Rockstart

Rockstart is an accelerator based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 2011. It specializes in early-stage investments in startups across various sectors, including energy, health, agrifood, and emerging technologies. With a strong focus on supporting purpose-driven founders, Rockstart not only provides capital but also offers coaching, mentorship, and access to markets, expertise, and a community of co-investors and partners. The company has invested in over 350 startups, achieving an alumni valuation exceeding $1.7 billion. Rockstart operates additional offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Bogotá, Colombia, and emphasizes impact-driven initiatives, including programs designed to assist entrepreneurs in Nepal. The firm's notable exits include companies like Wercker, Bouw7, and 3D Hubs, reflecting its commitment to fostering scalable innovations that drive positive change globally.

Mark Durno

Managing Partner AgriFood

Francisca Sousa Guedes

Investment Manager

Max ter Horst

Managing Partner, Energy

Suzanne Kroeze

Investment Manager, Emerging Tech

Gem Kua

Investment Manager, Energy

Sam van der Linden

Investment Analyst

Don Ritzen

Interim Managing Partner Energy Fund

Philippe Schuit

Investment Director

Frederik Ploug Søgaard

Senior Investment Associate

Rune Theill

Co-Founder, CEO

Mick Valentin

Investment Analyst

Past deals in HoReCa

Orderlion

Funding Round in 2023
Orderlion GmbH is a Vienna-based company that provides a B2B e-commerce platform aimed at optimizing the ordering process for restaurants, hotels, and catering businesses. The platform facilitates direct connections between operators in the food service industry and various suppliers, including beverage and fresh produce wholesalers. Through its online portal, Orderlion allows users to efficiently order both food and non-food supplies, streamlining inventory management and ensuring that businesses can source their products under familiar conditions. By digitizing key business processes, Orderlion enhances communication along the supply chain, allowing suppliers to better connect with their customers.

Orderlion

Seed Round in 2022
Orderlion GmbH is a Vienna-based company that provides a B2B e-commerce platform aimed at optimizing the ordering process for restaurants, hotels, and catering businesses. The platform facilitates direct connections between operators in the food service industry and various suppliers, including beverage and fresh produce wholesalers. Through its online portal, Orderlion allows users to efficiently order both food and non-food supplies, streamlining inventory management and ensuring that businesses can source their products under familiar conditions. By digitizing key business processes, Orderlion enhances communication along the supply chain, allowing suppliers to better connect with their customers.

FloVision Solutions

Seed Round in 2021
FloVision Solutions operates a food analytics platform designed to help cafeterias and quick-service restaurants minimize food waste and enhance meal performance. The platform employs advanced machine learning algorithms and compact sensors to provide real-time data on food performance, defects, and process errors. By analyzing this information, it offers actionable recommendations to users, enabling them to optimize food procurement, increase yield and quality, and ultimately reduce their food footprint while saving costs. The comprehensive approach of FloVision Solutions empowers food processors and distributors to achieve greater efficiency and accountability in their operations.

Cluvi

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Cluvi offers digital solutions designed to enhance the operational efficiency and profitability of restaurants. The company specializes in creating smart menus that facilitate customer service by digitizing key aspects such as table ordering, reservation management, and an address system. By leveraging these tools, Cluvi enables restaurants to boost sales of specific products, increase customer turnover, and gain valuable insights into consumer behavior through comprehensive data analysis. Additionally, Cluvi provides event management applications that keep businesses informed about recent events, further supporting decision-making and optimizing performance across various sectors, including hospitality and entertainment. Through its data-driven strategies, Cluvi aims to unlock growth opportunities for its clients.

VanChefs

Seed Round in 2013
VanChefs is a developer of a food catering platform that allows users to order meals from top-rated local chefs. The platform standardizes catering options by pricing them on a per-person basis, making it easier for customers to plan events. In addition to traditional catering services, VanChefs offers food truck rentals for various occasions, such as company parties, weddings, and festivals. The company also provides a service called Go Celebrate, which facilitates the booking of personal chefs for home cooking experiences.
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