Investors in Pakistan

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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.
Made 21 investments in Pakistan

Indus Valley Capital

Indus Valley Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2020 and based in Karachi, Pakistan. The firm is dedicated to investing in innovative startups that are aiming to transform various industries within Pakistan and the surrounding region. By focusing on early-stage companies, Indus Valley Capital seeks to support entrepreneurial endeavors that have the potential for significant impact and growth in the local market.
Made 17 investments in Pakistan

Sarmayacar

Sarmayacar is a venture capital firm established in 2018, with its headquarters in Lahore, Pakistan, and additional offices in Amsterdam, London, and Vienna. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on sectors such as hospital management information systems, fintech, e-commerce, and music streaming. Initially launched as a seed fund syndicate, Sarmayacar has transitioned into a formal venture capital fund dedicated to supporting Pakistani startups, investing from seed stage up to Series B. The firm is known for its sector-agnostic approach, enabling it to invest in a diverse array of startups, including pre-revenue companies through its operator angel program, as well as providing larger investments for more established ventures.
Made 18 investments in Pakistan

Shorooq Partners

Shorooq Partners, established in 2017 and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, operates as a venture capital firm with additional offices in Riyadh, Manama, Cairo, and Dubai. The firm specializes in early-stage investments and venture debt, focusing on sectors such as technology, fintech, game tech, climate, cleantech, cryptocurrency, and web 3.0. Shorooq Partners has successfully built a portfolio that has generated over $1.5 billion in equity value, supported by investments from some of the world's leading sovereign wealth funds.
Made 8 investments in Pakistan

Walled City

Walled City Co., founded in 2018 and based in Lahore, Pakistan, is an angel investment group that focuses on seed and early-stage startups across various sectors, including agri-tech, consumer-tech, engineering, fashion and design, fintech, logistics and supply chain, property-tech, and technology. The firm embraces a philosophy of "coopetition," which emphasizes both competition and cooperation among entrepreneurs. Walled City Co. aims to do more than just provide capital; it offers a robust support system that includes access to a network of fellow founders, expertise in data and technology, business management, and connections to a range of partners and investors. The firm is particularly interested in collaborating with passionate founders who demonstrate unique and inspiring ideas, regardless of their industry focus, provided they excel in their respective fields.
Made 15 investments in Pakistan

Lakson Investments

Lakson Investments Limited, founded in 2009 and based in Karachi, Pakistan, is a privately owned asset management firm that specializes in managing private equity, venture capital, and mutual funds. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including retirement funds, family offices, corporations, endowments, and individual investors, offering tailored investment portfolios. Lakson Investments focuses on the public equity and fixed income markets globally, while also engaging in commodity investments. Additionally, its venture capital arm, Lakson Investments Venture Capital, targets early-stage and mid-market opportunities within Pakistan, emphasizing technology-driven business models. The firm collaborates with local entrepreneurs and leverages its extensive operational experience from the broader Lakson Group, which employs over 14,000 people in various sectors including technology, media, FMCG, and insurance. With a strong record of investment management, Lakson Investments is recognized as one of the largest private sector asset managers in Pakistan, overseeing significant assets under management.
Made 8 investments in Pakistan

Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital (GFC) is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The firm is stage agnostic, meaning it invests in companies at various stages of development, from early-stage ventures to those preparing for an initial public offering. GFC focuses on empowering talented entrepreneurs and seeks investment opportunities in sectors such as internet, retail, financial software, media, communication, and information technology. With a global perspective, GFC aims to support innovative companies across all continents.
Made 15 investments in Pakistan

Bank Of Punjab

Bank of Punjab is a financial institution providing a range of customized banking products and services. The bank also provides Islamic banking, payment services, home remittances, and other services. The operating segments of the company are Corporate and investment banking, Consumer banking group, Cards and public sector deposits (CPSD), Treasury, Islamic banking and others. The company generates majority of its revenue from Consumer banking group segment.

