International Finance Corporation

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a member of The World Bank Group that focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries through private sector investment. It provides a range of financial services, including loans, equity investments, quasi-equity products, and advisory services aimed at supporting startups and various stages of company development. IFC invests in sectors such as agribusiness, financial services, health, education, infrastructure, global manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, and tourism, with a particular emphasis on projects that promote food security, digital finance, and affordable healthcare. The organization targets investments ranging from $1 million to $100 million, often seeking minority stakes but may also take a majority position in its portfolio companies. IFC aims to create jobs, generate tax revenues, and enhance corporate governance in emerging markets, thus contributing positively to local communities. Established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., IFC operates globally with offices across various regions, focusing its efforts on financing projects that align with its mission of improving lives in developing countries.

Hyung K. Ahn

Principal Investment Officer

Irene Arias

Global Director of Financial Institutions Group and Director of Latin America and the Caribbean

Georgina Baker

Vice President, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Europe and Central Asia

Paulo de Bolle

Global Director

Peter Joseph Cashion

Head of Climate Finance FIG and CIO

Andrea Engel

Senior Country Officer, Principal Country Officer and Principal Country Manager

Rapti Goonesekere

Principal Economist

Christian Grossmann

Director for Climate Change

Mandeep Julka

Associate Investment Officer

Rana Karadsheh

Principal Investment Officer and Country Manager

Kyle Kelhofer

Country Manager for Vietnam

Alzbeta Klein

Global Industries Director and Director of Climate Business

Galina Vsevolodovna Klimenko

Principal Investment Officer of Financial Markets

Toshitake Kurosawa

Director

André Laude

CIO of Climate Finance

Mouayed Makhlouf

Regional Director of Middle East and North Africa

Paolo M. Martelli

Regional Industry Director of Latin America and the Caribbean

Atul Mehta

Senior Director of Telecom, Media and Tech, Venture Investing and Funds

Vivek Pathak

Director of East Asia and Pacific

Mary Porter Peshka

Director of Cross-cutting Advisory Services

Tomasz Telma

Senior Director of Manufacturing, Agri. and Services

Mary Beth Ward

Principal Syndications Officer and Team Leader

Tracy Washington

Principal Investment Officer for Global PE Funds and Regional and Sectoral Lead of SME Ventures Program

Al Murshed, Walid

Principal Country Officer

Past deals in ASEAN

Roojai

Series B in 2023
Roojai Company Limited is a digital insurance platform based in Chonburi, Thailand, established in 2014. It specializes in providing non-life insurance brokerage services, primarily focusing on online car insurance. Roojai offers two main insurance products: car insurance in partnership with Krungthai Panich Insurance and big bike insurance for engines over 400cc through collaboration with LMG. The platform enhances the insurance experience by leveraging technology to streamline processes, allowing customers to quickly obtain personalized quotes, customize their coverage, and file claims digitally. Additionally, the Roojai Mobile App facilitates emergency assistance and simplifies the claims process, contributing to a more transparent and cost-effective insurance experience for drivers.

Kitabisa.com

Venture Round in 2022
Kitabisa.com is an online crowdfunding platform for social and personal medical causes. Since 2013, Kitabisa facilitates over $40 million donations from millions of donors across Indonesia.

Voyager Innovations

Convertible Note in 2022
Voyager Innovations, Inc. designs, develops, and delivers digital solutions for information technology consulting services, digital commerce, digital payments, and new business streams and models. It provides platforms for digital customer engagement, marketing solutions, and digital financial services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Mandaluyong City, Philippines. Voyager Innovations, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Smart Communications, Inc.

Sayurbox

Series C in 2022
SayurBox, PT operates a platform that allows customers to buy pesticide-free vegetables through farm-to-table concept. Its platform allows users to choose organic, hydroponic, pesticide-free, and chemical-free produce in various categories, such as vegetables, fruits, grains, herbs and seasonings, protein food, and ready to consume; click-to-harvest on the produce and adjust quantity; and select delivery date. The company sources and delivers the produce directly from local farmers to customers in DKI Jakarta and South Tangerang areas. SayurBox, PT was founded in 2016 and is based in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia.

AwanTunai

Series A in 2022
AwanTunai is a fintech company based in Jakarta Timur, Indonesia, established in 2017. It focuses on transforming the banking landscape for micro merchants by providing them with access to mobile-based loans for working capital. Through its innovative mobile application, AwanTunai digitizes the traditional fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) supply chain, enabling online inventory ordering and facilitating digital payments for small and medium enterprises. The platform also connects borrowers with lenders, allowing Indonesian banks and multi-finance companies to offer affordable financing solutions. By supporting the financial needs of micro merchants and enhancing government initiatives, AwanTunai aims to improve the welfare of Indonesians who previously lacked access to conventional banking products.

