Black Semiconductor
Series A in 2024
Black Semiconductor is a pioneering manufacturer of semiconductor microchips that specializes in integrating photonic circuits with traditional silicon technology. The company has developed a unique approach that merges electronics and photonics using graphene, enabling unprecedented chip-to-chip communication at high data transfer rates and reduced energy consumption. By harnessing the optical properties of graphene, Black Semiconductor's technology facilitates seamless conversion of electrical signals to light, significantly enhancing bandwidth and reducing latency in data transfer. This innovation allows for longer-distance, high-speed connectivity, replacing traditional copper with optical waveguides to ensure efficient data movement. The company's photonic circuits are designed for compatibility with existing semiconductor manufacturing processes, allowing for easy integration into current chip production lines. In 2025, Black Semiconductor expanded its operations with the construction of a new fabrication facility in Aachen, Germany, which will support scalable pilot production of advanced 300mm wafer technology.
Azowo GmbH is a German company founded in 2015, specializing in cloud-based mobility solutions for businesses. Based in Biberach, the company offers a comprehensive B2B platform designed to optimize vehicle fleet management and corporate car sharing. Its services include a tax office compliant logbook, claims management, and utilization optimization, all facilitated through a user-friendly interface. Azowo's platform allows companies to manage, monetize, and share various types of vehicles while providing data-driven insights to enhance cost efficiency. Additionally, it supports the transition to electric vehicles and enables the implementation of contactless access services, addressing contemporary mobility challenges. By streamlining processes and improving transparency, Azowo aims to facilitate sustainable mobility solutions that align with the evolving needs of businesses and public mobility applications.
Black Semiconductor
Venture Round in 2022
Black Semiconductor is a pioneering manufacturer of semiconductor microchips that specializes in integrating photonic circuits with traditional silicon technology. The company has developed a unique approach that merges electronics and photonics using graphene, enabling unprecedented chip-to-chip communication at high data transfer rates and reduced energy consumption. By harnessing the optical properties of graphene, Black Semiconductor's technology facilitates seamless conversion of electrical signals to light, significantly enhancing bandwidth and reducing latency in data transfer. This innovation allows for longer-distance, high-speed connectivity, replacing traditional copper with optical waveguides to ensure efficient data movement. The company's photonic circuits are designed for compatibility with existing semiconductor manufacturing processes, allowing for easy integration into current chip production lines. In 2025, Black Semiconductor expanded its operations with the construction of a new fabrication facility in Aachen, Germany, which will support scalable pilot production of advanced 300mm wafer technology.
Laserhub GmbH is a Stuttgart-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the production and distribution of custom-made metal parts. It operates as a leading procurement platform for industrial B2B customers in Germany, Austria, France, and Belgium. The company offers a range of services including laser cutting, bending, folding, deburring, thread cutting, powder coating, and laser engraving for materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Laserhub's innovative marketplace digitizes and automates procurement processes, allowing manufacturing companies to efficiently manage orders for sheet metal, turning, and milling parts. This approach helps to reduce both process and parts costs for its clients.
Trade Republic
Series C in 2022
Trade Republic Bank GmbH is a mobile-only broker based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2015. The company offers a commission-free trading platform that allows users to invest in the capital market easily and intuitively through a mobile application. Its services enable traders and investors to engage with various financial instruments, including stocks, derivatives, and options, making it accessible for a new generation of investors seeking a streamlined and efficient trading experience.
Yoummday
Venture Round in 2022
Yoummday GmbH is a Munich-based company founded in 2016 that operates an online marketplace for telephone services, specializing in virtual contact center solutions. The platform connects clients with freelance call center professionals, referred to as talents, allowing them to work remotely and efficiently manage customer service projects. With a pool of over 20,000 registered talents, Yoummday offers both managed services for corporate clients and self-management options, enabling real-time project monitoring based on customized key performance indicators. The company prioritizes talent motivation by offering up to 80% of the revenue to its freelancers, resulting in higher earnings compared to traditional call center roles. Yoummday also emphasizes training and quality assurance, adapting its services to meet client needs while promoting an eco-friendly work-from-home model. The company is committed to fostering a collaborative environment and is continuously seeking innovative employees to enhance its position within the shared economy sector. In addition to its headquarters in Munich, Yoummday has a branch in Sofia.
Micropsi Industries
Series B in 2022
Micropsi Industries GmbH is a Berlin-based robotics software company founded in 2014, specializing in machine learning solutions for robotics and process control. The company develops MIRAI, an advanced robot control system designed for complex assembly tasks. MIRAI enables robots to perform movements that adapt to subtle changes in their environment, utilizing cameras and force sensors. Unlike traditional programming methods, MIRAI's capabilities are acquired through a process of demonstration, correction, and repetition, allowing users to train robots without the need for coding or problem modeling. This innovative approach enhances productivity, ergonomics, and resilience in industrial settings, making it easier for businesses to automate tasks that were previously deemed too complex.
Evernest is a proptech scale-up that redefines how residential properties are sold and bought in Europe. Evernest has developed a technology platform for real estate agents to make the entire process of residential real estate transactions more efficient. With the help of its full-service brokerage platform, smart marketing services and digitized support processes, Evernest offers a transparent and personalized experience for agents as well as property buyers and sellers. Founded in late 2019, currently more than 250 people are working for Evernest in Germany and Spain.
