500 Global, formerly known as 500 Startups, is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in seed investments, primarily focusing on early-stage technology and financial services startups across various sectors, including biotech, e-commerce, fintech, and digital healthcare. 500 Global operates a four-month accelerator program, where it typically invests between $0.05 million and $1 million for a 5 to 10 percent equity stake in companies with at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. The firm targets a global market, with particular emphasis on regions such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Since its inception, it has invested in over 2,200 startups and supports the growth of innovation ecosystems through educational programs and partnerships. 500 Global also prioritizes investments in companies led by minority founders, reflecting its commitment to diverse entrepreneurial leadership.

Dragon Capital Ltd. is a privately owned investment management firm based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Founded in 1994, it has grown to become one of Vietnam's longest-established independent asset managers, overseeing approximately US$3 billion in assets as of mid-2019. The firm specializes in managing portfolios across various sectors, including public equity, fixed income, real estate, and clean technology. It serves a diverse clientele, including international pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and endowments, offering tailored investment solutions. As a subsidiary of Dragon Capital Group Limited, the firm is committed to providing strategic investment management and principal investment opportunities.

Wavemaker Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2003 dual-headquartered in Los Angeles and Singapore. We have over $265M in assets under management, have invested in over 300 portfolio companies, and have consistently delivered top quartile returns to our investors. Wavemaker is the regional partner for Southern California and Southeast Asia of the Draper Venture Network (DVN), the world's leading VC collective comprising of 10 firms across 5 continents.

Mekong Capital is a private equity firm based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with an additional office in Hanoi. Founded in 2001, it focuses on mid-market investments in consumer-driven sectors, including retail, restaurants, consumer products, and distribution. The firm has established a strong track record in Vietnam, having completed 30 private equity investments with 22 fully exited and one partially exited. Mekong Capital's team consists of over 25 professionals who average around six years of tenure, led by three partners with a combined 31 years of experience at the firm. The firm targets fast-growing, market-leading companies that operate in fragmented markets and have ambitious expansion plans. Mekong Capital is dedicated to enhancing the value of its investee companies through operational improvements, management team development, and the introduction of best practices, employing its Vision Driven Investing framework to ensure successful execution of growth strategies.

East Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2009, with offices in Singapore, Tokyo, and Jakarta. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and Series A investments, focusing on technology and consumer sectors, including fintech, e-commerce, and education technology, primarily in Southeast Asia. East Ventures has supported over 170 companies across the region, with notable investments in Indonesia's unicorns such as Tokopedia and Traveloka. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $0.5 million and has been recognized for its consistent performance, being named the most active investor in Southeast Asia. In 2018, it launched a joint venture called EV Growth, aimed at providing growth capital to startups throughout Southeast Asia. East Ventures continues to play a significant role in nurturing the startup ecosystem in the region.

VinaCapital Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, established in 2018 as a subsidiary of VinaCapital Group. With a focus on technology, the firm aims to invest in and nurture startups primarily in Vietnam and the broader Southeast Asian region. VinaCapital Ventures operates a USD 100 million fund dedicated to building world-class technology companies and integrating them into a comprehensive digital ecosystem. The firm seeks to support entrepreneurs with innovative ideas, providing them with capital, access to a wide business network, and valuable local expertise to help them create impactful businesses that benefit both Vietnam and beyond.

Do Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that specializes in investing in technology companies in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. The firm seeks out pioneering entrepreneurs who aim to develop disruptive products that provide significant societal value. Emphasizing a philosophy of "Growing by Doing," Do Ventures believes that entrepreneurs who are proactive tend to make better decisions. The firm values resilience and persistence, asserting that greater effort increases the likelihood of encountering success. It also recognizes the importance of failure as a learning opportunity, encouraging entrepreneurs to take risks and push beyond conventional boundaries. Ultimately, Do Ventures aims to identify and nurture bold founders, helping them become leaders in their fields and shape new consumer behaviors.

