Strong Ventures

Strong Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, California, pursuing seed-stage investments across the United States and South Korea. Beyond funding, it offers hands-on guidance, mentorship, and access to an extensive network to help entrepreneurs from Korean, Asian, and global backgrounds build and scale ventures capable of competing in global markets. The firm engages with a broad range of sectors, including software as a service, e-commerce, fintech, health tech, mobility, content, and other technology-enabled industries, emphasizing practical execution, strategic development, and ecosystem value.

Kihong Bae

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Jiyun Cho

Director

John Nahm

Managing Partner

Hyungwoo Park

Investment Analyst

Past deals in E-commerce

Newndy

Seed Round in 2025
Newndy is a commerce platform that specializes in the reverse direct purchase of Korean products.

REMEX

Series A in 2024
Remex provides online return management and unfulfillable inventory resale solution for eCommerce seller. Especially, we focus on Amazon Unfulfillable Inventory; that used to disposal from Amazon FBA center. We resale amazon seller's unfulfillable inventory and generate revenue !

Roovook

Series A in 2024
Roovook is a company that specializes in developing an innovative online platform designed to enhance lead generation and event conversion. Their Event & Sales Management System (EMS) offers superior efficiency compared to traditional offline sales and management methods. The system provides continuous lead generation, seamless digital sales processes with online quote requests, bookings, and payment systems, and supports data-driven decision-making through real-time data analysis. Additionally, Roovook's platform automates repetitive tasks to save time and enhance overall efficiency, all presented through an intuitive user-friendly interface.

Kihya

Series A in 2024
Kihya is an online beverage distributor specializing in alcoholic beverages. It operates a platform that facilitates liquor orders via phone or website, offering beer, wine, spirits, and home delivery services.

Black Circle

Series B in 2024
Black Circle is an online marketplace specializing in car-related products, including tires, batteries, tools, and equipment. The company aims to streamline the purchasing process for automotive needs by offering a comprehensive selection of products along with essential information such as pricing, specifications, and stock availability. This approach enables customers to efficiently meet their automotive requirements in a single location.

REMEX

Seed Round in 2024
Remex provides online return management and unfulfillable inventory resale solution for eCommerce seller. Especially, we focus on Amazon Unfulfillable Inventory; that used to disposal from Amazon FBA center. We resale amazon seller's unfulfillable inventory and generate revenue !

Realry

Series A in 2024
Realry is an online fashion platform that simplifies shopping by aggregating products from various brands. It offers a wide range of clothing, shoes, accessories, and more, allowing users to compare prices and streamline their purchases.

Pay Months

Series A in 2024
Pay Months is a fintech startup that solves financing problems in e-Commerce.

Noutecompany

Funding Round in 2023
As the non-face-to-face academic environment becomes more common due to COVID-19, the demand for content for tablet writing apps is rapidly increasing around the world. Webudding is a digital stationery content C2C platform that targets this demand and has a vision to grow into the world's largest commerce and community platform in tablet content based on the various contents being sourced from Korea, Japan, the Philippines, and the United States, etc. Webudding is a web-based digital stationery service for content for tablet writing apps, with categories such as diaries, planners, notebooks, and sticker images used in tablet writing. Currently, Webudding has 1,300 sellers (1,000 domestic and 300 overseas) providing 12,000 content products and 100,000 MAUs., being the largest digital stationery in Asia. We try to go to the global market to target 1 billion tablet users worldwide.

Noteing

Seed Round in 2023
Noteing is an ebook platform and reading app that enables buying e-books for tablets and provides a note-taking dashboard. The app allows users to read text and write notes in different fonts, with options to attach pictures and other media, delivering a creative and organized book-reading experience.

Test Valley

Series A in 2023
Test Valley is a retailer specializing in consumer electronics. It offers smartphones, tablets, cameras, computers, and household appliances through its online platform.

CacheBy

Seed Round in 2023
CacheBy operates an online marketplace for biotechnology products. Its platform connects researchers directly with suppliers, offering real-time expert consultations and optimized purchasing processes to streamline research product acquisition.

Realry

Venture Round in 2023
Realry is an online fashion platform that simplifies shopping by aggregating products from various brands. It offers a wide range of clothing, shoes, accessories, and more, allowing users to compare prices and streamline their purchases.

Black Circle

Series A in 2022
Black Circle is an online marketplace specializing in car-related products, including tires, batteries, tools, and equipment. The company aims to streamline the purchasing process for automotive needs by offering a comprehensive selection of products along with essential information such as pricing, specifications, and stock availability. This approach enables customers to efficiently meet their automotive requirements in a single location.

SQUARES

Seed Round in 2022
SQUARES build commerce sites with no-code and use and manage them with ease.

