Founded in 2000, SoftBank Ventures Asia is the global early-stage venture arm of SoftBank Group. We invest in startups with a strong potential in Asia, the U.S., Israel, and the EU, focusing on AI, IoT, and smart robotics industry. We look for companies that will make the world a better place through revolutions in digital information. We place priority on technology that can enrich people’s lives and bring greater happiness

Venture Capital

SBVA

SBVA's headquarters in Seoul, Republic of Korea

JP Lee

Jiwan Chun

Eunwoo Lee

David Lee

Erica Lee

Angela Nee

Seung Lee

Yinzhen Wang

Brendon Jung

Hongjoon Kim

Eugene Chang

Juyon Lee

Sean Lee

Daniel Kang

Taizo Son

The Regional Operations team at SoftBank Ventures Asia (SBVA) manages and oversees investment activities across different geographic regions including South East Asia, China, the USA, EU, Israel, and Korea. Their responsibilities include identifying potential high-growth startups, conducting due diligence, managing regional investment portfolios, and supporting portfolio companies in scaling and operational efficiency within their respective markets. This team ensures that SBVA's global investment strategy is effectively executed across its diverse regional focuses.

Regional Operations

The Investment Team at SBVA is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and executing early-stage venture investments in startups across Asia, the U.S., Israel, and the EU. Focused on sectors like AI, IoT, and smart robotics, the team identifies companies with transformative technology potential that align with SBVA’s mission to enrich lives and advance digital innovation. The team’s duties include conducting due diligence, negotiating deal terms, and providing ongoing support to portfolio companies.

Investment Team

The Finance Team at SBVA is responsible for managing the financial health and strategy of the company, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and optimizing investment outcomes. They evaluate financial performance, develop budgets, manage financial risks, and maintain financial records with precision. Their goal is to support the company's mission of investing in transformative technologies by providing robust financial insights and oversight.

Finance Team

The Leadership Team at SoftBank Ventures Asia is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the firm, driving investment decisions, and fostering relationships with startups across Asia, the U.S., Israel, and the EU. Comprised of seasoned executives and partners, they leverage their industry expertise to identify high-potential opportunities in AI, IoT, and smart robotics, ensuring alignment with the company’s mission to enhance lives through technological innovation.

Leadership Team

The Legal & Compliance team at SBVA ensures that all investment activities and operations adhere to relevant laws and regulations. They handle contract negotiations, oversee regulatory compliance, manage legal risks, and provide counsel on legal matters to safeguard the firm's interests.

Legal & Compliance

The Advisory Team at SBVA provides strategic guidance and expert advice to portfolio startups, leveraging their extensive industry experience and market insights to foster growth and innovation. They assist in refining business models, expanding market reach, and ensuring alignment with SBVA's mission to invest in technologies that enrich lives and enhance happiness globally.

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