Vorwerk Ventures

Vorwerk Ventures is the venture capital and private equity arm of Vorwerk & Co. KG, based in Berlin, Germany. Established in 2008, the firm specializes in providing growth capital to mid and late-stage venture companies, with a strong focus on consumer technology and direct-to-consumer business models. Vorwerk Ventures primarily targets investments in European developed markets, as well as regions in North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and the United States. The firm typically invests between €1 million and €10 million in its portfolio companies, favoring minority equity stakes for a limited duration. Its investment strategy centers on sectors such as consumer products, food, health, and climate, and the firm is particularly interested in startups that demonstrate a potential for positive impact on society and the environment. Vorwerk Ventures aims to support promising opportunities from seed stages through Series A rounds, reserving additional funds for subsequent financing needs.

Sascha Guenther

Partner

Sascha Günther

Partner

Constantin Koenigsegg

Investment Manager

Dirk Meurer

Managing Partner

Norbert Muschong

Managing Partner

Katharina Neuhaus

Principal

Peter Schmetz

Principal

Dominik Steinkuehler Ph.D

Partner

Dominik Steinkühler

Partner

Hanna Villa

Analyst

Holger Witte

Managing Partner

83 past transactions

Spot My Energy

Seed Round in 2024
Spot My Energy increases the value of smart power by increasing transparency in energy flows and handling metering, asset optimization, and trading.

Descycle

Series A in 2024
Descycle is a British startup specializing in the recycling of electronic waste and the recovery of valuable metals. The company has developed an innovative metal recycling technology that replaces traditional toxic chemicals used in the recycling process. By focusing on the extraction of valuable metals from e-waste, Descycle offers significant environmental and economic benefits compared to conventional methods. Their approach enables industries to avoid the use of smelters, facilitating the recycling of metals while minimizing the carbon footprint associated with metal production. Descycle is committed to promoting a cleaner and greener environment through its sustainable practices.

CoCoach

Seed Round in 2024
CoCoach concentrated on developing a feature-rich web platform specifically for health coaches.

Rebike Mobility

Venture Round in 2024
rebike1 GmbH, established in 2018 and located in Krailling, Germany, operates a platform for buying and selling used electric bikes (e-bikes). The company sources new e-bikes from prominent manufacturers such as Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, and Orbea, which are rented to businesses and consumers before being refurbished and sold with a two-year warranty. Additionally, rebike1 acquires used e-bikes from rental stations and retailers, refurbishes them, and markets them to consumers. In Oberstdorf, a popular tourist destination near Munich, rebike1 manages the largest e-bike rental station in the region. The company, which employs 18 people, is expanding its rental services under the brand ebike1verleih in collaboration with local bike shops in various tourist areas.

Sorella Care

Seed Round in 2024
Sorella Care operates a network of multidisciplinary healthcare centers, specializing in women's health. They provide comprehensive care pathways, covering gynecology, obstetrics, cardiology, physiotherapy, ultrasound, and psychology. Sorella's approach emphasizes empowering women to take control of their health, offering confidential spaces for discussing intimate subjects and ensuring continuity of care before and after consultations. Their mission is to ensure every woman, regardless of age, has access to such specialized care.

DUDE CHEM

Seed Round in 2024
DUDE CHEM is a green chemical manufacturing company focused on transforming the pharmaceutical and chemical industries into environmentally responsible sectors. The company utilizes advanced technology in computational chemistry and digitalization to enhance its operations. With a market-validated intellectual property portfolio and expertise in green chemistry, DUDE CHEM specializes in reusing costly resources, accelerating synthesis design, and scaling up production processes. Additionally, the company monitors and controls chemical production to ensure high quality and efficiency. By providing clients with sustainable alternatives, DUDE CHEM aims to promote sustainability and efficiency in pharmaceutical production.

CarbonPool

Seed Round in 2024
CarbonPool is an environmental services firm focused on facilitating the transition to net zero by offering in-kind insurance solutions for carbon removal processes. The company specializes in mitigating risks associated with unforeseen reductions or reversals of carbon credits, which can arise from various factors such as business interruptions, natural catastrophes, or failures to meet net zero commitments. By providing this insurance, CarbonPool enables organizations to effectively manage their carbon dioxide removal strategies and maintain their environmental commitments, even in the face of unexpected challenges.

Farmless

Seed Round in 2023
Farmless is a food-tech startup focused on revolutionizing food production by decoupling it from arable land. The company employs advanced fermentation technology to transform renewable energy into essential food components, including proteins, carbohydrates, beneficial fats, vitamins, and minerals. By utilizing a liquid feedstock derived from renewable energy sources, Farmless aims to produce carbon-negative, functional proteins with a complete amino acid profile. This innovative approach not only enables the creation of low-cost proteins at a planetary scale but also assists farmers in reducing their carbon footprints. Farmless is pioneering a new interface between food and electricity, leveraging specific microbes chosen for their desirable food properties to drive sustainable food production.

