East Ventures

East Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2009, with offices in Singapore, Tokyo, and Jakarta. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and Series A investments, focusing on technology and consumer sectors, including fintech, e-commerce, and education technology, primarily in Southeast Asia. East Ventures has supported over 170 companies across the region, with notable investments in Indonesia's unicorns such as Tokopedia and Traveloka. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $0.5 million and has been recognized for its consistent performance, being named the most active investor in Southeast Asia. In 2018, it launched a joint venture called EV Growth, aimed at providing growth capital to startups throughout Southeast Asia. East Ventures continues to play a significant role in nurturing the startup ecosystem in the region.

Gavin Adrian

Investment Professional

David Audy

Operating Partner

Batara Eto

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Devina Halim

Principal

Sang-Uh Han

Partner

Tomoki Hirata

Principal

Wai Kit Koh

Managing Partner

Yinwei Liang

Principal

Taiga Matsuyama

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Jumpei Mouri

Director

Yoshiharu Okubo

Principal

Avina Sugiarto

Partner

Emily Tampi

Managing Director, Finance

Wesley Tay

Principal

Jordy Tenka

Investment Professional

Alda Wardhana

Principal

Zhengyi Zhu

Investment Professional

Past deals in Meeting Software

Mekari

Series E in 2022
Mekari is a SaaS company based in Indonesia. Products include Talenta, Sleekr, Jurnal, and KlikPajak.

StaffAny

Series A in 2022
StaffAny Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based company that specializes in workforce management software solutions, particularly for businesses employing hourly workers. Founded in 2018, StaffAny offers a cloud-based platform that includes features such as scheduling, an onsite time clock, smart timesheets, leave applications, and real-time reporting. The software is designed to enhance the connection between human resources and operational management, thereby improving the overall efficiency of workforce management.

Sakeai

Seed Round in 2020
Sakeai, Inc develops an application software that allows the user to record and post the alcohol it enjoyed. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Nagaoka, Japan.

Meetscare

Venture Round in 2020
Meetscare provides correct information and supports the self-awareness of all people involved in care. The company provides a wealth of information to ensure optimal care and create a mechanism for the realization. Users can make a telephone consultation and web diagnosis and search for free information using the system. Meetscare was founded on 2016 and is headquartered in Arakawa, Tokyo.

Xbit

Venture Round in 2020
Xbit, Inc. develops an application designed to assist shop owners in managing employee schedules. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company's platform includes a chatbot service that allows employers to easily collect availability from their staff and generate shift schedules efficiently. This solution aims to streamline the scheduling process, enhancing operational efficiency for businesses in the retail and service sectors.

the purpose

Venture Round in 2019
the purpose Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in providing an anonymous counseling matching platform through its mobile application, Aizuchi. This innovative platform connects individuals seeking to share their experiences with listeners who can offer support. Aizuchi addresses common barriers associated with traditional counseling services, such as high costs and complex reservation processes, by enabling users to engage in conversations at their convenience and at an affordable price. The service focuses on creating a safe space for communication, allowing users to talk anywhere and anytime with semi-professional listeners who are equipped to provide empathetic engagement.

Amity

Series B in 2018
Amity is a developer of an online social platform that focuses on enhancing communication and collaboration among organizations, teams, and individuals. The platform facilitates connections among employees, enabling them to collaborate on projects seamlessly and share essential updates, such as e-forms and reports. By optimizing team dynamics and improving customer experiences, Amity aims to empower clients to achieve greater efficiency and productivity within their corporate environments. Through its innovative digital solutions, the company leverages technology to support organizational goals and foster teamwork.

Mekari

Series B in 2018
Mekari is a SaaS company based in Indonesia. Products include Talenta, Sleekr, Jurnal, and KlikPajak.

