Persol venture partners

Persol Venture Partners is the corporate venture capital arm of the Japan-based Persol Group, a leader in HR services and workforce solutions. Launched as a strategic initiative, Persol Venture Partners focuses on investing in startups that are innovating in technology, staffing, and digital services, aligning with Persol Group's mission of enhancing the future of work. The firm primarily invests in early-stage companies across sectors such as HR technology, fintech, and marketplace platforms. Based in Tokyo, Persol Venture Partners typically targets investments in Japan and Southeast Asia but also backs global startups. The firm has made notable investments in companies like WAmazing, a tourism app, and NodeFlair, a recruitment software platform. Their investment approach often involves not only providing financial backing but also leveraging Persol Group's extensive industry network to support the growth and scalability of portfolio companies. Persol Venture Partners invests across various stages, including seed and Series A, typically participating in rounds that range from $2M to $60M. The firm is deeply committed to fostering open innovation and creating new business opportunities that will redefine the future of work and staffing industries​.