HV Capital is a venture capital firm based in Munich and Berlin, established in 2000. Formerly known as HV Holtzbrinck Ventures, the firm is recognized as one of Europe's leading early-stage and growth investors, specializing in internet and technology sectors. With a total fund size of €1.7 billion, HV Capital has invested in approximately 200 companies, including notable names like Zalando, Delivery Hero, FlixMobility, and SumUp. The firm supports startups with capital ranging from €500,000 to €50 million, enabling it to finance companies across all growth phases. HV Capital focuses on various industries, including fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, mobility, and education, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation in diverse sectors.
Flowdesk is a regulated digital asset trading and technology firm based in France, specializing in market making, over-the-counter (OTC) services, and treasury management. Registered as a Digital Asset Service Provider, the company is authorized by the French Financial Markets Authority for various digital asset services, including custody, trading, and the conversion of digital assets to legal tender. Flowdesk develops compliant trading and liquidity infrastructure that blends expertise from traditional financial markets with advanced knowledge of algorithmic trading and cryptocurrency. Its platform offers market-making technologies for both spot and derivatives markets, alongside liquidity solutions for exchanges and digital asset projects. This enables clients to access trading infrastructure tailored for institutional-grade operations.
Delli
Seed Round in 2024
Delli is a food ordering and delivery platform that focuses on making quality food accessible to everyone. The application serves as a marketplace where consumers can purchase a diverse range of products from independent food and drink producers. It allows buyers to enjoy unique food offerings while supporting local makers who wish to share their creations with a broader community. By connecting independent producers with local shops, chefs, restaurants, and consumers, Delli fosters an environment that promotes discovery and appreciation of diverse culinary experiences.
Qualifyze
Series B in 2024
Qualifyze GmbH operates an online B2B matching platform that connects buyers and sellers of raw materials, primarily serving the pharmaceutical and food industries. Founded in 2017 and based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the company provides access to a comprehensive database of audit reports from manufacturers, laboratories, and distributors. Its platform allows users to search for ingredients, review supplier audits for informed decision-making, and explore customized ingredient alternatives based on quality requirements. Additionally, Qualifyze supports pharmaceutical companies by offering insights into supplier compliance through a cloud-based system that captures and analyzes audit data. With a global network of over 200 local auditors and more than 1,000 clients, Qualifyze is recognized for its extensive database of supplier compliance information, helping healthcare partners monitor and optimize their quality and sustainability efforts effectively.
CEEZER
Series A in 2024
CEEZER is a digital platform that facilitates access to high-quality projects within the voluntary carbon market, offering companies a straightforward and secure way to manage their carbon credit portfolios. By leveraging over 3.5 million data points, CEEZER enhances transparency in the carbon market, allowing users to evaluate project quality, risk, and impact. The platform connects businesses directly with project developers, eliminating intermediaries and associated fees, which streamlines transactions. CEEZER serves leading corporations and global enterprises, enabling them to implement effective climate actions and seamlessly offset their unavoidable emissions.
Packmatic
Series A in 2024
Packmatic operates a digital purchasing platform that connects brands with packaging suppliers. The company facilitates the packaging process through services such as packaging requests, onboarding, and kick-off calls with packaging engineers. By streamlining communication and supplier matching, Packmatic enables brands to find the right suppliers effectively. The platform is designed to assist in-house packaging teams in achieving their objectives by replacing traditional communication methods with a more efficient digital solution.
Fleek
Venture Round in 2023
Fleek operates a business-to-business wholesale marketplace focused on second-hand fashion, catering primarily to vintage stores and online resellers. The platform connects these buyers with a global network of suppliers, including used clothing wholesalers, rag-houses, and donation centers. Fleek provides a private buying experience that allows users to browse and inspect products before making a purchase. Buyers can search for items by product category, price, and location, and they have the opportunity to communicate directly with wholesalers to inquire about specific products. This streamlined approach facilitates the efficient sourcing of unique vintage fashion items for retailers and resellers.
Qualifyze
Venture Round in 2023
Qualifyze GmbH operates an online B2B matching platform that connects buyers and sellers of raw materials, primarily serving the pharmaceutical and food industries. Founded in 2017 and based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the company provides access to a comprehensive database of audit reports from manufacturers, laboratories, and distributors. Its platform allows users to search for ingredients, review supplier audits for informed decision-making, and explore customized ingredient alternatives based on quality requirements. Additionally, Qualifyze supports pharmaceutical companies by offering insights into supplier compliance through a cloud-based system that captures and analyzes audit data. With a global network of over 200 local auditors and more than 1,000 clients, Qualifyze is recognized for its extensive database of supplier compliance information, helping healthcare partners monitor and optimize their quality and sustainability efforts effectively.
Timberhub
Seed Round in 2022
Timberhub is a digital marketplace that facilitates international timber trading by connecting buyers and sellers. The platform streamlines the entire sawn timber procurement process, encompassing purchasing, transportation, and financing of raw materials. By digitizing these operations, Timberhub enhances efficiency and provides essential support and services to businesses involved in the timber industry.
