Arise Ventures

At Menlo Ventures, we go ALL IN. This isn’t just a motto, but how we show up everyday for the companies we back, the investors who back us, and each other. When we win, we win as a team. 47 Years 80+ Public Companies 165 + Mergers + Aquisitions $5B+ Under Management We focus on the "three stages of early" We are investors and company builders - we know what it takes to turn a budding idea into a scalable business. We work with early-stage founders to find product-market fit, develop go-to-market strategies, scale their organizations, and support them as they grow. Inception: Our Menlo Labs team helps founders validate early-stage ideas, de-risk opportunities, and build successful foundations. Venture: Our venture team provides series A and B startups with guidance and hands-on help as they build their teams and products. Inflection: Our inflection team supports early growth-stage startups during critical points as they prepare to scale. Our focus areas At every stage from inception through IPO, we invest in game-changing ideas that reinvent life and work. Although we remain open to new ventures within consumer, enterprise, and healthcare, we go deep in the following seven focus areas: AI: Generative AI is breaking into every software vertical, and winners in these markets will create massive economic and societal value. Menlo Ventures is placing bets on the most promising GenAI companies at the infrastructure and application layers, where we see immense potential for groundbreaking businesses that will reshape industries and push the boundaries of what we can achieve. Bio + Healthcare: Innovations at the intersection of advancements in technology and biology will drive major improvements in the quality of our health and the cost of healthcare. At Menlo, we invest at that intersection - backing breakthrough digital health companies (vertical SaaS and digital care) and novel life sciences companies (therapeutic platforms and transformative technologies). Consumer: The world we live in today is enhanced by technologies we might not have thought possible even 10 years ago. There is so much still to come. At Menlo, we invest in the game-changing companies of the future, those that will help us do things better, faster, or cheaper than we can today. Cloud Infrastructure: As enterprises continue migrating to the public cloud, a new generation of companies will write the playbook for the underlying infrastructure that powers their applications. These tools and platforms are built for and cater to the developer, optimized for time-to-integration with beautiful, easy-to-use UIs and APIs. Cybersecurity: In a complex, post-pandemic world, rapid cloud adoption and the proliferation of open-source software have dramatically expanded the attack surface for bad actors against enterprises, governments, and their applications. Additionally, the shift-left approach to software development requires developers to embrace a security-first mindset. As the cyber war continues, Menlo will back the best teams fighting on the frontlines. Fintech: Financial transactions and services power the global economy. Menlo invests in four fintech categories: dev-focused infrastructure and embedded finance (API layers), vertical banking, end-to-end financial services for consumers and SMBs, and tools that serve finance teams and the office of the CFO. SaaS: The shift to the cloud introduced an entirely new business model–Software-as-a-Service–and created unprecedented opportunities for enterprise software companies. Menlo divides the SaaS landscape into three categories, each with a distinct point of view that guides our investment, research, and resources: Departmental SaaS, Vertical SaaS, and Horizontal SaaS. Supply Chain + Automation: This once-in-a-generation reinvention/reinvigoration of the supply chain will create a world that is more efficient, resilient, and sustainable because of the operational efficiencies we gain. With an eye on a more functional future, Menlo invests in a broad range of technologies–robotics and industrial automation among them.

Khosla Ventures invests in companies that are bold, early and impactful. The firm was started in 2004 by Vinod Khosla, co-founder of Sun Microsystems, to provide venture assistance to entrepreneurs. Headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., Khosla Ventures invests in a range of areas including AI, climate, sustainability, enterprise, consumer, fintech, digital health, medtech and diagnostics, therapeutics and frontier technology.

Molten Ventures is Europe’s largest listed tech VC firm. We inject the most visionary companies with energy to help them transform and grow. This energy comes in many forms - capital of course but also knowledge, experience, relationships, and commitment. For our portfolio, for our investors and for our society, we make more possible. We invest in companies for the long term, but we start from early stage, so we have chosen a name that captures that very first change. When a solid becomes a liquid, it becomes Molten. We transformed venture capital In helping our portfolio transform, so too have we. Our public listing and multi-fund model allow us to provide entrepreneurs with a more flexible approach to funding, to back the best teams for as long as they need and give investors the ability to share in the growth of the companies that are inventing the future. We are global The best entrepreneurs will take their companies beyond Europe. We are part of a global community of independent funds that can help them scale across the world. We invest in Europe’s best tech companies Molten Ventures portfolio of investments boasts 67 companies includes exciting early-stage companies like Irish drone delivery company Manna Aero, Cambridge-based quantum computing software company, Riverlane, London-based climate intelligence company, Cervest and Finnish satellite company ICEYE. As a testament to its ability to support companies throughout their lifecycle, Molten’s portfolio also includes European unicorns like Trustpilot, UiPath, Graphcore, Revolut, Cazoo, Ledger and Aircall.

