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VenturEast

Asia, Andhra Pradesh, India, Hyderabad

Description

VenturEast is one of India's longest-standing venture capital firms, boasting a rich history of over two decades in the Indian investment landscape. Based in Hyderabad, the firm manages a substantial portfolio, with over $400 million in assets under management spread across seven distinct funds. VenturEast has carved out a niche by primarily focusing on pioneering technology and technology-enabled businesses, positioning itself as a key player in fostering innovation within the country.

The firm's investment strategy is broad yet focused, targeting high-growth sectors such as Financial Services, Healthcare, Education, Digital platforms, SaaS, Deep Tech, and Consumer businesses. VenturEast typically engages with companies at the early to growth stages, providing not only crucial capital but also strategic guidance and operational support. They are known for their hands-on approach, aiming to partner with entrepreneurs who are committed to innovation and disrupting traditional markets, helping them navigate the complexities of scaling their ventures.

VenturEast has built a robust track record, having made over 100 investments across various industries, showcasing its extensive reach and impact within the Indian startup ecosystem. The firm has also demonstrated its capability in identifying and scaling promising ventures, successfully achieving over 40 exits from its portfolio companies. Their typical initial cheque size for new investments ranges from $2 million to $5 million, with the potential for follow-on investments that can extend total capital deployment up to $10 million per company, reflecting their commitment to long-term growth and value creation.

Investor Profile

VenturEast has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 43% of its total and boasts 13 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in India, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Analytics, Manufacturing.
  • Typical check size: $2M – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (30%)
  • Series B (26%)
  • Series Unknown (22%)
  • Series C (13%)
  • Seed (9%)

Country Focus

  • India (83%)
  • United States (17%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Analytics
  • Manufacturing
  • Software
  • Hospital
  • Medical
  • Transportation
  • Information Services
  • Wellness
  • Big Data
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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does VenturEast frequently co-invest with?

Qualcomm Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Diego
Co-Investments: 2
Mayfield Fund
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
Orios Venture Partners
Asia, Maharashtra, India, Mumbai
Co-Investments: 2
THK
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
GSR Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
IF
North America, Illinois, United States, Vermont
Co-Investments: 2
Accel
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3
Eight Roads Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 4
Omidyar Network
North America, California, United States, Redwood City
Co-Investments: 2
Endiya Partners
Asia, Andhra Pradesh, India, Hyderabad
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does VenturEast often collaborate with?

MS
North America, California, United States, Venice
Shared Deals: 1
Manas Tandon
Asia, Maharashtra, India, Mumbai
Shared Deals: 1
Binny Bansal
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Shared Deals: 1
Saikiran Krishnamurthy
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Shared Deals: 1
AV
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
Venkat Rama Mohan Reddy
Asia, Andhra Pradesh, India, Hyderabad
Shared Deals: 1
KB
Asia, India
Shared Deals: 1
Rajiv Kuchhal
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by VenturEast?

Lohum

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Lohum manufactures lithium-ion battery packs and recovers critical battery materials from used lithium-ion batteries through recycling.

AutomotiveManufacturingRecycling
Series BFeb 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $23,000,000
Infinite Uptime

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Infinite Uptime provides predictive maintenance services and plant reliability solutions.

AnalyticsBig DataIndustrial AutomationManufacturingPredictive AnalyticsProductivity Tools
Series BMay 22, 2023
Amount Raised: $18,834,838
ekincare

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India

ekincare is a corporate health benefits platform that provides healthcare intervention recommendations.

Employee BenefitsHealth CareInformation ServicesWellness
Series BMar 16, 2022
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
VideoVerse

Los Angeles, California, United States

Revolutionising video content creation & distribution through AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AIMedia and EntertainmentSportsVideoVideo Editing
Series AOct 7, 2021
Amount Raised: $11,750,000
Infinite Uptime

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Infinite Uptime provides predictive maintenance services and plant reliability solutions.

AnalyticsBig DataIndustrial AutomationManufacturingPredictive AnalyticsProductivity Tools
Series BDec 3, 2020
Amount Raised: $5,150,000
MoEngage

San Francisco, California, United States

MoEngage is an internet company that features cloud-based marketing services for consumer businesses.

AnalyticsDigital MarketingInformation TechnologyMarketing AutomationSaaS
Series CFeb 11, 2020
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
Boonbox

Mylapore, Tamil Nadu, India

Boonbox is the eCommerce venture of Inthree Access Services.

E-Commerce
Series UnknownAug 14, 2018
Amount Raised: $3,573,471
Inthree Access

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Inthree Access is an impact venture that connects the most inaccessible rural markets with products that can transform lives in Rural India.

ConsultingRetailSocial
Series AAug 14, 2018
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
iNurture

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

iNurture Education Solutions provides industry relevant courses that are suitable for undergraduates and postgraduates.

EdTechEducationHigher EducationMobile
Series CJan 31, 2018
Amount Raised: $4,300,000
ekincare

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India

ekincare is a corporate health benefits platform that provides healthcare intervention recommendations.

Employee BenefitsHealth CareInformation ServicesWellness
Series AJan 29, 2018
Amount Raised: $1,500,000