Samaipata

Samaipata is a venture capital firm based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in early-stage investments, particularly in seed and startup phases. The firm primarily focuses on e-commerce and marketplace companies, with a geographic emphasis on Southern Europe, including Spain, France, and the United Kingdom. Samaipata typically invests between €0.5 million and €1.5 million in each company, with average initial investments ranging from €300,000 to €700,000. The fund aims to support entrepreneurs not only through financial backing but also by providing expertise in areas such as finance, strategy, and marketing. Currently, Samaipata has invested in five startups, including a sports equipment e-commerce platform and an online job search portal, with plans to expand its portfolio to 22 investments over the next few years. The firm is managed by a team of experienced professionals, including its co-founder José del Barrio, who emphasize a hands-on approach to support the growth of their investee companies.

del Barrio Puerta, José

Co-Founder & Partner

Stephanie Chan

Associate

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin

Principal

Pablo Ferreras

Chief Financial Officer

Luis Garay

Partner

Cyprien Hallé

Associate

Íñigo Laucirica

Investment Manager

Fernández Medrano, Sebastián

Principal

Eduardo Diez-Hochleitner R.

Founding Partner, Chairman

Past deals in Catalonia

Colvin

Series B in 2020
At The Colvin Co we aim to change the way people buy flowers online by offering intermediary-free bouquets selected by our floral gurus through an optimised platform that delivers best-in-class user experience.

Colvin

Venture Round in 2018
At The Colvin Co we aim to change the way people buy flowers online by offering intermediary-free bouquets selected by our floral gurus through an optimised platform that delivers best-in-class user experience.

21Buttons

Series B in 2018
21Buttons is a technology start-up for fashion social and shopping lovers. It provides the tools everyone who loves fashion is looking for and allows to buy everything that friends and favourite influencers have shared with just a click.\ 21Buttons was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain.

Spotahome

Series B in 2018
Spotahome, S.L. is an online platform that specializes in mid to long-term accommodation rentals, catering primarily to expatriates, students, and professionals moving abroad. Established in March 2014 and based in Madrid, Spain, Spotahome offers a wide selection of personally-checked properties, including rooms, apartments, and student dorms, across various cities such as Milan, Rome, Madrid, Barcelona, and London. The platform features detailed property descriptions, high-quality photographs, HD video tours, and floor plans, enabling tenants to make informed decisions without needing to conduct in-person viewings. By allowing users to secure accommodations for over a month in advance, Spotahome simplifies the housing search process for individuals relocating to Spain, Italy, France, Belgium, Ireland, and the UK.

OnTruck

Series B in 2018
OnTruck is a technology-driven platform that facilitates regional merchandise transport by connecting businesses with a network of professional freight carriers. The service allows companies to obtain immediate and transparent pricing for shipping pallets of goods, streamlining the process of scheduling shipments, which can be completed in under two minutes. OnTruck operates in Spain and the United Kingdom, covering areas such as Madrid, Catalonia, Valencia, and London. The platform offers real-time tracking of shipments and aims to optimize the use of industrial vehicles by efficiently generating delivery routes, thereby minimizing empty kilometers traveled. Additionally, OnTruck's pricing is competitive, providing rates that can be up to 50% lower than typical industry standards. The company utilizes artificial intelligence to match shipments with the appropriate carriers quickly, enhancing the overall efficiency of freight management.

Colvin

Seed Round in 2017
At The Colvin Co we aim to change the way people buy flowers online by offering intermediary-free bouquets selected by our floral gurus through an optimised platform that delivers best-in-class user experience.

Spotahome

Series A in 2017
Spotahome, S.L. is an online platform that specializes in mid to long-term accommodation rentals, catering primarily to expatriates, students, and professionals moving abroad. Established in March 2014 and based in Madrid, Spain, Spotahome offers a wide selection of personally-checked properties, including rooms, apartments, and student dorms, across various cities such as Milan, Rome, Madrid, Barcelona, and London. The platform features detailed property descriptions, high-quality photographs, HD video tours, and floor plans, enabling tenants to make informed decisions without needing to conduct in-person viewings. By allowing users to secure accommodations for over a month in advance, Spotahome simplifies the housing search process for individuals relocating to Spain, Italy, France, Belgium, Ireland, and the UK.

