Gekko Capital Partners and AQUATY Join Forces to Connect Lifestyle Startups with Investors
Gekko Capital Partners and AQUATY Join Forces to Connect Lifestyle Startups with Investors
AQUATY, Europe's leading securitization platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Gekko Capital Partners, the venture arm of the renowned Gekko Group. This collaboration aims to support early-stage lifestyle startups across Europe and beyond, spanning both B2B and B2C markets.
By combining financial expertise with deep industry knowledge, Gekko Capital Partners brings together the best of both financial and strategic investment perspectives, offering startups the resources they need to thrive. Founded by visionary entrepreneurs Alex Urseanu and Micky Rosen, Gekko Group has become a powerhouse in the hospitality and lifestyle industry, known for its trendsetting hotels, restaurants, and bars across Germany.
“The Gekko Group is driven by a love for life and the passion to share it. That’s why we invest in entrepreneurs that build the most promising lifestyle ventures,” said Jens Schäperklaus, Partner at Gekko Capital Partners. “We’re not just investors; we’re partners in growth, offering more than just capital. With AQUATY, we have the perfect technical solution to connect the best startups with the right investors.”
Traditionally, venture investing required setting up separate entities and navigating complex legal structures. AQUATY simplifies this process, reducing administrative overhead and lowering transaction costs.
AQUATY’s blockchain-powered platform streamlines investment operations. Its Multi-SVP framework enables Gekko Capital Partners to manage multiple investments under a single special-purpose vehicle (SPV), eliminating the need to create separate entities for each deal. This approach saves time, reduces costs, and simplifies administration.
Additionally, the AQUATY platform allows investments to be structured as individual securities, making them more flexible and tradable. This approach makes it easier to diversify portfolios with smaller investment amounts.
“AQUATY’s mission is to automate outdated processes and ensure compliance so Gekko Capital Partners can focus on what they do best – supporting the next generation of lifestyle entrepreneurs,” said Alexander Grimm, Co-Founder of AQUATY. He continued: “We’re excited to partner with them and make investing in lifestyle startups more efficient, accessible, and impactful.”
About Gekko Capital Partners
Gekko Capital Partners is the investment division of Gekko Group, supporting early-stage lifestyle startups across Europe. With experience in hospitality, travel, fashion, and beauty, it provides funding along with strategic guidance, industry knowledge, and a strong professional network to help businesses grow.
As part of the Gekko Group, Gekko Capital Partners benefits from the group's extensive expertise in building brands, such as Roomers. The company leverages this background to identify and nurture the most promising lifestyle startups, helping them scale through both financial investment and operational know-how.
By combining operational expertise with innovation, Gekko Capital Partners aims to support emerging brands and entrepreneurs, contributing to the evolution of the luxury-lifestyle industry.
About AQUATY
AQUATY is a fully digital securitization platform designed for asset and wealth managers in private markets. It provides a streamlined solution for securitizing investments, ensuring efficient transactions while maintaining full compliance with legal and regulatory standards. The company’s services include setting up special-purpose vehicles (SPVs), structuring deals, facilitating investment partnerships, and offering securitization solutions for various asset classes, including venture capital, private equity, real estate, and debt. AQUATY also provides advisory services to help optimize private market investments.
