FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, primarily focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups across various sectors, including B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, software as a service, and virtual reality. FJ Labs typically invests in seed and Series A rounds, with investment amounts ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000.

Matias Barbero

Investor

William Guillouard

Venture Partner

Arne Halleraker

Principal

Christopher Keshian

Investor

Daniel Simon

venture Partner

Güimar Vaca Sittic

Venture Partner

Jose Marin

Co-Founder

Past deals in Berlin

TIER Mobility

Series D in 2025
TIER Mobility GmbH is a shared micro-mobility provider based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in electric vehicles for local commuting. Founded in 2018, the company offers a variety of light electric vehicles, including e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds, all accessible through a user-friendly application that allows customers to locate and book vehicles easily. TIER aims to transform urban transportation by reducing reliance on cars and promoting climate-neutral solutions that contribute to a sustainable future. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER is committed to fostering environmentally friendly mobility options in cities.

TIER Mobility

Venture Round in 2024
TIER Mobility GmbH is a shared micro-mobility provider based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in electric vehicles for local commuting. Founded in 2018, the company offers a variety of light electric vehicles, including e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds, all accessible through a user-friendly application that allows customers to locate and book vehicles easily. TIER aims to transform urban transportation by reducing reliance on cars and promoting climate-neutral solutions that contribute to a sustainable future. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER is committed to fostering environmentally friendly mobility options in cities.

Buena

Venture Round in 2024
Buena cares for your apartments, tenants, and every task that comes with being a landlord. That’s more time for you.

EWOR

Convertible Note in 2023
EWOR, founded in 2020 and based in Berlin, Germany, is an organization dedicated to empowering aspiring entrepreneurs to address significant global challenges. It offers a unique blend of high-quality entrepreneurship education and access to early-stage venture capital, allowing individuals of all ages to develop impactful technology companies. The leadership team consists of experienced founders who have successfully built and sold fast-growing tech enterprises, including notable exits and extensive angel investments. EWOR provides venture capital of up to €150,000 and connects its members with a network of over ten unicorn founders. By combining education and funding, EWOR aims to foster innovation and support the next generation of entrepreneurs in their pursuit of building successful companies.

CURE: One app, all things health

Series A in 2022
CURE Group GmbH is a healthcare on-demand company with the vision to be the easiest access to healthcare services without leaving your home. Today, CURE works with a local pharmacy network and delivers medicine quickly and sustainably. CURE was founded in December 2021 by Ali El-Ali and Manuel Aberle in Berlin. CURE investors include Breega, Craft Ventures, Abstract Ventures, PiLabs, and J12 Ventures, with participation from J Ventures.

MagaLoop

Seed Round in 2021
MagaLoop GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a digital B2B marketplace connecting wholesalers, retailers, manufacturers, and shopkeepers. Founded in 2018, MagaLoop offers a mobile application and web portal that facilitate the ordering of goods from wholesale suppliers, allowing kiosk operators and small retailers to streamline their purchasing processes. The platform features tools such as a barcode scanner and order history, enabling quick and efficient transactions for a variety of products, from snacks to beverages. Additionally, MagaLoop provides services like marketing, communication, and price optimization, aiding manufacturers and wholesalers in reaching their target markets effectively. By enhancing the operational efficiency of independent retailers, MagaLoop helps them navigate competitive landscapes while maintaining their autonomy.

optilyz

Series A in 2020
optilyz GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in direct mail marketing automation. Established in 2015, it offers a platform that enables clients to design, book, and track customer addresses for their marketing campaigns. The software allows businesses to automate the printing and sending of letters, postcards, and self-mailers, effectively integrating direct mail into their overall marketing strategies. Additionally, optilyz provides services such as data mapping, address review, and tools for recurring campaigns, helping clients optimize their marketing efforts and reduce customer acquisition costs. Its user-friendly interface and robust analytics capabilities make it a preferred choice for many innovative companies and major retail chains across Europe.

MagaLoop

Seed Round in 2020
MagaLoop GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a digital B2B marketplace connecting wholesalers, retailers, manufacturers, and shopkeepers. Founded in 2018, MagaLoop offers a mobile application and web portal that facilitate the ordering of goods from wholesale suppliers, allowing kiosk operators and small retailers to streamline their purchasing processes. The platform features tools such as a barcode scanner and order history, enabling quick and efficient transactions for a variety of products, from snacks to beverages. Additionally, MagaLoop provides services like marketing, communication, and price optimization, aiding manufacturers and wholesalers in reaching their target markets effectively. By enhancing the operational efficiency of independent retailers, MagaLoop helps them navigate competitive landscapes while maintaining their autonomy.

Buena

Series A in 2020
Buena cares for your apartments, tenants, and every task that comes with being a landlord. That’s more time for you.