HABYT

Series C in 2023
Habyt GmbH, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in community-driven and technologically advanced co-living spaces. The company offers a range of fully furnished private and shared apartments with flexible rental options, catering to diverse living arrangements on a global scale. Habyt's focus is on creating environments that foster connections among residents, facilitated by a digital-first approach that standardizes the housing process for both tenants and landlords. The accommodations include essential amenities such as private bedrooms equipped with desks, wardrobes, and Wi-Fi, along with cleaning services and linens. By prioritizing accessibility and comfort, Habyt aims to provide economical housing solutions for individuals seeking flexible living options.

Resourcify

Series A in 2023
Resourcify GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in developing and operating a neutral cloud platform for waste management. This platform enables businesses to efficiently manage their waste and recycling operations online, reducing administrative tasks by up to 40% compared to conventional methods. Key features include container pick-up scheduling, real-time collection tracking, documentation management, and legally compliant reporting. Trusted by global corporations such as Cargill and McDonald's, Resourcify aims to facilitate a zero-waste future through digital transformation of recycling processes.

Sunhero

Series A in 2023
Sunhero is a company that specializes in providing custom-built solar panel solutions aimed at making solar energy accessible and affordable for consumers. It offers hassle-free options for installing personalized photovoltaic solar systems in homes, allowing customers to either purchase the systems outright or opt for a rental arrangement lasting 20 years. In addition to its service offerings, Sunhero is committed to developing technology and infrastructure that facilitate the global transition to green energy. By enabling individuals to adopt sustainable energy solutions, the company helps them reduce monthly electricity expenses while contributing to environmental sustainability.

Sourcerie

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Sourcerie is a personalized shopping platform dedicated to helping underserved individuals in the beauty industry find suitable personal care products and routines. The company facilitates the creation of personalized care profiles, allowing users to better understand their skin types and receive tailored recommendations for products that meet their specific needs. By offering a diverse selection of brands, Sourcerie aims to empower customers to make informed choices about their skincare, ensuring they can access the finest products available for their unique requirements.

Planted Foods

Series B in 2022
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes 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. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

Rex

Seed Round in 2022
Rex has built the next generation of veterinary care, transforming a traditional industry to better serve pet owners, pets, veterinarians, and staff. Its state-of-the-art app, in-clinic technology, and design-forward space foster meaningful relationships between doctors, pets, and their owners.

Everdrop

Series B in 2022
Everdrop GmbH, founded in 2019 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the manufacturing of sustainable cleaning products. The company offers a range of plastic-free packaged cleanser tablets, reusable spray bottles, and vegan natural cosmetics, all designed to minimize the use of disposable plastic and unnecessary chemicals. Everdrop's products enable consumers to create an eco-friendly household by providing convenient solutions for cleaning various surfaces, including kitchens and bathrooms. By focusing on sustainability and simplicity, Everdrop aims to promote a more responsible approach to household cleaning.

nilo.health

Seed Round in 2022
Nilo.health is a provider of mental well-being services that focuses on delivering personalized, on-demand mental health support for the workforce. The platform offers employees access to one-on-one counseling sessions, evidence-based digital training, and a variety of tools designed to enhance mental health. Nilo.health combines the expertise of counselors and therapists with a comprehensive suite of digital content, all accessible through a single platform. The company's mission is to address the stigma surrounding mental health and promote its positive impact worldwide. By offering events, communication materials, on-site seminars, workshops, webinars, and online courses, Nilo.health empowers both employers and employees to effectively navigate mental challenges and stressful situations.

Rebike Mobility

Venture Round in 2022
rebike1 GmbH, established in 2018 and located in Krailling, Germany, operates a platform for buying and selling used electric bikes (e-bikes). The company sources new e-bikes from prominent manufacturers such as Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, and Orbea, which are rented to businesses and consumers before being refurbished and sold with a two-year warranty. Additionally, rebike1 acquires used e-bikes from rental stations and retailers, refurbishes them, and markets them to consumers. In Oberstdorf, a popular tourist destination near Munich, rebike1 manages the largest e-bike rental station in the region. The company, which employs 18 people, is expanding its rental services under the brand ebike1verleih in collaboration with local bike shops in various tourist areas.

Avi Medical

Series B in 2022
Avi Medical GmbH is a digital healthcare company based in Munich, Germany, founded in 2020. It specializes in telemedicine services, offering a platform that allows patients to book appointments, manage their health data, and communicate with healthcare practitioners through chat and video calls. By leveraging data-driven medicine, Avi Medical aims to create a more streamlined and modern healthcare experience for both patients and providers. The company's services are designed to empower collaboration between doctors and patients, facilitating access to medical care tailored to individual needs.

Better Dairy

Series A in 2022
Better Dairy is a manufacturer of animal-free dairy products that utilizes precision fermentation technology to create alternatives to traditional dairy items such as cheeses, yogurts, and ice creams. By employing synthetic biology and yeast fermentation, the company produces dairy products that are molecularly identical to their conventional counterparts while eliminating the need for animal involvement. This innovative approach not only meets consumer demand for familiar dairy flavors and textures but also aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with traditional dairy farming. Through a process reminiscent of brewing beer, Better Dairy provides a sustainable solution for those seeking dairy alternatives without compromising on taste or quality.

