Grazia Equity

Grazia Equity is a venture capital firm based in Stuttgart, Germany, founded in 1998. The firm focuses on investing in innovative, technology-driven startups with significant growth potential, particularly in the clean technology sector. Grazia Equity supports a diverse range of mostly young companies, often guiding them from their inception to eventual outcomes such as Initial Public Offerings or sales. Unlike many venture capital firms, Grazia primarily invests its own capital, allowing it to operate with a more entrepreneurial approach.

Jochen Klueppel

Partner

Jochen Klüppel

Partner

Alec Rauschenbusch

Founder and Managing Partner

Rueter, Andreas

Partner

79 past transactions

Vytal

Venture Round in 2025
Vytal provides software-enabled reusable packaging solutions aimed at reducing single-use packaging waste in the food and beverage industry. The company offers a reusable container system and accompanying container management software designed to support sustainable takeaway and delivery services. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including restaurants, supermarkets, caterers, canteens, and event organizers. Vytal's platform allows businesses and individual consumers to access high-quality reusable packaging at a pay-per-use price that is more economical than disposable options. Users can conveniently borrow containers for free and return them at various locations or through delivery services, thereby facilitating a circular approach to packaging and contributing to the reduction of plastic waste.

Lumotive

Series B in 2025
Lumotive LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in developing solid-state lidar systems utilizing liquid crystal metasurface (LCM) technology for autonomous vehicles and other applications. The company’s optical semiconductor solutions, including the Light Control Metasurface beam steering chips, enhance sensing and perception capabilities across various industries such as consumer electronics, robotics, and industrial automation. These chips facilitate precise control of light, allowing for improved performance in sensing and imaging tasks while being compact and easy to integrate. Lumotive’s innovative technology aims to simplify lidar systems, making them more cost-effective and reliable, thereby supporting mass adoption in the automotive and other sectors. The company was previously known as Holosense Technologies, LLC before rebranding in September 2018.

Affinity

Seed Round in 2025
Affinity is a financial solutions company that provides financial inclusion, advisory, and literacy services.

Formo

Series B in 2024
Formo is a pioneering cellular agriculture company based in Europe that specializes in creating animal-free dairy products. By utilizing precision fermentation, Formo develops real, nature-identical milk proteins, allowing for the production of clean dairy alternatives. The company aims to provide sustainable and healthy options for consumers, particularly those seeking vegan food products. Through innovative biotechnology, Formo transforms nutrients into dairy proteins, contributing to a more equitable and environmentally friendly approach to dairy consumption.

XO Life

Venture Round in 2024
XO Life operates an online platform focused on digital patient monitoring and engagement. The platform is designed to enhance patient education and support by offering real-world insights into patient preferences and treatment outcomes. It facilitates communication between patients and pharmaceutical companies, allowing for the exchange of feedback and information that improves adherence to treatments. By providing services such as patient companionship and insights into various drugs and diseases, XO Life aims to foster better relationships between patients and healthcare providers, ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes and loyalty.

Vytal

Venture Round in 2024
Vytal provides software-enabled reusable packaging solutions aimed at reducing single-use packaging waste in the food and beverage industry. The company offers a reusable container system and accompanying container management software designed to support sustainable takeaway and delivery services. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including restaurants, supermarkets, caterers, canteens, and event organizers. Vytal's platform allows businesses and individual consumers to access high-quality reusable packaging at a pay-per-use price that is more economical than disposable options. Users can conveniently borrow containers for free and return them at various locations or through delivery services, thereby facilitating a circular approach to packaging and contributing to the reduction of plastic waste.

ETERNAL POWER

Angel Round in 2023
Eternal Power is focused on the large-scale production of green hydrogen and its derivatives, aiming to address the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions. The company develops, finances, builds, and operates production facilities that encompass utility-scale renewable energy generation and the conversion of green hydrogen into products like ammonia and methanol. By securing strategically located sites worldwide, including in Germany, Sweden, Spain, the UAE, and Chile, Eternal Power positions itself to meet the needs of various off-takers, including utilities, fertilizer producers, and chemical companies. The organization is committed to leveraging advanced technology and renewable energy hardware to achieve competitive pricing, ensuring that its offerings are both sustainable and economically viable. As the market for green hydrogen is projected to reach an annual value of 1,400 billion EUR by 2050, Eternal Power plays a critical role in facilitating the transition to a cleaner energy future.

Zageno

Venture Round in 2023
Zageno Inc. is an online retailer specializing in life science research products, aiming to streamline the purchasing process for researchers globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Zageno offers a diverse range of over 10 million products, including preparation items, gene editing tools, PCR products, sequencing kits, and various detection and lab accessories. The company features a unique Scientific Score, which provides unbiased, peer-reviewed ratings to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions. Zageno's platform is designed to enhance convenience and efficiency in acquiring research materials, serving as a reliable sales channel for suppliers and partners in the biotechnology sector. The company also has an office in Berlin, Germany, reflecting its commitment to fostering scientific innovation.

