Speedinvest is one of Europe’s most active early-stage investors, with more than €1bn AUM, 40 investors, and offices in Berlin, London, Munich, Paris, Vienna and San Francisco.  Your success is our priority, so we don’t just send some money and ''check in'' at board meetings. Our mission is to empower you with game-changing support through every stage of your journey.  Our focused investment teams know your industry inside and out. Their Deep Tech, Fintech, Industrial Tech, Network Effects, Digital Health and Subscriptions experience, know-how and deep networks are yours from day one.  You also have full access to our in-house Platform+ team of operational experts who can provide tailored growth marketing, people (HR), US business development, and networking support throughout every stage of your journey.

Speedinvest

Inventure Partners is an innovative investment fund focused on funding disruptive technology startups. The fund looks for teams with a novel approach to business models, and companies that are able to solve real problems and remove inefficiencies in the market. Inventure Partners backs a wide range of ventures across the technology industry, and the fund’s portfolio currently includes on-demand service Gett (GetTaxi), leader in US telehealth American Well, long-distance bus tickets platform Busfor, and others.

Inventure Partners

Pioneers Ventures is a EUR 10M early-stage VC fund empowering outstanding startups with its global network of corporates, industry experts, and entrepreneurs. Besides the financial component it provides startups with an extensive support program.

Pioneers Ventures

Almaz Capital is an international venture capital firm investing in early stage, capital efficient technology companies. A unique bridge fund headquartered in Silicon Valley, Almaz Capital connects Eastern European/former Soviet engineering and entrepreneurial talent to the U.S. market and helps build global businesses. The firm invests in high-growth sectors such as artificial intelligence and blockchain applications, data engineering, cybersecurity, industrial IoT, networking architecture and infrastructure. Its investors include Cisco, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group.  Founded in 2008, Almaz Capital has invested in over 30 portfolio companies and has had nine exits to date.

Almaz Capital

Evli Growth Partners is a European VC that invests in companies across sectors. The fund is truly entrepreneurial, backed by 5 serial entrepreneurs with hands-on experience in building and scaling several market leaders in their respective fields. With experience from +150 companies as founders, executives, or investors and an aggregate exit value in several billions of euros, EGP's team is equipped with unique expertise in building sustainable businesses.

Evli Growth Partners

Kreos Capital is Europe's largest and leading provider of growth debt to high-growth companies with revenues up to €150 million. Since 1998, as the pioneer growth debt provider across the UK, Western Europe, Scandinavia and Israel: Kreos has completed nearly 450 transactions and committed €1.8 billion in 14 different countries. Kreos has a proven track record of adding value to portfolio companies and helping them to grow with additional capital and flexibility throughout their business cycle whilst working closely with both the portfolio company management team and their equity sponsors.  The Kreos global team has extensive debt financing, management and equity investing experience, covering the pan-European market from its locations in London, Tel Aviv and Stockholm.  Kreos is a value added partner, able to offer additional capital and more flexibility with lower equity dilution. Kreos's international team has extensive entrepreneurial, debt financing and equity investing experience, covering all local European markets from its locations in London, Tel Aviv and Stockholm.

Kreos Capital

ALPHA Associates offers tailored private equity solutions to institutional and private clients. ALPHA advises and manages private equity fund-of-funds programs deployed in various stages, regions and industry sectors. ALPHA creates value for its clients through an active management style and its extensive industry network. Full dedication to their clients' needs and goals is the core of their philosophy.

Alpha Associates

Hermes GPE is one of the leading independent investors in global private markets. Their team's 20 year track record makes them one of the most experienced investors and portfolio advisors in international private equity and infrastructure. This extensive experience and proven investment judgement has helped them deliver returns that beat industry benchmarks. They are currently invested in approximately 300 funds and around 250 co-investments across the globe as well as a portfolio of infrastructure assets, and manage £6.0 billion* for major institutional investors and pension funds worldwide. Their team also manages one of the longest running co-investment programmes of any private equity and infrastructure investor. Hermes GPE is committed to responsible investment, aiming to deliver exceptional returns for their clients; but not at any cost.

Hermes GPE

SevenVentures is a leading TV media investor. As the investment arm of the ProSiebenSat.1 Group, they are the ideal partner for B2C growth companies, especially in the consumer goods, retail and service sectors that have the potential to achieve sustainable success through the use of TV advertising. Cases such as Zalando, AboutYou, flaconi and in the current portfolio Grover, refurbed, KoRo and TiNDLE illustrate how companies can benefit from their media power and become strong brands in their respective market segment within a short period of time. The combination of media power and operational know-how make SevenVentures the premier partner for growth through target-group-related and far-reaching TV and digital campaigns.