Alpakas

Seed Round in 2022
Alpakas is a grocery delivery platform that specializes in providing a sustainable shopping experience. The company utilizes e-cargo bikes to deliver a wide array of products, including fresh foods, pastries, beverages, household items, and beauty care products, directly to customers' homes. Committed to environmental responsibility, Alpakas eliminates plastic use through sustainable sourcing and employs reusable containers and packaging. Their offerings include gift packs for new products and regular weekly sales, all aimed at enhancing convenience while minimizing the ecological footprint of grocery shopping. By prioritizing fresh and local ingredients and maintaining transparency about the environmental impact of its services, Alpakas positions itself as a viable alternative in the delivery service sector.

Sharpist

Series A in 2022
Sharpist GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in digital coaching for leadership development. Its online platform offers a range of services designed to enhance professional growth, including video coaching, personalized exercises, micro-tasks, and evaluation tools. Additionally, the platform features an expert chat function, allowing users to access coaching support tailored to their specific needs. By providing these services, Sharpist enables companies and organizations to effectively scale executive coaching across their workforce, fostering leadership skills and individual development.

Zapp

Series B in 2022
Zapp is a company that provides on-demand delivery services for a wide range of essential items, including groceries, drinks, and snacks, directly to customers' doors. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Kent, United Kingdom, Zapp is focused on creating a convenient and efficient delivery experience, operating 24/7 and aiming to fulfill orders within minutes. The company's innovative platform allows customers to order essential goods from local stores, facilitating easy access to everyday items from the comfort of their homes. Zapp is supported by experienced investors and a team with a strong background in scaling businesses in the e-commerce and delivery sectors.

MedKitDoc

Seed Round in 2021
MedKitDoc is a developer of a comprehensive remote medical care platform that facilitates consultations and treatments through video calls and connected medical devices. This innovative approach allows patients to engage with doctors for examinations and healthcare advice from the comfort of their homes. By leveraging real-time health data transfer, MedKitDoc enhances the management of serious chronic conditions, potentially reducing unnecessary hospitalizations by up to 50 percent. The platform is capable of addressing 48 out of the 50 most common diseases, significantly expanding the range of medical issues that can be effectively managed remotely. MedKitDoc collaborates with various care providers to improve outcomes for chronically ill patients, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality.

FORMEL Skin

Series A in 2021
FORMEL Skin is a healthtech start-up founded in 2020 and based in Berlin, Germany. The company aims to revolutionize dermatology by providing personalized, high-quality medical treatments through an online platform. It operates as a vertically integrated e-health service, offering medical and science-based solutions for a wide range of dermatological conditions. FORMEL Skin customizes its products to meet the specific needs and skin types of individuals, following thorough evaluations by qualified dermatologists. This approach enables patients with various skin issues to access tailored treatment plans that effectively address their unique requirements.

Ruuky

Seed Round in 2021
Ruuky is a pioneering German Neobank catering specifically to Generation Z, with aspirations for a broader European presence. The company offers a socially interactive banking experience through its innovative payment platform, which includes both virtual and physical Debit Mastercard options. Ruuky provides users with a smart saving assistant that tailors insights about income and expenses to individual needs, empowering them to manage their finances effectively. By facilitating easy money transfers with a single click, Ruuky aims to enhance users' financial literacy and responsibility, positioning itself as a modern banking solution for a tech-savvy generation.

Mädchenflohmarkt

Venture Round in 2021
Mädchenflohmarkt GmbH, established in 2012 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, operates an online marketplace specializing in the sale of second-hand women's fashion. The platform facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers of used clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories, with a focus on designer and vintage items. A unique feature of the business is its concierge service, allowing users to sell their goods without personally listing them. Sellers simply send their items to the company, which then photographs, lists, and sells them on the platform.

Tickitto

Seed Round in 2021
Tickitto AI Ltd, trading as Tickitto, is a UK-based technology company established in 2017. It specializes in developing and operating tools that connect ticketing platforms and travel distributors. Tickitto's core offering is an API solution, enabling partners to access inventory, pricing, and availability from suppliers through a single integration point. Additionally, Tickitto provides a web application for consumers to purchase tickets for various events, including music, sports, theatre, and tours, as well as a real-time commission tracking dashboard for API users. The company was founded by Dana Lattouf and is headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom.

Planted Foods

Convertible Note in 2021
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes 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. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

HABYT

Series B in 2021
Habyt GmbH, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in community-driven and technologically advanced co-living spaces. The company offers a range of fully furnished private and shared apartments with flexible rental options, catering to diverse living arrangements on a global scale. Habyt's focus is on creating environments that foster connections among residents, facilitated by a digital-first approach that standardizes the housing process for both tenants and landlords. The accommodations include essential amenities such as private bedrooms equipped with desks, wardrobes, and Wi-Fi, along with cleaning services and linens. By prioritizing accessibility and comfort, Habyt aims to provide economical housing solutions for individuals seeking flexible living options.

