Goodwater Capital

Goodwater Capital, established in 2014 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, is a venture capital firm dedicated to empowering exceptional entrepreneurs globally. They focus on early-stage investments in consumer technology companies, aiming to solve pressing problems and transform the global economy. Their mission is to measurably improve billions of lives by supporting entrepreneurs who are building products and platforms that consumers love.

Chi-Hua Chien

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Daryl Hansen

Investor

Sophie Hoffman

Investor

Coddy Johnson

Partner

Hatim Khety

Partner

Eric J. Kim

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Danielle Kling

Operating Partner

Adam Levinson

Vice President of Investing Platform

Yao Li

Principal

Jin Suk Oh

Partner

Barrett Parkman

Vice President, Portfolio Services

Scott Shiao

Principal, Investment Team

Vivek Subramanian

Chief Product Officer and Partner

Nathan Tien

Principal

Past deals in ASEAN

Poko

Seed Round in 2023
Poko is a technology company that specializes in facilitating payment solutions for the web3 ecosystem, focusing on games, creators, and merchants. Its platform provides a software development kit (SDK) that allows web3 builders to integrate fiat-to-crypto onramping using over 100 local payment methods. This solution significantly lowers onramping costs by up to 70% and enhances transaction success rates by as much as five times through intelligent routing and a streamlined integration process. Additionally, Poko offers a Direct Checkout solution that simplifies purchasing from smart contracts, resulting in a 79% increase in user conversion. With a team that includes experienced professionals from prominent financial institutions and blockchain initiatives, Poko aims to enable seamless engagement with web3 technologies while ensuring that users can transact using their preferred payment methods.

Tentang Anak

Seed Round in 2023
Tentang Anak is Indonesia's fastest growing parenting tech company focused on creating a comprehensive child development ecosystem. The company integrates the expertise of the nation's leading pediatric and early childhood development practitioners to offer a platform that includes activities, growth trackers, free consultations, and nutritional menus. This platform empowers parents to select science-backed products and services that support the physical and mental development of their children. By combining innovative technology with expert knowledge, Tentang Anak aims to enhance parenting experiences and foster healthy growth in children.

Docosan

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Docosan is a tech startup focused on enhancing access to quality healthcare in Vietnam. Its digital marketplace allows patients to compare healthcare providers across various specialties, schedule appointments online at any time, communicate with primary care assistants, and manage their health data without cost. The platform benefits providers by offering tools to manage patients and expand their client base. Docosan's services are designed to improve access to primary healthcare, coordinate care effectively, and generate valuable public health data. The platform adheres to HIPAA compliance standards and employs internationally-recognized protocols such as HL7 FHIR and DICOM to ensure the portability of health records across different electronic health record systems. Docosan is committed to improving healthcare outcomes for the Vietnamese population.

InvestEd Philippines

Venture Round in 2022
InvestEd Philippines offers sustainable student loans to low-income and underserved youth, facilitating access to higher education and upskilling opportunities. The firm leverages a proprietary Risk Engine to assess and mitigate risks in the lending process, enabling unbanked individuals to secure education financing. InvestEd collaborates with employers, impact funds, and foundations to manage specialized education loan funds, allowing investors to achieve both social impact and financial returns. Its diverse suite of financial products addresses lifelong learning needs, encompassing both traditional and non-traditional educational paths, thereby supporting the educational aspirations of marginalized groups.

HomeSyte

Venture Round in 2022
HomeSyte is a real estate portal based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, founded in 2021. The company aims to streamline the property-finding process for home buyers, renters, and sellers. Its platform offers a user-friendly interface that allows individuals to sort their housing requirements into categories, facilitating the search for suitable properties. Additionally, HomeSyte provides resources for users to connect with real estate agents and compare property prices within the city. By offering these tools, HomeSyte empowers home seekers to make informed investment decisions in the real estate market.

Marathon Education

Seed Round in 2022
Marathon Education is an ed-tech company established in 2021 by Tung Tran and Duc Pham in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The firm aims to transform the after-school tutoring landscape through its innovative software platform. This platform utilizes analytics and technology to identify students' weaknesses and recommend tailored lessons to enhance their learning experience. Additionally, Marathon Education is developing a network that connects tutors with students nationwide, facilitating a focus on academic improvement through online education.