Vytal

Series A in 2022
Vytal provides software-enabled reusable packaging solutions aimed at reducing single-use packaging waste in the food and beverage industry. The company offers a reusable container system and accompanying container management software designed to support sustainable takeaway and delivery services. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including restaurants, supermarkets, caterers, canteens, and event organizers. Vytal's platform allows businesses and individual consumers to access high-quality reusable packaging at a pay-per-use price that is more economical than disposable options. Users can conveniently borrow containers for free and return them at various locations or through delivery services, thereby facilitating a circular approach to packaging and contributing to the reduction of plastic waste.

Hypatos

Series A in 2022
Hypatos GmbH, founded in 2018 and located in Kleinmachnow, Germany, specializes in artificial intelligence systems aimed at automating the capture and processing of document data. The company focuses on enhancing financial document processing through its use of language processing AI and computer vision technology. Hypatos targets various business applications, including invoices, travel and expense management, loan application validation, and insurance claims. By offering pre-trained machine learning models as APIs and applications, Hypatos enables organizations to automate complex back-office processes, thereby increasing processing speed, reducing costs, and improving data quality.

Zageno

Series C in 2021
Zageno Inc. is an online retailer specializing in life science research products, aiming to streamline the purchasing process for researchers globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Zageno offers a diverse range of over 10 million products, including preparation items, gene editing tools, PCR products, sequencing kits, and various detection and lab accessories. The company features a unique Scientific Score, which provides unbiased, peer-reviewed ratings to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions. Zageno's platform is designed to enhance convenience and efficiency in acquiring research materials, serving as a reliable sales channel for suppliers and partners in the biotechnology sector. The company also has an office in Berlin, Germany, reflecting its commitment to fostering scientific innovation.

Formo

Series A in 2021
Formo is a pioneering cellular agriculture company based in Europe that specializes in creating animal-free dairy products. By utilizing precision fermentation, Formo develops real, nature-identical milk proteins, allowing for the production of clean dairy alternatives. The company aims to provide sustainable and healthy options for consumers, particularly those seeking vegan food products. Through innovative biotechnology, Formo transforms nutrients into dairy proteins, contributing to a more equitable and environmentally friendly approach to dairy consumption.

Gitti

Seed Round in 2021
gitti GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in developing eco-friendly beauty products, primarily focused on manicure and nail care. Founded in 2018, the company offers a range of products including nail colors, manicure sets, and other beauty items that are formulated with natural ingredients. gitti emphasizes conscious beauty innovations, ensuring its offerings have a low ecological footprint. The products are water-based, vegan, odorless, and free from harmful chemicals, catering to consumers seeking safer alternatives to conventional beauty products. gitti operates primarily through online sales, making its environmentally friendly beauty solutions accessible to a wider audience.

Lingoda

Private Equity Round in 2021
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.

Gitti

Seed Round in 2020
gitti GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in developing eco-friendly beauty products, primarily focused on manicure and nail care. Founded in 2018, the company offers a range of products including nail colors, manicure sets, and other beauty items that are formulated with natural ingredients. gitti emphasizes conscious beauty innovations, ensuring its offerings have a low ecological footprint. The products are water-based, vegan, odorless, and free from harmful chemicals, catering to consumers seeking safer alternatives to conventional beauty products. gitti operates primarily through online sales, making its environmentally friendly beauty solutions accessible to a wider audience.

Hypatos

Seed Round in 2020
Hypatos GmbH, founded in 2018 and located in Kleinmachnow, Germany, specializes in artificial intelligence systems aimed at automating the capture and processing of document data. The company focuses on enhancing financial document processing through its use of language processing AI and computer vision technology. Hypatos targets various business applications, including invoices, travel and expense management, loan application validation, and insurance claims. By offering pre-trained machine learning models as APIs and applications, Hypatos enables organizations to automate complex back-office processes, thereby increasing processing speed, reducing costs, and improving data quality.

Gyant

Series A in 2020
GYANT is a digital front door solution for health systems that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance patient navigation to appropriate care settings and in-network resources. By implementing digital patient journeys, GYANT enables health systems to effectively capture new patients and efficiently serve existing ones. The platform employs natural language processing to understand patients' needs, guiding them through their healthcare encounters. This not only improves patient engagement but also enhances care utilization, leading to better access to healthcare services. Additionally, GYANT contributes to process automation within health systems, ultimately resulting in lower costs and time savings for healthcare providers.

Formo

Seed Round in 2019
Formo is a pioneering cellular agriculture company based in Europe that specializes in creating animal-free dairy products. By utilizing precision fermentation, Formo develops real, nature-identical milk proteins, allowing for the production of clean dairy alternatives. The company aims to provide sustainable and healthy options for consumers, particularly those seeking vegan food products. Through innovative biotechnology, Formo transforms nutrients into dairy proteins, contributing to a more equitable and environmentally friendly approach to dairy consumption.