Aitme

Venture Round in 2021
Aitme is a developer of an innovative robotic kitchen system that specializes in the automated preparation of a diverse range of freshly cooked meals. The system is designed to individually create ready-to-serve dishes, allowing for customization based on user preferences. Aitme's business model focuses on selling and leasing these robotic kitchens to corporate clients, offering a flexible lunch option for employees while managing the entire operational process. The company's offerings extend beyond corporate settings, with potential applications in ghost kitchens, high-traffic locations like train stations, airports, and hospitals, as well as traditional restaurants. Aitme generates revenue through meal sales, capitalizing on the efficiency and versatility of its robotic kitchen technology.

Avi Medical

Series A in 2021
Avi Medical GmbH is a digital healthcare company based in Munich, Germany, founded in 2020. It specializes in telemedicine services, offering a platform that allows patients to book appointments, manage their health data, and communicate with healthcare practitioners through chat and video calls. By leveraging data-driven medicine, Avi Medical aims to create a more streamlined and modern healthcare experience for both patients and providers. The company's services are designed to empower collaboration between doctors and patients, facilitating access to medical care tailored to individual needs.

Boon

Seed Round in 2021
Boon is dedicated to enhancing human happiness and health by promoting sustainable lifestyle changes through a collaborative coaching and business platform. This platform empowers health experts to reach thousands of clients annually while enabling them to develop innovative business ventures. Additionally, Boon has developed a live streaming platform that allows influencers and companies to transmit exclusive events to select audiences. This technology facilitates scheduled live sessions with limited seating, fostering interactive and authentic communication between influencers and their audiences. By prioritizing exclusivity, Boon not only enhances audience engagement but also opens new revenue streams for influencers, ultimately supporting the company's mission of optimizing well-being through community-driven initiatives.

Zapp

Series A in 2021
Zapp is a company that provides on-demand delivery services for a wide range of essential items, including groceries, drinks, and snacks, directly to customers' doors. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Kent, United Kingdom, Zapp is focused on creating a convenient and efficient delivery experience, operating 24/7 and aiming to fulfill orders within minutes. The company's innovative platform allows customers to order essential goods from local stores, facilitating easy access to everyday items from the comfort of their homes. Zapp is supported by experienced investors and a team with a strong background in scaling businesses in the e-commerce and delivery sectors.

Rebike Mobility

Series B in 2021
rebike1 GmbH, established in 2018 and located in Krailling, Germany, operates a platform for buying and selling used electric bikes (e-bikes). The company sources new e-bikes from prominent manufacturers such as Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, and Orbea, which are rented to businesses and consumers before being refurbished and sold with a two-year warranty. Additionally, rebike1 acquires used e-bikes from rental stations and retailers, refurbishes them, and markets them to consumers. In Oberstdorf, a popular tourist destination near Munich, rebike1 manages the largest e-bike rental station in the region. The company, which employs 18 people, is expanding its rental services under the brand ebike1verleih in collaboration with local bike shops in various tourist areas.

Planted Foods

Series A in 2021
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes 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. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

Everdrop

Seed Round in 2021
Everdrop GmbH, founded in 2019 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the manufacturing of sustainable cleaning products. The company offers a range of plastic-free packaged cleanser tablets, reusable spray bottles, and vegan natural cosmetics, all designed to minimize the use of disposable plastic and unnecessary chemicals. Everdrop's products enable consumers to create an eco-friendly household by providing convenient solutions for cleaning various surfaces, including kitchens and bathrooms. By focusing on sustainability and simplicity, Everdrop aims to promote a more responsible approach to household cleaning.

Planted Foods

Series A in 2021
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes 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. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.

Avi Medical

Seed Round in 2021
Avi Medical GmbH is a digital healthcare company based in Munich, Germany, founded in 2020. It specializes in telemedicine services, offering a platform that allows patients to book appointments, manage their health data, and communicate with healthcare practitioners through chat and video calls. By leveraging data-driven medicine, Avi Medical aims to create a more streamlined and modern healthcare experience for both patients and providers. The company's services are designed to empower collaboration between doctors and patients, facilitating access to medical care tailored to individual needs.

Smartfrog Group

Venture Round in 2020
Smartfrog Group, established in 2015, is a pioneering consumer IoT SaaS company with a global presence in over 180 countries. Headquartered in New York City, the group's mission is to make modern technologies accessible, user-friendly, affordable, and secure for everyone. Smartfrog Group launched the world's first 100% consumer IoT SaaS product, offering an affordable DIY smart home security subscription service starting at $7/month, including a free device. In 2018, the group expanded to the US and acquired Canary Connect, merging the two businesses. Smartfrog Group's end-to-end controlled and protected full-stack platform enables data-driven businesses, offering SaaS solutions across various product areas, supporting individuals throughout their lives, from infancy to seniority. The group's business initially focused on smart home security and is gradually expanding to new verticals such as smart locks and access, last-mile in-home delivery, baby and child care, pet care, and elder and healthcare. Smartfrog Group grows both organically and through strategic mergers and acquisitions.