Delli
Venture Round in 2022
Delli is a food ordering and delivery platform that focuses on making quality food accessible to everyone. The application serves as a marketplace where consumers can purchase a diverse range of products from independent food and drink producers. It allows buyers to enjoy unique food offerings while supporting local makers who wish to share their creations with a broader community. By connecting independent producers with local shops, chefs, restaurants, and consumers, Delli fosters an environment that promotes discovery and appreciation of diverse culinary experiences.
Exporo
Venture Round in 2022
Exporo AG is a Hamburg-based company that operates an online real estate crowdfunding platform in Germany. Founded in 2014 by Simon Brunke, Björn Maronde, Tim Bütecke, and Julian Oertzen, Exporo connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. The platform offers an accessible and transparent way for individuals to invest in real estate projects that were traditionally available only to institutional investors. By allowing low minimum investments, Exporo enables retail investors to diversify their portfolios while benefiting from attractive interest rates. The company has grown significantly and now employs over 120 people, continuously evolving to meet the needs of both investors and developers in the changing financial landscape.
Warehousing1
Series A in 2022
Warehousing1 is focused on creating a leading warehousing and distribution network in Europe. The company offers an innovative platform that allows businesses to easily find suitable warehousing solutions and manage them digitally. This platform provides flexibility and scalability, accommodating various storage needs, including contract logistics and e-commerce fulfillment. Through a broad network of warehouse locations, clients can expand capacity as needed, particularly during seasonal fluctuations. The platform emphasizes real-time visibility and data transparency, enabling companies to optimize their logistics processes efficiently.
Delli
Seed Round in 2021
Delli is a food ordering and delivery platform that focuses on making quality food accessible to everyone. The application serves as a marketplace where consumers can purchase a diverse range of products from independent food and drink producers. It allows buyers to enjoy unique food offerings while supporting local makers who wish to share their creations with a broader community. By connecting independent producers with local shops, chefs, restaurants, and consumers, Delli fosters an environment that promotes discovery and appreciation of diverse culinary experiences.
CarOnSale
Series B in 2021
CarOnSale is a marketplace designed to facilitate the buying and selling of used cars, aiming to simplify the trading process for its customers. The company operates a digital auction platform that specializes in lease-return and trade-in vehicles. It provides a comprehensive wholesale solution that includes pricing, auction services, logistics, and financial technology products. By acting as an intermediary between car dealerships and traders, CarOnSale manages all aspects of vehicle remarketing, offering detailed descriptions and condition reports to ensure a smooth transaction experience. The company's focus is on delivering personalized and efficient services to enhance the convenience and profitability of used car trading.
Qualifyze
Series A in 2021
Qualifyze GmbH operates an online B2B matching platform that connects buyers and sellers of raw materials, primarily serving the pharmaceutical and food industries. Founded in 2017 and based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the company provides access to a comprehensive database of audit reports from manufacturers, laboratories, and distributors. Its platform allows users to search for ingredients, review supplier audits for informed decision-making, and explore customized ingredient alternatives based on quality requirements. Additionally, Qualifyze supports pharmaceutical companies by offering insights into supplier compliance through a cloud-based system that captures and analyzes audit data. With a global network of over 200 local auditors and more than 1,000 clients, Qualifyze is recognized for its extensive database of supplier compliance information, helping healthcare partners monitor and optimize their quality and sustainability efforts effectively.
Schüttflix
Venture Round in 2021
Schüttflix GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Gütersloh, Germany, operates a digital marketplace and delivery platform for bulk construction supplies, including sand, crushed rock, and gravel. The platform serves as a logistics hub for the construction industry, connecting construction companies with suppliers, waste disposal firms, and freight carriers. By facilitating the ordering, tracking, and management of construction materials through its application, Schüttflix aims to minimize downtime and enhance project efficiency for its users.
Packmatic
Seed Round in 2021
Packmatic operates a digital purchasing platform that connects brands with packaging suppliers. The company facilitates the packaging process through services such as packaging requests, onboarding, and kick-off calls with packaging engineers. By streamlining communication and supplier matching, Packmatic enables brands to find the right suppliers effectively. The platform is designed to assist in-house packaging teams in achieving their objectives by replacing traditional communication methods with a more efficient digital solution.
Jobvalley
Venture Round in 2021
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Exporo
Venture Round in 2021
Exporo AG is a Hamburg-based company that operates an online real estate crowdfunding platform in Germany. Founded in 2014 by Simon Brunke, Björn Maronde, Tim Bütecke, and Julian Oertzen, Exporo connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. The platform offers an accessible and transparent way for individuals to invest in real estate projects that were traditionally available only to institutional investors. By allowing low minimum investments, Exporo enables retail investors to diversify their portfolios while benefiting from attractive interest rates. The company has grown significantly and now employs over 120 people, continuously evolving to meet the needs of both investors and developers in the changing financial landscape.
