, price, bedroom count, pet requirements, and amenities. The company also offers Instarent, a digital leasing solution, and positions itself to make renting as easy as booking a hotel, serving as one of North America's leading privately owned rental platforms.
Getta is a company focused on transforming the car buying experience by acquiring and digitally modernizing high-quality car dealerships. Recognizing that a significant portion of consumers find the traditional car buying process unenjoyable, Getta aims to revolutionize automotive retail through its innovative omni-channel platform. This platform provides customers with the flexibility to purchase a vehicle online, with delivery options, or to shop in-store with the opportunity for in-person pick-up. As a venture capital-backed, mission-driven organization, Getta is dedicated to enhancing consumer satisfaction and control in the car buying process.
NUMA Group
Seed Round in 2019
NUMA Group is a Berlin-based European operator of a fully digitized hospitality platform that provides modern, design-focused accommodations and acts as a reliable partner for investors, owners, and developers. The company uses proprietary technology-based operator solutions that largely automate operational processes and improve cost efficiencies and revenues. NUMA operates more than 8,000 units across major European cities, including Berlin, London, Paris, Rome, Milan, Madrid, Barcelona, Oslo, Prague, and Vienna. The platform offers features such as electronic check-in, configured apartments with kitchen and workspace, professional housekeeping, and locally curated recommendations, enabling travelers to have an authentic experience and an alternative to boutique hotels and managed short-stay flats.
Exporo is a German online real estate crowdfunding platform based in Hamburg that connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. Founded in 2014, it operates a marketplace that provides investment opportunities in real estate projects, aiming to democratize access by allowing retail investors to participate with small sums. The platform offers transparency and straightforward terms, facilitating direct capital flows between individuals and developers and enabling projects that were once available mainly to institutional investors.
GetHarley
Pre Seed Round in 2019
GetHarley is an online platform that facilitates connections between consumers and physicians for personalized skincare solutions. The platform enables clinicians to conduct consultations either in-person or via video conferencing, allowing them to create tailored treatment plans and recommend skincare products. Notably, GetHarley eliminates the need for clinicians to maintain inventory or manage shipping logistics, streamlining the process for both healthcare providers and patients. By providing access to medical-grade products and clinical treatments, GetHarley aims to enhance the skincare journey for users seeking effective solutions for their skin concerns.
BUMP is a social peer-to-peer marketplace for authentic streetwear and sneakers. Shopping has always been a social activity for older generations used to go to the mall sharing recommendations, opinions, and just generally having fun with friends. Online shopping killed this and they're bringing it back for Gen Z.
On BUMP users can build up their public profiles, follow & message anyone on the platform, and even create & share their own group chats. This social experience means kids can hang out, build their online identity which in turn drives transactions.
Founded in 2016 and based in London, They're already backed by leading names in venture capital including Kleiner Perkins, e.ventures, and Y Combinator.
The RealReal
Series H in 2019
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
Brumbrum is an online retailer of used vehicles based in Milan, Italy, established in 2016. The company aims to transform the car market by providing a straightforward and competitive online shopping experience for consumers. Brumbrum offers a diverse selection of certified used cars, thoroughly inspected for mechanical integrity, safety features, and documentation. In addition to sales, the platform provides long-term rental options, allowing individuals to access second-hand vehicles without requiring an upfront payment. Brumbrum's commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in its return policies, making it easier for users to find reliable vehicles while minimizing the hassles typically associated with purchasing used cars.
Getta is a company focused on transforming the car buying experience by acquiring and digitally modernizing high-quality car dealerships. Recognizing that a significant portion of consumers find the traditional car buying process unenjoyable, Getta aims to revolutionize automotive retail through its innovative omni-channel platform. This platform provides customers with the flexibility to purchase a vehicle online, with delivery options, or to shop in-store with the opportunity for in-person pick-up. As a venture capital-backed, mission-driven organization, Getta is dedicated to enhancing consumer satisfaction and control in the car buying process.
