eSKY
Private Equity Round in 2022
eSky Group is a Polish-based travel technology company that operates several online travel agency brands, including eSky and eDestinos, and recently acquired Thomas Cook. With a presence in over 50 countries, eSky is a leading player in Central and Eastern Europe and has established itself in South America. The company offers a comprehensive range of travel services, including standalone flights, hotel bookings, city breaks, and holiday packages, along with ancillary products such as travel insurance and car rentals. In 2023, eSky reported an impressive EBITDA of over €18.7 million and served 3.3 million customers, earning recognition as the most valuable Polish travel e-commerce company by Forbes. The acquisition of Thomas Cook is expected to strengthen eSky's position among package tour operators in Western Europe. Additionally, eSky is a long-standing member of the International Air Transport Association.
ANSWEAR.com is a prominent digital sales platform specializing in branded clothing, footwear, and accessories, primarily serving customers in Central and Eastern Europe. The company operates in several countries, including Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Ukraine. ANSWEAR.com offers a wide selection of over 200 fashion brands, and it provides free delivery within 24 hours, enhancing the shopping experience for its customers. The platform is designed to cater to the growing demand for online fashion retail in the region.
IdoSell
Private Equity Round in 2018
IdoSell Shop is a comprehensive Software as a Service (SaaS) platform tailored for professional online shops and wholesale businesses. Based in Szczecin, Poland, the company specializes in providing programming and e-commerce graphic design services. IdoSell offers a range of solutions for online stores, warehouse sites, closed systems, and retail networks, facilitating efficient management of their operations. Through its services, IdoSell aims to enhance the functionality and performance of e-commerce enterprises, ensuring they can effectively meet the demands of the digital marketplace.
Frisco.Pl
Venture Round in 2018
Frisco.pl is an online supermarket based in Poland that specializes in grocery shopping and home delivery services. The platform allows customers to purchase a wide range of fresh food and ingredients, which are delivered to their homes within a one-hour window. Frisco.pl offers a user-friendly online payment system, and customers benefit from free delivery on their orders. By leveraging e-commerce, the company effectively connects consumers with a diverse selection of food products through its online distribution channel.
Allegro
Debt Financing in 2017
Allegro is a company based in Poznan, Poland, that specializes in providing a safe shopping platform accessible via computers, tablets, and smartphones. It operates online auction portals, offering users a variety of products and services. In addition to its core e-commerce activities, Allegro also focuses on solutions related to marketing, strategy, graphic design, advertising, and mobile applications. As a subsidiary of MIH Internet Europe, Allegro has established itself as a prominent player in the online marketplace.
ATM S.A. is a Polish telecommunications company that provides a range of services in Poland and internationally. The company operates through two main segments: Data Center Services and Telecommunications Services. It specializes in colocation and hosting services, offering customers space for hardware and access to servers within its state-of-the-art data centers. Additionally, ATM S.A. provides data security services, including backup environments, and broadband data transmission through its optical data transmission network. The company designs and sets up telecommunications and IT networks and serves a diverse clientele, including telecommunications carriers, financial institutions, and media companies. Founded in 1987 and based in Warsaw, ATM S.A. is recognized as a leader in the colocation market and aims to maintain its status as a key player in the Polish data center and fiber-optic network sectors.
ZdroweGeny.pl
Venture Round in 2015
ZdroweGeny.pl is a platform developed by Platforma Badań Genetycznych, focusing on providing a comprehensive marketplace for genetic tests in Poland. It offers a range of tests supplied by specialized laboratories, covering areas such as fertility, pregnancy development, food intolerance, and risks associated with cardiology, oncology, and age-related diseases. This initiative aims to enhance public awareness and accessibility of DNA testing, allowing individuals to gain insights into their health and potential risks, including those related to cancer and pharmacology. By offering the first extensive genetic testing service of its kind in Poland, ZdroweGeny.pl seeks to empower customers with valuable diagnostic information about their health.
Spark Software
Venture Round in 2015
Spark Software is a Warsaw-based company that develops a digital platform tailored for the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market. The company's online application enhances the grocery shopping experience by allowing users to scan product barcodes, access relevant offers, and manage their shopping lists. This innovative tool enables users to select, pack, and pay for their groceries efficiently, effectively bringing the industry into the mobile age.