Atolls
Venture Round in 2020
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Schüttflix
Venture Round in 2020
Schüttflix GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Gütersloh, Germany, operates a digital marketplace and delivery platform for bulk construction supplies, including sand, crushed rock, and gravel. The platform serves as a logistics hub for the construction industry, connecting construction companies with suppliers, waste disposal firms, and freight carriers. By facilitating the ordering, tracking, and management of construction materials through its application, Schüttflix aims to minimize downtime and enhance project efficiency for its users.
Atolls
Series D in 2020
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Mercavus
Seed Round in 2020
Mercavus GmbH operates an online B2B marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, that connects independent retailers with unique brands for wholesale shopping. The platform facilitates the discovery of a wide range of products, including stationery, home decor, pet accessories, kitchenware, beauty products, jewelry, and gourmet items. By leveraging data, Mercavus simplifies the wholesale process, allowing retailers to source products from independent makers across Europe without the challenges of navigating different currencies, languages, or country borders. This innovative approach enables local retailers to enhance their offerings with distinctive products tailored to their customers' preferences.
Warehousing1
Seed Round in 2019
Warehousing1 is focused on creating a leading warehousing and distribution network in Europe. The company offers an innovative platform that allows businesses to easily find suitable warehousing solutions and manage them digitally. This platform provides flexibility and scalability, accommodating various storage needs, including contract logistics and e-commerce fulfillment. Through a broad network of warehouse locations, clients can expand capacity as needed, particularly during seasonal fluctuations. The platform emphasizes real-time visibility and data transparency, enabling companies to optimize their logistics processes efficiently.
Exporo
Series B in 2019
Exporo AG is a Hamburg-based company that operates an online real estate crowdfunding platform in Germany. Founded in 2014 by Simon Brunke, Björn Maronde, Tim Bütecke, and Julian Oertzen, Exporo connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. The platform offers an accessible and transparent way for individuals to invest in real estate projects that were traditionally available only to institutional investors. By allowing low minimum investments, Exporo enables retail investors to diversify their portfolios while benefiting from attractive interest rates. The company has grown significantly and now employs over 120 people, continuously evolving to meet the needs of both investors and developers in the changing financial landscape.
Depop
Series C in 2019
Depop Limited is a mobile marketplace founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, UK, with additional locations in Manchester, New York, Los Angeles, and Australia. The platform allows users to buy, sell, and discover unique fashion items, catering primarily to a younger audience. With over 21 million registered users across 147 countries, Depop has established itself as a prominent player in the fashion marketplace, ranking among the top 25 shopping apps by daily active users in Europe. The application connects users with stylists, designers, artists, and vintage sellers, enabling them to set up their own stores and explore inspiring fashion trends within a vibrant community.
Mercavus
Seed Round in 2019
Mercavus GmbH operates an online B2B marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, that connects independent retailers with unique brands for wholesale shopping. The platform facilitates the discovery of a wide range of products, including stationery, home decor, pet accessories, kitchenware, beauty products, jewelry, and gourmet items. By leveraging data, Mercavus simplifies the wholesale process, allowing retailers to source products from independent makers across Europe without the challenges of navigating different currencies, languages, or country borders. This innovative approach enables local retailers to enhance their offerings with distinctive products tailored to their customers' preferences.
Ndgit
Series A in 2018
NDGIT GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing banking software-as-a-service solutions centered around APIs. The company's core offering, API-Platform, facilitates secure management of internal and external APIs, providing cross-functional tools tailored to the banking and insurance industries. Additionally, NDGIT provides access-to-account APIs for PSD2 compliance, a banking API marketplace, and a multi-aggregator API solution enabling users to access and manage their financial accounts across various banks. The company also develops custom applications for banks, insurers, and fintech firms, fostering digital innovation in the financial sector.
Pamono
Venture Round in 2018
Pamono GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a unique online marketplace and magazine specializing in distinctive design objects. It offers a curated selection of vintage and contemporary furniture, lighting, accessories, and crafts sourced from global galleries, shops, and artisans. Pamono's platform enables customers to discover and purchase unique design pieces, along with original stories and guides about the products and their creators. The company aims to deliver beauty and soul to customers' homes, with new designs and stories added daily. As of 2014, Pamono operates as a subsidiary of itemique GmbH.
Depop
Series B in 2018
Depop Limited is a mobile marketplace founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, UK, with additional locations in Manchester, New York, Los Angeles, and Australia. The platform allows users to buy, sell, and discover unique fashion items, catering primarily to a younger audience. With over 21 million registered users across 147 countries, Depop has established itself as a prominent player in the fashion marketplace, ranking among the top 25 shopping apps by daily active users in Europe. The application connects users with stylists, designers, artists, and vintage sellers, enabling them to set up their own stores and explore inspiring fashion trends within a vibrant community.
