What is Cledara?
Cledara operates as a pioneering Software Intelligence platform designed for rapidly expanding businesses. The company integrates management tools for teams with a sophisticated payments platform, empowering organizations to gain comprehensive control over their software expenditures. This dual functionality facilitates enhanced operational efficiency across departments, ensures regulatory compliance, and allows companies to concentrate on their core customer-centric objectives. Founded in 2018 by Cristina Vila, Cledara has garnered recognition, including participation in the 2019 Techstars London cohort, being named SaaS Startup of the Year in 2018 by SaaStock, and acknowledgment by Melinda Gates' Pivotal Ventures and M12 as a top female-founded enterprise SaaS company outside the US. Further validation came with its acceptance into the Mastercard Start Path program in 2021 and inclusion in the 2020 FinTech50.
How much funding has Cledara raised?
Cledara has raised a total of $24.3M across 3 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$930K
Unspecified
$3.4M
Series A
$20M
Angel/Seed (2019): $930K with participation from Anthemis and Chris Adelsbach
Unspecified (2020): $3.4M led by Nauta Capital and Anthemis Group SA
Series A (2022): $20M supported by CommerzVentures, Nauta Capital, and Notion Capital
Key Investors in Cledara
CommerzVentures
CommerzVentures, established in 2014, is a return-driven venture capital investor focused on early-stage FinTech and InsurTech companies starting at Series A in Europe, Israel, and the USA. They invest between 2.5m to 10m, backing the very best startups in their sectors.
Nauta Capital
Nauta Capital is a venture capital firm investing in early-stage B2B software companies across Europe, with a focus on RetailTech, Fintech, HealthTech, and AI/ML. They support founders with an operating product, even if pre-revenue, emphasizing a hands-on approach.
Notion Capital
Notion Capital is a London-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage B2B SaaS and cloud services in Europe. They provide capital and support to help ambitious brands scale, focusing on building strong founder relationships and guiding startups through critical growth stages.
What's next for Cledara?
The recent major strategic investment signifies a pivotal growth phase for Cledara, likely enabling accelerated product development, market expansion, and enhanced customer acquisition strategies. This infusion of capital is expected to bolster its position as a leader in software intelligence and management, further solidifying its competitive edge in the SaaS and FinTech landscapes. The company's trajectory suggests a focus on scaling its operations and deepening its market penetration.
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