4screens
Seed Round in 2015
4Screens is a Polish start-up that provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed for the creation of interactive content. This platform allows media, marketing, and e-commerce companies to develop engaging applications that function across multiple screens, including second screens and social hubs. Users can generate interactive content without the need for coding skills, facilitating real-time interactions with audiences. The company’s tools enable businesses to create, test, and measure the effectiveness of their interactive experiences, thereby enhancing brand promotion and expanding their market reach.
Asgoodasnew
Series C in 2015
Asgoodasnew electronics GmbH is a leading provider of refurbished consumer electronics in Europe. The company operates an online retail platform that offers a wide range of gadgets, including cellphones, music players, portable navigation systems, computers, smart accessories, and gaming devices. Through its trade-in services, such as WIRKAUFENS in Germany and Austria, LOCOMPRAMOS in Spain, and KUPIMYTO in Poland, Asgoodasnew allows customers to easily and securely convert their used electronics into cash. By selling refurbished products both directly to consumers and businesses, Asgoodasnew aims to provide affordable alternatives to new devices while maintaining the quality and reliability that consumers expect.
Spearhead International
Debt Financing in 2015
Spearhead International Ltd. is a producer and supplier of a diverse range of agricultural products, serving food producers, processors, and retailers primarily in Europe. The company's offerings include grains and oilseeds, such as wheat, barley, and maize; various vegetables; seed crops; milk; and livestock. Spearhead operates on approximately 85,000 hectares of agricultural land across Poland, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, Romania, and Slovakia. In addition to primary product production, the company has developed significant upstream and downstream operations, including seed production, vegetable processing, and supply chain management. This vertical integration allows Spearhead to provide value-added ingredients and services, ensuring consistency, quality, food safety, and traceability for its blue-chip customers. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Spearhead International has established itself as a key player in the agricultural sector.
HITbills will save you more money than Uber or Airbnb Today @ TechCrunch London 20 Oct 2014 is the first public demo of HitBills Hitbills is not a typical startup – it focuses on boring topics, such as commodity prices. It is not entertainment or communication; it simply saves the money everyone pays monthly. Hitbills found an easy way to reduce costs – just scan your bills with smartphone, or simply tap “Yes”, geolocalization and automatic data gathering algorithm will find you better deals. HITbills conducts auction for commodity suppliers in your area (electricity, gas, phone, Internet, TV, bank services and loans refinancing) with one-tap switch if you decide. Why money can be saved ? The secret of business is that due to global deregulation, there are plenty of cheaper providers (or cheaper banks), offering exactly the same product with lower margin. We talk about really big money (according to Forbes’s list of Top 1000 companies by revenue, commodity sector is the top – because everybody pays bills – Google ranks at #63, Facebook at #101). Average savings per household are 10-40% (depending on localization) – multiply it by 12, and imagine that you got 1000$ for extra holidays – it is what HITbills does. And there are 500+ millions households qualifying for reducing bills. Why money can be earned ? Moreover, HITbills gets commission for every switch – the money companies usually pay to their agents or for media advertising – and passes it to smartphone owner (holding %). So customer has double benefit – cheaper utilites + cashback. And, if you want to get some extra money, you can scan bills of your friends, neighbors, family– everyone saves, you earn. Millions of people use the homebills price comparison websites, but the process is too complicated for 60% of households. HITbills makes it simple - just scan bills with smartphone. How does it works ? Technically: the scanned bill goes through OCR , where anonymous usage data are being extracted: then supplier bid for the bill in real-time reverse auction: finally, the user gets savings . It consists of smartphone app + OCR system + comparison engine + affiliate network. All elements are popular, so this invention can be quickly launched to any market. Where it works ? Hitbills started in Poland; it looks for VC, price comparers, entrepreneurs and partners worldwide, especially in Europe and USA, where the deregulation of energy market is forced by law. The technology and business method is patented in Europe and USA. HITbills offers master license per country, promotion and shares for local-market partners.