Karavan Partners

Karavan is a venture capital investment firm established in 2018 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm focuses on investing in consumer-centric businesses primarily in the Middle East and Pakistan. With a commitment to fostering innovation, Karavan aims to build and scale startups in Pakistan through a community-driven approach.
Made 7 investments in Pakistan

Deosai Ventures

Deosai Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2020 and based in Islamabad, Pakistan. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage startups within the country, aiming to support and foster the growth of innovative businesses in the Pakistani market. By providing capital and resources, Deosai Ventures seeks to empower entrepreneurs and promote the development of a vibrant startup ecosystem in Pakistan.
Made 4 investments in Pakistan

Habib Bank

Founded in 1941, Habib Bank is a commercial bank headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. The bank offers services in the areas of corporate and commercial banking, small and medium enterprises banking, global treasury, investment banking, Islamic banking, cash management, and asset management. The bank's investment banking arm provides services in the areas of project finance, debt capital markets, syndications, securitizations, capital raising, restructurings, public and private equity placements, and mergers and acquisitions. The bank has a large corporate banking portfolio with an active investment banking arm. The bank also offers small and medium-sized enterprises agriculturemore
Made 3 investments in Pakistan

Orbit Startups

Orbit Startups is a venture capital firm based in Singapore, established in 2010, that specializes in emerging and frontier markets. The firm aims to assist founders by providing a supportive ecosystem that includes practical help with partnerships, business development, fundraising, and growth strategies. Each startup in their program receives an initial investment package of US$150,000, along with access to potential follow-on capital. Orbit Startups is dedicated to enhancing digitalization in sectors such as e-commerce, fintech, media, healthcare, education, and logistics, with a vision to impact the next four billion people. Notable investments include early backing of companies like BitMEX, Phable, and MarketForce. The firm is also a member of the SOSV Consortium, which incorporates the former MOX and Chinaccelerator programs.
Made 1 investments in Pakistan

Systems

Systems Limited is a prominent provider of software development and business process outsourcing (BPO) services, operating in North America, the Middle East, and Pakistan. Established in 1977 and headquartered in Lahore, Pakistan, the company specializes in digital commerce, data management, cloud services, application development, and IT infrastructure. Its product offerings include Partner Communication for data transmission, Middleware Connector for seamless integration with Dynamics 365, and Retail Analytics, a business intelligence platform tailored for the retail sector. Additionally, Systems Limited offers HauteLogic for fashion supply chain management, SysHCM for human capital management, and TrIPS, a cloud-based solution for the insurance industry. The company serves diverse sectors including retail, consumer goods, financial services, telecommunications, and the public sector, establishing itself as a key player in the IT services landscape.
Made 3 investments in Pakistan

Amaana Capital

Amaana Capital, founded in 2022 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, is an impact investing firm that focuses on the digitalization of the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan regions. The firm specializes in investing in post-Seed to Series B rounds of technology startups that have demonstrated product market fit, strong unit economics, and asset-light business models. Amaana Capital targets creative entrepreneurs who are looking to scale their technology platforms, emphasizing investments that enhance people's quality of life while fostering innovation in the MENASA area.
Made 2 investments in Pakistan

47 Ventures

47 Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 and based in Ebene, Mauritius. The firm specializes in investing in startups and early-stage companies, primarily focusing on high-growth businesses in Pakistan. It targets a diverse range of sectors, including technology, digital media, e-commerce, mobile applications, robotics, machine learning, and biomedical engineering. By emphasizing technology-driven solutions, 47 Ventures aims to support businesses that have the potential for significant scale and impact.
Made 3 investments in Pakistan

VentureSouq

VentureSouq is a Dubai-based venture capital firm established in 2013 that focuses on investing in early-stage technology companies across various sectors, including agriculture tech, environmental tech, food tech, fintech, enterprise software, health tech, and digital media. The firm operates a substantial co-investment platform and maintains a global investment portfolio, aiming to support innovative startups in their growth and development. By concentrating on diverse technology-driven industries, VentureSouq seeks to contribute to the evolution of the regional and global tech landscape.
Made 10 investments in Pakistan

