Differential Bio is a Munich-based biotech startup revolutionizing bioprocess optimization through AI, microbiology, and lab automation. Their platform helps companies cut costs and de-risk the biomanufacturing scaleup process, making bio-based products more accessible and cost-competitive.
The company has developed a groundbreaking platform that integrates advanced microbiology, robotics, and AI algorithms to simulate and optimize bioprocesses virtually. With a successful €2M pre-seed funding round led by Ananda Impact Ventures and ReGen Ventures, they're expanding their platform and team to serve clients in food, cosmetics, and specialty chemicals.
- Successfully raised €2M pre-seed round
- Platform combines AI, microbiology, and lab automation
- Serves clients across multiple industries
- Led by experienced team of bioinformaticians and engineers
The team uses Papermark primarily for investor relations and fundraising, leveraging advanced tracking and webhook features to optimize their fundraising process.
The Challenge
During their fundraising journey, Differential Bio faced several key challenges:
- Document Security: Needed to securely share sensitive pitch materials with potential investors
- Investor Engagement: Required insights into how investors were interacting with their pitch deck
- Follow-up Timing: Wanted to optimize timing for investor follow-ups
- Process Automation: Needed to streamline the fundraising workflow
The Solution
Differential Bio implemented Papermark to enhance their fundraising process and gain valuable insights into investor engagement.
Webhooks Integration
Using Papermark's webhook features, the team automated their fundraising workflow, receiving instant notifications when investors engaged with their materials and integrating with their existing tools.
Analytics Dashboard
The comprehensive analytics dashboard provided detailed insights into investor behavior, helping the team understand which parts of their pitch resonated most with potential investors.
Enterprise Security
Papermark's enterprise-grade security features ensured that sensitive company information remained protected while being shared with potential investors.
Real-time Tracking
Real-time tracking capabilities allowed the team to make data-driven decisions about investor follow-ups and pitch deck improvements.
The Results
After implementing Papermark, Differential Bio achieved significant improvements in their fundraising process:
- Successful Fundraising: Secured €2M pre-seed round with enhanced investor engagement
- Optimized Follow-ups: Better timing and targeting of investor communications
- Improved Security: Maintained control over sensitive information
- Streamlined Process: Automated workflows reduced manual effort
- Data-driven Decisions: Made pitch improvements based on engagement analytics
The Differential Bio team continues to use Papermark as their primary platform for investor relations, helping them maintain strong relationships with their investors while preparing for future funding rounds.