Vorwerk Ventures

Vorwerk Ventures is the venture capital and private equity division of Vorwerk & Co. KG, established in 2008 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The firm specializes in growth capital investments, targeting mid and late-stage venture, growth phase, and young middle-market companies. It focuses primarily on consumer technology, particularly those employing direct-to-consumer business models. Vorwerk Ventures invests between €1 million and €10 million in its portfolio companies, with a preference for minority equity stakes. The investment strategy encompasses a wide geographical range, including developed markets in Europe, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and the United States. The firm emphasizes the importance of a strong founding team, existing market presence, and a well-defined exit strategy when considering investment opportunities, which often begin at the Seed and Series A stages. With assets under management exceeding €250 million, Vorwerk Ventures is committed to supporting innovative entrepreneurs in the consumer-facing digital business sector.

Sascha Günther

Principal

Constantin Koenigsegg

Investment Manager

Dirk Meurer

Managing Partner

Norbert Muschong

Managing Partner

Jörg Neermann

Venture Partner

Katharina Neuhaus

Principal

Peter Schmetz

Investor

Holger Witte

Partner

69 past transactions

Sunhero

Series A in 2023
Sunhero delivers custom-built solar panel solutions. Sunhero offers consumers a hassle-free method of installing customised photovoltaic solar systems on their homes, be that either purchasing outright or renting for a 20 year period.

Rex

Seed Round in 2022
Operator of a veterinary clinic designed to make pets feel comfortable and provide veterinary services. The company offers mobile appointment booking, telehealth visits and regular reminders about vaccinations and check-ups and provides pet checkups, preventive care and diagnostics, enabling pet owners to take care of their pets and receive veterinary care.

Everdrop

Series B in 2022
everdrop GmbH manufactures plastic-free packaged cleanser tablets. It offers spray bottles and laundry detergent powder. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Munich, Germany.

rebike1 GmbH

Venture Round in 2022
rebike1 purchases new E-Bikes from Top manufactures and brands like Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, Orbea. After renting the E-Bikes to businesses and consumers, the fully refurbished E-Bikes are sold with a 2 yr. warranty on rebike1. rebike1 also purchases used stock of E-Bikes from rental stations and retailers and sell them fully refurbished to consumers. In Oberstdorf, a Top tourist location south of Munich, rebike1 operates the largest E-Bike rental station in the area. Under the brand ebike1verleih, the rental business is expanding within tourist areas in partnership with local bike-shops. rebike1 GmbH was founded 2018 and has 18 employees today.

Avi Medical

Series B in 2022
Avi Medical GmbH develops medical consultation application for patients. It offers online appointment and video call options. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Munich, Germany.

Better Dairy

Series A in 2022
The Better Dairy Co. produces dairy products. It offers chees, yoghurt, and ice cream. The company is based in London, United Kingdom.

Alpakas

Seed Round in 2022
Alpacas, in the storm of delivery services, offer a real alternative. With their e-cargo bikes, they deliver sustainable products, sustainably packaged, directly to their homes. Those delivery products include fresh foods, pastries, beverages, household products, and beauty care. They offer gift packs for new products and on a weekly sales basis.

Sharpist

Series A in 2022
Sharpist GmbH develops an online platform for coaching, learning development, and leadership programs. It offers video coaching, personalized exercise, goal setting, and explanation services through its platform. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Zapp

Series B in 2022
Zapp is a company that specializes in on-demand delivery services, focusing on providing essential items swiftly and conveniently. Founded in 2020 and based in Kent, United Kingdom, Zapp offers a platform that allows customers to order groceries and other everyday necessities from local stores, delivering them directly to their doors. The service operates 24/7, ensuring that users can access a wide range of products, including snacks, drinks, and groceries, all within minutes. Zapp is supported by prominent investors and boasts a team with significant experience from leading companies in the delivery and e-commerce sectors.

MedKitDoc

Seed Round in 2021
MedKitDoc offers patients talks to doctors via video conference by medical professionals who can examine patients by using certified medical devices.

FORMEL Skin

Series A in 2021
FORMEL Skin is a company that specializes in the manufacture of dermatology products, focusing on digitizing and transforming the field of dermatology. It operates as a vertically integrated e-health service, providing medical and science-based solutions to address a wide range of dermatological conditions. The company's offerings are tailored to meet the specific needs of individuals, with products customized after comprehensive evaluations by dermatologists. This approach allows patients with skin issues to receive personalized treatment plans that are designed to effectively address their unique conditions.