Inspekto

Series B in 2019
Inspekto, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing autonomous machine vision systems aimed at transforming the industrial quality assurance landscape. By leveraging its innovative AMV-AI technology, Inspekto offers ready-to-deploy visual inspection solutions that do not require extensive production data or vision experts, allowing manufacturers of all sizes to automate their inspection processes within a single day. The company seeks to disrupt the multi-billion dollar machine vision sector with its versatile and user-friendly optical quality inspection devices, enabling industrial quality assurance professionals to enhance productivity and optimize operational efficiency without relying on system integrators.

Mister Spex

Venture Round in 2019
Mister Spex GmbH is an online eyewear retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a wide variety of glasses and contact lenses. Founded in 2007, the company offers over 5,000 products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and sports eyewear, sourced from more than 60 brands, such as Adidas, Gucci, and Prada. In addition to its extensive online presence, Mister Spex operates retail stores across Germany, providing customers with access to eye examinations and additional services related to eyewear. The company also has a significant international presence, with websites serving customers in France, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Great Britain. The majority of its revenue is generated from the German market, reflecting its strong regional focus within the European eyewear sector.

Lingoda

Series A in 2019
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.

Gyant

Seed Round in 2019
GYANT is a digital front door solution for health systems that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance patient navigation to appropriate care settings and in-network resources. By implementing digital patient journeys, GYANT enables health systems to effectively capture new patients and efficiently serve existing ones. The platform employs natural language processing to understand patients' needs, guiding them through their healthcare encounters. This not only improves patient engagement but also enhances care utilization, leading to better access to healthcare services. Additionally, GYANT contributes to process automation within health systems, ultimately resulting in lower costs and time savings for healthcare providers.

Zageno

Series B in 2019
Zageno Inc. is an online retailer specializing in life science research products, aiming to streamline the purchasing process for researchers globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Zageno offers a diverse range of over 10 million products, including preparation items, gene editing tools, PCR products, sequencing kits, and various detection and lab accessories. The company features a unique Scientific Score, which provides unbiased, peer-reviewed ratings to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions. Zageno's platform is designed to enhance convenience and efficiency in acquiring research materials, serving as a reliable sales channel for suppliers and partners in the biotechnology sector. The company also has an office in Berlin, Germany, reflecting its commitment to fostering scientific innovation.

SMACC

Venture Round in 2019
SMACC GmbH, established in 2015 and located in Potsdam, Germany, specializes in the development of cloud-based software for bookkeeping and finance management. The company's platform leverages machine learning technology to automate document-based processing tasks in finance departments, offering solutions for document data capture, accounting and controlling automation, and intelligent workflow applications. By converting invoices into digital formats, SMACC's software significantly enhances efficiency, providing clients with the potential for up to a 90% reduction in processing time and costs. This innovative approach enables financial professionals and organizations to streamline their financial management processes effectively.

Inspekto

Series A in 2018
Inspekto, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing autonomous machine vision systems aimed at transforming the industrial quality assurance landscape. By leveraging its innovative AMV-AI technology, Inspekto offers ready-to-deploy visual inspection solutions that do not require extensive production data or vision experts, allowing manufacturers of all sizes to automate their inspection processes within a single day. The company seeks to disrupt the multi-billion dollar machine vision sector with its versatile and user-friendly optical quality inspection devices, enabling industrial quality assurance professionals to enhance productivity and optimize operational efficiency without relying on system integrators.

Carisma Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Carisma Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative immunotherapies for cancer and other serious diseases through its proprietary chimeric antigen receptor macrophage technology. The company focuses on engineering macrophages and monocytes, which are specialized white blood cells, to enhance their ability to infiltrate solid tumors and deliver potent cellular immunotherapy. By leveraging advanced cell engineering techniques, Carisma aims to provide effective treatments that enable patients with solid tumors to benefit from targeted and robust cancer therapies.

Gyant

Seed Round in 2018
GYANT is a digital front door solution for health systems that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance patient navigation to appropriate care settings and in-network resources. By implementing digital patient journeys, GYANT enables health systems to effectively capture new patients and efficiently serve existing ones. The platform employs natural language processing to understand patients' needs, guiding them through their healthcare encounters. This not only improves patient engagement but also enhances care utilization, leading to better access to healthcare services. Additionally, GYANT contributes to process automation within health systems, ultimately resulting in lower costs and time savings for healthcare providers.

Lingoda

Series A in 2018
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.

Lingoda

Series A in 2018
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.