Pléiade Venture est une Société de Capital Risque Française. Elle investit sur le long terme, sans horizon de sortie prédéterminé. Elle soutient les entreprises innovantes de tous secteurs, hors biotech. Elle dispose de plus de 100 M€ d'actifs et investit de 0,5 à 3 M€ par opération. Elle est financée par des entrepreneurs qui forts de leur expérience désirent contribuer activement à de nouveaux succès. Elle est animée par une équipe en liaison étroite avec une vingtaine d’entrepreneurs contributifs. Nos différencesEvergreen: Pléiade Venture, à la différence des fonds, investit ses fonds propres et réinvestit ses plus-values, sans horizon de sortie prédéterminé. Actionnaire stable et pérenne, Pléiade Venture s’adapte au projet long terme de l’entrepreneur. Contributif: Notre capital est constitué d'entrepreneurs issus de secteurs variés. Ils réinvestissent une partie de leur patrimoine et partagent leur expérience avec les dirigeants de nos participations. Un quart de nos actionnaires sont d’ailleurs les fondateurs d'entreprises que nous avons financées. Galaxie: Pléiade Venture s’inscrit dans un ensemble de structures indépendantes : Pléiade Investissement (Capital Développement, LBO et retournement) Pléiade AM (Fonds d'actions cotées) autour d’une idée commune : « Faire ensemble, et faire autrement, ce que nous ne ferions pas seuls ! ». Nos CritèresStade: Seed, Series A Secteurs: Tous sauf : Biotechnologies, Entertainment, Immobilier Montant: 0,5 M€ à 3 M€, Seul ou en coinvestissement