FORMEL Skin

Seed Round in 2020
FORMEL Skin is a healthtech start-up founded in 2020 and based in Berlin, Germany. The company aims to revolutionize dermatology by providing personalized, high-quality medical treatments through an online platform. It operates as a vertically integrated e-health service, offering medical and science-based solutions for a wide range of dermatological conditions. FORMEL Skin customizes its products to meet the specific needs and skin types of individuals, following thorough evaluations by qualified dermatologists. This approach enables patients with various skin issues to access tailored treatment plans that effectively address their unique requirements.

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.

homefully

Series A in 2020
homefully GmbH is a company specializing in co-living spaces and rental accommodations, based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Founded in 2015, the company operates in several major cities, including Berlin, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Munich, Stuttgart, Zurich, and Hamburg. homefully offers a comprehensive platform that connects individuals with suitable rental options, featuring fully furnished bedrooms equipped with essential appliances, kitchen facilities, and additional services such as cleaning and concierge support. This approach enables users to easily find and share living spaces tailored to their preferences, fostering a sense of community in urban environments.

Sharpist

Seed Round in 2020
Sharpist GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in digital coaching for leadership development. Its online platform offers a range of services designed to enhance professional growth, including video coaching, personalized exercises, micro-tasks, and evaluation tools. Additionally, the platform features an expert chat function, allowing users to access coaching support tailored to their specific needs. By providing these services, Sharpist enables companies and organizations to effectively scale executive coaching across their workforce, fostering leadership skills and individual development.

Ottonova

Series D in 2019
Ottonova is a digital health insurance provider that simplifies the process of obtaining and managing health coverage. The company offers an online platform designed to enhance transparency in health care, allowing users to easily arrange doctor's appointments, find appropriate specialists, and access comprehensive information about health and insurance options. Ottonova’s services include private health insurance products with reasonable rates and flexible plans, empowering customers to make informed decisions regarding their health care needs. By positioning itself as a reliable health partner, Ottonova aims to improve the everyday experiences of its clients while addressing long-term health management.

Rebike Mobility

Series A in 2019
rebike1 GmbH, established in 2018 and located in Krailling, Germany, operates a platform for buying and selling used electric bikes (e-bikes). The company sources new e-bikes from prominent manufacturers such as Winora/Haibike, Husqvarna, Flyer, KTM, and Orbea, which are rented to businesses and consumers before being refurbished and sold with a two-year warranty. Additionally, rebike1 acquires used e-bikes from rental stations and retailers, refurbishes them, and markets them to consumers. In Oberstdorf, a popular tourist destination near Munich, rebike1 manages the largest e-bike rental station in the region. The company, which employs 18 people, is expanding its rental services under the brand ebike1verleih in collaboration with local bike shops in various tourist areas.

HelloFreshGO

Series A in 2019
HelloFreshGO GmbH, founded in 2003 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing healthy meal solutions through innovative vending machines. As a subsidiary of HelloFreshGO SE, the company offers a smart micro-market system that caters to office environments, enabling employees to access nutritious meals, salads, snacks, and drinks conveniently throughout the workday. The vending machines are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle by offering affordable food options that can be accessed using a personal card or fingerprint authentication. The products are sourced from a family-owned farming business, ensuring quality and catering to various dietary preferences and restrictions.

Aitme

Seed Round in 2019
Aitme is a developer of an innovative robotic kitchen system that specializes in the automated preparation of a diverse range of freshly cooked meals. The system is designed to individually create ready-to-serve dishes, allowing for customization based on user preferences. Aitme's business model focuses on selling and leasing these robotic kitchens to corporate clients, offering a flexible lunch option for employees while managing the entire operational process. The company's offerings extend beyond corporate settings, with potential applications in ghost kitchens, high-traffic locations like train stations, airports, and hospitals, as well as traditional restaurants. Aitme generates revenue through meal sales, capitalizing on the efficiency and versatility of its robotic kitchen technology.

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.

Smartfrog Group

Venture Round in 2018
Smartfrog Group, established in 2015, is a pioneering consumer IoT SaaS company with a global presence in over 180 countries. Headquartered in New York City, the group's mission is to make modern technologies accessible, user-friendly, affordable, and secure for everyone. Smartfrog Group launched the world's first 100% consumer IoT SaaS product, offering an affordable DIY smart home security subscription service starting at $7/month, including a free device. In 2018, the group expanded to the US and acquired Canary Connect, merging the two businesses. Smartfrog Group's end-to-end controlled and protected full-stack platform enables data-driven businesses, offering SaaS solutions across various product areas, supporting individuals throughout their lives, from infancy to seniority. The group's business initially focused on smart home security and is gradually expanding to new verticals such as smart locks and access, last-mile in-home delivery, baby and child care, pet care, and elder and healthcare. Smartfrog Group grows both organically and through strategic mergers and acquisitions.