GrowSari

Series C in 2022
Operator of a B2B e-commerce marketplace intended to help shop owners digitally procure goods for their stores by eliminating middlemen. The company's marketplace uses technology to connect stores directly to the companies and facilitates owners to add new types of products to sell including mobile top-ups, remittances, and banking services, enabling stores or small neighborhood retail shop owners to save costs and understand market trends.

Evermos

Series B in 2021
Evermos is a social commerce startup that connects resellers-to-brands to consumers via platform to sell everyday Muslim products in Indonesia. Founded in November 2018, by utilizing the reseller program, Evermos incentivizes individuals to share the provided products on their messaging application or social media. Allowing the reseller to own a business or online store without requiring operating capital and complex e-commerce system. Evermos focuses on bringing the everyday needs for every Moslem, by providing halal products in various verticals, including fashion, food, cosmetics, home appliances, and business opportunities that comply with Sharia laws.

Voyager Innovations

Private Equity Round in 2021
Voyager Innovations, Inc. designs, develops, and delivers digital solutions for information technology consulting services, digital commerce, digital payments, and new business streams and models. It provides platforms for digital customer engagement, marketing solutions, and digital financial services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Mandaluyong City, Philippines. Voyager Innovations, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Smart Communications, Inc.

GrowSari

Series B in 2021
Operator of a B2B e-commerce marketplace intended to help shop owners digitally procure goods for their stores by eliminating middlemen. The company's marketplace uses technology to connect stores directly to the companies and facilitates owners to add new types of products to sell including mobile top-ups, remittances, and banking services, enabling stores or small neighborhood retail shop owners to save costs and understand market trends.

MiCare

Secondary Market in 2021
MiCare is a Third Party Administrator (TPA) that builds the connectivity applications and infrastructure for the exchange of transaction information, linking up key players in the healthcare sector such as doctors, patients, government organizations, corporates & insurers to bring about a seamless and efficient management of healthcare services.

Cebu Pacific

Post in 2021
Cebu Pacific (CEB), the low fare leader in the Philippines entered the market on March 1996 and pioneered the “low fare, great value” strategy in the local aviation industry. It has since then flown 70 million passengers and counting.

PasarPolis

Private Equity Round in 2021
PasarPolis is the leading Insuretech company in Southeast Asia and the only company jointly invested by three Unicorns in Indonesia, Go-Jek, Tokopedia, and Traveloka working to enable consumers to be protected. Offers customised tailor made insurance products via B2B strategic partnerships and direct to consumers. Products extend beyond traditional insurance to address consumer needs across multiple tech ecosystem. Leverages cutting-edge technology to redefine insurance.

MiCare

Private Equity Round in 2020
MiCare is a Third Party Administrator (TPA) that builds the connectivity applications and infrastructure for the exchange of transaction information, linking up key players in the healthcare sector such as doctors, patients, government organizations, corporates & insurers to bring about a seamless and efficient management of healthcare services.

Collectius

Private Equity Round in 2020
Collectius Group is a multinational credit management service and asset management company with operations in the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, with nearly two decades of experience in credit management service and purchase of non-performing loan (NPLs) portfolios of distressed consumer debt. Collectius is funded through its Swiss holding company in Zug, and its largest financier is Stena, which is a Swedish shipping company conglomerate.

VPBank

Debt Financing in 2020
As one of the earliest-established Joint-stock Commercial banks in Vietnam, VPBank has achieved steady development throughout its history. Especially since 2010, VPBank has grown dramatically with the development and implementation of the strategic transformation program diligently with support from one of the world’s leading consulting companies.

Olam

Debt Financing in 2020
Olam SVI is a food & beverages company that provides onion, garlic, spices, herbs, tomatoes, and capsicums.

Yoma Bank

Funding Round in 2020
Yoma Bank Limited offers banking products and services. The company was founded in 1993 and is based in Yangon, Myanmar.

Voyager Innovations

Private Equity Round in 2020
Voyager Innovations, Inc. designs, develops, and delivers digital solutions for information technology consulting services, digital commerce, digital payments, and new business streams and models. It provides platforms for digital customer engagement, marketing solutions, and digital financial services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Mandaluyong City, Philippines. Voyager Innovations, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Smart Communications, Inc.

