SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Michael Aberman

Partner

Lindsay Atkenson

Analyst

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Po Bronson

General Partner

Stephen Chambers

Partner

Navin Danapal

SEA Director

Hiruy Ephrem

Analyst

Sheng Ge

Partner, Investments Operations

Weichang Ge

Analyst

TR Harrington

Partner

Bill Liao

General Partner

Ching-Ping Lin

Partner

Stephen McCann

CFO and General Partner

Carthach McCarthy

CFO

Yuan-Ting Meng

Analyst

Paul Monaghan

Principal

Eric Ramsay

Analyst

Pae Wu

General Partner

Sabriya Stukes Ph.D

Partner

Past deals in Digital Marketing

Genetsis Group

Convertible Note in 2023
Genetsis Group operates as a digital marketing agency, specializing in marketing strategy, development, and management in digital environments. The company provides a range of services, including data marketing, CRM strategy and activation, business intelligence, e-commerce optimization, and marketing automation. Additionally, Genetsis Group offers digital agency services such as campaign strategy, design and user experience, social media management, mobile development, and analytics. The firm is focused on delivering integrated digital communication and multiplatform interactive design, while also assisting businesses in executing digital transformation strategies to enhance customer experiences and improve operational efficiency. Founded in 1994, Genetsis Group is headquartered in Alcobendas, Spain, with additional offices in Shanghai, San Francisco, and Mexico City.

Bounty Media

Seed Round in 2022
Operator of an online zero-party data platform intended to acquire consent-based GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)-compliant customer data at scale. The company's platform allows advertisers to reach entire populations through a partner network of hundreds of millions of users in each region and provides end-to-end tools for brands to securely pay for hyper-targeted user subscriptions, enabling brands to increase their audience engagement and entertain them in exchange for zero-party deep data at scale.

KalaGato

Seed Round in 2021
KalaGato is a data analytics platform based in New Delhi, India, that specializes in providing business intelligence to investors and marketers. Founded in 2015, the company collects consumer behavior data from millions of users, allowing marketers to access detailed insights into customer spending habits and preferences. KalaGato's offerings include automated market measurement, intelligent segmentation tools, and proprietary datasets, which facilitate audience profiling and ad campaign optimization. By leveraging cross-platform targeting and sales engagement strategies, the platform enables businesses to effectively identify and reach valuable customer segments through existing advertising networks. As a result, KalaGato empowers its clients to enhance their marketing efforts and drive revenue growth.

Billo

Seed Round in 2021
Billo.app UAB develops the marketing management platform. Its application offers content sharing and content creation for brands to connect with the fans. Billo.app UAB is based in Kaunas, Lithuania.

Genetsis G-Commerce

Seed Round in 2021
Our AI-powered business intelligence model, provides analysis, predictions, and optimizations that drive our fully integrated e-commerce and digital marketing multiplatform operations for global brands.

Bounty Media

Seed Round in 2021
Operator of an online zero-party data platform intended to acquire consent-based GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)-compliant customer data at scale. The company's platform allows advertisers to reach entire populations through a partner network of hundreds of millions of users in each region and provides end-to-end tools for brands to securely pay for hyper-targeted user subscriptions, enabling brands to increase their audience engagement and entertain them in exchange for zero-party deep data at scale.

Bounty Media

Convertible Note in 2021
Operator of an online zero-party data platform intended to acquire consent-based GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)-compliant customer data at scale. The company's platform allows advertisers to reach entire populations through a partner network of hundreds of millions of users in each region and provides end-to-end tools for brands to securely pay for hyper-targeted user subscriptions, enabling brands to increase their audience engagement and entertain them in exchange for zero-party deep data at scale.

ARO Entertainment

Convertible Note in 2021
Provider of celebrity retail and brand management services. The company helps manage celebrities DTC brands by providing market positioning and brand strategy services, product design and development, supply chain logistics, and operations management.

ARO Entertainment

Seed Round in 2021
Provider of celebrity retail and brand management services. The company helps manage celebrities DTC brands by providing market positioning and brand strategy services, product design and development, supply chain logistics, and operations management.

Klaud9

Seed Round in 2021
Klaud9 Pte. Ltd., based in Singapore, operates an online platform that connects photographers and brands to facilitate the creation of visual content for social media and marketing campaigns. Founded in 2016, Klaud9 allows photographers, video producers, illustrators, musicians, and content writers to upload their work on its website, where customers can easily search, download, and purchase individual images. The platform features a diverse range of photo collections, including premium selections and imagery that reflects millennial culture, as well as representations of Asian people, nature, food, and cultural themes.