Atolls
Series C in 2017
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Carmudi
Series C in 2017
Carmudi GmbH operates an online marketplace that connects buyers, sellers, and car dealers to facilitate the purchase and sale of cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. Founded in 2013, the company serves a diverse range of markets, including countries in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Carmudi features classified advertisements for both new and used vehicles, allowing users to search based on various criteria such as brand, model, location, and price. While headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the platform has a significant presence in regions such as Bangladesh, Nigeria, and Vietnam. The business aims to streamline the vehicle trading process and enhance accessibility for all participants in the automotive market.
Exporo
Series A in 2017
Exporo AG is a Hamburg-based company that operates an online real estate crowdfunding platform in Germany. Founded in 2014 by Simon Brunke, Björn Maronde, Tim Bütecke, and Julian Oertzen, Exporo connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. The platform offers an accessible and transparent way for individuals to invest in real estate projects that were traditionally available only to institutional investors. By allowing low minimum investments, Exporo enables retail investors to diversify their portfolios while benefiting from attractive interest rates. The company has grown significantly and now employs over 120 people, continuously evolving to meet the needs of both investors and developers in the changing financial landscape.
Linio
Private Equity Round in 2016
Linio is an e-commerce company based in Mexico City, founded in 2012, that operates an online marketplace offering a diverse range of products. The company's inventory includes home electronics, technology items, mobile phones, entertainment products, home appliances, fashion, sporting goods, toys, books, and personal care items. Linio serves some of the fastest growing markets in Latin America, with operations in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Venezuela. As a subsidiary of Falabella S.A. since 2018, Linio aims to provide consumers with a wide selection of goods at competitive prices, featuring attractive deals and discounts.
Depop
Series A in 2016
Depop Limited is a mobile marketplace founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, UK, with additional locations in Manchester, New York, Los Angeles, and Australia. The platform allows users to buy, sell, and discover unique fashion items, catering primarily to a younger audience. With over 21 million registered users across 147 countries, Depop has established itself as a prominent player in the fashion marketplace, ranking among the top 25 shopping apps by daily active users in Europe. The application connects users with stylists, designers, artists, and vintage sellers, enabling them to set up their own stores and explore inspiring fashion trends within a vibrant community.
Exporo
Series A in 2016
Exporo AG is a Hamburg-based company that operates an online real estate crowdfunding platform in Germany. Founded in 2014 by Simon Brunke, Björn Maronde, Tim Bütecke, and Julian Oertzen, Exporo connects private investors with real estate developers seeking capital. The platform offers an accessible and transparent way for individuals to invest in real estate projects that were traditionally available only to institutional investors. By allowing low minimum investments, Exporo enables retail investors to diversify their portfolios while benefiting from attractive interest rates. The company has grown significantly and now employs over 120 people, continuously evolving to meet the needs of both investors and developers in the changing financial landscape.
Pamono
Series A in 2016
Pamono GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a unique online marketplace and magazine specializing in distinctive design objects. It offers a curated selection of vintage and contemporary furniture, lighting, accessories, and crafts sourced from global galleries, shops, and artisans. Pamono's platform enables customers to discover and purchase unique design pieces, along with original stories and guides about the products and their creators. The company aims to deliver beauty and soul to customers' homes, with new designs and stories added daily. As of 2014, Pamono operates as a subsidiary of itemique GmbH.
Atolls
Series B in 2015
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Caremondo
Series A in 2015
Caremondo GmbH operates a healthcare marketplace that connects patients with a variety of treatment options and specialized clinics in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and beyond. Based in Munich, the platform allows users to research their diagnoses and compare clinics, facilitating direct contact with healthcare providers at no cost. In addition to providing information on treatments, Caremondo offers a range of services to enhance the patient experience, including assistance with flight bookings, accommodation, transfers, and the translation of medical reports. The company also provides on-site interpreter services and can manage the entire planning and booking process upon request, enabling patients to focus on their health and recovery. As of November 2016, Caremondo operates as a subsidiary of FairMed Online Pte Ltd.
Vaniday
Series A in 2015
Vaniday is an online platform that facilitates the discovery and booking of beauty and wellness services. It aims to connect consumers with professionals offering a range of services, including massages, haircuts, make-up, waxing, and yoga classes. The platform provides tools for beauty and wellness professionals to enhance their customer acquisition and management efforts, including customer relationship management, marketing, and online booking capabilities. By automating appointment notifications through channels like WhatsApp, Vaniday enables merchants to efficiently manage their bookings and improve their brand visibility. The company is focused on expanding its inventory and enhancing the quality of services available to clients, fostering a community centered around beauty and wellness.
Jobvalley
Series C in 2015
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
SoMuchMore
Venture Round in 2015
SoMuchMore is a digital marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, that connects users to a variety of fitness, meditation, and martial arts studios. Founded in 2014 by Alexander Argyros and Johannes Klose, the platform offers access to diverse training programs, including Pilates, dance, nutrition, and personal growth. In addition to fitness classes, SoMuchMore provides guidance on nutrition and psychological health. The platform features a map that helps users locate nearby fitness and health studios, streamlining the process of finding suitable wellness options. As of 2016, SoMuchMore operates as a subsidiary of Urban Sports GmbH.