HITbills will save you more money than Uber or Airbnb Today @ TechCrunch London 20 Oct 2014 is the first public demo of HitBills Hitbills is not a typical startup – it focuses on boring topics, such as commodity prices. It is not entertainment or communication; it simply saves the money everyone pays monthly. Hitbills found an easy way to reduce costs – just scan your bills with smartphone, or simply tap “Yes”, geolocalization and automatic data gathering algorithm will find you better deals. HITbills conducts auction for commodity suppliers in your area (electricity, gas, phone, Internet, TV, bank services and loans refinancing) with one-tap switch if you decide. Why money can be saved ? The secret of business is that due to global deregulation, there are plenty of cheaper providers (or cheaper banks), offering exactly the same product with lower margin. We talk about really big money (according to Forbes’s list of Top 1000 companies by revenue, commodity sector is the top – because everybody pays bills – Google ranks at #63, Facebook at #101). Average savings per household are 10-40% (depending on localization) – multiply it by 12, and imagine that you got 1000$ for extra holidays – it is what HITbills does. And there are 500+ millions households qualifying for reducing bills. Why money can be earned ? Moreover, HITbills gets commission for every switch – the money companies usually pay to their agents or for media advertising – and passes it to smartphone owner (holding %). So customer has double benefit – cheaper utilites + cashback. And, if you want to get some extra money, you can scan bills of your friends, neighbors, family– everyone saves, you earn. Millions of people use the homebills price comparison websites, but the process is too complicated for 60% of households. HITbills makes it simple - just scan bills with smartphone. How does it works ? Technically: the scanned bill goes through OCR , where anonymous usage data are being extracted: then supplier bid for the bill in real-time reverse auction: finally, the user gets savings . It consists of smartphone app + OCR system + comparison engine + affiliate network. All elements are popular, so this invention can be quickly launched to any market. Where it works ? Hitbills started in Poland; it looks for VC, price comparers, entrepreneurs and partners worldwide, especially in Europe and USA, where the deregulation of energy market is forced by law. The technology and business method is patented in Europe and USA. HITbills offers master license per country, promotion and shares for local-market partners.
Netia
Venture Round in 2014
Netia is a provider of alternative fixed-line telecommunications services in Poland, offering a range of comprehensive communication solutions for private users, businesses, and institutions. The company specializes in fast, fixed internet access, advanced data transmission, voice transmission, and television services. Its diverse portfolio caters to various customer segments, including home users, small offices, and medium enterprises. With nearly 2,000 employees across 70 locations in the country, Netia operates under several subsidiaries, including Internetia and Telefonia Dialog. The company is committed to delivering user-friendly and innovative multimedia entertainment solutions that enhance connectivity and communication for its customers.
Focus Telecom Polska Sp. z o.o.
Series A in 2014
Focus Telecom („Focus”, „FT”) is the leading Polish CCaaS (Contact Center as a Service) multichannel-communication technology platform provider delivering to SME and corporate customers across multiple industries integrated software solutions aimed at sales support and customer service. • Since 2008, Focus has been specializing in designing, developing and providing clients with innovative contact center solutions boosting sales, improving customers services and supporting more efficient processes management in a SaaS model; • The Company’s proprietary, cloud-based contact center platform - Focus Contact Platform - is among the most popular of its kind in Poland, combining deep understanding of customer needs with cutting edge technology; • Focus offers multiple features and tools (robust base of 350+ functionalities) within one platform, easily customized to the needs of the client. All elements of the platform are unified and easy to integrate externally, with open API integration; • The implementation, use and management of the platform does not require additional investment in software, hardware, or expenses on developer and maintenance teams, platform managers, lowering the total ownership cost as well as increasing the security of the platform; • Focus’ solutions are hyper-scalable in terms of number of users and can be implemented to fit the needs of companies varying in size – from SMEs to large corporates. Roll-out can be performed with no geographical boundaries on implementation or service provision; • Thanks to its proven client acquisition model as well as effective and diversified composition of sales-lead generation (online channels, business partners, and direct sales) the Company is able to successfully increase scale and offer up-sell and cross-sell opportunities for existing clients;
HOJO Clean
Series A in 2014
HOJO Clean operates an online marketplace that connects consumers and businesses with professional cleaning service providers in Poland. As the first online cleaning services broker in the country, it is the largest platform facilitating access to affordable and reliable cleaning solutions. The company emphasizes quality by partnering exclusively with certified cleaners and cleaning companies, ensuring that users receive top-notch services. Its platform serves as a comprehensive search engine for cleaning services, allowing users to easily find and contact reputable providers with a proven track record. By focusing on cost-effectiveness and reliability, HOJO Clean meets the diverse needs of individuals and businesses seeking professional cleaning assistance throughout Poland.
mGenerator
Series A in 2014
mGenerator is a B2B platform focused on the automatic and semi-automatic creation of mobile business sites, e-commerce platforms, and applications, particularly those that support sales functions. As a pioneer in the field of automatic mobile site building in Poland, mGenerator aims to simplify the process of developing mobile sites, allowing businesses to do so quickly and efficiently without needing programming or graphic design expertise. The company's overarching goal is to establish itself as a leader in the European market for B2B platforms.