Honest seoul

Seed Round in 2022
Honest Seoul is an e-commerce company that specializes in the creation of fine jewelry for active women. The company offers a range of products including natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, and moissanite. The jewelry is practical and designed with a high sensitivity to the modern woman's needs. The company operates under private ownership and offers its products through its online platform.

YOLO

Venture Round in 2022
YOLO is an innovative cross-border e-commerce platform that facilitates the purchase of trendy items from international sellers. With a network of over 27,000 sellers across 89 countries, YOLO enables consumers to access a diverse range of products that reflect global trends and cultural influences. The company aims to bridge gaps between people and cultures through its offerings, creating a unique shopping experience that showcases the richness of global commerce. By connecting customers with overseas products, YOLO fosters a sense of community and cultural exchange, making international shopping more accessible and engaging for its users.

Noutecompany

Series A in 2022
As the non-face-to-face academic environment becomes more common due to COVID-19, the demand for content for tablet writing apps is rapidly increasing around the world. Webudding is a digital stationery content C2C platform that targets this demand and has a vision to grow into the world's largest commerce and community platform in tablet content based on the various contents being sourced from Korea, Japan, the Philippines, and the United States, etc. Webudding is a web-based digital stationery service for content for tablet writing apps, with categories such as diaries, planners, notebooks, and sticker images used in tablet writing. Currently, Webudding has 1,300 sellers (1,000 domestic and 300 overseas) providing 12,000 content products and 100,000 MAUs., being the largest digital stationery in Asia. We try to go to the global market to target 1 billion tablet users worldwide.

Roovook

Seed Round in 2022
Roovook is a company that specializes in developing an innovative online platform designed to enhance lead generation and event conversion. Their Event & Sales Management System (EMS) offers superior efficiency compared to traditional offline sales and management methods. The system provides continuous lead generation, seamless digital sales processes with online quote requests, bookings, and payment systems, and supports data-driven decision-making through real-time data analysis. Additionally, Roovook's platform automates repetitive tasks to save time and enhance overall efficiency, all presented through an intuitive user-friendly interface.

FruitsFamily

Seed Round in 2022
FruitsFamily operates a second-hand fashion trading platform specializing in men's designer clothing. It offers a safe and reliable service for buying and selling used designer products, facilitating quick transactions.

Poom

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Poom operates a mobile platform that enables home-based bakers to establish unique online stores, facilitating the sale and gifting of freshly baked bread and desserts within local communities.

Passengers

Seed Round in 2022
Passengers is a company that innovates the e-commerce market and distribution structure based on sustainable consumption.

Thingngo

Seed Round in 2022
Thingngo is an online store that sells children's toys.

Pay Months

Seed Round in 2022
Pay Months is a fintech startup that solves financing problems in e-Commerce.

Noteing

Seed Round in 2022
Noteing is an ebook platform and reading app that enables buying e-books for tablets and provides a note-taking dashboard. The app allows users to read text and write notes in different fonts, with options to attach pictures and other media, delivering a creative and organized book-reading experience.

Realry

Venture Round in 2022
Realry is an online fashion platform that simplifies shopping by aggregating products from various brands. It offers a wide range of clothing, shoes, accessories, and more, allowing users to compare prices and streamline their purchases.

Hwanghak-dong Online

Seed Round in 2021
Hwanghak-dong Online is an e-commerce company specializing in the sale of furniture and home appliances. Its product portfolio includes tables, chairs, water purifiers, refrigerators, and kitchen appliances.

Test Valley

Series A in 2021
Test Valley is a retailer specializing in consumer electronics. It offers smartphones, tablets, cameras, computers, and household appliances through its online platform.

simplyO

Series A in 2021
SimplyO Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that operates an online marketplace focused on selling personal products. The company develops an e-commerce platform that allows it to manufacture and sell goods under a single brand, streamlining the distribution process. By sourcing products directly from various manufacturers, SimplyO minimizes distribution steps and marketing costs, enabling it to offer premium consumer goods at competitive prices. The platform emphasizes quality by carefully selecting ingredients and ensuring they are properly weighed and secured, making high-quality products accessible to a broad customer base.

POC Holdings

Seed Round in 2021
POC Holdings is a start-up that introduced 'DDIB', a mobile shopping platform for two-person group purchase.

Karrot Market

Series D in 2021
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.

Test Valley

Seed Round in 2021
Test Valley is a retailer specializing in consumer electronics. It offers smartphones, tablets, cameras, computers, and household appliances through its online platform.

Kidop

Seed Round in 2021
Kidop is an online retailer specializing in homeschooling and educational kits for children. The company offers a range of products, including storybooks, educational supplies, and play-based learning activities aimed at fostering cognitive development in infants and toddlers. Kidop's services are designed to provide individualized curriculums, allowing parents to create tailored educational experiences for their children. By blending learning with play, Kidop enables kids to engage in both educational and recreational activities, making learning enjoyable and effective.

