Hana Ventures

Hana Ventures is the corporate venture capital (CVC) arm of Hana Financial Group, one of South Korea's largest and most prominent financial conglomerates. Established to drive innovation and identify strategic investment opportunities, Hana Ventures plays a crucial role in supporting the growth of promising startups, particularly within the digital transformation and technology sectors. Based in Seoul, the firm leverages its parent company's extensive network and financial expertise to provide more than just capital, offering strategic guidance and potential synergies to its portfolio companies.

The firm primarily focuses on early to growth-stage companies across a diverse range of high-growth industries. Their investment thesis often centers on areas critical to future economic development and digital innovation, including information technology (IT), fintech, artificial intelligence (AI), big data, biotechnology, and mobility solutions. Hana Ventures aims to identify startups with strong technological foundations and scalable business models that can benefit from the strategic support and market access provided by the broader Hana Financial Group ecosystem. This approach allows them to foster innovation that can potentially integrate with or enhance the parent company's financial services offerings.

Hana Ventures has grown significantly since its inception, establishing itself as a key player in the South Korean venture capital landscape. As of 2023, the firm manages an impressive total Assets Under Management (AUM) exceeding ₩1.1 trillion, equivalent to approximately $820 million USD, across various specialized funds. For instance, in 2021, they launched a substantial ₩150 billion (approximately $125 million USD) fund specifically dedicated to digital transformation initiatives. The firm typically deploys first checks ranging from approximately $750,000 to $3,750,000, targeting companies that demonstrate strong potential for disruption and growth. Their strategic investments aim to not only generate financial returns but also to contribute to the advancement of innovative technologies and industries within South Korea and beyond.