CyberAgent Capital is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2006. The firm specializes in seed-to-early stage investments, primarily targeting technology companies in the Asia-Pacific region, including South Korea, China, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Additionally, CyberAgent Capital also explores investment opportunities in the United States, seeking innovative startups that demonstrate growth potential.

Genesia Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The firm specializes in seed to pre-series stage investments, with a focus on new economy sectors, including digital media, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other frontier technologies. Genesia Ventures actively invests in startups across Japan and Southeast Asia, having supported over 80 companies in various industries such as SaaS, finance, healthcare, education, and entertainment. The firm also considers follow-on investments beyond series A for its existing portfolio companies, demonstrating a commitment to nurturing innovation and growth within the Asian market.

Jungle Ventures Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on a wide range of sectors including technology, e-commerce, financial technology, and digital media. Founded in 2012, the firm aims to support and scale tech category leaders primarily in Southeast Asia and South Asia, while also considering opportunities from regions that can expand into Asia. Jungle Ventures typically invests between SGD 0.5 million and SGD 20 million, with an average investment size of around SGD 0.5 million. The firm has a dedicated team of operating partners and functional experts to assist startups as they grow. Jungle Ventures closed its second fund in 2016, raising USD 100 million, and is currently in the process of raising its third fund, targeted at USD 200 million.

GIC Pte. Ltd. is a sovereign wealth fund established in 1981 to manage Singapore's foreign reserves. The firm aims to secure Singapore's financial future by investing across a diverse range of asset classes in both public and private markets. GIC's investment focus includes health care, financial and business services, natural resources, real estate, and fixed income. The fund also engages in alternative markets such as foreign exchange, commodities, and money markets. GIC provides seed capital via venture capital funds and invests in start-ups, growth companies, and pre- and post-listed entities, with a particular interest in the technology sector in China. The firm operates through its subsidiaries, including GIC Asset Management, GIC Real Estate, and GIC Special Investments, and maintains a global presence with offices in key financial centers worldwide.

Insignia Ventures Partners is a Singapore-based venture capital firm founded in 2017, managed by Yinglan Tan, a former partner at Sequoia Asia. The firm focuses on early-stage investments across a wide range of sectors, including B2B, e-commerce, consumer goods, cryptocurrency, education, enterprise technology, fintech, gaming, healthcare, logistics, marketplace, and property technology. By targeting innovative startups, Insignia Ventures aims to support the growth of technology-driven companies in the region.

Venturra Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Jakarta, established in 2015. The firm specializes in investing in high-growth, technology-enabled internet businesses, primarily focusing on the consumer technology sector across Indonesia and Southeast Asia. Venturra aims to support innovative startups in areas such as e-commerce, financial services, healthcare, and education by providing capital, operational assistance, and market access. Typical investments range from US$2 million to US$5 million, targeting Series A and Series B funding rounds. Through its investments, Venturra seeks to empower founders and enhance the growth potential of transformative businesses in the region.

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.

Patamar Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializing in early to growth-stage investments in South and Southeast Asia. With over a decade of experience, the firm focuses on the “mass market,” targeting low and middle-income populations. Its current fund, Patamar Fund II, aims to invest in 20-25 early-stage and growth-stage companies across key sectors such as financial services, niche eCommerce, and technology-enabled businesses in health care, education, and agriculture. The firm’s Asia-based investment team, which operates full-time in six countries, leverages local expertise and networks to identify and enhance investment opportunities. A significant portion of the investment capital comes from local investors, including prominent families in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. This strategic approach enables Patamar Capital to effectively invest in, operate, expand, and exit from its portfolio companies within the region.

