Expara
Overview
Expara is a Singapore-based venture capital firm that has been a pioneer in early-stage technology investments across Southeast Asia since 2003. The firm focuses on providing strategic investments, expert networks, and corporate partnerships to empower visionary entrepreneurs shaping tomorrow's business landscape. Expara has successfully launched five venture capital funds in the region, investing in 92 companies and achieving 23 exits, with over $700 million in follow-on investments. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of stages, including Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth, and Late Stage. Expara's geographical focus spans several countries, including Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, China, the UAE, the Philippines, and Poland. The firm has a diverse portfolio across various industries, such as Technology, Healthcare, Fintech, Edtech, E-commerce, Logistics, Media, Consumer Goods, Energy, Agriculture, Real Estate, Education, Transportation, Manufacturing, and Telecommunications. Expara's commitment to innovation is evident through its Expara Academy, which offers interactive online learning for entrepreneurs and investors, complemented by university courses, workshops, bootcamps, and more. With over 700 successful programs in the past two decades, Expara has trained and mentored over 32,000 entrepreneurs and investors, further solidifying its position as a leader in venture creation in Southeast Asia.
Investment Focus
- Innovative business models
- Scalable growth potential
- Strong management teams
- Clear market differentiation
- Commitment to sustainability and social impact
- Innovative technology solutions
- Scalable business models
- Potential for significant growth
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Expara invest in?
Expara invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Telecommunications, and is based in Ayer Rajah Crescent, Singapore. Expara is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Expara invest at?
Expara backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 100K - 250K.
Which regions does Expara invest in?
Expara invests across Singapore, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand.
Who are the partners at Expara?
Team members listed for Expara include Lee Junior (General Partner, Expara Ventures Pte Ltd) and Tianyuan Ma (Senior Partner).
What companies has Expara invested in?
Expara's portfolio includes Carro, Zalora, Carousell, Razer, Love, Bonito, PatSnap, Klook and Red Dot Payment.
How do I contact Expara?
Expara's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
