Gandel Invest is a family office established in 2012 and located in South Yarra, Australia. The firm specializes in making strategic, non-controlling investments across a range of growing businesses. Gandel Invest targets companies at various stages of development, including seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage ventures. Its investment focus spans several sectors, including business-to-business (B2B), commercial services, business-to-consumer (B2C), retail, and technology.
Upcover Pty Ltd, established in 2018 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, specializes in providing insurance solutions for platform, contract, and freelance workers. The company's core mission is to simplify the distribution of insurance, enabling trusted brands and marketplaces to offer affordable business insurance to their small and medium enterprise (SME) customers and contractor workforce. Upcover achieves this through its universal quote and bind APIs, as well as its user-friendly platform. The company's assets are managed by its executive management team.
LightLink
Seed Round in 2024
LightLink specializes in a Layer 2 blockchain platform designed to support decentralized finance (DeFi), metaverse, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and gaming applications. The platform offers a secure and user-friendly network that eliminates transaction fees and barriers to entry, allowing users to engage in instantaneous and gasless transactions. By leveraging the security of Ethereum, LightLink aims to provide a seamless experience for businesses and developers looking to enhance their digital applications without the complexities typically associated with blockchain technology.
Singularity
Seed Round in 2023
Singularity is a protocol created by the PG Organisation that serves as a compliant academic decentralized finance (DeFi) access layer. It enables institutional players to engage with popular blockchain protocols while ensuring commercial confidentiality. The platform features a decentralized compliance system that facilitates private digital asset transfers, utilizing zero-knowledge proofs to verify wallet ownership without disclosing personally identifiable information. This approach allows users to maintain their privacy while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Good Pair Days
Series B in 2023
Good Pair Days is an online platform that specializes in selling and delivering wines tailored to individual consumer preferences. By utilizing customer data, such as responses to a palate quiz and previous ratings, the platform offers personalized wine recommendations that consider various characteristics, including region, flavor, and acidity. Each order includes detailed information about the selected wines, including stories about the makers, tasting notes, food pairings, and personalized recipes. Additionally, the service rewards customer loyalty by providing points that can be redeemed for free bottles on future purchases, enhancing the overall shopping experience for wine enthusiasts.
Singularity
Seed Round in 2023
Singularity is a protocol created by the PG Organisation that serves as a compliant academic decentralized finance (DeFi) access layer. It enables institutional players to engage with popular blockchain protocols while ensuring commercial confidentiality. The platform features a decentralized compliance system that facilitates private digital asset transfers, utilizing zero-knowledge proofs to verify wallet ownership without disclosing personally identifiable information. This approach allows users to maintain their privacy while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Reebelo
Series A in 2023
Reebelo is a prominent marketplace specializing in refurbished technology devices and lifestyle products. The company provides consumers with significant savings, allowing them to purchase items at reduced prices or opt for flexible rental options. Reebelo's mission focuses on minimizing electronic waste and promoting a circular economy by offering a diverse range of secondhand electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and desktops. The marketplace ensures that all products are thoroughly reviewed and come with extended warranties, providing customers with a reliable and sustainable shopping experience. With offices in various global locations, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Miami, Toronto, Singapore, and Melbourne, Reebelo aims to make a positive environmental impact while delivering high-quality products to consumers.
Fable
Series A in 2023
Fable Food Co is a company that specializes in creating plant-based meat alternatives primarily derived from shiitake mushrooms. Their products are designed to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat, providing a nutritious and healthy substitute for consumers. Fable's offerings are clean label and minimally processed, made entirely from natural plant-based ingredients. The company's products are widely available across Australia, including major retailers such as Harris Farm Markets, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as through meal delivery services like Marley Spoon and Dinnerly. Additionally, Fable's products feature on various restaurant menus in Australia, Singapore, and the UK, catering to both food enthusiasts and those seeking vegan options.
Glitter Protocol
Seed Round in 2023
Glitter Protocol is a developer of a blockchain based data platform that provides web 3.0 data storage and management services.
Optty
Seed Round in 2022
Optty is a financial software platform that facilitates the integration of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) options for retailers and payment gateways. By providing a developer-friendly API, Optty ensures seamless integration for custom e-commerce sites and online platforms, enhancing the user experience and performance. The company focuses on delivering secure and efficient integration services, allowing retailers to offer flexible payment solutions to their customers with ease.