VinaCapital is a prominent investment management and real estate development firm based in Vietnam, established in 2003. With a diversified portfolio totaling USD 1.5 billion in assets under management, the firm focuses on producing superior returns for its investors by leveraging extensive international finance and investment experience. VinaCapital's approach involves identifying key trends and opportunities in Vietnam's evolving economy. The firm has specialized teams that cover various asset classes, including capital markets, private equity, fixed income, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure, allowing it to target investments across diverse sectors in the Asia-Pacific region.

Smilegate Investment, established in 1999 as MVP Capital, is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Seongnam, South Korea. The firm focuses on investing in small and mid-sized companies, primarily targeting opportunities within the Korean market. Since its inception, Smilegate Investment has successfully organized and managed over 30 funds, making investments in more than 200 companies with strong growth potential. Among its notable initiatives are various venture capital funds, including the Smilegate Culture Industry Investment Fund, the Smilegate Orange Fund, and the Smilegate Pioneer Venture Fund, all of which are aimed at supporting innovative businesses in diverse sectors.

Cocoon Capital is a Singapore-based venture capital firm established in 2016 that specializes in early-stage investments in enterprise technology and deep tech companies across Southeast Asia. The firm targets businesses that have demonstrated some initial traction and are in the process of refining their products and business models. Cocoon Capital's experienced partners engage closely with portfolio companies to help them accelerate their growth and prepare for Series A funding. The firm also has a particular interest in sectors such as healthcare and financial services, with a focus on fostering innovation in these areas.

Quest Ventures Pte. Ltd. is a venture capital and private equity firm established in 2011 and headquartered in Singapore, with additional offices across several key cities in Asia. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of business development, including seed, startup, early-stage, growth, expansion, and mature stage investments. Quest Ventures focuses on sectors related to the digital economy, such as financial technology, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, agri-food technology, and smart cities. It aims to support technology companies that demonstrate scalability and replicability within large internet communities. The firm's investment strategy is informed by thorough research and local insights, enabling it to drive transformation in industries facing challenges while fostering collaboration with emerging startups throughout the region.

Since its establishment in 1990, JAFCO Asia has grown to become a leading brand in the venture capital industry in the Asia Pacific region. Currently, JAFCO Asia has offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Seoul and Beijing. With more than US$1.2 billion funds under management in aggregate, JAFCO Asia's experienced investment team has invested in over 368 companies in 13 countries (Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Australia, India, Israel and Vietnam) and divested more than 260 companies of which at least 86 have been publicly listed. Since the new millennium, JAFCO Asia has shifted its focus entirely to technology related investments and is now one of the pre-eminent venture capital technology investors in the region. They believe that their existing portfolio in the Asia Pacific region and the worldwide business network offer their portfolio companies significant potential for synergistic partnerships.

Standard Chartered Bank is a multinational banking and financial services company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a history dating back to 1853. It operates through various segments, including Corporate & Institutional Banking, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and Private Banking. The bank offers a comprehensive array of financial products and services, such as current and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, credit cards, and wealth management solutions. Its corporate finance division provides structured financing, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and trade finance services. Additionally, Standard Chartered delivers transaction banking services, including cash management and electronic banking solutions. With a strong presence across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East, the bank serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, small businesses, corporations, and governments, through its extensive network of branches. Standard Chartered aims to foster economic growth and prosperity in the regions it operates, emphasizing its commitment to being "Here for good."

Norfund is a Norwegian government organization founded in 1997, based in Oslo, that focuses on reducing poverty and enhancing economic development in low-income countries. It serves as an active, strategic minority investor, providing risk capital, equity, and loans to businesses in regions where access to financing is limited. Primarily operating in Sub-Saharan Africa, as well as selected areas in Southeast Asia and Central America, Norfund aims to foster sustainable business growth in environments where the private sector is underdeveloped. The organization also invests in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to further support local economic initiatives. Through its investments, Norfund seeks to create a significant positive impact on the economies of the countries it targets.

