Rise · Batches

Rise batch 4.

Started July 2021. 10 companies.

Companies

10

10 with current data

Cohort headcount today

618

vs 666 12 months ago

Total raised

$184.3M

across the cohort (Harmonic)

Started

July 2021

Rise block 1

The cohort

Where they started · where they are now.

Brenger

Amsterdam

Brenger is a logistics platform that connects users with independent couriers for the transportation of bulky goods, utilizing an optimized van loading system to enhance delivery efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions. The service offers a simple booking process aimed at providing reliable and cost-effective transport solutions for large items.

Backed by

Tablomonto Venture Capital

35 people -26%

Venture Unknown

$11.2M raised

last round October 2022 · 8 rounds

CodeSandbox

CodeSandbox provides cloud-based development environments that leverage microVM technology to create secure, isolated sandboxes for executing code, including untrusted code, without affecting the host system. The platform facilitates rapid project setup, supports seamless work resumption, and allows multiple development environments to operate concurrently.

Backed by

Mathias Biilmann EQT Ventures Arches Capital Kleiner Perkins +1

7 people -46%

Exited

$15.1M raised

last round December 2024 · 3 rounds

Fixico

Amsterdam

The company offers a platform that employs photo comparison technology to facilitate connections between users and car damage repair services, allowing users to obtain multiple repair quotes efficiently. This system is designed to streamline the pricing process and enhance cost-effectiveness for users.

Backed by

Autotech Ventures Orange Growth Capital Finch Capital Mundi Ventures +1

69 people -8%

Series A

$16.9M raised

last round March 2021 · 3 rounds

Kaizo

Amsterdam

The company offers an AI-powered platform that automates quality assurance and enhances customer support operations through performance coaching and real-time analytics. Its technology employs advanced AI models to evaluate service quality and performance metrics, integrating with tools like Zendesk and Salesforce to improve agent engagement.

Backed by

Curiosity VC Unpopular Ventures Gradient Partech +1

30 people +67%

Seed

$7.0M raised

last round June 2021 · 2 rounds

Lepaya

Amsterdam

Lepaya offers a blended training platform that integrates online, offline, and virtual reality learning experiences, utilizing artificial intelligence to support continuous upskilling and reskilling. The platform focuses on essential power skills through personalized learning paths and interactive tools that assess and track behavioral changes.

Backed by

Mars Growth Capital Tablomonto Venture Capital Mediahuis nv Endeit Capital +1

125 people -7%

Series C

$85.0M raised

last round September 2023 · 4 rounds

Orderchamp

Amsterdam

Orderchamp is a digital wholesale marketplace that connects retailers with over 7,000 brands, offering low minimum order requirements and flexible payment options. The platform employs advanced algorithms, data analytics, and machine learning to enhance product discovery and streamline the purchasing process.

Backed by

henQ Prime Ventures Zhong Xu Stefan van den Berg

26 people -32%

Series A

$23.3M raised

last round May 2021 · 3 rounds

Relive

Rotterdam

The platform allows outdoor enthusiasts to track activities such as running, biking, and hiking by leveraging GPS data to create animated 3D visualizations of their routes. It also integrates with various GPS trackers to facilitate the sharing and monitoring of outdoor experiences.

Backed by

Techstars

35 people -8%

Seed

$1.1M raised

last round January 2022 · 2 rounds

Studyportals

Eindhoven

Studyportals provides a digital platform that aggregates a vast database of over 200,000 courses, facilitating connections between students and higher education institutions for international recruitment. The platform utilizes digital marketing and analytics technologies to improve global outreach and promote diversity among student populations.

Backed by

VOCCP Keen Venture Partners David Vismans

214 people -4%

Series A

$5.8M raised

last round October 2018 · 3 rounds

The Next Closet

The main product is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of second-hand luxury designer fashion items, including clothing, shoes, and accessories, while promoting sustainability and affordability. The platform employs advanced technology and artificial intelligence for item authentication and quality assessment, enhancing the efficiency of transactions for users.

Backed by

Wayne Parker Kent Maarten Andreae ROM InWest 4impact capital +1

2 people 0%

Seed

$5.9M raised

last round September 2021 · 3 rounds

Wundermart

Other

The main product is a self-service hotel shop that operates around the clock, allowing guests to independently select and purchase items. It utilizes data analytics for inventory management, optimizing product selection and pricing to enhance operational efficiency.

Backed by

WOLFMAN.ONE VC Clever Clover Slingshot Ventures Kees Koolen

75 people -4%

Series A

$13.1M raised

last round July 2021 · 3 rounds

Snapshot generated 2026-05-15. Current data from Harmonic. Funding figures from Harmonic in USD; CSV-reported figures in EUR where shown. Cells marked "—" indicate data not currently available for this company.