International Finance Corporation

International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, is the private equity and venture capital arm of The World Bank Group. It focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries by financing private sector investments and mobilizing capital in international financial markets. IFC provides a wide range of financial products, including loans, equity, quasi-equity, and advisory services, targeting sectors such as agriculture, forestry, financial services, education, healthcare, infrastructure, manufacturing, retail, tourism, and technology. The organization aims to support businesses and financial institutions in emerging markets to create jobs, improve corporate governance, and enhance environmental performance. IFC typically invests between $1 million and $100 million, often taking minority stakes but preferring majority ownership in its portfolio companies. It does not engage directly in the management of its investments and usually exits through domestic stock markets or other arrangements after several years. By focusing on initiatives that benefit underserved communities, IFC contributes to local economic development and improves the quality of life for people in developing regions.

Epic Angels Network

Epic Angels is an angel investment network based in Singapore, founded in 2020, that aims to democratize angel investing and close the financial gender gap. The organization is dedicated to empowering women by providing them with knowledge about the investment process and showcasing successful female investors. It comprises a network of female executives and operators who have experience in building and scaling companies globally. Epic Angels primarily focuses on early-stage startups in Asia, investing in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds across various sectors. The network advocates for female leadership and prefers to invest in teams that include at least one woman. Ultimately, Epic Angels prioritizes investing in resilient founders who demonstrate adaptability and a commitment to their ventures.

Nuwa Capital

Founded in 2020, Nuwa Capital is a venture capital firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm seeks to invest in companies operating in mental health, proptech, retail, agritech, food tech, SaaS, health tech, fintech, auto tech, d2c, and e-commerce sectors.
Made 2 investments in Pakistan

Better Tomorrow Ventures

Better Tomorrow Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2019. The firm specializes in fintech investments, focusing primarily on pre-seed and seed-stage companies within the software as a service (SaaS) and marketplace sectors. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Better Tomorrow Ventures aims to support innovative startups that are shaping the future of financial technology.
Made 2 investments in Pakistan

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Zayn Capital is a venture capital firm based in Islamabad, Pakistan. The firm focuses on investing in the information technology and fintech sectors, primarily targeting opportunities within Pakistan, the Middle East, and North Africa. Although the Zayn Fintech Fund was planned to support these initiatives, it was ultimately cancelled. Despite this setback, Zayn Capital continues to seek investment opportunities that align with its objectives in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Made 2 investments in Pakistan

Raed Ventures

Raed Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Saudi Arabia, founded in 2015. It focuses on providing funding for seed and early-stage startups in the Kingdom and the broader MENA region. The firm aims to support entrepreneurial teams that are shaping the market landscape by facilitating their entry into the Saudi and GCC markets. Raed Ventures invests across various sectors, including media, retail, software, commercial services, and healthcare. The firm assists startups in developing and executing their business plans through collaboration with affiliated companies, leveraging its extensive market knowledge and network.
Made 6 investments in Pakistan

Meezan Bank

Meezan Bank Limited is an Islamic commercial bank based in Karachi, Pakistan, engaged in a wide range of banking services, including corporate, commercial, consumer, investment, and retail banking. The bank provides various financial solutions, such as project finance, export finance, trade finance, and Ijarah, catering to the needs of its corporate and commercial clients. Additionally, it offers investment banking services, including syndication, underwriting, and securitization. For retail customers and small to medium enterprises, Meezan Bank provides retail financing, deposit services, and banking solutions. The bank also participates in the trading and sale of equities, foreign exchange, and commodities, and offers asset management and investment advisory services. As of the end of 2019, Meezan Bank operated 760 branches and 729 ATMs across 220 cities in Pakistan. Founded in 1997, the bank was formerly known as Al Meezan Investment Bank and adopted its current name in 2002.

