Teamed is a human resource platform that facilitates the global expansion of businesses by simplifying complex employment processes. The company aims to eliminate barriers related to complexity, cost, and time in managing international remote employees. By integrating on-the-ground employment expertise with innovative human resource information system technology, Teamed provides comprehensive solutions for global HR management, compliance, payroll, benefits, cross-border payments, and tax data collection. This streamlined approach enables HR teams to concentrate on strategic business initiatives while automating salary payments in local currencies. Teamed aspires to be the leading employer for international remote workers, driven by its core values and ambition to support businesses in their growth.
BBC Maestro
Seed Round in 2022
BBC Maestro is a video-led e-learning platform that provides individuals with the opportunity to enhance their creativity through a diverse array of pre-recorded classes. The platform features courses taught by experienced creators and respected specialists from various disciplines, allowing users to learn directly from leading experts. By offering comprehensive course notes alongside digital tutorials, BBC Maestro aims to inspire and empower individuals to master new skills and explore their creative potential.
Pi-Top
Venture Round in 2022
Pi-Top is an innovative ed-tech company focused on enhancing access to coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence through project-based learning. The company aims to inspire a generation of makers by equipping young people with essential hard skills, such as coding and circuitry, alongside vital soft skills like communication and problem-solving. Pi-Top offers a unique hardware and software ecosystem that is utilized globally in homes, maker spaces, and schools. Its programmable computing devices allow students, particularly in middle schools, to design and build their own laptops, facilitating a hands-on approach to learning. By blending physical computing with STEAM education, Pi-Top empowers educators and students to create, code, and innovate in a dynamic learning environment.
Bodyswaps
Seed Round in 2022
Bodyswaps is a London-based platform founded in 2019 that specializes in immersive training solutions for organizations and educational institutions. The company leverages a combination of virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and behavioral science to create realistic workplace simulations that facilitate the development of soft skills. By allowing learners to engage in roleplay scenarios with virtual characters using their own voice, Bodyswaps enhances the effectiveness of training while ensuring scalability and cost-efficiency. The platform also offers personalized recommendations based on individual performance, thereby fostering deep and lasting behavioral change. Through its innovative approach, Bodyswaps aims to upskill workforces rapidly and effectively, addressing the evolving demands of the modern workplace.
MarcoPolo Learning
Series A in 2021
MarcoPolo Learning, Inc. is an educational media company focused on developing applications for children aged 3 to 7 years. Its flagship offering, MarcoPolo World School, provides an early learning platform that encompasses a comprehensive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) curriculum, featuring over 2,000 lessons and interactive activities aimed at enhancing literacy and learning. Established in 2012, the company is headquartered in London, with additional offices in New York and Shanghai. MarcoPolo has received numerous accolades for its educational content, including a nomination for a 2019 Emmy Award, the Kidscreen Best Learning App Award, and various Parents' Choice awards, highlighting its commitment to high-quality educational experiences for young learners.
OnePulse
Venture Round in 2021
OnePulse is a digital platform that specializes in providing real-time consumer insights through an engaging market research process. The platform allows businesses to gather data by building branded communities or accessing a broader consumer base. Consumers interact with OnePulse via a dedicated mobile app, where they can respond to quick surveys, known as "Pulses," consisting of up to three questions. To enhance user engagement, OnePulse incorporates gamification elements and offers financial rewards for participation. This innovative approach has garnered attention in the tech industry, with OnePulse being likened to "the Twitter of consumer insight." By delivering high response rates and rapid turnaround times, OnePulse enables businesses to gain a deeper understanding of consumer preferences, thereby fostering confident decision-making and enhancing profitability.
DynaRisk
Seed Round in 2021
DynaRisk is a cybersecurity company focused on assessing and managing cyber risks for individuals and organizations. It employs a combination of personal risk factors, external data, and algorithms to evaluate an individual's online risk level. The company's platform offers tools designed to safeguard users from cyber threats, including breach defense and cyber expert products. Additionally, DynaRisk assists insurers in minimizing claims, enhancing client retention, and acquiring valuable risk data. Through its services, the company aims to protect businesses and consumers by securing their staff, clients, and supply chains against potential cyber attacks.
Concured AI
Funding Round in 2020
Concured Limited is a London-based company that provides artificial intelligence solutions for content marketing. Founded in 2015, Concured offers a platform that helps content marketers identify engaging topics across their own websites, social media, and competitors, consolidating insights from various sources. Its flagship product, CONCURED, leverages AI to enhance content production by delivering actionable insights and industry data, enabling clients to create content that resonates with their audience. Additionally, the company offers the IDG Content Studio, an AI-powered Content-as-a-Service solution. By utilizing predictive algorithms, Concured identifies emerging content gaps that have potential for high engagement, allowing marketers to optimize their strategies and maximize return on investment.
