Yonsei Technology Holdings

Corporate VC Incheon, South Korea ·Founded 2011

Overview

Yonsei Technology Holdings is a South Korean corporate venture capital firm established in May 2011 as a subsidiary of Yonsei University. Its primary mission is to commercialize the university's research outcomes and invest in innovative technology ventures, thereby bridging the gap between academia and industry. The firm aims to create healthy profits by strengthening research capabilities through the expansion of the university's finances and contributing to society through the commercialization of technology. The firm's investment strategy encompasses various stages, including seed, early stage, series A, series B, growth, late stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed investments. Yonsei Technology Holdings focuses on a wide range of industries, such as technology, healthcare, biotechnology, engineering, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, semiconductors, materials science, energy, environmental services, robotics, artificial intelligence, software, consumer electronics, and automotive sectors. This diverse approach allows the firm to support a broad spectrum of innovative ventures. Yonsei Technology Holdings operates with a commitment to reinvest profits to enhance research and development capabilities, support startups, and provide high-quality job opportunities for students. By promoting industry-academic cooperation, the firm contributes to domestic industries and the broader economy. Its portfolio includes subsidiaries like KELAI Co., Ltd., Rainbow Plus Co., Ltd., YHDS Co., Ltd., IR Alloy Research Co., Ltd., RD Solution Co., Ltd., and Aeson Co., Ltd., reflecting its active role in fostering technological innovation and commercialization.

Investment Focus

  • Innovative technology ventures
  • Alignment with Yonsei University's research outcomes
  • Potential for commercialization
  • Contribution to bridging academia and industry

Portfolio Companies

KELAI Co., Ltd.Rainbow Plus Co., Ltd.YHDS Co., Ltd.IR Alloy Research Co., Ltd.RD Solution Co., Ltd.Aeson Co., Ltd.

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Frequently asked questions about Yonsei Technology Holdings

What sectors does Yonsei Technology Holdings invest in?

Yonsei Technology Holdings invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Automotive, Software and Artificial Intelligence, and is based in Incheon, South Korea. Yonsei Technology Holdings is listed as a corporate vc in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Yonsei Technology Holdings invest at?

Yonsei Technology Holdings backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage.

Which regions does Yonsei Technology Holdings invest in?

Yonsei Technology Holdings invests across South Korea.

What companies has Yonsei Technology Holdings invested in?

Yonsei Technology Holdings's portfolio includes KELAI Co., Ltd., Rainbow Plus Co., Ltd., YHDS Co., Ltd., IR Alloy Research Co., Ltd., RD Solution Co., Ltd. and Aeson Co., Ltd..

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