Ruuky

Seed Round in 2021
Ruuky is the first German Neobank for the Generation Z. We have a European ambition and are offering a social interactive banking experience with a virtual- and physical Debit- Mastercard.

Mädchenflohmarkt

Venture Round in 2021
Mädchenflohmarkt GmbH operates an online platform for sale of second hand clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories for girls. It offers a free concierge service to users wanting to sell their goods on the platform, without listing their goods themselves. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Stuttgart, Germany.

Tickitto

Seed Round in 2021
Tickitto AI Ltd, doing business as Tickitto, develops and operates tools that connects ticketing platforms and travel distributors. It offers solutions, such as API, a solution that allows partners to access inventory, pricing, and availability through a single pipe from the supplier; Web application to buy tickets for music, sports, theatre, live entertainment, tours, and museums; and commission tracking dashboard that enables users to track in real time the commission users are earning from selling tickets through API. The company was formerly known as Sagacity Communications Ltd and changed its name to Tickitto Ai Ltd in February 2018. Tickitto AI Ltd was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Bath, United Kingdom.

Planted Foods

Convertible Note in 2021
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives, including products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken. Founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, the company utilizes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By focusing on high-quality, natural ingredients, Planted Foods aims to deliver nutritious, high-protein products that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers.

Planted Foods

Convertible Note in 2021
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives, including products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken. Founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, the company utilizes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By focusing on high-quality, natural ingredients, Planted Foods aims to deliver nutritious, high-protein products that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers.

Habyt

Series B in 2021
Habyt is a developer and supplier of a comprehensive concept for temporary living. Starting with the renting and fitting of suitable objects over the search for suitable prospective customers up to an all-round care of the tenants.

Aitme

Venture Round in 2021
We developed a fully automated robotic kitchen serving a variety of 100s of different dishes - always freshly cooked and customised by the user. As a start our business model is selling / leasing the robots to corporate clients to provide a flexible lunch option for employees. We take care of the whole operations and also sell the dishes - which is our actual profit stream. As the robot is very flexible we also see big potential in ghost kitchens, high frequency locations (train stations, airports, hospitals) and restaurants.

Avi Medical

Series A in 2021
Avi Medical GmbH develops medical consultation application for patients. It offers online appointment and video call options. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Munich, Germany.

Boon

Seed Round in 2021
Boon is a live streaming platform that enhances the interaction between influencers and their most dedicated fans. By facilitating exclusive events, Boon allows creators to schedule live sessions with a limited number of participants, fostering a more personal and authentic communication experience. This engagement model not only deepens the connection between stars and their audiences but also provides influencers with new revenue opportunities. The platform is designed to transform casual fans into passionate supporters by rewarding their loyalty and involvement, creating a vibrant community centered around shared experiences.

rebike1 GmbH

Series B in 2021
rebike1 purchases new E-Bikes from Top manufactures and brands like Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, Orbea. After renting the E-Bikes to businesses and consumers, the fully refurbished E-Bikes are sold with a 2 yr. warranty on rebike1. rebike1 also purchases used stock of E-Bikes from rental stations and retailers and sell them fully refurbished to consumers. In Oberstdorf, a Top tourist location south of Munich, rebike1 operates the largest E-Bike rental station in the area. Under the brand ebike1verleih, the rental business is expanding within tourist areas in partnership with local bike-shops. rebike1 GmbH was founded 2018 and has 18 employees today.

Planted Foods

Series A in 2021
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives, including products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken. Founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, the company utilizes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By focusing on high-quality, natural ingredients, Planted Foods aims to deliver nutritious, high-protein products that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers.

Everdrop

Seed Round in 2021
everdrop GmbH manufactures plastic-free packaged cleanser tablets. It offers spray bottles and laundry detergent powder. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Munich, Germany.

Avi Medical

Seed Round in 2021
Avi Medical GmbH develops medical consultation application for patients. It offers online appointment and video call options. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Munich, Germany.