Kafoodle
Venture Round in 2020
Kafoodle Limited is a London-based food technology company that specializes in developing software solutions for food management across various sectors, including hospitality, healthcare, and education. Founded in 2014, Kafoodle offers a comprehensive cloud-based B2B platform that facilitates menu digitization, allergen management, and nutritional analysis to help clients comply with food safety regulations and enhance their operations. Its product suite includes Kafoodle Kitchen, which manages menu information; Kafoodle Lite, connecting kitchens to diners; and the Kafoodle app, providing diners with essential food information. The company has also introduced targeted healthcare modules designed to optimize nutrition for patients in care homes and hospitals. By integrating these tools, Kafoodle aims to improve food safety and nutrition management, ultimately enhancing health outcomes for consumers and streamlining processes for commercial caterers.
MedicSpot
Seed Round in 2018
MedicSpot facilitates immediate GP consultations for patients in the UK. It connects users with local clinicians through secure video calls and diagnostic devices available at partner pharmacies. Following a consultation, any prescribed medication can be collected on-site, eliminating the need for separate pharmacy visits. The company aims to deliver convenient, high-quality healthcare experiences tailored to busy lifestyles.
TRUEinvivo
Venture Round in 2018
TRUEinvivo is a company focused on enhancing the field of radiotherapy through innovative medical physics solutions. Founded by Dr. Shakardokht Jafari, the company specializes in the development of bead array detector devices that measure high-precision radiation delivered to patients during treatment. These devices are designed to improve the accuracy of radiotherapy, thereby enhancing patient outcomes and experiences. TRUEinvivo aims to make its research and technology accessible globally, aligning with Dr. Jafari's belief that advancements in healthcare should benefit all, not just those in developed nations. The company's applications extend beyond healthcare to include sectors such as nuclear energy, industrial processes, animal health, aerospace, blood banking, and food irradiation, reflecting its commitment to broadening the impact of its innovations.
Everpress
Venture Round in 2017
Everpress is a global marketplace that facilitates the purchasing and selling of original clothing designs, empowering independent creators. The platform allows users to upload their designs and create custom landing pages for their merchandise, enabling instant sales without the risks associated with unsold stock and upfront costs. By prioritizing ethical practices, Everpress offers a sustainable alternative to traditional retail, promoting creative independence and reducing waste. The company is dedicated to supporting artists and designers, providing them with the tools necessary to bring their visions to life while maintaining a focus on environmental responsibility.
HubBox is a technology company that specializes in click-and-collect delivery solutions for retailers and consumers. Its software enables retailers to seamlessly integrate local pickup options into their online checkout processes, addressing the issues of missed parcel deliveries and enhancing customer convenience. By partnering with global carriers, HubBox provides a platform that facilitates secure and efficient parcel collection, which helps reduce the environmental impact of eCommerce. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including notable retailers such as Williams Sonoma, J.Crew, Macy's, and GAP. HubBox's commitment to improving the delivery experience ensures that both retailers and consumers benefit from greater flexibility and efficiency in parcel collection.
ipushpull
Venture Round in 2017
ipushpull is a cloud-based platform specializing in real-time data sharing and workflow automation. It serves both sell-side and buy-side clients, enhancing workflow efficiency through secure, audited, and access-controlled data sharing and collaboration. The platform is designed to handle static, live, and streaming data, offering a range of APIs, integrations, and connectors for seamless interaction with various data platforms and services. By enabling users to share data live between desktop applications, databases, messaging platforms, and cloud services, ipushpull improves operational efficiency and promotes collaborative workflows. The company has received multiple accolades for its innovative solutions, including the inaugural Symphony Innovation Award and the FIA Innovator Award. Additionally, ipushpull is recognized as a participant in the prestigious JP Morgan In-Residence Programme.
Smarter is a London-based company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling connected kitchen products, effectively bridging the gap between traditional and smart kitchen experiences. Since its inception in 2013, Smarter has gained recognition for its innovative approach, starting with the launch of the first Wi-Fi-enabled kettle, which quickly became a best-seller. Under the leadership of CEO Christian Lane, the company has introduced a range of groundbreaking products, including the third-generation iKettle, second-generation Smarter Coffee, and FridgeCam, the world’s first wireless fridge camera. These appliances are designed to enhance daily kitchen activities by allowing users to control them remotely through a smartphone application, which offers features like expiry date reminders, replenishment services, and recipe suggestions. Smarter’s unique offerings have positioned it among the UK’s fastest-growing connected home companies, with its products available in over 3,000 stores across the UK, Europe, and North America, through retail partners such as Curry’s, Amazon, and Best Buy.
Pobble
Venture Round in 2016
Pobble is an online educational platform founded in 2013 by a group of teachers in North Yorkshire, England, aimed at enhancing literacy and writing skills among children. The platform serves as a resource for teachers, providing innovative lesson ideas and facilitating the sharing of students' work on an online classroom wall. This allows for engagement with peers and teachers worldwide, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Pobble also offers parents a unique insight into their children's educational progress. The platform has garnered recognition for its impact on education, winning accolades such as the EdtechX Global Super League of Startups and being a finalist for the BETT Awards. With support from prominent education leaders and partnerships with organizations like Microsoft Accelerator and Oxford University Press, Pobble has amassed a collection of over 100,000 student writings, showcasing contributions from tens of thousands of teachers globally.