Vay is a Berlin-based deep technology company that is on track to launch the first driverless, safety-certified, commercial fleet on European public streets. The company aims to revolutionize urban transportation by enabling remote-controlled cars, offering a safer, more efficient solution for ride-hailing and vehicle-sharing services. Vay’s unique approach blends the advantages of self-driving technology with human supervision to ensure safety and adaptability in complex driving environments. Their goal is to reduce urban congestion, cut emissions, and make mobility more sustainable while providing a seamless transportation experience for users.
Yababa is an online grocery platform based in Berlin, Germany, that specializes in delivering Turkish and Arabic groceries with same-day service. Launched in 2021, the platform enables consumers to conveniently select a wide range of products, including groceries, fruits and vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers. Users can schedule their delivery slots according to their preferences, facilitating a seamless shopping experience. Yababa focuses on providing access to a diverse assortment of oriental groceries, catering to the needs of customers seeking these specific products.
Anyline GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in mobile application software that utilizes optical character recognition technology to enable users to scan various types of numbers, codes, and digits. Its solutions encompass a wide range of applications, including meter reading, license plate scanning, ID and document scanning, and serial number recognition. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Anyline's technology allows for real-time data extraction from images without the need for server infrastructure, facilitating processes across multiple industries, such as utilities, government, transportation, automotive, and tourism. Additionally, the company offers an agency partner program to support its clients in their digitization efforts. Anyline was previously known as 9yards GmbH.
Trade Republic
Series C in 2021
Trade Republic Bank GmbH is a mobile-only broker based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2015. The company offers a commission-free trading platform that allows users to invest in the capital market easily and intuitively through a mobile application. Its services enable traders and investors to engage with various financial instruments, including stocks, derivatives, and options, making it accessible for a new generation of investors seeking a streamlined and efficient trading experience.
Inwerk
Venture Round in 2021
Inwerk GmbH, founded in 2001 and based in Meerbusch, Germany, specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of office furnishings. The company offers a diverse range of products, including innovative solutions such as MASTERLIFT, a versatile standing/sitting desk; MASTERPOD, a modular system for open office environments; and MASTERBOX for shelving needs. Inwerk also produces ergonomic office swivel chairs aimed at promoting active and dynamic sitting. In addition to its product offerings, the company provides comprehensive services, including 3D office planning, and organizes exhibitions and trade shows to showcase its designs and solutions.
Evernest
Venture Round in 2021
Evernest is a proptech scale-up that redefines how residential properties are sold and bought in Europe. Evernest has developed a technology platform for real estate agents to make the entire process of residential real estate transactions more efficient. With the help of its full-service brokerage platform, smart marketing services and digitized support processes, Evernest offers a transparent and personalized experience for agents as well as property buyers and sellers. Founded in late 2019, currently more than 250 people are working for Evernest in Germany and Spain.
WindStar Medical GmbH
Seed Round in 2020
WindStar Medical GmbH is a German company engaged in the manufacture and supply of a diverse range of healthcare products, both for private label and branded markets. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Wehrheim, with additional offices in Bielefeld and Würzburg, the company offers a variety of products including heat patches, laxatives, wound care solutions, allergy treatments, and sanitization products. WindStar Medical's product lineup also features items such as foot warmers, cold sore treatments, medical gloves, and various health supplements. The company markets its products online, enhancing accessibility for consumers. WindStar Medical GmbH was formerly known as Windstar Medical AG and rebranded in January 2016. It operates as a subsidiary of NCG - NuCom Group SE.
CrossEngage
Venture Round in 2020
CrossEngage GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in cross-channel marketing solutions, founded in 2015. It offers a customer data and engagement platform that integrates with various data sources and marketing channels, allowing digital marketers to efficiently manage their campaigns across email, real-time advertising, onsite interactions, and push notifications. The platform provides comprehensive user profiles and advanced segmentation options based on sociodemographic and purchase history data, enabling personalized and consistent communication with customers. CrossEngage aims to enhance customer engagement and loyalty by addressing the challenges of uncoordinated marketing efforts, thus facilitating a more effective marketing strategy for its clients. The company also has an office in London, further expanding its reach within the European market.
GartenHaus
Private Equity Round in 2020
GartenHaus, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in providing a wide array of garden and home-related products, with a particular focus on garden houses. The company offers a comprehensive platform that supports customers throughout the entire process of their projects, from initial planning and building applications to assembly and maintenance. Its product range includes garden houses, sheds, saunas, terraces, carports, garages, and children's playhouses, allowing customers to personalize their outdoor and indoor spaces. By combining specialized trade knowledge with digital capabilities, GartenHaus aims to facilitate creativity in home decor and landscaping.
Laserhub GmbH is a Stuttgart-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the production and distribution of custom-made metal parts. It operates as a leading procurement platform for industrial B2B customers in Germany, Austria, France, and Belgium. The company offers a range of services including laser cutting, bending, folding, deburring, thread cutting, powder coating, and laser engraving for materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Laserhub's innovative marketplace digitizes and automates procurement processes, allowing manufacturing companies to efficiently manage orders for sheet metal, turning, and milling parts. This approach helps to reduce both process and parts costs for its clients.
Micropsi Industries
Series A in 2020
Micropsi Industries GmbH is a Berlin-based robotics software company founded in 2014, specializing in machine learning solutions for robotics and process control. The company develops MIRAI, an advanced robot control system designed for complex assembly tasks. MIRAI enables robots to perform movements that adapt to subtle changes in their environment, utilizing cameras and force sensors. Unlike traditional programming methods, MIRAI's capabilities are acquired through a process of demonstration, correction, and repetition, allowing users to train robots without the need for coding or problem modeling. This innovative approach enhances productivity, ergonomics, and resilience in industrial settings, making it easier for businesses to automate tasks that were previously deemed too complex.
