Ascend Venture Capital

Cocoon Capital is a leading, early-stage venture capital firm investing in Southeast Asian enterprise and deep tech startups. We engage deeply with our portfolio companies, acting as trusted advisors. We strive to give founders the necessary resources to accelerate their businesses and personal growth in a holistic environment. How do we work with you? As an active, early-stage investor, we allocate substantial time to each new company post-investment by only doing 6 new deals each year. We act as your trusted advisors supporting you in all aspects of running a business. To help you grow, we put special emphasis on your and your co-founders’ personal development. We enjoy that you are proactive and clearly state what you need from us; in return we will work relentlessly to deliver. We always seek to build long-term partnerships so that we can support you in both good and bad times. How do we source deals? Always on the lookout for the best founders in Southeast Asia, you can find us at events, conferences, demo days and at our monthly mentoring sessions that we do around Southeast Asia. We look for resilient and focused founders who are not afraid to fail forward. Our own founding experience has taught us that a seed-stage startup is a work in progress, so we are more interested in where you are going than where you are at right now. What are we looking for?Strong teams: The best teams have the right mix of deep knowledge & the ability to hustle their way through.And they enjoy working together, understand that success takes time, and can manage risk and stress. Real commitment: We are relaxed and informal but we can also be pretty straight shooters if required. As hands-on investors, we enjoy working committed teams who are ready to listen, learn and test. Exit potential: We generally invest in companies where we believe an exit could happen in 6 to 8 years. This means your market size has to be large enough and that there has to be potential buyers of your business. Scalability: Whether a copycat or an original idea, your business needs to be scalable in a sufficiently large market and be able to reach critical mass within the next 5 years. Enterprise focus: We believe investors do a better job if they stay focused. Therefore, we primarily target enterprise & deep tech companies. We believe these verticals have the largest chance of success in the current market environment. Singapore holding: While we invest in startups across Southeast Asia, companies have to agree to incorporating a holding company in Singapore before we close the deal. How does it work?Apply: We only consider applicants that have gone through our online registration system. Investment amount: We typically invest from S$500k to S$1m, depending on how much your company needs for an 18-month runway. Time frame: If your pitch deck interests us, you’ll be contacted for a follow-up meeting. We will then do due diligence on all the information provided and if everything goes well, we will sign a term sheet. The process then typically takes 8 to 10 weeks until the investment is completed. Keeping it confidential: We commit to keeping your application and all information shared with us confidential. However, we only sign non-disclosure terms as part of our term sheet and will not sign a separate NDA (Non-disclosure agreement) prior to that. This is standard practice across most institutional investors. What are the terms? Ownership stake: We don’t have any strict ownership requirements but we usually target to own more than 20% of the business after the first round of investment. Leading the round: We invest in a limited number of start-ups each year with a high degree of involvement in leading and coaching the teams. We therefore prefer to lead the seed rounds we participate in. Board seat: We always require at least one board seat for all our seed investments. However, we still find that most of our work with our portfolio companies happens outside the board room.

Converge is a Cambridge, MA-based venture capital fund with a focus on investing in great B2B technology companies in multiple geographies. Our current portfolio includes companies in Austin, Boston, NYC, Miami, Seattle, San Francisco, Toronto, Germany, and Israel. The firm invests at the seed and early-stage rounds of high-potential companies driving the next wave of automation for businesses. The firm is co-founded and led by two General Partners with a combined 45+ years of investing experience in B2B enterprise tech and venture capital. Converge closed its most recent fund in January 2022 and is actively investing.

Our passion is to help entrepreneurs grow, win and stay in the game to achieve their own dreams. FOUNDERS BACKING FOUNDERS Swift Ventures is the fund that we wish existed when we were starting out -- a low-ego, sincerely helpful firm led by former founders who get it. With decades of company-building experience, Swift provides relevant and practical “garage-to-IPO” building and scaling expertise. While our firm is new, our team has been having fun going for it together as co-founders since 2006. We have “in the trenches” experience at building companies through every stage including IPO and acquisitions. We know what it’s like to be on top of the world one day and dealing with an existential crisis the next. We have rung the bell and know that getting there can be absolutely brutal on our bodies and relationships. Our mission and passion are to help entrepreneurs grow, win and stay in the game to achieve their own dreams. We are guided by the belief that there is no higher calling than creating something of value to the world from scratch. But overcoming the haters, incumbents and the status quo isn’t for everyone. The name “Swift” comes from our shared experience that while there are many paths to build great companies – the best entrepreneurs have the ability to build, learn and iterate faster than others think is possible. INVESTMENT FOCUS We invest in AI and Automation companies with B2B business models. Typically, we are looking for companies that have an early compelling product with positive revenue and retention signals. More than any focus or pedigree we value Founders that are bold and that have a high Do:Say ratio (and expect the same of ourselves)

