The Ventures

Overview

The Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies. The firm focuses on sectors such as artificial intelligence, mobility, edtech, and biology, providing portfolio companies with expert support in areas like recruiting, public relations, marketing, customer acquisition, fundraising, strategy, engineering, and design. The Ventures has invested in 252 companies to date, with assets under management totaling approximately 42 billion KRW. Notable early investments include PRND Company, the operator of 'HeyDealer,' and Brain Commerce, the operator of 'JobPlanet.' In recent years, The Ventures has expanded its investment focus to include consumer goods, recognizing the global competitiveness of Korean teams in this sector. The firm has invested in startups like 'Geem,' which reinterprets Korean seaweed as a snack tailored to American and European tastes, and 'The Plug Drink,' which has evolved hangover relief products into liver health supplements. The Ventures leverages its global network, investing in startups across 12 countries, including Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, and the United States. The firm's key partners are based in these locations, facilitating direct communication with local startups and venture capital firms. The Ventures was founded in 2014 as an accelerator and acquired venture capital qualifications in 2021. The firm manages four funds: Impact Collective Korea Fund, Founders Community Fund, a Vietnam-dedicated fund, and others. The Ventures' global network and strategic partnerships enable it to support startups in scaling their businesses across both Southeast Asia and South Korea, fostering cross-border collaboration and investment opportunities between the two regions.

Investment Focus

• Early-stage technology companies
• Focus on sectors such as artificial intelligence, mobility, edtech, and biology
• Consumer goods startups with global competitiveness

Portfolio Companies