
Alpha JWC Ventures
Description
Alpha JWC Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm based in Jakarta, Indonesia, recognized for its significant contributions to the Southeast Asian startup ecosystem. Established as a value-adding investor, the firm primarily focuses on high-growth sectors such as FinTech and Consumer Tech, while also exploring other emerging opportunities within the region. Alpha JWC has built a reputation for its hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies, aiming to accelerate their growth and market leadership.
The firm has demonstrated remarkable growth in its fundraising capabilities, reflecting its expanding influence and investment capacity. Following its initial fund of $50 million in 2016 and a second fund of $123 million in 2019, Alpha JWC successfully closed its third and largest fund, Fund III, at an impressive $433 million in 2021. This substantial capital base enables Alpha JWC to deploy significant resources across various stages of a company's lifecycle, from seed to Series B rounds. Typically, Alpha JWC Ventures invests initial checks ranging from $1 million to $60 million, depending on the stage and specific needs of the venture.
Alpha JWC's investment philosophy emphasizes deep engagement with founders, leveraging its extensive network and operational expertise to help companies navigate challenges and scale effectively. Their portfolio includes several successful companies that have become leaders in their respective fields, underscoring the firm's ability to identify and nurture promising startups. By focusing on sectors where they possess deep domain knowledge, such as digital payments, e-commerce, and SaaS, Alpha JWC aims to create sustainable value and drive innovation across Southeast Asia's dynamic digital economy. Their commitment extends beyond capital, fostering a collaborative environment that empowers entrepreneurs to achieve their vision.
Investor Profile
Alpha JWC Ventures has backed more than 46 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 16 rounds, about 35% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Indonesia, Singapore, China.
- Strong thematic focus on FinTech, Information Technology, Financial Services.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1M – $60M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (39%)
- Seed (26%)
- Series B (20%)
- Series C (9%)
- Pre Seed (4%)
- Series Unknown (2%)
Country Focus
- Indonesia (46%)
- Singapore (43%)
- China (4%)
- Philippines (2%)
- Hong Kong (2%)
- Australia (2%)
Industry Focus
- Fintech
- Information Technology
- Financial Services
- E-commerce
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Finance
- B2b
- Automotive
- Marketplace
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