KK Fund is a Singapore-based venture capital firm established in 2014, focusing on early-stage investments in the technology sector. The fund primarily targets seed stage internet and mobile startups in South East Asia, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. By concentrating on these regions, KK Fund aims to support innovative companies that are poised for growth in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Cento Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm established in 2011, focusing on under-invested emerging digital markets in Southeast Asia, specifically Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. The firm specializes in Series A investments, typically committing an initial average of $1 million, with the potential to invest up to $4 million over the lifetime of each investment. Cento Ventures aims to support entrepreneurs who leverage local insights and proven digital business models to build regional leaders in the digital sector.

UOB Venture Management Private Limited is an investment arm of United Overseas Bank Group that specializes in growth stage investments. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Singapore, with additional offices in Shanghai, Beijing, and Jakarta, the firm primarily focuses on sectors such as energy, consumer services, consumer goods, environmental technology, industrials, healthcare, agriculture, and technology. UOB Venture aims to support privately-held companies through direct equity investments, primarily in Southeast Asia, including ASEAN countries and China. The firm typically invests up to USD $25 million per deal, depending on the specific funding needs of the target companies. With a diverse portfolio, UOB Venture is dedicated to fostering the growth of innovative businesses in the region.

Monk's Hill Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2014 by Peng T. Ong and Kuo-Yi Lim, focusing on early-stage technology startups in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, the firm makes strategic investments in promising technology companies that are well-positioned to benefit from the growing consumption and digital transformation in the region. With a portfolio of over 20 startups across various industry verticals, Monk's Hill Ventures typically invests at the Series A stage, emphasizing a founder-centric approach. The firm's team consists of experienced entrepreneurs and operators, including former CEOs and CTOs from successful tech firms, who provide valuable insights and support to their portfolio companies. Monk's Hill Ventures has a strong presence in Southeast Asia, with teams located in countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand, alongside a broad network of advisors from diverse fields, including cybersecurity, data science, and healthcare.

IMM Investment Corp. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 1999. The firm specializes in mezzanine investments and focuses on sectors such as information technology, healthcare, biotechnology, and manufacturing. It engages in various investment activities including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, management buyouts, and cross-border investments. In its growth stage investments, IMM allocates resources to startups, expansion, and mezzanine financing, with a significant emphasis on information technology infrastructure and digital content. The firm also targets medium-sized companies and prefers an active management role in its investments. Additionally, IMM Investment undertakes secondary investments and co-invests in buyout transactions, aiming for strategic opportunities in diverse industries, including telecommunications, entertainment, and biotechnology.

Access Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and headquartered in Hong Kong, with additional offices in South Korea, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in seed to Series A funding rounds, focusing on technology, financial services, and business services. Access Ventures aims to support founders by providing strategic expertise and connecting them with a network of industry executives and technology professionals. The firm also emphasizes the development of effective exit strategies, leveraging its extensive network of strategic investors to enhance the potential for successful outcomes.

Hustle Fund Management, LLC is a venture capital firm based in San Carlos, California, established in 2017. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in pre-seed startups, with a strong focus on technology-related companies. Hustle Fund primarily targets sectors such as software, business products, business services, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, e-commerce, and digital health. Its investment strategy emphasizes companies located in the United States, Canada, and Southeast Asia. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Hustle Fund aims to support innovative entrepreneurs and foster growth in the technology landscape.

Daiwa PI Partners, established in 1998 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates as a private equity firm and investment bank within the Daiwa Securities Group. The firm specializes in a diverse range of financial services, focusing on international venture capital and private equity investments, as well as debt, real estate, non-performing loans, domestic private equity, and energy investments. With a strong emphasis on the Asia and Oceania regions, Daiwa PI Partners aims to provide strategic financial solutions and support to its clients, leveraging its extensive expertise and network in the investment landscape.

