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Ventech China

Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai

Description

Ventech China is the dedicated Chinese arm of Ventech, a global venture capital firm headquartered in Paris. Based in Shanghai, the firm primarily targets early-stage technology companies within the burgeoning Chinese market. Its investment thesis centers on disruptive innovations across sectors such as IT, mobile technology, e-commerce, and digital media. The firm typically engages with startups from Seed to Series B stages, seeking to identify and nurture high-growth potential ventures that can achieve significant market impact.

Ventech China leverages its deep understanding of local market dynamics combined with Ventech's extensive global network and expertise. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance, operational support, and access to industry connections to its portfolio companies. Beyond capital, Ventech China aims to be a value-added partner, assisting entrepreneurs in navigating the complexities of scaling in China. Their portfolio includes notable successes that have achieved significant market penetration and valuations within the competitive Chinese tech landscape.

Ventech China typically deploys initial investments ranging from $1 million to $5 million, with the capacity for substantial follow-on funding in subsequent rounds as companies demonstrate growth and require further capital. The firm is part of a larger global Ventech platform which manages over €900 million in assets across various funds, underscoring its substantial financial backing and long-term commitment to the venture ecosystem. This allows Ventech China to participate in significant funding rounds and support its portfolio companies through various growth phases, from inception to maturity.

While its primary focus is China, Ventech China benefits from the broader Ventech group's international perspective, which can be advantageous for portfolio companies considering global expansion. The firm remains agile in its sector focus, continuously adapting to emerging trends within the technology landscape, including areas like AI, big data, and SaaS, which are increasingly relevant in the Chinese market. Their strategic presence in Shanghai positions them at the heart of China's technological innovation hub, enabling close collaboration with entrepreneurs.

Investor Profile

Ventech China has backed more than 24 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 13% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in China, Singapore, Spain.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Mobile, Health Care.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (46%)
  • Series A (25%)
  • Seed (13%)
  • Series Unknown (13%)
  • Series C (4%)

Country Focus

  • China (54%)
  • Singapore (21%)
  • Spain (4%)
  • United States (4%)
  • Malaysia (4%)
  • Japan (4%)
  • United Kingdom (4%)
  • Austria (4%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Mobile
  • Health Care
  • Apps
  • Internet
  • Fitness
  • Wellness
  • Retail
  • Information Technology
  • Media And Entertainment
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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Ventech China frequently co-invest with?

Co-Investments: 2
AC
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Kleiner Perkins
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
Fosun RZ Capital
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 2
GSR Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
MSA Capital
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 3
Qiming Venture Partners
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 2
Highland Capital Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Lexington
Co-Investments: 2
TA
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 2
GGV Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Ventech China often collaborate with?

CD
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
Fritz Demopoulos
Asia, Singapore
Shared Deals: 2
HB
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
MH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Daniel Schryer
Asia, Bali, Indonesia
Shared Deals: 1
AA
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Ron Cao
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Shared Deals: 1
CP
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
OH
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Ventech China?

MetaLenX

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Metalens is a designer and manufacturer of optical devices.

Manufacturing
Series ADec 31, 2024
Amount Raised: $13,702,196
Huafa Geometry

Tongzhou, Beijing, China

Huafa Geometry is a pet smart ecosystem brand that specializes in providing fish tanks and aquarium with smart technology.

AquacultureE-CommerceManufacturingSmart Home
SeedAug 16, 2024
Chainstack

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Managed blockchain services making it simple to launch and scale decentralized networks and applications.

BlockchainCloud InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyInternetIT InfrastructureSoftware
Series UnknownMay 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
E-Health Now LLC

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

We are the first HIPAA compliant platform that focuses on optimizing cancer treatment plans for patients in China locally, on a B2B model.

B2BHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsOncology
Series BMay 29, 2023
Huamei Haolian

Beijing, Beijing, China

Huamei Haolian specializes in providing telemedicine and medical tourism services.

Health CareInformation TechnologymHealthTelecommunications
Series BMay 23, 2023
Reflaunt

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Reflaunt gives brand's customers the option to re-sell or donate their wardrobes on the brand's individual e-commerce platforms.

E-CommerceFashionShopping
Series AAug 11, 2022
Amount Raised: $11,000,000
Huamei Haolian

Beijing, Beijing, China

Huamei Haolian specializes in providing telemedicine and medical tourism services.

Health CareInformation TechnologymHealthTelecommunications
Series AJun 23, 2022
Pop Meals

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Pop Meals is a food delivery service that utilizes artificial intelligence in logistics and cooking automation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageFood DeliveryLogisticsRobotics
Series BFeb 27, 2020
Amount Raised: $18,000,000
Helpling

London, England, United Kingdom

Helpling is an online booking and payment platform that provides on-demand home services outside the U.S.

AppsHome ServicesInternetMarketplaceReal EstateSoftware
Series UnknownOct 31, 2019
Amount Raised: $22,311,468
Tinkamo

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Tinkamo is a modular STEM toys for the Chinese playschool market.

E-CommerceRetail
SeedApr 3, 2019