Smartfrog

Venture Round in 2020
Smartfrog is a technology company founded in 2014 by Abbas Sadegh, Andreas Rudyk, and Norbert Stangl, specializing in home surveillance solutions. It provides a comprehensive service that includes an application for both Android and iOS, a camera, and video storage capabilities. The company's offerings are designed to monitor various environments such as homes, apartments, and holiday properties, as well as to oversee children, pets, and business locations. Smartfrog focuses on consumer IoT solutions, aiming to make modern technologies accessible, affordable, and safe for users. Its DIY smart home security subscription services are user-friendly and cater to a wide demographic, supporting individuals throughout different life stages.

FORMEL Skin

Seed Round in 2020
FORMEL Skin is a company that specializes in the manufacture of dermatology products, focusing on digitizing and transforming the field of dermatology. It operates as a vertically integrated e-health service, providing medical and science-based solutions to address a wide range of dermatological conditions. The company's offerings are tailored to meet the specific needs of individuals, with products customized after comprehensive evaluations by dermatologists. This approach allows patients with skin issues to receive personalized treatment plans that are designed to effectively address their unique conditions.

CrossEngage

Venture Round in 2020
CrossEngage GmbH is a Customer Data and Engagement Platform based in Berlin, Germany, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom. Established in 2015, the company offers a cross-channel marketing cloud solution that enables marketing managers to orchestrate campaigns across various channels, such as email, real-time advertising, onsite messaging, and push notifications. The platform provides comprehensive user profiles and allows for user segmentation based on sociodemographic information and historical purchase data. By integrating seamlessly with existing marketing infrastructures, CrossEngage helps businesses enhance customer engagement and loyalty through personalized and coordinated communication. The company's solutions address the challenges posed by uncoordinated marketing activities, thereby improving the overall customer experience and aligning with the priorities of digital marketers in Germany.

homefully

Series A in 2020
homefully GmbH provides co-living spaces for rentals and paying guest accommodation. The company offers fully furnished bedroom, cleaning services, concierge service and personal check-in services, and kitchen. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany with additional locations in Berlin, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Munich, Stuttgart, Zurich, and Hamburg, Germany.

Sharpist

Seed Round in 2020
Sharpist GmbH develops an online platform for coaching, learning development, and leadership programs. It offers video coaching, personalized exercise, goal setting, and explanation services through its platform. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

ottonova

Series D in 2019
Ottonova Holding AG, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing health insurance products via a digital platform. The company focuses on simplifying the insurance experience for its users, offering a range of services designed to support their health needs. Ottonova aims to be a dependable health partner, ensuring that customers have access to the necessary resources for their well-being. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance the everyday lives of its clients while addressing their long-term health insurance requirements.

rebike1 GmbH

Series A in 2019
rebike1 purchases new E-Bikes from Top manufactures and brands like Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, Orbea. After renting the E-Bikes to businesses and consumers, the fully refurbished E-Bikes are sold with a 2 yr. warranty on rebike1. rebike1 also purchases used stock of E-Bikes from rental stations and retailers and sell them fully refurbished to consumers. In Oberstdorf, a Top tourist location south of Munich, rebike1 operates the largest E-Bike rental station in the area. Under the brand ebike1verleih, the rental business is expanding within tourist areas in partnership with local bike-shops. rebike1 GmbH was founded 2018 and has 18 employees today.

HelloFreshGO

Series A in 2019
HelloFreshGO GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing smart vending machines designed to enhance workplace nutrition. Founded in 2003, the company operates as a subsidiary of HelloFreshGO SE. These automatic vending machines serve as micro-markets for offices, offering employees convenient access to a diverse range of meals, salads, snacks, and drinks throughout the workday. By utilizing less than 1.5 square meters of space, HelloFreshGO's solution can effectively replace traditional canteen services at a lower cost, ensuring that employees have access to healthy food options any time they need them.

Aitme

Seed Round in 2019
We developed a fully automated robotic kitchen serving a variety of 100s of different dishes - always freshly cooked and customised by the user. As a start our business model is selling / leasing the robots to corporate clients to provide a flexible lunch option for employees. We take care of the whole operations and also sell the dishes - which is our actual profit stream. As the robot is very flexible we also see big potential in ghost kitchens, high frequency locations (train stations, airports, hospitals) and restaurants.