The Osiris Group

The Osiris Group is a private equity and venture capital firm specializing in frontier market growth equity and infrastructure related investments in Emerging Asia. The firm also does seed and incubation investments. It primarily invests in the field of climate security, food & agriculture security, data security, healthcare and financial inclusion. It primarily invests in Bangladesh, Pakistan, Myanmar and Sri Lanka. The Osiris Group is based in Hong Kong.
Made 1 investments in Pakistan

Cordoba Ventures

Cordoba Ventures is a venture capital investment firm established in 2018 and based in Karachi, Pakistan. The firm is dedicated to building mission-driven platforms by emphasizing culture and operational excellence. Cordoba Ventures primarily invests in sectors such as healthcare, education, consumer products, and consumer services, aiming to support innovative companies that align with its vision of creating positive societal impact.
Made 1 investments in Pakistan

Macter International

Macter is a prominent pharmaceutical company in Pakistan with a successful track record spanning over 30 years. The company specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of a wide range of pharmaceutical products and formulations, covering various therapeutic categories such as antibiotics, anti-allergy, cardiovascular, and antiviral medications. Macter is recognized for its commitment to quality, ranking among the top five manufacturers in the country by volume. The company operates with a strong corporate governance framework and has attracted investments from international financial institutions, reflecting its growth potential and capabilities in the pharmaceutical sector.

Unilever

Unilever is a multinational consumer goods company that specializes in fast-moving consumer goods across various categories, including food, personal care, and home care products. The company offers a wide range of items such as soups, sauces, ice creams, and margarines, as well as personal care products like skin and hair care items. Its well-known brands include Dove, Knorr, Lipton, and Surf, among others. Unilever operates in over 100 countries and distributes its products through an extensive network of sales channels, including independent brokers and distributors. Founded in 1929, the company has a diversified portfolio, with significant sales from personal care, home care, and packaged food segments. Unilever has actively expanded its brand offerings through acquisitions, enhancing its market presence and product diversity.
Made 1 investments in Pakistan

Rally Cap VC

RaliCap is a venture capital firm established in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage venture funds, specifically targeting top-tier opportunities in Latin America and sub-Saharan Africa. RaliCap has a particular interest in sectors such as fintech and climate technology, aiming to support innovative companies within these fields. By fostering a global community of technology professionals, RaliCap connects investors with promising ventures, thereby contributing to the growth of emerging markets.
Made 6 investments in Pakistan

MicroVest

MicroVest is a private equity and asset management firm based in Bethesda, Maryland, founded in 2003. The firm specializes in investing in low-income financial institutions (LIFIs), including microfinance institutions and small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) finance entities. MicroVest focuses on providing debt and equity capital to companies that serve unbanked and underbanked populations, particularly in emerging markets across regions such as the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $15 million, utilizing various investment structures, including loans, equity, and quasi-equity instruments. By supporting responsible financial institutions, MicroVest aims to enhance access to credit for microentrepreneurs and small businesses, fostering economic development in underserved communities.
Made 1 investments in Pakistan

Oracle Power

Oracle Power PLC is a UK-based company involved in the exploration and development of coal in Pakistan. The Company is currently involved with three projects. The projects of the company are energy project based on the development of coal, and building a mine-mouth power plant in Pakistan; exploration for gold in Western Australia (WA) and the development of a green hydrogen project in Pakistan.

Pak Oman Asset Management Company

Pak Oman Asset Management Company Ltd. is a privately owned investment manager based in Karachi, Pakistan, founded in 2006. The firm serves both individual and corporate investors by launching and managing a variety of mutual funds, including equity, fixed income, and balanced funds. In addition to mutual funds, it manages tailored portfolios for its clients, focusing on investments in the public equity and fixed income markets of Pakistan. The company utilizes a blend of fundamental and quantitative analysis to inform its investment strategies. Pak Oman Asset Management Company operates as a subsidiary of Pak Oman Investment Company Limited, which has helped shape its operations and service offerings in the financial sector.

