Takeoff Partners

Takeoff Partners is a venture capital firm based in Helsinki, Finland, founded in 2014 by Markko Vaarnas. The firm specializes in providing growth advisory and private investment services, focusing on the internationalization of B2B software and services. Takeoff Partners leverages its extensive experience to offer advisory and coaching services aimed at helping businesses expand. Its portfolio includes companies such as Meetingpackage.com, LATO Tools, Tellybean, Enbrite.ly, Cuckoo Workout, and Havusport. The firm actively seeks investment opportunities in the software as a service and B2B service sectors across the Asia-Pacific, Americas, and European markets.

Jouko Virtanen

Senior Partner

17 past transactions

Miradore

Private Equity Round in 2018
Miradore Ltd. is a provider of cloud-based IT lifecycle management systems, facilitating the efficient management of diverse IT environments for organizations. Founded in 2006 and based in Lappeenranta, Finland, with additional offices in Helsinki, the company offers integrated solutions that encompass asset management, configuration management, and lifecycle management tools. Miradore enables remote access to a variety of end-user devices, including desktops, laptops, and mobile devices, while supporting the entire IT lifecycle from purchasing and installation to maintenance and retirement of equipment. The platform provides a dynamic real-time asset management system that keeps IT service providers informed about their assets, ensuring reliable and updated information. Miradore also includes a built-in configuration management system that automates changes and maintains records, thereby enhancing operational transparency and compliance. Its services cater to IT service providers, enterprises, healthcare, government entities, and the Finnish military, making it a versatile choice for comprehensive IT management.

UPGRD

Venture Round in 2018
UPGRD is a company that specializes in transforming traditional portrait-style photographs into vibrant artwork through professional graphic design and photo editing services. Additionally, UPGRD operates a professional training and coaching platform aimed at helping individuals gain control over their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This platform provides tools and resources that enable clients to achieve personal and professional growth, facilitating a seamless training experience for employees. By combining artistic photo enhancements with effective coaching solutions, UPGRD seeks to inspire creativity and foster development in various aspects of life.

MeetingPackage

Seed Round in 2017
MeetingPackage.com lets you book meeting rooms & packages just like you book hotel rooms from your favourite travel website. Over 250 000 meeting rooms that include 3,4 and 5 star hotels and also unique venues. MeetingPackage.com saves time & money from the booking process of organising offsite meetings & events. Within the same tool you can also communicate directly with the venue, keep track on expenses and get real-time reporting to your management. MeetingPackage.com can be used for the standard half a day and day meetings as well as more complicated events. For Meeting Venues (Hotels, Conference Centers, Unique Venues etc.) we offer access to corporate clientele without eRFP spam! Seasonal pricing, multi-user functionality, reporting and full management of incoming bookings. Everything is in one place. Our API makes integrations possible for Sales & Catering softwares. ** MeetingPackage.com is the only marketplace globally to be integrated with Oracle Opera Sales & Catering. This gives access to the live availability and pricing for the majority of the meeting rooms in hotels around the world.

CollectiveCrunch

Seed Round in 2017
CollectiveCrunch is an AI leader in the forestry industry. We collect climate, geo and process data and crunch this information into AI models for better prediction of forest inventories and forest management parameters. Several of the top forestry players the Nordics and Baltics are our customers. Our product is called Linda Forest and is delivered via a SaaS platform. Using Linda Forest our customers make better buying and selling decisions, use wood-based raw material more efficiently, and overall reduce their costs. Currently focussed on Nordic and Baltic countries we are adopting the solution to Northern America, Russia and other forestry markets. Moreover, the solution can be adopted to new opportunities such as prediction of forest risk and modelling of CO2 sequestration.

Humap

Venture Round in 2017
Humap Software Oy, established in 2007 and located in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in developing software solutions aimed at digitalizing the consulting business. Drawing on two decades of expertise in change management consulting, the company's flagship product, REAL, is a web-based engagement and collaboration platform. REAL is designed to enhance productivity by replacing traditional in-person workshops, enabling distributed teams to engage effectively. The platform allows for rapid customization of processes and content to meet the specific needs of individual clients, facilitating seamless participation from large organizations on any device. Humap's solutions are currently utilized by over 100 organizations across ten countries, demonstrating their effectiveness in driving engagement and impact.

Tellybean

Equity Crowdfunding in 2017
Tellybean Ltd. is a company based in Helsinki, Finland, that specializes in video calling solutions. Founded in 2011, Tellybean provides a platform that allows users to transform their televisions into videophones, facilitating life-sized video calls with family and friends. The service is accessible through both smart televisions and Android devices, enabling users to engage in face-to-face communication regardless of distance. Tellybean's applications focus on enhancing the video conferencing experience, making it more accessible and user-friendly for individuals looking to connect with loved ones.

Buildie

Seed Round in 2017
Buildie is a software company that specializes in developing software products aimed at enhancing documentation and quality management for construction companies. Their platform provides operational tools that facilitate the creation of building documents, images, and site logs. Additionally, Buildie's software includes features that allow users to take various measurements directly on the job site using mobile devices. This functionality enables clients to perform systematic photo editing and manage documentation effectively, streamlining construction processes and improving overall project management.