Amann Girrbach
Venture Round in 2020
Amann Girrbach AG is a leading manufacturer and supplier of dental equipment, specializing in articulators, laboratory tools, and digital milling units for the global dental industry. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Koblach, Austria, the company has built a reputation as a pioneer in dental CAD/CAM technology, offering advanced solutions such as model management articulators, masticatory loading simulators, functional scanners, milling machines, and dental materials designed for aesthetic applications. Amann Girrbach provides these products through a network of distributors, serving a broad customer base in over 90 countries. The company emphasizes innovation and customer satisfaction, striving to deliver high-quality, affordable solutions that enhance dental practice routines. Its commitment to digital technology positions Amann Girrbach at the forefront of the evolving dental sector, focusing on precision, functionality, and aesthetics in its product offerings.
Evernest
Seed Round in 2020
Evernest is a proptech scale-up that redefines how residential properties are sold and bought in Europe. Evernest has developed a technology platform for real estate agents to make the entire process of residential real estate transactions more efficient. With the help of its full-service brokerage platform, smart marketing services and digitized support processes, Evernest offers a transparent and personalized experience for agents as well as property buyers and sellers. Founded in late 2019, currently more than 250 people are working for Evernest in Germany and Spain.
Trade Republic
Series B in 2020
Trade Republic Bank GmbH is a mobile-only broker based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2015. The company offers a commission-free trading platform that allows users to invest in the capital market easily and intuitively through a mobile application. Its services enable traders and investors to engage with various financial instruments, including stocks, derivatives, and options, making it accessible for a new generation of investors seeking a streamlined and efficient trading experience.
Anyline GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in mobile application software that utilizes optical character recognition technology to enable users to scan various types of numbers, codes, and digits. Its solutions encompass a wide range of applications, including meter reading, license plate scanning, ID and document scanning, and serial number recognition. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Anyline's technology allows for real-time data extraction from images without the need for server infrastructure, facilitating processes across multiple industries, such as utilities, government, transportation, automotive, and tourism. Additionally, the company offers an agency partner program to support its clients in their digitization efforts. Anyline was previously known as 9yards GmbH.
Comtravo GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing an artificial intelligence-driven booking platform for business travel. The company focuses on serving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by simplifying the booking, management, and expensing of business travel. Its platform integrates self-booking tools and a booking engine that facilitate the reservation of hotels, rental cars, flights, and railway tickets. Additionally, Comtravo's system allows users to track expenses and compare corporate travel packages, ensuring cost-effective planning and management of corporate trips.
Comtravo GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing an artificial intelligence-driven booking platform for business travel. The company focuses on serving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by simplifying the booking, management, and expensing of business travel. Its platform integrates self-booking tools and a booking engine that facilitate the reservation of hotels, rental cars, flights, and railway tickets. Additionally, Comtravo's system allows users to track expenses and compare corporate travel packages, ensuring cost-effective planning and management of corporate trips.
Trade Republic
Series A in 2019
Trade Republic Bank GmbH is a mobile-only broker based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2015. The company offers a commission-free trading platform that allows users to invest in the capital market easily and intuitively through a mobile application. Its services enable traders and investors to engage with various financial instruments, including stocks, derivatives, and options, making it accessible for a new generation of investors seeking a streamlined and efficient trading experience.
Carl Finance GmbH is a Berlin-based merger and acquisition platform established in 2016, designed to facilitate connections between owners of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), their advisors, and potential investors. The company offers a private deal network that provides a secure and confidential environment for businesses seeking acquirers or investors. By employing a managed marketplace approach, Carl enhances the efficiency of M&A processes, allowing users to engage with new investors and streamline transactions. The platform caters to firms with revenues ranging from $1 million to $100 million, enabling investors to access a broader range of opportunities while automating essential steps in the acquisition and divestment process. Through its dedicated software, Carl assists clients in efficiently managing M&A deals and identifying growth potential in the Mittelstand sector.
Laserhub
Seed Round in 2019
Laserhub GmbH is a Stuttgart-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the production and distribution of custom-made metal parts. It operates as a leading procurement platform for industrial B2B customers in Germany, Austria, France, and Belgium. The company offers a range of services including laser cutting, bending, folding, deburring, thread cutting, powder coating, and laser engraving for materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Laserhub's innovative marketplace digitizes and automates procurement processes, allowing manufacturing companies to efficiently manage orders for sheet metal, turning, and milling parts. This approach helps to reduce both process and parts costs for its clients.
Keatz GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a network of virtual restaurants specializing in the delivery of contemporary dishes. The company is known for its fresh salads and juices, as well as other ready-to-eat snacks. Keatz focuses on maintaining high-quality standards from kitchen to doorstep, using eco-friendly electric scooters for deliveries. Their culinary team continually explores new trends and techniques to offer innovative and comforting meals to customers.
CrossEngage
Series A in 2019
CrossEngage GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in cross-channel marketing solutions, founded in 2015. It offers a customer data and engagement platform that integrates with various data sources and marketing channels, allowing digital marketers to efficiently manage their campaigns across email, real-time advertising, onsite interactions, and push notifications. The platform provides comprehensive user profiles and advanced segmentation options based on sociodemographic and purchase history data, enabling personalized and consistent communication with customers. CrossEngage aims to enhance customer engagement and loyalty by addressing the challenges of uncoordinated marketing efforts, thus facilitating a more effective marketing strategy for its clients. The company also has an office in London, further expanding its reach within the European market.
