文章介绍马尼拉值得关注的5家风险投资机构,涵盖Kaya Founders等早期投资者以及Navegar等偏成长阶段的基金,供计划在马尼拉融资的创业者参考。
Manila's startup scene is full of energy, supported by a growing number of local venture firms. Some newer funds, like Kaya Founders, have already backed nearly 30 companies in just a few years.
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Kaya Founders invests in early-stage startups across the Philippines and Southeast Asia, with portfolio companies like the social platform Kumu. The firm provides hands-on support to its founders through an in-house platform team and a network of experienced operators.
Year Founded2021 FoundersConstantin Robertz, Lisa Cheng, Paulo Campos Investment StageEarly Stage, SeedNº of Investments28 (7 as Lead Investor) Nº of Exits—As a private equity fund focused solely on the Philippines, Navegar provides growth capital to established local businesses. The firm partners with its portfolio companies, offering financial and strategic guidance to build successes like the publicly-listed TaskUs.
Year Founded2012 FoundersJavier Infante Total Funding$197MAverage Check Size$30MIndustriesHealthcare, Food & Beverage, E-Commerce, Supply Chain & Logistics, FintechInvestment StageEarly Stage, Late Stage, Private Equity, GrowthNº of Investments6 (5 as Lead Investor) Nº of Exits1 (1 IPO'd) Top Portfolio StartupsCloudstaff, Great Deals E-Commerce, TaskusContact+63 2 808 4566AHG Lab operates as a hands-on venture builder in the Philippines, partnering with founders at the seed and early stages. They provide end-to-end strategic, commercial, and tech support, which allows founders to focus entirely on building their business.
Year Founded2020 FoundersJay Basco, Mark Kooijman, Patrick Llamoso, Rene Cuartero, Revianne Sesante, Ryan Llamoso Investment StageEarly Stage, SeedNº of Investments3 (3 as Lead Investor) Nº of Exits— Contactadmin@ahglab.com / 632 8359 2428Crestone Venture Capital backs early-stage fintech companies in emerging markets, from Southeast Asia and South America to Africa and the Middle East. They specialize in financial infrastructure and embedded fintech, providing hands-on operational support to a portfolio that includes Minka in Colombia and Peddlr in the Philippines.
Year Founded2019 FoundersInanc Balci, Inanc Balci, Kai Schmitz Investment StageEarly StageNº of Investments12 (2 as Lead Investor) Nº of Exits1 Contactinanc@crestone.vcQatalyst Ventures supports early-stage pioneers in the Philippines who are building businesses designed for both social impact and profitability. Their mission is to build a community of founders who demonstrate that innovation and positive societal effects can go hand in hand with financial success.
Year Founded2020 Founders— Investment StageEarly StageNº of Investments1 Nº of Exits— Contactconnect@qatalystventures.com