Carmudi
Series B in 2015
Carmudi GmbH operates an online marketplace that connects buyers, sellers, and car dealers to facilitate the purchase and sale of cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. Founded in 2013, the company serves a diverse range of markets, including countries in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Carmudi features classified advertisements for both new and used vehicles, allowing users to search based on various criteria such as brand, model, location, and price. While headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the platform has a significant presence in regions such as Bangladesh, Nigeria, and Vietnam. The business aims to streamline the vehicle trading process and enhance accessibility for all participants in the automotive market.
Depop
Series A in 2015
Depop Limited is a mobile marketplace founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, UK, with additional locations in Manchester, New York, Los Angeles, and Australia. The platform allows users to buy, sell, and discover unique fashion items, catering primarily to a younger audience. With over 21 million registered users across 147 countries, Depop has established itself as a prominent player in the fashion marketplace, ranking among the top 25 shopping apps by daily active users in Europe. The application connects users with stylists, designers, artists, and vintage sellers, enabling them to set up their own stores and explore inspiring fashion trends within a vibrant community.
Atolls
Series A in 2014
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Quandoo
Series C in 2014
Quandoo is a technology-driven platform that facilitates restaurant reservations, enhancing the dining experience for both diners and restaurants. Operating in 11 countries, including Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, the UK, Hong Kong, Finland, Singapore, Australia, and the Netherlands, the company has seated over 200 million diners in more than 18,000 restaurants. Based in Berlin, Quandoo offers a range of tools for restaurants, including a reservation system, yield management, and cashier integration, which streamline operations and improve customer engagement. With a workforce of over 370 employees from 50 different countries, Quandoo aims to become the leading marketplace for dining experiences globally. As a subsidiary of Recruit Holdings, it collaborates with sister companies to form a prominent entity in restaurant marketing and software solutions.
Jobvalley
Venture Round in 2014
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Quandoo
Series B in 2013
Quandoo is a technology-driven platform that facilitates restaurant reservations, enhancing the dining experience for both diners and restaurants. Operating in 11 countries, including Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, the UK, Hong Kong, Finland, Singapore, Australia, and the Netherlands, the company has seated over 200 million diners in more than 18,000 restaurants. Based in Berlin, Quandoo offers a range of tools for restaurants, including a reservation system, yield management, and cashier integration, which streamline operations and improve customer engagement. With a workforce of over 370 employees from 50 different countries, Quandoo aims to become the leading marketplace for dining experiences globally. As a subsidiary of Recruit Holdings, it collaborates with sister companies to form a prominent entity in restaurant marketing and software solutions.
L’ArcoBaleno
Series A in 2013
L'ArcoBaleno is an online platform dedicated to exploring and collecting exceptional design from around the globe. It features a curated marketplace alongside magazine-style content that showcases a diverse range of design elements, including furniture, lighting, crafts, and decorative arts, as well as architecture, travel, fashion, and technology. The platform collaborates with prominent curators, collectors, and designers to provide fresh insights, stories, and reports, enriching the global design dialogue. By offering access to unique pieces from exclusive galleries and makers, L'ArcoBaleno aims to inspire a deeper appreciation and understanding of design among its audience.
Jobvalley
Series B in 2013
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Lazada
Series D in 2013
Lazada is a leading e-commerce platform operating in Southeast Asia, with a presence in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. It serves as an online shopping and selling destination for over 100,000 local and international sellers, as well as 2,500 brands, connecting them with the region's 560 million consumers. Lazada's marketplace platform is supported by a wide range of tailored marketing, data, and service solutions, ensuring a seamless shopping experience through a vast network of logistics partners and its own first- and last-mile delivery capabilities. It offers multiple payment methods, including cash-on-delivery, extensive customer care, and free returns, enabling a diverse product range from consumer electronics to fashion and sports equipment.
Glamloop
Seed Round in 2013
Glamloop is a recommerce marketplace based in Munich that specializes in preloved fashion and accessories from premium brands and designers. The platform offers a curated selection of high-quality, authentic items at competitive prices. Founded in March 2013 by Alexandra Podeanu and Kiana Mardi, Glamloop collaborates with fashion consultants who assist sellers in selecting items from their wardrobes for sale. This social re-commerce marketplace aims to provide a trusted environment for consumers looking to purchase unique luxury goods while promoting sustainable fashion practices.
Quandoo
Series A in 2013
Quandoo is a technology-driven platform that facilitates restaurant reservations, enhancing the dining experience for both diners and restaurants. Operating in 11 countries, including Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, the UK, Hong Kong, Finland, Singapore, Australia, and the Netherlands, the company has seated over 200 million diners in more than 18,000 restaurants. Based in Berlin, Quandoo offers a range of tools for restaurants, including a reservation system, yield management, and cashier integration, which streamline operations and improve customer engagement. With a workforce of over 370 employees from 50 different countries, Quandoo aims to become the leading marketplace for dining experiences globally. As a subsidiary of Recruit Holdings, it collaborates with sister companies to form a prominent entity in restaurant marketing and software solutions.