BE TAGGED

Convertible Note in 2020
Be Tagged is an Influencer marketing company and platform which gives advertisers data and deep analytics on influencers in Indonesia. It enables brands and agencies analyze, engage, launch and measure influencer campaigns in Indonesia with the platform leveraging technology to automate much of the process.

BE TAGGED

Seed Round in 2020
Be Tagged is an Influencer marketing company and platform which gives advertisers data and deep analytics on influencers in Indonesia. It enables brands and agencies analyze, engage, launch and measure influencer campaigns in Indonesia with the platform leveraging technology to automate much of the process.

GetCraft

Convertible Note in 2020
GetCraft is a premium creative network that connects marketers with content creators worldwide, facilitating efficient collaboration for content marketing, influencer marketing, and native advertising. The company provides access to a range of resources, including articles, research, webinars, and training, aimed at educating users on effective marketing strategies and campaigns. By enabling companies and agencies to discover creators and sponsored channels, GetCraft helps them acquire high-quality content at competitive prices, empowering creators to grow their businesses while streamlining the marketing process.

GetCraft

Seed Round in 2020
GetCraft is a premium creative network that connects marketers with content creators worldwide, facilitating efficient collaboration for content marketing, influencer marketing, and native advertising. The company provides access to a range of resources, including articles, research, webinars, and training, aimed at educating users on effective marketing strategies and campaigns. By enabling companies and agencies to discover creators and sponsored channels, GetCraft helps them acquire high-quality content at competitive prices, empowering creators to grow their businesses while streamlining the marketing process.

Billo

Seed Round in 2020
Billo.app UAB develops the marketing management platform. Its application offers content sharing and content creation for brands to connect with the fans. Billo.app UAB is based in Kaunas, Lithuania.

Klaud9

Seed Round in 2020
Klaud9 Pte. Ltd., based in Singapore, operates an online platform that connects photographers and brands to facilitate the creation of visual content for social media and marketing campaigns. Founded in 2016, Klaud9 allows photographers, video producers, illustrators, musicians, and content writers to upload their work on its website, where customers can easily search, download, and purchase individual images. The platform features a diverse range of photo collections, including premium selections and imagery that reflects millennial culture, as well as representations of Asian people, nature, food, and cultural themes.

Genetsis Group

Seed Round in 2020
Genetsis Group operates as a digital marketing agency, specializing in marketing strategy, development, and management in digital environments. The company provides a range of services, including data marketing, CRM strategy and activation, business intelligence, e-commerce optimization, and marketing automation. Additionally, Genetsis Group offers digital agency services such as campaign strategy, design and user experience, social media management, mobile development, and analytics. The firm is focused on delivering integrated digital communication and multiplatform interactive design, while also assisting businesses in executing digital transformation strategies to enhance customer experiences and improve operational efficiency. Founded in 1994, Genetsis Group is headquartered in Alcobendas, Spain, with additional offices in Shanghai, San Francisco, and Mexico City.

Deyor

Seed Round in 2020
Deyor Adventures Pvt. Ltd, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, India, operates as an online travel agency that caters to adventure-driven travelers. The company provides a platform for budget hotel accommodations, ensuring consistent quality and customer satisfaction. Deyor also focuses on creating a lifestyle community for Indian millennials, offering unique online experiences and tailored trips. By addressing the needs of a rapidly growing sector within the travel industry, Deyor has established itself as a leader in facilitating immersive local experiences and outdoor explorations through a variety of boutique accommodations, including houseboats and traditional townhouses. The company has successfully built the largest community of millennial travelers in India, making it a significant player in the hospitality and travel market.

Genetsis G-Commerce

Convertible Note in 2020
Our AI-powered business intelligence model, provides analysis, predictions, and optimizations that drive our fully integrated e-commerce and digital marketing multiplatform operations for global brands.

Genetsis G-Commerce

Seed Round in 2020
Our AI-powered business intelligence model, provides analysis, predictions, and optimizations that drive our fully integrated e-commerce and digital marketing multiplatform operations for global brands.

KalaGato

Pre Seed Round in 2020
KalaGato is a data analytics platform based in New Delhi, India, that specializes in providing business intelligence to investors and marketers. Founded in 2015, the company collects consumer behavior data from millions of users, allowing marketers to access detailed insights into customer spending habits and preferences. KalaGato's offerings include automated market measurement, intelligent segmentation tools, and proprietary datasets, which facilitate audience profiling and ad campaign optimization. By leveraging cross-platform targeting and sales engagement strategies, the platform enables businesses to effectively identify and reach valuable customer segments through existing advertising networks. As a result, KalaGato empowers its clients to enhance their marketing efforts and drive revenue growth.

