SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Michael Aberman

Partner

Lindsay Atkenson

Analyst

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Po Bronson

General Partner

Stephen Chambers

Partner

Navin Danapal

SEA Director

Hiruy Ephrem

Analyst

Sheng Ge

Partner, Investments Operations

Weichang Ge

Analyst

TR Harrington

Partner

Bill Liao

General Partner

Ching-Ping Lin

Partner

Stephen McCann

CFO and General Partner

Carthach McCarthy

CFO

Yuan-Ting Meng

Analyst

Paul Monaghan

Principal

Eric Ramsay

Analyst

Pae Wu

General Partner

Sabriya Stukes Ph.D

Partner

Past deals in Malaysia

SmartBite

Convertible Note in 2022
SmartBite is the most convenient and affordable food delivery service for offices. We use innovative technology to offer fast, easy and personalized solutions to cater to the needs of employees and corporates. We offer several products from single order to group order to catering services to our customers. Technology and data are important for SmartBite to optimize logistics and smart recommendation to provide an excellent customer experience.

Tourplus

Seed Round in 2020
Tourplus Technology Sdn Bhd is an online travel marketplace based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, that connects travelers with local guides across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of services including airport transfers, day tours, multi-day tours, and ticket bookings for attractions, all accessible through its website and mobile application. Tourplus enables travelers to communicate directly with local experts, allowing for customized itineraries tailored to individual preferences. Additionally, the platform provides opportunities for local guides to earn income by offering unique tours and using their own transportation to assist travelers. Through its services, Tourplus aims to enhance the travel experience by facilitating connections between visitors and local culture.

Kravve.co

Seed Round in 2020
Kravve Enterprise operates Kravve.co, an online marketplace, which enables people to sell or buy homemade food. It offers products in the categories of cookies, snacks, and candies; spreads, jams, and honey; nutritional remedies; noodles and grains; condiments, spices, and bakes; breakfast, bread, and bakery; milk, dairy, and cheese; soups and beverages; deli meats; and frozen food. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Kravve.co

Seed Round in 2019
Kravve Enterprise operates Kravve.co, an online marketplace, which enables people to sell or buy homemade food. It offers products in the categories of cookies, snacks, and candies; spreads, jams, and honey; nutritional remedies; noodles and grains; condiments, spices, and bakes; breakfast, bread, and bakery; milk, dairy, and cheese; soups and beverages; deli meats; and frozen food. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Kravve.co

Convertible Note in 2019
Kravve Enterprise operates Kravve.co, an online marketplace, which enables people to sell or buy homemade food. It offers products in the categories of cookies, snacks, and candies; spreads, jams, and honey; nutritional remedies; noodles and grains; condiments, spices, and bakes; breakfast, bread, and bakery; milk, dairy, and cheese; soups and beverages; deli meats; and frozen food. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

HomeCrowd

Seed Round in 2019
HomeCrowd Sdn Bhd is a fintech company based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, that operates a peer-to-peer lending platform focused on mortgage and debt consolidation loans. Established in 2017, HomeCrowd aims to assist underserved millennials by providing access to alternative consumer lending through a data-driven credit scoring system. The platform streamlines the mortgage application process by utilizing digital technology, ensuring a smooth customer experience while enhancing the privacy and security of personal data. Investors can participate by funding fractional mortgages using stablecoins, which offers them fixed, safe returns with a social impact, ultimately helping homeowners secure affordable financing.

Tourplus

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Tourplus Technology Sdn Bhd is an online travel marketplace based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, that connects travelers with local guides across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of services including airport transfers, day tours, multi-day tours, and ticket bookings for attractions, all accessible through its website and mobile application. Tourplus enables travelers to communicate directly with local experts, allowing for customized itineraries tailored to individual preferences. Additionally, the platform provides opportunities for local guides to earn income by offering unique tours and using their own transportation to assist travelers. Through its services, Tourplus aims to enhance the travel experience by facilitating connections between visitors and local culture.

Web2ship.com

Seed Round in 2019
Web2ship Services Sdn Bhd operates an online platform designed to streamline shipping solutions for e-commerce businesses in Southeast Asia. Founded in 2007 and based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, the platform allows users to import sales orders from various online marketplaces, compare shipping rates, and book services with a range of couriers. It also provides functionalities for generating shipping labels and tracking shipments. By facilitating access to competitive shipping options and reducing the time spent at courier centers, Web2ship aims to support local entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses globally through a cost-effective and efficient shipping service tailored for the e-commerce sector.

Web2ship.com

Seed Round in 2019
Web2ship Services Sdn Bhd operates an online platform designed to streamline shipping solutions for e-commerce businesses in Southeast Asia. Founded in 2007 and based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, the platform allows users to import sales orders from various online marketplaces, compare shipping rates, and book services with a range of couriers. It also provides functionalities for generating shipping labels and tracking shipments. By facilitating access to competitive shipping options and reducing the time spent at courier centers, Web2ship aims to support local entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses globally through a cost-effective and efficient shipping service tailored for the e-commerce sector.

BEAMSTART

Seed Round in 2018
BEAM PTE LTD is a company that develops a mobile application designed to enhance business connectivity, providing news and event information for entrepreneurs, investors, journalists, and developers. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Singapore, the company operates in Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan. It functions as a global business social networking platform and digital accelerator, facilitating connections among users to access clients, capital, and career opportunities.

Piktochart

Pre Seed Round in 2011
Piktochart Sdn Bhd, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Penang, Malaysia, specializes in developing a web application that empowers users to create infographics, presentations, and various visual graphics without requiring extensive design skills. The platform caters to non-designers by providing templates and an intuitive interface, enabling them to produce professional-grade content such as infographics, flyers, and posters. A notable feature of Piktochart is its HTML publishing capability, which allows users to generate interactive infographics with clickable elements without needing to hire a developer. This functionality enhances user engagement and simplifies the process of sharing information visually. Since its launch in March 2012, Piktochart has gained popularity among individuals and organizations looking to improve their visual communication strategies.
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