Spiral Capital LLP is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on investing in startups across various stages, including seed, early, mid, and late-stage ventures. Established in 2015, the firm specializes in sectors such as healthcare, industrials, transportation, air freight, logistics, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and blockchain. Spiral Capital primarily targets investment opportunities in East Asia and Japan. The firm was previously known as Spiral Ventures Japan LLP and has evolved to adapt its strategies, aligning its investments with the dynamic landscape of technology and innovation in the region.

Vietnam Investments Group is a private equity firm established in 2006 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with an additional office in the United Kingdom. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth and middle-market companies across various sectors, including manufacturing, transportation and logistics, retail, consumer goods, agriculture, technology, education, tourism, and media. It specializes in providing early-stage and expansion capital, financial structuring, and industry consolidation services. Vietnam Investments Group aims to support companies that demonstrate significant growth potential, particularly in the consumer services and industrial sectors, while also managing multiple buyout funds targeting specific industries such as commercial services and leisure.

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts is a global investment firm that manages a diverse range of alternative asset classes, including private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and hedge funds through strategic partnerships. Founded in 1976 by Jerome Kohlberg, Jr., Henry Kravis, and George R. Roberts, the firm has completed numerous notable transactions, including the leveraged buyout of RJR Nabisco and TXU. KKR employs a disciplined investment approach aimed at generating attractive returns for its fund investors while investing its own capital alongside that of its clients. The firm's extensive operations span 21 cities across 16 countries, with its headquarters currently located in New York. KKR also offers comprehensive human resources services, further diversifying its business capabilities.

Temasek Holdings is an investment company based in Singapore, founded in 1974, with a diverse portfolio valued at approximately S$242 billion. The firm invests across various sectors, including telecommunications, media and technology, financial services, transportation, consumer products, real estate, life sciences, agriculture, and energy. Temasek's investment strategy is guided by long-term trends, focusing on themes such as transforming economies, rising middle-income populations, and emerging champions. Its investment structure includes a mix of liquid assets, listed and unlisted holdings, and private equity, reflecting a commitment to being a significant shareholder in both local and international businesses. Temasek Capital Management, a subsidiary, specializes in private equity and mid-stage technology and life sciences investments, further enhancing Temasek's global investment footprint.

Sequoia Capital is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of startups, including seed, early, and growth stages, and focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, internet, and mobile. Sequoia typically invests between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early-stage ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. The firm operates globally, with significant activities in regions like Israel, China, and India, where it partners with dynamic founders to build successful companies. Sequoia's extensive portfolio includes notable firms and offers valuable insights and resources, benefiting from decades of experience in the venture capital landscape.

Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm founded in Singapore in 2017, focused on investing in technology companies with significant growth potential. With a presence across six continents and major entrepreneurial hubs such as London, New York, Singapore, and Sydney, Antler has supported the establishment of over 200 startups, 40% of which have at least one female co-founder. The firm identifies exceptional individuals and early-stage businesses, providing comprehensive support from team formation and business model validation to capital investment. Antler invests primarily at the pre-seed stage and continues to engage with its portfolio companies through subsequent funding rounds, including Series C. The firm operates several funds, including those targeting specific regions like East Africa, while maintaining a commitment to fostering diverse founding teams representing 70 nationalities. Through its global platform, Antler aims to help founders build impactful startups that can define the future of technology.

AppWorks, based in Taipei, is the largest startup accelerator in Greater Southeast Asia, having launched its program in 2010 to assist Internet startups in optimizing their products and business strategies. The accelerator invites promising startups in fields such as AI, IoT, Blockchain, and DeFi every six months, contributing to an extensive alumni network of 395 startups and 1,331 founders. Collectively, these startups generate annual revenues of approximately $8.05 billion, provide over 17,000 jobs, and hold a combined valuation of around $11.07 billion. In addition to its accelerator program, AppWorks manages $170 million in venture capital funds, focusing on seed to Series C investments across various sectors, including technology, financial services, consumer goods, and logistics in Taiwan and Southeast Asia.