PaulCamper

Series A in 2019
PaulCamper GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, is Europe's largest RV rental marketplace. The company focuses on creating a vibrant community for camping and outdoor enthusiasts, allowing RV owners to rent out their vehicles easily and safely. This platform connects private landlords with travelers seeking to explore the outdoors, facilitating the rental of motor homes and campervans across the country. PaulCamper offers tailored insurance options at transparent prices, ensuring that both landlords can earn extra income and renters find reliable options without hidden costs.

Zageno

Series B in 2019
Zageno Inc. is an online retailer specializing in life science research products, aiming to streamline the purchasing process for researchers globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Zageno offers a diverse range of over 10 million products, including preparation items, gene editing tools, PCR products, sequencing kits, and various detection and lab accessories. The company features a unique Scientific Score, which provides unbiased, peer-reviewed ratings to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions. Zageno's platform is designed to enhance convenience and efficiency in acquiring research materials, serving as a reliable sales channel for suppliers and partners in the biotechnology sector. The company also has an office in Berlin, Germany, reflecting its commitment to fostering scientific innovation.

CoMatch

Series B in 2018
COMATCH GmbH is a Berlin-based online marketplace that connects companies with freelance management consultants and industry experts. The platform specializes in facilitating access to professionals with expertise in areas such as strategy, organization, IT, marketing, sales, finance, market analysis, and operations. By matching independent consultants with businesses seeking external support for their projects, COMATCH enables organizations of all sizes to efficiently acquire the specialized skills and knowledge they need to enhance their operations and achieve their goals.

Raisin

Venture Round in 2017
Raisin is an online financial marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, that connects retail customers with banks seeking to expand their deposit base. Established in 2012, Raisin aims to help savers access the best interest rates available across Europe by offering a range of exclusive savings and investment products. The platform allows users to choose from various options, including overnight flexible savings and long-term deposits, enabling them to earn competitive returns by depositing their money in different banks. Raisin ensures a seamless investment process and simplifies the management of investments through a single platform, enhancing the experience for both individuals and businesses. In June 2021, Raisin expanded its capabilities through a merger with Deposit Solutions, further solidifying its position in the market.

caroobi

Series A in 2017
Caroobi GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a network of workshops specializing in car repair services and replacement parts across Germany. Founded in 2015, the company offers a range of services, including transmission repair, oil changes, engine and cylinder head gasket replacement, and quality inspections. It also provides auto parts such as engine exchange parts and turbocharger replacements. Caroobi aims to enhance the automotive aftersales experience by offering a transparent and straightforward booking process for various services, allowing customers to schedule repairs at fixed prices. As of June 2020, Caroobi operates as a subsidiary of Deutsches Werkstattnetz GmbH.

Raisin

Series C in 2017
Raisin is an online financial marketplace based in Berlin, Germany, that connects retail customers with banks seeking to expand their deposit base. Established in 2012, Raisin aims to help savers access the best interest rates available across Europe by offering a range of exclusive savings and investment products. The platform allows users to choose from various options, including overnight flexible savings and long-term deposits, enabling them to earn competitive returns by depositing their money in different banks. Raisin ensures a seamless investment process and simplifies the management of investments through a single platform, enhancing the experience for both individuals and businesses. In June 2021, Raisin expanded its capabilities through a merger with Deposit Solutions, further solidifying its position in the market.

Clue

Series B in 2016
Clue is a Berlin-based reproductive health company that specializes in providing personalized health insights to support individuals throughout their reproductive journeys, from their first period to menopause. Founded in 2012, Clue emerged as one of the pioneering femtech companies and now serves millions of users across over 190 countries. The company focuses on empowering individuals through its mobile application, which features a signature Period Tracking function, fertility cycle analysis, symptom tracking, and calendar reminders. Clue also offers additional personalized services through a subscription plan called Clue Plus. Committed to advancing reproductive health, Clue collaborates with universities, researchers, and healthcare professionals to address gaps in health knowledge and support evidence-based practices.

caroobi

Seed Round in 2016
Caroobi GmbH is a Berlin-based company that operates a network of workshops specializing in car repair services and replacement parts across Germany. Founded in 2015, the company offers a range of services, including transmission repair, oil changes, engine and cylinder head gasket replacement, and quality inspections. It also provides auto parts such as engine exchange parts and turbocharger replacements. Caroobi aims to enhance the automotive aftersales experience by offering a transparent and straightforward booking process for various services, allowing customers to schedule repairs at fixed prices. As of June 2020, Caroobi operates as a subsidiary of Deutsches Werkstattnetz GmbH.

optilyz

Seed Round in 2016
optilyz GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in direct mail marketing automation. Established in 2015, it offers a platform that enables clients to design, book, and track customer addresses for their marketing campaigns. The software allows businesses to automate the printing and sending of letters, postcards, and self-mailers, effectively integrating direct mail into their overall marketing strategies. Additionally, optilyz provides services such as data mapping, address review, and tools for recurring campaigns, helping clients optimize their marketing efforts and reduce customer acquisition costs. Its user-friendly interface and robust analytics capabilities make it a preferred choice for many innovative companies and major retail chains across Europe.
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