Horizn Studios
Series B in 2019
Horizn Studios GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative luggage and travel bags. Founded in 2015, the company offers a diverse range of products, including laptop bags, backpacks, tote bags, weekenders, and cabin trolleys, catering to both men and women. Horizn Studios is recognized as a pioneer in the European smart luggage market, integrating advanced features such as GPS, smart chargers, and travel apps into its products. The company aims to serve the needs of digital nomads and conscious travelers by providing high-quality, sustainable travel solutions. Its products are available for purchase through both physical retail stores and online platforms.
Micropsi Industries
Series A in 2018
Micropsi Industries GmbH is a Berlin-based robotics software company founded in 2014, specializing in machine learning solutions for robotics and process control. The company develops MIRAI, an advanced robot control system designed for complex assembly tasks. MIRAI enables robots to perform movements that adapt to subtle changes in their environment, utilizing cameras and force sensors. Unlike traditional programming methods, MIRAI's capabilities are acquired through a process of demonstration, correction, and repetition, allowing users to train robots without the need for coding or problem modeling. This innovative approach enhances productivity, ergonomics, and resilience in industrial settings, making it easier for businesses to automate tasks that were previously deemed too complex.
Trendtours Touristik
Venture Round in 2018
Trendtours Touristik GmbH is a travel agency based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, founded in 2010. The company specializes in organizing tours aimed primarily at customers aged 55 and above, offering a range of adventure and recreational travel services. Trendtours provides diverse travel options, including air, bus, and cruise packages to various relaxing destinations, allowing customers to choose from different travel combinations at competitive prices. As one of Germany's direct travel organizers, Trendtours focuses on delivering enjoyable travel experiences tailored to the needs of older travelers.
Homeday GmbH is a Cologne-based real estate company founded in 2014 by Steffen Wicker and Dmitri Uvarovski. The company operates an online platform that facilitates the data-driven pairing of real estate agents with private property owners looking to sell their properties. In addition to connecting property owners with brokers, Homeday also offers services such as real estate appraisal, land valuation, and leasing. By leveraging technology, the company aims to streamline the property selling process and enhance the overall experience for both agents and owners.
LIQID Investments
Series C in 2018
LIQID Investments GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in digital wealth management. The firm offers a platform that delivers access to individually tailored investment portfolios, strategies, and asset classes. By integrating investment expertise with technology, LIQID provides customized wealth management solutions that cater to the specific cost and investment requirements of its clients. Its services include access to private equity, real estate, and venture capital funds, making it a comprehensive provider of investment solutions for a diverse clientele.
The Family
Venture Round in 2018
The Family is a European startup support organization focused on creating a comprehensive service infrastructure for emerging companies. By taking a small equity stake in exchange for ongoing assistance, The Family aims to foster the growth and development of startups. It currently manages a portfolio of over 200 active companies across major cities, including London, Paris, and Berlin. Notable companies within its portfolio include Captain Train, which was acquired by Trainline, as well as Algolia and Payfit. The Family's approach emphasizes long-term support to help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of building and scaling their businesses.
Azowo GmbH is a German company founded in 2015, specializing in cloud-based mobility solutions for businesses. Based in Biberach, the company offers a comprehensive B2B platform designed to optimize vehicle fleet management and corporate car sharing. Its services include a tax office compliant logbook, claims management, and utilization optimization, all facilitated through a user-friendly interface. Azowo's platform allows companies to manage, monetize, and share various types of vehicles while providing data-driven insights to enhance cost efficiency. Additionally, it supports the transition to electric vehicles and enables the implementation of contactless access services, addressing contemporary mobility challenges. By streamlining processes and improving transparency, Azowo aims to facilitate sustainable mobility solutions that align with the evolving needs of businesses and public mobility applications.
Keatz GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a network of virtual restaurants specializing in the delivery of contemporary dishes. The company is known for its fresh salads and juices, as well as other ready-to-eat snacks. Keatz focuses on maintaining high-quality standards from kitchen to doorstep, using eco-friendly electric scooters for deliveries. Their culinary team continually explores new trends and techniques to offer innovative and comforting meals to customers.
store2be
Seed Round in 2018
store2be GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates an online booking platform focused on the digital commercialization and management of promotional spaces. Founded in 2015, it serves as a leading marketer of promotion, pop-up, and event spaces in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a portfolio of approximately 3,500 locations. The platform facilitates the booking of live marketing venues, including shopping centers, airports, train stations, and retail stores. Additionally, store2be offers Event Analytics, a WiFi-based solution that measures performance metrics at live marketing events, allowing clients to analyze reach, customer visits, interactions, and dwell times. The company's software also aids space owners in managing and commercializing their available promotional areas, streamlining the organization of live marketing events while minimizing associated effort and costs.
Opinary
Venture Round in 2018
Opinary is a Berlin-based startup that offers innovative polling tools for online content, enabling users to easily share their opinions with a simple tap. With a user base of 84 million monthly visitors, Opinary's technology provides insights into public opinion trends, facilitating engagement for publishing partners such as The Times, HuffPost, and NBC. The platform not only helps these publishers monetize their audiences but also assists global brands like Toyota and Mastercard in enhancing visibility, driving conversions, and gaining valuable insights. By visualizing opinions, Opinary empowers both online publishers and brands to effectively promote their offerings through targeted content marketing strategies.
Horizn Studios
Series A in 2018
Horizn Studios GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative luggage and travel bags. Founded in 2015, the company offers a diverse range of products, including laptop bags, backpacks, tote bags, weekenders, and cabin trolleys, catering to both men and women. Horizn Studios is recognized as a pioneer in the European smart luggage market, integrating advanced features such as GPS, smart chargers, and travel apps into its products. The company aims to serve the needs of digital nomads and conscious travelers by providing high-quality, sustainable travel solutions. Its products are available for purchase through both physical retail stores and online platforms.
