Kibo Ventures Partners

Kibo Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in early-stage investments in digital companies. Founded in 2011, the firm focuses on seed and early-stage startups, primarily targeting pre-Series A and Series A funding rounds. Kibo Ventures invests globally, with a particular emphasis on Europe, the United States, and Latin America, allocating between €2 million and €5 million per investment, typically seeking a minority ownership stake of 10% to 20%. The firm is particularly interested in sectors such as internet and direct marketing retail, online services, systems software, digital technology, telecommunications, and consumer and enterprise software. Kibo Ventures is managed by a team of experienced professionals who actively engage with their portfolio companies, supporting their growth and fostering co-investment opportunities.

Vicente Bouza

Managing Director, Nzyme Fund

Fernando Díaz-Solís

Managing Director, Nzyme

Sonia Fernandez

Partner

Joaquin Rebuelta

Partner

Peña, Aquilino

Co-Founder and Partner

López Santamaría, Juan

Partner

Javier Torremocha

Co-Founder and Partner

Vidal, Jordi

Partner

Past deals in Madrid

Devo

Series F in 2022
Devo is the only cloud-native logging and security analytics platform that releases the full potential of your data to empower bold, confident action. With unrivaled scale to collect all of your data without compromise, speed to give you immediate access and answers, and clarity to focus on the signals that matter most, Devo is your ally in protecting your organization today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Devo is backed by Insight Partners, Georgian, TCV, General Atlantic, Bessemer Venture Partners, Kibo Ventures and Eurazeo. Devo Technology was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Trucksters

Series A in 2022
Trucksters is a Madrid-based freight startup that focuses on offering long-haul transport services using an innovative system of relays. It operates across EU, working for more than 500 shippers.

Circular

Series A in 2022
Circular is designed specifically for in-house recruiters within fast-growing tech companies, it is the go-to recruitment network for finding the talent that trusted peers wish they could hire. With Circular, in-house recruiters can hire up to 10x faster by harnessing a network of 6,000 like-minded peers – all benefiting from the recommendation effect: filling their hard to fill tech roles, by recruiting from, and recommending, peer approved talent, at scale. Circular was established in July, 2018 by Pedro Torrecillas and Teo Ruiz in Madrid, Spain.

CARTO

Series C in 2021
Carto is a platform that turns spatial data into an efficient delivery route, better behavioral marketing, and strategic store placements. From smartphones to connected cars, location data is changing the way we live and the way business happens. CARTO is the platform that turns spatial data into more efficient delivery routes, better behavioral marketing, strategic store placements, and much more.Data Scientists, Developers, and Analysts solve spatial problems using CARTO’s data and analysis to understand where and why things happen, optimize business processes, and predict future outcomes through the power of Spatial Data Science.Backed by leading VC firms Accel Partners, Salesforce Ventures, Earlybird Ventures, and Kibo Ventures, CARTO is the world’s leading Location Intelligence platform.Founded in 2012 by an environmental scientist and visualization experts, CARTO is headquartered in New York City with offices in Madrid, Seville and Washington DC. CARTO has a team of 130 employees, a portfolio of 2,500 customers including Mastercard, Vodafone, Bain & Company and Coca-Cola, and more than 350,000 users around the globe - and has regularly been recognized by G2, Gartner and Forrester for its innovation in the Location Intelligence space.

Devo

Series E in 2021
Devo is the only cloud-native logging and security analytics platform that releases the full potential of your data to empower bold, confident action. With unrivaled scale to collect all of your data without compromise, speed to give you immediate access and answers, and clarity to focus on the signals that matter most, Devo is your ally in protecting your organization today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Devo is backed by Insight Partners, Georgian, TCV, General Atlantic, Bessemer Venture Partners, Kibo Ventures and Eurazeo. Devo Technology was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Green Eagle Solutions

Series A in 2021
Green Eagle Solutions provides SCADA Solutions for wind farms and solar plants. They believe the SCADA is the most important part of any renewable energy facility. Without SCADAs to manage the energy that is produced and distributed, the world would not work as it does today. They wanted to prove that a very complex industry could benefit from incorporating modern and digital tools to improve efficiency and simplify the management processes.