Lesara

Series D in 2018
Lesara is a global e-commerce company, founded in 2013, that specializes in offering a wide range of fashion merchandise and consumer goods at competitive prices. Headquartered in Germany with operations in China, Lesara has expanded into 24 markets across Europe, providing products in 7 languages. The company's vertically integrated supply chain allows it to swiftly move from product idea to launch in just 2 weeks, offering over 100,000 SKUs. Lesara's platform provides customers with a secure and convenient online shopping experience, featuring a diverse selection of clothing, jewelry, electronics, home goods, and other consumer items at discounted prices. With a team of over 300 employees, Lesara was recognized as the fastest-growing tech company in Europe in 2016.

Flaschenpost

Venture Round in 2018
Flaschenpost GmbH is a German company specializing in on-demand beverage delivery through its online store and mobile app. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Münster, Flaschenpost has rapidly expanded its operations, currently running 21 hubs that serve over 130 cities across Germany. The company delivers a wide range of beverages, including water, beer, lemonade, spritzer, juice, wine, coffee, and soft drinks, with an impressive capacity of more than 60,000 crates daily. Utilizing an efficient routing algorithm and optimized logistics, Flaschenpost ensures that customers receive their orders within 120 minutes, providing a convenient and cost-effective alternative to local retailers.

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.

Lillydoo

Series A in 2017
Lillydoo GmbH, established in Frankfurt, Germany in 2015, is a subscription-based e-commerce business specializing in baby care products. The company focuses on providing natural, vegan, and skin-friendly products for infants, including chlorine-free diapers and perfume-free wipes, free from parabens, PEG emulsifiers, phthalates, and hormone-active substances. Lillydoo's product range aims to cater to the growing demand for gentle, eco-conscious baby care solutions, with independent institutes regularly confirming their high standards.

Thermondo

Series D in 2017
Thermondo GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is an online platform that facilitates the comparison and purchase of home heating systems. The company also provides installation services for these systems. Thermondo's mission is to promote the energy transition by offering innovative, energy-efficient heating solutions directly to consumers. It has become the largest installer of heating systems in Germany, leveraging digital process excellence and quality management to deliver superior products and an exceptional customer experience.

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.

Lesara

Series C in 2017
Lesara is a global e-commerce company, founded in 2013, that specializes in offering a wide range of fashion merchandise and consumer goods at competitive prices. Headquartered in Germany with operations in China, Lesara has expanded into 24 markets across Europe, providing products in 7 languages. The company's vertically integrated supply chain allows it to swiftly move from product idea to launch in just 2 weeks, offering over 100,000 SKUs. Lesara's platform provides customers with a secure and convenient online shopping experience, featuring a diverse selection of clothing, jewelry, electronics, home goods, and other consumer items at discounted prices. With a team of over 300 employees, Lesara was recognized as the fastest-growing tech company in Europe in 2016.

Ottonova

Series C in 2017
Ottonova is a digital health insurance provider that simplifies the process of obtaining and managing health coverage. The company offers an online platform designed to enhance transparency in health care, allowing users to easily arrange doctor's appointments, find appropriate specialists, and access comprehensive information about health and insurance options. Ottonova’s services include private health insurance products with reasonable rates and flexible plans, empowering customers to make informed decisions regarding their health care needs. By positioning itself as a reliable health partner, Ottonova aims to improve the everyday experiences of its clients while addressing long-term health management.

Ottonova

Series B in 2017
Ottonova is a digital health insurance provider that simplifies the process of obtaining and managing health coverage. The company offers an online platform designed to enhance transparency in health care, allowing users to easily arrange doctor's appointments, find appropriate specialists, and access comprehensive information about health and insurance options. Ottonova’s services include private health insurance products with reasonable rates and flexible plans, empowering customers to make informed decisions regarding their health care needs. By positioning itself as a reliable health partner, Ottonova aims to improve the everyday experiences of its clients while addressing long-term health management.

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.

Juniqe

Series B in 2016
Juniqe is a lifestyle brand focused on providing curated and affordable wall art, home accessories, stationery, and gifts. The company aims to enhance everyday living by making art accessible, allowing customers to transform their houses into homes. Juniqe collaborates with both emerging and established artists to offer a diverse range of products, including premium posters, framed prints, shower curtains, cushions, and personal planners. By carefully selecting and printing artwork on various merchandise, Juniqe inspires its customers to incorporate art into their daily lives, delivering these products directly to their doorsteps.

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.

PIPPA&JEAN

Series C in 2015
Pippa Jean is a social selling community focused on empowering women to achieve self-determined lives through entrepreneurship. The company provides a platform for Style Coaches to showcase jewelry, accessories, and lifestyle products at exclusive Style Parties and in personalized Online Boutiques. Pippa Jean manages essential business operations, including training, sourcing, storage, invoicing, and delivery, allowing women to easily start their own businesses. The organization aims to inspire over 100,000 women to become independent entrepreneurs while adhering to core values of initiative, quality, and a commitment to doing good. Through its marketplace, Pippa Jean offers a comprehensive solution for women seeking to enter the fashion and accessories market.