CrossEngage
Venture Round in 2017
CrossEngage GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in cross-channel marketing solutions, founded in 2015. It offers a customer data and engagement platform that integrates with various data sources and marketing channels, allowing digital marketers to efficiently manage their campaigns across email, real-time advertising, onsite interactions, and push notifications. The platform provides comprehensive user profiles and advanced segmentation options based on sociodemographic and purchase history data, enabling personalized and consistent communication with customers. CrossEngage aims to enhance customer engagement and loyalty by addressing the challenges of uncoordinated marketing efforts, thus facilitating a more effective marketing strategy for its clients. The company also has an office in London, further expanding its reach within the European market.
Comtravo GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing an artificial intelligence-driven booking platform for business travel. The company focuses on serving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by simplifying the booking, management, and expensing of business travel. Its platform integrates self-booking tools and a booking engine that facilitate the reservation of hotels, rental cars, flights, and railway tickets. Additionally, Comtravo's system allows users to track expenses and compare corporate travel packages, ensuring cost-effective planning and management of corporate trips.
Keatz GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a network of virtual restaurants specializing in the delivery of contemporary dishes. The company is known for its fresh salads and juices, as well as other ready-to-eat snacks. Keatz focuses on maintaining high-quality standards from kitchen to doorstep, using eco-friendly electric scooters for deliveries. Their culinary team continually explores new trends and techniques to offer innovative and comforting meals to customers.
Lampenwelt
Venture Round in 2017
Lampenwelt GmbH is a prominent online retailer based in Schlitz, Germany, specializing in a vast array of lighting products. Founded in 1999, the company offers approximately 50,000 items, including indoor and outdoor lights, smart home solutions, LED products, bulbs, and seasonal decorations like Christmas lights. Catering to both residential and commercial needs, Lampenwelt provides expert advice to help customers find the perfect lighting solutions for their homes, gardens, and businesses. As a subsidiary of N&B Holding GmbH, Lampenwelt has established itself as a leading player in the European lighting market, focusing on quality and customer satisfaction.
LIQID Investments
Series A in 2017
LIQID Investments GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in digital wealth management. The firm offers a platform that delivers access to individually tailored investment portfolios, strategies, and asset classes. By integrating investment expertise with technology, LIQID provides customized wealth management solutions that cater to the specific cost and investment requirements of its clients. Its services include access to private equity, real estate, and venture capital funds, making it a comprehensive provider of investment solutions for a diverse clientele.
Horizn Studios
Series A in 2016
Horizn Studios GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative luggage and travel bags. Founded in 2015, the company offers a diverse range of products, including laptop bags, backpacks, tote bags, weekenders, and cabin trolleys, catering to both men and women. Horizn Studios is recognized as a pioneer in the European smart luggage market, integrating advanced features such as GPS, smart chargers, and travel apps into its products. The company aims to serve the needs of digital nomads and conscious travelers by providing high-quality, sustainable travel solutions. Its products are available for purchase through both physical retail stores and online platforms.
nu3 GmbH is an online retailer specializing in nutritional food, health supplements, fitness, and beauty products. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with an additional presence in São Paulo, Brazil, the company provides a diverse range of offerings, including its own branded products as well as items from other brands. nu3 also emphasizes customer support by offering nutritional advice over the phone and maintaining a blog that provides technical advice and health tips. The company's platform aims to create a comprehensive marketplace for health-conscious consumers, making it easier for them to access a variety of natural products, food supplements, and vitamins at competitive prices. As of 2018, nu3 operates as a subsidiary of Shop Apotheke Europe N.V.
Contorion
Series B in 2016
Contorion GmbH is an online retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in craftsmanship and industrial supplies. Founded in the spring of 2014 by Dr. Frederick Roehder, Richard Schwenke, and Tobias Tschötsch, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including screws, electrical and hand tools, work clothing, and various workshop equipment. Contorion aims to serve both business and private customers by providing a user-friendly shopping experience, professional customer service, and efficient delivery times. As a subsidiary of Hoffmann GmbH Qualitätswerkzeuge since June 2017, Contorion focuses on serving medium-sized companies in trade and industry, helping them save time and resources through its extensive assortment of quality tools and equipment.
Keatz GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a network of virtual restaurants specializing in the delivery of contemporary dishes. The company is known for its fresh salads and juices, as well as other ready-to-eat snacks. Keatz focuses on maintaining high-quality standards from kitchen to doorstep, using eco-friendly electric scooters for deliveries. Their culinary team continually explores new trends and techniques to offer innovative and comforting meals to customers.
store2be
Seed Round in 2016
store2be GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates an online booking platform focused on the digital commercialization and management of promotional spaces. Founded in 2015, it serves as a leading marketer of promotion, pop-up, and event spaces in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a portfolio of approximately 3,500 locations. The platform facilitates the booking of live marketing venues, including shopping centers, airports, train stations, and retail stores. Additionally, store2be offers Event Analytics, a WiFi-based solution that measures performance metrics at live marketing events, allowing clients to analyze reach, customer visits, interactions, and dwell times. The company's software also aids space owners in managing and commercializing their available promotional areas, streamlining the organization of live marketing events while minimizing associated effort and costs.