YOLO

Series A in 2021
YOLO is an innovative cross-border e-commerce platform that facilitates the purchase of trendy items from international sellers. With a network of over 27,000 sellers across 89 countries, YOLO enables consumers to access a diverse range of products that reflect global trends and cultural influences. The company aims to bridge gaps between people and cultures through its offerings, creating a unique shopping experience that showcases the richness of global commerce. By connecting customers with overseas products, YOLO fosters a sense of community and cultural exchange, making international shopping more accessible and engaging for its users.

Realry

Seed Round in 2021
Realry is an online fashion platform that simplifies shopping by aggregating products from various brands. It offers a wide range of clothing, shoes, accessories, and more, allowing users to compare prices and streamline their purchases.

malang honey (So soft)

Seed Round in 2021
malang honey is an e-commerce platform for childcare products.

Donggle

Seed Round in 2020
Donggle is an e-commerce platform based in Seoul, South Korea, that facilitates direct connections between consumers and wholesalers. By eliminating intermediary distribution margins, Donggle allows customers to purchase clothing at wholesale prices, making fashionable outfits more affordable. The company's innovative distribution structure enhances the shopping experience, enabling consumers to access a wide range of products directly from wholesalers.

Original Innovation Group (OINNG)

Seed Round in 2020
We all collect things: shoes, figurines, albums; anything and everything we love. PICKIT introduces new solutions for the global collecting community, welcoming all the different ways to collect thereby enabling the most fun collecting experience possible, starting at our market adaptation with K-POP. We help worldwide K-Pop fandoms to easily and quickly buy, collect, and exchange items digitally. Our mission lies in building the best digital collectibles marketplace where millions of digital goods become the assets of our digital era.

Kidop

Seed Round in 2020
Kidop is an online retailer specializing in homeschooling and educational kits for children. The company offers a range of products, including storybooks, educational supplies, and play-based learning activities aimed at fostering cognitive development in infants and toddlers. Kidop's services are designed to provide individualized curriculums, allowing parents to create tailored educational experiences for their children. By blending learning with play, Kidop enables kids to engage in both educational and recreational activities, making learning enjoyable and effective.

simplyO

Seed Round in 2020
SimplyO Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that operates an online marketplace focused on selling personal products. The company develops an e-commerce platform that allows it to manufacture and sell goods under a single brand, streamlining the distribution process. By sourcing products directly from various manufacturers, SimplyO minimizes distribution steps and marketing costs, enabling it to offer premium consumer goods at competitive prices. The platform emphasizes quality by carefully selecting ingredients and ensuring they are properly weighed and secured, making high-quality products accessible to a broad customer base.

YOLO

Seed Round in 2020
YOLO is an innovative cross-border e-commerce platform that facilitates the purchase of trendy items from international sellers. With a network of over 27,000 sellers across 89 countries, YOLO enables consumers to access a diverse range of products that reflect global trends and cultural influences. The company aims to bridge gaps between people and cultures through its offerings, creating a unique shopping experience that showcases the richness of global commerce. By connecting customers with overseas products, YOLO fosters a sense of community and cultural exchange, making international shopping more accessible and engaging for its users.

Karrot Market

Series C in 2019
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.

simplyO

Seed Round in 2019
SimplyO Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that operates an online marketplace focused on selling personal products. The company develops an e-commerce platform that allows it to manufacture and sell goods under a single brand, streamlining the distribution process. By sourcing products directly from various manufacturers, SimplyO minimizes distribution steps and marketing costs, enabling it to offer premium consumer goods at competitive prices. The platform emphasizes quality by carefully selecting ingredients and ensuring they are properly weighed and secured, making high-quality products accessible to a broad customer base.

Karrot Market

Series B in 2018
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.

SnackFever

Seed Round in 2017
SnackFever Inc. is a subscription-based service that specializes in delivering a variety of snacks, candies, drinks, ramen products, and other treats from Korea to customers in the United States. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company caters to fans of Korean culture by providing monthly shipments of popular Korean food items. SnackFever aims to create an engaging experience for its subscribers by offering a curated selection of products that reflect the vibrant culinary landscape of Korea.

RushOrder

Seed Round in 2017
RushOrder, based in Los Angeles, is a food ordering technology company founded in 2013, with its full services launched to the public in late 2014. The company focuses on developing a mobile application that connects users with a curated selection of restaurants, offering a large and continually expanding range of dining options. Its platform features an image-based design and translated menus, enabling users to easily discover new and exclusive cuisine for take-out and delivery. RushOrder is driven by a dedicated team committed to creating a user-friendly experience that enhances the way people order food.

Trymoon

Seed Round in 2017
Trymoon is a women's shoe brand based in Seoul, South Korea, that offers a free home try-on service to assist customers in selecting their ideal footwear. Currently operating in stealth mode, the company focuses on providing a convenient and personalized shopping experience, allowing users to try shoes in the comfort of their homes before making a purchase decision. For inquiries, Trymoon uses telephone and contact numbers to facilitate communication.