Lesara

Series B in 2015
Lesara is a global e-commerce company, founded in 2013, that specializes in offering a wide range of fashion merchandise and consumer goods at competitive prices. Headquartered in Germany with operations in China, Lesara has expanded into 24 markets across Europe, providing products in 7 languages. The company's vertically integrated supply chain allows it to swiftly move from product idea to launch in just 2 weeks, offering over 100,000 SKUs. Lesara's platform provides customers with a secure and convenient online shopping experience, featuring a diverse selection of clothing, jewelry, electronics, home goods, and other consumer items at discounted prices. With a team of over 300 employees, Lesara was recognized as the fastest-growing tech company in Europe in 2016.

Vaniday

Series A in 2015
Vaniday is an online platform that facilitates the discovery and booking of beauty and wellness services. It aims to connect consumers with professionals offering a range of services, including massages, haircuts, make-up, waxing, and yoga classes. The platform provides tools for beauty and wellness professionals to enhance their customer acquisition and management efforts, including customer relationship management, marketing, and online booking capabilities. By automating appointment notifications through channels like WhatsApp, Vaniday enables merchants to efficiently manage their bookings and improve their brand visibility. The company is focused on expanding its inventory and enhancing the quality of services available to clients, fostering a community centered around beauty and wellness.

gestigon

Series A in 2015
gestigon GmbH is a technology company based in Lübeck, Germany, that specializes in 3D image processing software for body and gesture recognition. Founded in 2011, the company provides middleware solutions for pose tracking, gesture recognition, and biometric feature identification, primarily serving the automotive industry for monitoring drivers and passengers in vehicle cabins. gestigon's innovative technology allows users to interact with electronic devices without physical contact, enhancing cabin comfort and driving assistance. The company has experienced rapid growth, nearly doubling in size annually in terms of personnel, customer base, and product development. In early 2017, gestigon became a subsidiary of Valeo SA, a leading automotive supplier, which has further supported its commitment to developing cutting-edge interaction design services in augmented reality and virtual reality.

Juniqe

Series A in 2015
Juniqe is a lifestyle brand focused on providing curated and affordable wall art, home accessories, stationery, and gifts. The company aims to enhance everyday living by making art accessible, allowing customers to transform their houses into homes. Juniqe collaborates with both emerging and established artists to offer a diverse range of products, including premium posters, framed prints, shower curtains, cushions, and personal planners. By carefully selecting and printing artwork on various merchandise, Juniqe inspires its customers to incorporate art into their daily lives, delivering these products directly to their doorsteps.

Mädchenflohmarkt

Venture Round in 2014
Mädchenflohmarkt GmbH, established in 2012 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, operates an online marketplace specializing in the sale of second-hand women's fashion. The platform facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers of used clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories, with a focus on designer and vintage items. A unique feature of the business is its concierge service, allowing users to sell their goods without personally listing them. Sellers simply send their items to the company, which then photographs, lists, and sells them on the platform.

PIPPA&JEAN

Series B in 2013
Pippa Jean is a social selling community focused on empowering women to achieve self-determined lives through entrepreneurship. The company provides a platform for Style Coaches to showcase jewelry, accessories, and lifestyle products at exclusive Style Parties and in personalized Online Boutiques. Pippa Jean manages essential business operations, including training, sourcing, storage, invoicing, and delivery, allowing women to easily start their own businesses. The organization aims to inspire over 100,000 women to become independent entrepreneurs while adhering to core values of initiative, quality, and a commitment to doing good. Through its marketplace, Pippa Jean offers a comprehensive solution for women seeking to enter the fashion and accessories market.

HelloFresh

Series C in 2013
HelloFresh is a food subscription company that delivers personalized meal boxes containing pre-portioned ingredients to customers' doorsteps each week. The company focuses on providing quick and healthy meal solutions designed by nutritionists and chefs, allowing households to enjoy wholesome home-cooked meals without the need for planning or shopping. Operating in multiple international markets, including Europe, Japan, Australia, and North America, HelloFresh aims to revolutionize the way consumers shop for food and prepare meals by simplifying the cooking process. Its subscription model promotes convenience and addresses the desire for high-quality, ecological foods. By fundamentally changing the traditional food supply chain, HelloFresh is positioned at the forefront of the online food delivery trend.

HelloFresh

Series B in 2012
HelloFresh is a food subscription company that delivers personalized meal boxes containing pre-portioned ingredients to customers' doorsteps each week. The company focuses on providing quick and healthy meal solutions designed by nutritionists and chefs, allowing households to enjoy wholesome home-cooked meals without the need for planning or shopping. Operating in multiple international markets, including Europe, Japan, Australia, and North America, HelloFresh aims to revolutionize the way consumers shop for food and prepare meals by simplifying the cooking process. Its subscription model promotes convenience and addresses the desire for high-quality, ecological foods. By fundamentally changing the traditional food supply chain, HelloFresh is positioned at the forefront of the online food delivery trend.

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.