Homeday GmbH is a Cologne-based real estate company founded in 2014 by Steffen Wicker and Dmitri Uvarovski. The company operates an online platform that facilitates the data-driven pairing of real estate agents with private property owners looking to sell their properties. In addition to connecting property owners with brokers, Homeday also offers services such as real estate appraisal, land valuation, and leasing. By leveraging technology, the company aims to streamline the property selling process and enhance the overall experience for both agents and owners.
Horizn Studios
Seed Round in 2016
Horizn Studios GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative luggage and travel bags. Founded in 2015, the company offers a diverse range of products, including laptop bags, backpacks, tote bags, weekenders, and cabin trolleys, catering to both men and women. Horizn Studios is recognized as a pioneer in the European smart luggage market, integrating advanced features such as GPS, smart chargers, and travel apps into its products. The company aims to serve the needs of digital nomads and conscious travelers by providing high-quality, sustainable travel solutions. Its products are available for purchase through both physical retail stores and online platforms.
kfzteile24
Venture Round in 2016
kfzteile24 GmbH, established in 2001 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a prominent retailer of automotive spare parts and accessories. The company operates primarily online via its platforms www.kfzteile24.de and www.autoteile24.de, offering a comprehensive range of products such as exhaust systems, axle suspension components, batteries, heaters, interior fittings, and braking systems at competitive prices. To complement its online distribution, kfzteile24 maintains three physical retail stores in Berlin, each with an affiliated repair shop for customer support. The company has experienced continuous growth since its founding, becoming one of Germany's largest online retailers for auto parts and accessories, with sales in the triple-digit million range.
Pets Deli
Series A in 2016
Pets Deli is a prominent direct-to-consumer pet food brand based in Berlin, Germany, focusing on subscription-based eCommerce. The company aims to establish itself as the largest and most customer-centric D2C pet food brand in its primary markets. Pets Deli offers a variety of healthy, species-appropriate products, including basic food, snacks, supplements, and dried meat, all free from artificial additives. Its diverse business model includes online subscriptions, an online shop, offline flagship stores, and partnerships with leading retail chains, allowing pet owners convenient access to high-quality pet food.
Loopline Systems
Venture Round in 2016
Loopline Systems GmbH is an HR technology company based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing software solutions aimed at enhancing employee feedback and performance management. The company's flagship products include Loop Now, a cloud-based platform that facilitates continuous employee surveys and 360-degree feedback, as well as OKR (Objectives and Key Results) management. Additionally, Loopline offers tools for conducting feedback meetings, performance reviews, and fostering employee development. By automating and digitizing feedback and appraisal processes, Loopline Systems aims to increase productivity and boost employee engagement, aligning individual development with overall business growth.
CrossEngage
Seed Round in 2016
CrossEngage GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in cross-channel marketing solutions, founded in 2015. It offers a customer data and engagement platform that integrates with various data sources and marketing channels, allowing digital marketers to efficiently manage their campaigns across email, real-time advertising, onsite interactions, and push notifications. The platform provides comprehensive user profiles and advanced segmentation options based on sociodemographic and purchase history data, enabling personalized and consistent communication with customers. CrossEngage aims to enhance customer engagement and loyalty by addressing the challenges of uncoordinated marketing efforts, thus facilitating a more effective marketing strategy for its clients. The company also has an office in London, further expanding its reach within the European market.
Loopline Systems
Seed Round in 2015
Loopline Systems GmbH is an HR technology company based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing software solutions aimed at enhancing employee feedback and performance management. The company's flagship products include Loop Now, a cloud-based platform that facilitates continuous employee surveys and 360-degree feedback, as well as OKR (Objectives and Key Results) management. Additionally, Loopline offers tools for conducting feedback meetings, performance reviews, and fostering employee development. By automating and digitizing feedback and appraisal processes, Loopline Systems aims to increase productivity and boost employee engagement, aligning individual development with overall business growth.
Kyto is a Software-as-a-Service company based in Berlin that focuses on enhancing the international online presence of small and medium enterprises. Founded in May 2013 by Dr. Martin Mittermeier and Paul Wulff, Kyto offers a proprietary platform that synchronizes company and product data with a global network of business directories, marketplaces, and search engines. This integration enables clients to optimize their lead generation and sales processes in a cost-effective and efficient manner. The platform includes features such as lead identification, geographical visibility improvement, website performance enhancement, targeted search engine marketing, and trade directory management. Kyto has garnered support from recognized investors and established a robust network of international publishing partners, including Europages and IndustryStock, to further bolster its services.
LIQID Investments
Seed Round in 2015
LIQID Investments GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in digital wealth management. The firm offers a platform that delivers access to individually tailored investment portfolios, strategies, and asset classes. By integrating investment expertise with technology, LIQID provides customized wealth management solutions that cater to the specific cost and investment requirements of its clients. Its services include access to private equity, real estate, and venture capital funds, making it a comprehensive provider of investment solutions for a diverse clientele.
Pets Deli
Seed Round in 2015
Pets Deli is a prominent direct-to-consumer pet food brand based in Berlin, Germany, focusing on subscription-based eCommerce. The company aims to establish itself as the largest and most customer-centric D2C pet food brand in its primary markets. Pets Deli offers a variety of healthy, species-appropriate products, including basic food, snacks, supplements, and dried meat, all free from artificial additives. Its diverse business model includes online subscriptions, an online shop, offline flagship stores, and partnerships with leading retail chains, allowing pet owners convenient access to high-quality pet food.