Zageno

Series A in 2017
Zageno Inc. is an online retailer specializing in life science research products, aiming to streamline the purchasing process for researchers globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Zageno offers a diverse range of over 10 million products, including preparation items, gene editing tools, PCR products, sequencing kits, and various detection and lab accessories. The company features a unique Scientific Score, which provides unbiased, peer-reviewed ratings to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions. Zageno's platform is designed to enhance convenience and efficiency in acquiring research materials, serving as a reliable sales channel for suppliers and partners in the biotechnology sector. The company also has an office in Berlin, Germany, reflecting its commitment to fostering scientific innovation.

Urbanara

Venture Round in 2017
At Urbanara believes that living the good life starts at home. That’s why they combine the finest craftsmanship with pure, natural materials to make pieces that not only look beautiful, but help you live beautifully. They proudly stand behind every product in their portfolio, and make sure to never compromise on quality. Designed according to the timeless principles of style, these are pieces made to be loved forever, and make your home 100% you.

Carisma Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2017
Carisma Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative immunotherapies for cancer and other serious diseases through its proprietary chimeric antigen receptor macrophage technology. The company focuses on engineering macrophages and monocytes, which are specialized white blood cells, to enhance their ability to infiltrate solid tumors and deliver potent cellular immunotherapy. By leveraging advanced cell engineering techniques, Carisma aims to provide effective treatments that enable patients with solid tumors to benefit from targeted and robust cancer therapies.

Yeay

Seed Round in 2017
YEAY GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, has developed a video-sharing application that redefines mobile e-commerce. The platform allows users to create and share entertaining vertical videos showcasing their favorite lifestyle products and experiences, fostering a community that rewards engagement. Users can buy and sell products seamlessly through the app, transforming the shopping experience into an enjoyable and interactive activity. YEAY's innovative approach enables users to discover new products and trends while engaging with authentic recommendation videos. This pioneering application serves as a global marketplace, connecting users with products and designers from around the world.

immatics biotechnologies

Series E in 2017
immatics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery of true targets for cancer immunotherapies with the development of the right T cell receptors. The company's customized Adoptive Cell Therapies (ACTengine) and antibody-like TCR Bispecifics are the two main product classes in the pipeline (TCER). With a focus on particularly difficult-to-treat solid malignancies, each therapy modality has unique characteristics to create the desired therapeutic impact for patients at various disease stages and with various types of tumors. immatics biotechnologies was established in 2000 by Hans Rammensee, Harpreet Singh, and Steffen Walter in Tübingen, Baden-Wurttemberg.

Merolt

Venture Round in 2016
Merolt GmbH, based in Leipzig, Germany, specializes in travel management and hotel booking services tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. The company operates a digital platform that simplifies the process of finding, booking, and managing business travel. By providing direct access to wholesale hotel prices, Merolt aims to enhance the online booking experience for business travelers. The platform facilitates the planning, booking, and payment of business trips, positioning itself as a modern solution in the corporate travel market.

Yeay

Seed Round in 2016
YEAY GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, has developed a video-sharing application that redefines mobile e-commerce. The platform allows users to create and share entertaining vertical videos showcasing their favorite lifestyle products and experiences, fostering a community that rewards engagement. Users can buy and sell products seamlessly through the app, transforming the shopping experience into an enjoyable and interactive activity. YEAY's innovative approach enables users to discover new products and trends while engaging with authentic recommendation videos. This pioneering application serves as a global marketplace, connecting users with products and designers from around the world.

SMACC

Series A in 2016
SMACC GmbH, established in 2015 and located in Potsdam, Germany, specializes in the development of cloud-based software for bookkeeping and finance management. The company's platform leverages machine learning technology to automate document-based processing tasks in finance departments, offering solutions for document data capture, accounting and controlling automation, and intelligent workflow applications. By converting invoices into digital formats, SMACC's software significantly enhances efficiency, providing clients with the potential for up to a 90% reduction in processing time and costs. This innovative approach enables financial professionals and organizations to streamline their financial management processes effectively.

Lingoda

Series A in 2016
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.

21sportsgroup

Venture Round in 2016
21sportsgroup GmbH is an online retailer specializing in sporting goods for running, cycling, and triathlon enthusiasts, catering to both amateur and professional athletes. Originally established as L&S Lauf- & Sport Shop GmbH, the company is headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, and operates as a subsidiary of The Social Chain AG. 21sportsgroup offers a diverse range of products, including running shoes, bicycles, apparel, and accessories, focusing on outdoor and action sports. By integrating e-commerce with traditional retail, the company effectively bridges the gap between online and offline shopping experiences. All products are available for immediate shipping, ensuring prompt delivery for customers. Founded by Jörg Mayer, 21sportsgroup is committed to serving the needs of athletes across various disciplines.

Zageno

Seed Round in 2016
Zageno Inc. is an online retailer specializing in life science research products, aiming to streamline the purchasing process for researchers globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Zageno offers a diverse range of over 10 million products, including preparation items, gene editing tools, PCR products, sequencing kits, and various detection and lab accessories. The company features a unique Scientific Score, which provides unbiased, peer-reviewed ratings to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions. Zageno's platform is designed to enhance convenience and efficiency in acquiring research materials, serving as a reliable sales channel for suppliers and partners in the biotechnology sector. The company also has an office in Berlin, Germany, reflecting its commitment to fostering scientific innovation.