SevenVentures

Monkfish Equity is the investment vehicle of the trivago founders. TRVG was started in 2004 and went IPO with over 1 b$ in revenue on NASDAQ in 2016. It was then labelled one of the first real Unicorns in Germany.  As Co-investors, with a focus on later stage phases, they invest in companies which can benefit from their entrepreneurial experience. As “low maintenance” investors, they offer the leeway that entrepreneurs need to build their businesses. So far, the Monkfish team has invested in over 50 start-ups in Europe, Asia, the US and South Africa.

Monkfish Equity

C4 Ventures is a leading European venture fund founded by Pascal Cagni (VP & GM Apple EMEIA 2000-2012). Based in Paris and London, they typically invest from Series A and onward in startups which are based in Europe and later stage startups seeking to expand into European markets. Their goal is to create a different kind of venture firm, one that focuses on partnering with entrepreneurs to navigate the complex European landscape. Both people and products drive their investments. They look for founding teams who are not afraid of challenging the status quo and want to revolutionise industries and practices — hence their explosive name. Their team has strong experience in product development, omni-channel/go-to-market strategy and scaling up businesses in Europe and globally. For more information, subscribe to their newsletter, check their portfolio and have a look at the companies and teams they believe in.

C4 Ventures

Isomer's entrepreneurial approach accesses high-potential opportunities through limited partner investments in funds, company co-investments, and providing liquidity to firms and founders via secondary purchases.

Isomer Capital

Global investor in big ideas with the potential for positive impact & exponential growth

Expon Capital

Acurio Ventures partners with visionary founders to make history happen. Acurio Ventures is a European early-stage VC that invests across sectors and business models and that relies on its entrepreneurial DNA, flexible approach and proven value add to partner with the best founders out there.

Acurio Ventures

Bonsai Partners is a Venture Capital investment company based in Spain, investing both primary and secondary opportunities in tech startups from Europe ranging from pre-series A to series C.

Bonsai Partners

Creas is the pioneering impact fund manager in Spain. We integrate capital, purpose and talent and place them at the service of transformative impact companies in Europe seeking to make a difference by empowerment through education, regeneration through promotion of circular production and addressing climate change and caring by improving the quality of life of vulnerable groups.

Creas

FJ Labs is a stage-agnostic investment firm that focuses on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. Their investments are seed and series A. The investment range of the company is $50,000 to $5,000,000. It invests in Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, Adore Me, and Earnest.

FJ Labs

Refurbed

Refurbed operates as an online marketplace for refurbished products. It sells renewed phones, laptops, and tablets up to 40% cheaper and 100% more environmentally friendly than their brand-new, store-bought counterparts. Refurbed devices are renewed through a 40-step process, making them look new and function like new. On top of that, each device comes with at least a 12-month guarantee. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.

Refurbed is an online marketplace for refurbished electronics, such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other devices. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, the company has experienced rapid growth and expansion across Europe. Refurbed's business model involves partnering with professional refurbishers who follow a rigorous 40-step process to restore used electronic devices to like-new condition, both in terms of appearance and functionality. These refurbished products are then sold through Refurbed's platform at prices typically 40% lower than brand-new equivalents, while also being more environmentally friendly.

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Refurbed is an online marketplace for refurbished electronics, such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other devices. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, the company has experienced rapid growth and expansion across Europe. Refurbed's business model involves partnering with professional refurbishers who follow a rigorous 40-step process to restore used electronic devices to like-new condition, both in terms of appearance and functionality. These refurbished products are then sold through Refurbed's platform at prices typically 40% lower than brand-new equivalents, while also being more environmentally friendly.
The refurbished electronics offered by Refurbed come with a minimum 12-month warranty and a 30-day testing period, ensuring customer satisfaction. The company's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by its practice of planting a tree for every product sold, offsetting the remaining carbon footprint. As of June 2023, Refurbed achieved a significant milestone of EUR 1 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) since its inception. Additionally, the company has attained profitability in its core markets of Austria and Germany as of 2022, ahead of schedule.
Refurbed has expanded its operations from Austria and Germany to Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Ireland, the Netherlands, and France. The company offers over 18,000 refurbished products across various categories, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, household appliances, e-bikes, and sports equipment. Refurbed has also made strategic acquisitions to further its mission of promoting sustainable consumption and the circular economy.

