Maki.vc

Maki.vc is a venture capital firm established in 2018 and located in Helsinki, Finland. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies, spanning from their inception to Series A and beyond. Maki.vc targets a diverse range of sectors, including deep tech, consumer products and services, healthcare technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. While the firm is rooted in the Nordics, it actively seeks opportunities on a global scale, particularly in countries such as Sweden, Norway, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Maki.vc partners with companies that challenge conventional norms, emphasizing strong intellectual property and a deep understanding of customer needs. The firm aligns itself with visionary founders who are committed to innovation and disruption in their respective industries.

Ella Eskelinen

Analyst

Caroline Gattner

Investment Manager

Ilkka Kivimaki

Founding Partner

Pirkka Palomaki

Founding Partner

Paavo Räisänen

Partner

Mona Saurén

Analyst

Past deals in Finland

Enfuce

Venture Round in 2023
Enfuce is a fintech company that specializes in providing a range of financial services, including payment processing and card-issuing solutions. Operating across Europe with offices in Finland, Germany, Latvia, Sweden, and the UK, Enfuce enables traditional banks, neobanks, and fintechs to enhance their payment experiences. The company's cloud-based platform offers features such as open banking, issuing and acquiring services, and strong customer authentication, making it suitable for both established financial institutions and new entrants in the market. Enfuce has secured €62 million in funding and has received notable recognitions, including participation in the Visa Fintech Fast Track program and the Mastercard Lighthouse Development Programme, as well as the 2019 PayTech Award for Best Payments Solution for Payment Systems in the Cloud.

Zevoy

Series A in 2022
Zevoy is a fintech startup based in Espoo, Finland, that specializes in providing comprehensive expense management solutions for businesses. Launched in 2020, Zevoy integrates smart payment cards with efficient expense management software, streamlining the expense reporting process. The company's offering includes business payment cards, a receipt scanning application, and an administration portal, all designed to automate and manage company expenses in real-time. By simplifying financial services, Zevoy enables organizations to save time and money while enhancing employee satisfaction.

Enfuce

Series C in 2021
Enfuce is a fintech company that specializes in providing a range of financial services, including payment processing and card-issuing solutions. Operating across Europe with offices in Finland, Germany, Latvia, Sweden, and the UK, Enfuce enables traditional banks, neobanks, and fintechs to enhance their payment experiences. The company's cloud-based platform offers features such as open banking, issuing and acquiring services, and strong customer authentication, making it suitable for both established financial institutions and new entrants in the market. Enfuce has secured €62 million in funding and has received notable recognitions, including participation in the Visa Fintech Fast Track program and the Mastercard Lighthouse Development Programme, as well as the 2019 PayTech Award for Best Payments Solution for Payment Systems in the Cloud.

OGOship

Seed Round in 2021
OGOship Oy is a third-party logistics provider specializing in services for e-commerce businesses. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, the company offers a comprehensive logistics solution that includes warehousing, shipping, and supply chain management. With a network of warehouses across multiple countries, including Sweden, the Netherlands, and Estonia, OGOship enables online retailers to store products closer to their customers, thereby reducing delivery times. The company also supports businesses by providing an online platform for managing logistics and offers consulting services to streamline operations. By catering to small and medium-sized e-retailers, OGOship makes it possible for these businesses to outsource their logistics needs effectively, ensuring they can compete with larger retailers while benefiting from flexible and efficient services.

Alvar Pet

Seed Round in 2021
Alvar Pet Oy is a Helsinki-based company established in 2019 that specializes in producing dog food tailored to the specific needs of dogs. The company offers a range of products for various dog categories, including adult dogs, puppies, seniors, and dogs with special dietary requirements. Alvar Pet emphasizes sustainability by using environmentally friendly ingredients and minimizing carbon emissions throughout its operations, from supplier selection to logistics and packaging. Additionally, the company provides personalized meal plans and a home delivery service, ensuring convenience for pet owners. Alvar Pet also facilitates the recycling of packaging materials, reinforcing its commitment to environmental responsibility.

Zevoy

Funding Round in 2021
Zevoy is a fintech startup based in Espoo, Finland, that specializes in providing comprehensive expense management solutions for businesses. Launched in 2020, Zevoy integrates smart payment cards with efficient expense management software, streamlining the expense reporting process. The company's offering includes business payment cards, a receipt scanning application, and an administration portal, all designed to automate and manage company expenses in real-time. By simplifying financial services, Zevoy enables organizations to save time and money while enhancing employee satisfaction.

Enfuce

Series B in 2021
Enfuce is a fintech company that specializes in providing a range of financial services, including payment processing and card-issuing solutions. Operating across Europe with offices in Finland, Germany, Latvia, Sweden, and the UK, Enfuce enables traditional banks, neobanks, and fintechs to enhance their payment experiences. The company's cloud-based platform offers features such as open banking, issuing and acquiring services, and strong customer authentication, making it suitable for both established financial institutions and new entrants in the market. Enfuce has secured €62 million in funding and has received notable recognitions, including participation in the Visa Fintech Fast Track program and the Mastercard Lighthouse Development Programme, as well as the 2019 PayTech Award for Best Payments Solution for Payment Systems in the Cloud.