We help Europe’s deep tech startups gain next-level traction. Industry & Enterprise Focus We don’t just transform industries – we think the unthinkable, and we back technical teams that make it reality. Manufacturing, construction, supply chain, logistics and R&D are all part of Join’s reimagined industrial landscape, led by pioneering founders. Global Outlook With both localized support and an international mindset, we help scale groundbreaking products that address specific global challenges. Founders get a toolkit for maximizing traction worldwide and laying the foundations for exponential growth. Early-Stage Investment We turn scientists and engineers into leaders and CEOs, supplementing their technical expertise with a business instinct that keeps them agile and capable. With our investment, founders have all the resources they need to put the growth wheels in motion. Next-Stage Traction The accomplished experts in our network know what works for selecting talent, developing sales organizations and accelerating change in key strategic areas. They’re around every step of the way in Join’s 360-degree support series Select – Align – Perform – Connect. Select - Surefire recruitment at a key stage. Founders hit the ground running with proven hiring techniques that help bring in the best-fit talent for big positions. No more costly hiring mistakes. No more drains on resources. Just effective strategies that work. Align - Full-on team synchronization. Coaching and discovery sessions help leadership hone in on the essence of their vision and strategy so that the rest of the team can amplify it. It sounds simple because it is: Leaders who connect the organizational dots early on have a more keen ability to execute and scale. Perform - Sales that scale with you. We bring sales and management into the same arena so they can grow together – and the results speak for themselves. High performance scalability becomes second nature when we help teams pinpoint their strengths and weaknesses in the money-making area. Helping entrepreneurs build an agile sales strategy and toolkit accelerates growth and reduces growing pains. Connect - Introductions that matter. The “who’s who” of industrial leaders have put their money where their mouth is, backing Join with substantial capital. Even more importantly, their investment comes with a promise to roll up their sleeves and help our portfolio companies with access to decision-makers in leading companies – from SMB and Mittelstand to top corporates. The ultimate toolkit for technical founders. Many founders’ hearts beat to the drum of deep tech, and no matter their background, we meet them where they are to drive their company forward. We specialise in European B2B software startups at Seed and Series A stages. What we look for is some sign of market fit (up and running pilots, engaged users, positive customer feedback etc.) or high tech solutions with significant market potential. We invest €1-5m as Lead Investor in Seed to Series A stages and commit 50% of our fund to follow-on rounds. To date, we have invested in 17 startups (and exited 3!) across 9 different countries across Europe from Finland to Portugal via the UK. About Join When it comes to our role as a VC, we’re not afraid to get our hands dirty. That means digging in alongside our founders when they’re tackling a challenge, empowering them to take on bigger ones in the future and being there to send champagne when they succeed. A curious passion for earth-shattering tech is what brought that vision together in 2014. Back then, we sought out Europe’s most technical, pioneering founders to support their growth on a global scale. Our practice and vision remains the same today, strengthened at its core by our blossoming portfolio, inspiring international networks and the diverse team we’ve assembled at our bright and cheerful HQ in Berlin. When we invest in a startup, we step into the founding team’s shoes. After all, our involvement isn’t just about funding – it’s about partnership. Our companies now count on us to deliver the industry insight we’ve gained over the years and to keep an eye on the horizon for what’s to come. That’s the essence of Join. It’s why we’re always thrilled when companies hit their stride not just in growth and numbers, but also in areas such as team-building, diversity and vision. We’re now proud to be one a world-leading VC in the industrial space, and we’re just getting started.

