Qualgro Partners

We are thrilled to announce that 3 of Qualgro Partners’ portfolio companies have been recognised in the NextGen Tech 30 list – an inaugural list of ASEAN’s Top 30 Tech Start-ups – jointly prepared by Granite Asia, 65 Equity Partners , the SGX Group, KKR, and Northstar Group! At Qualgro Partners, we are proud to support visionary entrepreneurs who are driving change and making a lasting impact across Southeast Asia and beyond. Here is a glimpse at just a few of our portfolio companies that are transforming industries: • Patsnap – Leading the way in innovation intelligence, empowering companies with data-driven insights to unlock the power of R&D and intellectual property globally.  • ShopBack – Revolutionising e-commerce by giving consumers smarter ways to shop and save through cashback rewards, while creating new opportunities for merchants.  • Funding Societies | Modalku Group – Pioneering the fintech space by providing SMEs with critical financing options, fueling growth and strengthening the region’s economic backbone. We are proud to partner with them on their journeys, supporting their growth as they scale to even greater heights! For the full article, read here: https://lnkd.in/dzYetx_u

We are thrilled to announce that Funding Societies | Modalku Group, one of Southeast Asia's leading digital finance platforms and a proud portfolio company of Qualgro Partners, has secured a strategic investment from Maybank. In conjunction with this investment, Maybank will explore collaborative synergies with Funding Societies to promote inclusivity and bridge funding gaps within the communities it serves.       Since its inception in 2015, Funding Societies | Modalku Group has been instrumental in disbursing over US$4 billion to more than 100,000 businesses across Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. This new collaboration with Maybank is set to further expand their impact, empowering MSMEs by improving access to critical funding and driving economic growth in Southeast Asia.     Co-founder and Group CEO of Funding Societies, Mr Kelvin Teo, CPA ☀️ expressed, "We are honoured by Maybank's support, reflecting a shared commitment to serve MSMEs in Southeast Asia. This partnership reaffirms our dedication to extending credit access to underserved MSMEs that face cash flow management challenges – an area we are progressively expanding to help these businesses fulfil their business potential."      For the full article, read here: https://lnkd.in/gjMZ9S2T   

We are excited to share that Qualgro Partners’ portfolio company Hevo Data has achieved the Snowflake Ready Technology Validation, a significant milestone that confirms the strength of Hevo’s integration with Snowflake. This validation enhances product quality, improves customer confidence, and accelerates data integration processes.      This highlights Hevo’s continuous innovation and commitment to simplifying data operations. With this certification, Hevo’s no-code platform is better equipped to help businesses streamline their data pipelines, offering faster time-to-value and robust governance solutions.      For more information, read here: https://lnkd.in/gKq32jct   

Qualgro Partners’ portfolio company, Curious Thing AI, is tackling the challenge of spam calls with an intelligent AI-powered solution. Their conversational AI bot screens and blocks unwanted calls, providing a more seamless and secure experience for users. As AI continues to transform industries, it is inspiring to see startups like Curious Thing leading the way with practical, impactful solutions.    “Lucy now has thousands of active users in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada in a short few months and has quickly become a trusted tool for managing missed phone calls instead of voicemail,” said Curious Thing CEO and co-founder Sam Zheng. We look forward to seeing how Curious Thing continues to evolve and shape the future of AI-driven communication!    For the full article, read here: https://lnkd.in/g4kjXxmW  

Qualgro Partners’ portfolio company, Singapore-based unicorn Patsnap, is set to expand its AI-powered patent search capabilities, further solidifying its position as a global leader in innovation intelligence.   Patsnap's cutting-edge AI technology allows companies to streamline their R&D processes by providing deep insights into the global patent landscape. This expansion is a significant step forward, empowering businesses to accelerate innovation and stay ahead in the competitive market.    At Qualgro Partners, we are excited to see how Patsnap’s advancements will continue to drive innovation across industries. As strong supporters of AI and data-driven solutions, we believe in the transformative power of technology to unlock new opportunities and fuel growth.    Looking forward to witnessing the next chapter of Patsnap’s journey and its impact on the global innovation ecosystem!    For the full article, read here: https://lnkd.in/gX67S6X4  

Qualgro Partners portfolio company Supermom Business has teamed up with market research leader NielsenIQ to release a collaborative whitepaper which explores how brands can effectively connect with Indonesia's new generation of young parents—primarily Gen Z and Millennials. The whitepaper delves into key insights from a joint study, tapping on Supermom's extensive network of mothers. It covers topics such as the profile of young parents, parenting style and belief market across various industries, detailed category information, switching habits, shopping habits and purchase channels, the role of each channel, and purchased categories. This collaboration provides invaluable guidance for brands and marketers aiming to engage with this emerging demographic. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gss_FYcu

Congratulations to Qualgro Partners portfolio company Sirion on being ranked first in all five use cases evaluated in the 2023 Gartner Critical Capabilities for Contract Life Cycle Management report! Out of 16 CLM vendors, Sirion was ranked first in Pre-Signature, Pre-Signature (Third-Party-Generated Contracts), Post-Signature and Post-Signature (Advanced) use cases. Sirion also scored the best when it comes to reporting and compliance tracking, empowered by its AI-assisted extraction and curation of obligations. This recognition underscores Sirion's exceptional ability to support every stage of the contract lifecycle and help enterprise teams maximise the value of their business relationships.  For the full report, read here: https://lnkd.in/gVG3EEbe

Congratulations to Qualgro Partners portfolio company Brighte on their fifth consecutive win as Finder’s Green Lender of the Year! This accolade is a testament to Brighte's unwavering commitment to empowering individuals with affordable, sustainable home solutions. We are proud to see the impact of our investment in supporting Brighte’s mission of continually creating a more sustainable future for all. 

Qualgro Partners’ General Partner Weisheng Neo recently shared insights with The Business Times about Southeast Asia’s venture capital landscape.   Despite challenging macroeconomic conditions, he emphasised that investment activities persist, with a more strategic and disciplined approach focused on optimising returns and selecting opportunities aligned with long-term growth potential. Qualgro remains optimistic about the region's opportunities, highlighting the resilience of founders dedicated to building their companies. Thank you for the feature, The Business Times! For the full article, read here: https://lnkd.in/gfVp_6BF

Thank you to everyone who joined us at “Bridging Opportunities: Investor and Founder Perspectives on the Philippines” event with Kaya Founders on July 23rd! We extend a special thanks to our venue sponsor, Carta, for facilitating such an engaging discussion. We hope you were inspired by the insightful panel discussion between our Investment Manager, Carlos Camacho (Qualgro Partners), Paulo Campos (Kaya Founders), and Glenn Lai (Founder, FR8Labs) on the funding landscape and emerging trends in the Philippines. Your active participation made the event a success, and we eagerly anticipate building more connections in the future. Feel free to reach out to us if you’d like to learn more about the landscape in the Philippines!