Delivery Hero

Delivery Hero, a prominent global leader in the online food delivery and quick commerce sectors, officially launched its dedicated venture capital arm, Delivery Hero Ventures, in May 2022. This strategic initiative marked a significant step for the Berlin-based company to actively participate in and shape the future of the digital economy beyond its core operations. The fund was established with an initial capital commitment of €50 million (approximately $54 million USD), demonstrating Delivery Hero's serious intent to back innovative companies.

Delivery Hero Ventures primarily targets early-stage and growth-stage companies globally, focusing on sectors that align with its strategic vision. Key investment themes include food technology, quick commerce (q-commerce), logistics infrastructure, and sustainability solutions within the broader digital ecosystem. The fund is designed to make initial investments ranging from €100,000 to €10 million (approximately $108,000 to $10.8 million USD), providing flexible capital to support a diverse range of startups from seed to Series B rounds.

Beyond financial capital, Delivery Hero Ventures aims to be a strategic partner to its portfolio companies. It leverages Delivery Hero's extensive operational expertise, global network spanning over 70 countries, and deep technological capabilities to provide mentorship, strategic guidance, and potential integration opportunities. The venture arm seeks to collaborate with visionary founders who are building disruptive technologies and business models that can complement or enhance Delivery Hero's existing ecosystem, fostering innovation and driving growth across the digital delivery landscape.