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RI Digital Ventures

Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin

Description

RI Digital Ventures is the dedicated venture capital arm of the Raffay Group, a long-standing investment firm with roots tracing back to 1923. Based in Hamburg, Germany, RI Digital Ventures focuses on early-stage investments, primarily targeting innovative startups within the B2B SaaS, FinTech, PropTech, and marketplace sectors. The firm leverages the Raffay Group's extensive experience and network to support its portfolio companies, aiming to be more than just a capital provider. Its strategic focus aligns with digital transformation trends, seeking out companies that demonstrate strong potential for disruption and scalable business models.

The firm actively participates in pre-seed, seed, and Series A funding rounds, indicating a commitment to supporting companies from their nascent stages through significant growth phases. RI Digital Ventures typically deploys initial investments ranging from $270,000 to $1,620,000. This flexible approach allows them to engage with a diverse array of early-stage opportunities, from nascent concepts requiring foundational capital to more developed startups seeking to scale. Beyond the initial cheque, RI Digital Ventures also has the capacity for substantial follow-on investments, potentially committing up to $5,400,000 to support the continued growth and success of its portfolio companies.

RI Digital Ventures emphasizes a hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a robust network of industry experts and potential clients. Their investment philosophy is rooted in building long-term partnerships with founders, providing the resources necessary to navigate market challenges and accelerate growth. By concentrating on specific high-growth digital sectors, the firm aims to apply specialized knowledge and connections to foster the development of category-leading companies within the European startup ecosystem and beyond.

Investor Profile

RI Digital Ventures has backed more than 35 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 29% of its total and boasts 12 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United Kingdom, Singapore.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Travel, Hospitality.
  • Typical check size: $270K – $1.6M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (46%)
  • Series A (23%)
  • Seed (20%)
  • Series B (6%)
  • Series C (3%)
  • Series G (3%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (86%)
  • United Kingdom (6%)
  • Singapore (3%)
  • Turkey (3%)
  • Switzerland (3%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Travel
  • Hospitality
  • Internet
  • Fashion
  • Shopping
  • Professional Services
  • Tourism
  • Transportation
  • Fintech
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does RI Digital Ventures frequently co-invest with?

car4you
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 4
SG
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Köln
Co-Investments: 3
AF
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 4
HTGF | High-Tech Gruenderfonds
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Bonn
Co-Investments: 2
DN Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
Headline
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
b2venture
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 8
TA Ventures
Europe, Hessen, Germany, Frankfurt
Co-Investments: 3
German Media Pool
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 5
SquareOne Venture Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does RI Digital Ventures often collaborate with?

HH
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Shared Deals: 1
NW
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
DB
Europe, Germany
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
KH
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Shared Deals: 1
KC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by RI Digital Ventures?

Blacklane

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Blacklane is a professional chauffeur service that connects users to drivers through their mobile app.

AppsHospitalityMobile AppsProfessional ServicesTourismTransportationTravel
Series GOct 29, 2024
Amount Raised: $64,919,608
Blacklane

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Blacklane is a provider of chauffeur services that offer carbon-neutral vehicles for traveling.

HospitalityProfessional ServicesTourismTransportationTravel
Series UnknownMar 24, 2021
Amount Raised: $25,988,386
IDAGIO

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

IDAGIO is a streaming service for classical music.

AppsMusicMusic Streaming
Series ADec 5, 2017
Amount Raised: $9,500,000
Yorxs

München, Bayern, Germany

Diamonds are our expertise and love our passion. We stand for exquisite jewelry, excellent service and low prices.

E-CommerceFashion
Series UnknownOct 12, 2015
Momox

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Momox trades second-hand books, CDs, DVDs, computer and console games.

CommercialDeliveryE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsInternetOnline GamesRetail
Series UnknownSep 10, 2014
Patience

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Empowering anybody to teach online.

Big DataEdTechEducationTraining
Series AJul 16, 2014
Azimo

London, England, United Kingdom

Azimo is an online money transfer company that provides a fast, secure, and low-cost alternative to legacy high street remittance services.

Financial ServicesFinTechMobile PaymentsPersonal Finance
Series AMar 11, 2014
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Outfittery

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Outfittery provides an online personal shopping service for men.

E-CommerceFashionShopping
Series BFeb 17, 2014
Amount Raised: $17,817,543
Blacklane

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Blacklane is a provider of chauffeur services that offer carbon-neutral vehicles for traveling.

HospitalityProfessional ServicesTourismTransportationTravel
Series BDec 18, 2013
Amount Raised: $13,679,329
Luxodo

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

Luxodo.com is the operator of a luxury shopping platform.

E-CommerceFashionOnline PortalsShopping
Series UnknownNov 27, 2013
Amount Raised: $2,400,000