EchoVC Partners

EchoVC Partners LLC is a venture capital firm headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, that specializes in seed and early-stage investments across various technology sectors. Founded in 2011, the firm is stage agnostic and focuses on internet-based technologies, including smart graph platforms, consumer internet services, smart data applications, and semantic technology. It also prioritizes investments in e-commerce, digital media, software, and enterprise solutions, with a particular interest in supporting women and underserved entrepreneurs. While EchoVC does not have a specific geographical preference, it emphasizes opportunities in North America, Africa, and Southeast Asia, particularly targeting underserved markets in these regions. The firm typically invests between $25,000 to several million dollars, depending on the specific needs of the business. By leveraging insights from Silicon Valley, EchoVC aims to foster local entrepreneurial ecosystems and support high-potential growth companies.
Made 2 investments in Pakistan

Capital Square Partners

Capital Square Partners Pte Ltd is a private equity investment firm established in 2014 and based in Singapore. The firm focuses on investing in the telecommunications, media and technology, healthcare, consumer and business services, and education sectors, primarily within South and Southeast Asia. Capital Square Partners aims to support companies that demonstrate potential for leadership in their respective markets, either as existing leaders or as entities capable of achieving leadership with additional capital and operational assistance. Through its investments, the firm seeks to leverage its in-depth market understanding to foster growth and enhance value in its portfolio companies.

Seamless Distribution Systems

Seamless Distribution Systems AB is a technology and digital distribution company based in Stockholm, Sweden, established in 2014. It specializes in providing electronic top-up solutions, voucher management systems, and mobile financial services to telecom operators and retail distributors across more than 30 global markets, with a particular focus on emerging markets in Africa, the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The company’s proprietary platform, ERS 360°, facilitates various electronic transactions and includes value-added services such as microcredit, promotional campaigns, and consultancy. With over 18 years of experience, Seamless Distribution Systems is committed to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, supported by cross-functional teams located in multiple countries, including Belgium, Ghana, South Africa, the USA, Pakistan, India, and the UAE.

Emaar Properties

Emaar Properties, based in Dubai, is a leading global property developer established in 1997. The company focuses on creating master-planned communities that cater to diverse lifestyle needs, with a significant presence in the United Arab Emirates and several international markets, including Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Egypt, and the United States. Emaar is renowned for iconic projects such as Downtown Dubai, which features the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall, the latter recognized as the largest shopping and entertainment destination in the world. The company operates across three main segments: real estate, hospitality, and retail, with a substantial portion of its revenue generated from real estate activities. Emaar has also expanded into hospitality with brands like The Address Hotels + Resorts, showcasing its commitment to providing integrated lifestyle experiences. Through focused expansion and diversification, Emaar is well-positioned to enhance its global footprint as a prominent player in the real estate sector.

Engro

Engro is a diversified company based in Karachi, Pakistan, engaged in multiple sectors including food, fertilizers, and petrochemicals. Engro Foods Limited, a subsidiary, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of dairy products, beverages, ice cream, and frozen desserts. Its prominent brands include Olper's, Dairy Omung, Omore, and Tarang, catering to local tastes while adhering to global quality standards. Engro Foods operates its own dairy farms, ensuring a steady supply of fresh products. In addition to its food division, Engro is also a significant player in the fertilizer market, producing and marketing a range of fertilizers while expanding into sectors such as energy and telecommunications. The company's multifaceted approach aims to meet the diverse needs of consumers in Pakistan and beyond.

Hamilton Bradshaw

Hamilton Bradshaw is a London-based private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2003 by James Caan. The firm specializes in investments across various stages, including seed, start-up, early stage, and growth, as well as restructuring and recapitalization. It primarily targets small and mid-cap businesses in the UK, focusing on sectors such as financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, and renewable energy. Hamilton Bradshaw typically invests in management buyouts, development capital, and special situations, seeking opportunities in companies with a turnover exceeding £150 million. The firm aims to invest a minimum of £0.5 million per transaction and prefers to take a lead or sole investor role, often securing a board seat in its portfolio companies. Additionally, it manages the Hamilton Bradshaw Pakistan Fund, which focuses on growth expansion investments in the commercial services and industrial sectors in Pakistan.

TR Capital

TR Capital Group is a prominent player in secondary private equity investments within the Asia-Pacific region, having been established in 2007 with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Mumbai. The firm specializes in providing liquidity solutions through Secondary Direct and Fund Restructuring transactions, targeting significant minority positions in high-performing companies across sectors such as Consumer, Technology, Healthcare, and Financial Services. TR Capital focuses on making concentrated long-term investments by acquiring assets at a discount to their intrinsic value, with a particular interest in industries like manufacturing, e-commerce, mobile, and technology. The firm manages four funds with total capital commitments of USD 650 million and emphasizes active collaboration with portfolio companies to enhance their business models and capital structures.

