BIG Impact Inc.
Overview
BIG Impact Inc. is a Japanese venture capital firm established in June 2022, focusing on supporting high-growth startups across diverse sectors. The firm is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in Kobe. The CEO, Naotaka Hosono, has a background in new business development, group management planning, and M&A, having previously led investment and nurturing businesses at Opt (now Digital Holdings) and established Opt Ventures (now Bonds Investment Group) in 2015. Under his leadership, BIG Impact aims to create a startup ecosystem that drives innovation in Japan. The firm has been recognized in Forbes Japan's 'Most Influential Venture Capitalists in Japan' rankings, securing the 3rd position in 2018 and the 5th in 2020. Their portfolio includes companies such as Raksul, Gunosy, Geniee, Jimoty, Rakumo, and WealthNavi. Through these investments, BIG Impact seeks to collaborate with startups to create a more prosperous and resilient society in Japan.
Investment Focus
- Focus on high-growth startups
- Diverse sector engagement
- Alignment with firm's mission to drive innovation in Japan
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does BIG Impact Inc. invest in?
BIG Impact Inc. invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Tokyo, Japan. BIG Impact Inc. is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does BIG Impact Inc. invest at?
BIG Impact Inc. backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 5M - 50M.
Which regions does BIG Impact Inc. invest in?
BIG Impact Inc. invests across Japan.
What companies has BIG Impact Inc. invested in?
BIG Impact Inc.'s portfolio includes Raksul, Gunosy, Wealthnavi, Geniee, Jimoty and Rakumo.
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