Urbanara

Venture Round in 2015
At Urbanara believes that living the good life starts at home. That’s why they combine the finest craftsmanship with pure, natural materials to make pieces that not only look beautiful, but help you live beautifully. They proudly stand behind every product in their portfolio, and make sure to never compromise on quality. Designed according to the timeless principles of style, these are pieces made to be loved forever, and make your home 100% you.

room.me

Seed Round in 2015
Room.me is an online platform that connects individuals seeking roommates and available shared rooms worldwide. The company, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, utilizes a proprietary matching algorithm to facilitate connections similar to dating apps, specifically tailored for finding living arrangements. As one of the leading algorithmic roommate platforms in the United States, Room.me is expanding its reach into new markets while aiming to capture a significant share of the multi-billion dollar housing sector. The platform's user-friendly design enables individuals to find compatible roommates and suitable accommodations based on their specific preferences and requirements.

AYOXXA

Series B in 2014
AYOXXA Biosystems GmbH is a life science tools company based in Cologne, Germany, with additional offices in Singapore and Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2010, AYOXXA specializes in developing a proprietary technology platform for multiplexed protein analysis. This platform, which utilizes In-situ Encoded Bead-based Arrays, enables users to simultaneously measure multiple protein markers associated with various health conditions, including cancer, allergies, cardiovascular diseases, and infectious diseases. AYOXXA's innovative biochips merge biological analysis with information technology, expanding the potential applications in biomedical research. The company also offers biomarker kits to facilitate the identification and quantification of proteins and other biomolecular analytes.

Lingoda

Seed Round in 2014
Lingoda GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in offering online language courses. The company provides live classes in English, German, Spanish, and French, taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Lingoda's curriculum includes group sessions and private classes that cover various topics such as grammar, speaking, and writing. Additionally, the platform offers interactive virtual classrooms, tailored learning materials, and official certificates upon course completion. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Lingoda aims to enable individuals, regardless of their busy schedules, to master a new language from anywhere and at any time.

SiTime

Series F in 2013
SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company that specializes in MEMS-based silicon timing solutions, which are designed to replace traditional quartz products. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, SiTime operates internationally, with significant market presence in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the United States. The company's diverse product offerings include programmable OCXOs, precision super-TCXOs, MHz oscillators, and embedded resonators, catering to various industries such as automotive, telecommunications, aerospace, and the Internet of Things. With a notable market share, SiTime has shipped over 50 million devices, driving the industry's shift towards fully silicon-based timing solutions. The company's configurable products enable clients to enhance performance while reducing size and increasing reliability, ultimately streamlining their supply chains. SiTime's commitment to using standard semiconductor processes ensures high availability and short lead times, making it a preferred choice for leading manufacturers in the timing market.

mysportgroup GmbH

Venture Round in 2013
mysportgroup GmbH offers sports and outdoor products online.

Delivery Agent

Private Equity Round in 2013
Delivery Agent, Inc. is a company that specializes in transforming audiences into revenue-generating customers for brands and media companies globally. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Francisco, it offers innovative solutions such as ShopTV, which enables direct engagement and transactions from advertisements and television shows via web, mobile, and advanced television applications. The company provides a cloud-based shopping platform that facilitates omni-channel commerce and delivers personalized product offers based on viewers' content consumption. Delivery Agent collaborates with various stakeholders, including broadcasters, advertisers, and smart TV manufacturers, to enhance the efficiency and profitability of the advertising ecosystem. Despite its innovative offerings, the company faced financial difficulties, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2016, which was later converted to Chapter 7 in 2017.

Creators Media

Series B in 2012
Creators Media, Inc. operates an online fan-centric media platform that enables users to create and publish content focused on their favorite fandoms. The company encompasses several brands, including Movie Pilot, a digital entertainment magazine covering movies and television; Now Loading, a multi-faceted magazine dedicated to gaming; Super News, a live video brand that broadcasts content on social media platforms; and Champions, which focuses on UFC fighting. Additionally, Creators.co serves as an open platform for pop culture enthusiasts to share engaging content, including news and fan theories. Founded in 2012 and based in Venice, California, Creators Media engages over 32 million entertainment fans worldwide, fostering communication and collaboration among them. As of December 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of Webedia SA.