360training.com

360training.com, Inc. is an online training and certification provider based in Austin, Texas, offering a wide range of educational programs across various industries in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1997, the company has developed brands such as OSHAcampus, Learn2Serve, and Realtor Campus to deliver customized online training solutions. Its offerings include courses in environmental health and safety, food and beverage, real estate, insurance, human resources, compliance, and industrial skills. By providing regulatory-approved training, 360training aims to promote safe and healthy environments for communities. The company serves a diverse clientele, including colleges, proprietary schools, associations, and corporations, while also offering learning management systems and custom content development to enhance the training experience.

Ethemba Capital

Ethemba Capital is a private equity firm based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2006. The firm specializes in investing in growth markets and focuses on a diverse range of sectors, including business-to-business, business-to-consumer, energy, healthcare, and information technology. Ethemba Capital aims to identify and support companies with strong growth potential, leveraging its expertise to enhance value and drive performance in its portfolio.

Global Telecom Holding

Global Telecom Holding S.A.E. is a telecommunications provider active in Africa and Asia, primarily operating in Pakistan, Algeria, and Bangladesh. The company, which was formerly known as Orascom Telecom Holding S.A.E. before rebranding in 2013, delivers a variety of services that include voice, data, and broadband Internet through both wireless and fixed-line networks. Its mobile networks cater to individual consumers and corporate clients, offering prepaid and postpaid plans under the brands Djezzy, Mobilink, Jazz, and Banglalink. In addition to telecommunication services, Global Telecom Holding also engages in microfinancing. Established in 1997 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company functions as a subsidiary of VEON Luxembourg Finance S.A.

Actis

Actis is an investment firm founded in 2004, specializing in growth markets across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. With its headquarters in London, Actis employs over 200 professionals, including approximately 120 investment experts, and operates from 16 offices globally. The firm has raised around US$14 billion since its inception and currently invests in about 70 companies, which collectively employ over 116,500 people. Actis focuses on a multi-asset strategy encompassing private equity, energy, infrastructure, and real estate. Its investment approach emphasizes "south-south" collaboration, leveraging local insights and sector expertise to deliver responsible, competitive returns. The firm targets various sectors, including energy infrastructure, digital infrastructure, and consumer services, while also prioritizing impact investments that contribute positively to communities and the environment.

Shine Capital

Shine Capital is a venture capital investment firm based in New York, founded in 2020. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies, specifically in seed and series A funding rounds. As a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA), Shine Capital aims to identify and support promising startups, contributing to their growth and development in various sectors.

United Brands

United Brands Limited is a prominent distributor of consumer goods in Pakistan, specializing in fast-moving consumer products. Founded in 1887 and headquartered in Karachi, the company offers a diverse range of items, including foods, chocolates, confectionery, flavored milk, tea, sweeteners, beverages, cereals, skincare products, and baby care items. United Brands serves various markets, supplying goods to retail outlets, medical and general stores, kiryana shops, cosmetic retailers, bakeries, and institutions, as well as participating in international and local trade. The company collaborates with multinational brands such as Lindt and Johnson's, enhancing its product portfolio with well-known consumer items. Formerly known as UDL Industries Limited, the company rebranded to United Brands Limited in April 2006 and operates as a subsidiary of International Brands Limited.

DHL

DHL is a prominent global brand in the logistics industry, offering a comprehensive range of services that includes national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping, and fulfillment solutions. As a division of Deutsche Post DHL, the company provides international express mail services and has a strong presence in road, air, and ocean transport, as well as industrial supply chain management. Founded in 1969, DHL initially focused on document delivery between San Francisco and Honolulu but rapidly expanded its operations worldwide. It has played a significant role in international logistics, servicing regions that were previously underserved. With a workforce of approximately 380,000 employees across more than 220 countries and territories, DHL is well-equipped to facilitate secure and reliable connections for people and businesses, thereby promoting global trade. The company also tailors its services to various sectors, including technology, life sciences, and retail, reinforcing its position as a leading logistics provider.

