Accelerating Asia
Accelerating Asia is an accelerator firm based in Singapore, founded in 2018. It focuses on investing in pre-Series A startups across various sectors, including ed-tech, SaaS, logistics, big data, human resources tech, ad tech, travel tech, ag-tech, and fintech. With a preference for impact investments, Accelerating Asia targets startups that are 6 to 18 months away from institutional funding and offers investments of up to $250,000. The firm aims to support businesses that have a robust product and early customer traction, which are often overlooked by other investors in the region. By running programs for both startups and investors, Accelerating Asia is committed to accelerating the growth of emerging companies and fostering entrepreneurship as a means of driving positive change within communities across Southeast and South Asia.
Past deals in Philippines
Mayani
Seed Round in 2023
Mayani is a Philippines-based online farm-to-table platform connecting over 60,000 smallholder farmers with consumers in retail and commercial markets. It sources fresh produce directly from farmers and distributes it through a network that includes pre-cooling facilities and services for cosmetically imperfect produce, enabling affordable, fresh options and helping farmers improve income. The platform also serves as a supply partner for large retailers and institutions, strengthening the agricultural supply chain across the country. Backed by the Asian Development Bank and AgFunder, Mayani focuses on reducing waste, increasing farmer earnings, and expanding markets for smallholders.
Cocotel
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Cocotel is a hotel brand and operator that partners with independent hotels, resorts and beachfront properties in the Philippines and across Southeast Asia to offer affordable accommodations and a one-stop platform for reservations and property management. The company aggregates inventory from small, owner-operated properties, providing services such as online and channel management, sales and digital marketing, social media management and a property management system to help partners reach guests and optimise revenue. It also supports refurbishing rooms to improve appeal and value for travelers. Cocotel focuses on 1- to 3-star properties, delivering accessible stays for vacationers at gateway destinations, and is based in Pasig, Philippines.
Mayani
Seed Round in 2021
Mayani is a Philippines-based online farm-to-table platform connecting over 60,000 smallholder farmers with consumers in retail and commercial markets. It sources fresh produce directly from farmers and distributes it through a network that includes pre-cooling facilities and services for cosmetically imperfect produce, enabling affordable, fresh options and helping farmers improve income. The platform also serves as a supply partner for large retailers and institutions, strengthening the agricultural supply chain across the country. Backed by the Asian Development Bank and AgFunder, Mayani focuses on reducing waste, increasing farmer earnings, and expanding markets for smallholders.
BeamAndGo
Pre Seed Round in 2019
BeamAndGo enables Filipinos abroad to conveniently purchase essentials like groceries and medicines for loved ones back home via digital gift certificates redeemable at partnered stores nationwide. This secure, efficient service offers transparency through its tools, starting at a USD$1.99 service fee.
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