Leverage the collective intelligence of vetted Founders, C-Levels and VPs from the best scaleups to spot the most promising startups across Europe and the US.
We combine our members’ networks to spot the most promising Pre-Seed startups across Europe and the US
Filter out the most promising startups
We validate each startup to ensure that it is fit to be shared with our community members.
Leverage collective intelligence
Our community of Founders, C-levels and VPs in Tech weigh in on each opportunity, deciding together whether they want to find out more.
Trust experts to challenge the founders
If there is interest, Upscalers puts the startup in touch with 2 to 3 experts from the community who challenge founders on all aspects of their business.
Invest in deals you like the most
If a startup goes through the expert review, Upscalers secures an allocation and gives each member the opportunity to invest or to pass.
Recent deals
COMPANY NAME
INDUSTRY
ROUND
COUNTRY
GOODS
E-Commerce
Pre-Seed
🇺🇸 USA
Goods is redefining ecommerce with local delivery. We enable fashion brands to offer same-day, eco-friendly delivery from their nearby stores and warehouses.Turn your stores into micro-fulfillment hubs and convert any inventory location into a catalyst for ecommerce growth.
Dotfile is a one-stop identity verification API for compliance purposes. The startup helps companies verify users and other companies with a single application programming interface (API).
Unravel is the world’s first 'Travel Shopatainment' platform that drives immersive digital transformation and engagement with Gen Z travellers, via short format, shoppable videos. Imagine a feed of compulsively watchable videos of the world’s most coveted stays and experiences, with a direct link to book them - and you’ve got the Unravel App!
Trezy.ai is a personal data analytics tool tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Their platform allows customers to consolidate all their data sources into a single, secure tool, enhanced with AI-driven analytical capabilities.
Genesis is the ultimate tool for making your agricultural supplies more sustainable. Our method is a game changer and provides you with real measurements of your environmental impact for the first time.
One platform to accelerate your software ecosystem growth. Instead of spending years building and maintaining in-house infrastructure, you can rely on Heedjy to launch an app marketplace in a fraction of the time. By doing so, you maintain and intensify your natural advantages, unlocking the ability to serve more customers without losing speed or focus.
Our experience with Upscalers has been great. Besides a super fast process and commitment, it has opened doors to other investors and VCs for us. The members who invested in us are active and often respond to our investor newsletter, helping us tackle the various challenges we face. Having a significant number of C-level individuals from scaleups at hand is very beneficial and provides us with ongoing mentoring.
Quentin Lacointa, CEO Trezy
EXTRA BENEFITS
Rewarding commitment, Improving deal flow.
At Upscalers, we truly believe that our community makes the difference from a good deal to an exceptional one. How could you get any more confident than when tech experts approve a startup? Or, when a leading tech operator joins the team as a partner?
Shared Carried program
Share deals and earn carried interest if the deal receives investment from our community members.
Operating Partner program
Become an operating partner in a startup we invest in and get extra shares for supporting the founders along their journey.
FAQs
What is the angel investing aspect of Upscalers?
Upscalers offers its members the opportunity to invest in early-stage startups alongside peers and industry experts. We focus on pre-seed and seed stage European or American Tech startups (excluding Biotech).
How many deals are shared with the community every month?
While we don't have an exact amount of deals, we usually share between 1-3 pre-seed/seed deals per month.
What are the investment ticket sizes and deal locations?
Individual investments range from a minimum of 5,000€, while collective investments range from 50,000€ to 150,000€. Upscalers has made 15 deals in France, the UK, the US, the Netherlands, and Belgium.
Is angel investing mandatory for Upscalers members?
No, members are not required to participate in angel investing. You can join Upscalers solely for the networking opportunities if you prefer.
Does Upscalers offer investment or financial advice?
Investing in startups involves risks, including illiquidity, lack of dividends, capital loss - either total or partial - and dilution, and should only be done within a diversified portfolio. Upscalers is exclusively for investors who understand these risks and make their own investment decisions. Investment opportunities are not offered to the public, and investors must be eligible members of Upscalers. Upscalers provides the means by which startups are able to communicate with interested investors and present their project to eligible members. Each proposed project does not constitute investment advice and is not subject to any specific financial recommendation or analysis. Upscalers encourages you to conduct your own research before investing and to consult a qualified investment advisor before making an investment decision
Investing in startups carries risks like illiquidity and capital loss. Upscalers is for investors who understand these risks and make their own investment decisions. Opportunities shared by Upscalers aren't investment advice. Investors should conduct their own research and seek advice from qualified advisors. For full terms and conditions, click here
