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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.

500 Global is a venture capital firm with more than $2.7 billion in assets under management that invests early in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. We invest far and wide, across sectors and geographies. 500 Global’s Southeast Asia family of funds have backed over 270+ companies, including $1B+ companies Grab, Bukalapak, Carousell, Carsome, and FinAccel. This is just the beginning – we are actively growing to serve more founders, as well as connect startups with capital, expertise, and global networks to help them succeed. To uplift people and economies through entrepreneurship We believe these will be the growth areas in Southeast Asia, and actively invest in the region’s most talented entrepreneurs shaping the future. Sustainable Cities Cities are the lifeblood of Southeast Asia which we believe will be home to almost 400 million people by 2030. Can technology transform our cities into environmentally sustainable havens through innovations in energy, transport, waste management, food and agriculture? Can these cities bring us closer in a safe and empathetic way? Rural Digitization The story of cities is only part of the story. Can we include and uplift the rest of our region and seize the rural technology opportunity? Can we build solutions that help leapfrog rural development and provide people with the same access and conveniences as cities? Fintech for All The digital economy depends heavily on financial infrastructure to connect us together. We believe financial technology and embedded finance can usher in a new era of financial inclusion and returns, from smoothing income volatility, access to credit, to insurance that matters. Can we architect a financial-savvy world where no one is left behind? All-Commerce Ecosystem e-Commerce of the past decade seems to have expanded into “all-commerce” where consumers demand to buy anything, anywhere (whether online or offline), and have delivered to their doorstep anytime they choose. What innovations in global trade, logistics, supply chains and trust are needed to make this a reality? Human & Machine Productivity Technology can profoundly impact a nation’s future through increases in productivity and GDP. Likewise, we believe competition is also making technology adoption among MSMEs and large enterprises a necessity. Can ed-tech, machine middleware, low and no-code software solutions, SaaS platforms, and other innovations build more resilient economies? Healthcare & Self-care We believe healthcare is often overlooked and underinvested, until it is too late. The recent pandemic has underscored the importance of taking care of ourselves. To us, this “self-care” extends beyond just the body and also into the mind and spirit. How will technology help us take care of ourselves and each other holistically? Web 3.0 The internet is ripe for evolution, and users are discovering unprecendented ways to own, sell and trade digital assets. What do we need to create a new and completely decentralized ecosystem that’s safe and inclusive The Creator Economy Independent creators are building successful businesses through sharing their knowledge, skills and creativity. We believe this will be the main way we teach, learn, and entertain each other, and more importantly, grow together. How can technology help creators foster more authentic connections with people? Our expertise is local We have team members across Southeast Asia who bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from leading technology companies. A regional investment strategy based on diversification and scale Across 500 Global’s Southeast Asia family of funds, we invest in founders building technology companies that drive economic growth in fast-growing markets in the region. In doing so, we provide investors with both diversification, scale and returns. Our goal is to back the best wherever they’re based. Our early stage funds typically invest US$250,000 to US$500,000 in founders based primarily in or serving Southeast Asia. After our wire reaches you, our team becomes your first call for strategy, capital growth, marketing, and all-things company building.

For nearly thirty years, RRE Ventures has been a leading venture capital firm in New York with nearly $2.5B under management and +400 portfolio companies. With over 25 IPOs and dozens of trade sales through the years, there is a lot going on at any given time. Recent well-known companies include Datadog, Venmo, Braintree, DCG, Noom, Kindbody, Spring Health, Olo, and BuzzFeed, among many other category-defining businesses. We pride ourselves not only on investing in great entrepreneurs and delivering stellar returns to our LPs but also on being supportive partners to our portfolio companies and active members of the venture community.