21Buttons

Series A in 2017
21Buttons is a technology start-up for fashion social and shopping lovers. It provides the tools everyone who loves fashion is looking for and allows to buy everything that friends and favourite influencers have shared with just a click.\ 21Buttons was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain.

CornerJob

Series C in 2017
CornerJob is a Barcelona-based startup that operates as a job matching platform designed to streamline the recruitment process for both companies and candidates. Founded by Antai Venture Builder, it is part of a prominent digital ecosystem in Southern Europe. The platform allows users to find geolocated job offers, apply directly, and communicate with recruiters through a chat feature, ensuring responses within 24 hours. This approach offers companies an efficient recruiting channel characterized by simplicity and immediate interaction, while also assisting candidates in quickly identifying suitable job opportunities. By integrating mobile technology and innovative features, CornerJob aims to enhance the overall job search and hiring experience.

OnTruck

Series A in 2017
OnTruck is a technology-driven platform that facilitates regional merchandise transport by connecting businesses with a network of professional freight carriers. The service allows companies to obtain immediate and transparent pricing for shipping pallets of goods, streamlining the process of scheduling shipments, which can be completed in under two minutes. OnTruck operates in Spain and the United Kingdom, covering areas such as Madrid, Catalonia, Valencia, and London. The platform offers real-time tracking of shipments and aims to optimize the use of industrial vehicles by efficiently generating delivery routes, thereby minimizing empty kilometers traveled. Additionally, OnTruck's pricing is competitive, providing rates that can be up to 50% lower than typical industry standards. The company utilizes artificial intelligence to match shipments with the appropriate carriers quickly, enhancing the overall efficiency of freight management.

Colvin

Seed Round in 2017
At The Colvin Co we aim to change the way people buy flowers online by offering intermediary-free bouquets selected by our floral gurus through an optimised platform that delivers best-in-class user experience.

21Buttons

Seed Round in 2017
21Buttons is a technology start-up for fashion social and shopping lovers. It provides the tools everyone who loves fashion is looking for and allows to buy everything that friends and favourite influencers have shared with just a click.\ 21Buttons was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain.

OnTruck

Seed Round in 2016
OnTruck is a technology-driven platform that facilitates regional merchandise transport by connecting businesses with a network of professional freight carriers. The service allows companies to obtain immediate and transparent pricing for shipping pallets of goods, streamlining the process of scheduling shipments, which can be completed in under two minutes. OnTruck operates in Spain and the United Kingdom, covering areas such as Madrid, Catalonia, Valencia, and London. The platform offers real-time tracking of shipments and aims to optimize the use of industrial vehicles by efficiently generating delivery routes, thereby minimizing empty kilometers traveled. Additionally, OnTruck's pricing is competitive, providing rates that can be up to 50% lower than typical industry standards. The company utilizes artificial intelligence to match shipments with the appropriate carriers quickly, enhancing the overall efficiency of freight management.

Deporvillage

Venture Round in 2016
Deporvillage, S.L., founded in 2010 and based in Barcelona, Spain, operates an online sporting goods store that specializes in a wide range of sports equipment and apparel. The company aims to be a leading destination for athletes by offering a comprehensive selection of high-quality products from renowned brands at competitive prices. Deporvillage's e-commerce platform features items related to various sports, including gym workouts, cycling, outdoor activities, and running. It focuses on delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring a seamless shopping experience through continuous innovation in its operations.

CornerJob

Series A in 2016
CornerJob is a Barcelona-based startup that operates as a job matching platform designed to streamline the recruitment process for both companies and candidates. Founded by Antai Venture Builder, it is part of a prominent digital ecosystem in Southern Europe. The platform allows users to find geolocated job offers, apply directly, and communicate with recruiters through a chat feature, ensuring responses within 24 hours. This approach offers companies an efficient recruiting channel characterized by simplicity and immediate interaction, while also assisting candidates in quickly identifying suitable job opportunities. By integrating mobile technology and innovative features, CornerJob aims to enhance the overall job search and hiring experience.

Deporvillage

Series A in 2015
Deporvillage, S.L., founded in 2010 and based in Barcelona, Spain, operates an online sporting goods store that specializes in a wide range of sports equipment and apparel. The company aims to be a leading destination for athletes by offering a comprehensive selection of high-quality products from renowned brands at competitive prices. Deporvillage's e-commerce platform features items related to various sports, including gym workouts, cycling, outdoor activities, and running. It focuses on delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring a seamless shopping experience through continuous innovation in its operations.