CrossEngage

Series A in 2019
CrossEngage GmbH is a Customer Data and Engagement Platform based in Berlin, Germany, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom. Established in 2015, the company offers a cross-channel marketing cloud solution that enables marketing managers to orchestrate campaigns across various channels, such as email, real-time advertising, onsite messaging, and push notifications. The platform provides comprehensive user profiles and allows for user segmentation based on sociodemographic information and historical purchase data. By integrating seamlessly with existing marketing infrastructures, CrossEngage helps businesses enhance customer engagement and loyalty through personalized and coordinated communication. The company's solutions address the challenges posed by uncoordinated marketing activities, thereby improving the overall customer experience and aligning with the priorities of digital marketers in Germany.

Horizn Studios

Series B in 2019
Horizn is a travel tech venture, headquartered in Berlin. Their hero hardware product is their Smart Luggage range. As first vertical, online player in the European luggage market, and Europe's first Smart Luggage brand, HS designs, develops and sells premium quality, innovative travel products at very competitive prices. Their products offer GPS, Chargers, Proximity Alerts, Travel App, Personal Travel Assistant, and more - subtly integrated in a very contemporary design.

Smartfrog

Venture Round in 2018
Smartfrog is a technology company founded in 2014 by Abbas Sadegh, Andreas Rudyk, and Norbert Stangl, specializing in home surveillance solutions. It provides a comprehensive service that includes an application for both Android and iOS, a camera, and video storage capabilities. The company's offerings are designed to monitor various environments such as homes, apartments, and holiday properties, as well as to oversee children, pets, and business locations. Smartfrog focuses on consumer IoT solutions, aiming to make modern technologies accessible, affordable, and safe for users. Its DIY smart home security subscription services are user-friendly and cater to a wide demographic, supporting individuals throughout different life stages.

Lesara

Series D in 2018
Lesara is an e-commerce platform specializing in non-branded consumer products, particularly fashion merchandise, offering competitive prices. Established in 2013, the company has expanded its operations to 24 markets across Europe, supporting seven languages and boasting a product assortment of over 100,000 SKUs. With offices in China and Germany, Lesara operates a vertically integrated supply chain that enables it to bring collections from concept to market in just two weeks. The company has experienced significant growth, recognized as one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe in 2016, and employs a team of over 300 individuals dedicated to its agile retail model.

flaschenpost SE

Venture Round in 2018
flaschenpost is a German company offering on-demand beverage delivery. The unique business model has been extremely successful; currently flaschenpost SE operates 21 hubs serving more than 130 cities across Germany, and delivers more than 60,000 crates per day (as of June 2020). Thanks to an efficient routing algorithm and optimized logistics, flaschenpost delivers within 120 minutes of the order, right to the customer’s door.

Horizn Studios

Series A in 2018
Horizn is a travel tech venture, headquartered in Berlin. Their hero hardware product is their Smart Luggage range. As first vertical, online player in the European luggage market, and Europe's first Smart Luggage brand, HS designs, develops and sells premium quality, innovative travel products at very competitive prices. Their products offer GPS, Chargers, Proximity Alerts, Travel App, Personal Travel Assistant, and more - subtly integrated in a very contemporary design.

Lillydoo

Series A in 2017
Lillydoo GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Frankfurt, Germany, operates an e-commerce platform that specializes in skin-friendly baby care products. The company offers a monthly subscription service for items such as lotion-free diapers and wipes, which are designed to be gentle on sensitive skin. Lillydoo prioritizes natural care, ensuring that their products are free from chlorine, perfumes, parabens, PEG emulsifiers, phthalates, and hormone-active substances. The brand emphasizes a commitment to vegan-friendly formulations, developed without animal testing and regularly verified by independent institutes. This approach caters to urban parents who seek to maintain the safety and health of their babies during the critical early years of life, when skin contact with products is extensive.

Thermondo

Series D in 2017
Thermondo GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online platform for comparing and purchasing home heating systems. It specializes in the installation of these systems and offers a comprehensive range of services designed to enhance energy efficiency. By digitizing the entire process—from lead generation to installation and after-sales support—Thermondo has become the largest installer of heating solutions in Germany. The company focuses on providing innovative heat solutions that facilitate the energy transition, aiming to reduce energy costs for consumers while ensuring high-quality service and a superior customer experience.