Atolls
Seed Round in 2013
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Depop
Seed Round in 2012
Depop Limited is a mobile marketplace founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, UK, with additional locations in Manchester, New York, Los Angeles, and Australia. The platform allows users to buy, sell, and discover unique fashion items, catering primarily to a younger audience. With over 21 million registered users across 147 countries, Depop has established itself as a prominent player in the fashion marketplace, ranking among the top 25 shopping apps by daily active users in Europe. The application connects users with stylists, designers, artists, and vintage sellers, enabling them to set up their own stores and explore inspiring fashion trends within a vibrant community.
Jobvalley
Series B in 2012
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Linio
Series A in 2012
Linio is an e-commerce company based in Mexico City, founded in 2012, that operates an online marketplace offering a diverse range of products. The company's inventory includes home electronics, technology items, mobile phones, entertainment products, home appliances, fashion, sporting goods, toys, books, and personal care items. Linio serves some of the fastest growing markets in Latin America, with operations in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Venezuela. As a subsidiary of Falabella S.A. since 2018, Linio aims to provide consumers with a wide selection of goods at competitive prices, featuring attractive deals and discounts.
carsale24
Series A in 2012
Carsale24 is an innovative online platform that facilitates the sale of cars by allowing individuals to sell their vehicles free of charge through competitive bid rounds with certified used car dealers. The platform specializes in providing a digitalized auction experience, streamlining the car trade-in process. Additionally, Carsale24 offers users assistance in both buying and selling used cars, which includes services for car valuation and advertising. This integrated approach aims to enhance the overall efficiency and transparency of the used car market, benefiting both sellers and dealers alike.
Autoda
Seed Round in 2011
AutoDa is an online platform specializing in the sale of pre-owned vehicles, collaborating with major leasing companies and select dealerships throughout Germany. The service allows customers to easily find and reserve used cars online, facilitating a straightforward and secure purchasing experience. By leveraging the advantages of online shopping, AutoDa simplifies the process of acquiring used vehicles, ensuring that transactions are efficient and cost-effective. The company aims to provide a seamless interface for consumers seeking to purchase used cars, enhancing the overall experience of vehicle ownership.
Jobvalley
Venture Round in 2011
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Yasuu
Seed Round in 2011
Yasuu is an online marketplace that transforms how consumers discover and purchase leisure activities by connecting individuals and small providers of unique experiences. The platform allows small businesses to list a diverse array of offerings, such as professional barista courses, sightseeing tours with artists, and hands-on workshops like crafting wooden furniture. By providing a centralized space for these distinctive activities, Yasuu empowers consumers to choose memorable experiences over routine pastimes. The company's mission is to enrich lives through inspiring and lasting memories, making it easier for people to engage in meaningful leisure pursuits.
Gigalocal
Series A in 2011
Gigalocal is a hyper-local, real-time market-place for local mini services.
Experteer
Series C in 2011
Experteer is an online career and recruitment marketplace based in Munich, Germany, specializing in high-end job opportunities across Europe. It features over 80,000 job listings targeted at senior-level professionals and offers access to a confidential network of more than 8,000 recruiters and 10,000 selected headhunters. The platform is designed to assist experienced executives in navigating their career moves and monitoring their market value, providing tailored insights and resources. With a dedicated team of recruitment professionals, Experteer conducts market research to classify job opportunities and apply salary benchmarks, ensuring quality listings for its users. Additionally, it serves recruitment needs through job advertising and candidate sourcing for headhunters and agencies. Founded in 2005, Experteer has established itself as a trusted resource in the high-end recruitment sector.
carsale24
Seed Round in 2011
Carsale24 is an innovative online platform that facilitates the sale of cars by allowing individuals to sell their vehicles free of charge through competitive bid rounds with certified used car dealers. The platform specializes in providing a digitalized auction experience, streamlining the car trade-in process. Additionally, Carsale24 offers users assistance in both buying and selling used cars, which includes services for car valuation and advertising. This integrated approach aims to enhance the overall efficiency and transparency of the used car market, benefiting both sellers and dealers alike.
Jobvalley
Venture Round in 2010
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Namshi
Seed Round in 2010
Namshi General Trading L.L.C is an online retailer based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializing in men's, women's, and children's apparel, accessories, and footwear. Established in 2011, the company serves customers across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar. Namshi offers a diverse selection of over 550 fashion brands, including well-known international names like Lacoste, Nike, and Emporio Armani, and acts as an exclusive distributor for various brands entering the Middle Eastern market. The platform emphasizes customer convenience, providing free delivery throughout the GCC, a 14-day return policy, and cash-on-delivery payment options to foster lasting relationships with its clientele. Namshi operates as a subsidiary of Emaar Malls PJSC, reflecting its integration within a larger retail ecosystem.
