Kima Ventures

Kima Ventures is a Paris-based venture capital firm founded in 2010, known for its active engagement in early-stage investments. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage companies, primarily focusing on the technology sector while also exploring a diverse range of other industries such as e-commerce, health, and fintech. Kima Ventures typically invests between €0.15 million and €5 million in its portfolio companies, often as a significant minority shareholder. The firm emphasizes collaboration, frequently co-investing alongside business angels and other venture capital funds. With a commitment to supporting ambitious founders, Kima Ventures aims to streamline the fundraising process, enabling entrepreneurs to concentrate on growth and execution. Over the past five years, Kima Ventures has invested in over 400 startups across 24 countries, establishing a reputation as one of the world's most active early-stage investors. The firm operates from its headquarters in Paris and maintains an additional office in London.

Jeanne Cluset

VC Associate

Xavier Niel

Founder

Alexis Robert

Partner

Past deals in Rental

HostnFly

Series A in 2019
SAS HostnFly develops a platform to optimize revenue on platforms like Airbnb. It offers turnkey management of seasonal rentals by taking care of all the logistics related to Airbnb rental. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Paris, France.

LouerAgile

Seed Round in 2019
LouerAgile is a real estate platform based in Maisons-Laffitte, France, that specializes in helping users find houses for rent in Paris. Launched in 2018, the platform employs analysis and multiple search functions to facilitate access to a diverse range of rental properties. Additionally, LouerAgile offers a notification system that alerts users when new housing offers that match their criteria are published, enhancing the search experience for tenants.

Landis

Seed Round in 2018
Landis is an online real estate platform designed to assist renters in becoming homeowners. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, the company enables clients to choose their ideal home, rent it, and purchase it within the first twelve months. Landis provides tools and incentives to help improve customers' credit scores and build their down payments, facilitating a smooth transition from renting to owning. The platform focuses on delivering a transparent and straightforward process, catering to both residential and commercial real estate needs.

Landis

Seed Round in 2018
Landis is an online real estate platform designed to assist renters in becoming homeowners. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, the company enables clients to choose their ideal home, rent it, and purchase it within the first twelve months. Landis provides tools and incentives to help improve customers' credit scores and build their down payments, facilitating a smooth transition from renting to owning. The platform focuses on delivering a transparent and straightforward process, catering to both residential and commercial real estate needs.

Flatlooker

Venture Round in 2018
Flatlooker SAS is an online platform based in Paris, France, that specializes in facilitating residential property rentals. Founded in 2016, the company assists tenants in their search for housing while simultaneously helping property owners find suitable tenants. Flatlooker manages all aspects of the rental process, including administrative, financial, and technical tasks, ensuring compliance with current regulations. This comprehensive approach streamlines the rental experience for both parties involved.

Joinery

Seed Round in 2018
Joinery is an online apartment renting platform designed to facilitate direct connections between apartment seekers and outgoing tenants, bypassing traditional brokers. By enabling a peer-to-peer rental experience, Joinery allows prospective tenants to find available homes directly from those who are vacating, streamlining the rental process. This approach not only simplifies the search for housing but also fosters a more personal and direct exchange of information between tenants.

Joinery

Seed Round in 2018
Joinery is an online apartment renting platform designed to facilitate direct connections between apartment seekers and outgoing tenants, bypassing traditional brokers. By enabling a peer-to-peer rental experience, Joinery allows prospective tenants to find available homes directly from those who are vacating, streamlining the rental process. This approach not only simplifies the search for housing but also fosters a more personal and direct exchange of information between tenants.

Drivezy

Venture Round in 2017
Drivezy India Travels Private Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Bengaluru, is a prominent marketplace for car and two-wheeler sharing in India. The company enables individuals to rent and sell used bikes and cars, connecting vehicle owners with travelers seeking transportation options. Through its platform, Drivezy offers self-drive rentals for scooters, motorcycles, and cars on a peer-to-peer basis, allowing users to book vehicles by the hour or day. Since its inception, Drivezy has facilitated connections between over 1,500 vehicle owners and renters, providing a convenient solution for both parties while promoting vehicle utilization. The company is recognized for its participation in Y Combinator's S16 batch and Google's Launchpad Accelerator program.

HostnFly

Seed Round in 2017
SAS HostnFly develops a platform to optimize revenue on platforms like Airbnb. It offers turnkey management of seasonal rentals by taking care of all the logistics related to Airbnb rental. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Paris, France.

Drivezy

Venture Round in 2016
Drivezy India Travels Private Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Bengaluru, is a prominent marketplace for car and two-wheeler sharing in India. The company enables individuals to rent and sell used bikes and cars, connecting vehicle owners with travelers seeking transportation options. Through its platform, Drivezy offers self-drive rentals for scooters, motorcycles, and cars on a peer-to-peer basis, allowing users to book vehicles by the hour or day. Since its inception, Drivezy has facilitated connections between over 1,500 vehicle owners and renters, providing a convenient solution for both parties while promoting vehicle utilization. The company is recognized for its participation in Y Combinator's S16 batch and Google's Launchpad Accelerator program.

Reezocar

Venture Round in 2016
Reezocar is a platform dedicated to simplifying the process of purchasing and leasing used cars in France and Europe. It consolidates a vast array of second-hand car advertisements, making it easy for customers to find their ideal vehicle, whether it's a classic model or a recent release. With a network of over 4,000 car specialists, Reezocar offers a comprehensive catalog of certified vehicles, ensuring that potential buyers have access to detailed information before making a purchase. The company provides a step-by-step service that includes negotiation, inspection, warranty, registration, and home delivery, making the experience of buying a used car straightforward and secure.