Alpaca VC is a seed-stage venture capital firm based in New York. We believe that layering technology over daily life transforms how the real world works. So we invest in the people, products and processes that power commerce in the physical world. Together with founders, we kickstart real change with outsized impact. Led by a diverse team of company builders, operators, and analytical thinkers, Alpaca has developed a repeatable playbook to help its entrepreneurs most efficiently progress from Seed to Series A. As previous founders, we understand the ups and downs of the startup journey. The strength to break down walls and put out fires, day after day. The heart to take care of your own. The capacity to prioritize what really matters and get the big stuff done. If you are an entrepreneur creating an interesting company and would like to contact us, feel free to reach out at hey@alpaca.vc. We lead Seeds, the most formative period in a company's life cycleEarly Stage: We invest in early stage rounds across the US and Canada. $500k–$2M: Our check size can range anywhere from $500K to $2M. Founder-Market Fit: We back founders who were put on this planet to run the businesses they’re building. 35 Days: We’re the transparent VCs we wish we had. That’s why it takes us 35 days on average to close a deal. We invest in sectors that we know best.Proptech + Contech: As owners and operators ourselves, we have a frontline view to inefficiencies and opportunities. We’re interested in parking tech, branded living/working, Smart Buildings/Homes, sustainable building materials and new forms of home ownership. Commerce Enablement: Supply chains are the engine driving economic prosperity abroad. These complex, and often mismanaged systems, are ripe for disruption. We're interested in emerging solutions that have excellent potential to change that. We’re interested in Payment and Processing Softwares, Marketplaces, and tools that power global e-commerce supply chains. Web3: In the emerging Web3 space, new technologies are creating shifts in almost every aspect of life, from art and gaming to organizational structures and ownership. Consumer: Shifts in consumer preferences have created white spaces across product, experience, logistics, and more. We’re captivated by Personalization, Wellness, and Luxury goods made to be more accessible. Future of Work: The way we work is rapidly changing, from where we work to how we navigate daily business in a global world. We're interested in solutions for hybrid and remote work, live/work spaces and new technologies that drive what's next. FinTech: As the FinTech sector continues to mature, there are a number of trends characterizing the industry. These emerging technologies, matched with a population eager to invest and adapt, has continued to play an important role in shaping the future. Creator Economy: Creators are fueling new communities, tools and forms of communication with their own distinctive economies. We go beyond the capital with our OneHerd PlatformFundraising: Our team connects founders with the right players in the field. We’ve helped dozens of companies raise their Series A. OKRs: We believe structure feeds success. That’s why we take the time to outline company milestones that set founders up for a fundraiser. Experts: From Growth to Product, our experts come with a range of different skillsets that help our companies scale from 0 to 1.

UpHonest Capital is an early-stage venture capital based in Silicon Valley. We commit our investments to the most outstanding entrepreneurs and rapidly scaling early-stage startups, applying our considerable resources and networks to catalyze value creation. We are here to help and support game changers for the big greatness. Stage: Angel to Series A Investment Landscape: 500+ portfolios, 30 Unicorns Industries: ConsumerTech, Enterprise, Deeptech Sectors: New Brand, New Lifestyle, Creative Content, New E-Commerce, Productivity, vSaaS, DevTool, Robotics, Clean Energy, AgriTech, AI+ Featured Companies: Rippling, Instacart, Hims & Hers, Lime, Ironclad, Astranis, Boom Supersonic, Rescale, Dialpad, Checkr

“Auxano” defined by greek mythology means “To initiate growth” We are where the future is. With our vision based on this mantra, we believe that entrepreneurs define the growth of an economy, and where it can be in the future. Auxano was founded in 2016, by experienced investing professionals and entrepreneurs alongside the group company BellWether Associates, which has been facilitating investments for over a decade. We are an SEBI CAT-I registered Angel AIF Fund which focuses on early stage technology / innovation driven companies that are uniquely placed to grow. We look to invest in and partner with committed entrepreneurs that are rearing that share a unique passion in making a difference in the ecosystem. We believe in building lasting partnerships that drive entrepreneurship, innovation and growth!! OUR PHILOSOPHY “We build the future with you” Our philosophy is to be strategic in thinking, with realistic and a planned view of execution. At the core of everything we do, we believe in the power of great partnerships. We look for the brightest founders and team that show the drive, passion and perseverance to change the world, as we know it. We will add our time, capital and experience to give the venture, the resourceful wings, it deserves! We also take our responsibility towards our valued investors and other stakeholders, VERY seriously. Our active and hands-on investment approach, enables us to compound capital over the long term to deliver the best outcomes to them. The growth of an enterprise begins with a small step, and with the right vision, focus driven passion and resources, takes it to newer heights. It's time to redefine the future together! WHAT WE LOOK FORGrowth Stage of Business Scalable Business Model Founding Team Innovative Technology driven Revenue Generating Attractive Valuation AUXANO APPROACH Processes get things done. Systems & processes are an integral part during the journey to achieve the milestones. Auxano believes that doing simple elementary things right is…. The Approach. Having frameworks right at the beginning pays large dividends when scaling up and attracting investors to the enterprise. With a portfolio across sectors, we look at the enterprise potential, the market it serves, the people running the show – this is elementary ...Right?? Yes!!! Then we work closely in having systems, processes & the intangible in order, which help the enterprise grow over the period. In the internet information age, everything is out in the open. And we are proud to be associated with our portfolio companies who fulfill a certain need of the larger population. Welcome to the world of “AUXANO” OUR FOCUS AREAS We have a strong investment focus on groundbreaking technology products or technology-backed services or processes across consumer, enterprise healthcare and deep technology domains. Enterprise & SaaS Edtech Health Tech/ Genomics Fin Tech Smart Mobility The Emerging Unknown?