StartersHub

StartersHub is a pre-seed venture capital firm located in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 2015. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in technology startups, providing support and resources to help these companies grow and succeed. StartersHub aims to foster innovation by identifying promising tech ventures and guiding them through their initial development phases. Through its structured programs, the firm sets clear performance objectives, enabling startups to secure funding upon successful completion.

Ersoy Kiraz

Managing Director

Past deals in Turkey

Paymes

Convertible Note in 2020
Paymes is a fintech startup focused on providing streamlined payment solutions for social commerce, aiming to simplify and expedite the entry of sellers into e-commerce. With operations in Turkey, Azerbaijan, and the GCC market, Paymes offers a range of services that allow merchants to accept payments through popular messaging apps like Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp, as well as via web browsers without the need for additional applications. The platform features a corporate collection panel for efficient payment management, QR code payment options, and the ability to transform mobile phones into point-of-sale systems. Additionally, Paymes provides an open API and ready-to-use plugins for popular e-commerce platforms, enabling users to list products and manage transactions seamlessly. By leveraging AI and offering a channel-independent approach, Paymes delivers a user-friendly experience that requires no special financial literacy, making it accessible to a broad audience.

Poltio

Seed Round in 2019
Poltio is a Turkish company that operates an online platform focused on social polling and user engagement. The platform enables brands to create and share highly interactive content, facilitating better understanding of their customer segments and enhancing relationships. Through its tools, Poltio supports user engagement, lead generation, and data insight creation, allowing brands to develop and participate in polls on various topics and formats. This approach not only drives revenue but also fosters deeper connections with customers by leveraging interactive content across the brands' digital channels.

Onlock

Seed Round in 2018
Onlock is a developer of smart lock solutions tailored for the European and Turkish markets, offering a versatile locking system compatible with most existing locks. Its smart locks can be operated via a mobile application, allowing users to lock or unlock their doors conveniently while retaining the ability to use traditional physical keys. The installation process is straightforward, requiring no additional tools or drilling, as the device is mounted inside the home for enhanced security, protected by end-to-end encryption. Onlock's products address common security concerns, such as key loss and the need for shared access in scenarios like short-term rentals, domestic employment, and real estate management. The company aims to expand its product range, enhancing user experiences and creating new business opportunities within the smart home ecosystem.

Seyisco

Seed Round in 2018
Seyisco is a company based in Çankaya, Turkey, with an additional office in San Francisco, California, that specializes in smart governance, mobility, and infrastructure solutions. The company develops hardware and software tools to enhance municipal operations, focusing on automating public works functions. Its products include Roan, which detects and analyzes road damage on asphalt surfaces, and Voan, which monitors noise pollution levels. Additionally, Seyisco offers GovernOS, a comprehensive software platform that processes data and generates actionable insights for city managers, facilitating the development of smart cities efficiently and cost-effectively.

Paymes

Seed Round in 2018
Paymes is a fintech startup focused on providing streamlined payment solutions for social commerce, aiming to simplify and expedite the entry of sellers into e-commerce. With operations in Turkey, Azerbaijan, and the GCC market, Paymes offers a range of services that allow merchants to accept payments through popular messaging apps like Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp, as well as via web browsers without the need for additional applications. The platform features a corporate collection panel for efficient payment management, QR code payment options, and the ability to transform mobile phones into point-of-sale systems. Additionally, Paymes provides an open API and ready-to-use plugins for popular e-commerce platforms, enabling users to list products and manage transactions seamlessly. By leveraging AI and offering a channel-independent approach, Paymes delivers a user-friendly experience that requires no special financial literacy, making it accessible to a broad audience.

Poltio

Venture Round in 2017
Poltio is a Turkish company that operates an online platform focused on social polling and user engagement. The platform enables brands to create and share highly interactive content, facilitating better understanding of their customer segments and enhancing relationships. Through its tools, Poltio supports user engagement, lead generation, and data insight creation, allowing brands to develop and participate in polls on various topics and formats. This approach not only drives revenue but also fosters deeper connections with customers by leveraging interactive content across the brands' digital channels.

Onlock

Seed Round in 2017
Onlock is a developer of smart lock solutions tailored for the European and Turkish markets, offering a versatile locking system compatible with most existing locks. Its smart locks can be operated via a mobile application, allowing users to lock or unlock their doors conveniently while retaining the ability to use traditional physical keys. The installation process is straightforward, requiring no additional tools or drilling, as the device is mounted inside the home for enhanced security, protected by end-to-end encryption. Onlock's products address common security concerns, such as key loss and the need for shared access in scenarios like short-term rentals, domestic employment, and real estate management. The company aims to expand its product range, enhancing user experiences and creating new business opportunities within the smart home ecosystem.

Paymes

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Paymes is a fintech startup focused on providing streamlined payment solutions for social commerce, aiming to simplify and expedite the entry of sellers into e-commerce. With operations in Turkey, Azerbaijan, and the GCC market, Paymes offers a range of services that allow merchants to accept payments through popular messaging apps like Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp, as well as via web browsers without the need for additional applications. The platform features a corporate collection panel for efficient payment management, QR code payment options, and the ability to transform mobile phones into point-of-sale systems. Additionally, Paymes provides an open API and ready-to-use plugins for popular e-commerce platforms, enabling users to list products and manage transactions seamlessly. By leveraging AI and offering a channel-independent approach, Paymes delivers a user-friendly experience that requires no special financial literacy, making it accessible to a broad audience.

Poltio

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Poltio is a Turkish company that operates an online platform focused on social polling and user engagement. The platform enables brands to create and share highly interactive content, facilitating better understanding of their customer segments and enhancing relationships. Through its tools, Poltio supports user engagement, lead generation, and data insight creation, allowing brands to develop and participate in polls on various topics and formats. This approach not only drives revenue but also fosters deeper connections with customers by leveraging interactive content across the brands' digital channels.
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