Expara Ventures

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2003

AUM

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Location

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed Series A

Region of investment

Middle East Europe North America Asia
Investor profile last updated: 18 August, 2026

Profile

Expara Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Singapore, established in 2003. The firm is led by a diverse team of experienced professionals committed to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship throughout Southeast Asia and beyond. Expara stands out through its integrated approach, linking venture capital with acceleration, incubation, and entrepreneurial education programs. They have a strong presence in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, China, the UAE, the Philippines, and Poland.

Expara invests primarily in early-stage startups across a variety of sectors including AI and FinTech. They typically make investments ranging from $1-5 million, aligning with stages from Pre-seed to Series A. Since its inception, Expara has launched five venture capital funds focusing predominantly on Southeast Asia and has invested in 92 companies. Their portfolio is supported by strong follow-on investments amounting to over $700 million.

Noteworthy portfolio companies include technology-driven enterprises that leverage AI and Fintech solutions to drive market innovation. With their comprehensive network of accelerator programs, Expara has contributed significantly to the growth and success of numerous startups, aiding them in raising over $315 million collectively.

Industry

Business Services (B2B) Education Edtech E-commerce/Marketplace Fashion/Beauty Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Internet and Web Services IT Services Marketing and Advertising Media and Entertainment Software AI Other Real Estate

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FAQs about Expara Ventures

Expara Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed, Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Expara Ventures is located in Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Expara Ventures was founded in 2003.
Expara Ventures invests in companies and startups in Business Services (B2B), Education, Edtech, E-commerce/Marketplace, Fashion/Beauty, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Internet and Web Services, IT Services, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Software, AI, Other, Real Estate.
Expara Ventures invests in companies and startups in Middle East, Europe, North America, Asia.
Expara Ventures invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A.
Expara Ventures usually invests $1-5 m on average.
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