Selfridges
Acquisition in 2021
Selfridges is a renowned chain of department stores based in London, United Kingdom, with additional locations in Birmingham, Manchester, and Trafford. Founded in 1909, the company provides a diverse range of products, including clothing, footwear, bags, accessories, beauty items, home goods, and technology, catering to men, women, and children. Its offerings extend to food, wines and spirits, and gifts, as well as jewelry and watches. In addition to its physical stores, Selfridges operates a comprehensive online retail platform, allowing customers to access both local and international products conveniently. The brand is recognized for its commitment to providing a unique shopping experience that encompasses quality and variety.
Pomelo Fashion
Series C in 2019
Pomelo Fashion Co., Ltd. is an online fashion retailer based in Bangkok, Thailand, specializing in women's apparel. Founded in 2013, the company operates both an e-commerce platform and physical retail stores, providing a diverse range of fashion clothing, shoes, and accessories. Pomelo is dedicated to designing and producing its products in Asia, catering to a global consumer base with a modern aesthetic and a commitment to style at competitive prices. The brand collaborates with designers to create house brand items, focusing on eco-conscious, on-trend products that empower women to express their individuality and enhance their personal style.
Grab
Corporate Round in 2019
Grab Holdings Inc., headquartered in Singapore, operates a mobile technology platform that integrates city transportation and various on-demand services in Southeast Asia. The company, founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Ling, offers services such as ride-hailing (GrabTaxi, GrabCar), carpooling (GrabHitch, GrabShare), shuttle services (GrabShuttle, GrabShuttle Plus), and food delivery through its GrabFood platform. Grab also provides financial services, including payments, consumer loans, and enterprise offerings. It operates in eight countries: Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. Grab generates revenue by charging commissions to both consumers and service providers, with ride-hailing and food delivery contributing to 89% of its total revenue. The company competes with Foodpanda and Gojek in the region.
Zalora
Acquisition in 2016
Zalora is a leading online fashion retailer based in Bangkok, Thailand, specializing in a wide range of apparel, shoes, accessories, beauty products, and sports goods for men, women, and children. The platform features over 400 brands and more than 40,000 items, curated from both local and international designers. Zalora operates in eight countries across Southeast Asia, providing customers with a seamless shopping experience from the comfort of their homes. The website is designed for convenience, allowing users to easily browse items, add them to their cart, and choose from various payment options, including credit cards, PayPal, bank transfers, and cash-on-delivery. Zalora offers free nationwide shipping and a straightforward return policy, enabling customers to return products within 30 days at no cost if they are unsatisfied. The company also provides customer support through online chat and a dedicated helpline, ensuring assistance is readily available.