At Exhort Ventures, we believe that the foundation of groundbreaking innovation lies in the hands of extraordinary people. Our focus is on identifying and empowering relentless founders - those with the vision, expertise, and tenacity to build and execute on their promises. Our mission is to be the catalyst for early-stage success, leveraging our extensive community and experienced networks to connect founders with the resources they need. Our promise is to back only companies in which we truly believe, and we are committed to doing everything within our power to support them – during both the good times and the bad. Our Approach Deal Flow Generation: We engage with an extensive network of established investors from leading venture capital firms, with whom we have built trust and relationships over the years. Venture firms partner with us to provide the additional capital required to close a funding round, understanding that while we may contribute a smaller cheque, we offer an extensive network that founders can tap into. We also engage with startups at their earliest stages, helping them find strategic investors when they reach the right scale. Lastly, we offer a share of the deal-specific profits (carry) to those who facilitate introductions to founders. Strategic Co-Investments: We do not lead investment rounds; instead, we invest alongside top-tier VCs that have a strong track record and with whom we identify strong alignments. The nimble structure of our syndicate allows us to make decisions more quickly, bypassing institutional red tape. This approach helps founders close deals quickly, enabling them to focus on building their businesses. Community at the Core: Our long-term vision is to foster a community of LPs who are as invested in the success of our startups as we are. We are building a community of LPs comprising CEOs of established companies, founders, industry operators, lawyers, and seasoned investors. The cumulative insights and reach of our community unlock tremendous value for founders who want us on their cap table, not just as a provider of capital. Sector-Agnostic: We are not bound by investment constraints, which allows us to identify and capitalise on the best opportunities across all sectors. However, we prefer to invest in software and in non-capital intensive businesses where technology is at their core. Therefore, we tend to avoid areas like BioTech, MedTech and ClimateTech with large hardware components. Secular Themes We Favour Each theme below represents not only a significant market opportunity but also mirrors broader societal and technological trends, which we expect to persist and evolve over the next decade. Cloud-Native Software Disruption: The shift towards cloud-native software is disrupting incumbents entrenched in outdated legacy tech stacks. New ventures are demonstrating superior scalability and efficiency at exceptionally low costs, delivering value to customers. We view the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence applications as complementary to software companies rather than disruptive. Generative AI Integration into Human Workforces: We are at the infancy of the development of generative AI, but its integration into human workforces is set to redefine productivity, creativity, and efficiency. By automating routine tasks and improving decision-making, generative AI can augment human skills and significantly boost productivity. There are numerous ventures in this space, and it is essential to navigate carefully, as the lasting impact of these innovations over the next decade is still to be determined. Digitalisation of Payments: With economies becoming more digital, the demand for secure, efficient, and adaptable payment solutions is soaring. This trend is especially relevant in emerging markets transitioning from cash to digital and in developed economies focusing on digital efficiency. The evolution of fintech, along with the adoption of blockchain and other technologies, promises to further revolutionise how transactions are conducted. HealthTech and Aging Demographics: Advancements in medicine have considerably extended average lifespans, leading to an aging population. This demographic shift presents unique challenges and opportunities. While we don't invest in Medtech (or medical hardware), we favor HealthTech solutions that aim to address critical aging-related issues, such as remote patient monitoring and personalised medicine. By leveraging AI and other technologies to deliver health-related services, HealthTech can offer more proactive and predictive care models, thereby reducing healthcare costs and enhancing the quality of life. Evolving Cybersecurity Industry: Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving field, with new threats and challenges emerging as technology advances. With the increasing digitisation of assets, the proliferation of connected devices, and the sophistication of threats, there will continue to be a growing need for advanced security solutions to protect our data and privacy. E-Commerce Solutions: The rise of e-commerce is reshaping consumer behavior, with a shift towards the convenience of online shopping. We are particularly interested in businesses that are changing consumer behavior and spending patterns. The ongoing evolution of e-commerce platforms, including the creator economy and integrations with social media, is creating new opportunities for brands to engage with consumers and enhance their experience. Our Investment Process Having a rigorous investment process can help filter through the noise, but it can also hinder your ability to identify non-obvious opportunities. We assess each deal on its own merit, acknowledging the following considerations: Founders: We invest in people – relentless, domain-expert leaders obsessed with solving real problems. We prefer founders that are deeply rooted into the problem they are solving and offer a unique perspective. Markets: We favour large and rapidly growing addressable markets. Though we also like niche, inefficient, and fragmented markets if they have much lesser competition and if we identify opportunities to expand into adjacent markets. Business Models: We favour capital-efficient businesses that leverage technology for rapid scaling. Our support extends to innovative business models, as well as proven models from other industries that can be effectively replicated across various geographies and verticals. We love enterprise solutions, embedded into workflows, that have short sales cycles and high contract values. Traction: We generally don't invest in ideas, we actively seek evidence of market validation. This means we look for clear indicators that the product not only solves a problem but also that it has garnered genuine customer enthusiasm and approval. Deal Terms: We play the long game, ensuring every term aligns with the potential for stellar returns. In early-stage deals, we focus on company ownership and pro-rata rights, which are the two single contributors to enhanced returns. When a company does really well, you want to own as much of it as you can. Why Now is the Time From a macroeconomic perspective, the era of cheap money is over... or at least for now. The balance between capital supply and demand has shifted back to investors, allowing us to benefit from lower valuations, less competitive deals and better terms. The following points are also structural tailwinds benefitting Australian investors. Aussie Ecosystem Boom: The Australian tech scene has exploded over the past decade, fuelled by record VC funding, government support, and a wave of experienced founders stemming from some Australia’s most successful startups – think of Canva, Airwallex, Safety Culture and many others. Global Solutions: The Australian market is small but is fertile ground for experimentation before going global. Global markets are now more interconnected than ever and we champion startups that think beyond borders, building products that can grow into enormous global markets. Undervalued Gems: Australian startups are often priced attractively compared to global peers, presenting a unique chance for higher return multiples. Early Mover Advantage: The Australian ecosystem is still young but at an inflection point, offering exponential return opportunities for early investors. The market is not as crowded and competitive, allowing you to handpick some of the highest quality deals.

Founded in 2011, IvyCap Ventures is one of India's leading homegrown venture capital funds leveraging IIT and IIM alumni networks to power the Indian startup ecosystem. Headquartered in Mumbai with offices in Delhi, Bengaluru, US and Singapore, the company is currently managing assets in excess of USD 530 million with a portfolio of 30+ companies spread across sectors such as ConsumerTech, HealthTech, Fintech, EdTech, Saas, Enterprise Tech, DeepTech and others. We are a sector agnostic fund stemming from our strong belief in people’s power to spark innovation & disruption. We invest in early to growth stage start-ups (Seed Pre-series A, Series A and Series B) that are building innovative technology-based products, services & business solutions and have the potential to scale and adapt to lead in a cut-throat market and became India’s first homegrown VC fund to have successfully created a dragon company' As a homegrown VC fund, we are proud to have more than 20 institutional investors investing across our funds. Promising start-ups, in addition to funding, could receive invaluable advice and scale-up support within the IvyCap Ventures ecosystem under the Mentorship Program. We also have an alumni-driven engagement platform for all the stakeholders in the start-up ecosystem under the name IvyCamp which helps in enabling engagement, accelerating business, design corporate innovation programs, and help early stage start-up communities to connect with investors. IvyCap Ventures also have direct support from over 5,000+ IIT and IIM graduates globally. Our core philosophy lies in creating enduring value for all our stakeholders through capital and expertise. We nurture relationships with our investors, and portfolio companies and believe in creating a meaningful impact while generating financial returns. Our current portfolio includes Purplle.com, Bewakoof.com, Biryani By Kilo and more, together we are accomplishing a meaningful difference.