What is Gelato?
Gelato operates as the world's largest network of printers and logistics providers, facilitating the production of personalized print products in 33 countries. By prioritizing production excellence and professional standards, the company enables businesses to reach over 5 billion people with reduced delivery times and a lower carbon footprint. The platform's core value proposition lies in its ability to integrate disparate print facilities into a unified, technology-driven ecosystem. Through its subsidiary, Optimalprint, Gelato has demonstrated the efficacy of its production workflow, which now serves as the backbone for its broader enterprise-level logistics solutions. The company effectively transforms the traditional print industry into a streamlined, digital-first supply chain model.
How much funding has Gelato raised?
Gelato has raised a total of $260M across 2 funding rounds:
Other Financing Round
$20M
Other Financing Round
$240M
Other Financing Round (2018): $20M with participation from SEB Pension Fund
Other Financing Round (2021): $240M led by SoftBank Group Corp and Insight Partners
Key Investors in Gelato
SEB Pension Fund
A prominent Nordic financial institution managing pension assets with a focus on long-term value creation and sustainable investment strategies.
SoftBank Group Corp
SoftBank Group Corp. is a global technology holding company driving innovation across telecommunications, internet services, artificial intelligence, smart robotics, IoT, and clean energy technologies.
Insight Partners
A leading global venture capital and private equity firm that invests in high-growth technology and software scale-ups, providing operational support to drive market leadership.
What's next for Gelato?
With the recent influx of capital, Gelato is well-positioned to accelerate its technological roadmap and expand its footprint in the global manufacturing sector. The strategic focus will likely center on enhancing the efficiency of its print partner network and deepening the integration of its logistics software. As the company scales, it is expected to further optimize its production workflows to meet the increasing demand for personalized, on-demand goods. By maintaining its commitment to shorter delivery distances and sustainable practices, Gelato is poised to capture additional market share, potentially diversifying its product offerings and strengthening its competitive moat against traditional, centralized manufacturing incumbents.
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