Ampverse
Series A in 2022
Ampverse is an interactive entertainment company focused on fostering hyperlocal gaming communities through a network of owned esports teams, gaming channels, original content, and merchandise. The company operates a platform that enables partnerships among brands, agencies, game publishers, and prominent figures in the gaming and esports sectors. By leveraging its ecosystem of talent, content, and technology, Ampverse effectively connects brands with gaming audiences, facilitating meaningful interactions and enhancing accessibility within the gaming landscape.
Reebelo
Series A in 2022
Reebelo is a prominent marketplace specializing in refurbished technology devices and lifestyle products. The company provides consumers with significant savings, allowing them to purchase items at reduced prices or opt for flexible rental options. Reebelo's mission focuses on minimizing electronic waste and promoting a circular economy by offering a diverse range of secondhand electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and desktops. The marketplace ensures that all products are thoroughly reviewed and come with extended warranties, providing customers with a reliable and sustainable shopping experience. With offices in various global locations, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Miami, Toronto, Singapore, and Melbourne, Reebelo aims to make a positive environmental impact while delivering high-quality products to consumers.
Immersive
Seed Round in 2022
Immersve is a member of the payments and technology network. Its issuing-as-a-service platform supports both centralized and decentralized payment experiences. Exchanges and dApps such as web3 wallets and DeFi protocols can integrate with this company's APIs and smart contracts to transact.
EngageRM
Series A in 2021
EngageRM is an Australian-based company specializing in customer engagement, particularly for sports and entertainment industries. The firm offers a comprehensive relationship management platform that includes tools such as fan engagement through artificial intelligence, streamlined ticketing processes, marketing insights, campaign deployment, and real-time reporting. These solutions enable businesses to build valuable relationships with fans, partners, and their communities.
Pushas
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Pushas is a prominent sneaker marketplace based in Australia, dedicated to helping individuals buy and sell sought-after sneakers. Established in early 2017 by a team in Sydney, Pushas aims to serve the sneaker community with features such as legitimate product checks and flat shipping rates. The marketplace prioritizes customer service and maintains low fees to support both buyers and sellers, reflecting a long-term commitment to the community rather than short-term profits. Pushas has cultivated a loyal following, transforming into more than just a trading platform; it represents a lifestyle for enthusiasts who share a passion for sneakers. Through its focus on building a strong community, Pushas is gaining recognition and establishing a unique identity within the sneaker culture in Australia.
SkyBuys
Seed Round in 2021
SkyBuys is a digital platform designed to enhance the duty-free and travel retail experience, catering to the $100 billion global market. Founded in Sydney and accelerated in Hamburg, the company offers a mobile commerce application that connects passengers with duty-free shopping options, enabling them to browse and purchase products both in-flight and at international terminals. By facilitating seamless online-to-offline transactions, SkyBuys allows customers to discover competitive prices and convenient purchasing locations during their travels. The platform has partnered with leading travel retail groups and is actively working on projects in the trans-Tasman region, including collaborations with major retailers. Recognized for its innovative technology, SkyBuys has received accolades from notable entities in the aviation and retail industries. The company aims to create an inclusive and efficient shopping experience that fosters long-term customer relationships and enhances marketing opportunities for brands and retailers throughout the travel journey.
Foodbomb
Series A in 2021
Foodbomb is an online marketplace that specializes in wholesale food products, streamlining the process for foodservice businesses to search, compare, and order quality ingredients. The platform offers access to over 10,000 products across eight categories, including meat, seafood, produce, and dairy, allowing users to find competitive prices from leading suppliers efficiently. With features such as single-click reordering and order tracking, Foodbomb simplifies inventory management for its clients. The service is free to use, requires no commitment, and includes complimentary next-day delivery, making it a convenient solution for those in the food industry.
Better Juice
Seed Round in 2021
Better Juice Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Rehovot, Israel, specializes in biotechnology aimed at reducing sugar content in fruit juices. The company’s innovative technology employs non-GMO processes to convert sugars present in juices, such as monosaccharides and disaccharides, into prebiotic and non-digestible fibers, all while preserving the flavor of the beverage. This solution enables industrial juice producers to lower or eliminate sugar in popular juices like orange, apple, and grape juice, which typically contain high sugar levels. Supported by The Kitchen FoodTech Hub, Better Juice addresses the growing consumer demand for healthier beverage options by offering a simple way to enjoy natural juices without excessive sugar.