ANSWEAR.com
Series A in 2013
ANSWEAR.com is a prominent digital sales platform specializing in branded clothing, footwear, and accessories, primarily serving customers in Central and Eastern Europe. The company operates in several countries, including Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Ukraine. ANSWEAR.com offers a wide selection of over 200 fashion brands, and it provides free delivery within 24 hours, enhancing the shopping experience for its customers. The platform is designed to cater to the growing demand for online fashion retail in the region.
Frisco.Pl
Series A in 2012
Frisco.pl is an online supermarket based in Poland that specializes in grocery shopping and home delivery services. The platform allows customers to purchase a wide range of fresh food and ingredients, which are delivered to their homes within a one-hour window. Frisco.pl offers a user-friendly online payment system, and customers benefit from free delivery on their orders. By leveraging e-commerce, the company effectively connects consumers with a diverse selection of food products through its online distribution channel.
Morele.net
Series A in 2011
Morele.net is a prominent e-commerce platform based in Krakow, Poland, specializing in a wide array of products, including consumer electronics, computers, computer components, peripherals, and home appliances. Established as one of the first online shops in Poland, the company emphasizes exceptional customer service, a user-friendly website, and a supportive staff. Morele.net has also expanded its presence by opening physical stores in major Polish cities, allowing customers to purchase and collect online orders conveniently. This combination of online and offline shopping options has contributed to the company's rapid growth, achieving a remarkable annual growth rate of 400% from 2006 to 2009, and has positioned Morele.net as a key player in the electronic retail sector in Poland.
Serwis Prawa
Series A in 2011
Serwis Prawa is a web-based platform established in 2006 and based in Wroclaw, Poland. It offers users access to solutions, advice, and insights on a variety of legal issues, including family matters, property, consumer rights, and business-related concerns. The platform serves the legal industry by providing a comprehensive database of articles and expert opinions on legal uncertainties. Users can connect with legal professionals who clarify complex legal topics and provide essential information regarding everyday legal needs. Serwis Prawa aims to simplify access to legal knowledge and support for those navigating various legal challenges.
Zlote Mysli
Series A in 2009
Zlote Mysli is a pioneering electronic publishing house in Poland, dedicated to supporting ambitious individuals seeking to transform their lives. The company specializes in personal development, motivation, entrepreneurship, and neurolinguistic programming, among other topics. In addition to publishing, Zlote Mysli operates an online bookstore offering a wide range of electronic books, audiobooks, and video materials across various subjects, including literature, finance, and health. Through its diverse offerings, Zlote Mysli aims to provide valuable resources that inspire and empower its audience.
NetPress Digital
Seed Round in 2007
NetPress Digital is one of the precursors and the market leader in e-editions in Poland. They not only produce digital publications, but also their sales and promotion of broadly conceived. This site aims to present you with their business, and business collaboration models or less. They believe it will become an impulse for cooperation.
Digital Avenue
Seed Round in 2007
Avatrix is a company that operates in the digital lifestyle and entertainment sector, focusing on providing innovative content and services. It is known for its portfolio of popular online platforms, including Fotosik.pl, a leading photo-sharing service in Poland, and Styl.fm, which specializes in women's fashion and beauty. Additionally, Avatrix develops interactive experiences, such as FashionStyle, an online game targeted at teenagers. The company's websites collectively attract over 2 million users, generating more than 40 million hits, with a substantial base of registered users exceeding 1.2 million. By leveraging its digital assets, Avatrix aims to create engaging virtual communities and enhance the online experience for its audience.