Karma develops an application that helps restaurants, grocers and cafés reduce their food waste by selling their surplus to consumers at reduced prices. Its application serves as a sales channel via which merchants offer take away food items to registered users.
Elsa Bernadotte, Mattis Larsson, Hjalmar Nordegren, Ludvig Berling, and Steven van Wel founded Karma on September 1, 2015. Its headquarters is in Stockholm in Sweden.
The RealReal
Series G in 2018
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
Karma develops an application that helps restaurants, grocers and cafés reduce their food waste by selling their surplus to consumers at reduced prices. Its application serves as a sales channel via which merchants offer take away food items to registered users.
Elsa Bernadotte, Mattis Larsson, Hjalmar Nordegren, Ludvig Berling, and Steven van Wel founded Karma on September 1, 2015. Its headquarters is in Stockholm in Sweden.
Wonderschool
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in California in 2016, Wonderschool supports experienced educators to start licensed infant and toddler programs or preschools from their homes. The company provides assistance with licensing, program setup, marketing, and offers a software platform for managing students, parents, and operations. It also features a marketplace for parents to search programs, schedule visits, enroll children, and make payments.
The RealReal
Series F in 2017
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
Exporo is a German online real estate crowdfunding platform based in Hamburg that connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. Founded in 2014, it operates a marketplace that provides investment opportunities in real estate projects, aiming to democratize access by allowing retail investors to participate with small sums. The platform offers transparency and straightforward terms, facilitating direct capital flows between individuals and developers and enabling projects that were once available mainly to institutional investors.
CornerJob
Series C in 2017
CornerJob is a Barcelona-based startup, part of the Southern Europe's leading digital ecosystem, which aims to streamline job recruitment. It offers a mobile platform enabling users to find geolocated job offers, apply directly, chat with recruiters, and receive responses within 24 hours. For businesses, CornerJob provides a simple, interactive, and immediate recruiting channel, aiding in efficient candidate selection.
Founded in 2013 by Drexel University students Yakir Gola and Rafael Ilishayev, Gopuff is a pioneering instant commerce platform that delivers essential products directly to consumers' doorsteps. Its extensive product range includes over-the-counter medicine, baby food, cleaning supplies, snacks, beverages, and select alcoholic drinks, ensuring customers can satisfy their needs and cravings promptly.
Everything But The House
Series C in 2016
Everything But The House is an online marketplace that connects buyers with unique items from estate sales and consignors. It offers a curated selection of antiques, art, jewelry, furniture, cars, collectibles, and more, with professional photography and detailed descriptions to ensure authenticity. Founded in 2007 by Jacquie and Brian, the platform has grown to sell over 30,000 items each month, providing a transparent and seamless experience for families and individuals looking to sell their collections.
Exporo is a German online real estate crowdfunding platform based in Hamburg that connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. Founded in 2014, it operates a marketplace that provides investment opportunities in real estate projects, aiming to democratize access by allowing retail investors to participate with small sums. The platform offers transparency and straightforward terms, facilitating direct capital flows between individuals and developers and enabling projects that were once available mainly to institutional investors.
CornerJob
Series B in 2016
CornerJob is a Barcelona-based startup, part of the Southern Europe's leading digital ecosystem, which aims to streamline job recruitment. It offers a mobile platform enabling users to find geolocated job offers, apply directly, chat with recruiters, and receive responses within 24 hours. For businesses, CornerJob provides a simple, interactive, and immediate recruiting channel, aiding in efficient candidate selection.
The RealReal
Series E in 2016
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
Friendsurance
Venture Round in 2016
Friendsurance operates a peer-to-peer insurance platform in Germany that blends group-based risk pooling with traditional policies, including home contents, private liability, and legal expenses insurance. It rewards members with a year-end cashback if they remain claim-free, and its model aims to reduce annual premiums—up to 60 percent—by connecting small groups within larger communities to provide coverage options and more customer-friendly terms.