Liquor Loot
Series A in 2021
Liquor Loot Pty Ltd, founded in 2016 and based in Sydney, Australia, specializes in subscription services that allow customers to sample premium whiskies before purchasing full bottles. The company provides a custom-curated, monthly whisky-tasting experience, featuring a selection of hard-to-find Scotches, single malts, and award-winning whiskies from Japan and America. This service helps whisky enthusiasts refine their palate by exploring the distinct aromas, tastes, and finishes of various spirits, thereby enhancing their overall appreciation of whisky.
iVvy
Venture Round in 2021
iVvy is a provider of cloud-based event management software that offers a comprehensive solution for managing conferences and events. Its platform includes tools for ticketing, e-newsletters, accommodation management, reporting, and surveys. iVvy's software facilitates a global distribution system that allows businesses and users to efficiently search, compare, book, and pay for meeting rooms, event spaces, and group accommodations. This integrated approach aims to simplify the event management process, making it more accessible and affordable for clients and businesses alike.
Better Packaging
Venture Round in 2021
Better Packaging specializes in eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions aimed at reducing plastic waste in retail. The company offers a wide range of products, including compostable mailers, glassine garment bags, and various types of bags such as courier satchels, bubble bags, and ziplock bags. Their packaging is designed to be resealable and curbside recyclable with paper and cardboard, contributing to a more circular economy. By utilizing bio-plastics that are engineered to break down, Better Packaging provides businesses with environmentally responsible options that help mitigate pollution and promote sustainability in the packaging industry.
Alphaa.io
Seed Round in 2021
Alpha'a.io is a New York-based company established in 2014, operating an online B2B marketplace that connects businesses with visual artists from around the world. The platform offers a diverse range of art and prints for office spaces and homes, making the visual arts more accessible. Additionally, Alpha'a.io facilitates the creation and trading of multi-utility NFTs, enabling brands and creators to connect physical and digital assets, and earn resale royalties through digital certificates of authenticity.
Fable
Seed Round in 2021
Fable Food Co is a company that specializes in creating plant-based meat alternatives primarily derived from shiitake mushrooms. Their products are designed to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat, providing a nutritious and healthy substitute for consumers. Fable's offerings are clean label and minimally processed, made entirely from natural plant-based ingredients. The company's products are widely available across Australia, including major retailers such as Harris Farm Markets, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as through meal delivery services like Marley Spoon and Dinnerly. Additionally, Fable's products feature on various restaurant menus in Australia, Singapore, and the UK, catering to both food enthusiasts and those seeking vegan options.
The Spec Sheet
Seed Round in 2021
The Spec Sheet is an online platform designed to help media owners, planners, and producers manage and share current advertising specifications efficiently. It serves as an interactive hub that streamlines workflow processes, facilitating collaboration between media owners and creative firms. By providing a centralized resource for up-to-date ad specs, The Spec Sheet enhances communication and ensures adherence to specifications, ultimately saving time for industry professionals. Clients can also gain insights into their campaigns, including distribution methods, placements, and variations, which helps maintain positive relationships throughout the duration of the project.
Butn
Funding Round in 2020
Butn is a B2B funding company that innovates the financing landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company provides a Funding Solution Suite designed to address working capital constraints by offering transactional funding, which allows businesses to finance individual transactions based on the creditworthiness of end debtors. Butn's technology is agnostic, enabling it to integrate seamlessly with various third-party platforms, thereby offering a comprehensive suite of financing products to its customers. Revenue is generated through a fixed funding fee applied to each transaction funded. This approach helps SMEs access necessary capital more effectively, supporting their growth and operational needs.
TRAVLR
Series C in 2020
TRAVLR is a white label technology provider that integrates the global travel industry into a unified platform through its innovative "Travel as a Service" model. Founded in 2017 by Simon te Hennepe, the company licenses its comprehensive travel platform to leading media companies, allowing their audiences to easily discover, plan, and book curated travel experiences. This approach not only enhances user engagement by keeping audiences within the media companies' ecosystems but also optimizes conversion rates by providing a seamless transition from content to real-world travel experiences. TRAVLR's model benefits consumers, media companies, and the travel industry alike, addressing the challenges of a fragmented travel booking journey. The company operates from strategically located offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland, and Denpasar, and has established partnerships with notable brands such as Network 10, MTV, Bali Bible, and Stuff.co.nz.
Cogo
Venture Round in 2019
Cogo builds sustainability solutions that empower consumers & businesses to measure, improve and compensate their impact on the world. World-class sustainability data and cutting-edge behavioural science power the Cogo APIs. Transaction or Category API solutions seamlessly integrate Cogo smarts into the digital experiences you already provide your customers.