Alpha JWC Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2015, headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, with an additional presence in Singapore. The firm specializes in seed to Series B investments, focusing on technology, financial services, and consumer goods sectors across Indonesia and Vietnam. Alpha JWC Ventures aims to make sector-agnostic investments, particularly in disruptive technologies and financial technologies, recognizing their significant potential in Southeast Asia. With a well-experienced local team and a robust global network, the firm positions itself as a premier partner for businesses navigating the Indonesian market. It emphasizes a long-term investment strategy, collaborating with institutional investors, strategic institutions, and family offices from Asia, the United States, and Europe. The firm is committed to value creation and social impact, actively managing its portfolio to foster innovation and positive outcomes for entrepreneurs and their communities.

Inclusive Impact Investments is a venture capital firm specializes in small, early growth, mezzanine, emerging growth and expansion investments. The firm seeks investments in agricultural sector (primarily in agro processing) and consumer products that have a positive effect on the lives of women, youth and small farmers living in poverty. It invests in Africa and Asia primarily. The investments are focused in the countries Nigeria, Uganda and Vietnam. It does not invests in Cooperatives, farmer groups, savings, credit and cooperative organizations, NGO’s, private persons, listed companies and foundations, Companies active in real estate, project finance (housing, water irrigation and power plants), leisure (hotels, restaurants and travel agencies), private schools and private health clinics. It prefers to invest in €0.1 million ($0.11 million ) and €2 million ($2.34 million). Inclusive Impact Investments was founded in October 2014 and is based in Rotterdam, Netherlands with additional offices in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Hague, Netherlands, Abuja, Nigeria; Kampala, Uganda and Hanoi, Vietnam.

Kaizenvest is a private equity firm based in Mumbai, India, established in 2009, specializing in the education sector, which is valued at $86 billion. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in promising companies across core, parallel, and ancillary segments of education, aiming to add significant value post-investment. With additional offices in Singapore and the Philippines, Kaizenvest targets opportunities not only in India but also in other Asian markets. The team at Kaizenvest consists of entrepreneurial professionals with a blend of investment experience, domain knowledge, and operational expertise, dedicated to fostering modern learning methodologies that aim to cultivate future leaders.

FMO, the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank, plays a significant role in supporting the private sector in developing countries and emerging markets across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Central and Eastern Europe. Established in 1970 through a partnership between the Dutch government and various financial institutions, FMO focuses on providing loans, equity, and other investment activities. Its investment portfolio is diversified, with key sectors including financial institutions, energy, agribusiness, food and water, and private equity. By fostering sustainable economic growth, FMO aims to create a positive impact in the regions it serves.

PHI Group, founded in 1982 and based in Las Vegas, is an independent firm that specializes in private equity, real estate, and infrastructure investments in the United States and Vietnam. The company is keenly aware of the increasing global demand for energy, particularly in Asia, where countries like China, India, and members of ASEAN are driving significant growth in coal consumption. This trend is expected to persist despite efforts to reduce coal use in Europe and the United States, highlighting the ongoing relevance of energy investments in PHI Group's portfolio.

SoftBank Group Corp. is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1981, it provides a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line communications, broadband, and digital television. The company operates through several segments, including the SoftBank Vision Fund, which focuses on investing in technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and fintech. Additionally, SoftBank manufactures and distributes mobile devices and offers services in e-commerce, internet advertising, and IT solutions. The firm also engages in renewable energy by generating and supplying electricity. Beyond telecommunications, SoftBank has interests in various sectors, including media, professional sports, and fashion through platforms like ZOZOTOWN. With a global presence, SoftBank actively invests in growth-stage companies, aiming to foster innovation and technological advancement across diverse industries.