Minodes
Seed Round in 2015
Minodes GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, provides a platform designed to enhance the performance of offline retail stores. The Minodes platform enables retailers to gather insights and metrics related to factors influencing customer behavior and in-store revenues. It offers tools for optimizing operations, store design, and marketing strategies tailored to different customer segments, from first-time visitors to loyal patrons. Additionally, the platform supports location-based mobile marketing campaigns to enrich the in-store experience. By utilizing Minodes, retailers can measure and refine their marketing campaigns and shop window designs, ultimately driving store traffic and improving consumer engagement. As of May 2017, Minodes operates as a subsidiary of Telefónica Germany NEXT GmbH.
Wine in Black
Series C in 2015
Wine in Black GmbH, founded in 2011 and based in Berlin, Germany, operates as an online retailer specializing in premium wines. The company offers a diverse selection, including red, white, champagne, sparkling, rosé, and sweet wines. By collaborating directly with top winemakers, Wine in Black provides customers with access to unique and rare wines at competitive prices, catering to wine enthusiasts and those who appreciate fine quality. As of December 31, 2019, Wine in Black GmbH is a subsidiary of Viva Wine & Spirits Ab.
Contorion
Seed Round in 2014
Contorion GmbH is an online retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in craftsmanship and industrial supplies. Founded in the spring of 2014 by Dr. Frederick Roehder, Richard Schwenke, and Tobias Tschötsch, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including screws, electrical and hand tools, work clothing, and various workshop equipment. Contorion aims to serve both business and private customers by providing a user-friendly shopping experience, professional customer service, and efficient delivery times. As a subsidiary of Hoffmann GmbH Qualitätswerkzeuge since June 2017, Contorion focuses on serving medium-sized companies in trade and industry, helping them save time and resources through its extensive assortment of quality tools and equipment.
Semasio GmbH, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in user intelligence and targeting solutions for digital advertising. The company leverages statistical modeling and machine learning to provide a platform that helps marketers build detailed user profiles and identify target groups. Semasio's offerings include Audience Targeting, Contextual Targeting, and Brand Fit Targeting, utilizing Natural Language Processing to analyze website content and create comprehensive profiles for both websites and users. This enables clients, including global agency networks and advertisers, to strategically address specific audiences and optimize their advertising efforts. Additionally, Semasio's technology allows for precise control over the contextual placements of online advertising content, ensuring relevance and efficiency. With development centers in Denmark and Portugal, Semasio is dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of programmatic advertising in a privacy-conscious environment.
Minodes
Seed Round in 2014
Minodes GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, provides a platform designed to enhance the performance of offline retail stores. The Minodes platform enables retailers to gather insights and metrics related to factors influencing customer behavior and in-store revenues. It offers tools for optimizing operations, store design, and marketing strategies tailored to different customer segments, from first-time visitors to loyal patrons. Additionally, the platform supports location-based mobile marketing campaigns to enrich the in-store experience. By utilizing Minodes, retailers can measure and refine their marketing campaigns and shop window designs, ultimately driving store traffic and improving consumer engagement. As of May 2017, Minodes operates as a subsidiary of Telefónica Germany NEXT GmbH.
42matters
Series A in 2014
42matters AG is a Swiss company specializing in mobile app data analytics and app store insights. Established in 2011 and based in Zurich, 42matters provides access to comprehensive metadata, insights, and audience analytics for Android and iOS applications through its API and database. By utilizing machine learning algorithms, the company analyzes every app and developer across major app stores and connected TV channels. Its suite of products includes the Explorer, a web-based market research tool, alongside various APIs and extensive data integration services. 42matters tracks thousands of metrics for over 10 million apps, covering aspects such as publisher insights, download history, integrated SDKs, and user demographics. The company serves a diverse clientele in sectors including security, advertising, and market research, enabling them to monitor app store trends, explore new markets, and analyze competitive dynamics effectively.
Kochzauber Food
Series A in 2013
Kochzauber Food GmbH, founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in internet retail of cook boxes, offering a convenient solution for meal preparation. The company provides a diverse selection of recipes and ingredients, allowing customers to choose from various themed boxes, including an original box, veggie box, family box, and a weight watchers box. Each week, Kochzauber delivers curated recipes and the necessary ingredients directly to customers' homes, accompanied by detailed step-by-step cooking instructions. Additionally, the company offers seasonal options, such as an Adventsbox for Christmas baking. With a focus on enhancing the cooking experience, Kochzauber also provides printable gift coupons sent via email, catering to a wide range of culinary preferences and dietary needs. In 2015, Kochzauber became a subsidiary of Lidl GmbH & Co. KG, further solidifying its position in the food delivery market.
Toroleo
Seed Round in 2013
Toroleo is a Berlin-based company established in May 2012 by Manuel Hinz, specializing in price and product comparison for the automotive sector. The platform enables users to compare prices for a wide range of automotive products, including vehicle parts, accessories, tires, rims, and auto insurance, from various retailers. In addition to facilitating product comparisons, Toroleo also offers services for comparing car rental options. The platform serves as a valuable marketing channel for businesses within the automotive industry, connecting consumers with the best available offers and retailers.
metrigo GmbH, founded in 2011 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in data-driven solutions for display advertising campaigns. The company offers a demand side platform (DSP) that includes data management, real-time bidding, and ad serving capabilities. It aims to fully integrate advertisers' data and business metrics, enhancing the effectiveness of advertising strategies. In addition to its core platform services, metrigo provides access to various inventory marketplaces, allowing clients to optimize their advertising efforts. As of 2015, metrigo operates as a subsidiary of Zalando SE, further expanding its reach and resources in the advertising technology sector.