Vestiaire Collective is a leading global online marketplace for pre-owned luxury fashion items. Founded in 2009 in Paris, France, the company aims to transform the fashion industry into a more sustainable model by promoting circular fashion and reducing overconsumption and waste.
Vestiaire Collective operates a platform where buyers and sellers can buy, sell, and trade authenticated pre-owned luxury fashion items, including clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories from renowned brands such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, and Prada. As of 2023, the platform had over 3 million items listed and a community of around 23 million members across 78 countries.
The company's core value proposition lies in its rigorous authentication process. All items listed on the platform undergo meticulous quality and authenticity checks by a team of trained experts, ensuring the legitimacy of the products sold. This process involves thorough examination of materials, craftsmanship, branding elements, and serial numbers, as well as the use of advanced technologies like image recognition software.
Vestiaire Collective's business model is commission-based, with the company charging a percentage fee on successful transactions. The fee structure varies based on the sale price, ranging from 15% for items sold between USD 80 and USD 13,000 to a fixed fee for higher-priced items.
In recent years, Vestiaire Collective has undertaken various sustainability initiatives, such as launching the "Brand Approved" program, which allows luxury brands to integrate circularity into their business models by facilitating the buyback and resale of their pre-owned items. The company aims to become carbon neutral by 2026 and has implemented measures to reduce its environmental footprint, including offering green shipping options and eco-friendly packaging.

Vestiaire Collective

Trendyol is a leading ecommerce platform based in Turkey that was founded in 2010 by Demet Mutlu. It operates as a marketplace connecting buyers with a wide range of sellers offering products across various categories including fashion, electronics, beauty, and groceries. Trendyol has evolved from a single shopping site to a comprehensive ecommerce ecosystem, offering complementary services such as logistics (Trendyol Express), instant delivery (Trendyol Go), digital payments (Trendyol Pay), and a secondhand marketplace (Dolap).
Initially bootstrapped with USD 300,000 by Mutlu, Trendyol witnessed rapid growth, reaching over a million customers within its first year. As of 2023, the platform boasts over 30 million customers, 250,000 sellers, and delivers more than 1 million packages daily. Trendyol's success can be attributed to its focus on affordable pricing, a diverse product range, and a sustainable business model that supports digitization of local manufacturers and small businesses.
In 2018, Alibaba Group acquired a majority stake in Trendyol, valuing the company at USD 728 million. This strategic partnership provided Trendyol with technological expertise and helped position it as Turkey's first "decacorn" (a startup valued over USD 10 billion) after raising USD 1.5 billion in 2021, reaching a valuation of USD 16.5 billion.
Trendyol's commitment to creating a positive impact is evident through its support for local talent, sustainable sourcing, and initiatives promoting women's participation in the digital economy. The company has generated significant economic impact, contributing to the growth of over 90% of its sellers and enabling over 50,000 female entrepreneurs to establish ecommerce businesses.
Key customers and partnerships
Trendyol has established notable partnerships to enhance its technological capabilities and expand its reach. In 2018, Alibaba Group secured a significant stake in Trendyol, providing expertise and resources to support the platform's growth. This strategic partnership aims to boost Turkey's e-exports by enabling Turkish SMEs to leverage Alibaba's global network for exporting their products.
Additionally, Trendyol has partnered with EVS, aligning with their shared values of positively impacting people's lives and maintaining a startup spirit. This collaboration has allowed Trendyol to contribute further to Turkey's economy and leverage EVS's expertise in areas such as mobile payments, logistics, and exports.
Trendyol has also formed a partnership with AGH, a company rich in ecommerce experience. This alliance has enabled Trendyol to absorb knowledge and best practices in areas like logistics, mobile payments, and facilitating the growth of SMEs through the platform economy.

Trendyol

SidelineSwap is the world's largest online marketplace for buying and selling new and used sporting goods. It was founded in 2015 with the mission of making sports more affordable and accessible to everyone. The platform allows athletes, fans, and sports families to safely buy and sell a wide range of sports gear across various categories, including baseball, basketball, football, hockey, golf, lacrosse, skiing, snowboarding, and tennis. SidelineSwap has enabled athletes to earn over USD 250 million to date by reselling the extra gear they have at home.
The marketplace operates on a peer-to-peer model, where sellers can create free listings, and buyers can browse through the inventory to find great deals, often at up to 70% off retail prices. Sellers receive payment through SidelineSwap's secure platform once the buyer receives and approves the item. As of April 2024, SidelineSwap had helped over 2 million athletes resell over USD 250 million worth of used sports gear, keeping 180,000 pounds of gear out of landfills annually.
In addition to its core marketplace, SidelineSwap has developed a Trade-in Platform, which provides pop-up events, in-store, and online trade-in options for brands and retailers. This platform leverages SidelineSwap's proprietary marketplace technology and resale data, enabling sellers to choose between direct resale or instant trade-in value. The Trade-in Platform has been adopted by major retailers like DICK'S Sporting Goods and MonkeySports, allowing their customers to trade in used gear for store credits.