A US-Taiwan cross-border seed stage fund that invests in US-facing startups specializing in AI-enabled services, data-driven digital transformation, and vertical SaaS. Go Global is our goal. Addin Ventures aims to offer additional value to early stage startups. When resources are limited in the early stages, having a partner who understands and injects value into a startup team can be invaluable. This is also where Addin Ventures comes in, to help strengthen the platform of startup teams and foster their growth. Addin Ventures is a seed-stage fund that focuses on investing in US-facing startups specializing in AI/LLM-enabled services, data-driven digital transformation, and vertical B2B SaaS offerings that drive disruptive innovation in existing industries. Our Investment Philosophy At Addin Ventures, we believe that the cornerstone of early-stage investment lies in the founding team's willpower, intelligence, and execution skills - the Heart, Head, and Hand that collectively form the Team. We delve deeper into intelligence, examining your logical thinking and whether you possess the crucial Long-Term Thinking mindset necessary to realize your vision. We value a Data-Driven approach, understanding that it forms the bedrock of sound decision-making. Willpower extends to the entrepreneur's Inner mindset. Have you truly grasped the essence of entrepreneurship? Do you harbor a Vision grand enough to elevate your perspective? The crux of entrepreneurship is about who you are. The ventures that spring from your core identity are those that will showcase your maximum value and solve the most significant challenges. In our globalized world, we favor teams with a resolute Go Global mindset. This is the key to creating a larger, more meaningful Impact. At Addin Ventures, we're not just investors - we're partners in your journey to greatness. If you're a founder with unwavering willpower, sharp intelligence, and relentless execution skills, coupled with a global vision, we want to hear from you. Let's join forces to transform your innovative ideas into world-changing realities. Together, we can push boundaries, overcome challenges, and create a lasting impact on a global scale. Are you ready to take your venture to new heights? Reach out to Addin Ventures today. Let's shape the future of innovation, one groundbreaking idea at a time. Team Beyond the essential 3H qualities (Heart, Head, and Hand), exceptional founders possess a trait that Addin Ventures holds in the highest regard: integrity. We believe that honesty and ethical conduct form the bedrock of sustainable success. At Addin Ventures, our mission transcends mere investment. We aspire to collaborate with visionary entrepreneurs who share our commitment to Add-in More Value to the world every single day. Together, we aim to catalyze a virtuous cycle of positive impact, driving innovation that benefits society at large. We're not just looking for business partners; we're seeking changemakers who are as dedicated to ethical practices as they are to groundbreaking ideas. If you're a founder who believes in the power of integrity and shares our vision of creating lasting, positive change, we want to hear from you. Join us at Addin Ventures, where we don't just build companies - we nurture ventures that make the world a better place. Let's embark on this journey together, adding value, fostering innovation, and cultivating a legacy of positive impact. Data-Driven Methodology At Addin Ventures, we firmly believe that "Numbers are the Boss." We champion decision-making processes that are rooted in robust data collection and insightful analysis. By uncovering the meaningful patterns hidden within the numbers, and coupling this intelligence with strong execution capabilities, we empower our partners to rapidly iterate in response to dynamic market conditions. This data-driven approach is not just a strategy - it's our philosophy. We understand that market validation and success come from the ability to adapt quickly and make informed decisions. By letting the numbers guide us, we can navigate the complex landscape of entrepreneurship with greater confidence and precision. Our commitment to this principle ensures that we're not just following hunches or trends, but making calculated moves based on solid evidence. This approach allows us to minimize risks and maximize opportunities, giving our portfolio companies a significant edge in their respective markets. If you're a founder who shares our belief in the power of data-driven decision making and rapid market adaptation, we want to hear from you. Join us at Addin Ventures, where we turn numbers into narratives of success, and data into market-disrupting decisions. Let's harness the power of numbers together and create a future where your business doesn't just survive, but thrives in an ever-changing market landscape Go Global In the digital software realm, we recognize the "Winner Takes All" phenomenon. To build a truly influential service, a vast user base is an indispensable foundation. The trend towards "Go Global" is not just a choice - it's an irreversible necessity. At Addin Ventures, we understand that in today's interconnected world, thinking locally is no longer enough. The digital landscape has erased geographical boundaries, opening up unprecedented opportunities for those bold enough to seize them. We believe that the most impactful solutions are those that can scale across borders and cultures. By embracing a global mindset from the outset, startups can tap into larger markets, diverse talent pools, and a wealth of perspectives that fuel innovation. Our mission is to empower founders who dare to dream on a global scale. We provide not just capital, but the strategic insights and networks necessary to transform local innovations into global phenomena. If you're an entrepreneur with a vision that transcends borders, you've found your perfect partner in Addin Ventures. Together, let's build solutions that resonate worldwide, capture expansive user bases, and reshape industries on a global scale. Are you ready to go beyond local and make your mark on the world stage? Join us at Addin Ventures, where we turn global ambitions into reality. Let's embark on this worldwide journey together and create services that captivate users across continents.

Walter Ventures is the early-stage investment platform of the Walter Group. We identify and support emerging, scalable, impactful innovations led by visionary entrepreneurs. Our growing team is motivated to invest in exceptional, mission-driven founders who lead technology-enabled companies. We focus on Series A enterprise software companies tackling core value creation for established industries, and believe in projects that enable sustainable socio-economic development. Walter Ventures launched in 2017 in Canada and continued its global growth by relocating its team and main operations to Europe in 2019.