Odilo

Venture Round in 2020
Odilo is a digital content management platform based in Cartagena, Spain, with additional offices in Madrid, Miami, Mexico City, and New York. The company specializes in providing software solutions that enable libraries, schools, universities, and other institutions to offer a wide range of digital content while ensuring compliance with copyright regulations. Odilo's comprehensive product suite facilitates the discovery, management, and distribution of both digital and print materials. By removing technology barriers, the platform empowers institutions to democratize access to education and enhance user experiences. The company focuses on developing innovative and user-friendly solutions that meet the evolving needs of public, private, and special interest libraries, positioning them for future success.

Bipi

Series A in 2019
Bipi is a car subscription startup based in Madrid, Spain, co-founded by Hans Christ and Alejandro Vigaray in 2017. The company offers a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership through fully-inclusive monthly subscriptions for both new and used cars. Customers can access a hassle-free digital platform that allows them to book, subscribe to, swap, or cancel their car subscriptions at any time. This model aims to provide a seamless and convenient experience, enabling users to access vehicles without the long-term commitment of purchasing a car.

Trucksters

Seed Round in 2019
Trucksters is a Madrid-based freight startup that focuses on offering long-haul transport services using an innovative system of relays. It operates across EU, working for more than 500 shippers.

Clarity AI

Seed Round in 2019
Clarity AI, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in delivering insights on environmental and social impacts to investors and organizations through a sustainability platform. Utilizing machine learning and big data, Clarity AI's software allows for systematic measurement and optimization of the social impact of investment portfolios. The platform analyzes a vast array of data, including information on over 30,000 companies, 135,000 funds, 198 countries, and 187 local governments, thereby providing comprehensive analytics for investment, corporate research, and regulatory reporting. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Albany, New York, with additional offices in Madrid and London, Clarity AI serves a diverse client base that manages trillions in assets, equipping decision-makers with the necessary tools to understand and enhance their social and environmental impacts.

Gamelearn

Series A in 2018
Gamelearn is the world-leading game-based learning platform for corporate training. With nearly 15 years of experience, it has trained more than 300,000 professionals from more than 3,000 companies and organizations all over the 5 continents. Gamelearn is disrupting corporate training aiming to transform the way adults learn forever. Gamelearn has become the most awarded game-based learning company in the world. - B2B - SaaS - Sales through salesforce (inside sales) and distributors. Company motto: "Learning is fun again".

Devo

Series C in 2018
Devo is the only cloud-native logging and security analytics platform that releases the full potential of your data to empower bold, confident action. With unrivaled scale to collect all of your data without compromise, speed to give you immediate access and answers, and clarity to focus on the signals that matter most, Devo is your ally in protecting your organization today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Devo is backed by Insight Partners, Georgian, TCV, General Atlantic, Bessemer Venture Partners, Kibo Ventures and Eurazeo. Devo Technology was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Billin

Series A in 2018
Billin is a free tool which will help you save time and minimize errors in the creation, exchange and management of your invoices. Connecting clients and suppliers on the cloud.

Devo

Series B in 2017
Devo is the only cloud-native logging and security analytics platform that releases the full potential of your data to empower bold, confident action. With unrivaled scale to collect all of your data without compromise, speed to give you immediate access and answers, and clarity to focus on the signals that matter most, Devo is your ally in protecting your organization today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Devo is backed by Insight Partners, Georgian, TCV, General Atlantic, Bessemer Venture Partners, Kibo Ventures and Eurazeo. Devo Technology was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Billin

Series A in 2017
Billin is a free tool which will help you save time and minimize errors in the creation, exchange and management of your invoices. Connecting clients and suppliers on the cloud.