Vicampo GmbH is a Mainz-based company that specializes in the online sale of wine. It operates an e-commerce platform that connects consumers directly with over 25,000 experienced and emerging winemakers from Germany and around the world. By facilitating direct shipments from these wineries, Vicampo supports smaller producers with cost-effective storage and shipping solutions. The company emphasizes quality assurance, as wines are not only vetted by its experts but also reviewed by customers, ensuring a diverse selection of premium products for wine enthusiasts.
Aptoide is a mobile application marketplace for the Android platform, boasting over 1.5 million daily active users. It enables developers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), telecommunications companies, and integrators to create and manage their own Android stores, allowing them to upload and distribute their applications effectively. Aptoide enhances user experience by facilitating the discovery of new applications through social collaborations and personalized recommendations. While the company offers an open-source version of its client, it also provides partners with customization, branding, and additional services, thereby adding value beyond the standard offering. Aptoide is recognized as a rapidly growing company with a strong foundation in the mobile application distribution sector.
Global Savings Group
Series B in 2015
Founded in 2012, Global Savings Group operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites and cashback platforms, empowering millions of users worldwide to make smarter spending decisions. Active in over 20 countries with offices globally.
Pinkoi
Venture Round in 2015
Pinkoi is a social e-commerce platform that enables designers and artists to sell their unique products, ranging from clothing and fashion accessories to home goods and electronics. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Pinkoi caters primarily to the Asian market, offering an online marketplace where original designs can be showcased and purchased. The platform fosters a community for creative individuals by providing them with a venue to present their work and connect with potential buyers. With a mobile application complementing its online presence, Pinkoi continues to support a diverse array of products, emphasizing unique gifts and luxury goods.
Housecall Pro
Series A in 2015
Housecall Pro is a developer of a mobile software platform that connects service professionals with homeowners. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company offers a comprehensive tool designed to manage various business workflows. Its platform enables users to handle job scheduling, customer databases, invoicing, payment processing, and technician dispatching through a smartphone and a web portal. Housecall Pro caters to a range of service industries, including plumbing, carpet cleaning, landscaping, pest control, home cleaning, handyman services, and chimney sweeping. By providing a low-cost solution, the company helps service professionals streamline their operations and enhance their overall efficiency.
Everything But The House
Series B in 2015
Everything But The House is an online marketplace that connects buyers with unique items from estate sales and consignors. It offers a curated selection of antiques, art, jewelry, furniture, cars, collectibles, and more, with professional photography and detailed descriptions to ensure authenticity. Founded in 2007 by Jacquie and Brian, the platform has grown to sell over 30,000 items each month, providing a transparent and seamless experience for families and individuals looking to sell their collections.
Reelio Inc. is a New York-based company that operates an influencer marketing platform designed to connect brands with YouTube creators seeking sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 2012, Reelio offers an Influencer Marketplace where brands can post campaign opportunities that creators can review and apply for. The platform includes a suite of software tools that facilitate the selection of YouTube partners, providing data-driven recommendations on pricing, audience alignment, and performance metrics of video content. This enables brands to execute influencer marketing campaigns that are scalable, measurable, and repeatable. As of April 2018, Reelio operates as a subsidiary of Fullscreen, Inc.
Munchery is an online food delivery service that aims to simplify weeknight dinners by providing wholesome, chef-crafted meals delivered directly to customers' homes or offices. The company partners with top local chefs who create fresh, healthy dishes using high-quality ingredients sourced from local farmers and producers committed to organic and sustainable practices. With a rotating menu offered each weekday, Munchery caters to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian, low-carb, and wheat-free options, ensuring a diverse selection for all types of eaters. By focusing on convenience and quality, Munchery seeks to make it easy for customers to enjoy delicious meals without the hassle of cooking.
The RealReal
Series D in 2015
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
Vicampo GmbH is a Mainz-based company that specializes in the online sale of wine. It operates an e-commerce platform that connects consumers directly with over 25,000 experienced and emerging winemakers from Germany and around the world. By facilitating direct shipments from these wineries, Vicampo supports smaller producers with cost-effective storage and shipping solutions. The company emphasizes quality assurance, as wines are not only vetted by its experts but also reviewed by customers, ensuring a diverse selection of premium products for wine enthusiasts.
