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Verlinvest

Growth equity

Brussels · Seed–Late Stage · 18 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Verlinvest backs consumer-facing businesses with patient, permanent capital designed to support companies over the long term rather than through fixed fund cycles. It invests across three core strategies: Growth, Platform, and Venture (through V3 Ventures). The firm concentrates on food, beverage and FMCG, health, consumer technology, and lifestyle brands, favoring purpose-driven companies that promote better consumption habits. With a team of brand- and product-focused operators and advisors, Verlinvest helps locally-loved companies scale regionally and internationally.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Late Stage
HQ
Brussels, BE
Instruments
Equity
Last 12 months
3 investments
Tracked investments
53
Unicorns
2
IPOs
2
Acquisitions
1

Team · 18 people

from the firm's website & curated & public directories

Founder mafia

3 people who came through Verlinvest went on to found or lead other companies.

What they invest in

from 32 of 53 portfolio companies

Consumer ×22Direct to Consumer ×11FoodTech ×11E-commerce ×7AI & Machine Learning ×5Healthtech ×3Impact & Social Good ×3SaaS ×3

HQs:United States×7India×6United Kingdom×3France×2Germany×1Indonesia×1

Who they back

founder profiles across 10 portfolio companies
50%
solo founders
5 of 10 mapped founding teams

Founding team size:solo founder×52 founders×5

Investments · 53 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2026 · 32025 · 12024 · 22023 · 12022 · 52021 · 22020 · 22018 · 12017 · 118 dated

Chewychewy.comin𝕏NYSE: CHWY

Chewy is an online retailer for pet products and prescription medications, offering an Autoship subscription service and a pharmacy where licensed pharmacists coordinate with veterinarians to fill pet prescriptions.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce

Ryan Cohen(Founder)inSumit Singh(Chief Executive Officer and Director)inChristopher S. Deppe(Chief Financial Officer)

Co-investorsUpfront VenturesVolition CapitalBC Partners

KaraFunkarafun-group.comin✓ verified

KaraFun develops a karaoke platform with applications and technology solutions for consumers, entertainment venues, and the leisure industry.

ConsumerCreator EconomyMedia & EntertainmentSaaSLille, FR

Co-investorsVendis Capital

Katkinkatkin.cominAug 2022✓ verified

KatKin is a London-based subscription brand making gently cooked, frozen fresh cat food from human-quality meat.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechHealthtechLondon, GB

Nikki O'Farrell(Founder)inBrett O'Farrell(Co-founder)in

Co-investorsKreos CapitalOctopus VenturesRedbus VenturesSlingshot VenturesV3 Ventures

BYJU'Sbyjus.com

BYJU'S offers online learning programs, video lessons, and a personalized learning app for students in India, including tutoring and exam-preparation programs for competitive tests such as JEE and NEET.

ConsumerEdTech

Byju Raveendran(Founder & CEO)

Co-investors3Spoke CapitalAarin CapitalAlkeon InnovationDisney AcceleratorKaizenvestLightspeed Venture Partners+5 more

Cometcomet.comin𝕏Sep 2026

Comet builds infrastructure for developing, evaluating, and deploying AI applications in production.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsNew York City, US

Gideon Mendels(CEO and Co-Founder)inNimrod Lahav(CTO and Co-founder)in

Co-investorsElevation CapitalGiTV, Inc.OpenView Venture PartnersTechstarsTrilogy Equity PartnersNexus Venture Partners+2 more

Eka Careeka.carein𝕏Jul 2022 · $15M

Eka Care is a personal health record (PHR) application that enables users to store medical records and monitor health vitals, serving patients and healthcare providers in India.

AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechSaaS

Vikalp Sahni(Founder & CEO)inDeepak Tuli(Co-Founder & COO)in

Co-investorsAditya Birla VenturesEximius VenturesHummingbird VenturesMars Shot VenturespeerchequeSpeciale Invest+2 more

Epigamiaepigamiastore.com𝕏

Epigamia creates healthier snacking options using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, combining Indian and Greek culinary traditions.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTech

Co-investorsAnicut CapitalDanone Manifesto VentureDSG Consumer PartnersSauce.vc

Genexagenexa.comMay 2022

Genexa makes over-the-counter medicines formulated with what it calls "clean" ingredients, including pain relief and fever products for children and adults.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & Fitness

Co-investorsNorth Castle PartnersPoint King CapitalMonogram Capital PartnersUnilever Ventures

goodBytzgoodbytz.cominSeries A · Oct 2023 · $13M

goodBytz manufactures autonomous robotic kitchen systems that prepare fresh meals in various environments using AI and digital kitchen operations.

AI & Machine LearningFoodTechRobotics

Dr. Hendrik Susemihl(Founder)in

Co-investorsOyster Bay Venture Capital

Heads Up For Tailsheadsupfortails.comin𝕏Aug 2021

Heads Up For Tails sells pet care products including toys, beds, bowls, collars, and treats for dogs and cats, with a focus on the Indian market.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceRetail TechNew Delhi, IN

Rashi Narang(Founder)in

Co-investorsPeak XV Partners

INSOMNIAinsomniacookies.com

Insomnia Cookies delivers warm cookies to customers until 3 AM daily.