CrossEngage

Venture Round in 2017
CrossEngage GmbH is a Customer Data and Engagement Platform based in Berlin, Germany, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom. Established in 2015, the company offers a cross-channel marketing cloud solution that enables marketing managers to orchestrate campaigns across various channels, such as email, real-time advertising, onsite messaging, and push notifications. The platform provides comprehensive user profiles and allows for user segmentation based on sociodemographic information and historical purchase data. By integrating seamlessly with existing marketing infrastructures, CrossEngage helps businesses enhance customer engagement and loyalty through personalized and coordinated communication. The company's solutions address the challenges posed by uncoordinated marketing activities, thereby improving the overall customer experience and aligning with the priorities of digital marketers in Germany.

Lesara

Series C in 2017
Lesara is an e-commerce platform specializing in non-branded consumer products, particularly fashion merchandise, offering competitive prices. Established in 2013, the company has expanded its operations to 24 markets across Europe, supporting seven languages and boasting a product assortment of over 100,000 SKUs. With offices in China and Germany, Lesara operates a vertically integrated supply chain that enables it to bring collections from concept to market in just two weeks. The company has experienced significant growth, recognized as one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe in 2016, and employs a team of over 300 individuals dedicated to its agile retail model.

ottonova

Series C in 2017
Ottonova Holding AG, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing health insurance products via a digital platform. The company focuses on simplifying the insurance experience for its users, offering a range of services designed to support their health needs. Ottonova aims to be a dependable health partner, ensuring that customers have access to the necessary resources for their well-being. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance the everyday lives of its clients while addressing their long-term health insurance requirements.

ottonova

Series B in 2017
Ottonova Holding AG, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing health insurance products via a digital platform. The company focuses on simplifying the insurance experience for its users, offering a range of services designed to support their health needs. Ottonova aims to be a dependable health partner, ensuring that customers have access to the necessary resources for their well-being. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance the everyday lives of its clients while addressing their long-term health insurance requirements.

Horizn Studios

Series A in 2016
Horizn is a travel tech venture, headquartered in Berlin. Their hero hardware product is their Smart Luggage range. As first vertical, online player in the European luggage market, and Europe's first Smart Luggage brand, HS designs, develops and sells premium quality, innovative travel products at very competitive prices. Their products offer GPS, Chargers, Proximity Alerts, Travel App, Personal Travel Assistant, and more - subtly integrated in a very contemporary design.

JUNIQE

Series B in 2016
JUNIQE is the lifestyle brand for curated and affordable wall art, home accessories, stationery, and gifts. Their team of eCommerce professionals works to help customers make their houses their homes by bringing art into their everyday lives: Art. Everywhere. Seeking to engage and excite, JUNIQE's team searches the globe for emerging and established artists before handpicking artworks and printing these on selected merchandise. Its wide product portfolio includes premium posters, framed prints, shower curtains, cushions, personal planners and notebooks, to name a few. Guided by the vision of bringing art into every home, JUNIQE empowers and inspires its customers through exciting and affordable art.

Horizn Studios

Seed Round in 2016
Horizn is a travel tech venture, headquartered in Berlin. Their hero hardware product is their Smart Luggage range. As first vertical, online player in the European luggage market, and Europe's first Smart Luggage brand, HS designs, develops and sells premium quality, innovative travel products at very competitive prices. Their products offer GPS, Chargers, Proximity Alerts, Travel App, Personal Travel Assistant, and more - subtly integrated in a very contemporary design.

Pippa Jean

Series C in 2015
PIPPA&JEAN is a social selling community that empowers women to lead self-determined lives. PIPPA&JEAN Style Coaches showcase jewellery, accessories and other lifestyle products at exclusive Style Partys and in their personalised Online Boutiques. PIPPA&JEAN takes care of everything else - from training, sourcing, storage, and invoicing to delivery. It is their vision is to encourage more than 100,000 woman to become successfully independent entrepreneurs and to fulfill their dreams. In doing so, they proudly uphold their company values based on "Initiative", "Quality" and a "Do Good" attitude.

Lesara

Series B in 2015
Lesara is an e-commerce platform specializing in non-branded consumer products, particularly fashion merchandise, offering competitive prices. Established in 2013, the company has expanded its operations to 24 markets across Europe, supporting seven languages and boasting a product assortment of over 100,000 SKUs. With offices in China and Germany, Lesara operates a vertically integrated supply chain that enables it to bring collections from concept to market in just two weeks. The company has experienced significant growth, recognized as one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe in 2016, and employs a team of over 300 individuals dedicated to its agile retail model.

