Saola Ventures

Saola Ventures, founded in 2020, focuses on early-stage technology companies across Southeast Asia and the U.S. It supports businesses disrupting commerce, fintech, enterprise software, and sectors like healthtech, agtech, and sustainability. Their notable portfolio includes Neat Commerce, Flip.id, Shipper, and Finantier, all fast-growing startups in e-commerce, logistics, and fintech. Saola is sector-agnostic, but they lean towards companies leveraging technology for positive transformation. Based in Singapore and New York, the firm typically writes checks between $10K to $100K for seed and Series A rounds. While they don’t often lead rounds, they are known for partnering closely with founders, providing not just capital but also mentorship and strategic guidance. Saola is highly selective, drawn to founders who aim to reshape entire markets. The fund's founder, Tarik Abbas, is based in New York and has extensive experience in investment and advisory roles. Startups looking to engage Saola are encouraged to email directly with a clear pitch and detailed company overview​.