W LOUNGE

What W LOUNGE does

WLOUNGE UG (haftungsbeschränkt), operating as W LOUNGE, is a Berlin-based, privately-held ecosystem builder founded in 2018 that connects female entrepreneurs, investors, and corporates through a curated community platform. The company serves three primary customer segments: female-led startups seeking capital and visibility, investors (VCs, CVCs, family offices) seeking diverse deal flow, and corporates seeking innovation partnerships and diversity initiatives. It operates a family of sub-brands including WLOUNGE DARE Leadership (WDL), the Female Angel Accelerator, the annual Tech Awards Gala, the WLOUNGE House innovation hub, Mali TalkShow, Workshop Circle, and the VisitK digital business card app (iOS and Android).

The core technology is a community-orchestration platform built on Strikingly-hosted websites with digital tooling for network management, supplemented by the VisitK mobile app for peer-to-peer contact sharing. The business model blends three revenue streams: (i) recurring coworking and full-office subscriptions at WLOUNGE House in Berlin (EUR 200/month + VAT per desk), (ii) event ticket and corporate sponsorship revenue from the Tech Awards Gala, WLOUNGE TALKS, and summits, and (iii) program and accelerator fees, including the EIC Women Leadership Program delivered under a partnership with the European Commission EIC since May 2023. Distribution is community-led, anchored by LinkedIn, direct outreach, and institutional partnerships with Berlin Partner, SIBB Accelerator, Vodafone, NTT DATA DACH, EY, and Google Berlin, with claimed operating reach across Germany, Europe, Israel, the U.S., China, and Asia. The company is founder-led by CEO Mali M. Baum, has 1–10 employees, and is registered at Haus Cumberland, Kurfürstendamm 194, Berlin.

Name

W LOUNGE

Legal name

WLOUNGE UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

Website

https://wlounge.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

W LOUNGE is a Berlin-based ecosystem builder and business network connecting female entrepreneurs, investors, and corporates through events, accelerator programs, and a coworking innovation hub, monetized via memberships, event sponsorship, and program fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business networking and ecosystem services

NAICS

Business Service Centers (56143)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Workplace Hospitality & Office Services (Pantry, Refreshments, Supplies) (BPABAEAF)

Keywords

• Ecosystem building services
• Women entrepreneurship network
• Investor matchmaking programs
• Innovation hub coworking
• Leadership development programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Berlin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership and Co-working Space: WLOUNGE House provides co-working memberships at 200 EUR/month + VAT and full office rentals for teams of 4-60 people. This represents the primary recurring revenue stream for the physical innovation hub.
2. Event Management and Sponsorship: The organization generates revenue through hosting signature events including the Tech Awards Gala, WLOUNGE TALKS, and various summits. Corporate sponsors and ticket revenues contribute to event-based income.
3. Leadership Programs and Accelerators: Programs like WDL (Dare Leadership Programme) and Female Angel Accelerator provide structured offerings that may include participant fees or corporate sponsorship.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

W LOUNGE operates a Berlin-based ecosystem and business network that connects female entrepreneurs, investors (VCs, CVCs, family offices), and corporates through curated events, leadership and accelerator programs, investor matchmaking, and a physical innovation hub (WLOUNGE House) offering co-working memberships and team offices. The portfolio is delivered as a family of brands spanning WDL leadership programs, Female Angel Accelerator, Tech Awards Gala, WLOUNGE Talks, Workshop Circle, and the VisitK digital business card app, all unified by a diversity, access, and impact-driven mission.

Product overview

WLOUNGE is a Berlin-based ecosystem builder and business network dedicated to connecting, enabling, and empowering women in business and technology. The core WLOUNGE platform provides networking, mentorship, investor matchmaking, innovation roundtables, and global delegations. Key sub-brands include: WLOUNGE DARE LEADERSHIP (WDL) - flagship leadership program; Tech Awards Gala - annual prestigious awards event; Female Angel Accelerator - early-stage investing readiness; WLOUNGE House - innovation hub and coworking space; WLOUNGE TALKS/Ambassadors - global speaking events; Mali TalkShow - talk show; Workshop Circle - professional workshops; and VisitK - digital business card app. The portfolio operates as a family of brands unified by the mission of diversity, access, and global impact in the tech ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WLOUNGE DARE Leadership (WDL): Empowering bold, values-driven leadership across sectors - Female Founders/Careers Accelerator
• Tech Awards by WLOUNGE
• Female Angel Accelerator
• WLOUNGE House
• Workshop Circle
• Mali TalkShow
• WLOUNGE Talks/Ambassadors
• VisitK

