DS Invest

General contacts

Investor type

VC / CVC / Family office

Founded

2015

AUM

Location

Stapelfeld, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

Europe

Investor profile last updated: 27 May, 2026

Profile

DS Impact is a venture capital firm based in Stapelfeld, Germany, founded in 2015. As a family-owned company, they focus on investing smart capital in innovative founders. The firm is part of DS Holding, which provides extensive resources including a network of over 400 employees, product development, logistics, and brand management expertise. DS Impact distinguishes itself by offering hands-on support and leveraging its comprehensive network to aid startups.

The firm primarily invests in product startups and services with a focus on the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and broader Europe. They target seed and Series A funding stages, with typical investment sizes ranging from €25,000 to €500,000. DS Impact is involved in sectors such as business products, consumer products, and services. They emphasize a collaborative approach to building scalable business models and sustainable growth.

Notable investments include Twentyless - household products, Loomaid - household products, Schmuki - consumer durables, Yammbits - food products, and Flapgrip - consumer durables. These investments reflect DS Impact's commitment to supporting innovative startups with the potential to capture significant market share.

Industry

LegalTech Infrastructure Technology Utilities Retail Marketing and Advertising Industrial E-commerce/Marketplace Consumer Services (B2C) Consumer Products Construction Business Services (B2B) AdTech Logistics

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FAQs about DS Invest

Is DS Invest a venture capital or private equity firm?

DS Invest is a venture capital firm that also operates as a corporate VC (CVC) and family office. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is DS Invest located?

DS Invest is located in Stapelfeld, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany.

When was DS Invest founded?

DS Invest was founded in 2015.

What sectors and industries does DS Invest invest in?

DS Invest invests in companies and startups in LegalTech, Infrastructure, Technology, Utilities, Retail, Marketing and Advertising, Industrial, E-commerce/Marketplace, Consumer Services (B2C), Consumer Products, Construction, Business Services (B2B), AdTech, Logistics.

What is DS Invest geographical focus of investments?

DS Invest invests in companies and startups in Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does DS Invest typically invest in?

DS Invest invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of DS Invest investment?

DS Invest usually invests $0-1 m on average.

What are the contacts of DS Invest?

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