Incomlend

Venture Round in 2019
Incomlend Pte. Ltd operates a lending platform that connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with private investors to facilitate financing through the sale of account receivables at a discount. Founded in 2016 and based in Singapore, Incomlend serves importers, exporters, investors, and lenders by offering alternative trade finance solutions, including factoring and supply chain finance. The platform allows businesses to optimize their working capital by accessing a pool of institutional investors and enables live trading of invoices in multiple currencies and countries. Once a company submits an invoice finance application, it can receive funding within 48 hours. To mitigate risks, all transactions on the platform are protected by credit insurance, ensuring that sellers are safeguarded against payment issues while providing investors with a secured return through invoice discounts. Incomlend's proprietary technology supports risk underwriting, fund matching, and transaction processing, enhancing efficiency in trade finance.
Principal Capital Public Company Limited (PRINC) operates property for rent in the CBD area, as well as offers full-service office building management services.

2C2P

Series E in 2019
2C2P Pte. Ltd. is a global payments platform headquartered in Bangkok and Singapore, specializing in payment processing solutions. The company offers its services under the brand names 123, easyBills, and Qwik, enabling businesses to securely accept payments across online, mobile, and in-store channels. With operations spanning Southeast Asia, North Asia, Europe, and the United States, 2C2P has become the preferred payment platform provider for regional airlines, travel companies, and global retailers. Through its innovative solutions, the company aims to facilitate seamless transactions for a diverse range of businesses.

Moglix

Series D in 2019
Moglix is an e-commerce platform for industrial tools and equipment. The company is engaged in marketing industrial supplies, in particular, MRO, Safety, Electrical & Lighting, Cleaning & Laundry Supplies, Office Supplies, Tools and many more industry essentials. The company was started in 2015 by a group of young entrepreneurs with the aim of bringing in revolutionary and exciting solutions to global e-commerce. The team brings in experiences from large global and e-commerce companies like Google, Amazon, and Snapdeal. We derive its strength and pride from its highly passionate team joining from ISB, IIMs, and IITs. Its headquarters is based in Singapore with a location in India.

Sohan Lal Commodity Management

Debt Financing in 2019
Sohan Lal Commodity Management Pvt Ltd, based in New Delhi, India, specializes in agricultural commodity warehouse management and procurement services. Founded in 1971, the company provides a range of offerings, including commodity warehousing, agricultural financing, collateral management, risk mitigation, and analytical services. Its Commodity Market Intelligence division conducts primary and secondary crop surveys and monitors crop cycles. The company also ensures quality testing of agricultural products and offers pest control and disinfestation services for stored grains. In addition, Sohan Lal Commodity Management provides assaying, trade and export services, and skill-building initiatives. Its diverse clientele includes farmers, processors, millers, traders, importers, exporters, commodity exchanges, and government entities, with operations extending across India and into Myanmar.

Orient Commercial Joint Stock Bank

Debt Financing in 2019
Orient Commercial Joint Stock Bank, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, provides a wide range of banking products and services. The bank offers various deposit options, including current and savings accounts, as well as loans for used car purchases and unsecured consumer loans. Its lending portfolio includes short-term, medium-term, and long-term loans, along with import and export letters of credit and credit card services. Additionally, the bank provides comprehensive financial management services, remittance services, and insurance products, including credit security plans and car insurance. With approximately 110 business units and a strategic partnership with Generali Vietnam Life Insurance LLC, Orient Commercial Joint Stock Bank focuses on enhancing customer experience through digital technology and expanding its service offerings. The bank has shown significant growth over the past 15 years and employs over 1,700 staff to cater to its expanding customer base across 18 provinces.

Moglix

Series C in 2019
Moglix is an e-commerce platform for industrial tools and equipment. The company is engaged in marketing industrial supplies, in particular, MRO, Safety, Electrical & Lighting, Cleaning & Laundry Supplies, Office Supplies, Tools and many more industry essentials. The company was started in 2015 by a group of young entrepreneurs with the aim of bringing in revolutionary and exciting solutions to global e-commerce. The team brings in experiences from large global and e-commerce companies like Google, Amazon, and Snapdeal. We derive its strength and pride from its highly passionate team joining from ISB, IIMs, and IITs. Its headquarters is based in Singapore with a location in India.

RedDoorz

Series B in 2019
RedDoorz is an online platform that facilitates budget accommodations across Southeast Asia, catering to both travelers and hoteliers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, the company operates a network of branded budget hotels, providing its partners with tools for distribution, marketing, technology, customer experience, and pricing. This end-to-end platform allows guest house owners and hotel operators to enhance their visibility, reach a broader audience, and streamline their operations. RedDoorz has expanded significantly, employing over 1,000 individuals across five countries and attracting investment from notable backers. The platform focuses on two-star and three-star budget hotels, enabling travelers to discover affordable lodging options in key business and tourist destinations.