Telematics Technologies
Venture Round in 2006
Telematics Technologies sp. z o.o., a Polish technology company formerly known as NaviExpert sp. z o.o. until December 2017, specializes in insurance telematics and navigation solutions for smartphones in Poland. The company offers a fleet management system called NaviExpert Telematics, catering to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. Since 2015, Telematics Technologies has collaborated with PZU Group, a prominent financial entity in Central and Eastern Europe, to introduce Usage-Based Insurance products and accident detection services like PZU GO. The company is widely recognized for its navigation application, NaviExpert, which is available under its own brand and in white label formats through various mobile network operators in Poland. Nearly 600,000 paying users utilize the application monthly, benefiting from real-time traffic updates and enhanced route efficiency. Telematics Technologies aims to enhance road safety by promoting better driving habits among users. Adam Bąkowski has served as the CEO since 2012, and the majority stake is held by Noble Fund Private Debt Fundusz Inwestycyjny Zamknięty Aktywów Niepublicznych, based in Warsaw.
NaviExpert
Series A in 2006
NaviExpert is a limited liability company which offers mobile phone-based satellite navigation solutions (online GPS navigarion and etc.). Its specialists have developed an innovative online satellite navigation system for mobile phones: generic, java, Windows, Android and other linux. The company has been operating since 2005 and was founded by scientists associated with Poznan University of Technology – one of Polish best and worldwide renowned IT research centre. In 2007, NaviExpert started cooperation with a venture capitalist MCI Management S.A., a company listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. NaviExpert system has been available on the market since November 2005. It is an intelligent online system where the user, when downloading a selected map or route, is always presented with their most updated versions.
Optizen labs
Venture Round in 2006
Optizen Labs S.A. is a prominent provider of digital content services for publishers and marketers in Poland, specializing in content digitalization. The company offers a range of solutions, including its DIGITIVO platform, which enables clients to create publications optimized for various device sizes and orientations. Additionally, Optizen Labs utilizes Adobe Digital Publishing Solution to produce dynamic content featuring animations, infographics, and multimedia elements. The firm also provides digital publishing support services and promotional tools through its Apps Jumper service. Originally known as Telecom Media Sp. z o.o., the company has evolved significantly since its inception, attracting notable investors and becoming a key player in the multimedia content sector focused on mobile platforms. Based in Warsaw, Poland, Optizen Labs continues to enhance its offerings and strengthen its position in the digital content market.
Clix Software
Seed Round in 2005
Clix Software is a provider of innovative and easy to implement solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. As a software OKAY CRM , with over 6,000 licenses sold, we are a leader in the CRM market in Poland.
Comtica
Seed Round in 2005
Comtica, Ltd. is a company based in Warsaw, Poland, specializing in information technology solutions that integrate business processes and applications, particularly within corporate portals. The firm offers a range of services, including sales and marketing management systems, customer relationship management systems, and content management systems. Additionally, Comtica provides multimedia services that encompass the integration of audiovisual content, mobile technologies, and interactive television formats. Established as a subsidiary of One-2-One S.A. since May 2007, Comtica aims to enhance business efficiency and connectivity through its diverse technological offerings.
Hoopla.pl
Seed Round in 2005
Hoopla.pl S.A. offers online retail of electronic appliances in Poland.
Travelplanet
Venture Round in 2001
Travelplanet is a leading online travel agency based in Wroclaw, Poland, recognized for its commitment to customer satisfaction. It has been consistently ranked highly in tourism categories by various publications. The company offers a wide array of travel services, including tours, airline tickets, hotel reservations, travel insurance, and car rentals. Customers can purchase trips through multiple channels: online, via a call center, or at physical travel salons located in major Polish cities. Travelplanet prides itself on providing competitive pricing, ensuring customers pay the same price as the travel organizers without any additional commissions.
Poland.com
Seed Round in 1999
Poland.com operates as a vertical portal based in Poland, focusing on delivering news and information primarily in the field of computer science. The company's platforms provide users with constantly updated content, covering both national and international developments. By offering a dedicated source of information, Poland.com aims to serve the interests of its audience, ensuring they have access to relevant and timely updates in the technology sector and beyond.
Bankier.pl
Venture Round in 1999
Bankier.pl S.A. is a Polish financial portal that provides comprehensive information and analysis on various financial products, including mutual funds, mortgages, and personal investments. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Warsaw, the portal offers users access to financial news, stock exchange data, current quotes, and expert analyses. It features comparison tools and calculators to assist individuals in making informed financial decisions and investments. Over the years, Bankier.pl has evolved under different ownership, currently functioning as a subsidiary of Bonnier Business Polska sp. z o.o. Through its user-friendly platform, Bankier.pl aims to empower users with the necessary resources to navigate the complexities of capital markets and personal finance.