ClearVue Partners

ClearVue Partners is a private equity firm based in Shanghai that provides growth capital to expansion-stage consumer-focused companies in Greater China. The firm concentrates on sectors including food and beverage, consumer lifestyle, internet and mobile, retail, consumer durables, software, and broader information technology and TMT, and it supports market entry for leading international consumer brands seeking to enter China as well as the development of local brands. The team combines extensive experience in the consumer industry across Asia and the United States, enabling strategic guidance and operational support. Founded in 2012, ClearVue Partners works with growth-stage businesses to scale operations, accelerate product development, and expand distribution within Greater China.

William Chen

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Cherry Chen

Partner

Harry Hui

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Quan Li

Venture Partner

Lorena Xu

Vice President

Kathleen Ying

Partner

Donglei Zhou

Venture Partner

48 past transactions

Berlook

Venture Round in 2024
Berlook is a cross-border lifestyle brand that blends fashion and comfort with sustainability, by committing to sustainable materials, green packaging, and the continuous improvement of the supply chain for the good of our world.

Triller

Venture Round in 2022
Triller develops an AI-powered music video app, enabling users to create professional-quality videos. Founded in 2015, it has offices in Los Angeles, Miami, Paris, and Lisbon. With over 23 million downloads, Triller facilitates organic user growth and celebrity engagement.

BUD

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2019 by former Snap engineers, BUD is a Singapore-based company building an open metaverse gaming platform. It connects millions of user-generated virtual worlds created by its community of creators. Since its launch in November 2021, BUD has become a top social app in over 38 countries, facilitating the creation and trade of millions of 3D content.

Point One

Series B in 2022
Point One is a 3D Metaverse user-generated content platform. Using simple no-code tools, users may build personalized 3D interactive content.

Gusto Collective

Seed Round in 2022
Gusto Collective is an Asia-based Brand Technology holding company that blends narrative storytelling with immersive technology to redefine customer experiences. It bridges Web2 and Web3 through immersive storytelling and tech-enabled offerings, including Web3 market services, augmented reality, virtual human creation platforms, and luxury marketing services. The group employs more than 200 professionals across offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Paris and London. Founded in 2020 by Aaron Lau, it serves a roster of luxury and premium brands, including Harrods, Canada Goose, Swire Hotels, Estee Lauder Companies, Tourism Australia and LVMH. By combining creative storytelling with data-driven technology, the firm aims to enhance marketing effectiveness and deliver high-end brand experiences.

Plus

Series D in 2021
Plus is a global technology company headquartered in Silicon Valley that develops highly automated and fully autonomous driving solutions. Its open‑autonomy platform powers commercial vehicles in the United States and Germany and is used by leading automakers, fleets, and technology partners worldwide. The company focuses on making driving safer, more comfortable, and more sustainable, and it has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Insider, CES, and AUVSI for its innovative technology. Plus also builds AI‑driven autonomous driving software for trucks, leveraging large AI models and generative AI to enable safe, affordable, and scalable deployment of autonomous freight vehicles.

Pony.ai

Series C in 2021
Founded in 2016, Pony.ai develops artificial intelligence software for autonomous mobility deployment, focusing on manufacturing automated vehicles and offering public-facing Robotaxi services. The company operates fully driverless robotaxis through the PonyPilot mobile app in major Chinese cities.

Luneurs

Venture Round in 2021
Luneurs is an unorthodox French bakery that combines an ice cream selection of brands. It aims to share our savoir-faire and passion to every hearty eater, bringing the fabulous taste of our creations and without fail a range of excellent coffee and drinks, and never forgetting the simple deliciousness of the classic croissant, and baguette.

VETRESKA

Series B in 2020
VETRESKA is a brand dedicated to creating innovative pet supplies for cats and dogs. Established in 2017, the company focuses on designing unique pet products that combine fun and functionality with quality craftsmanship. VETRESKA offers a range of items including organic pet food, toys, and resting areas, all aimed at enhancing pets' lifestyles. The brand draws inspiration from people's lives to create designs that allow pet lovers to share everyday joys with their companions.

Pony.ai

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2016, Pony.ai develops artificial intelligence software for autonomous mobility deployment, focusing on manufacturing automated vehicles and offering public-facing Robotaxi services. The company operates fully driverless robotaxis through the PonyPilot mobile app in major Chinese cities.

1KM

Series C in 2020
1KM is a Shanghai-based self-service car wash solution provider.

Focus Games

Venture Round in 2020
Focus Games provides game distribution and operation for online mobile games and is backed by China's largest internet advertising agency Focus Media.

