SquareOne Venture Capital

SquareOne Venture Capital is a Berlin-based venture capital firm that specializes in pre-seed and seed investments in B2B technology. Founded in 2010, the firm typically serves as the first institutional investor on the cap table, offering a distinctive first-customers-guarantee to its portfolio companies. This approach positions SquareOne as an entrepreneurial partner, providing hands-on support and guidance from the outset. Leveraging a robust network of leading executives, tech entrepreneurs, and investors, SquareOne aims to establish the groundwork for large and profitable category leaders in B2B software and deep tech across Europe. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Stripe, Pipedrive, Carbon One, and Wandelbots.

Levent Altunel

Investment Associate

Charlotte Baumhauer

Principal

Christian Buchenau

Co-Founder, Managing Director and Partner

Christophe Defforey

Co-Founding Partner

Moritz Poewe

Partner

Federico Wengi

Partner

Past deals in Berlin

Anytype

Series A in 2023
Anytype Inc. is a software company based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing file storage solutions for Web3, designed to provide users with a secure environment for managing their digital content. The software allows users to store information locally while enabling them to create dashboards and organize ideas using text, images, and various media formats. By prioritizing privacy and data ownership, Anytype offers clients a way to efficiently manage their work online without compromising their personal information.

Deed

Series A in 2021
Deed is a social impact platform that facilitates employee donations to charities and encourages volunteering with meaningful causes. The platform is utilized by HR and social impact teams at various organizations to enhance employee engagement and retention. Deed enables users to discover local volunteering opportunities aligned with their interests, such as environmental initiatives, youth development, and animal care. It also assists companies in tracking their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts and effectively communicating their impact to employees and customers. Founded by Deevee Kashi, Steven Liu, and Aske Ertmann, Deed operates offices in Brooklyn, Berlin, Tel Aviv, and San Francisco.

Lhotse

Venture Round in 2021
Lhotse is a Berlin-based company founded in 2020 by Jan Berssenbruegge, Henning Hatjem, and Can Akin. It specializes in developing cloud-based procurement software aimed at optimizing non-strategic spending, commonly referred to as indirect spend. The platform automates and simplifies the procurement process, guiding users through each step from request to supplier identification and offer selection. By integrating seamlessly with existing systems, Lhotse enables organizations to efficiently manage tactical spending and reduce costs associated with procurement activities. The software is designed to be intuitive, making it accessible for employees across various levels within a company.

Deed

Seed Round in 2020
Deed is a social impact platform that facilitates employee donations to charities and encourages volunteering with meaningful causes. The platform is utilized by HR and social impact teams at various organizations to enhance employee engagement and retention. Deed enables users to discover local volunteering opportunities aligned with their interests, such as environmental initiatives, youth development, and animal care. It also assists companies in tracking their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts and effectively communicating their impact to employees and customers. Founded by Deevee Kashi, Steven Liu, and Aske Ertmann, Deed operates offices in Brooklyn, Berlin, Tel Aviv, and San Francisco.

Deed

Seed Round in 2020
Deed is a social impact platform that facilitates employee donations to charities and encourages volunteering with meaningful causes. The platform is utilized by HR and social impact teams at various organizations to enhance employee engagement and retention. Deed enables users to discover local volunteering opportunities aligned with their interests, such as environmental initiatives, youth development, and animal care. It also assists companies in tracking their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts and effectively communicating their impact to employees and customers. Founded by Deevee Kashi, Steven Liu, and Aske Ertmann, Deed operates offices in Brooklyn, Berlin, Tel Aviv, and San Francisco.

AskBy.ai

Seed Round in 2018
AskBy.ai is a research & development company that solves problems in the area of Natural Language Processing (NLP) & Machine Learning. We create tailored solutions for your Natural Language Processing problems with state-of-the-art Machine Learning methods.

Relimetrics

Seed Round in 2018
Relimetrics, Inc. specializes in imaging solutions aimed at enhancing materials reliability across various sectors, including aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, medical, and life sciences. The company offers a range of services, such as third-party supplier analysis, mechanical design optimization, and materials testing for aerospace and automotive industries. For the civil sector, it focuses on structural monitoring and predictive failure analysis, while in the medical field, it addresses cancer detection and surgical efficiency. Additionally, Relimetrics provides quality assurance testing in manufacturing and product efficacy testing in life sciences. The company leverages advanced computer vision and machine learning technology to automate visual inspections and process control, facilitating real-time image processing and video analytics. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in Berlin, Relimetrics aims to deliver comprehensive technical consulting, including predictive modeling and software development, across various engineering and consumer care industries.

RiseML

Seed Round in 2017
RiseML GmbH, founded in September 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, develops a machine learning platform designed to streamline the execution of deep learning experiments on both bare metal and cloud GPU clusters. The company aims to simplify the scaling of deep learning infrastructure for machine learning teams by providing a unified interface for AI supercomputers. Its command-line interface allows users to prepare, run, and monitor experiments directly from their workstations, supporting all major machine and deep learning frameworks. This functionality enables users to track progress, analyze results, and deploy machine learning technologies on their GPU clusters efficiently, regardless of the device being used.

KIWI

Series A in 2015
KIWI is the keyless entry system for house and apartment doors of apartment buildings. Access can be centrally managed online in real time via the KIWI Portal. Property managers are spared unnecessary trips. There is also no need to worry about having the right key in the right place at the right time. Over 110,000 residential units are connected to the KIWI infrastructure and more than 600 housing companies are KIWI customers. KIWI doors are already opened over 500,000 times a month with KIWI. KIWI is a service of KIWI.KI GmbH. The Berlin-based company was founded in February 2012. It is managed by Karsten Nölling, CEO, and Hannah Nöthig. More information on www.kiwi.ki.

KIWI

Convertible Note in 2013
KIWI is the keyless entry system for house and apartment doors of apartment buildings. Access can be centrally managed online in real time via the KIWI Portal. Property managers are spared unnecessary trips. There is also no need to worry about having the right key in the right place at the right time. Over 110,000 residential units are connected to the KIWI infrastructure and more than 600 housing companies are KIWI customers. KIWI doors are already opened over 500,000 times a month with KIWI. KIWI is a service of KIWI.KI GmbH. The Berlin-based company was founded in February 2012. It is managed by Karsten Nölling, CEO, and Hannah Nöthig. More information on www.kiwi.ki.

Flaconi

Venture Round in 2012
Flaconi GmbH is an online retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in perfumes and a diverse array of beauty products. Founded in 2011, the company provides customers with a broad selection that includes skincare, makeup, organic cosmetics, hair care, and other general beauty products. Flaconi emphasizes offering items that are organic and herbal, aiming to provide customers with options that are gentle and free of harmful side effects. Through its online platform, Flaconi caters to the growing demand for beauty products, ensuring a convenient shopping experience for consumers.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.