Lamoda
Seed Round in 2010
Lamoda is a leading online retailer in Russia and the CIS, providing over 1,000,000 products from 900 international brands. Established in 2011 by Dominik Picker, Florian Jansen, Burkhard Binder, and Niels Tonsen, the platform specializes in apparel, shoes, accessories, and beauty products. Lamoda enhances the shopping experience with its Lamoda Express service, which supports next-day delivery in more than twenty-five cities across Russia and Kazakhstan. The company prioritizes customer satisfaction by offering free shipping, a try-on service, and a generous 365-day return policy at no additional cost.
Zalando
Series A in 2010
Zalando is a leading European online fashion platform based in Berlin, founded in 2008. It offers a wide assortment of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products, featuring over 7,000 brands and catering to nearly 50 million active customers across 25 markets. The company has established a significant presence in the DACH region, which includes Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, accounting for a substantial portion of its revenue. Zalando aims to provide an exceptional online shopping experience by continuously enhancing its technology, logistics, and marketing strategies. Its logistics network includes 13 fulfillment centers strategically located to efficiently serve local customer needs. As Europe's largest pure-play online fashion retailer, Zalando strives to be the go-to destination for fashion inspiration, innovation, and interaction.
Groupon
Series C in 2010
Groupon, Inc. operates as an online local commerce marketplace that connects consumers with merchants by offering discounts on a wide array of goods and services both in North America and internationally. The company features deals across various categories, including events, health and wellness, food, home goods, automotive services, and travel packages, among others. Groupon enables consumers to access and redeem these offers through its website, mobile applications, emails, and advertising channels. It serves as an intermediary, facilitating transactions between consumers and merchants, earning revenue through commissions on sales and digital coupon redemptions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Chicago, Groupon offers a diverse marketplace aimed at enhancing consumer experiences while assisting local businesses in reaching their target audience.
Experteer
Series B in 2010
Experteer is an online career and recruitment marketplace based in Munich, Germany, specializing in high-end job opportunities across Europe. It features over 80,000 job listings targeted at senior-level professionals and offers access to a confidential network of more than 8,000 recruiters and 10,000 selected headhunters. The platform is designed to assist experienced executives in navigating their career moves and monitoring their market value, providing tailored insights and resources. With a dedicated team of recruitment professionals, Experteer conducts market research to classify job opportunities and apply salary benchmarks, ensuring quality listings for its users. Additionally, it serves recruitment needs through job advertising and candidate sourcing for headhunters and agencies. Founded in 2005, Experteer has established itself as a trusted resource in the high-end recruitment sector.
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.
Jobvalley
Series A in 2009
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Zalando
Seed Round in 2008
Zalando is a leading European online fashion platform based in Berlin, founded in 2008. It offers a wide assortment of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products, featuring over 7,000 brands and catering to nearly 50 million active customers across 25 markets. The company has established a significant presence in the DACH region, which includes Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, accounting for a substantial portion of its revenue. Zalando aims to provide an exceptional online shopping experience by continuously enhancing its technology, logistics, and marketing strategies. Its logistics network includes 13 fulfillment centers strategically located to efficiently serve local customer needs. As Europe's largest pure-play online fashion retailer, Zalando strives to be the go-to destination for fashion inspiration, innovation, and interaction.
MyHammer AG
Venture Round in 2008
MyHammer AG operates an online marketplace and directory that connects homeowners with tradesmen and service providers in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Austria. Founded in 2005 and based in Berlin, the platform allows users to post job requests, enabling tradesmen to submit competitive offers. Homeowners benefit from a free service, while tradesmen incur a small fee for awarded jobs. The platform also features a rating system that helps tradesmen build their profiles based on the quality of their work, facilitating reliable connections between customers and service providers. With approximately 1.5 million users, including around 250,000 tradesmen, MyHammer positions itself as a market leader in Europe. The company employs about 70 staff members, with key leadership including Markus Berger-de Leon as CEO, Gerrit Mueller as COO, and Jan Seidler as CTO.
Jobvalley
Seed Round in 2008
Jobvalley, established in 2008, is a German-based company operating an online job agency for students and qualified work students. It facilitates temporary recruitments and placements through a technology-driven, two-sided marketplace, connecting the student workforce with flexible assignments. The company, headquartered in Cologne, has expanded to multiple locations across Germany, employing over 400 staff. It specializes in temporary staffing, student hiring, and direct placement of graduates and young professionals.
Seatwave
Series C in 2008
Seatwave is a UK-based online ticket marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for live events such as concerts, theatre performances, and sports. Founded in May 2006 by Joe Cohen, a former executive at Match.com and Ticketmaster, Seatwave began its online operations in February 2007. The platform allows sellers to list their tickets for free, with the company receiving a percentage of the sale price only upon the successful sale of a ticket. Buyers can purchase tickets through the Seatwave website, which ensures secure payment and the timely delivery of tickets. The company also launched its iOS SDK in December 2011 to enhance user experience.