Ciklum

Ciklum ApS is a digital solutions company based in Kyiv, Ukraine, established in 2002. It specializes in IT outsourcing and nearshore software development, primarily catering to Fortune 500 companies. Ciklum offers a wide range of services, including application development, research and development, big data analytics, quality assurance, Internet of Things, and DevOps. With development centers in Ukraine, Belarus, Pakistan, and sales offices in various countries, including Denmark, Israel, and the United States, Ciklum is well-positioned to support clients in their digital transformation efforts. The company emphasizes a collaborative approach, surrounding client teams with knowledge-sharing activities and providing project-based services to enhance efficiency and quality. Employing over 1,700 IT specialists, Ciklum has built a reputation for delivering value and flexibility, helping organizations scale their IT resources effectively. Throughout its history, Ciklum has garnered numerous awards and recognitions for its innovative services and contributions to the technology sector.

1982 Ventures

1982 Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Singapore, established in 2019, that specializes in early-stage investments with a primary focus on financial technology in Southeast Asia. The firm manages the 2024 vintage Seed Fund II, which is set to invest in emerging markets such as Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Southeast Asia. Its investment strategy encompasses various sectors, including financial services, application software, and fintech, aiming to support founders who are developing the technological infrastructure necessary for the region's growth. Recognized as the most active fintech investor in Southeast Asia, 1982 Ventures is backed by a diverse range of global institutions, multinationals, family offices, and prominent figures in the investment community. The firm is committed to identifying and nurturing the next wave of unicorns within the region's evolving tech landscape.

Temasek Holdings (Private)

Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited is a sovereign wealth fund of the Government of Singapore specializing in growth capital, restructuring, and divestiture transactions. The firm also invests in private equity and debt funds, such as buyout and growth capital funds, mezzanine funds, debt funds, technology venture capital funds, and life sciences venture capital funds. It seeks to invest in innovation-related businesses and is sector agnostic with a focus on companies engaged in the telecommunications and media, banking, real estate, financial services, property, industrial, insurance, life sciences, transportation and logistics, consumer and lifestyle, education, energy and resources, power, infrastructure, engineering and technology, and healthcare, healthcare technology, pharmaceuticals, biosciences, B2B payments, fraud detection, and artificial intelligence. The firm generally invests in North America and the Americas including Latin America, Asia, Singapore, Africa, Middle East, and OECD economies. Within Asia, it invests in companies based in India, Pakistan, South Asia, China, North Asia, Vietnam, and ASEAN Countries. It also invests in Europe. Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited was founded in 1974 and is based in Singapore, Singapore with additional offices in Asia, Europe, South America, and North America.

Apis Partners

Apis Partners is a private equity asset manager based in London, focused on investing in growth-stage companies within the financial services sector in growth markets. Founded in 2014, the firm is guided by an experienced team that has collaborated for over 20 years, bringing specialized expertise from leading firms in private equity and investment banking. Apis Partners leverages a strong network of over 20 financial services professionals and has an on-the-ground presence in five countries, bolstered by connections with 27 partner companies. The firm manages the Apis Growth Markets Fund III, which targets investments in Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Europe, with a preference for ticket sizes between USD 60 to USD 70 million across 10 to 15 companies.

Fin Capital

Fin Capital is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 2018, specializing in business-to-business fintech investments, particularly in enterprise SaaS. The firm concentrates on seven sub-sectors: Alternative Lending, Asset Management, Real Estate Tech, InsureTech, Health Care solutions, Blockchain Enterprise Applications, and Enabling Tech. Fin Capital invests globally, targeting markets in the United States, Europe, MENA, Israel, and Asia. With a team of former corporate and startup operators, the firm adopts a hands-on approach, providing its portfolio companies with essential support in areas such as capital access, talent sourcing, and business development. Additionally, Fin Capital is developing a Global Financial Platform designed to offer limited partners unique fund strategies and co-investment opportunities, particularly in Special Situation Growth and late-stage companies.