HiMAXX

Venture Round in 2020
HiMAXX provides consumers with low discounted big-name authentic products.

Aibee

Series A in 2019
Aibee is a prominent AI startup founded in November 2017 by Dr. Yuanqing Lin. Specializing in speech recognition, big data analysis, and natural language processing, Aibee focuses on providing comprehensive AI solutions to enhance and modernize vertical industries, particularly in the retail sector. The company aims to transform the operational efficiency and business value of its clients by integrating advanced technologies, including computer vision and predictive analytics. By thoroughly understanding the specific challenges and needs of various industries, Aibee crafts tailored solutions that empower clients to harness the potential of artificial intelligence. This strategic approach not only addresses current pain points but also facilitates the discovery of new business opportunities, positioning Aibee as a key player in the AI landscape in China.

VETRESKA

Series A in 2019
VETRESKA is a brand dedicated to creating innovative pet supplies for cats and dogs. Established in 2017, the company focuses on designing unique pet products that combine fun and functionality with quality craftsmanship. VETRESKA offers a range of items including organic pet food, toys, and resting areas, all aimed at enhancing pets' lifestyles. The brand draws inspiration from people's lives to create designs that allow pet lovers to share everyday joys with their companions.

Zhong An

Post in 2018
ZhongAn Online P & C Insurance Co., Ltd. is an insuretech company based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2013 by prominent enterprises including Ant Financial, Tencent, and Ping An Insurance. As the first internet-based insurance provider in China, ZhongAn exclusively offers its products and services online, eliminating the need for physical branches. The company specializes in property and casualty insurance, providing coverage for accidents, health, liability, cargo, household property, and motor-related incidents. In addition to insurance, ZhongAn also delivers a range of technology services, including IT consulting, asset management, and telemedicine solutions. The company's technological capabilities extend to developing digital operating systems and industry models, which are offered to financial institutions both domestically and internationally. With a focus on e-commerce and mobile payment solutions, ZhongAn supports internet businesses and individual users through financing guarantees and innovative online services.

Pony.ai

Series A in 2018
Founded in 2016, Pony.ai develops artificial intelligence software for autonomous mobility deployment, focusing on manufacturing automated vehicles and offering public-facing Robotaxi services. The company operates fully driverless robotaxis through the PonyPilot mobile app in major Chinese cities.

Souche

Series F in 2018
Souche, founded by Yao Junhong in December 2012, is a prominent automotive new retail platform in China. The company has attracted significant investments, raising over $1.2 billion by August 2018 from notable organizations such as Alibaba Group and Ant Financial Services Group. Recognized in the 2017 New Global Unicorns Ranking by PitchBook, Souche aims to be a central intelligence hub for the automotive industry. Over the years, it has developed an integrated automotive retail ecosystem that includes various businesses. These encompass Tangeche, an automotive financial leasing platform; Chehang168, a B2B industrial chain service platform; Cheyipai, an online used-car trading platform; and TIHD, a car-sharing service. Additionally, Souche offers SaaS products for used-car dealers through Dafengche and operates a new-car dealership network called Maicheguanjia. The company also provides ERP systems for dealership groups and integrated supply chain logistics services. Souche is often referred to as "the Alibaba of the Chinese automotive industry."

City Shop

Series A in 2018
City Shop, founded in 1995, is a prominent retail chain based in Shanghai, specializing in gourmet foods sourced globally. It offers an extensive range of high-quality products, aiming to provide a satisfying shopping experience for customers seeking international culinary delights and local food enthusiasts alike.

Citybox

Series B in 2017
Citybox is a smart vending machine operator based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2015. The company provides automated retail terminals that function as checkout-free convenience stores. These terminals are equipped with QR code scanning, anti-theft features, and user tracking capabilities. Citybox offers a variety of fresh produce, including yogurt and chilled lunchboxes, catering to diverse environments such as offices, residential communities, shopping malls, and schools. Customers can access the products by scanning a unique QR code, allowing for a seamless shopping experience where the bill is automatically sent to their smartphones after closing the terminal door.

ChangingEdu

Series D in 2017
ChangingEdu is a Shanghai-based company that specializes in online education services through its mobile applications. The platform facilitates connections between students, parents, and teachers, specifically targeting after-school tutoring services. By offering a comprehensive online platform, ChangingEdu enables parents to find suitable tutors for their children, allowing for personalized one-on-one counseling. The service provides all-subject teaching and tutoring options tailored for primary and middle school students, available both at home and online.