AdScale
Series B in 2008
AdScale operates a marketplace for online advertising in Germany, offering a range of services to advertisers and website owners. The company provides traditional display advertising, video advertising, and text ads, ensuring a transparent trading space for digital ad inventory. Its Supply Side Platform enables publishers to optimize yield management through private deals and auctions, enhancing their inventory control. Additionally, AdScale employs various optimization technologies, including programmatic buying and a data management platform, to improve targeting and overall performance. Through these services, AdScale aims to deliver a fair price-performance ratio for its business partners.
AdScale
Series A in 2007
AdScale operates a marketplace for online advertising in Germany, offering a range of services to advertisers and website owners. The company provides traditional display advertising, video advertising, and text ads, ensuring a transparent trading space for digital ad inventory. Its Supply Side Platform enables publishers to optimize yield management through private deals and auctions, enhancing their inventory control. Additionally, AdScale employs various optimization technologies, including programmatic buying and a data management platform, to improve targeting and overall performance. Through these services, AdScale aims to deliver a fair price-performance ratio for its business partners.
Tutoria
Series A in 2007
Tutoria GmbH, established in 2007 and based in Munich, Germany, offers an online platform, tutoria.de, that facilitates individual tutoring services for students of all ages and subjects. The company serves as a marketplace for home tutoring, connecting users with qualified and certified tutors available in various regions across Germany. Tutors are pre-screened to ensure quality, and users can book sessions on demand. Tutoria enhances the learning experience by providing ongoing monitoring through online progress reports after each lesson and offering a personal management interface and supplementary applications. Additionally, a dedicated pedagogic support team is available to assist users via phone or email, ensuring a comprehensive online tutoring experience. Tutoria operates as a subsidiary of Studienkreis GmbH.
Ozon Holdings
Series B in 2007
Ozon Holdings, established in 1998, is a leading Russian e-commerce platform offering a vast array of products across over 20 categories, including electronics, fashion, home goods, and groceries. With a customer base of over 31 million and a seller network of more than 150,000, Ozon serves approximately 50% of the Russian population through its extensive delivery network. The company's ecosystem extends beyond e-commerce, encompassing fintech services, express delivery, and online travel booking. Ozon's cutting-edge technology is developed in-house by a team of nearly 4,000 IT specialists, and the company employs approximately 35,000 people across Russia. In 2020, Ozon raised $1.27 billion in its IPO on the NASDAQ, making it one of the most valuable Russian internet companies.
Imagekind
Series A in 2007
Imagekind is a hybrid art and photo-sharing service that specializes in print-on-demand offerings. It enables artists to create online galleries, set their own pricing, and retain profits from their sales. The platform allows customers to transform personal images or children's artwork into framed masterpieces or museum-quality prints on canvas. With a catalog featuring over 50,000 domestic and international artists, Imagekind provides consumers with a diverse selection of poster art. The company has established partnerships with well-known brands, enhancing its reach and service offerings.
DaWanda
Venture Round in 2007
DaWanda GmbH operates an online marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in unique and handmade items. Founded in December 2006, the platform connects professional artisans, artists, and designers with consumers seeking distinctive products. Its extensive portfolio includes clothing, footwear, accessories, furniture, toys, homeware, and decorative materials. Users can easily navigate the site by filtering searches based on various criteria, including product category, price, and occasion. DaWanda also offers a section for gift ideas tailored to specific recipients and interests, enhancing the shopping experience. In addition to its retail offerings, the platform features DIY tutorials, further engaging its community. DaWanda serves as a vibrant hub for creativity and craftsmanship, promoting both individual sellers and unique products.
Erento
Venture Round in 2007
erento is the largest online rental marketplace in Europe, headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Founded in 2003, the platform connects rental "landlords" with over 20,000 daily visitors seeking to rent a diverse range of items, including sports cars, tools, mobile homes, and various services. Initially an online marketplace for Germany, erento expanded to include locations in the UK, Austria, Switzerland, and Finland, particularly after acquiring the Finnish platform iRent.fi in 2013. The company shifted its business model in 2010 from a commission-based system to a contract-based model, allowing landlords to upload a set number of rental articles each month, which are then marketed through erento's extensive network. Users can find and book items directly, with contact details provided for each landlord. Under the leadership of Eugen B. Russ and Patrick Guenter since 2014, erento emphasizes open communication, teamwork, and innovation in the collaborative consumption space.
Experteer
Seed Round in 2005
Experteer is an online career and recruitment marketplace based in Munich, Germany, specializing in high-end job opportunities across Europe. It features over 80,000 job listings targeted at senior-level professionals and offers access to a confidential network of more than 8,000 recruiters and 10,000 selected headhunters. The platform is designed to assist experienced executives in navigating their career moves and monitoring their market value, providing tailored insights and resources. With a dedicated team of recruitment professionals, Experteer conducts market research to classify job opportunities and apply salary benchmarks, ensuring quality listings for its users. Additionally, it serves recruitment needs through job advertising and candidate sourcing for headhunters and agencies. Founded in 2005, Experteer has established itself as a trusted resource in the high-end recruitment sector.
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