East Pacific Capital

East Pacific Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2008 and headquartered in Singapore. The company focuses on early-stage investments, primarily in technology firms, with a particular emphasis on companies located in Southeast Asia. By targeting emerging markets in Asia and Latin America, East Pacific Capital aims to support innovative startups and drive growth in these regions. The firm is dedicated to identifying promising business opportunities that align with its investment strategy, fostering the development of technology-driven solutions.

Dennis Melka

Founder

5 past transactions

WHIP Mobility

Seed Round in 2017
WHIP Mobility is a B2B SaaS company focused on enhancing customer experience for auto dealerships through its comprehensive digital ecosystem platform. The company provides a suite of services that includes customer management solutions, data hygiene, mobile and valet services, digital logbooks, in-app marketing, payment processing, digital retailing, and tracking of car data and service progress. By integrating these functionalities, WHIP Mobility aims to help dealerships effectively grow and retain their customer base while transforming the after-sales experience for their clients.

HOTEL NIDA

Seed Round in 2015
HOTEL NIDA is a branded budget hotel internet marketplace. The company's website provides information about trip destinations, hotel pricing, and lodging availability. It allows consumers to look for, compare, and book services after entering pertinent information.

Red Planet Hotels

Private Equity Round in 2012
Red Planet Hotels is a regional hotel operator based in Bangkok, Thailand, specializing in the budget hotel sector across Asia, where it capitalizes on the rapid growth of the travel market. The company is dedicated to redefining the value hotel experience by offering comfortable stays in desirable locations at competitive prices. Red Planet Hotels emphasizes transparency in its pricing model with all-inclusive rates that cover various amenities, ensuring there are no hidden costs. Each room features complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, custom-made beds with high-quality linen, relaxing power showers, air conditioning, in-room safes, and flat-screen TVs. The company currently owns and operates hotels in Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand, and continues to expand its portfolio through acquisitions and new developments.

Tune Talk

Private Equity Round in 2010
On 19 Aug 2009, Tune Talk Sdn Bhd (720957-V) was officially launched and is the fastest growing Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) in Malaysia. We aim to provide the nation with super low call rates and incredible incentives that is currently underserved. Our no-frills prepaid service for voice and SMS packages are ready to fulfil the value-for-money segment with great accessibility and broad distribution each. Having signed an agreement with Celcom (Malaysia) in December 2008 has since brought our Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) game further with Celcom's comprehensive nationwide reach. Our collaboration with Celcom exhibits the best joint efforts of the country's premier telecommunications provider and an MVNO to bring innovation and revolutionise the country's mobile industry. Tune Talk is the result and culmination of years of dedication and hard work. It is our aspiration to become the ASEAN MVNO and works are underway to make this a reality even though our subscribers are currently enjoying full roaming on the back of Celcom's existing roaming arrangements. As an MVNO, our business model allows us to focus on improving our products, marketing and customer service without the need to build and maintain a full cellular network. This allows us to keep our capital investments low, thus focusing on offering super low call rates and giving our subscribers great customer service. Also, as a member of the Tune Group, we have the advantage of providing complete lifestyle products and services in joint efforts with Tune Money and Tune Hotels. Tune Talk is majority owned by Celcom Axiata Berhad (35%) and Tune Group Sdn Bhd (25.1%), which is jointly owned by Tan Sri Dr. Anthony Fernandes and Dato' Kamarudin Meranun. Tune Talk is a licensed Network Service Provider (Individual) and Application Service Provider (Class) numbering block sanctioned by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).

Tune Protect Group

Seed Round in 2008
Tune Protect Group is a digital insurance provider based in Malaysia that focuses on underwriting and reinsuring non-life insurance products through its subsidiaries. The company operates primarily in two segments: a digital platform that sells insurance to customers in over 20 markets, typically integrated with online booking processes via partnerships, and a general insurance sector in Malaysia and Thailand. Tune Protect Malaysia and Tune Protect Thailand, its subsidiaries, provide various insurance products, including travel insurance, addressing the specific needs of their respective markets. With a strong emphasis on digital engagement and customer accessibility, Tune Protect Group leverages its online capabilities while maintaining traditional insurance operations in Southeast Asia.
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