Ambera

Ambera is a corporate venture capital firm based in Berlin, Germany, focusing on investing in innovative startups that offer solutions beyond traditional banking services. The firm aims to enhance the cooperative banking group's offerings by supporting ventures in sectors such as housing, healthcare, sustainability, and regional development. By investing in these areas, Ambera seeks to create new customer relationships and provide comprehensive solutions for the cooperative banks' members and clients.

The firm's investment strategy targets early-stage companies, including seed and growth stages, with a particular emphasis on Series A and B funding rounds. Ambera's geographical focus includes Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, aligning with the cooperative banking group's regional presence. The firm is committed to ESG and impact investing, ensuring that its portfolio companies contribute positively to society and the environment.

Ambera's inaugural investment was in Impleco GmbH, a digital real estate startup, marking its first strategic move to build a sustainable ecosystem in the housing sector. This investment reflects Ambera's dedication to fostering innovation within the cooperative banking group and its broader commitment to supporting startups that align with its mission of creating value for communities and the cooperative banking network.