MyDeal.com.au
Venture Round in 2017
MyDeal.com.au is an Australian online marketplace that connects consumers with a diverse range of products at competitive prices. Established in 2011 and based in Melbourne, the platform offers a wide selection of items, including furniture, appliances, electronics, home and garden products, baby and kids' items, sports equipment, and health and beauty products. MyDeal.com.au aims to enhance the shopping experience by continuously advancing its technology and processes, ensuring a seamless interaction for both customers and retailers. As a subsidiary of E-COM (Aus) Pty Ltd, the company focuses on providing an extensive inventory while maintaining a commitment to customer satisfaction.
Vicinity Centres
Seed Round in 2017
Vicinity Centres is one of Australia's largest retail property groups, formed from the merger of Federation Centres and Novion in June 2015. The company owns approximately AUD 15 billion in retail assets, primarily consisting of large, high-end shopping centers. Its portfolio includes a diverse range of properties, with around 50% located in major regional malls, 20% in subregional centers, 15% in central business district (CBD) locations, and 15% in outlet centers. Vicinity Centres also manages a total of AUD 26.1 billion in assets across the entire retail asset spectrum, showcasing its extensive reach and influence in the Australian retail market.
Ordermentum
Series A in 2016
Ordermentum is an ordering and payments platform tailored for the food and beverage industry, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Sydney. The platform connects around 60,000 cafes, bars, and restaurants across Australia with a variety of suppliers, streamlining the ordering process by replacing traditional pen and paper methods with mobile technology. This innovation enhances business efficiency, boosts sales, and improves profitability. Ordermentum collaborates with major suppliers, such as Lion, as well as specialty brands like Gabriel Coffee. The platform is hosted on Amazon Web Services and is compatible with various devices. It offers features such as scheduled email and SMS reminders for daily order collection and can integrate with existing systems via flat file or API. As an authorized payment aggregator, Ordermentum manages daily collection and settlement of funds. The platform is designed to assist businesses, whether small start-ups or large wholesalers, in improving promotions, reducing administrative costs, and expanding customer bases.
Whizz Technologies
Series B in 2015
Whizz Technologies is a technology company specializing in connecting homeowners with independent cleaning professionals through a streamlined online platform and mobile application. The company offers an efficient booking process that enables users to schedule cleaning services in just 60 seconds, with options for one-time appointments, regular cleanings, or same-day services. Whizz Technologies distinguishes itself by employing a rigorous seven-step qualification process for its cleaners, referred to as "WHIZZards," ensuring they meet high standards of quality and reliability. The platform emphasizes customer satisfaction, featuring a 100% happiness guarantee that allows clients to request a follow-up cleaning at no additional cost if they are not fully satisfied. By leveraging technology, Whizz Technologies aims to simplify the process of finding and booking home cleaning services while maintaining a focus on quality and convenience.
Animoca Brands
Post in 2015
Animoca Brands, established in 2019 and headquartered in the Cayman Islands, is a venture capital firm focused on the technology sector. It invests in and supports creators who leverage web3 and blockchain technologies to drive digital property rights to gamers and internet users through non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The company develops and markets a portfolio of mobile applications, games, and educational products, utilizing gamification and blockchain to ensure transparency, security, and innovative business models.
Nunn Media
Venture Round in 2010
Nunn Media is an independent media strategy and buying agency that focuses on helping clients unlock their growth potential through innovative thinking. The company offers a range of services, including integrated strategy, planning, media buying, digital media services, and data analytics. By combining these offerings, Nunn Media empowers its clients to make informed decisions that drive customer engagement and sales. With a commitment to independent thought, the agency aims to inspire businesses to achieve their objectives through effective media solutions.
EatClub
EatClub Pty Ltd operates a food application that allows restaurants to manage demand for their tables and enhance profit margins through dynamic pricing. Founded in 2016 and based in East Melbourne, Australia, EatClub was previously known as Dinnerdeal Pty Ltd before rebranding in September 2017. The platform enables restaurants to offer last-minute deals to diners, helping to fill tables during off-peak times. With a partner network of over 1,500 restaurants, including notable names like Sake and Rockpool Dining Group, EatClub serves both Sydney and Melbourne, with plans for further expansion across Australia. The application was designed by restaurateurs and is recognized as a pioneering customer engagement tool in the food service industry.
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