Bipi

Seed Round in 2017
Bipi is a car subscription startup based in Madrid, Spain, co-founded by Hans Christ and Alejandro Vigaray in 2017. The company offers a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership through fully-inclusive monthly subscriptions for both new and used cars. Customers can access a hassle-free digital platform that allows them to book, subscribe to, swap, or cancel their car subscriptions at any time. This model aims to provide a seamless and convenient experience, enabling users to access vehicles without the long-term commitment of purchasing a car.

Odilo

Series B in 2017
Odilo is a digital content management platform based in Cartagena, Spain, with additional offices in Madrid, Miami, Mexico City, and New York. The company specializes in providing software solutions that enable libraries, schools, universities, and other institutions to offer a wide range of digital content while ensuring compliance with copyright regulations. Odilo's comprehensive product suite facilitates the discovery, management, and distribution of both digital and print materials. By removing technology barriers, the platform empowers institutions to democratize access to education and enhance user experiences. The company focuses on developing innovative and user-friendly solutions that meet the evolving needs of public, private, and special interest libraries, positioning them for future success.

Gamelearn

Venture Round in 2017
Gamelearn is the world-leading game-based learning platform for corporate training. With nearly 15 years of experience, it has trained more than 300,000 professionals from more than 3,000 companies and organizations all over the 5 continents. Gamelearn is disrupting corporate training aiming to transform the way adults learn forever. Gamelearn has become the most awarded game-based learning company in the world. - B2B - SaaS - Sales through salesforce (inside sales) and distributors. Company motto: "Learning is fun again".

Clarity AI

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Clarity AI, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in delivering insights on environmental and social impacts to investors and organizations through a sustainability platform. Utilizing machine learning and big data, Clarity AI's software allows for systematic measurement and optimization of the social impact of investment portfolios. The platform analyzes a vast array of data, including information on over 30,000 companies, 135,000 funds, 198 countries, and 187 local governments, thereby providing comprehensive analytics for investment, corporate research, and regulatory reporting. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Albany, New York, with additional offices in Madrid and London, Clarity AI serves a diverse client base that manages trillions in assets, equipping decision-makers with the necessary tools to understand and enhance their social and environmental impacts.

Devo

Series A in 2017
Devo is the only cloud-native logging and security analytics platform that releases the full potential of your data to empower bold, confident action. With unrivaled scale to collect all of your data without compromise, speed to give you immediate access and answers, and clarity to focus on the signals that matter most, Devo is your ally in protecting your organization today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Devo is backed by Insight Partners, Georgian, TCV, General Atlantic, Bessemer Venture Partners, Kibo Ventures and Eurazeo. Devo Technology was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Mediasmart

Venture Round in 2015
mediasmart Mobile is the first Spanish company focusing on the real time optimization of mobile advertising (both on smartphones and tablets) using its proprietary technology platform. mediasmart Mobile was one of the first movers into the mobile programmatic ecosystem, having launched in Jan 2012. It gives access to global mobile inventory - both in mobile apps and web - from more than twenty seven ad exchanges/SSPs, and it has successfully proven throughout the years that its algorithms can effectively manage big data to deliver results. A proven and scalable technology, currently handling more than 800,000 ad requests per second, mediasmart can be used directly by clients on a self-serve basis or via APIs, and it handles both RTB and programmatic direct buys. Mediasmart has offices in Madrid, London and Paris.

CARTO

Series B in 2015
Carto is a platform that turns spatial data into an efficient delivery route, better behavioral marketing, and strategic store placements. From smartphones to connected cars, location data is changing the way we live and the way business happens. CARTO is the platform that turns spatial data into more efficient delivery routes, better behavioral marketing, strategic store placements, and much more.Data Scientists, Developers, and Analysts solve spatial problems using CARTO’s data and analysis to understand where and why things happen, optimize business processes, and predict future outcomes through the power of Spatial Data Science.Backed by leading VC firms Accel Partners, Salesforce Ventures, Earlybird Ventures, and Kibo Ventures, CARTO is the world’s leading Location Intelligence platform.Founded in 2012 by an environmental scientist and visualization experts, CARTO is headquartered in New York City with offices in Madrid, Seville and Washington DC. CARTO has a team of 130 employees, a portfolio of 2,500 customers including Mastercard, Vodafone, Bain & Company and Coca-Cola, and more than 350,000 users around the globe - and has regularly been recognized by G2, Gartner and Forrester for its innovation in the Location Intelligence space.