Starboard Storage Systems

Series B in 2012
Starboard Storage tackles the toughest storage problem facing Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) IT administrators today — managing modern application workloads that include unstructured, virtualized and structured data. Starboard Storage AC Series delivers on the promise of sophisticated yet easy-to-manage storage for modern application workloads. Starboard’s Hybrid Storage delivers performance as a utility, capacity on-demand, simplicity and control. Our patented technologies including dynamic storage pooling, SSD Accelerator Tier, and Starboard Storage Apps, deliver industry leading performance for less.

moviepilot.de

Series B in 2012
Moviepilot GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a German-language film review website, focusing on personalized movie recommendations. Founded in 2007, Moviepilot connects film enthusiasts, producers, and critics, making their insights accessible to a vibrant community of over 250,000 registered users. The platform allows members to discover, discuss, and read about upcoming films and television shows. In 2011, Moviepilot expanded its reach with an international website, attracting a growing audience that now includes more than 13 million movie and TV fans, particularly in the United States. The site aggregates content from a diverse network of bloggers, film journalists, and passionate fans, while its technology aids both major and independent studios in understanding audience preferences and enhancing social media engagement.

Urbanara

Series A in 2012
At Urbanara believes that living the good life starts at home. That’s why they combine the finest craftsmanship with pure, natural materials to make pieces that not only look beautiful, but help you live beautifully. They proudly stand behind every product in their portfolio, and make sure to never compromise on quality. Designed according to the timeless principles of style, these are pieces made to be loved forever, and make your home 100% you.

Quantenna Communications

Private Equity Round in 2012
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

B2X

Series A in 2012
B2X is a global provider of customer care solutions specifically tailored for manufacturers, insurance providers, mobile network operators, and retailers of electronic devices. The company has developed a Smart Service Platform that integrates a global network of experienced personnel and a reliable operational fulfillment partner network, ensuring high-quality service delivery. B2X's end-to-end technology platform manages all aspects of customer care, from backend repairs, parts, and logistics to consumer-facing services. This comprehensive approach supports consumers throughout their device ownership journey, addressing issues from the moment they receive a device to the logistics and repair processes when problems arise. By optimizing the customer care experience with real-time data, B2X ensures consistency and excellence in service across the entire customer care ecosystem for mobile and Internet of Things devices.

Delivery Agent

Series E in 2011
Delivery Agent, Inc. is a company that specializes in transforming audiences into revenue-generating customers for brands and media companies globally. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Francisco, it offers innovative solutions such as ShopTV, which enables direct engagement and transactions from advertisements and television shows via web, mobile, and advanced television applications. The company provides a cloud-based shopping platform that facilitates omni-channel commerce and delivers personalized product offers based on viewers' content consumption. Delivery Agent collaborates with various stakeholders, including broadcasters, advertisers, and smart TV manufacturers, to enhance the efficiency and profitability of the advertising ecosystem. Despite its innovative offerings, the company faced financial difficulties, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2016, which was later converted to Chapter 7 in 2017.

RELDATA

Series B in 2011
RELDATA is the innovation leader in unified block and file storage solutions over iSCSI. Their solutions cost-effectively enable mid-size and distributed enterprises to nondisruptively consolidate, virtualize and protect business data across multi-vendor platforms, providing highly scalable, cost-effective integrated storage, disaster recovery and high availability solutions.

21sportsgroup

Series A in 2011
21sportsgroup GmbH is an online retailer specializing in sporting goods for running, cycling, and triathlon enthusiasts, catering to both amateur and professional athletes. Originally established as L&S Lauf- & Sport Shop GmbH, the company is headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, and operates as a subsidiary of The Social Chain AG. 21sportsgroup offers a diverse range of products, including running shoes, bicycles, apparel, and accessories, focusing on outdoor and action sports. By integrating e-commerce with traditional retail, the company effectively bridges the gap between online and offline shopping experiences. All products are available for immediate shipping, ensuring prompt delivery for customers. Founded by Jörg Mayer, 21sportsgroup is committed to serving the needs of athletes across various disciplines.

Quantenna Communications

Series E in 2010
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Mister Spex

Series B in 2010
Mister Spex GmbH is an online eyewear retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a wide variety of glasses and contact lenses. Founded in 2007, the company offers over 5,000 products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and sports eyewear, sourced from more than 60 brands, such as Adidas, Gucci, and Prada. In addition to its extensive online presence, Mister Spex operates retail stores across Germany, providing customers with access to eye examinations and additional services related to eyewear. The company also has a significant international presence, with websites serving customers in France, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Great Britain. The majority of its revenue is generated from the German market, reflecting its strong regional focus within the European eyewear sector.

Vaola

Series B in 2010
Vaola is an online retailer specializing in sporting goods, offering a wide range of sports apparel and accessories. The company features multi-brand products tailored for various activities, including running, climbing, hiking, soccer, and biking. By providing a diverse selection of gear and clothing, Vaola caters to the needs of sports enthusiasts and athletes looking for quality equipment and apparel.