North Base Media is an investment firm focused on journalistic enterprise and digital-driven opportunities in emerging markets. North Base creates value by bringing top-level international media expertise and capital to invested companies that will benefit from the deep knowledge, reputation and extensive connections of North Base’s partners. NBM focuses on both early- and mid-stage companies that show promise in key emerging markets. The portfolio companies, in turn, will benefit from being properly capitalized to pursue growth opportunities, by getting access to unique digital, media and journalistic know-how, and by being able to tap one another's expertise. NBM specializes in independently owned media or technologies that enable consumers to participate in their countries’ civic, cultural and economic life and that aim to be essential to key audiences in their markets. North Base is not aligned with governments, political causes or forces in the countries where it operates.

Northstar Group is a private equity firm based in Singapore, established in 2003, that specializes in investing in growth companies primarily in Indonesia, as well as other countries in Southeast Asia. The firm focuses on sectors such as financial services, retail and consumer, energy and resources, telecommunications, and agribusiness. With over US$2.0 billion in committed equity capital, Northstar Group has a strong track record of managing investments and actively supporting the growth of its portfolio companies. It has raised four private equity funds and has invested in more than 30 companies, deploying over US$2.8 billion alongside co-investors in the region. Northstar Group aims to acquire majority or significant minority stakes in its target companies and has established a strategic alliance with TPG to enhance its investment capabilities.

WI Harper Group is a venture capital firm established in 1993 that specializes in early and early expansion investments, primarily within Mainland China, Taiwan, and Silicon Valley. The firm has made over 300 investments and achieved more than 80 exits, managing nine funds with over $1 billion in capital. Its team of 19 investment professionals operates from offices in Beijing, Taipei, and San Francisco. WI Harper Group focuses its investments on technology, clean technology, and healthcare sectors. The firm has a notable track record, having invested in companies such as DivX, Focus Media, Vizio, SiRF, and Commerce One.

Gaw Capital Partners is a real estate investment firm established in 2005 and headquartered in Central, Hong Kong. The firm specializes in a diverse range of real estate assets, including offices, commercial properties, retail malls, serviced apartments, logistics warehouses, data center projects, and hotels requiring repositioning or redevelopment. Gaw Capital primarily focuses on investments in Greater China, particularly in Tier II and Tier III cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, while also targeting opportunities across Asia Pacific, including Japan, Korea, and Singapore. The firm aims to allocate 20 percent of its investments to Asian markets outside of China. With additional offices in Europe and Asia, Gaw Capital Partners is well-positioned to navigate high barrier-to-entry markets globally.

Cercano Management is a private investment firm based in Bellevue, Washington, established in 2022. The firm focuses on investments across all stages of corporate development, targeting a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, software, media, data intelligence, mobile networks, semiconductors, alternative energy, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, education, consumer goods, financial services, and telecommunications. Additionally, Cercano Management manages a venture capital fund, Cercano Zambezi Asia, which is based in Singapore and specifically invests in the Asian market. The firm’s executive management team oversees the assets of the fund, ensuring strategic allocation and support for portfolio companies.

Navis Asia Fund VIII, managed by Navis Capital Partners, is a buyout fund established to focus on investments in Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and China. Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the fund specifically targets sectors such as healthcare, private education, and food-related consumer goods. Its investment strategy involves committing between USD 10 million to USD 50 million in enterprises with a strong or developing presence in these regions. Since its founding in 1998, Navis Capital Partners has concentrated on making private equity investments through buyouts, recapitalizations, and financial restructurings, aiming to foster growth and development in the Asian market.

Proparco is a French government organization established in 1977, dedicated to promoting private sector funding in sustainable development. Based in Paris, the firm focuses on financing and supporting companies and financial institutions across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Proparco's investment strategy emphasizes key development sectors such as renewable energy, infrastructure, agriculture, health, education, and financial services. The organization aims to strengthen the contributions of private actors towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the international community. Proparco finances projects that create jobs, provide essential goods and services, and combat climate change, offering a range of financial instruments including loans, equity, and guarantees. Its interventions are designed to enhance the resilience of communities and promote sustainable economic growth in emerging markets.