East Ventures
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2010
AUM
$103 M
Location
Japan
Investor profile last updated: 05 August, 2020
Profile
East Ventures is an early stage venture fund focusing on SEA and Japan. Over the years, East Ventures has invested in hundreds of companies in Indonesia, Singapore, Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand. Majority of East Ventures’ portfolio went on to raise follow-on financing rounds, dominate the market, and become category leaders.
East Ventures has a strong track record in developing pan-Asia tech-ecosystems and backing the startups in their early day, including Tokopedia, Traveloka, Mercari, Disdus (acquired by Groupon), Kudo (acquired by Grab), Tech in Asia , Omise, IDNTimes, Ruangguru, Jurnal, Cermati, Mokapos, Shopback, EVHive, and Loket (acquired by Gojek).
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FAQs about East Ventures
Is East Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?
East Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is East Ventures located?
East Ventures is located in Japan.
When was East Ventures founded?
East Ventures was founded in 2010.
What sectors and industries does East Ventures invest in?
East Ventures invests in companies and startups in Fintech, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Telecommunications.
What is East Ventures geographical focus of investments?
East Ventures invests in companies and startups in Asia.
At what stages of companies and startups does East Ventures typically invest in?
East Ventures invests in companies and startups at Seed.
What is the usual amount of East Ventures investment?
East Ventures usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for East Ventures?
East Ventures has around $103m assets under management.
What are the contacts of East Ventures?
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