Kickstart Ventures

Kickstart Ventures Inc. puts big company resources - capital, facilities, expertise and business connections - behind startups, so investees can launch faster, and achieve scale and profitability sooner. Kickstart Ventures, Inc. is a fully-owned subsidiary of leading telecommunications company Globe Telecom launched in March 2012 to help support and develop a dynamic community of technopreneurs in the Philippines. It is committed to build innovative businesses in cooperation with like-minded individuals and organizations by providing funding, mentorship and education.

Bettina Capistrano

Senior Analyst, Investment

Mike Maté

Vice President, Investments

Minette Navarrete

President

Bit Santos

Associate Vice President of Portfolio Operations

Past deals in Philippines

Edamama

Series A in 2023
Edamama is a Philippine-based e-commerce platform that caters specifically to mothers, offering a wide range of baby and parenting products. The platform simplifies decision-making for parents by providing an extensive selection of items including diapers, wipes, safety products, breastfeeding accessories, bathing and grooming supplies, and educational materials. Additionally, Edamama offers a diaper subscription service, allowing parents to conveniently receive essential childcare products in one place. This comprehensive approach aims to support parents in managing their childcare needs effectively.

PICKUP Coffee

Series A in 2023
PickUp Coffee is a start-up that aims to increase the accessibility of espresso and milk-based beverages. PickUp Coffee is located in Taguig, Philippines.

SariSuki

Series A in 2022
SariSuki is a community selling and buying platform that helps people become online grocery sellers in their neighborhood and offers fresh and affordable grocery items to buyers. Customers may buy food from home at inexpensive costs with no hidden charges and have them delivered safely through an online marketplace, allowing community groups to purchase everyday essentials. SariSuki was established in 2019 by Brian Cu, Philippe Lorenzo and Angelo Lee in Quezon City, Philippines.

Edamama

Series A in 2022
Edamama is a Philippine-based e-commerce platform that caters specifically to mothers, offering a wide range of baby and parenting products. The platform simplifies decision-making for parents by providing an extensive selection of items including diapers, wipes, safety products, breastfeeding accessories, bathing and grooming supplies, and educational materials. Additionally, Edamama offers a diaper subscription service, allowing parents to conveniently receive essential childcare products in one place. This comprehensive approach aims to support parents in managing their childcare needs effectively.

Edamama

Seed Round in 2021
Edamama is a Philippine-based e-commerce platform that caters specifically to mothers, offering a wide range of baby and parenting products. The platform simplifies decision-making for parents by providing an extensive selection of items including diapers, wipes, safety products, breastfeeding accessories, bathing and grooming supplies, and educational materials. Additionally, Edamama offers a diaper subscription service, allowing parents to conveniently receive essential childcare products in one place. This comprehensive approach aims to support parents in managing their childcare needs effectively.

Sprout Solutions

Series A in 2019
Sprout is a payroll and HR software provider, focusing on emerging markets. Sprout fully automates timekeeping and attendance, replacing spreadsheets and printed forms with biometrics, single-click processing, and prescriptive analytics. Sprout has strong traction in the Philippines and a growing presence in Singapore and Indonesia.

Sprout Solutions

Seed Round in 2018
Sprout is a payroll and HR software provider, focusing on emerging markets. Sprout fully automates timekeeping and attendance, replacing spreadsheets and printed forms with biometrics, single-click processing, and prescriptive analytics. Sprout has strong traction in the Philippines and a growing presence in Singapore and Indonesia.

ZipMatch

Venture Round in 2016
ZipMatch is an online marketplace that provides real estate services to buyers, brokers, and developers in the Philippines. It addresses the challenges within the local real estate industry, which often involve lengthy and complex processes. ZipMatch serves as a property matchmaker, facilitating connections between home buyers and brokers while simplifying the search for suitable properties. The platform features interactive visual content, including virtual property tours, floor plans, and property reviews, enhancing the user experience and allowing buyers to make informed decisions. By streamlining the real estate process, ZipMatch aims to improve the overall efficiency of property transactions in the region.

Four Eyes

Seed Round in 2014
Four Eyes is an online optical retailer that provides quality eyewear at affordable prices to Filipino consumers. The company offers a wide range of products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and computer glasses. Customers can utilize the Home Try-On feature to test a selection of frames at home or use the Virtual Try-On feature on the website to see how the glasses will look before making a purchase. Four Eyes manages its entire supply chain, from assembly to delivery, ensuring a seamless experience for its customers.

ZAP Group

Venture Round in 2014
ZAP Group, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Pasig, Philippines, specializes in loyalty programs for businesses. The company has assisted over 800 merchants in creating customized loyalty solutions, offering both card and mobile-based options. Merchants can tailor the mechanics of their programs, build a member database, and leverage data analytics to develop targeted promotions for their customers. By providing these tools, ZAP Group enables businesses to enhance customer engagement and drive sales through effective loyalty strategies.

Kalibrr

Seed Round in 2013
Kalibrr, Inc. is a recruitment platform based in Makati City, Philippines, that offers online job listing and recruitment services tailored for both job seekers and employers. Founded in 2012 by Paul Rivera and Dexter Ligot-Gordon, Kalibrr provides a comprehensive range of job search services across various sectors, including accounting, IT, healthcare, and more, catering to different experience levels from internships to executive positions. The platform leverages advanced technology and artificial intelligence to enhance the hiring process, enabling employers to efficiently build strong relationships with candidates. Kalibrr has attracted significant investment from prominent Silicon Valley incubators and local investors, positioning itself as a key player in the recruitment industry in the Philippines.
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