On April 10, 2025, IMI Venture Studio and e27 hosted an exclusive Venture Capital Roundtable lunch at LeVeL33 in Singapore. The session convened partners and investment leaders from some of the region’s most forward-thinking funds—spanning agnostic, deep-tech, climate-focused, B2B, and growth-stage strategies, all actively investing globally.
Why this collaboration mattered
The venture capital ecosystem in Asia continues to mature, with B2B startups facing unique challenges in fundraising, market entry, and scaling. IMI Venture Studio, committed to building ventures aligned with IMI plc’s long-term strategy in industrial and energy sectors, partnered with e27 to design a roundtable that enabled frank, peer-level discussions among active investors.
The session addressed pressing questions for both founders and investors: How can B2B startups grow capital-efficiently? What defines a strong founder-market fit? And what role do strategic partnerships play in scaling ventures sustainably?
Key themes that emerged
The closed-door exchange surfaced rich insights, including:
- The importance of capital-efficient growth models in navigating competitive funding environments.
- Identifying founder qualities that inspire investor confidence and resilience.
- Adapting to evolving market trends and aligning with industrial and energy innovation opportunities.
- Leveraging strategic partnerships to accelerate sustainable scale.
Together, these discussions highlighted not only what makes a B2B startup investable but also how VCs evaluate long-term growth potential.
The e27 x IMI approach
e27 and IMI Venture Studio worked hand-in-hand to design the agenda, secure a diverse mix of participants, and ensure the conversation reflected the realities of today’s VC landscape. The result was a seamless, high-impact roundtable that connected global investment perspectives with IMI’s venture-building vision.
As Michelle W. of IMI Venture Studio shared: “The e27 team quickly understood our goals, guided us from strategy to execution, and delivered a seamless, high-impact roundtable with top-tier VC leaders. Their professionalism, foresight, and ability to create meaningful dialogue made for a successful session. We’re grateful for the collaboration and look forward to working together again.”
A powerful gathering of investors
We were proud to welcome investment leaders from: Adaptive Capital Partners, BEENEXT, Cocoon Capital, Eurazeo, Gobi Partners, iGlobe Partners, Insignia Ventures Partners, Tembusu Partners, Purpose Venture Capital, Qualgro Partners, Rakuten Capital, The Radical Fund, Tin Men Capital, Vickers Venture Partners, and TRIREC.
This collaboration showcased how ecosystem partnerships spark meaningful exchange. By combining IMI Venture Studio’s focus on long-term venture building with e27’s ability to convene the region’s most respected investors, the roundtable created a platform for honest conversations that strengthen Southeast Asia’s innovation landscape.
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