Vaniday

Series A in 2015
Vaniday is an online platform that facilitates the discovery and booking of beauty and wellness services. It connects clients with professionals offering a variety of services, including massages, haircuts, makeup, waxing, and yoga classes. The platform aims to enhance the experience for both customers and service providers by providing tools for customer relationship management, marketing, and online booking. This enables beauty and wellness professionals to manage appointments efficiently, communicate with clients through automated notifications, and ultimately increase their brand visibility and sales. By continuously expanding its inventory and enhancing its services, Vaniday seeks to create a comprehensive marketplace for beauty-conscious individuals.

gestigon

Series A in 2015
gestigon GmbH designs and develops a 3D image processing software for body and gesture recognition. The company’s solution is a middleware for pose tracking, gesture recognition, and biometrical features identification. It is used in automotive industry in driver cabins for detailed driver and passenger monitoring. The company offers augmented reality/ virtual reality (AR/VR) interaction design services. Additionally, it allows consumers to control electronic devices without touching them. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Lübeck, Germany. As of February 28, 2017, gestigon GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Valeo SA.

JUNIQE

Series A in 2015
JUNIQE is the lifestyle brand for curated and affordable wall art, home accessories, stationery, and gifts. Their team of eCommerce professionals works to help customers make their houses their homes by bringing art into their everyday lives: Art. Everywhere. Seeking to engage and excite, JUNIQE's team searches the globe for emerging and established artists before handpicking artworks and printing these on selected merchandise. Its wide product portfolio includes premium posters, framed prints, shower curtains, cushions, personal planners and notebooks, to name a few. Guided by the vision of bringing art into every home, JUNIQE empowers and inspires its customers through exciting and affordable art.

Mädchenflohmarkt

Venture Round in 2014
Mädchenflohmarkt GmbH operates an online platform for sale of second hand clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories for girls. It offers a free concierge service to users wanting to sell their goods on the platform, without listing their goods themselves. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Stuttgart, Germany.

Pippa Jean

Series B in 2013
PIPPA&JEAN is a social selling community that empowers women to lead self-determined lives. PIPPA&JEAN Style Coaches showcase jewellery, accessories and other lifestyle products at exclusive Style Partys and in their personalised Online Boutiques. PIPPA&JEAN takes care of everything else - from training, sourcing, storage, and invoicing to delivery. It is their vision is to encourage more than 100,000 woman to become successfully independent entrepreneurs and to fulfill their dreams. In doing so, they proudly uphold their company values based on "Initiative", "Quality" and a "Do Good" attitude.

HelloFresh

Series C in 2013
HelloFresh SE is a food subscription service that delivers personalized meal kits to customers' doorsteps, featuring pre-portioned ingredients and recipes for home-cooked meals. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the company operates in multiple markets, including the United States, Canada, and several European countries. HelloFresh offers a variety of meal options, including premium meals and seasonal kits, alongside additional products like wines and snacks. The service is designed to eliminate the need for meal planning and grocery shopping, making it easier for households to enjoy healthy, balanced meals with minimal waste. By leveraging a subscription model, HelloFresh aims to transform the way consumers shop for food and prepare meals, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving online food market.

HelloFresh

Series B in 2012
HelloFresh SE is a food subscription service that delivers personalized meal kits to customers' doorsteps, featuring pre-portioned ingredients and recipes for home-cooked meals. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the company operates in multiple markets, including the United States, Canada, and several European countries. HelloFresh offers a variety of meal options, including premium meals and seasonal kits, alongside additional products like wines and snacks. The service is designed to eliminate the need for meal planning and grocery shopping, making it easier for households to enjoy healthy, balanced meals with minimal waste. By leveraging a subscription model, HelloFresh aims to transform the way consumers shop for food and prepare meals, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving online food market.

Pippa Jean

Seed Round in 2012
PIPPA&JEAN is a social selling community that empowers women to lead self-determined lives. PIPPA&JEAN Style Coaches showcase jewellery, accessories and other lifestyle products at exclusive Style Partys and in their personalised Online Boutiques. PIPPA&JEAN takes care of everything else - from training, sourcing, storage, and invoicing to delivery. It is their vision is to encourage more than 100,000 woman to become successfully independent entrepreneurs and to fulfill their dreams. In doing so, they proudly uphold their company values based on "Initiative", "Quality" and a "Do Good" attitude.

