Making business more human
PIRATE is a family of durable companies.
We build businesses with humans at the core. After all, businesses don’t interact with businesses. Instead, people interact with people.
Manuel, our founder, regularly publishes thoughts and observations on Making Business More Human.
VISUALMAKERS
NoCode offers the possibility for everybody to build products, websites, or MVPs and automate processes without having to write a single line of code. Visualmakers is the best place to learn how to build with NoCode.
division5
division5 has built a high performance software team and helps startups and corporates build amazing web and mobile products. As dedicated teams or for project work. Fast, reliable, affordable and with a focus on quality.
PIRATEx
PIRATEx is our event agency, known for its curated, authentic and somewhat different approach to events. With the unique “PIRATE- Style”, PIRATEx creates that special atmosphere, which everybody notices, yet is hard to duplicate.
FUNNELIN
FunnelIn helps founders build their LinkedIn brand to attract leads – without feeling salesy or robotic. We create a tailored strategy and original content that amplifies your real voice and drives results aligned with your goals.
DIVISIONGROWTH
One of the hardest thing for startups is to find customers efficiently and at scale. We connect B2B companies with decision makers through LinkedIn automation, delivering qualified meetings that convert.
PIRATE.COACH
We are sparring partner for Leaders that want to grow. Professionally and personally. With PIRATE.coach you become a better Leader with clarity in your vision, confidence in your actions, and calmness in your mind.
NoCode.ONE
NoCode tools allow anyone to build and create. NoCode.one is an agency focused on building upon these tools. Whether automating workflows, building an MVP, or creating an internal application. We got you covered.
DIVISONAI
divisionAI builds world-class software 10× faster – powered by real engineers + AI. We prototype, automate, and ship MVPs with speed & precision so you can scale without the traditional wait or cost.
STARTUP SAFARI
Startup SAFARI Guided Tours opens the doors to young, dynamic startups – for companies wanting real connections, not polished facades. We custom-craft tours through startup ecosystems so you meet founders, explore trends, and grow your network.
OMClub
OMClub is the biggest party for the online marketing industry. It happens yearly during dmexco in Cologne. Every year has its own theme and full of surprise. OMClub is colorful, unique and most importantly memorable.
PIRATE.ventures
Formally, we invest in companies. But we’re actually backing people. We partner with entrepreneurs that want to build a durable, profitable business on their own terms. With products that delight customers and solve a real need.
PIRATE.style
This is our official PIRATE merch shop. PIRATE stands for a decade of celebrating entrepreneurship, making business more human, authenticity, no BS interactions, and generosity. Be part of the community. ARRR!
Keynote Speaker
We speak at events and conferences about entrepreneurship, startups, investing, leadership and change.
EXITED OR DISCONTINUED
(but still close to our heart)
PIRATE Summit
PIRATE Summit was founded in 2010 to connect and support entrepreneurs on their journey. It is for those that love to solve real problems, and build sustainable businesses that shape the future. In 2023 we did the Last Burn.
AtlasZero
AtlasZero makes the market of sustainability solutions more transparent. With over 700 solutions, AtlasZero has the most comprehensive database of sustainability solutions anywhere and helps companies find the right one.
Startupjoblist
Startups need to find good talent fast. Startupjoblist is the biggest job board focused on positions from startups in Germany. It is frequented by students as well as young and experienced professionals.
JECK’N’TECH
In 2019, we thought: Why not combine the tradition of the Cologne Carnival – the second largest in the world – with the best minds in the tech, innovation and digital world? The result: A digital innovation conference like no other.