SidelineSwap

OnBuy is an online marketplace that was founded in 2016 with the aim of providing a fair and transparent platform for retailers and consumers alike. Unlike other major marketplaces, OnBuy does not hold its own inventory or compete with sellers by offering its own product lines. Instead, it acts as a pure online marketplace connecting independent retailers and brands with customers.
The platform offers a wide range of products across various categories, including electronics, entertainment, home and garden, office supplies, and more. As of March 2024, OnBuy hosts over 35 million products from 11,000 brands and retailers. The company has witnessed rapid growth, recording a 600% year-on-year increase in sales between 2018 and 2021.
OnBuy's unique selling proposition lies in its commitment to treating all sellers equally, regardless of their size or relationship with the platform. It operates on a transparent fee structure, charging a flat commission rate of 5% on consumer electronics and 9% for all other categories, with no listing fees. This approach has resonated well with retailers, attracting hundreds of new sign-ups each month.
In July 2023, OnBuy introduced a pioneering cashback rewards program, becoming the world's first cashback marketplace. Customers can earn uncapped cashback on every purchase, which can be spent instantly on the platform or withdrawn after 30 days. This innovative loyalty program aims to disrupt the online retail landscape and provide customers with tangible rewards for their loyalty.
OnBuy's growth has been fueled by its commitment to ethical practices, fair treatment of sellers, and a focus on customer needs. The platform's success has been recognized by various accolades, including being listed in the Financial Times' 1000 fastest-growing companies in Europe and Deloitte's Fast 50.
In December 2021, OnBuy announced its plans for an anticipated IPO within the next two years, as well as international expansion into over 140 countries. The company also acquired a new headquarters in central Bournemouth in March 2022 to support its growth ambitions.

OnBuy

OpenStore is a platform that provides instant liquidity for ecommerce entrepreneurs, primarily those selling on Shopify. Founded in 2021, the company allows merchants to sell their businesses quickly by providing a cash offer within 24 hours after connecting to their Shopify store and providing relevant data. OpenStore uses proprietary algorithms and data science to analyze a merchant's historical financials, order history, and marketing data to determine a valuation for the business.
The company acquires Shopify brands with USD 1 million to USD 10 million in gross merchandise volume, with a focus on US-based, direct-to-consumer brands. After the acquisition, OpenStore takes over operations of the businesses with the intention of growing them long-term. The company has acquired dozens of brands since late 2021 and aims to streamline the mergers and acquisitions process for ecommerce businesses through automation.
OpenStore differentiates itself from other ecommerce aggregators by its rapid turnaround time and focus on direct-to-consumer Shopify brands rather than Amazon marketplace sellers. The company closed a USD 32 million funding round in September 2022, valuing it at USD 970 million. As of July 2024, OpenStore had over 100 employees and had raised over USD 150 million in equity funding from investors including Lux Capital, Atomic, Founders Fund, General Catalyst, and Khosla Ventures.

OpenStore

C2C and B2C ecommerce platforms that enable users to sell a range of goods and services via their online marketplace (e.g., eBay, Amazon).

B2B ecommerce platforms that enable businesses to sell a range of goods and services aimed mainly at other businesses. These companies mostly provide wholesale/bulk purchases (e.g., DHgate, Lightinthebox).

B2C ecommerce platforms that enable businesses to sell specialized product categories (including electronics, fast fashion, or books) via their online marketplace (e.g., Trendyol, Asos, Bookshop).

Ecommerce solutions providers that offer software for customizable ecommerce and other websites or specific modules embedded in websites such as digital experience intelligence and ecommerce management support (e.g., Shopify, CommerceIQ).

Companies that buy and grow ecommerce brands on ecommerce marketplaces (e.g., Thrasio, OpenStore, Moonshot Brands).

Companies that use GenAI as a core part of their product offering for ecommerce platforms

Some companies in the "ecommerce website solutions" segment provide B2B SaaS solutions

GenAI-based Ecommerce Platform operators offer Generative AI as a part of their core offering

Ecommerce website solutions provide services to build customized platforms/experiences for ecommerce

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