Covario

Venture Round in 2020
Covario is a provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions focused on interactive marketing analytics. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio that includes tools for managing display advertising, paid search advertising, and organic search engine optimization. Covario's platform allows global organizations to optimize their marketing efforts by providing insights that enhance brand integrity and ensure budget transparency. Its Paid Search Insight tool empowers businesses to refine their paid search campaigns across various search engines and demographics, while the Organic Search Insight feature aids in the creation of optimized content to improve search rankings on major platforms such as Google, Yahoo, and Bing. Recognized as a leading independent search and content marketing provider, Covario has earned accolades, including the distinction of being named Search Agency of the Year multiple times from 2011 to 2013.

FlashFomo

Seed Round in 2019
FlashFomo Pty Ltd is an online marketplace based in Collingwood, Australia, that connects Asian social influencers with their fans to create and sell personalized products through flash sales. Founded in 2019, FlashFomo enables influencers, including musicians, gamers, and celebrities, to design and market a variety of custom products such as home wares, fashion accessories, jewelry, mobile cases, and more. The platform operates on a profit-sharing model, incentivizing influencers to transform their followers into consumers by offering made-to-order product releases. By facilitating direct sales, FlashFomo allows influencers to engage their audiences effectively while minimizing customer acquisition costs.

Oz Content

Seed Round in 2019
Oz, a content and demand marketing SaaS company, provides a solution to B2B marketers in small and mid-sized companies to increase leads and revenue from their Company Blog. Nearly all B2B companies have a blog, yet 80% of content on these blogs goes unread by target audiences, making it hard for companies to produce enough sales leads. By using AI-powered Audience and Keyword Targeting, Oz helps our customers drop the "unread rate" of content from 80% to less than 10%; providing a solution to get content-driven leads cheaply and at scale. Our software integrates directly with leading marketing automation platforms like Marketo, HubSpot, Pardot, and Act-On.

Mark It

Seed Round in 2019
Mark It

Mark It

Seed Round in 2019
Mark It

Judolaunch

Seed Round in 2019
Judolaunch is a product launch platform designed to assist small e-commerce brands in expanding their market reach internationally. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a concierge launch service that connects brands with a global audience through promotional codes aimed at pre-vetted consumers. Its offerings include customer support, listing and feedback monitoring, as well as managing refunds and returns, alongside communication assistance for Amazon services. Judolaunch aims to streamline the product development lifecycle for entrepreneurs, enhancing their ability to market and promote new launches effectively across various Amazon marketplaces.

Robin8

Venture Round in 2018
Robin8 is a next-generation social and content marketing platform that leverages artificial intelligence to streamline outreach to reporters and influencers. The platform continuously tracks and analyzes data from a vast number of articles published daily, creating a curated database of influencers tailored to each user's digital profile. By utilizing machine learning and big data, Robin8 personalizes the user experience, learning preferences over time to enhance campaign effectiveness. Additionally, Robin8 facilitates the uploading and monetization of digital assets on the blockchain, providing automation and scalability for influencer and advocacy marketing. This comprehensive approach simplifies public relations into a straightforward four-step process, helping clients maximize the potential of their social media profiles and digital assets.

Judolaunch

Seed Round in 2018
Judolaunch is a product launch platform designed to assist small e-commerce brands in expanding their market reach internationally. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a concierge launch service that connects brands with a global audience through promotional codes aimed at pre-vetted consumers. Its offerings include customer support, listing and feedback monitoring, as well as managing refunds and returns, alongside communication assistance for Amazon services. Judolaunch aims to streamline the product development lifecycle for entrepreneurs, enhancing their ability to market and promote new launches effectively across various Amazon marketplaces.

Tomoto

Seed Round in 2017
Tomoto is providing influencer and celebrity with innovative social media solution and highly efficient fans base managing tool.

Tongdao

Series A in 2017
Companies spend billions of dollars to acquire users. Tongdao is a customer engagement platform designed to help mobile-focused companies in China better understand their users and dynamically engage each user in a smart and personalized way.

Maijin

Seed Round in 2017
Maijin is a platform that facilitates engagement between brands and a network of universities in China, leveraging a community of over 200,000 university students across more than 1,000 campuses in 20 cities. The platform enables brands to conduct market research and run targeted campaigns by collecting real-time data through its mobile app. This data-driven approach allows brands to refine their strategies and enhance sales within the Chinese market. Additionally, Maijin empowers students and teachers to contribute to environmental initiatives at their universities while also providing opportunities for students to act as content creators.