Voyager Innovations

Private Equity Round in 2018
Voyager Innovations, Inc. designs, develops, and delivers digital solutions for information technology consulting services, digital commerce, digital payments, and new business streams and models. It provides platforms for digital customer engagement, marketing solutions, and digital financial services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Mandaluyong City, Philippines. Voyager Innovations, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Smart Communications, Inc.

Roojai

Series A in 2018
Roojai Company Limited is a digital insurance platform based in Chonburi, Thailand, established in 2014. It specializes in providing non-life insurance brokerage services, primarily focusing on online car insurance. Roojai offers two main insurance products: car insurance in partnership with Krungthai Panich Insurance and big bike insurance for engines over 400cc through collaboration with LMG. The platform enhances the insurance experience by leveraging technology to streamline processes, allowing customers to quickly obtain personalized quotes, customize their coverage, and file claims digitally. Additionally, the Roojai Mobile App facilitates emergency assistance and simplifies the claims process, contributing to a more transparent and cost-effective insurance experience for drivers.

Oway

Venture Round in 2018
Oway, Inc., a travel agency, offers an online platform to book hotels and flights in Myanmar. It provides a range of travel booking services, including flights, visas, hotels, car rentals, activities, and tours; corporate travel management services; conferences and events; and international study tours. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Yangon, Myanmar.

Yoma Micro Power

Venture Round in 2018
Yoma Micro Power Myanmar Company Limited builds, owns, operates, and maintains solar-based micro-power plants. The company offers mini-grids in off-grid areas generating and distributing electricity to power telecom towers in rural areas and off-grid communities. It also offers on-grid commercial and industrial solar systems. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Yangon, Myanmar.

RedDoorz

Series A in 2018
RedDoorz is an online platform that facilitates budget accommodations across Southeast Asia, catering to both travelers and hoteliers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, the company operates a network of branded budget hotels, providing its partners with tools for distribution, marketing, technology, customer experience, and pricing. This end-to-end platform allows guest house owners and hotel operators to enhance their visibility, reach a broader audience, and streamline their operations. RedDoorz has expanded significantly, employing over 1,000 individuals across five countries and attracting investment from notable backers. The platform focuses on two-star and three-star budget hotels, enabling travelers to discover affordable lodging options in key business and tourist destinations.

Radana Bhaskara Finance

Venture Round in 2018
Radana Bhaskara Finance is a financial services platform focusing more on motorcycle financing activities for both new and used motorcycles, used four-wheeled financing as well as multipurpose financing. The Company is currently headquartered in Jakarta with its branch offices spread across Java and Sumatra. As of November 30, 2015, the number of Branch Offices of the Company amounts to 49 Branch Offices.
An Binh Commercial Joint Stock Bank, a commercial bank, provides consumer and corporate banking services in Vietnam. The company offers consumer banking services, such as term and non-term savings, demand, and accumulated savings deposits; and unsecured consumption, home erection/renovation, secured consumption, business and production, car, home, listed and non-listed securities, overseas study, savings account book/account balance mortgage, and business and production supplementary loans. It provides corporate banking services, including commercial financing, import financing, pre-shipment export financing, SME financing, and co-financing loans; supplementary installment loans for business.

Moglix

Series B in 2017
Moglix is an e-commerce platform for industrial tools and equipment. The company is engaged in marketing industrial supplies, in particular, MRO, Safety, Electrical & Lighting, Cleaning & Laundry Supplies, Office Supplies, Tools and many more industry essentials. The company was started in 2015 by a group of young entrepreneurs with the aim of bringing in revolutionary and exciting solutions to global e-commerce. The team brings in experiences from large global and e-commerce companies like Google, Amazon, and Snapdeal. We derive its strength and pride from its highly passionate team joining from ISB, IIMs, and IITs. Its headquarters is based in Singapore with a location in India.

Hyphen Group

Series B in 2017
Hyphen Group operates as CompareAsiaGroup, a prominent personal finance management platform in Asia. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Hong Kong, the Group provides a comprehensive, free, and independent online service for comparing financial products, including banking, insurance, and telecommunications. With partnerships with leading financial institutions, it offers access to over 2,500 products, helping consumers make informed choices and save money. The Group has a significant presence across multiple countries in Asia, including Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand, employing over 250 individuals dedicated to enhancing personal finance management for users.

SeedPlus

Funding Round in 2017
SeedPlus is a early stage investment fund, based in Singapore. The team is looking to make around half of a dozen investments per year.