Souche

Series D in 2017
Souche, founded by Yao Junhong in December 2012, is a prominent automotive new retail platform in China. The company has attracted significant investments, raising over $1.2 billion by August 2018 from notable organizations such as Alibaba Group and Ant Financial Services Group. Recognized in the 2017 New Global Unicorns Ranking by PitchBook, Souche aims to be a central intelligence hub for the automotive industry. Over the years, it has developed an integrated automotive retail ecosystem that includes various businesses. These encompass Tangeche, an automotive financial leasing platform; Chehang168, a B2B industrial chain service platform; Cheyipai, an online used-car trading platform; and TIHD, a car-sharing service. Additionally, Souche offers SaaS products for used-car dealers through Dafengche and operates a new-car dealership network called Maicheguanjia. The company also provides ERP systems for dealership groups and integrated supply chain logistics services. Souche is often referred to as "the Alibaba of the Chinese automotive industry."

I Believe

Series B in 2017
I Believe is an e-commerce, logistics and convenience store franchise operator. Unlike traditional convenience stores, the company sources goods directly from manufacturers and provides online order placements, reducing the layer of purchases from whole-sellers.

ABLife

Series B in 2017
ABLife is a convenience store chain that operates community-focused outlets providing essential household items. The company employs an offline to online model, offering a wide range of products including oils, fresh produce, meats, and beverages. In addition to these necessities, ABLife facilitates services such as amenities payment, mobile phone recharges, knife sharpening, and courier delivery through its mobile application. This approach not only caters to everyday shopping needs but also enhances community engagement by serving as a local hub for various services.

Ping An Health

Venture Round in 2017
Ping An Health provides family doctor membership, health information, and medicines delievery services.

Chic Fresh

Venture Round in 2016
CHIC Fresh is a global leader in proprietary cold-crafted juice technology.

Quhuo Tech

Series C in 2016
Quhuo Tech specializes in tech-driven operational solutions for blue-chip companies in industries with substantial e-commerce presence. Its platform enhances workforce efficiency by training, monitoring, and incentivizing workers to follow standardized service procedures.

Yummy Express

Series C in 2016
Yummy Express is a Beijing, China-based O2O solutions provider offering logistics and operations services. Established in 2012 by Yu Yang, Yang Shuyi and Ba Zhen, Yummy Express focuses on meal delivery services for major takeout O2O platforms including China’s largest catering merchants such as Baidu Waimai. Additionally, the company provides fast-moving consumer goods companies with internet-enabled logistics and operational services. Its “3km, 30 min” on-demand service with heat retained records and shares delivery stats information with customers. Yummy Express, which also delivers fresh foods such as cake and fresh fruit from companies such as missfresh.cn, 1mxian.com and xuxian.com, has over 5,000 proprietary “delivery men” with 200,000 daily orders being provided in 18 cities in China. Source: [FinSMEs](http://www.finsmes.com/2016/04/yummy-express-completes-10m-series-c-funding.html)

ABLife

Series A in 2016
ABLife is a convenience store chain that operates community-focused outlets providing essential household items. The company employs an offline to online model, offering a wide range of products including oils, fresh produce, meats, and beverages. In addition to these necessities, ABLife facilitates services such as amenities payment, mobile phone recharges, knife sharpening, and courier delivery through its mobile application. This approach not only caters to everyday shopping needs but also enhances community engagement by serving as a local hub for various services.

I Believe

Series A in 2016
I Believe is an e-commerce, logistics and convenience store franchise operator. Unlike traditional convenience stores, the company sources goods directly from manufacturers and provides online order placements, reducing the layer of purchases from whole-sellers.

QuanCheng

Series B in 2016
Founded in November 2013 and headquartered in Shanghai, QuanCheng is a SaaS startup that focuses on corporate expense management and vendor management. The company offers a centralized purchasing management platform that provides tools and services for managing expenses related to business dining and travel. With a presence in 50 tier-one and tier-two cities across China, including major urban centers such as Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Wuhan, QuanCheng aims to optimize operational efficiency for businesses through its specialized software solutions.

Sumscope

Series A in 2015
Sumscope is a financial technology company that specializes in providing a comprehensive financial information service platform for the Renminbi (RMB) market. The firm focuses on the fixed income and derivatives sectors, offering a web-based, real-time trading platform designed for financial brokerage firms, banks, securities companies, and fund companies. Sumscope aggregates quotes from major voice brokers in China, facilitating efficient over-the-counter currency trading. By developing innovative solutions tailored to the needs of financial institutions, Sumscope aims to enhance transparency and accessibility in the RMB market.