Wine in Black
Series B in 2012
Wine in Black GmbH, founded in 2011 and based in Berlin, Germany, operates as an online retailer specializing in premium wines. The company offers a diverse selection, including red, white, champagne, sparkling, rosé, and sweet wines. By collaborating directly with top winemakers, Wine in Black provides customers with access to unique and rare wines at competitive prices, catering to wine enthusiasts and those who appreciate fine quality. As of December 31, 2019, Wine in Black GmbH is a subsidiary of Viva Wine & Spirits Ab.
Semasio GmbH, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in user intelligence and targeting solutions for digital advertising. The company leverages statistical modeling and machine learning to provide a platform that helps marketers build detailed user profiles and identify target groups. Semasio's offerings include Audience Targeting, Contextual Targeting, and Brand Fit Targeting, utilizing Natural Language Processing to analyze website content and create comprehensive profiles for both websites and users. This enables clients, including global agency networks and advertisers, to strategically address specific audiences and optimize their advertising efforts. Additionally, Semasio's technology allows for precise control over the contextual placements of online advertising content, ensuring relevance and efficiency. With development centers in Denmark and Portugal, Semasio is dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of programmatic advertising in a privacy-conscious environment.
Kochzauber Food
Seed Round in 2012
Kochzauber Food GmbH, founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in internet retail of cook boxes, offering a convenient solution for meal preparation. The company provides a diverse selection of recipes and ingredients, allowing customers to choose from various themed boxes, including an original box, veggie box, family box, and a weight watchers box. Each week, Kochzauber delivers curated recipes and the necessary ingredients directly to customers' homes, accompanied by detailed step-by-step cooking instructions. Additionally, the company offers seasonal options, such as an Adventsbox for Christmas baking. With a focus on enhancing the cooking experience, Kochzauber also provides printable gift coupons sent via email, catering to a wide range of culinary preferences and dietary needs. In 2015, Kochzauber became a subsidiary of Lidl GmbH & Co. KG, further solidifying its position in the food delivery market.
Tirendo is a European e-commerce company based in Berlin, Germany, that specializes in the sale and distribution of tires for cars, motorcycles, and caravans. Founded in 2011, Tirendo offers a wide selection of seasonal tires, catering to summer and winter needs. Its motorcycle tire range includes various types such as cruiser, enduro, motocross, sport touring, racing, and street tires. The company operates an online portal that allows customers to purchase branded tires and automotive accessories at discounted prices, providing a convenient shopping experience across 11 European countries, including the United Kingdom.
nu3 GmbH is an online retailer specializing in nutritional food, health supplements, fitness, and beauty products. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with an additional presence in São Paulo, Brazil, the company provides a diverse range of offerings, including its own branded products as well as items from other brands. nu3 also emphasizes customer support by offering nutritional advice over the phone and maintaining a blog that provides technical advice and health tips. The company's platform aims to create a comprehensive marketplace for health-conscious consumers, making it easier for them to access a variety of natural products, food supplements, and vitamins at competitive prices. As of 2018, nu3 operates as a subsidiary of Shop Apotheke Europe N.V.
Wine in Black
Series A in 2012
Wine in Black GmbH, founded in 2011 and based in Berlin, Germany, operates as an online retailer specializing in premium wines. The company offers a diverse selection, including red, white, champagne, sparkling, rosé, and sweet wines. By collaborating directly with top winemakers, Wine in Black provides customers with access to unique and rare wines at competitive prices, catering to wine enthusiasts and those who appreciate fine quality. As of December 31, 2019, Wine in Black GmbH is a subsidiary of Viva Wine & Spirits Ab.
Tirendo
Seed Round in 2012
Tirendo is a European e-commerce company based in Berlin, Germany, that specializes in the sale and distribution of tires for cars, motorcycles, and caravans. Founded in 2011, Tirendo offers a wide selection of seasonal tires, catering to summer and winter needs. Its motorcycle tire range includes various types such as cruiser, enduro, motocross, sport touring, racing, and street tires. The company operates an online portal that allows customers to purchase branded tires and automotive accessories at discounted prices, providing a convenient shopping experience across 11 European countries, including the United Kingdom.
Amerano
Seed Round in 2012
Amerano is an online retailer specializing in tailor-made shirts, launched in January 2011 in Berlin, Germany. The company focuses on the men's fashion market, offering a range of customizable clothing options that cater to individual preferences. By combining quality manufacturing with an accessible online shopping platform, Amerano aims to provide customers with personalized fashion solutions.
Tirendo
Seed Round in 2011
Tirendo is a European e-commerce company based in Berlin, Germany, that specializes in the sale and distribution of tires for cars, motorcycles, and caravans. Founded in 2011, Tirendo offers a wide selection of seasonal tires, catering to summer and winter needs. Its motorcycle tire range includes various types such as cruiser, enduro, motocross, sport touring, racing, and street tires. The company operates an online portal that allows customers to purchase branded tires and automotive accessories at discounted prices, providing a convenient shopping experience across 11 European countries, including the United Kingdom.
Treatwell
Series A in 2008
Treatwell is an online platform specializing in bookings for beauty and wellness services, including hair, spa, and health treatments. Catering primarily to the Benelux region, it features over 2,500 salons and studios across 60 cities, such as Amsterdam, Cologne, and Berlin. The platform facilitates the discovery and comparison of beauty services through user reviews, enhancing the customer experience while providing salon owners with tools to attract and retain clientele. By offering a seamless online booking system, Treatwell empowers users to schedule appointments at their convenience, while also helping businesses increase revenue through improved customer engagement. The company operates offices in Amsterdam and Berlin and is part of the Wahanda Group, a leading marketplace for beauty services in Europe.