Direct to ConsumerFoodTechNewton Square, US

Seth Berkowitz(Founder)inLouis Smookler(Executive Officer)

BoardMichael Tattersfield(Director)Matthew Spanjers(Director)Josh Charlesworth(Director)

Co-investorsMaywic Select Investments

K1 Speedk1speed.comFeb 2024

K1 Speed operates indoor go-kart racing venues that offer corporate event hosting, including private party rooms, full venue buyouts, catering options, and gaming entertainment for company holiday parties and team-building events.

ConsumerSports TechCarlsbad, US

Daniel Zychlinskiin

Kopi Kenangankopikenangan.comin

Kopi Kenangan is a grab-and-go coffee chain operating across Indonesia and Southeast Asia, serving coffee consumers through a fast-growing retail network.

ConsumerFoodTechRetail TechIndonesia, ID

Edward Tirtanata(Co-Founder & Group CEO)inJames Prananto(Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsAlpha Wave GlobalB Capital GroupB4 CapitalHorizons VenturesPeak XV PartnersAlpha JWC Ventures+2 more

Lazadalazada.cominacquired by Alibaba Group · Apr 2016

Lazada operates an e-commerce marketplace serving Southeast Asia, connecting shoppers and retailers through its technology, logistics, and payments infrastructure.

E-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainMarketplacesSingapore, SG

Magnus Ekbom(Co-Founder)inMartell von Hardenberg(Co-Founder)inMaximilian Bittner(Founder & former Group CEO)inPierre Poignant(Co-Founder, former COO & later Group CEO)inAlan Chanin

Co-investorsAccess Technology VenturesRocket Internet SEAccess IndustriesGlobal Founders CapitalKinnevikSummit Partners+1 more

Livaliva.ag

LiVA develops a post-harvest biological solution that activates natural bacteria on produce to extend shelf life and protect against spoilage and flavor loss.

AgTechDeep TechFoodTech

Co-investorsATOORO FUNDSVG Ventures | THRIVE

Liva Healthcarelivahealthcare.comin

Liva Healthcare delivers virtual care programs through a configurable digital health platform staffed by certified health coaches, targeting healthcare providers and insurers with evidence-based lifestyle interventions for chronic disease management.

Digital HealthHealthtechSaaSWellness & FitnessMunich, GB

Co-investorsDigital Health Ventures

Muttimutti-parma.com

Mutti is a food company that produces tomato-based products including polpa, passata, concentrato, and pelati for cooking and food preparation.

ConsumerFoodTechParma, IT

Co-investorsJam FundLux Capital

Oatlyoatly.com

Oatly makes oat-based food and drink products, including oat drinks, chilled oat drinks, cooking products, and oatgurt.

Climate TechConsumerFoodTech

Rickard Öste(Founder)Björn Öste(Founder)

Co-investorsCoefficient CapitalDynabrand VenturesFELIX CAPITALIndustrifondenK2 GlobalOyster Bay Venture Capital+8 more

Orbiwithorbi.comJul 2022

Orbi builds AI companions designed for children.

GamingBangalore, IN

Tilakraj Singh(CEO)inRitik Agrawal(CTO)inVirok Sharma(CPO)in

Co-investorsEntrepreneur FirstAditya Birla Ventures

Pedegopedegoelectricbikes.com

Pedego manufactures and sells electric bicycles, with a focus on customer-centric design and personal experience.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerHardwareMobility & Transportation

Remy Cointreauremy-cointreau.comin𝕏

Rémy Cointreau is a French family-owned group producing premium spirits through its portfolio of heritage brands, with roots dating back to 1724.

Consumer

Sambazonsambazon.com𝕏

Sambazon produces açaí-based food and beverage products, including bowls, smoothies, and juices, sold in grocery stores, cafes, and to institutions.

Advanced ManufacturingConsumerFoodTechImpact & Social GoodSan Clemente, US

Ryan Black(Executive Officer, Director)Jeremy Black(Executive Officer)inG. Scott Greenburg(Executive Officer)Ricardo Perdigao(Executive Officer)inG. Scott Greenberg(Executive Officer)Greg Dunn(Executive Officer)

Co-investorsBuilders FundKitchen FundNext World Capital

Stenonstenon.ioinPre-Seed · Jul 2018 · $1M

Stenon provides real-time soil data analytics for agriculture businesses using a portable sensor device (FarmLab) combined with AI and cloud software.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningPotsdam, DE

Niels Grabbert(Gründer und CEO)inJens Meichsner(CTO)in

Co-investorsAtlanticCherry VenturesDeepTech & Climate FondsOyster Bay Venture CapitalPymwymicAtlantic Labs+1 more

Supernovagetsupernova.aiSep 2026

Supernova is an AI-powered mobile app focused on teaching spoken English through daily personalized lessons, translation practice from the learner's native language, and conversations with an AI tutor called Nova.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerEdTechEnergyBengaluru, IN

Nawin Krishna(Founder)inBernard Kiesel(CFO)Christopher Bridwell(President CEO)Arthur Bankston(COO)

Co-investorsKae CapitalVertex Ventures

The Climbing Hangartheclimbinghangar.cominOct 2024

The Climbing Hangar operates a chain of indoor rock climbing gyms across the UK designed to foster community and personal development through climbing.