Fruitday

Series C in 2015
Shanghai Fruitday Co., Ltd. operates an online retail platform specializing in fresh fruits, having been established in 2006 in Shanghai, China. Initially a traditional fruit vendor, Fruitday transitioned to e-commerce in 2009, leveraging over 30 years of experience in the food industry. The company focuses on mid- and high-end fruit offerings, including both imported and domestically sourced fresh fruits. Fruitday has developed a direct supply chain that connects consumers with suppliers, supported by its self-built cold storage and cold-chain logistics to ensure product freshness. Customers can order through various channels, including the website, telephone, television, and physical store services. The company emphasizes providing healthy, green, and fresh fruit options along with personalized services to enhance the consumer experience.

Intercos

Private Equity Round in 2014
Intercos is a global supplier and strategic innovation partner to the color cosmetics and skincare industry, with research centers, production facilities and marketing offices across North America, South America, Europe and Asia. It leverages strong research and development capabilities to anticipate trends and drive product innovation, and it develops and manufactures cosmetics for well-known brands. Intercos offers a broad portfolio including color cosmetics, skincare, nail polish, pencils and other personal care products. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Milan, Italy, the company operates internationally to provide end-to-end manufacturing, development and supply chain services.

111

Series C in 2014
111,Inc. is a leading digital and mobile healthcare platform in China. By applying advanced Internet and information technology, 111,Inc. is devoted to online medical services and online pharmacy through optimized supply chain and resources. 111,Inc. aims to deliver the best and comprehensive healthcare solutions to Chinese people. The main business lines of 111,Inc. include online B2C pharmacy platform 1 Drugstore, Internet hospital 1 Clinic and online B2B pharmacy platform 1 Drug Mall. Their mission is to build the largest integrated online and offline healthcare platform in China powered by technology through the innovative model of B2B2C to realize integrating development of businesses and consumers, online and offline markets, direct sales and marketplace models, drug and medical service delivery. 111,Inc. is one of the few Unicorn enterprise in the Internet medical health industry.

Weichaishi.com

Series A in 2014
Weichaishi.com is an online B2C platform based in China that specializes in temporary task outsourcing. Founded in 2011, it enables users to engage in various mini tasks to earn credits or money. Operated by Shanghai Yiyu Network Technology Co., Ltd., the platform allows users to utilize their fragmented time by participating in activities such as watching brand videos, completing surveys, and providing product feedback. In return for their efforts, users receive cash rewards. The platform also assists companies in conducting market research and enhancing brand interaction through outsourced tasks, leveraging a large pool of user data to gather insights across different markets.

Handpick

Series A in 2014
Handpick, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, is a prominent ingredient pairing and meal recommendation engine, recognized as the largest recipe and food post platform globally. The company addresses the common challenge of utilizing available ingredients by providing millions of recipes and social food posts through its award-winning food discovery app. Handpick employs proprietary ingredient pairing technology, which not only aids consumers in meal planning but also contributes to minimizing food waste. Additionally, the company has introduced its "Smart Groceries" delivery service, a novel approach to meal kits that allows grocery retailers to offer meal solutions using their existing inventory of full-sized ingredients. This innovative service enhances the accessibility of fresh produce and encourages home-cooked, healthy meals tailored to users' preferences.

1006.tv

Series B in 2014
1006.tv is a Beijing-based Chinese company that develops mobile games, gaming platforms, and media services. It offers mobile game rankings, reviews, news, and video content, and provides evaluation services for mobile games. The platform aggregates user-generated content and allows users to discover and share games. As of mid‑2014 it had 36 million users, including 1.7 million active users. The company has attracted investment from venture firms such as ClearVue Partners, Matrix Partners, and Sequoia Capital.

QuanCheng

Series A in 2014
Founded in November 2013 and headquartered in Shanghai, QuanCheng is a SaaS startup that focuses on corporate expense management and vendor management. The company offers a centralized purchasing management platform that provides tools and services for managing expenses related to business dining and travel. With a presence in 50 tier-one and tier-two cities across China, including major urban centers such as Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Wuhan, QuanCheng aims to optimize operational efficiency for businesses through its specialized software solutions.

Akasakatei

Venture Round in 2014
Akasakatei is a Shanghai-based restaurant operator established in 2005. It specializes in Japanese cuisine, currently managing 40 directly-owned outlets under strong brand names. The company is renowned for its high-quality offerings, featuring best-in-class beef and premium seafood, ensuring freshness and taste for its customers.