Quantenna Communications

Series D in 2010
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

21sportsgroup

Seed Round in 2010
21sportsgroup GmbH is an online retailer specializing in sporting goods for running, cycling, and triathlon enthusiasts, catering to both amateur and professional athletes. Originally established as L&S Lauf- & Sport Shop GmbH, the company is headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, and operates as a subsidiary of The Social Chain AG. 21sportsgroup offers a diverse range of products, including running shoes, bicycles, apparel, and accessories, focusing on outdoor and action sports. By integrating e-commerce with traditional retail, the company effectively bridges the gap between online and offline shopping experiences. All products are available for immediate shipping, ensuring prompt delivery for customers. Founded by Jörg Mayer, 21sportsgroup is committed to serving the needs of athletes across various disciplines.

XConnect Global Networks

Series B in 2009
XConnect Global Networks is a leading provider of next-generation interconnection services that facilitate the adoption of IP-based multimedia communications. The company leverages its advanced ENUM registry and IPX hub technology to help customers optimize their network and technology investments, enabling the delivery of IP voice, video, and unified communications across various networks and platforms. Headquartered in London, with additional offices in the USA, EMEA, and Asia, XConnect serves a diverse customer base that includes major carriers, service providers, and video conferencing providers across more than 70 countries. Their federation-based peering services offer real-time access to comprehensive and secure phone number data, empowering mobile communications and ensuring efficient connectivity for IP-enabled carriers and service providers.

Metaversum

Venture Round in 2009
Metaversum is the developer of Twinity, a 3D online world that aims to create a seamless connection between the real and virtual environments. Twinity features realistic replicas of major cities, including Berlin, with plans to expand to Singapore and London. Users can craft personal avatars, explore these virtual cities, engage in social interactions, and participate in various activities, from creative projects to casual entertainment. For businesses, Twinity presents innovative opportunities to connect with audiences through virtual shops, branded presences, in-world advertising, and sponsored events. Founded in July 2006 and supported by prominent venture capital firms, Metaversum operates offices in Berlin, Kiev, and Singapore, and is currently in public Beta.

Quantenna Communications

Series C in 2009
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Nanosolar

Series D in 2008
Nanosolar, Inc. is a manufacturer of solar electricity cells and panels, focusing on cost-efficient solar energy solutions. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional manufacturing facilities in Berlin, Germany, the company produces products such as the Utility Panel, designed for utility-scale power plants, and SolarPly, a lightweight solar-electric cell foil that can be customized to various sizes. Nanosolar employs a proprietary printing technique for CIGS (Copper, Indium, Gallium, Selenium) solar cells, utilizing nanoparticle inks and an annealing process. This innovative approach reduces reliance on expensive high vacuum deposition equipment, allowing the company to leverage industrial printing and roll-to-roll manufacturing technologies to produce solar-electric foil efficiently and at high speeds.

Adconion Media Group

Series C in 2008
Adconion Media Group is a technology company that operates a comprehensive digital distribution platform designed for content owners, app developers, and device manufacturers. The platform facilitates the monetization of global audiences across multiple devices by leveraging proprietary data profiles and models developed from extensive consumer insights. Adconion's system processes over 50 billion events monthly, enabling it to create detailed audience profiles for targeted advertising. The company also provides performance solutions through its subsidiary Adconion Direct, which offers services in display, email, and social media advertising. Additionally, Adconion owns smartclip, a video and brand advertising platform that specializes in multi-screen delivery. Founded by Fred Krueger and Tyler Moebius, Adconion Media Group emphasizes innovative advertising solutions and audience targeting capabilities, including behavioral and demographic targeting, to enhance the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

United Mobile

Venture Round in 2008
United Mobile allows travelers to use their cell phones and make calls at low prices (without roaming fees) while traveling abroad. The company operates a global cell network and sells United Mobile SIM cards that enable a user's cell phone to make calls on United Mobile's network. As a low-cost calling option for international travelers, United Mobile offers an alternative to [Skype](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/skype).

Statista

Series A in 2008
Statista is an online statistics company that specializes in providing quantitative data, market research, and analytical insights to a diverse clientele, including business clients and academic institutions. With a team of over 80 professionals, Statista offers an intuitive platform that allows users to access a wide range of statistics and related information across various sectors, such as media, finance, and politics. Their services are utilized by consulting firms, media agencies, and corporate strategy departments, enabling these clients to gain direct access to relevant data for informed decision-making. Statista collaborates with leading research organizations and institutions to ensure the accuracy and relevance of its data. Their strategic partnerships with organizations like the Interactive Advertising Bureau and the American Association of Advertising Agencies further enhance their offerings.

Mister Spex

Series A in 2008
Mister Spex GmbH is an online eyewear retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a wide variety of glasses and contact lenses. Founded in 2007, the company offers over 5,000 products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and sports eyewear, sourced from more than 60 brands, such as Adidas, Gucci, and Prada. In addition to its extensive online presence, Mister Spex operates retail stores across Germany, providing customers with access to eye examinations and additional services related to eyewear. The company also has a significant international presence, with websites serving customers in France, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Great Britain. The majority of its revenue is generated from the German market, reflecting its strong regional focus within the European eyewear sector.

