Mole Co-Founders Au Soung Rong (R) and Melly Ling
Malaysia-based all-in-one professional networking platform Mole has secured US$110,000 in pre-seed funding from Antler.
With the new funding, Mole plans to venture into the US$1 billion traditional business card market with its digital offering. A portion of the capital will also be used to develop a networking app and a sustainable digital business card platform tailored for SMEs.
“Mole’s vision is to create a world where professionals network for real connections that go beyond business transactions,” said Ling.
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Founded in June 2022 by Au Soung Rong and Melly Ling, Mole seeks to transform professional networking by merging distinct event formats, technology, and community-driven efforts to streamline practices. It has devised NFC and QR code solutions for effortless information sharing to address challenges such as lost cards and mismatched goals.
Mole underwent mentorship by Antler in Vietnam this April.
Erik Jonsson, Partner at Antler, said, “Mole’s innovative approach, driven by technology and community-driven initiatives, aligns perfectly with Antler’s values of fostering authentic connections and inspiring personal growth.”
Mole runs an ‘I Hate Networking’ event series catering to professionals, particularly introverts, emphasising genuine connections and countering traditional networking pitfalls.
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