Reelio Inc. is a New York-based company that operates an influencer marketing platform designed to connect brands with YouTube creators seeking sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 2012, Reelio offers an Influencer Marketplace where brands can post campaign opportunities that creators can review and apply for. The platform includes a suite of software tools that facilitate the selection of YouTube partners, providing data-driven recommendations on pricing, audience alignment, and performance metrics of video content. This enables brands to execute influencer marketing campaigns that are scalable, measurable, and repeatable. As of April 2018, Reelio operates as a subsidiary of Fullscreen, Inc.
Zinspilot
Venture Round in 2014
Zinspilot serves as a platform for offers of overnight and time deposits from various banks. With an account and an investment, registered users can access a range of tempting overnight and fixed-term deposits. They provide overnight and fixed-term deposits backed by European deposit insurance. It has access to attractive deposit offers in the market with just one free account, without having to open new bank accounts.
CarPrice.ru
Seed Round in 2014
CarPrice is an online platform based in Russia that specializes in the auction of second-hand cars. It offers sellers instant online valuations and connects them with a network of over 4,000 dealers who participate in competitive bidding. The auction process typically lasts around 30 minutes, allowing dealers to determine the best price for vehicles. CarPrice has rapidly established itself as a leading player in the Russian used car market, ranking among the top three sellers within its first year of operation. The company operates from more than 20 locations, including major cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg. Despite a challenging economic environment that saw a significant decline in new car sales, CarPrice has continued to grow, aiming to increase its monthly auction volume from 4,000 to 10,000. The platform's services not only streamline the selling process but also help buyers access fair market prices for used vehicles.
Global Savings Group
Series A in 2014
Founded in 2012, Global Savings Group operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites and cashback platforms, empowering millions of users worldwide to make smarter spending decisions. Active in over 20 countries with offices globally.
Soldsie is a technology company that facilitates social commerce. It enables businesses to sell products directly through Facebook comments. Customers can securely register payment details with Soldsie and then purchase items by commenting on the business's posts. Merchants use Soldsie's dashboard to manage inventory, track sales, and monitor shipping processes. This system increases user engagement, views, and shares for merchants while providing a convenient shopping experience for customers.
The RealReal
Series C in 2014
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
Munchery is an online food delivery service that aims to simplify weeknight dinners by providing wholesome, chef-crafted meals delivered directly to customers' homes or offices. The company partners with top local chefs who create fresh, healthy dishes using high-quality ingredients sourced from local farmers and producers committed to organic and sustainable practices. With a rotating menu offered each weekday, Munchery caters to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian, low-carb, and wheat-free options, ensuring a diverse selection for all types of eaters. By focusing on convenience and quality, Munchery seeks to make it easy for customers to enjoy delicious meals without the hassle of cooking.
Reelio Inc. is a New York-based company that operates an influencer marketing platform designed to connect brands with YouTube creators seeking sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 2012, Reelio offers an Influencer Marketplace where brands can post campaign opportunities that creators can review and apply for. The platform includes a suite of software tools that facilitate the selection of YouTube partners, providing data-driven recommendations on pricing, audience alignment, and performance metrics of video content. This enables brands to execute influencer marketing campaigns that are scalable, measurable, and repeatable. As of April 2018, Reelio operates as a subsidiary of Fullscreen, Inc.
Asap54.com
Venture Round in 2014
Asap54 is an innovative mobile application designed to help users locate clothing items they like in nearby stores. By taking a photo of an item, the app uses image recognition technology to find similar products available for purchase nearby.
Xibao is a prominent player in China's eCommerce advertising sector, specializing in assisting online shops in promoting their products on Taobao, the world's largest eCommerce platform. The company offers an online marketing platform that enhances the effectiveness of advertisements for brands, focusing on improving sales, managing marketing costs, and increasing brand value for domestic enterprises. By facilitating better return on investment and customer service management, Xibao aims to empower businesses to maximize their advertising potential and streamline their marketing strategies.