Minube

Series A in 2015
Minube enables travellers to read reviews posted by others about various destinations, compare prices between hotels and flights, and share their own experiences on the site. Users can create travel blogs and post details about their favorite spots. The Minube app is available for iOS and Android devices. The website contains details of over 180 countries and over 15,000 cities and price comparisons between more than 45 websites. Users can filter their destination search based on various categories such as gastronomy, weekend, adventure, culture, city, type of travellers, and more. Minube was launched in 2007 and is operated from Madrid, Spain.

CARTO

Series A in 2014
Carto is a platform that turns spatial data into an efficient delivery route, better behavioral marketing, and strategic store placements. From smartphones to connected cars, location data is changing the way we live and the way business happens. CARTO is the platform that turns spatial data into more efficient delivery routes, better behavioral marketing, strategic store placements, and much more.Data Scientists, Developers, and Analysts solve spatial problems using CARTO’s data and analysis to understand where and why things happen, optimize business processes, and predict future outcomes through the power of Spatial Data Science.Backed by leading VC firms Accel Partners, Salesforce Ventures, Earlybird Ventures, and Kibo Ventures, CARTO is the world’s leading Location Intelligence platform.Founded in 2012 by an environmental scientist and visualization experts, CARTO is headquartered in New York City with offices in Madrid, Seville and Washington DC. CARTO has a team of 130 employees, a portfolio of 2,500 customers including Mastercard, Vodafone, Bain & Company and Coca-Cola, and more than 350,000 users around the globe - and has regularly been recognized by G2, Gartner and Forrester for its innovation in the Location Intelligence space.

Trip4real

Seed Round in 2014
Experience Europe like a local Trip4real allows you to tour places with people who actually live and breathe the city you're visiting. Trip4real is a trusted community platform that connects locals with travelers from all over the world. Its simple design enables local city-dwellers to offer tours & activities in whatever they are interested in with the click of a button. The platform allows travelers to experience a city like a local through unique custom tours and things to do lead by local residents. Whether it’s a street artist showing you around London, a professional chef cooking with you in Madrid or even going for drinks with a group of locals in Lisbon, trip4real gives people the unique opportunity to experience a city with its locals. Join our community of more than 20.000 users and start traveling differently. Start living local experiences with trip4real.

eShop Ventures

Series A in 2014
eShop Ventures is a 100% Spanish group of online stores founded by Alfonso Merry del Val and Rafael Garrido consisting of theme sites: MIMUB.com, MAMUKY.com, NONABOX.es, ELARMARIODELATELE.com , TODOVINO.com, EXPIRIT.es, ENOLOBOX.com and CHICPLACE.com. To provide women and their environment, children, spouses, family members and friends, products following the latest trends and with the utmost quality. In 2012 they launched their first online store, MIMUB.com, focused on the sale of housewares and decoration products. Two months later they opened EXPIRIT.es (Gourmet) and in December, MAMUKY.com (Children’s fashion). At the end of 2013 they launched MOLET.com and MATBY.com and between 2014/2015 they added Boutique Secret, Elarmariodelatele.com, Nonabox, Todovino.com and recently in 2016 Chicplace.com to their brand portfolio.

Minube

Seed Round in 2013
Minube enables travellers to read reviews posted by others about various destinations, compare prices between hotels and flights, and share their own experiences on the site. Users can create travel blogs and post details about their favorite spots. The Minube app is available for iOS and Android devices. The website contains details of over 180 countries and over 15,000 cities and price comparisons between more than 45 websites. Users can filter their destination search based on various categories such as gastronomy, weekend, adventure, culture, city, type of travellers, and more. Minube was launched in 2007 and is operated from Madrid, Spain.

