MerakiMe / A purpose-led venture studio
Ideas with soul.
Ventures built to last.
MerakiMe brings creativity, technology and human purpose together. We shape meaningful ideas into ventures with their own identity and the freedom to grow.
μεράκι: with soul, creativity or love
Philosophy
Meraki (n.)
To do something with soul, creativity or love.
A favorite quote
“Everything you can imagine is real.”
“MerakiMe exists to turn meaningful ideas into independent, lasting ventures, driven by creativity, powered by innovation and guided by purpose.”
Meaningful ventures begin with a need worth understanding. We give ideas structure, thoughtful technology and patient attention, keeping their original spirit at the heart of the work.
MerakiMe connects a focused family of ventures through a shared philosophy. Each has a distinct purpose and is being shaped to stand independently.
Three pillars, one intention.
Three complementary perspectives give each idea a home and a clear sense of purpose.
- 01
Meraki Studio
Creative & commercial innovation
Ideas given shape through thoughtful design, practical technology and a clear commercial purpose.
Venture: Meraiki - 02
Meraki Labs
Technology, trust & venture experimentation
A place to question, prototype and test. We look for technology that earns trust and solves a genuine need.
Venture: Check Vero - 03
Mindful Meraki
Meaningful human & societal impact
Ideas rooted in human wellbeing. We begin with the curiosity of children and the possibilities it can open.
Venture: FoKids
Ventures
The first chapters.
Distinct ideas, connected by a commitment to thoughtful work and lasting value.
Meraki Studio
Meraiki
In developmentDiscover meraiki.nl (opens in a new tab)Practical AI for small and growing businesses. Meraki Booking AI is its first concept, designed to help installation businesses manage bookings with greater ease.
Meraki Labs
Check Vero
MVP in progressDiscover checkvero.org (opens in a new tab)Clarity before the conversation. Check Vero is developing technology to help people understand who is calling and make a more informed choice before answering.
Mindful Meraki
FoKids
Concept stageDiscover fokids.org (opens in a new tab)Room for young minds to flourish. FoKids envisions educational and wellbeing experiences that nurture curiosity, confidence and care in children aged roughly 8 to 12.
Six Seven Capital
A separate investment direction within the MerakiMe vision. Its guiding idea is six long-term positions and one flexible opportunity. It is not an operating pillar and does not offer investments, financial services or advice.
Our approach
Principles before playbooks.
Creativity
A fresh perspective can change what feels possible. We bring imagination and craft to the work, keeping the spirit of an idea intact.
Innovation
Useful technology starts with a real problem. We test our assumptions, build focused solutions and let what we learn guide the next step.
Purpose
Lasting value begins with a clear reason to exist. We choose ideas that can make a meaningful difference to the people they serve.
How a venture grows
A considered rhythm, from the first question to an independent venture.
Step 1
Imagine
Understand the need, give the idea a clear direction and examine its potential.
Step 2
Build
Create a focused first version. Test it with care and improve it through honest feedback.
Step 3
Nurture
Give promising ventures a distinct identity and the freedom to grow on their own terms.
A note from the founder
I believe meaningful ideas deserve more than imagination. They deserve the courage to become real. MerakiMe brings creativity, innovation and purpose together, giving promising ventures the freedom to stand on their own and create lasting value.
Contact
Have an idea with soul?
Let's talk.
Good conversations can be the start of something meaningful. If our work resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.
hello@merakime.org