Housecall Pro
Seed Round in 2013
Housecall Pro is a developer of a mobile software platform that connects service professionals with homeowners. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company offers a comprehensive tool designed to manage various business workflows. Its platform enables users to handle job scheduling, customer databases, invoicing, payment processing, and technician dispatching through a smartphone and a web portal. Housecall Pro caters to a range of service industries, including plumbing, carpet cleaning, landscaping, pest control, home cleaning, handyman services, and chimney sweeping. By providing a low-cost solution, the company helps service professionals streamline their operations and enhance their overall efficiency.
Vicampo GmbH is a Mainz-based company that specializes in the online sale of wine. It operates an e-commerce platform that connects consumers directly with over 25,000 experienced and emerging winemakers from Germany and around the world. By facilitating direct shipments from these wineries, Vicampo supports smaller producers with cost-effective storage and shipping solutions. The company emphasizes quality assurance, as wines are not only vetted by its experts but also reviewed by customers, ensuring a diverse selection of premium products for wine enthusiasts.
Munchery is an online food delivery service that aims to simplify weeknight dinners by providing wholesome, chef-crafted meals delivered directly to customers' homes or offices. The company partners with top local chefs who create fresh, healthy dishes using high-quality ingredients sourced from local farmers and producers committed to organic and sustainable practices. With a rotating menu offered each weekday, Munchery caters to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian, low-carb, and wheat-free options, ensuring a diverse selection for all types of eaters. By focusing on convenience and quality, Munchery seeks to make it easy for customers to enjoy delicious meals without the hassle of cooking.
Merchantry
Series B in 2013
Merchantry is a technology company that enables the creation and operation of online marketplaces. It offers cloud-based infrastructure and a merchant network designed to support retailers and media organizations in expanding their eCommerce capabilities. By providing automation and integration services, Merchantry facilitates real-time exchange of product and order information, helping merchants streamline their operations and avoid common integration challenges. The company also delivers multichannel solutions that cater to various e-commerce scenarios, allowing merchants to transform their businesses into robust online commerce platforms. Through these services, Merchantry empowers its clients to enhance their marketplace offerings and optimize their overall eCommerce performance.
The RealReal
Series B in 2013
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
Soldsie
Seed Round in 2013
Soldsie is a technology company that facilitates social commerce. It enables businesses to sell products directly through Facebook comments. Customers can securely register payment details with Soldsie and then purchase items by commenting on the business's posts. Merchants use Soldsie's dashboard to manage inventory, track sales, and monitor shipping processes. This system increases user engagement, views, and shares for merchants while providing a convenient shopping experience for customers.
Global Savings Group
Seed Round in 2013
Founded in 2012, Global Savings Group operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites and cashback platforms, empowering millions of users worldwide to make smarter spending decisions. Active in over 20 countries with offices globally.
Shutl
Venture Round in 2012
Shutl, established in 2009, is a UK-based technology company specializing in e-commerce delivery solutions. It connects online retailers with local couriers, offering immediate or scheduled same-day delivery options for consumers. Shutl's platform aggregates local courier capacity and leverages retail partners' local inventory to fulfill orders. It integrates with major dispatch software and retailers' existing technologies, operating in over 50 UK towns with a network of thousands of couriers completing around 10,000 deliveries daily. Additionally, Shutl has expanded its services to Manhattan and Chicago.
The RealReal
Series A in 2012
The RealReal operates an online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, offering fashion for women, men and kids, as well as jewelry, watches, art and home items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it functions as a full-service consignment platform that authenticates every item through in-house experts and uses technology to determine pricing, while managing photography, listings, payments and shipping. It is the largest pure-play luxury resale platform in the United States and supports a sustainable circular economy by facilitating resale across multiple categories. The company generates revenue primarily from consignments and first-party sales on its marketplace, with additional direct sales, and provides services such as virtual appointments, in-home pickup and direct shipping to buyers.
DropGifts
Seed Round in 2012
DropGifts is a web-based platform that enables its users to send gift cards from a variety of brands via [Facebook](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/facebook) and mobile applications.