OCheng

Seed Round in 2016
OCheng is an intelligent marketing platform that specializes in providing advanced marketing solutions and payment services for brands. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the company offers a comprehensive Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system designed for enterprise cloud systems. OCheng's services include an omnichannel member automatic marketing platform and an AI-powered marketing chatbot, which assist brands in integrating online and offline customer data. By focusing on data asset management, OCheng aims to enhance marketing effectiveness and improve customer engagement for its clients.

Tongdao

Seed Round in 2016
Companies spend billions of dollars to acquire users. Tongdao is a customer engagement platform designed to help mobile-focused companies in China better understand their users and dynamically engage each user in a smart and personalized way.

GroupMall

Seed Round in 2016
GroupMall International Co., Limited operates an online platform and offers special offers and deals on imported and local food products from third party suppliers. The company is based in Shanghai, China.

DuKorp Studio

Seed Round in 2016
DuKorp Corp

Mingbo

Venture Round in 2015
Mingbo Media is a Chinese company that specializes in mobile e-commerce solutions. It develops a unique inaudible ultrasound technology platform that facilitates advertisement transmission to smartphones and tablets. The company offers a comprehensive suite of software designed to support micro-payments, customer relationship management (CRM) integration, and customer engagement systems. These tools enable businesses to create effective online merchandising systems within the social mobile internet, enhancing retail information management and promoting brand visibility on mobile platforms.

Tongdao

Seed Round in 2015
Companies spend billions of dollars to acquire users. Tongdao is a customer engagement platform designed to help mobile-focused companies in China better understand their users and dynamically engage each user in a smart and personalized way.

Oz Content

Seed Round in 2015
Oz, a content and demand marketing SaaS company, provides a solution to B2B marketers in small and mid-sized companies to increase leads and revenue from their Company Blog. Nearly all B2B companies have a blog, yet 80% of content on these blogs goes unread by target audiences, making it hard for companies to produce enough sales leads. By using AI-powered Audience and Keyword Targeting, Oz helps our customers drop the "unread rate" of content from 80% to less than 10%; providing a solution to get content-driven leads cheaply and at scale. Our software integrates directly with leading marketing automation platforms like Marketo, HubSpot, Pardot, and Act-On.

Mingbo

Venture Round in 2014
Mingbo Media is a Chinese company that specializes in mobile e-commerce solutions. It develops a unique inaudible ultrasound technology platform that facilitates advertisement transmission to smartphones and tablets. The company offers a comprehensive suite of software designed to support micro-payments, customer relationship management (CRM) integration, and customer engagement systems. These tools enable businesses to create effective online merchandising systems within the social mobile internet, enhancing retail information management and promoting brand visibility on mobile platforms.

Launchpilots

Seed Round in 2014
Launchpilots Limited offers an online-to-offline marketplace that connects university students and brands through campus event sponsorships. It helps student leaders attract sponsors and attendees by aggregating campus event information for students and brands. The company is headquartered in China. As of October 9, 2017, Launchpilots Limited operates as a subsidiary of Robin8 Inc.

Monitor Backlinks

Seed Round in 2013
Monitor Backlinks is an online search engine optimization (SEO) tool that provides automatic notifications to users when their backlinks are changed, removed or when they are bound to expire. The tool offers features such as PageRank checker, import or export from file, bookmark let, automated email notifier, and IP, dofollow, and country checker. Monitor Backlinks offers a free version and a few paid versions of SEO tools depending on the number of backlinks that users can observe. Monitor Backlinks has stated that their main objective is to help anyone who is present online to get good rankings in search engines. Monitor Backlinks, launched in Dublin, Ireland, was founded by Razvan Girmacea.

Launchpilots

Venture Round in 2013
Launchpilots Limited offers an online-to-offline marketplace that connects university students and brands through campus event sponsorships. It helps student leaders attract sponsors and attendees by aggregating campus event information for students and brands. The company is headquartered in China. As of October 9, 2017, Launchpilots Limited operates as a subsidiary of Robin8 Inc.

Monitor Backlinks

Seed Round in 2013
Monitor Backlinks is an online search engine optimization (SEO) tool that provides automatic notifications to users when their backlinks are changed, removed or when they are bound to expire. The tool offers features such as PageRank checker, import or export from file, bookmark let, automated email notifier, and IP, dofollow, and country checker. Monitor Backlinks offers a free version and a few paid versions of SEO tools depending on the number of backlinks that users can observe. Monitor Backlinks has stated that their main objective is to help anyone who is present online to get good rankings in search engines. Monitor Backlinks, launched in Dublin, Ireland, was founded by Razvan Girmacea.

Digital Code Zero

Seed Round in 2010
Digital Code Zero specializes in the design and development of Mobile Internet applications for mobile devices.
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