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Family.cards and BLISSAND Secure Investments in Die Höhle der Löwen Finale

Carsten Maschmeyer invested after an emotional presentation for family.cards that evoked his late mother

Die Höhle der Löwen
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Overview

  • Carsten Maschmeyer committed €250,000 for a 7.5% stake in family.cards following founders’ pitch about empowering seniors.
  • Ralf Dümmel and Nils Glagau jointly invested €200,000 for 20% of BLISSAND, a natural mouth gel designed to support gum health and treat periodontal issues.
  • family.cards uses custom cards and a TV interface to let seniors start video calls, view photos and access digital services without menus or touchscreens.
  • mySTOPY showcased a remote-controlled braking system for children’s balance bikes but did not win funding due to investor concerns over its loan proposal.
  • The Poutine Kitchen’s authentic Canadian street food concept and Artenglück’s regional conservation projects failed to secure deals despite positive feedback.