Stuttgart-based Conceptboard, a provider of secure digital workspaces and visual collaboration tools, has raised €10 million from Cipio Partners to drive European expansion and enhance its data-sovereign, GDPR-compliant platform.
Founded in 2010, Conceptboard offers an ISO 27001-certified online whiteboard designed for government agencies, high-security industries, and large enterprises. The platform supports:
- Real-time remote teamwork with interactive visual collaboration tools.
- GDPR-compliant data protection for European businesses and institutions.
- Integration with project management tools to streamline workflows.
CEO Helmut Schmitz emphasized the demand for EU-hosted alternatives to U.S. collaboration platforms, especially among public institutions and highly regulated industries such as insurance, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and banking. the U.S. Our transatlantic presence helps bring cutting-edge technologies between both continents.”
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Strong Enterprise & Government Adoption
Conceptboard is used by:
- Major enterprises including Siemens AG, Deutsche Bahn, SEW-Eurodrive, and Vaillant Group.
- Financial institutions such as LBBW and R+V Versicherung.
- 100+ German municipalities, including Kiel, Munich, and multiple state ministries.
- European government agencies, including the UK Ministry of Defence and public sector organizations in Finland and Sweden.
Funding to Drive Growth & Data Sovereignty
With this investment, Conceptboard plans to:
- Expand its presence across Europe to support growing demand for secure collaboration tools.
- Strengthen its infrastructure for digital sovereignty in compliance with EU regulations.
- Enhance AI-driven collaboration features for enterprises and governments.
Strategic Leadership for Global Expansion
Conceptboard has also appointed a new Advisory Board to support its international growth strategy:
- Holger Heinen (Expert in digital sovereignty & IT infrastructure)
- Kay Iversen (Leader in B2B SaaS & AI)
- Andreas M. Kleinknecht (Cloud technology specialist for public sector applications)
Kleinknecht emphasized the platform’s role in strengthening trust in government institutions through regional cloud solutions.
With €10M in fresh capital, Conceptboard is positioned to scale its GDPR-compliant collaboration tools, helping organizations navigate the future of secure, digital teamwork across Europe.