The platform reminds its users about upcoming birthdays, holidays, and other events listed on Facebook. Users are able to choose free or paid gift cards from a variety of winning brands to send to their friends. Gift cards are posted on recipients’ Timelines and appear in the News Feeds of both senders and recipients. Mutual friends of the sender and recipient can view the post and opt to chip in on the value of the gift card.
Recipients collect gift cards posted on their Timelines by clicking on a link provided in the Timeline post. After installing the DropGifts platform, recipients are able to select the Wallet tab in the app and choose gift cards to redeem. DropGifts gift cards can be redeemed online or in person, depending on the requirements of the retailer providing the card.
DropGifts was launched on February 14, 2012, and is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
9flats
Venture Round in 2012
9flats is a peer-to-peer rental marketplace that facilitates the short-term renting of private accommodations, such as apartments, rooms, and even unique spaces like igloos. The platform allows travelers to enjoy a more personalized experience while exploring new destinations, providing an alternative to traditional hotel stays. Homeowners can list their properties to earn additional income when they are not using them, fostering a community where individuals can exchange hospitality and connect with others. Users can send booking requests to hosts, who typically respond within a day, making the process straightforward and efficient. By promoting the sharing of existing resources, 9flats aims to enhance the travel experience while also contributing to more sustainable tourism practices.
HiGear is a private car-sharing club specializing in luxury and sports cars. It allows members to rent high-end vehicles directly from other enthusiasts within their local community. This platform enables individuals to share their own cars when not in use, generating extra income while providing renters with access to premium vehicles at significantly reduced prices, often 50% off or more. HiGear ensures a secure and trusted environment for its members by offering insurance, verification, and logistics services.
Domgeo.ru
Seed Round in 2011
Domgeo.ru is a property search website providing up-to-date, reliable information on properties for sale and rent in the Russian market. It tries to make the property selection process less challenging and time consuming for Russia and CIS citizens.
Domgeo is a real estate market place which is on course to establish itself as Russia’s No1 property website. We are transforming the way consumers make home-related decisions and connect with real estate professionals.
Launched in June 2011, consumers now have access to information on over 100,000 properties available for sale and for rent in Moscow and Moscow region. With over $900m spent annually on property advertising in Russia, and an increasing share being spent online, the business is positioning itself to be the key beneficiary of this structural shift.
The site provides visitors with a unique tool for geo-searching . House hunters are able to search for properties using a range of criteria including price, location and size and can view photos of the property and make contact with the real estate agents through the website or using its mobile applications.
Co-founder Carlo Walther previously spent 5 years at Rightmove where he was part of the management team that grew the business into the most successful property website in the UK and listed the company on the London stock exchange in 2006. Other members of the team bring expertize in Russian real estate, web usability, and IT Development.
Domgeo.ru is a Fast Lane Ventures portfolio company.
For more information, please visit www.domgeo.ru
Friendsurance
Seed Round in 2011
Friendsurance operates a peer-to-peer insurance platform in Germany that blends group-based risk pooling with traditional policies, including home contents, private liability, and legal expenses insurance. It rewards members with a year-end cashback if they remain claim-free, and its model aims to reduce annual premiums—up to 60 percent—by connecting small groups within larger communities to provide coverage options and more customer-friendly terms.
Merchantry
Series A in 2010
Merchantry is a technology company that enables the creation and operation of online marketplaces. It offers cloud-based infrastructure and a merchant network designed to support retailers and media organizations in expanding their eCommerce capabilities. By providing automation and integration services, Merchantry facilitates real-time exchange of product and order information, helping merchants streamline their operations and avoid common integration challenges. The company also delivers multichannel solutions that cater to various e-commerce scenarios, allowing merchants to transform their businesses into robust online commerce platforms. Through these services, Merchantry empowers its clients to enhance their marketplace offerings and optimize their overall eCommerce performance.
