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 Entertainment

Zebra Labs

Convertible Note in 2021
Operator of digital entertainment platform intended to bring virtual avatars of performing artists. The company's platform provides a new dimension to digital entertainment by creating celebrity avatars and bringing artists and celebrities to the metaverse, enabling celebrities to launch, manage, and monetize their digital avatars across media formats like VR and video game platforms.

ARO Entertainment

Convertible Note in 2021
Provider of celebrity retail and brand management services. The company helps manage celebrities DTC brands by providing market positioning and brand strategy services, product design and development, supply chain logistics, and operations management.

ARO Entertainment

Seed Round in 2021
Provider of celebrity retail and brand management services. The company helps manage celebrities DTC brands by providing market positioning and brand strategy services, product design and development, supply chain logistics, and operations management.

Assemble

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2020, Be-Great's mission is to showcase unique stories and career paths – exposing audiences to increasingly diverse set of options. Step into the music industry with Cortez Bryant, laugh and learn with Tiffany Haddish, brush up on the Beauty industry with Sir John, improve your styling techniques with Law Roach. Courses will focus on industries and everyday professionals covering business, entertainment, arts, sciences, design, lifestyle, community, government, writing and music.

Assemble

Convertible Note in 2020
Founded in 2020, Be-Great's mission is to showcase unique stories and career paths – exposing audiences to increasingly diverse set of options. Step into the music industry with Cortez Bryant, laugh and learn with Tiffany Haddish, brush up on the Beauty industry with Sir John, improve your styling techniques with Law Roach. Courses will focus on industries and everyday professionals covering business, entertainment, arts, sciences, design, lifestyle, community, government, writing and music.

247tickets

Convertible Note in 2020
247tickets is an online ticket purchasing platform that caters to expats and visitors in China and Southeast Asia. Based in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing, it offers a wide range of tickets for events, movies, experiences, and trips. The platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to book tickets through its mobile and desktop website, a WeChat concierge service, or through partners like TimeOut China and City Weekend Shanghai. With a focus on entertainment and experiences, 247tickets has facilitated ticket sales for numerous plays, sports events, musicals, and tours. The company also made a strategic acquisition in 2017 by purchasing Travelers Society to enhance its offerings in the growing inbound and outbound tourism markets in China.

Sanskriti

Seed Round in 2019
Playtoome is a live entertainment platform that provides audiences with the opportunity to experience live concert performances across various genres, including music, dance, drama, and poetry. The platform focuses on live video streaming, allowing fans to engage with their favorite artists in real time while enjoying performances from the comfort of their homes. This interactive experience enables fans to share their views and comments during the shows, fostering a sense of community. Additionally, Playtoome offers artists a way to expand their fan base and generate income while performing, making live entertainment more accessible and affordable for audiences.

eFanswer

Seed Round in 2019
eFanswer LTD operates an online platform that facilitates interaction between fans and celebrities. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the platform allows users to ask questions to their favorite idols, discover intriguing insights, and compile their inquiries into a unique e-book. Through this crowd writing approach, celebrities can share their life stories and experiences via text, audio, and video content, enhancing their connection with fans. The service empowers users to engage with their idols in a meaningful way, creating memorable records of their interactions while enabling celebrities to reach a broader audience across various social platforms.

ENTR

Seed Round in 2019
ENTR operates a curated marketplace focused on health and wellness, connecting consumers with premium products from leading global brands. Founded by Chelsea Hawk in 2019, the company is based in New York and Charlotte. ENTR aims to help individuals discover nutrient-dense ingredients and holistic health products that can enhance their diets. In addition to offering a variety of health-focused items, the platform provides information about product contents, supporting customers in making informed dietary choices. By promoting a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle, ENTR seeks to empower users to maintain balance in their lives through the integration of wellness into their daily routines.

escapex

Funding Round in 2018
Escapex is an internet company that creates personal owned platforms (POPs) for celebrities and influencers it helps its clients to increase their online presence. Escapex offers an alternative to legacy social media platforms where those with a large following can establish a unique brand for free and begin generating revenue through advertisements, subscriptions, and in-app purchases.

247tickets

Seed Round in 2018
247tickets is an online ticket purchasing platform that caters to expats and visitors in China and Southeast Asia. Based in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing, it offers a wide range of tickets for events, movies, experiences, and trips. The platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to book tickets through its mobile and desktop website, a WeChat concierge service, or through partners like TimeOut China and City Weekend Shanghai. With a focus on entertainment and experiences, 247tickets has facilitated ticket sales for numerous plays, sports events, musicals, and tours. The company also made a strategic acquisition in 2017 by purchasing Travelers Society to enhance its offerings in the growing inbound and outbound tourism markets in China.

247tickets

Convertible Note in 2017
247tickets is an online ticket purchasing platform that caters to expats and visitors in China and Southeast Asia. Based in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing, it offers a wide range of tickets for events, movies, experiences, and trips. The platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to book tickets through its mobile and desktop website, a WeChat concierge service, or through partners like TimeOut China and City Weekend Shanghai. With a focus on entertainment and experiences, 247tickets has facilitated ticket sales for numerous plays, sports events, musicals, and tours. The company also made a strategic acquisition in 2017 by purchasing Travelers Society to enhance its offerings in the growing inbound and outbound tourism markets in China.

eFanswer

Seed Round in 2017
eFanswer LTD operates an online platform that facilitates interaction between fans and celebrities. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the platform allows users to ask questions to their favorite idols, discover intriguing insights, and compile their inquiries into a unique e-book. Through this crowd writing approach, celebrities can share their life stories and experiences via text, audio, and video content, enhancing their connection with fans. The service empowers users to engage with their idols in a meaningful way, creating memorable records of their interactions while enabling celebrities to reach a broader audience across various social platforms.

Cinemood

Seed Round in 2016
Cinemood, a brand of Multikubik Ltd., specializes in designing and developing portable mini cinema projectors aimed at children. These cloud-connected devices enable users to watch movies, cartoons, audio stories, and digital books on a large screen, making them suitable for home use, travel, outdoor movie nights, and celebrations. Additionally, the projectors support the creation of bedtime rituals, enhancing the user experience. Founded in 2014, the company operates from its headquarters in Moscow, with a significant presence in San Francisco. Cinemood's products are available for purchase online and have reached customers in 150 countries, contributing to the company’s annual revenue of approximately $10 million.

247tickets

Seed Round in 2016
247tickets is an online ticket purchasing platform that caters to expats and visitors in China and Southeast Asia. Based in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing, it offers a wide range of tickets for events, movies, experiences, and trips. The platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to book tickets through its mobile and desktop website, a WeChat concierge service, or through partners like TimeOut China and City Weekend Shanghai. With a focus on entertainment and experiences, 247tickets has facilitated ticket sales for numerous plays, sports events, musicals, and tours. The company also made a strategic acquisition in 2017 by purchasing Travelers Society to enhance its offerings in the growing inbound and outbound tourism markets in China.

Olifun

Seed Round in 2014
Olifun Limited is a Shanghai-based company that has developed a location-based mobile application designed to assist users in discovering happy hour specials and interesting nightlife venues. Launched in 2014, the application offers personalized recommendations from local experts and facilitates social interactions by helping users connect with friends. It is accessible through a WeChat public account as well as the Apple App Store, catering to a diverse audience seeking engaging activities during evenings.
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