Home61

Seed Round in 2016
Home61 operates as an online real estate company based in Miami, Florida, specializing in residential properties such as houses, apartments, condos, and penthouses available for rent and sale. Founded in 2014, the company facilitates property listings for individuals, landlords, management companies, and brokers, allowing them to connect with potential buyers and renters. Home61 leverages technology to enhance the real estate experience, providing clients with confidence in buying and selling significant assets. The firm also supports real estate agents by offering tools and resources to help them succeed in a competitive market. Through its innovative approach, Home61 aims to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of transactions in the Miami real estate market.

Virtuo

Seed Round in 2015
Virtuo Technologies SAS, founded in 2015 and based in Paris, France, specializes in a mobile application for car rental services. The company aims to revolutionize the car hire experience by making car ownership unnecessary and alleviating urban congestion. Users can effortlessly book and unlock vehicles without the need for queues or paperwork, utilizing a digital key through the app. Available in key cities across the UK, France, Spain, and Belgium, Virtuo offers a selection of premium vehicles, including models like the Mercedes A-Class and GLA, all equipped with modern features such as car play and navigation. The service includes insurance, roadside assistance, and generous mileage, while providing flexibility for users to modify or extend bookings easily. Cancellations can be made without penalty up to three hours before the rental begins, and additional drivers can be added at no extra cost.

Radius Agent

Seed Round in 2015
Radius Agent is a tech platform built to empower real estate agents to run their businesses more effectively and increase their earnings. Products include a referral marketplace of over 70,000 members real estate agents; Radius Assist, a lead qualification concierge and Radius Agent Realty, a virtual brokerage offering. Radius Agent is funded by AngelPad, NFX, Sierra Ventures, Cota Capital, Innospring, Kima Ventures and some great angel investors.

Home61

Seed Round in 2015
Home61 operates as an online real estate company based in Miami, Florida, specializing in residential properties such as houses, apartments, condos, and penthouses available for rent and sale. Founded in 2014, the company facilitates property listings for individuals, landlords, management companies, and brokers, allowing them to connect with potential buyers and renters. Home61 leverages technology to enhance the real estate experience, providing clients with confidence in buying and selling significant assets. The firm also supports real estate agents by offering tools and resources to help them succeed in a competitive market. Through its innovative approach, Home61 aims to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of transactions in the Miami real estate market.

Triplemint

Seed Round in 2015
Triplemint Real Estate LLC, founded in 2011 and based in New York City, offers an innovative online platform for real estate services, including buying, selling, and renting apartments. Formerly known as Suitey, Inc., the company rebranded in April 2015 to reflect its commitment to enhancing the real estate experience through technology. Triplemint combines advanced online property search tools with a dedicated offline real estate team, aiming to streamline the entire process for consumers. As a venture capital-backed startup, Triplemint is focused on transforming the residential real estate market, which is valued at $60 billion, by improving efficiency and accessibility in real estate transactions.

Triplemint

Seed Round in 2014
Triplemint Real Estate LLC, founded in 2011 and based in New York City, offers an innovative online platform for real estate services, including buying, selling, and renting apartments. Formerly known as Suitey, Inc., the company rebranded in April 2015 to reflect its commitment to enhancing the real estate experience through technology. Triplemint combines advanced online property search tools with a dedicated offline real estate team, aiming to streamline the entire process for consumers. As a venture capital-backed startup, Triplemint is focused on transforming the residential real estate market, which is valued at $60 billion, by improving efficiency and accessibility in real estate transactions.

Boatbound

Seed Round in 2013
Boatbound operates as a peer-to-peer boat rental marketplace, connecting over 13 million registered boat owners with pre-screened renters. This platform enables boat owners to offset their ownership costs by renting out their vessels, which can include options with onboard captains for those without boating experience. Boatbound is free to join, with no associated monthly or membership fees, allowing users to easily access a diverse range of boats for their water-based activities.

Homeloc

Seed Round in 2012
Homeloc est une solution destinée aux propriétaires de location de vacances, proposant de nombreuses fonctionnalités au sein d’une interface unique : - Multidiffusion des annonces sur de nombreux sites partenaires (dont SeLoger Vacances, Locasun, Olx, Trovit, TouTyPasse, FLV.fr …), avec des remises significatives. - Création automatique et gratuite d’un site dédié (ex : www.homeloc.com/test), afin que les locataires potentiels puissent effectuer des demandes de réservation. - Messagerie centralisée pour retrouver et traiter facilement les demandes de réservation. - Synchronisation des calendriers de disponibilté. Pour les propriétaires, la promesse est simple : générer plus de réservations, tout en économisant du temps et de l’argent.

Boatbound

Seed Round in 2012
Boatbound operates as a peer-to-peer boat rental marketplace, connecting over 13 million registered boat owners with pre-screened renters. This platform enables boat owners to offset their ownership costs by renting out their vessels, which can include options with onboard captains for those without boating experience. Boatbound is free to join, with no associated monthly or membership fees, allowing users to easily access a diverse range of boats for their water-based activities.

Roomorama

Seed Round in 2011
Roomorama, LLC engages in the development of online rental communities. The company’s online marketplace enables clients to connect and transact with hosts and guests. It enables entrepreneurs, homeowners, and property managers to list and rent their properties online. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in New York, New York with an additional office in Singapore.
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