Monedo

Series C in 2016
Monedo Holding GmbH specializes in providing credit lending solutions through advanced technology, particularly focusing on the underbanked population. The company employs machine-learning algorithms and big data scoring to enhance credit decision-making and accessibility. Its product lineup includes customized installment loans, microloans through Kredito24, a digital wallet, and a personal finance manager aimed at helping customers manage their finances effectively. Additionally, Monedo offers a "Lending as a Service" model, enabling partners to integrate its credit products via API into their platforms. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, Monedo operates across multiple markets, including Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, and Thailand, processing over four million loan applications to date. The company is led by CEO and Co-Founder Alexander Graubner-Müller and is supported by prominent investors.

RedDoorz

Series A in 2016
RedDoorz is an online platform that facilitates budget accommodations across Southeast Asia, catering to both travelers and hoteliers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, the company operates a network of branded budget hotels, providing its partners with tools for distribution, marketing, technology, customer experience, and pricing. This end-to-end platform allows guest house owners and hotel operators to enhance their visibility, reach a broader audience, and streamline their operations. RedDoorz has expanded significantly, employing over 1,000 individuals across five countries and attracting investment from notable backers. The platform focuses on two-star and three-star budget hotels, enabling travelers to discover affordable lodging options in key business and tourist destinations.

Oway

Series C in 2016
Oway, Inc., a travel agency, offers an online platform to book hotels and flights in Myanmar. It provides a range of travel booking services, including flights, visas, hotels, car rentals, activities, and tours; corporate travel management services; conferences and events; and international study tours. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Yangon, Myanmar.

Monedo

Series C in 2016
Monedo Holding GmbH specializes in providing credit lending solutions through advanced technology, particularly focusing on the underbanked population. The company employs machine-learning algorithms and big data scoring to enhance credit decision-making and accessibility. Its product lineup includes customized installment loans, microloans through Kredito24, a digital wallet, and a personal finance manager aimed at helping customers manage their finances effectively. Additionally, Monedo offers a "Lending as a Service" model, enabling partners to integrate its credit products via API into their platforms. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, Monedo operates across multiple markets, including Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, and Thailand, processing over four million loan applications to date. The company is led by CEO and Co-Founder Alexander Graubner-Müller and is supported by prominent investors.

Organica Water

Series B in 2013
Organica Water, Inc. is a wastewater design-build company specializing in innovative solutions for the treatment and recycling of wastewater. Established in 1998, the company has evolved from a traditional operator in Hungary to a global leader in biological wastewater treatment technology. Organica offers a range of products and services, including design packages, operational supervision, and advanced process control software. Key offerings include the Organica Bluehouse, a pre-assembled and containerized wastewater treatment solution, and the Organica Biomodule, which serves as a biofilm carrier. Additionally, the Organica Scallop Discfilter effectively removes remaining suspended solids post-treatment. The company's Fixed-Bed Biofilm Activated Sludge system and Organica Food Chain Reactor address various wastewater treatment needs, catering to municipal, industrial, and commercial clients. With a presence in multiple countries, including Hungary, the United States, India, China, and Indonesia, Organica Water has built over 75 wastewater treatment plants and continues to expand its innovative solutions globally.

Global Indian International School

Debt Financing in 2012
The Global Indian International School, an initiative of Global Schools Foundation, was established with a focused dedication towards shaping well-rounded global citizens. We believe that the finest education of a child comes from the understanding of the real world that he or she lives in. It is with this vision that we have created Asia’s leading international school. Today, our growing network of schools spread over 20 campuses across 7 countries is grooming thousands of students from 52 nationalities to become future leaders. Our students gain global exposure and insights through international knowledge-exchange programmes. By tracking the best academic practices around the globe, we constantly strive to give them an unmatched learning experience. We are successful in providing holistic education that encourages students to excel in a variety of disciplines, such as academics, sports, music and dramatics. GIIS is the only academic institution in India to have won as many as six international awards for educational excellence, including two prestigious Asia Pacific Awards and two National Awards. We have also been rated ‘The Best International School’ in Singapore by Newsweek magazine, while many of our students have done us proud in some of the finest Ivy League universities in the US. We have nurtured young minds to become multi-talented individuals and it is their success story that gives us the conviction to provide the very best to your child!

Novica United

Series A in 2003
NOVICA United, Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in providing a wide range of handmade accessories for both men and women. Established in 1998, the company collaborates with artisans from various countries, including Brazil, Peru, Mexico, Ghana, Indonesia, Thailand, India, and Guatemala, to offer over 30,000 unique and limited edition products daily. Their product line includes women's accessories such as shawls, scarves, hats, gloves, and travel accessories, as well as men's items like cufflinks, wallets, and walking sticks. NOVICA aims to empower global artisans, connect consumers with their creations, and preserve traditional artistic practices for future generations.