Quantenna Communications

Series B in 2007
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

XConnect Global Networks

Series A in 2007
XConnect Global Networks is a leading provider of next-generation interconnection services that facilitate the adoption of IP-based multimedia communications. The company leverages its advanced ENUM registry and IPX hub technology to help customers optimize their network and technology investments, enabling the delivery of IP voice, video, and unified communications across various networks and platforms. Headquartered in London, with additional offices in the USA, EMEA, and Asia, XConnect serves a diverse customer base that includes major carriers, service providers, and video conferencing providers across more than 70 countries. Their federation-based peering services offer real-time access to comprehensive and secure phone number data, empowering mobile communications and ensuring efficient connectivity for IP-enabled carriers and service providers.

4-Antibody

Series A in 2007
4-Antibody AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, specializing in the development of antibody therapeutics with a focus on immuno-oncology. Founded in 2002, the company utilizes its proprietary Retrocyte Display technology platform to generate therapeutic antibody drug candidates from human antibody libraries expressed in mammalian B-lineage lymphocytes. In addition to providing its technology to pharmaceutical partners, 4-Antibody AG is actively developing a pipeline of preclinical checkpoint antibody programs targeting various immune checkpoints, including GITR, OX40, CTLA-4, PD-1, TIM-3, and LAG-3.

Nanosolar

Series C in 2006
Nanosolar, Inc. is a manufacturer of solar electricity cells and panels, focusing on cost-efficient solar energy solutions. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional manufacturing facilities in Berlin, Germany, the company produces products such as the Utility Panel, designed for utility-scale power plants, and SolarPly, a lightweight solar-electric cell foil that can be customized to various sizes. Nanosolar employs a proprietary printing technique for CIGS (Copper, Indium, Gallium, Selenium) solar cells, utilizing nanoparticle inks and an annealing process. This innovative approach reduces reliance on expensive high vacuum deposition equipment, allowing the company to leverage industrial printing and roll-to-roll manufacturing technologies to produce solar-electric foil efficiently and at high speeds.

VoiceTrust

Series B in 2006
VoiceTrust AG, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in voice authentication solutions tailored for large and medium-sized enterprises. The company develops proprietary voice biometric authentication software aimed at preventing identity theft and securing access to various business and consumer applications. VoiceTrust's platform creates individual voice profiles to verify user identity across desktop systems, mobile devices, and online banking services. Its technology is trusted by numerous prominent organizations, including banks, insurance firms, call centers, hospitals, automotive companies, and telecom providers, enabling secure authentication for users, clients, and employees globally.

4-Antibody

Seed Round in 2004
4-Antibody AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, specializing in the development of antibody therapeutics with a focus on immuno-oncology. Founded in 2002, the company utilizes its proprietary Retrocyte Display technology platform to generate therapeutic antibody drug candidates from human antibody libraries expressed in mammalian B-lineage lymphocytes. In addition to providing its technology to pharmaceutical partners, 4-Antibody AG is actively developing a pipeline of preclinical checkpoint antibody programs targeting various immune checkpoints, including GITR, OX40, CTLA-4, PD-1, TIM-3, and LAG-3.

immatics biotechnologies

Series A in 2004
immatics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery of true targets for cancer immunotherapies with the development of the right T cell receptors. The company's customized Adoptive Cell Therapies (ACTengine) and antibody-like TCR Bispecifics are the two main product classes in the pipeline (TCER). With a focus on particularly difficult-to-treat solid malignancies, each therapy modality has unique characteristics to create the desired therapeutic impact for patients at various disease stages and with various types of tumors. immatics biotechnologies was established in 2000 by Hans Rammensee, Harpreet Singh, and Steffen Walter in Tübingen, Baden-Wurttemberg.

Conergy

Series A in 2002
Conergy is a solar energy company that has made significant contributions to the renewable energy sector over the past decade. The company has deployed over 1 gigawatt of renewable energy globally, with 400 megawatts specifically within its major projects portfolio. Notably, Conergy has supplied, installed, and developed approximately 10% of the solar energy systems in operation worldwide, highlighting its substantial impact on the industry.

Conergy

Seed Round in 1999
Conergy is a solar energy company that has made significant contributions to the renewable energy sector over the past decade. The company has deployed over 1 gigawatt of renewable energy globally, with 400 megawatts specifically within its major projects portfolio. Notably, Conergy has supplied, installed, and developed approximately 10% of the solar energy systems in operation worldwide, highlighting its substantial impact on the industry.

itravel Group

itravel allows leisure travelers to configure and book experiences, hotels, and transportation on tablets, the web, and in social media. itravel offers the client tools to select and “build” custom trips based on desired experiences (such as kitesurfing, elephant rides, special spa treatments), specific room configurations, and personal preferences. itravel’s app interfaces allow these selections to happen effortlessly and with appealing content.
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