Pilvi

Private Equity Round in 2016
Pilvi Cloud Company Ltd specializes in developing an online sales software platform aimed at automating the sale of digital products, including Software as a Service (SaaS) and cloud services. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, the company offers tools such as Pilvi Cloud Shop, which serves as a customizable online store for SaaS companies, and the Pilvi Cloud Commerce Platform, designed for the sale and management of ongoing services. These solutions facilitate the trial, sales, and payment processes while also addressing ongoing maintenance to minimize customer attrition. Pilvi's platform is tailored specifically for hosting providers and cloud brokers, allowing them to enhance their sales capabilities and manage their offerings through integrated services. The company also provides strategic insights and technological expertise to support its clients in scaling their sales efforts effectively.

Futures Platform

Venture Round in 2016
Futures Platform Oy is a Helsinki-based company that provides a web-based tool designed to assist organizations in understanding and navigating future trends. The platform offers a visual radar that highlights emerging trends and changes, enabling users to create a comprehensive view of potential future developments. It features a trends map that includes articles and videos from foresight experts, inspiring users in both corporate and public sectors to contemplate likely future scenarios. Additionally, the tool encourages discussion among users, allowing them to prioritize critical forces of change that warrant attention and preparation. Founded in 2016, Futures Platform aims to facilitate informed decision-making in an ever-evolving landscape.

Zero Keyboard

Seed Round in 2015
Zero Keyboard makes data entry into Salesforce fast and easy. It enables users to log calls, create leads, scan business cards, collect information, manage tasks, calendar events, and more on the go, even offline, without typing. Zero Keyboard is the perfect companion for Salesforce users.

LATO

Venture Round in 2015
LATO Leadership Automation Tools Ltd. is a software company based in Helsinki, Finland, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a user-friendly software platform that aids organizations in the implementation of strategies and business plans. The platform allows clients to cascade strategies effectively, align team goals, and track progress transparently. By facilitating action planning and collaboration, LATO empowers teams to achieve visible results and enhances management routines across various sectors, including businesses, nonprofits, and public organizations. The software's automation of goal-setting and status reporting simplifies the execution of strategies, ultimately saving time and effort while promoting excellence in organizational performance.

Fourdeg

Funding Round in 2015
Fourdeg is a company that specializes in heating optimization technology for water radiator systems in buildings. Founded in 2013 and based in Esbo, Finland, it offers solutions that enhance energy efficiency and improve temperature control, leading to significant energy savings and reduced heating costs. The company's advanced algorithms enable adaptive temperature management at a room level, making it suitable for various types of buildings, including residential, commercial, and public structures. Fourdeg's expertise combines over 90 years of experience in consumer and infrastructure business, product development, and energy technology, supported by collaboration with Aalto University. Its systems not only improve indoor comfort but also contribute to lower carbon footprints, with the potential for impact at individual room, building, and city levels.

Cuckoo Workout

Private Equity Round in 2015
Cuckoo Workout is a work wellness startup company that offers its customers a web-based activity game. It offers Cuckoo, a corporate wellness tool that increase employees’ physical activity during the workday and helps avoid the risks of sedentary work.

Enbritely

Seed Round in 2015
Enbrite.ly is a company that specializes in optimizing online marketing performance through comprehensive tools and services. Founded in 2014 and based in Budapest, Hungary, it focuses on marketing source analysis and reporting to combat fraudulent activities in advertising. The company provides detailed assessments and action plans aimed at enhancing return on investment across various marketing channels. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including webshops, advertising networks, and traffic brokers, helping them to ensure safe and effective marketing practices. Enbrite.ly's approach combines data science, analytics, and app development to support business growth and improve competitive positioning in the market.

Videoly

Private Equity Round in 2015
Videoly is an automated video discovery and management tool tailored for e-commerce businesses. The platform enables online stores to seamlessly integrate a variety of product videos, such as brand videos, reviews, and unboxings, directly onto their product pages without requiring manual input. By automating the video integration process, Videoly helps enhance the shopping experience, as videos have been shown to improve conversion rates, increase order values, and extend the time customers spend on sites. This solution empowers retailers to provide validated product information through an automated search tool, thereby instilling confidence in consumers when making purchasing decisions.

Framery

Private Equity Round in 2015
Framery Oy, founded in 2010 and based in Tampere, Finland, specializes in the manufacture and development of soundproof private spaces and pods designed to enhance workplace happiness and productivity. The company offers a range of products, including acoustic phone booths suitable for open-plan offices and public areas. Notable products include Framery O, which is equipped for individual use with features like a table top, air ventilation, electric sockets, and LED lighting, creating an echo-free environment for calls and video conferences. Framery Q caters to groups by providing a comfortable space for meetings and collaborative sessions, featuring adjustable tables and lighting. Through its innovative designs, Framery aims to redefine workspaces by promoting privacy and focus in increasingly open office environments.

CareCare

Venture Round in 2013
CareCare Oy is a Finnish company that specializes in manufacturing ergonomic, single-use products designed for the safe movement of patients in hospitals and nursing homes. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Joensuu, the company offers a range of products that include grip socks to reduce slipping risks, slide films for patient transfers, transfer mitts for repositioning, and rolling racks for film dispensing. CareCare also provides a daily storage bag for patients, enhancing convenience in care settings. The company sells its products both through traditional channels and online, ensuring accessibility for its customers.
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