PIPPA&JEAN

Seed Round in 2012
Pippa Jean is a social selling community focused on empowering women to achieve self-determined lives through entrepreneurship. The company provides a platform for Style Coaches to showcase jewelry, accessories, and lifestyle products at exclusive Style Parties and in personalized Online Boutiques. Pippa Jean manages essential business operations, including training, sourcing, storage, invoicing, and delivery, allowing women to easily start their own businesses. The organization aims to inspire over 100,000 women to become independent entrepreneurs while adhering to core values of initiative, quality, and a commitment to doing good. Through its marketplace, Pippa Jean offers a comprehensive solution for women seeking to enter the fashion and accessories market.

Neato Robotics

Series D in 2012
Neato Robotics is a company based in Newark, California, specializing in the manufacture and marketing of robot vacuum cleaners designed for automated floor cleaning. Founded in 2004, the company offers products like the Botvac Connected robots, which are Wi-Fi enabled and can be controlled via the Neato application for convenient cleaning from anywhere at any time. In addition to their robotic vacuums, Neato provides a range of accessories including boundary markers, brushes, filters, and replacement parts. The company's products are distributed through various retailers both in the United States and internationally. Neato Robotics was acquired by Vorwerk & Co. KG in September 2017.

DaWanda

Venture Round in 2011
DaWanda GmbH is an online marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in unique and handmade products. Founded in December 2006, the platform connects professional artisans, artists, and designers with consumers seeking distinctive items. DaWanda's extensive product range includes clothing, footwear, accessories, jewelry, furniture, toys, and homeware, allowing users to search by category, price, discount, and other preferences. The site also offers a dedicated section for gift ideas tailored to different recipients and occasions. Additionally, DaWanda provides DIY tutorials, enriching the shopping experience for customers interested in creativity and craftsmanship. The marketplace caters to a diverse clientele with a focus on handmade goods, promoting individual expression and sustainable fashion.

PaulDirekt

Venture Round in 2011
PaulDirekt is an online shopping club that consolidates various products on a single platform, offering a diverse range of items. The company operates an internet retail website where it sells consumer electronics, fashion items, and sports products. By bringing together these categories, PaulDirekt aims to enhance the online shopping experience for consumers, providing convenience and variety in a streamlined manner.

MeinAuto Group

Series C in 2011
MeinAuto Group, established in 2007 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, operates an online platform, MeinAuto.de, specializing in facilitating the purchase of new cars. The platform offers a wide range of vehicles, including mini/small cars, compact cars, limousines, station wagons, sports cars, SUVs, vans, and commercial vehicles, all sourced from dealerships. It provides users with comprehensive information, price comparisons, and financing options, along with access to workshops for vehicle inspections and repairs. Additionally, the platform offers news, tests, and information about various makes and models, helping users make informed decisions.

stylefruits

Series C in 2011
stylefruits GmbH is a Munich-based company that operates a style advice platform focused on fashion and home design. Founded in 2008, the platform enables users to create personalized outfits and home styles by combining items from a vast selection of fashionable clothing, accessories, and interior design products sourced from various online partner shops. With an intuitive design tool, users can easily compile and share their creations on social media, while also discussing and evaluating styles with others before making purchases. The platform boasts over 10 million monthly visits and around 2 million app downloads, serving customers in Germany, the Netherlands, France, the United Kingdom, and Poland. stylefruits emphasizes genuine recommendations, particularly catering to women, and provides access to more than a thousand select brands worldwide. Through its innovative blend of online shopping and social media features, stylefruits aims to enhance the shopping experience by offering a broader range of items than typically available elsewhere. The company employs a diverse team of over 120 professionals.

MeinAuto Group

Series B in 2010
MeinAuto Group, established in 2007 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, operates an online platform, MeinAuto.de, specializing in facilitating the purchase of new cars. The platform offers a wide range of vehicles, including mini/small cars, compact cars, limousines, station wagons, sports cars, SUVs, vans, and commercial vehicles, all sourced from dealerships. It provides users with comprehensive information, price comparisons, and financing options, along with access to workshops for vehicle inspections and repairs. Additionally, the platform offers news, tests, and information about various makes and models, helping users make informed decisions.

ENJO International GmbH

Venture Round in 2009
ENJO International develops, manufactures and distributes household cleaning products based on fiber technologies. ENJO cleans only with water and more hygiene than conventional cleaning methods.

Stowa

Venture Round in 2009
Stowa is a German manufacturer of mechanical wristwatches, specializing in the production of precise timepieces. The company offers a diverse range of watches, including sport, technical, and pilot models, along with options made from leather and stainless steel. By providing multiple-purpose products, Stowa aims to cater to various customer preferences while maintaining reasonable pricing.

Dinner for Dogs

Venture Round in 2008
Dinner for Dogs is a brand developed by CenturyBiz GmbH, specializing in high-quality natural pet food and related products for dogs. The company focuses on creating dog food that is free from artificial additives while ensuring that it is hygienic and nutrient-rich. Dinner for Dogs offers a diverse range of products that can be conveniently ordered through the company's online platform, allowing dog owners to provide their pets with fresh, organic food made from natural ingredients. This commitment to health and quality positions Dinner for Dogs as a leader in the pet food industry, catering to the growing demand for wholesome nutrition for pets.

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.
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