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Expara

Expara

Singapore, Singapore

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About

Expara is a leading venture capital firm in Southeast Asia, known for its early-stage investments and acceleration programs. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Singapore, Expara has established itself as a pioneer in the region's VC ecosystem. The firm focuses on industries such as fintech, healthtech, artificial intelligence (AI), foodtech, and blockchain, having invested in more than 90 startups through five venture capital funds. With offices in Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and other countries, Expara’s regional presence is robust, providing startups with access to vital mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. Over the past 20 years, Expara has helped companies in its portfolio raise over $700 million in follow-on investments, and its expertise extends to corporate innovation and venture services, where it works with large enterprises to foster technological growth and industry disruption. The firm also plays a critical role in entrepreneurial education, offering a variety of training programs through Expara Academy. These programs focus on equipping both entrepreneurs and investors with the necessary skills to succeed in the fast-paced world of startups. Expara’s portfolio is diverse, covering sectors like AR/VR, SaaS, e-commerce, and healthcare, with a notable focus on companies that leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve real-world problems. The firm’s track record of successful exits further reinforces its reputation as a key player in Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem.

Details

Average check

$1M-$3M
$500K-$1M
$100K-$500K

Round

Seed
Series A

Previous Investments

Advertising & Marketing
Agritech & Farming
AI & Deep Tech
Biotech
CleanTech & Sustainability
Communications & Messaging
Consumer Goods & Electronics
Data & Analytics
E-commerce & Retail
Education
Energy & Utilities
Fashion & Apparel
Fintech & Financial services
Food & Beverage
Gaming
Hardware. Robotics & IoT
Healthtech & Wellness
HR & Recruitment
Legal & Professional services
Lifestyle
Media, Events & Entertainment
Natural Resources
Pharma
Real Estate & Proptech
Security & Privacy
Social media
Software & Apps
Sports & Fitness
Transportation & Mobility
Travel & Tourism
VR & AR
Web 3.0

Highlights

$412.7k

Historical average check

$2.7M

Historical max check

October 2019

Last investment date

11

Investments

Software & Apps

AI & Deep Tech

Healthtech & Wellness

Hardware. Robotics & IoT

Transportation & Mobility

VR & AR

E-commerce & Retail

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Website

expara.com

Email

exparathaifund@expara.com

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