SMBC Venture Capital
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Japan
Countries of investment
- Japan
Investment stages
- Seed
Industries
- Fintech
- Health Tech
- AI
- Blockchain
- Web3
About
SMBC Venture Capital is a Theyllestablished venture capital firm that has been continuously investing for over 20 years. As an integral part of the Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, they leverage their comprehensive financial network to support the growth of their portfolio companies. With a focus on creating a brighter future alongside dedicated entrepreneurs, SMBC Venture Capital has made significant contributions, including supporting over 400 companies to go public.
SMBC Venture Capital is a Theyllestablished venture capital firm that has been continuously investing for over 20 years. As an integral part of the Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, they leverage their comprehensive financial network to support the growth of their portfolio companies. With a focus on creating a brighter future alongside dedicated entrepreneurs, SMBC Venture Capital has made significant contributions, including supporting over 400 companies to go public.
Investment Thesis
SMBC Venture Capital actively supports entrepreneurs who are dedicated to their ventures and work to improve the quality of life and solve social issues. They focus on building strong relationships with management teams and leverage SMBC Groups network to bridge their portfolio companies with large corporations, talented individuals, and industry experts.
Manager's Experience
With extensive experience in venture capital, the fund manager has successfully completed over 50 deals, focusing primarily on technology and healthcare sectors in Japan and the broader Asia-Pacific region. Their strategic style emphasizes data-driven decision-making and operator-first principles, allowing for a nuanced understanding of market dynamics. Notable exits include several high-growth startups, showcasing an ability to identify and nurture promising early-stage investments. The manager’s commitment to thematic investment strategies has enabled the creation of a diverse and robust portfolio.