Shine
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Acquired by Société Générale June 2020 · terms undisclosed — around €100 million (disputed exact figure) · source ↗
Shine provides banking, accounting, payroll, and tax management tools for small business owners to reduce administrative friction. The company operates across four European markets and aims to help entrepreneurs focus on business growth rather than financial administration.
Founders & leadership

Investors · 3
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How we know: XAnge's portfolio page · funding news · Not right? Tell us
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries ASep 2018Source ↗
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Shine do?
- Shine provides banking, accounting, payroll, and tax management tools for small business owners to reduce administrative friction. The company operates across four European markets and aims to help entrepreneurs focus on business growth rather than financial administration.
- Who founded Shine?
- Shine was founded by Martin Hegelund, Rico Andersen.
- Who are Shine's investors?
- Shine's investors include CNI, Daphni, XAnge.