Tennis Point

Venture Round in 2012
Tennis Point is a German company that specialises in selling tennis and running equipment. It sells over 15,000 items from leading sports brands in its 8 stores and on its website which is available in 12 languages.

Neato Robotics

Series D in 2012
Neato Robotics is a venture-funded start-up based in Newark, California, developing robotic-based household appliances. The first product, a robotic vacuum cleaner with intelligent navigation was released in 2010. The company sells its products through brick-and-mortar and online retailers worldwide. Neato was acquired by Vorwerk in September 2017.

DaWanda

Venture Round in 2011
DaWanda GmbH operates an online marketplace specializing in unique and handmade products from professional artisans, artists, and designers. Founded in December 2006 and based in Berlin, Germany, the platform offers an extensive range of items, including fashion apparel, accessories, furniture, toys, homeware, and decorative materials. Customers can navigate the site using various filters such as category, price range, and recipient interests, facilitating personalized shopping experiences. In addition to its marketplace, DaWanda provides DIY tutorials and features a "gift ideas" section to assist users in selecting appropriate gifts for various occasions. The company emphasizes creativity and craftsmanship, connecting consumers with distinctive products that reflect individual styles and preferences.

PaulDirekt

Venture Round in 2011
PaulDirekt is an online shopping club, unites everything on one platform.

MeinAuto

Series C in 2011
MeinAuto GmbH, operating under the brand MeinAuto.de, is an online platform dedicated to facilitating the purchase of new cars in Germany. Established in 2007 and based in Cologne, the portal allows users to buy various types of vehicles, including compact cars, limousines, SUVs, and commercial vehicles, directly from dealers. In addition to vehicle purchases, MeinAuto.de offers services such as selecting workshops for maintenance and repairs, along with options for payment, leasing, or financing. The platform also serves as an information hub, providing users with news, vehicle tests, and guidance on finding authorized dealers. Users can engage with the portal to compare car prices, design custom vehicles, and seek assistance through email or phone.

stylefruits

Series C in 2011
stylefruits GmbH operates a style advice platform for fashion and home design. Its platform allows users to create individual outfits by combining a selection of fashionable clothing and accessories in the categories of women's fashion, men's fashion, and interior design from a range of online partner shops; recommend, rate, and discuss styles with other users online; and share them on the social media sites. The company’s solution is available as online platform, and as an application for smartphones and tablets. It serves customers in Germany, the Netherlands, France, and the United Kingdom. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Munich, Germany. As per the transaction announced on April 22, 2016, stylefruits GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Ströer SE & Co. KGaA.

MeinAuto

Series B in 2010
MeinAuto GmbH, operating under the brand MeinAuto.de, is an online platform dedicated to facilitating the purchase of new cars in Germany. Established in 2007 and based in Cologne, the portal allows users to buy various types of vehicles, including compact cars, limousines, SUVs, and commercial vehicles, directly from dealers. In addition to vehicle purchases, MeinAuto.de offers services such as selecting workshops for maintenance and repairs, along with options for payment, leasing, or financing. The platform also serves as an information hub, providing users with news, vehicle tests, and guidance on finding authorized dealers. Users can engage with the portal to compare car prices, design custom vehicles, and seek assistance through email or phone.

Stowa

Venture Round in 2009
STOWA GmbH & Co. KG manufactures watches in Germany. The company offers sport, technical, and pilot watches, as well as leather or stainless steel straps. It also provides watch repair services. The company offers its products through an online shop for customers in the EU and internationally. STOWA GmbH & Co. KG was founded in 1927 and is based in Engelsbrand, Germany.

Dinner for Dogs

Venture Round in 2008
CenturyBiz GmbH develops and distributes high-quality natural pet food and additional selected products for dogs and cats under the brand names of Dinner for Dogs and Dinner for Cats.

Ringana

Venture Round in 2008
Ringana develops, produces and distributes high-quality nutritional supplements and fresh cosmetics on a purely natural, plant-based basis and has acquired a market-leading position in German-speaking countries in recent years.