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A flourishing innovation ecosystem has resulted in future investors noting the lucrative opportunities presented by allocating their assets to the venture capital space. In Southeast Asia, early-stage venture capital is thriving, with angel investors playing a crucial role in nurturing startups, especially in underserved markets like Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam. These emerging economies offer a wealth of untapped talent and innovative ideas, allowing investors to participate in what could be the best vintage of young startups from across the region.
Unfortunately, access to these startups has proven difficult, with a high barrier to entry. If their profile is anything but a founder, a family member, or a close friend of one, it is unlikely an investor will be able to join a startup from its inception. Becoming an angel investor is more feasible if they are a wealthy, accredited investor.
With the power of technology, A2D grants access to early-stage startups and empowers investors by lowering the knowledge gap, broadening access to venture investing, and breaking down entry barriers.
Unlocking opportunities for founders and accredited investors
A2D Ventures is Thailand’s fastest-growing angel investing platform. The platform connects angel investors, family offices, and venture capitalists to come together and discover game-changing startups all across Southeast Asia.
Part of their USP is the simplified startup investing process with a seamless digital model. This approach allows investors to build a diversified startup portfolio alongside trusted VCs from across the globe. A2D Ventures is armed with its philosophies of accelerating regional growth, building a promising portfolio of startups, capitalising on trusted investment opportunities, and democratising the world’s most exclusive asset class: venture capital.
A2D Ventures founders’ expertise comes from extensive backgrounds across consumer technology, business building, growth strategy, angel investing, and venture capital, consisting of Shopee, McKinsey, ECG Venture Capital, Triumph Motorcycles, and Avareum. Their dynamic team and advisors of ex-operators, angel investors, investment managers, and corporate leaders collaborate closely with portfolio companies, providing not just funding but strategic guidance and hyper-local network access.
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“We’re empowering investors to pioneer change and foster innovation across Southeast Asia, A2D Ventures is the bridge between promising startups and world-class investors. Together, we’re not just investing in companies; we’re investing in the future of a region, unlocking potential, and shaping tomorrow’s success stories. By streamlining the investment process and breaking down barriers, we’re helping founders navigate the complexities of funding fragmentation and ensuring that every innovative idea has the chance to flourish,” says Ankit Upadhyay, Founder & General Partner, of A2D Ventures.
They aim to expand access to innovative, early-stage startups across Southeast Asia and positively impact the region by enabling job creation and economic growth. As a result, the cycle continues, and startups can empower individuals and communities and contribute to the region’s sustainable development. Apart from providing accessible funding access to investors, A2D Ventures focuses on diversity by creating an inclusive ecosystem where everyone can succeed regardless of background.
Empowering entrepreneurs and investors to come together, fostering collaboration and innovation
A2D Ventures is looking forward to showcasing its team’s expertise and insights through speaking engagements and workshops. Joining other investors, Ankit Upadhyay, Founder & General Partner, will speak at the panel titled “Unveiling VC 2.0 or Navigating the Chaos? Decoding the Future of SEA Venture Capital in 2024”. In this session, investors will head into the rapidly evolving landscape of venture capital in Southeast Asia and explore the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping VC 2.0. With the region experiencing unprecedented growth in startup activity and investment, understanding the future of venture capital is crucial for entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem players alike.
Ankit will also moderate a roundtable discussion on “Beyond Borders: Angel Investing Across Southeast Asia (by A2D Ventures).” The roundtable event aims to shed light on how to identify promising startups and investment opportunities and how the Southeast Asian investment landscape has evolved in the last few years.
Fund managers, general partners, family offices, angel investors, accelerators, and ecosystem enablers can also benefit from meeting A2D Ventures to facilitate strategic partnerships and co-investment opportunities for their respective portfolios. A2D Ventures looks forward to engaging with industry associations and communities to connect with like-minded individuals, share knowledge and insights, and build connections within the startup ecosystem.
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A2D Ventures is one of the many exciting industry leaders from across the Southeast Asian region who will be joining us for Echelon X. Joining them are other key leaders, visionary entrepreneurs, and groundbreaking startups from all corners of the region who will be gathering together for two packed days. Echelon X will feature dedicated content stages, exhibitions, panel discussions, and more to support and empower the tech startup ecosystem with actionable insights through a series of knowledge-sharing activities.
Whether you’re eager to expand your knowledge, network with key players from the tech startup scene, or showcase your innovative ideas, Echelon X offers an unparalleled experience. Join us as a participant or an official partner by securing your spot now on our official page. Let’s embark on a journey to shape the future and create a lasting impact together.
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