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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between SEAK Software GmbH and YUVENDA GmbH

June 25, 2026

Benchmark International is proud to announce the successful completion of a strategic transaction in which YUVENDA GmbH has acquired SEAK Software GmbH, a leading provider of workforce management solutions.

SEAK Software GmbH, headquartered in northern Germany, was founded in 1997 by Andreas Knüpfer. The company develops workforce management software mainly for customers in retail industries. SEAK’s solutions are designed to increase productivity, improve employee retention, and ensure compliance with legal regulations, supporting businesses in optimising their workforce operations.

The acquirer, YUVENDA GmbH, is a portfolio company of LEA Partners GmbH and is based in Frankfurt am Main. YUVENDA is a leading operating system for mid-market retailers in DACH offering ERP, POS and Workforce-Management software to more than 3,500 customers.

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Under the terms of the transaction, YUVENDA GmbH acquired 100% of the shares from the three shareholders of SEAK Software GmbH. Founder Andreas Knüpfer will remain involved with the business in an advisory capacity, while shareholders Patrick Rogalski and Dagmar Rogalski will continue with the company. The transaction reflects the growing demand for integrated workforce management solutions and highlights the strategic value of combining complementary expertise within the technology sector.

Sebastian Ahrens, CEO of YUVENDA GmbH, commented:

“We are thrilled to partner with SEAK Software. Their proven expertise and forward-thinking solutions perfectly align with our vision to deliver best-in-class software to our customers.”

Andreas Knüpfer, Founder of SEAK Software GmbH, added:

“The partnership with YUVENDA marks an exciting new chapter for SEAK Software. We are united by a shared commitment to innovation and customer success. This collaboration takes the further development of our products and services to a new level and opens up new customer opportunities for us.

"Special thanks go to Benchmark International for their professional advice and dedication throughout the transaction process.”

 

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