ConsumerSports TechWellness & FitnessLiverpool, GB

Tolunatoluna.comOct 2020

Toluna operates an online community platform where members participate in surveys and provide feedback on products and services in exchange for rewards.

ConsumerMarketing Tech

Co-investorsRally Ventures Management, Llc

Tony'stonyschocolonely.comin𝕏

Tony's Chocolonely is a chocolate maker working to end exploitation in the cocoa industry, including forced labour, child labour and deforestation.

ConsumerFoodTechImpact & Social Good

Valtechvaltech.comin

Valtech is a global experience innovation company that helps organizations and businesses develop solutions by combining expertise across different disciplines and perspectives to drive transformation and growth in a rapidly changing technological landscape.

E-commerceEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSector Agnostic

Adam HasemeyerinSujatha Balakrishnanin

Co-investorsBC Partners

Veebaveeba.inin𝕏Oct 2017 · $6M

Veeba produces packaged food condiments and sauces, including stir-fry sauces, gift boxes, and combo packs, sold to consumers.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech

Viraj Bahl(Founder)in

Co-investorsDSG Consumer PartnersSaama CapitalSixth Sense Ventures

Vita Cocovitacoco.comJul 2026

Vita Coco is a beverage brand built around coconuts, selling coconut water, coconut juice, coconut milk, and flavored coconut-based drinks directly to consumers.

Advanced ManufacturingConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceNew York, US

Michael Kirban(Director)inIra Liran(Director)Martin Roper(Executive Officer, Director)inCorey Baker(Executive Officer)inJonathan Burth(Executive Officer)inCharles van Es(Executive Officer)

Co-investorsVedra PartnersBlackRockSEI Ventures

Who Gives A Crapwhogivesacrap.orgin𝕏Sep 2021 · $41.5M

Who Gives A Crap sells toilet paper and related household paper products directly to consumers, donating 50% of its profits to clean water and sanitation non-profits worldwide.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerImpact & Social Good

Danny Alexander(Founder)inSimon Griffiths(Founder)in

Co-investorsAirTree VenturesAthletic VenturesGiant LeapGlitch CapitalThe CraftoryAthletico Ventures+1 more

Yepodayepoda.comMar 2025

Yepoda sells The Dewy Day, a moisturizing niacinamide and apricot cushion foundation that combines makeup coverage with skincare ingredients for a natural, dewy finish.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce

Veronika Strotmann(Founder)inSander Joonyoung

Co-investorsSlingshot VenturesV3 Ventures

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

BludentalBlue Tokai Coffee RoastersBouldersCible SkinCloneCrimson EducationCupboard FreshFacelandHintJuicy ChemistryLahoriNestoNumaOrbi HealthSinomedicaSulaThe Eye FoundationTom & CoWakefitYour Super

Exits · 3

2 IPOs · 1 acquisitions · showing 2

ChewyNYSE: CHWYLazadaacq. by Alibaba Group

Portfolio news

latest coverage across their companies

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Verlinvest made?
Verlinvest has 53 tracked investments, 3 of which have exited, including 5 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does Verlinvest invest at?
Verlinvest invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
What sectors does Verlinvest focus on?
Verlinvest focuses on Consumer, Direct to Consumer, E-commerce, FoodTech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Wellness & Fitness.
Where is Verlinvest located?
Verlinvest is headquartered in Brussels, BE.
Does Verlinvest lead rounds?
Verlinvest has led 3 of the 8 rounds where its role is on record.
Who does Verlinvest co-invest with?
Verlinvest most often shares deals with JamJar Investments, Peak XV Partners, Spring Marketing Capital, among 47 tracked co-investors.

Media · Podcasts & interviews

featuring the team

Private Equity’s Next Competitive Edge Is Talent | Roberto Italia, CEO of Verlinvest

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The Real Focus Behind Private Equity Performance| Roberto Italia, CEO of Verlinvest

Verlinvest · Roberto Italia

Beyond Returns: The Expanding Role of Private Equity | Roberto Italia, CEO of Verlinvest

Verlinvest · Roberto Italia

New Episode with with Roberto Italia, CEO of Verlinvest

Money Maze Podcast · Roberto Italia

How Verlinvest Supported Oatly's Global Expansion (With Roberto Italia, CEO of Verlinvest)

Money Maze Podcast · Roberto Italia

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