Mediasmart

Angel Round in 2013
mediasmart Mobile is the first Spanish company focusing on the real time optimization of mobile advertising (both on smartphones and tablets) using its proprietary technology platform. mediasmart Mobile was one of the first movers into the mobile programmatic ecosystem, having launched in Jan 2012. It gives access to global mobile inventory - both in mobile apps and web - from more than twenty seven ad exchanges/SSPs, and it has successfully proven throughout the years that its algorithms can effectively manage big data to deliver results. A proven and scalable technology, currently handling more than 800,000 ad requests per second, mediasmart can be used directly by clients on a self-serve basis or via APIs, and it handles both RTB and programmatic direct buys. Mediasmart has offices in Madrid, London and Paris.

Mimub

Seed Round in 2013
Mimub is a private online sales club for decorations, mainly furniture and accessories. Mimub offers products selected following the trends that make the best decorators and interior designers in the world and offers discounts of up to 50%.

Nonabox

Seed Round in 2013
Nonabox offers subscription packages with branded products related to the childcare and maternity industry. It offers a subscription model for mothers and their babies up to 24 months. It also operates an online store that enables customers to directly purchase all the products available in Nonaboxes. Nonabox was launched in by Gustavo Brusilovsky, Ramon Domenech, and Izanami Martinez in December 2011 and is operated from Madrid, Spain.

SmartyContent

Seed Round in 2012
SmartyContent is a company that provides multimedia aggregation and advertising services. The company unifies creation, distribution models, obtaining income and utility models for end users.

SuperTruper

Seed Round in 2012
Supertruper is a leading technology company in Spain developing smartphone applications (Apps) aimed at identifying products. Supertruper provides price comparison shopping based on barcodes. People can create shopping lists and ultimately be able to purchase through the app.

StopandWalk.com

Seed Round in 2012
StopandWalk is a deco and lifestyle e-commerce selling design and original products in Spain, France and Italy. They provide their customers with a unique product selection of design products for their home and their lives based on their specific selection criteria.

Blink Booking

Seed Round in 2012
Blink Booking is an online platform based in Madrid, Spain, founded in 2011, that specializes in last-minute hotel reservations for travelers in Europe. The app presents users with a daily selection of four hotels, making it easier for them to secure accommodations at affordable prices. By offering exclusive deals, Blink Booking aims to simplify the process of finding and booking hotels online, catering specifically to those seeking spontaneous travel options.

Mediasmart

Pre Seed Round in 2012
mediasmart Mobile is the first Spanish company focusing on the real time optimization of mobile advertising (both on smartphones and tablets) using its proprietary technology platform. mediasmart Mobile was one of the first movers into the mobile programmatic ecosystem, having launched in Jan 2012. It gives access to global mobile inventory - both in mobile apps and web - from more than twenty seven ad exchanges/SSPs, and it has successfully proven throughout the years that its algorithms can effectively manage big data to deliver results. A proven and scalable technology, currently handling more than 800,000 ad requests per second, mediasmart can be used directly by clients on a self-serve basis or via APIs, and it handles both RTB and programmatic direct buys. Mediasmart has offices in Madrid, London and Paris.

KDPOF

Venture Round in 2011
KDPOF is a Madrid-based company specializing in high-capacity communication technology using Large Core Plastic Optical Fiber (POF). The company develops advanced systems that include digital integrated circuits designed for robust optical networking, particularly suited for harsh environments and long-reach communications. KDPOF's products are characterized by their inherent galvanic isolation, lightweight design, and cost-effectiveness. These features enable home and small office/home office (SOHO) networks, as well as clients in the automotive and industrial sectors, to achieve optical gigabit connectivity tailored to their specific needs. Through its innovative approach, KDPOF aims to enhance the efficiency and adaptability of POF communication technology, leveraging the latest advancements in digital communications and information theory.
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