Expara Ventures
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2004
AUM
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Location
Singapore
Investor profile last updated: 13 August, 2021
Profile
Expara is Singapore's pioneer and leader in incubation, early-stage venture capital, entrepreneurship, VC and innovation training, mentorship and advisory work. Expara provides both investment and services to the enterprise ecosystem.
Douglas Abrams, the company's founder and CEO is a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, angel investor and educator who has been investing, venturing, and teaching in Singapore since 2000. Expara works closely with start-up companies, SMEs and key players in both the public and private sector in the local enterprise ecosystem. Expara has offices in Singapore, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur.
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FAQs about Expara Ventures
Is Expara Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?
Expara Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, writing tickets of $50-100 m.
Where is Expara Ventures located?
Expara Ventures is located in Singapore.
When was Expara Ventures founded?
Expara Ventures was founded in 2004.
What sectors and industries does Expara Ventures invest in?
Expara Ventures invests in companies and startups in E-commerce/Marketplace, Real Estate, Software, Education, Edtech, Fashion/Beauty, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Other, Robotics, LegalTech, Music.
What is Expara Ventures geographical focus of investments?
Expara Ventures invests in companies and startups in Asia.
At what stages of companies and startups does Expara Ventures typically invest in?
Expara Ventures invests in companies and startups at Seed.
What is the usual amount of Expara Ventures investment?
Expara Ventures usually invests $50-100 m on average.
What are the contacts of Expara Ventures?
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