Y&Archer
Overview
Y&Archer is a global accelerator company designated by the Korea Ministry of SMEs and Startups. The company operates international offices in Guangzhou, China; Philadelphia, USA; and Luzern, Switzerland, aiming to serve as a bridge for startups to penetrate the global market. Y&Archer offers various programs, including the Market Demand-Type Program (MDP), which analyzes business items and systems to provide customizable solutions for startups. Additionally, the company provides business consultations focusing on strategies related to new business, investment, marketing, and global projects within the startup ecosystem and venture industry. Y&Archer also offers education programs such as public education, strategy education, global education, startup competitions, and training to support startups in their growth and development. In 2025, Y&Archer invested a total of 7.5 billion Korean Won in 57 startups, with a cumulative investment value of approximately 1.6 trillion Korean Won across 222 companies. The investment strategy focused on strengthening technology-based investments in deep tech and expanding the discovery of region-based startups. The company also extended its investment targets to include entrepreneurially driven small businesses and local brands, aiming to create a portfolio where technology and regional industries grow together. Y&Archer's investments spanned various regions, including Seoul, Gyeonggi, Gyeongbuk, Gyeongnam, Daegu, Gwangju, Sejong, Chungcheong, and Jeju, demonstrating a nationwide approach to supporting startups. Y&Archer's global expansion efforts in 2025 included partnerships in Thailand, Europe, and Seoul. In Thailand, the company established a presence in Bangkok to discover and invest in Southeast Asian startups, receiving the Prime Minister's Award at the 'Thailand Startup 2025' ceremony. In Europe, Y&Archer collaborated with Tenity, a Zurich-based investment firm, to create programs facilitating the entry of Korean startups into the European market. In Seoul, the company participated in programs supporting the entry of overseas startups into the domestic market, thereby expanding its global startup exchange initiatives. These efforts reflect Y&Archer's commitment to fostering international collaboration and supporting startups in their global expansion endeavors.
Investment Focus
- Startups with innovative technologies
- Scalable business models
- Potential for international market expansion
- Strong management teams
- Clear value propositions
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Y&Archer invest in?
Y&Archer invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in 영등포구, South Korea. Y&Archer is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Y&Archer invest at?
Y&Archer backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 500K - 10M.
Which regions does Y&Archer invest in?
Y&Archer invests across United States, China, Switzerland, South Korea and Thailand.
Who are the partners at Y&Archer?
Team members listed for Y&Archer include Francis Han (Chief Executive Officer) and Charles Kim (Executive Director).
What companies has Y&Archer invested in?
Y&Archer's portfolio includes Market of Material, C2C Materials, Icerti, Enercamp and Dr. K Healthcare.
How do I contact Y&Archer?
Y&Archer's contact details — including 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