Fruitday

Series B in 2014
Shanghai Fruitday Co., Ltd. operates an online retail platform specializing in fresh fruits, having been established in 2006 in Shanghai, China. Initially a traditional fruit vendor, Fruitday transitioned to e-commerce in 2009, leveraging over 30 years of experience in the food industry. The company focuses on mid- and high-end fruit offerings, including both imported and domestically sourced fresh fruits. Fruitday has developed a direct supply chain that connects consumers with suppliers, supported by its self-built cold storage and cold-chain logistics to ensure product freshness. Customers can order through various channels, including the website, telephone, television, and physical store services. The company emphasizes providing healthy, green, and fresh fruit options along with personalized services to enhance the consumer experience.

111

Series B in 2013
111,Inc. is a leading digital and mobile healthcare platform in China. By applying advanced Internet and information technology, 111,Inc. is devoted to online medical services and online pharmacy through optimized supply chain and resources. 111,Inc. aims to deliver the best and comprehensive healthcare solutions to Chinese people. The main business lines of 111,Inc. include online B2C pharmacy platform 1 Drugstore, Internet hospital 1 Clinic and online B2B pharmacy platform 1 Drug Mall. Their mission is to build the largest integrated online and offline healthcare platform in China powered by technology through the innovative model of B2B2C to realize integrating development of businesses and consumers, online and offline markets, direct sales and marketplace models, drug and medical service delivery. 111,Inc. is one of the few Unicorn enterprise in the Internet medical health industry.

FIELDS CHINA

Series A in 2013
Fields China is an online grocery store based in Shanghai, China, established in 2009. The company offers a wide range of products, including fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish and seafood, dairy, bakery items, pantry staples, wines, beers, organic food, and various beverages. By providing a comprehensive selection of grocery items, Fields China caters to the diverse needs of consumers in the Chinese market.

B5M.COM

Series B in 2013
B5M, “help me buy” in Chinese, is the most comprehensive, accurate, and unbiased Chinese shopping search portal across multiple vertical categories. It offers hundreds of millions of business-to-consumer products, product and merchant reviews, group-buy deals, discount products, and shopping-related web articles, and it’s innovative shopping community features help Chinese consumers make informed purchasing decisions. B5M, founded in 2007, is headquartered in Shanghai with offices in Beijing, Hangzhou, and Seoul. The company also provides e-commerce search and recommendation engines to e-commerce sites to create a better user experience and higher conversion rates. B5M operates its own advertisement network to deliver hundreds of millions of clicks daily from hundreds of premier media sites as well as B5M.com to thousands of E-commerce websites and other advertisers. The company has raised Series A round of $7M, led by Oak Investment Partners, in Feb 2012, and Series B round of $16M, led by ClearVue Partners, in Apr 2013. The company has over 8M UV a day and 60M PV a day through the company’s website, browser plugin, and mobile apps, and the traffic continues to rapidly increase.

Gshopper

Series B in 2013
Gshopper operates a cross-border e-commerce platform, offering a curated selection of electronics, cosmetics, health, kids, and outdoor products. Headquartered in Singapore, the company uses advanced data analytics and AI to identify trending global products, providing consumers worldwide with convenient access to high-quality goods at competitive prices.

Lumi Shanghai

Series A in 2012
Shanghai Lumi Information Technology Limited Company (Lumi胶原蛋白/禄美) is dedicated to research and development of beauty and health series products. Lumi is mainly engaged in the R&D, brand building, and market promotion of brand cosmetology and health products, and it is a matchless brand of collagen protein in the domestic industry. Lumi owns its market by new marketing modes, which now possesses a self-constructed call center with over a 100people and plans to extend the number to more than 200 people within the year.

SteelSeries

Venture Round in 2012
SteelSeries is a prominent manufacturer of high-performance gaming peripherals, catering to both professional gamers and enthusiasts. Established by two individuals who identified the demand for superior gaming gear, the company has evolved into a global leader in the gaming industry. Its extensive product lineup includes headsets, mice, keyboards, mousepads, consoles, controllers, and various accessories, all designed to enhance the competitive edge of gamers. SteelSeries emphasizes innovation through collaboration with a network of technology partners, game publishers, and gaming communities, ensuring that products meet the actual needs of users. The company actively engages with professional gamers to gather feedback, which informs their product development process. Additionally, SteelSeries is committed to reinvesting a significant portion of its revenue back into the gaming community, supporting tournaments and competitions to foster industry growth. This focus on community engagement and product functionality distinguishes SteelSeries within the gaming market.

Yiyao

Angel Round in 2010
Yiyao is also knwon as 111.com.cn. Yiyao is an online drug superstore where patients can buy over-the-counter medications, traditional Chinese remedies, and a variety of other health products including everything from sex toys to diet pills. 111.com.cn operates as an online portal for selling pharmaceutical products.
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