Lean FUND

Lean FUND, established in 2014, is a Belgian venture capital firm specializing in seed and early-stage investments. It focuses on the internet industry, typically investing between €0.025 million and €0.1 million in startups with an enterprise value below €0.5 million. Based in Mont Saint Guibert, the firm excludes pharmaceuticals, biotech, healthcare, spinoffs, and hardware development from its investment scope. In addition to capital, Lean FUND offers coaching and support through its integrated Lean REACTOR program.

Jean Dessain

Fund Manager

Alain Kirchenstein

Fund Manager

Benoit Lips

Fund Manager

Toon Vanagt

Fund Manager

12 past transactions

Sortlist

Series B in 2021
Sortlist is a company that develops an online multi-criteria searching tool designed to assist businesses in finding suitable marketing and communication agencies. By leveraging professional networks and peer-to-peer recommendations, Sortlist enables marketing managers to efficiently discover potential partners in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The platform caters to businesses of all sizes and sectors, streamlining the process of identifying service providers that align with specific needs and criteria. This solution allows clients to focus on enhancing their communication and marketing efforts rather than spending excessive time searching for the right agency.

Sortlist

Seed Round in 2015
Sortlist is a company that develops an online multi-criteria searching tool designed to assist businesses in finding suitable marketing and communication agencies. By leveraging professional networks and peer-to-peer recommendations, Sortlist enables marketing managers to efficiently discover potential partners in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The platform caters to businesses of all sizes and sectors, streamlining the process of identifying service providers that align with specific needs and criteria. This solution allows clients to focus on enhancing their communication and marketing efforts rather than spending excessive time searching for the right agency.

Aldento

Seed Round in 2015
Aldento is a manufacturer of hand-made pasta made from edible insect flour with the goal of improving both nutritional value and environmental value. The food items produced by the company are prepared with insect flour, integrated grains, and nuts. They provide consumers with a fine dining option that is quick and simple to make, easy to incorporate into daily life, and environmentally friendly, allowing them to switch up their regular meals and use them in place of meat and fish.

Koalect

Seed Round in 2014
Koalect is a Belgian-based company operating an online crowdfunding platform. It enables users to create and manage fundraising projects for various causes such as non-profits, schools, sports clubs, and individuals. The platform offers multiple fundraising methods like product sales, donations, sponsored events, all centralized in one place to help organizations better engage with their communities and solve fundraising challenges.

Krak

Seed Round in 2014
Krak is a skateboarding studio focused on enhancing the experience of skateboarders through innovative products and services. The company has developed a mobile social network specifically for skateboard enthusiasts, a monthly subscription box filled with skateboarding gear, and an online skate magazine. Additionally, Krak is currently working on a fourth product, a hardware device that connects to their app and uses an algorithm to identify and recognize skateboarding tricks. By promoting connections among participants in skateboarding and related sports, Krak aims to provide valuable resources and tools that cater to the needs of the skateboarding community.

Cheqroom

Seed Round in 2014
Cheqroom is an equipment management platform that simplifies the tracking, analysis, and organization of various assets for organizations. The company offers a user-friendly software solution that enables clients to register, manage, and schedule valuable equipment, including computers, construction tools, hospital machinery, and rental bicycles. By utilizing smart tags and mobile applications, Cheqroom streamlines the equipment management process, allowing teams to efficiently allocate resources and focus on their core objectives. This approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also supports organizations in meeting their goals effectively.

Djump

Seed Round in 2014
Djump SA is a company based in Chaumont-Gistoux, Belgium, founded in 2013. It operates an online and mobile platform that facilitates peer-to-peer ridesharing and carpooling. The company provides a mobile application that connects users seeking shared rides, known as "Djumpers," with those willing to offer rides, referred to as "Drivers." This platform aims to create a community-driven approach to transportation, enabling users to share rides conveniently and efficiently. As of July 2015, Djump SA functions as a subsidiary of Transcovo SAS.

Take Eat Easy

Seed Round in 2014
Take Eat Easy is a food delivery service focused on connecting customers with quality restaurants in major cities worldwide. The company aims to revolutionize the food delivery experience by ensuring that customers can receive their meals in under one hour. Through its platform, Take Eat Easy collaborates with highly rated restaurants and a network of local couriers, facilitating a seamless ordering process. By prioritizing quality and efficiency, the company seeks to become the preferred delivery partner for restaurants and customers alike.

Do Eat

Seed Round in 2014
Do Eat is a company that specializes in creating innovative edible containers for food and beverages. Their products, made from natural ingredients such as potatoes and cereals, are designed to be both healthy and environmentally friendly. By eliminating the need for traditional disposable plastic packaging, Do Eat's offerings not only enhance the dining experience but also contribute to waste management efforts. The containers are biodegradable, reducing waste and minimizing the need for cleaning. With a focus on quality and user-friendliness, Do Eat aims to surprise customers with their unique, sustainable approach to food consumption.

Sharebox

Seed Round in 2013
Sharebox is a business that helps companies foster internal connections and boost employee engagement. It does this by creating a platform where employees can share and discover each other's interests and hobbies, fostering a sense of community within the workplace. This not only promotes a positive work environment but also increases productivity and reduces absenteeism. The platform is user-friendly, with employees simply describing their passions and inviting others to join in. It has been successfully tested by organizations such as the FPS Social Security and Vlan.
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