Karrot Market

Series A in 2016
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.

Trymoon

Seed Round in 2016
Trymoon is a women's shoe brand based in Seoul, South Korea, that offers a free home try-on service to assist customers in selecting their ideal footwear. Currently operating in stealth mode, the company focuses on providing a convenient and personalized shopping experience, allowing users to try shoes in the comfort of their homes before making a purchase decision. For inquiries, Trymoon uses telephone and contact numbers to facilitate communication.

SnackFever

Seed Round in 2016
SnackFever Inc. is a subscription-based service that specializes in delivering a variety of snacks, candies, drinks, ramen products, and other treats from Korea to customers in the United States. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company caters to fans of Korean culture by providing monthly shipments of popular Korean food items. SnackFever aims to create an engaging experience for its subscribers by offering a curated selection of products that reflect the vibrant culinary landscape of Korea.

Flybook

Seed Round in 2016
Flybook Inc. is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in developing an online book platform aimed at enhancing the reading experience. Founded in 2013, Flybook offers a comprehensive suite of services including book recommendations, regular shipments, reading meetings, and book reviews, all designed to create a vibrant book community. The platform allows users to discover suitable books and facilitates communication among readers, making it easier for users to share recommendations and engage with literature. Through a monthly subscription model, Flybook seeks to connect books and readers more closely, enriching the overall experience of reading.

SnackFever

Seed Round in 2015
SnackFever Inc. is a subscription-based service that specializes in delivering a variety of snacks, candies, drinks, ramen products, and other treats from Korea to customers in the United States. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company caters to fans of Korean culture by providing monthly shipments of popular Korean food items. SnackFever aims to create an engaging experience for its subscribers by offering a curated selection of products that reflect the vibrant culinary landscape of Korea.

RushOrder

Seed Round in 2015
RushOrder, based in Los Angeles, is a food ordering technology company founded in 2013, with its full services launched to the public in late 2014. The company focuses on developing a mobile application that connects users with a curated selection of restaurants, offering a large and continually expanding range of dining options. Its platform features an image-based design and translated menus, enabling users to easily discover new and exclusive cuisine for take-out and delivery. RushOrder is driven by a dedicated team committed to creating a user-friendly experience that enhances the way people order food.

Purse

Seed Round in 2014
Purse operates a peer-to-peer marketplace aimed at enhancing the utility of Bitcoin in global commerce. By offering significant discounts, such as 15% off on Amazon purchases, Purse incentivizes consumers to spend their Bitcoin rather than merely holding it. The platform allows users to easily buy Bitcoin with a credit card, streamlining the purchasing process and addressing the challenges associated with using cryptocurrency for everyday transactions. Furthermore, Purse enables users to trade gift cards for cryptocurrencies, providing additional flexibility and savings on regular purchases. Overall, Purse seeks to create a frictionless shopping experience while promoting the adoption of Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash in online marketplaces.

Brandboom

Seed Round in 2013
Brandboom is a pioneering company that has transformed traditional B2B commerce and wholesale markets through its innovative cloud-based platform. This platform offers tools for creating line sheets, managing orders and invoices, and tracking inventory, making it easier for wholesalers to streamline their operations. Additionally, Brandboom's Connect Marketplace utilizes AI technology to connect brands with retailers, enhancing wholesale marketing efforts. The company has further expanded its offerings by introducing shipping and financial services through flowfy, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution for B2B businesses. By simplifying the wholesaling process and providing essential analytical tools, Brandboom supports businesses in achieving their sales goals and efficiently managing their operations.

Brandboom

Seed Round in 2012
Brandboom is a pioneering company that has transformed traditional B2B commerce and wholesale markets through its innovative cloud-based platform. This platform offers tools for creating line sheets, managing orders and invoices, and tracking inventory, making it easier for wholesalers to streamline their operations. Additionally, Brandboom's Connect Marketplace utilizes AI technology to connect brands with retailers, enhancing wholesale marketing efforts. The company has further expanded its offerings by introducing shipping and financial services through flowfy, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution for B2B businesses. By simplifying the wholesaling process and providing essential analytical tools, Brandboom supports businesses in achieving their sales goals and efficiently managing their operations.

Roovook

Roovook is a company that specializes in developing an innovative online platform designed to enhance lead generation and event conversion. Their Event & Sales Management System (EMS) offers superior efficiency compared to traditional offline sales and management methods. The system provides continuous lead generation, seamless digital sales processes with online quote requests, bookings, and payment systems, and supports data-driven decision-making through real-time data analysis. Additionally, Roovook's platform automates repetitive tasks to save time and enhance overall efficiency, all presented through an intuitive user-friendly interface.
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