Snaptrip Group
Series A in 2016
Snaptrip Group is a London-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in last-minute holiday cottage bookings within the United Kingdom. As a trusted marketplace, Snaptrip offers a comprehensive platform for consumers to search, compare, and select short-term rental properties, including cottages, lodges, and flats. The company is dedicated to providing significant discounts, often up to 50%, on last-minute bookings, making it easier for customers to find the ideal holiday accommodation at competitive prices. Snaptrip caters to a variety of vacation needs, from romantic coastal getaways to family holidays and group escapes, emphasizing a user-friendly experience that allows for flexibility and convenience in booking self-catered stays.
TrackMyRisks
Venture Round in 2016
TrackMyRisks is a secure, SaaS platform for governance, risk and compliance management. All businesses regardless of size and sector have to comply with legal, regulatory and contractual requirements. TrackMyRisks solves the painful task of managing GRC in your business. TrackMyRisks access is available direct www.trackmyrisks.com or through commercial partners such as insurance brokers, insurers, lawyers, health & safety advisers and trade associations.
Purearth
Seed Round in 2016
Purearth is a producer of innovative health-focused beverages, offering a range of dairy-free kefir and pro-immune shots. Their products are designed to enhance nutrition and support gut health, immunity, and beauty. Available in convenient sachets, these drinks can be easily prepared by simply adding water. Purearth has successfully established its presence in over 100 independent health food stores, as well as renowned retailers such as Harrods, Selfridges, and Gail's Bakery chains. The company is committed to providing consumers with accessible options for improving overall wellness.
Scene
Venture Round in 2016
Scene - connecting people with what matters. A powerful publishing and analytics system that combines editorial-style content with digital advertising to engage precise audience segments.
Soupologie
Seed Round in 2015
Soupologie is a producer of nutritious, plant-based soups founded by Stephen, who discovered his culinary talent while cooking for his family. Encouraged by their support, he began selling his soups at market stalls across London, where he quickly gained popularity for his unique flavors. The company's offerings include a range of gluten-free soups made from organic ingredients such as herbs, fruits, and vegetables, allowing consumers to enjoy diverse tastes while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The success of the Simply Delicious range, launched in 2012, has been driven by Stephen's commitment to consumer feedback and continuous development of exciting new flavors.
Freemarket
Equity Crowdfunding in 2015
Freemarket is a London-based company founded in June 2010 by Alex Hunn, specializing in online currency exchange and cross-border payment solutions for businesses. The company provides a platform that integrates access to a global bank network with innovative technology, enabling businesses to streamline their financial processes. By facilitating transactions at mid-market rates, Freemarket helps clients avoid high fees typically associated with currency exchange. The company's services are designed to simplify complex financial operations, enhance efficiency, and support business growth in an increasingly globalized market.
Benivo
Venture Round in 2015
Benivo is a London-based company that provides a comprehensive platform for managing employee relocation and global mobility. Established in 2010, Benivo specializes in offering a range of services designed to support human resource and recruitment teams in facilitating smooth transitions for relocating employees. Its platform features customizable welcome packs, management of visa applications, and consultations regarding local school systems, alongside options for accommodation booking. The platform enables employees to search for housing, request bookings, and access relocation guides. Additionally, Benivo's LiveDemand solution allows guests to specify their needs while enabling hosts to align their offerings with guest preferences. The company serves various sectors, including graduate recruitment, IT, hospitality, and healthcare, and is noted for its cost-effective approach to relocation management. With a focus on enhancing employee experience, Benivo streamlines HR processes and payment systems, making it a valuable resource for organizations managing global mobility programs.
Vivid Vitality
Venture Round in 2015
Vivid Vitality is powering bright minds with pure & premium powders.
Digime
Pre Seed Round in 2014
Digi.me's technology allows consumers to gather together their personal data and share it on their terms with businesses in a mutually beneficial value exchange. They are distribution partners for the likes of Toshiba and Lenovo and are working with world-leading businesses in health insurance, finance, pharma and FMCG.
Boclips
Seed Round in 2014
Boclips is a developer of a cloud-based education video licensing platform that aggregates over 2 million rights-ready video clips. The platform employs proprietary algorithms and machine learning to effectively map these clips to curricula and courses utilized by education providers globally. This ensures that courseware designers, educators, and students can access relevant video content without confusion or delays. Boclips's offerings enable educational publishers and infrastructure providers to easily acquire the rights to digitized video clips sourced from various libraries, television, and film producers, thereby enhancing the educational experience through curated video resources.
Perfect World
Seed Round in 2014
Perfect World Ice Cream specializes in producing nutritious frozen desserts that provide a guilt-free indulgence. The company offers a range of ice creams that are dairy-free, gluten-free, and made without added sugars, using natural sweeteners instead. Their products also include essential vitamins, minerals, and bio-active substances, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking flavorful options. Perfect World Ice Cream has gained traction in the United Kingdom, where its products are sold at various retail outlets, and aims to expand its market presence as awareness of their health-focused desserts increases. The brand emphasizes both taste and wellness, making it an appealing choice for those looking to enjoy desserts without compromising on health.