# Pharetis

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/pharetis

- Industry: Telecoms
- Headquarters: Leipzig, Germany
- Website: www.pharetis.de
- Latest round: Seed (Aug 26, 2008)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Pharetis GmbH is a company specializing in university marketing and recruitment, operating Germany's largest academic networking platform, Uniturm.de, which connects students and educators across the German-speaking regions.Pharetis GmbH focuses on university marketing and recruitment through its platform Uniturm.de. The company is headquartered in Leipzig, Germany, and was founded by Max Hillebrand, who has a history of entrepreneurial ventures. In August 2008, the company completed a SEED financing round with Technologiegruenderfonds Sachsen and S-Beteiligungs, the financial details of which were not disclosed. Pharetis has been involved in one investment deal as of 2008.Pharetis GmbH specializes in university marketing, recruitment, and advertising primarily through its core product, Uniturm.de, which serves as Germany's largest academic networking platform. This platform facilitates knowledge exchange among students and educators across over 250 cities in the German-speaking region. It provides various modules that enable young academics to enhance their academic performance and optimize their study experiences. Additionally, Pharetis operates Unideal.de, a leading shopping blog for students, and mutual.de, a platform focused on collective knowledge sharing regarding financial decisions, providing insights into student-friendly banking options and other financial resources. The company's services target educational institutions, businesses, and students, aiming to connect them effectively while enhancing the overall educational environment and experience. Pharetis's offerings are primarily sold in the German, Austrian, and Swiss markets, catering specifically to the needs of students and educational organizations.Pharetis GmbH generates revenue through a combination of service-based models, including targeted advertising, partnerships, and tailored marketing strategies designed for clients looking to engage with a student demographic. The company’s business transactions primarily involve B2B collaborations with universities and businesses that seek to promote their services or products to students. Revenue models may include subscription services for digital advertising placements, one-time fees for promotional campaigns, and specialized marketing packages tailored to client requirements. For instance, educational institutions may engage in partnerships for targeted advertising on Uniturm.de, facilitating direct access to students during their studies. Given the various marketing channels and platforms provided, clients can select from a range of customized solutions that enhance their visibility and engagement with the student community.Pharetis GmbH is strategically focusing on the development of new products aimed at enhancing its service offerings. While specific upcoming products have not been detailed, the company plans to leverage its SEED financing from August 2008 to support these initiatives. Furthermore, Pharetis is exploring opportunities to expand into new markets, specifically targeting growth within the European Union by 2025. This expansion is designed to facilitate broader access to their platforms and services, enhancing engagement with the student community across various regions.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Aug 26, 2008 — CFH Management, S-Beteiligungen

## Investors

- CFH Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cfh-management) — Seed
- S-Beteiligungen (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/s-beteiligungen) — Seed