GMO VenturePartners

GMO Venture Partners, established in 2005 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is the corporate venture capital arm of GMO Internet Group. It focuses on early and growth stage investments in sectors such as e-commerce, fintech, financial services, ad-tech, and enterprise SaaS. The firm has a significant presence in various regions, including Japan, China, Vietnam, Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, and the United States. Over the years, GMO Venture Partners has invested in more than 50 startups, with eight of these companies successfully going public.

Shintaro Kawano

Investment Manager

Kazuyasu Sugiyama

Rep. Director

Past deals in Philippines

Dragonpay

Series A in 2014
Dragonpay Corporation is an online payment solution provider based in Makati City, Philippines, that facilitates e-commerce transactions without relying on traditional credit cards. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on offering alternative payment channels, including banks, mobile payments, ATMs, and brick-and-mortar payment centers. Dragonpay allows merchants and developers to simplify online payments by providing various methods, such as e-wallets, online banking, and over-the-counter payment options. Its services include recurring payments and a Mass Payout feature, which enables businesses to make simultaneous payments to multiple recipients. By leveraging the Philippine bank network and non-traditional outlets, Dragonpay aims to enhance security and convenience in online transactions for a broad market.
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