IQM Quantum Computers

Series A in 2020
IQM Quantum Computers, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, specializes in developing and manufacturing hardware systems for quantum computing. The company focuses on scalable hardware solutions utilizing superconducting technology to build quantum processors for universal quantum computers. By concentrating on practical applications, IQM aims to enhance quantum computing capabilities and address challenges faced by various industries and society. As a spin-out from Aalto University and the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, IQM has achieved significant advancements in areas such as thermal management, which are crucial for improving computational speed and information accuracy. The company's innovations position it as a leader in the global pursuit of large-scale quantum computing solutions. IQM also offers access to its hardware for research laboratories and supercomputing centers, helping businesses reduce error rates that currently limit computing performance.

Alvar Pet

Seed Round in 2020
Alvar Pet Oy is a Helsinki-based company established in 2019 that specializes in producing dog food tailored to the specific needs of dogs. The company offers a range of products for various dog categories, including adult dogs, puppies, seniors, and dogs with special dietary requirements. Alvar Pet emphasizes sustainability by using environmentally friendly ingredients and minimizing carbon emissions throughout its operations, from supplier selection to logistics and packaging. Additionally, the company provides personalized meal plans and a home delivery service, ensuring convenience for pet owners. Alvar Pet also facilitates the recycling of packaging materials, reinforcing its commitment to environmental responsibility.

Neuro Event Labs

Series A in 2020
Neuro Event Labs Oy is a Finnish medical technology company founded in 2015 and based in Tampere. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence-powered software that monitors epilepsy patients both at home and in clinical settings. Its primary product collects and analyzes accurate data on epilepsy seizures through the use of video and various sensors, leveraging computer vision, smart analytics, and machine learning. This data is relayed to healthcare providers, allowing them to make informed treatment decisions tailored to individual patients. The solution has been crafted in collaboration with leading hospitals in Finland, enhancing its reliability and effectiveness in managing epilepsy care.

Mainframe Industries

Series A in 2020
Mainframe Industries is a gaming development company founded in 2019, with headquarters in Helsinki, Finland, and a presence in Reykjavik, Iceland. The company specializes in creating an open-world, social sandbox MMO designed for cloud gaming. With a team that combines expertise in AAA, MMO, and mobile game development, Mainframe Industries aims to deliver a unique gaming experience that supports cross-platform play across mobile devices, PCs, and televisions. The company emphasizes the potential of friction-free access through social networks and streaming platforms to enhance the creativity and engagement of game developers and players alike.

Enfuce

Venture Round in 2019
Enfuce is a fintech company that specializes in providing a range of financial services, including payment processing and card-issuing solutions. Operating across Europe with offices in Finland, Germany, Latvia, Sweden, and the UK, Enfuce enables traditional banks, neobanks, and fintechs to enhance their payment experiences. The company's cloud-based platform offers features such as open banking, issuing and acquiring services, and strong customer authentication, making it suitable for both established financial institutions and new entrants in the market. Enfuce has secured €62 million in funding and has received notable recognitions, including participation in the Visa Fintech Fast Track program and the Mastercard Lighthouse Development Programme, as well as the 2019 PayTech Award for Best Payments Solution for Payment Systems in the Cloud.

Mainframe Industries

Seed Round in 2019
Mainframe Industries is a gaming development company founded in 2019, with headquarters in Helsinki, Finland, and a presence in Reykjavik, Iceland. The company specializes in creating an open-world, social sandbox MMO designed for cloud gaming. With a team that combines expertise in AAA, MMO, and mobile game development, Mainframe Industries aims to deliver a unique gaming experience that supports cross-platform play across mobile devices, PCs, and televisions. The company emphasizes the potential of friction-free access through social networks and streaming platforms to enhance the creativity and engagement of game developers and players alike.

Revonte

Seed Round in 2019
Revonte Ltd. is a Finnish company specializing in the manufacture of drive systems for electronic bicycles. Founded in 2016 and based in Tampere, Revonte's innovative systems feature automatic transmissions, ergonomics, flexible controllers, and high-capacity batteries, all of which can be customized via a mobile application by retailers. The company aims to revolutionize e-bike technology, providing manufacturers with enhanced flexibility and improved after-sale services. Its products support remote diagnostics and over-the-air updates, positioning them firmly in the Internet of Things (IoT) era. By offering advanced mobility solutions, Revonte enables clients to deliver superior e-bikes across various categories.

IQM Quantum Computers

Seed Round in 2019
IQM Quantum Computers, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, specializes in developing and manufacturing hardware systems for quantum computing. The company focuses on scalable hardware solutions utilizing superconducting technology to build quantum processors for universal quantum computers. By concentrating on practical applications, IQM aims to enhance quantum computing capabilities and address challenges faced by various industries and society. As a spin-out from Aalto University and the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, IQM has achieved significant advancements in areas such as thermal management, which are crucial for improving computational speed and information accuracy. The company's innovations position it as a leader in the global pursuit of large-scale quantum computing solutions. IQM also offers access to its hardware for research laboratories and supercomputing centers, helping businesses reduce error rates that currently limit computing performance.

Neuro Event Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Neuro Event Labs Oy is a Finnish medical technology company founded in 2015 and based in Tampere. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence-powered software that monitors epilepsy patients both at home and in clinical settings. Its primary product collects and analyzes accurate data on epilepsy seizures through the use of video and various sensors, leveraging computer vision, smart analytics, and machine learning. This data is relayed to healthcare providers, allowing them to make informed treatment decisions tailored to individual patients. The solution has been crafted in collaboration with leading hospitals in Finland, enhancing its reliability and effectiveness in managing epilepsy care.
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