Products and services

• WLOUNGE House Innovation hub and co-working space in Berlin (Haus Cumberland, Kurfürstendamm 194) providing monthly co-working memberships at 200 EUR/month + VAT and full office rentals for teams of 4-60 people, targeted at startups, founders, and innovation teams.
• WDL DARE Leadership Programme Flagship structured leadership program designed to accelerate growth, visibility, and fundraising for women-led ventures and to develop values-driven leadership across sectors.
• Female Angel Accelerator Accelerator cohort program focused on unlocking access and readiness for women entering early-stage angel investing, including preparation for deploying capital into startups.
• Tech Awards Gala Annual flagship awards gala event positioning itself as the biggest stage for startups, corporates, family offices, and public/private sectors to convene and recognize technology achievement.
• WLOUNGE TALKS / Ambassadors Global speaking events series featuring 4-6 speakers per event who deliver 18-minute talks, designed to spotlight women in underrepresented fields including technology, science, finance, and politics.
• Workshop Circle Workshop series (#ProEdition) for corporations, startups, and individuals that supports knowledge exchange and professional development, including collaboration with corporates such as Barmer and EY.
• VisitK Digital Business Card Digital business card mobile app (iOS and Android) that lets users create and share digital business cards with always-updated contact information for peer connections and professional networking.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hundreds of investments and partnerships facilitated
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• European Commission / EIC (European Innovation Council)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2023Since May 2023, WLOUNGE is an official partner for the European Commission, EIC, as co-inventors and ecosystem-partner. WLOUNGE x EIC focuses on bringing more innovation to Europe through collaborative initiatives.
• SIBB AcceleratorcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Partnership for bringing more capital for female founders and diverse teams. WLOUNGE provides network and community support for early-stage startups receiving 50k pre-seed financing through SIBB.
• Start Alliance (BerlinPartner)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWLOUNGE partners with Start Alliance by BerlinPartner for startup delegation programs and ecosystem development, including smart city editions and international expansion initiatives.
• Vodafone F-Lane Impact AcceleratorsecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerWLOUNGE is a proud partner for the Berlin growth mission and the Vodafone F-Lane Impact Accelerator for female founders.
• Asia Berlin SummitsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerWLOUNGE partners with Asia Berlin Summit (2020, 2021, 2022) for connecting startup ecosystems across Asia and Berlin.
• NTT DATA DACHsecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerNTT DATA DACH CMO Anna Budde has publicly recognized WLOUNGE's mission and vision, presenting the DFLA2020 Global Hero Award to founder Mali M. Baum.
• BarmersecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with Barmer for HR workshops and events, including the International Women's Day 2020 workshop on company culture, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ernst & Young (EY)secondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerWLOUNGE collaborated with EY Berlin for HR expert events and startup ecosystem activities.
• Google BerlinsecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerGoogle Berlin hosted the European Women in VC mission and launch event in October 2018.
• Berlin PartnercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBerlin Partner is a key strategic partner for WLOUNGE's Berlin ecosystem activities, including the Start Alliance program and growth missions for female founders.
• WeWorkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWLOUNGE hosted multiple events at WeWork locations in Berlin including Atrium Tower, Sony Center, and other venues for workshops, talks, and business breakfast events.
• Target GlobalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWLOUNGE hosted Asia-Pacific Week events at Target Global offices in Berlin for international startup funding discussions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Astia: Astia is a global network and investment platform dedicated to women-led high-growth startups, running expert-in-residence programs and investor introductions. Directly comparable to WLOUNGE's Female Angel Accelerator and investor matchmaking services.
• All Raise: All Raise is a nonprofit community focused on increasing the funding and leadership pipeline for women in tech. Comparable to WLOUNGE in mission around female founders and VCs, and in running flagship events and peer networks.
• Springboard Enterprises: Springboard is an accelerator and network connecting high-growth, women-led ventures with investors and corporates. Like WLOUNGE, it operates cohorts, showcases, and corporate partnerships targeting female founders and investor matchmaking.
• Female Founders Fund: Female Founders Fund is an early-stage venture fund backing female-founded companies, with strong brand and ecosystem around women in tech. Overlaps with WLOUNGE's investor-facing community and Female Angel Accelerator.

Broad incumbents

• Soho House: Soho House is a global private members' club combining co-working, event space, and curated community. Comparable to WLOUNGE House and the broader membership/event-driven community model, though broader in scope.
• Antler: Antler is a global early-stage VC and accelerator running cohort programs worldwide with corporate partnerships. Overlaps with WLOUNGE in accelerator model, founder support, and corporate deal-flow matchmaking.

Emerging players

• Black Girl Ventures: Black Girl Ventures supports Black and Brown female founders through funding, community, and programming. Comparable mission and ecosystem-builder model, though US-focused and with a different founder demographic.

Others

• Berlin Partner: Berlin Partner is Berlin's economic development agency driving startup and innovation ecosystem growth. It is both a WLOUNGE partner and a structural peer in coordinating Berlin's founder ecosystem and international delegations.

Regional players

• Mindspace: Mindspace is a European flexible workspace operator with multiple Berlin locations offering co-working and team offices. Directly comparable to WLOUNGE House on the co-working/hospitality dimension, though broader and commercial rather than mission-driven.
• NUMA (formerly TheFamily): NUMA is a Berlin- and Paris-based startup accelerator and innovation hub offering co-working, programs, and corporate partnerships. Comparable to WLOUNGE House and the WDL/accelerator offerings within the German/European ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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