Rise · Batches

Rise batch 6.

Started December 2021. 9 companies.

Companies

9

9 with current data

Cohort headcount today

1,791

vs 1,950 12 months ago

Total raised

$196.0M

across the cohort (Harmonic)

Started

December 2021

Rise block 1

The cohort

Where they started · where they are now.

FeedbackFruits

Edge Workspaces Amsterdam Netherlands

FeedbackFruits offers an integrated suite of tools designed for higher education, focusing on enhancing learning experiences through features such as assessment activities, social annotation, and collaboration, all compatible with existing learning management systems. The technology facilitates authentic assessment and peer feedback, enabling educators to effectively design and scale learning environments.

91 people -12%

Late Growth

NADUVI

Postjesweg 1, Amsterdam, North Holland 1057 DT, NL

NADUVI provides a wide selection of home and living products, including furniture and decor, sourced from over 300 manufacturers across Europe, which allows for competitive pricing. The platform utilizes technology to improve the shopping experience and emphasizes sustainability by offering discounted leftover items.

Backed by

Acurio Ventures Begin Capital FJ Labs Fores Ventures +1

11 people -50%

Exited

$11.2M raised

last round February 2024 · 3 rounds

Optiply

Rotterdam

Optiply offers an AI-driven software solution designed to automate purchasing and inventory management for e-commerce businesses, utilizing over 40 forecasting models to enhance purchase planning and optimize inventory levels. The platform emphasizes data-driven automation to improve supply chain efficiency, effectively reducing instances of stockouts and overstock.

Backed by

KALEIDO Ideas & Logistics Logistics Tech Accelerator RocketSpace

40 people -7%

Pre Seed

Returnista

Delft

Returnista offers a returns management platform tailored for e-commerce businesses, enabling the customization and automation of return processes. The platform leverages data analytics to provide insights into return patterns, enhancing operational efficiency and facilitating exchange functionalities as businesses grow.

22 people -8%

Venture Unknown

€3.0M raised

total reported

RoomRaccoon

Utrecht, the Netherlands

The company offers an all-in-one hotel management software that combines a property management system, booking engine, channel manager, and centralized payment processing to improve operational efficiency for hotels. It employs automation for upselling, dynamic pricing, and online payment processing to enhance management workflows and guest experiences.

90 people -19%

Venture Unknown

Talk360

The Hague

The primary offering is an international calling application that enables users to make affordable calls to any mobile or landline globally, without the need for internet access or a smartphone. It incorporates local currency transactions and supports over 60 payment methods to enhance accessibility for users in underserved areas.

Backed by

4Di Capital Brooklyn Ventures Coenraad (Coen) Jonker DotExe Ventures +1

50 people +14%

Seed

$15.3M raised

last round February 2026 · 5 rounds

Temper

Amsterdam

Temper provides a platform for flexible, shift-based employment, allowing users to select shifts that align with their personal schedules across multiple industries. The service employs an app for managing work schedules, automating payment processing, and overseeing contract management, thereby enhancing user control over their working hours.

Backed by

Slingshot Ventures

1098 people -12%

Pre Seed

$4.7M raised

last round September 2018 · 1 rounds

TestGorilla

Amsterdam

The company offers a talent assessment platform that leverages AI to create customized evaluations of candidates skills, utilizing a library of scientifically validated tests. This platform facilitates objective candidate evaluation through tailored assessments and AI-driven scoring methods.

Backed by

Atomico Balderton Capital CapitalT Joscelyn White +1

319 people +8%

Series A

$82.3M raised

last round June 2022 · 4 rounds

VIKTOR

Rotterdam

The main product is a low-code platform that enables engineers to develop and share web applications using Python, aimed at automating engineering workflows and integrating with existing software tools. This platform enhances operational efficiency by transforming data and models into user-friendly applications while supporting centralized data management.

Backed by

APG Accel Bek Ventures Cal Henderson +1

70 people +13%

Series A

$82.4M raised

last round May 2026 · 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.