Samsung Catalyst Fund
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Investor type
CVC
Founded
2013
AUM
-
Location
South Korea
Investor profile last updated: 13 October, 2021
Profile
The Samsung Catalyst Fund is Samsung Electronics’ evergreen multi-stage venture capital fund that invests in the new data economy and strategic ideas for Samsung’s mobile, device solutions and consumer electronics groups. Investment spans across Automotive, Robotics, Digital Health, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Infrastructure, and Device-Level Solutions. Through Samsung Catalyst Fund, entrepreneurs are enabled by Samsung’s global brand, manufacturing and distribution, domain expertise, recruiting network, and world-class Innovation Fellows for advice and mentorship.
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FAQs about Samsung Catalyst Fund
Is Samsung Catalyst Fund a venture capital or private equity firm?
Samsung Catalyst Fund operates as a corporate VC (CVC). It backs companies at Series B and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is Samsung Catalyst Fund located?
Samsung Catalyst Fund is located in South Korea.
When was Samsung Catalyst Fund founded?
Samsung Catalyst Fund was founded in 2013.
What sectors and industries does Samsung Catalyst Fund invest in?
Samsung Catalyst Fund invests in companies and startups in Electronics, Internet and Web Services, Mobile/Apps, Software, Financial Services, Fintech, Healthcare Services, Robotics, SaaS, Sports/SportsTech, Telecommunications, Transportation.
What is Samsung Catalyst Fund geographical focus of investments?
Samsung Catalyst Fund invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Asia.
At what stages of companies and startups does Samsung Catalyst Fund typically invest in?
Samsung Catalyst Fund invests in companies and startups at Series B, Series A.
What is the usual amount of Samsung Catalyst Fund investment?
Samsung Catalyst Fund usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What are the contacts of Samsung Catalyst Fund?
Samsung Catalyst Fund can be reached through its website samsungcatalyst.com, its LinkedIn page and its X account. Cold-mailing a general inbox rarely reaches a partner, so Private Equity List also lists the investment-team contacts for Samsung Catalyst Fund — names, roles, verified work emails and LinkedIn profiles — available on a Pro plan from $129/month (see pricing). Contacts are sourced from the firm's website and LinkedIn and re-verified on a rolling cycle. Spot a stale contact, or none at all? Report it — we re-run that firm within 48h and get back to you.
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