About The Bakery
The Bakery, an accelerator and incubator program founded in 2012, is based in London, United Kingdom. With a presence in 2 countries, it has supported around 21 startups in sectors like Enterprise Applications, High Tech. As of Oct 2026, The Bakery has witnessed 5 portfolio exits. Most notable companies in
its portfolio include Flourish, Disperse and Bulbshare. The program is backed by a team of 27 people who primarily support startups based in United Kingdom and South Korea.
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The Bakery's List of Top Investments
The Bakery has a portfolio of 21 companies. Their most notable investments include Flourish and Disperse.Their portfolio spans across United Kingdom and South Korea. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, High Tech, Retail and 7 other sectors. Here is the list of top investments by The Bakery:1. Flourish
Provider of data visualization and storytelling platform. It enables users to create interactive graphs, charts, and visualizations from uploaded datasets.
Key facts about Flourish
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $1M
- Employee Count: 41 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Founder Collective, The Bakery and 4 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Dec 13, 2017, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired

2. Disperse
Developer of software for visual documentation and construction project monitoring. This platform captures imagery from job sites using cameras, drones, and laser scanners to create a digital record of progress. The system maps visual data to architectural plans and building information models to track site status. Automated workflows allow teams to compare current site conditions against project schedules and design specifications. The technology facilitates remote site inspection and coordination by providing a visual timeline of construction activities. Users access these tools to manage task completion, identify potential issues, and maintain documentation throughout the building lifecycle.
Key facts about Disperse
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Annual Revenue: £1M - £10M as on Dec 31, 2022
- Last Known Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $31M
- Employee Count: 90 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Northzone, Frontline Ventures and 31 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Sep 26, 2022, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
3. Bulbshare
Mobile app based community management platform focused on co-creating content. It provides an online customer collaboration platform that enables brands to connect with customer communities anywhere in the world to generate real time insights, customer led ideas, and content that helps brands build better products and services that resonate with customers.
Key facts about Bulbshare
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Last Known Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $2.13M
- Employee Count: 41 as on Mar 31, 2026
- Investors: Blossom Street Ventures, The Bakery and 33 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Apr 09, 2020, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
4. Ensygnia
QR-Code-based payment solutions for businesses and merchants. It offers an app-based platform that enables online mobile payments in-store and on the go. App allows smartphones to interact with any other connected screen. Users enter their account details into the app and can make online payments by scanning websites that are set up to work with the app based on QR codes. App is available on iOS and Android devices.
Key facts about Ensygnia
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $6.57M
- Employee Count: 12 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: The Bakery, University of Cambridge and 56 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Sep 30, 2016, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
5. Profinda
Provider of AI-powered workforce optimization and resource management software. The company delivers an enterprise-grade platform designed to help professional services organizations align workforce skills, availability, and preferences with business demands. Its AI-driven skills intelligence framework maps employee capabilities and experiences to enable precise talent matching, project staffing, and capacity planning. The platform integrates with existing enterprise systems, supports large-scale organizations, and offers features such as dynamic scheduling, utilization tracking, and data-driven reporting.
Key facts about Profinda
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $7.74M
- Employee Count: 102 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: The Bakery, Nesta and 47 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Conventional Debt, May 16, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Acquired companies in The Bakery's Portfolio
5 companies from The Bakery's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Disperse in Oct 2025 by OpenSpace for $*****.Here are The Bakery's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Oct 28, 2025 | - | - | 5579 | |
Oct 17, 2024 | - | - | 8439 | |
Feb 02, 2022 | - | - | 6064 | |
Sep 15, 2021 | - | - | 3856 | |
Mar 28, 2019 | - | - | 3224 |
Team profile of The Bakery
The Bakery has a team of 27 members including 8 Partners, 1 Venture Partner and 10 Principals located in Brazil, United Kingdom and 2 more locations. The Bakery's team does not sit on the board of any company as of now.Here is a list of top team members in The Bakery:
Name | Designation | Location | Board Memberships | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Partner | United Kingdom | - | ||
Partner | London | - | ||
Partner | Sao Paulo | - | - | |
Partner | Sao Paulo | - | ||
Partner | North Miami Beach | - | - | |
Partner | Rio de Janeiro | - | - | |
Partner | Sao Paulo | - | ||
Partner | Sao Paulo | - | ||
Venture Partner | Sao Paulo | - | ||
Principal | Sao Paulo | - | ||
Principal | Sao Paulo | - |
Recent News related to The Bakery
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Marina Almeida, Ex-Natura & Co, is the new partner of The BakeryFusoes & Aquisicoes•Aug 20, 2024•The Bakery, Natura
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Staged Ventures, by Flavio Pripas and Geraldo Neto, announces investment in The BakeryFusoes & Aquisicoes•Sep 20, 2023•The Bakery, Staged Ventures
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