Experteer
Series B in 2010
Experteer is a Munich-based online career and recruitment marketplace that specializes in high-end job opportunities across Europe. Founded in 2005, the platform features over 80,000 job listings targeted at experienced executives and senior professionals. Experteer provides access to a discreet network of more than 8,000 recruiters and 10,000 headhunters, facilitating connections to the hidden job market. The platform offers premium services that include personalized job recommendations, market insights, and salary benchmarks, all curated by a dedicated team of recruitment professionals. Additionally, Experteer serves as a resource for headhunters, providing job advertising and candidate sourcing solutions. Overall, Experteer aims to support candidates in managing their careers effectively while also connecting companies with top-tier talent.
Citydeal.de
Venture Round in 2010
CityDeal is a German based daily deal site which offers discounted deals to consumers on a daily basis based on city. If enough consumers sign up then the deal is on.
MyFab is an e-commerce marketplace that specializes in design furniture and home decor. The platform connects consumers directly with manufacturers, enabling shoppers to access inventory straight from factories and warehouses. By eliminating middlemen, MyFab offers products at significantly reduced prices, reportedly up to 70% lower than traditional retail and other e-commerce platforms. This direct-to-consumer model aims to provide a more efficient shopping experience while ensuring cost savings for customers.
MyDeco is an online retailer specializing in homewares, offering a curated collection of designer furniture and home accessories sourced from various boutiques across Europe. Founded by the team behind lastminute.com, MyDeco has gained recognition for its innovative website that combines eCommerce with interactive planning and visualization tools. The platform allows users to visualize products in their homes, facilitating room planning before making purchases. MyDeco operates through two main sites: mydeco.com, which focuses on eCommerce with a wide range of curated products, and mydecomarketplace.com, an affiliate site that partners with leading retailers. In addition to shopping, MyDeco fosters a community where users can share decorating ideas, swap tips, and showcase their designs, providing a comprehensive experience for home improvement enthusiasts.
Angi
Venture Round in 2007
Angi connects homeowners with quality home service professionals across a wide range of categories, including repairs, remodeling, cleaning, and landscaping. Through its brands Angi, HomeAdvisor, and Handy, the company provides consumers with tools to find professionals, compare quotes, and read vetted reviews, while offering professionals a platform to engage with potential customers and manage leads. It operates internationally with presence in Europe and Canada, and derives revenue primarily from ads and leads that connect professionals with homeowners, complemented by services that facilitate quoting and invoicing.
Angi
Venture Round in 2006
Angi connects homeowners with quality home service professionals across a wide range of categories, including repairs, remodeling, cleaning, and landscaping. Through its brands Angi, HomeAdvisor, and Handy, the company provides consumers with tools to find professionals, compare quotes, and read vetted reviews, while offering professionals a platform to engage with potential customers and manage leads. It operates internationally with presence in Europe and Canada, and derives revenue primarily from ads and leads that connect professionals with homeowners, complemented by services that facilitate quoting and invoicing.
Epinions is a consumer reviews platform that empowers users to make informed purchasing decisions. It offers unbiased product evaluations, buying guides, and personalized recommendations across over 30 categories, covering millions of products and services. After considering reviews, Epinions helps users find the best prices and availability from rated online merchants.
Blips is a platform designed to connect investors and entrepreneurs, focusing on tangible assets. It facilitates equipment leasing, allowing entrepreneurs to access the resources necessary for productive business activities. By linking clients with opportunities to buy and finance supplies and inputs, Blips supports the growth and operational efficiency of various businesses. The platform aims to create a seamless interaction between those seeking investment and those offering opportunities, enhancing the overall entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Sorare is a global fantasy football game that enables users to trade official digital collectibles. Founded in Paris in 2018, the platform allows players to manage their teams using digital NFT cards, fostering competition and community interaction.
Plant Story operates an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of plants through an application. The company provides gardening businesses with tools for plant identification using a scanner, and fosters a global community of plant enthusiasts. By collaborating with nurseries, influencers, and gardening websites, Plant Story enables users to share gardening knowledge and resources, promoting a collective effort towards sustainable gardening practices. Additionally, the platform offers plant care information and connects individuals passionate about plants, supporting a greener future.