Rovo

Seed Round in 2018
Rovo Pte Ltd. is a sports technology company based in Singapore, founded in 2017. The company offers an application that facilitates the connection between players and the organization of games. By leveraging online forums and social media groups, Rovo enables users to create personal profiles, discover fellow players and coaches in their area, and engage with individuals who share similar interests. This platform not only helps users find partners for their sporting activities but also empowers experienced players and amateur coaches to assist others in enhancing their skills.

Nulab

Seed Round in 2017
Nulab Inc., founded in 2004 in Fukuoka, Japan, specializes in web-based collaboration software aimed at enhancing communication and teamwork across various industries, including technology, education, and healthcare. The company offers three primary tools: Cacoo, which facilitates the sharing of plans and layouts; Backlog, designed for task management and project updates; and Typetalk, a communication platform for sharing information and files within teams. Nulab's founders, Masanori Hashimoto and Shinsuke Tabata, initially focused on developing open-source software to improve interactions between developers and users. Over the years, Nulab has expanded its global presence with offices in New York, Tokyo, Kyoto, Amsterdam, and Singapore, where it hosts NuSpace, a community space for startups and developers to collaborate and learn about Nulab’s applications.

waaq

Venture Round in 2017
Waaq Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing cloud-based software solutions aimed at automating schedule adjustments. The company's flagship product, Waaq Assistant, utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline the coordination of business meetings and recruitment processes, significantly reducing the time required for scheduling. Waaq's platform not only enhances efficiency but also aims to improve the work environment in Japan by actively recruiting members who share this vision. Through its innovative technology, Waaq seeks to facilitate better communication and collaboration among trading partners and candidates, ultimately helping organizations optimize their operations.

SpeakBUDDY

Seed Round in 2016
SpeakBUDDY is a web / mobile app development company that believes in "creating something that shouldn't be there now, not something you've seen before". Ourselves solved the difficult English learning problems and released “A serious English conversation! "Lapping English" and "Last English Learning! Two works of “Majitan” have won the first place in the AppStore rankings.

Medico

Seed Round in 2016
Medico.id specializes in developing hospital management software and is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. The company addresses the complexities and challenges associated with Hospital Information Systems (HIS), which are often seen as costly and labor-intensive projects for healthcare facilities. Many hospitals struggle to implement effective HIS, frequently opting for custom-built solutions, which can lead to inefficiencies and scalability issues. Medico provides an alternative by offering a comprehensive and reliable software system tailored specifically for healthcare providers. This approach allows hospitals to focus on their core operations while leveraging Medico's expertise in technology and system management, ultimately leading to improved efficiency and reduced frustration in the healthcare environment. By delivering scalable and affordable solutions, Medico aims to meet the diverse needs of healthcare organizations, regardless of their size.

Timers

Venture Round in 2013
Timers Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, develops a variety of mobile applications aimed at enhancing social connections. The company operates 'Pairy', a social networking service designed specifically for couples, facilitating communication and relationship management. Additionally, Timers offers applications focused on matchmaking for singles, broadening its appeal in the dating landscape. Another aspect of their portfolio includes a family-oriented application that allows users to create and share photos and albums, particularly for child-rearing families. This platform enables families to compile monthly calendars and share memories with friends and relatives, fostering deeper familial connections.

EventRegist

Seed Round in 2013
EventRegist Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that offers an online platform designed for event organizers to promote and manage various types of events and meetups. Founded in 2011, the platform enables users to facilitate event promotion, manage attendee registrations, collect payments, and issue promotional codes. It supports features such as survey creation, lottery assignments, timetable settings, and the ability to download attendee lists, along with arrival notification emails. EventRegist caters to both organizers and participants through a multilingual web application and mobile apps for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. The company has successfully provided ticketing and management services for prominent events in Japan, including CEATEC and the Tokyo Game Show, and has expanded its services to Indonesia.

SoybeanSoft

Seed Round in 2011
SoybeanSoft is a game studio founded in 2007 and has released several casual web games for licensing. SoybeanSoft has been working with several major game portals worldwide, including MochiMedia, ArmorGames, DisneyXD, Candystand, and SpielGames.
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