Deutsche Firmenkredit Partner

Deutsche Firmenkredit Partner (DFKP), established in 2019, operates as a digital brokerage platform for corporate financing, specifically targeting Germany's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company positions itself as a bank-independent partner, aiming to simplify and digitize the traditionally bureaucratic process of securing corporate loans.

DFKP's business model centers on its proprietary digital platform, which connects a wide network of over 200 banks, specialized financiers, and alternative lenders with SME clients seeking financing. This approach enables clients to submit a single application to access a multitude of financing products, including working capital loans, investment loans, leasing, factoring, and trade financing solutions. Revenue is generated by brokering these financing solutions. The company emphasizes a hybrid model that combines its digital platform with personalized advisory services from in-house corporate finance consultants, who assist clients throughout the process, from application to disbursement.

A significant milestone in the company's history was the successful completion of its seed financing round in April 2022, raising approximately €5 million. This funding round was notably led by HW Capital, the investment firm of Robert Haselsteiner and Marcus Wolsdorf, the founders of Germany's largest mortgage broker, Interhyp. Their investment underscores the perceived potential for DFKP to replicate Interhyp's success in the corporate financing sector by leveraging technology to enhance transparency and efficiency. This capital injection has supported the company's growth, which saw a 2.5-fold increase in mediated financing volume to over €90 million in 2021 compared to the previous year.

The company was founded by a team led by Paul Weber, who serves as the Chairman of the Management Board. DFKP serves a diverse client base across various industries, including retail, manufacturing, logistics, and professional services. It also offers a partner program for management consultants, tax advisors, and financial brokers, allowing them to secure financing for their clients through the DFKP platform.

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