Quest

Venture Round in 2022
When you need to hire someone to help you - Quest finds them for you! Quest is a platform where Gen Zs can access to earning opportunities by monetising their skills and time to solve everyday problems. We're on a mission to democratise earning opportunities for all and reimagine the way we work. In this post-covid world, our vision is to provide the next million jobs through peer-to-peer transactions. With over 40,000 heroes and 15,000 quests posted, you can #HireAHero for pretty much anything, very quickly. Quest is a venture-backed start-up supported by the National Youth Council, SMU's Business Innovations Generator (BIG) by IIE, Enterprise Singapore, SG United, and global early-stage VC Antler. Since the soft launch in mid-June, the Quest - Hire a Hero app has garnered more than 40,000 heroes and reached #1 on the Lifestyle category in the Apps Stores and #5 overall. We have never left the charts since.

PT Kini Teknologi Indonesia

Seed Round in 2022
PT Kini Teknologi Indonesia operates a human resources technology platform aimed at enhancing the experience of employees within Indonesian businesses. The company focuses on empowering and engaging the workforce by enabling access to on-demand pay, which allows employees to access their earnings to address urgent financial needs. This innovative approach not only supports employees but also assists employers in providing essential salary facilities, fostering a more supportive work environment. By facilitating these financial solutions, PT Kini Teknologi Indonesia aims to create a positive impact on employee well-being and organizational productivity.

Ituloh!

Venture Round in 2022
​Ituloh is an Indonesia-based technology company that operates a community-driven video commerce platform. It offers services such as influencer marketing, community engagement, affiliate marketing, event management, and live shopping. The platform connects brands with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) across various lifestyle communities to facilitate product discovery and purchasing.​

Kitalulus

Series A in 2022
KitaLulus is a Jakarta-based company that provides a professional networking and job search platform aimed at enhancing individual employment opportunities and overall community welfare. Founded in 2021, the company enables users to access a variety of online courses designed to prepare them for government and professional exams, while also facilitating connections with industry-relevant communities based on educational and professional backgrounds. Its platform allows members to browse available job listings and directly communicate with potential employers through WhatsApp, streamlining the job application process and fostering professional development.

Finku

Seed Round in 2022
Finku is a financial application based in Jakarta, Indonesia, founded in 2021. The company provides a personal finance platform aimed at helping Indonesian consumers improve their financial management skills. Finku's mission is to eliminate financial illiteracy in Indonesia, enabling users to navigate the financial ecosystem effectively and make informed financial decisions. The platform offers various tools, including an automatic financial logger, personalized monthly budgeting, and recurring billing reminders, all designed to assist users in achieving their financial goals and managing their finances in a streamlined manner.

Poko

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Poko is a technology company that specializes in facilitating payment solutions for the web3 ecosystem, focusing on games, creators, and merchants. Its platform provides a software development kit (SDK) that allows web3 builders to integrate fiat-to-crypto onramping using over 100 local payment methods. This solution significantly lowers onramping costs by up to 70% and enhances transaction success rates by as much as five times through intelligent routing and a streamlined integration process. Additionally, Poko offers a Direct Checkout solution that simplifies purchasing from smart contracts, resulting in a 79% increase in user conversion. With a team that includes experienced professionals from prominent financial institutions and blockchain initiatives, Poko aims to enable seamless engagement with web3 technologies while ensuring that users can transact using their preferred payment methods.

Poko

Venture Round in 2022
Poko is a technology company that specializes in facilitating payment solutions for the web3 ecosystem, focusing on games, creators, and merchants. Its platform provides a software development kit (SDK) that allows web3 builders to integrate fiat-to-crypto onramping using over 100 local payment methods. This solution significantly lowers onramping costs by up to 70% and enhances transaction success rates by as much as five times through intelligent routing and a streamlined integration process. Additionally, Poko offers a Direct Checkout solution that simplifies purchasing from smart contracts, resulting in a 79% increase in user conversion. With a team that includes experienced professionals from prominent financial institutions and blockchain initiatives, Poko aims to enable seamless engagement with web3 technologies while ensuring that users can transact using their preferred payment methods.

Fit Hub Indonesia

Seed Round in 2022
Fit Hub Indonesia is a health & wellness startup in Indonesia.

Bipi

Venture Round in 2022
Bipi is a mobile point-of-sale application based in Jakarta, Indonesia, founded in 2021. It provides corner store owners with tools to streamline their operations by allowing them to scan barcodes for quick access to product information and pricing. The platform facilitates the management of sales, cash flow, and inventory, enabling users to log transactions efficiently. Additionally, Bipi offers features such as cashback, vouchers, and discounts, enhancing customer engagement through brand promotions. By digitalizing corner store operations, Bipi aims to simplify business management for its clients, making it easier for them to track and optimize their sales and inventory through their mobile devices.

Sirka

Seed Round in 2022
Sirka is Indonesia's first metabolic clinic, specializing in healthcare innovation with a focus on obesity and metabolic health. The company adopts a tech-enabled, holistic approach to managing weight and chronic diseases, addressing the root causes of these issues. Sirka offers personalized programs that encompass weight management, digestive health, diabetes care, and chronic disease management. Through expert medical care and customized nutrition plans, the clinic tailors its services to meet individual needs while providing continuous monitoring to ensure effective support for long-term success. Additionally, Sirka's application connects users with dietitians for meal plan recommendations, facilitating goal setting related to diet and health conditions. This comprehensive approach empowers Indonesians to lead healthier lives with improved weight management and better control over chronic diseases.

ASTRO

Series A in 2022
Astro Indonesia is a quick commerce start-up that specializes in on-demand grocery delivery. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, seafood, medicines, stationery, and snacks, allowing consumers to purchase essential items conveniently. By focusing on delivering groceries within a specified timeframe, Astro aims to provide an affordable and efficient shopping experience for its customers.

Momo

Series E in 2021
Momo is a FinTech startup that provides a mobile electronic wallet and payment application for iOS and Android devices, primarily serving customers in Vietnam. The platform facilitates nationwide cash transfers, bill payments for over 100 types of services, mobile phone recharges, and personal loan settlements. Additionally, Momo enables users to purchase various services, including software licenses, online gaming cards, and tickets for airlines and movies. The company collaborates with 24 domestic banks and international payment networks, ensuring secure and efficient financial transactions for its users. Momo aims to simplify the payment experience, making it effortless and safe for individuals to manage their financial activities.

ASTRO

Seed Round in 2021
Astro Indonesia is a quick commerce start-up that specializes in on-demand grocery delivery. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, seafood, medicines, stationery, and snacks, allowing consumers to purchase essential items conveniently. By focusing on delivering groceries within a specified timeframe, Astro aims to provide an affordable and efficient shopping experience for its customers.

Sirka

Seed Round in 2021
Sirka is Indonesia's first metabolic clinic, specializing in healthcare innovation with a focus on obesity and metabolic health. The company adopts a tech-enabled, holistic approach to managing weight and chronic diseases, addressing the root causes of these issues. Sirka offers personalized programs that encompass weight management, digestive health, diabetes care, and chronic disease management. Through expert medical care and customized nutrition plans, the clinic tailors its services to meet individual needs while providing continuous monitoring to ensure effective support for long-term success. Additionally, Sirka's application connects users with dietitians for meal plan recommendations, facilitating goal setting related to diet and health conditions. This comprehensive approach empowers Indonesians to lead healthier lives with improved weight management and better control over chronic diseases.

Ituloh!

Pre Seed Round in 2021
​Ituloh is an Indonesia-based technology company that operates a community-driven video commerce platform. It offers services such as influencer marketing, community engagement, affiliate marketing, event management, and live shopping. The platform connects brands with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) across various lifestyle communities to facilitate product discovery and purchasing.​

BukuWarung

Series A in 2021
BukuWarung is a technology company focused on providing digital infrastructure for Indonesia's 60 million micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The company offers a platform that enables users to efficiently manage their businesses through features such as digital bookkeeping, online storefronts, and payment processing. By facilitating the recording of daily financial transactions, including sales and customer accounts, BukuWarung helps small businesses maintain accurate sales records, issue bills via messaging applications, and generate daily business reports. The platform aims to empower MSMEs by enhancing their financial awareness and enabling effective business management through technology.

Momo

Series D in 2021
Momo is a FinTech startup that provides a mobile electronic wallet and payment application for iOS and Android devices, primarily serving customers in Vietnam. The platform facilitates nationwide cash transfers, bill payments for over 100 types of services, mobile phone recharges, and personal loan settlements. Additionally, Momo enables users to purchase various services, including software licenses, online gaming cards, and tickets for airlines and movies. The company collaborates with 24 domestic banks and international payment networks, ensuring secure and efficient financial transactions for its users. Momo aims to simplify the payment experience, making it effortless and safe for individuals to manage their financial activities.
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