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Strong Ventures

Los Angeles, CA & Seoul, South Korea · Invests in US; Asia · Website

Pre-SeedSeedSeries AConsumer Apps & SocialE-commerce & MarketplacesFood & BeverageTravel & HospitalityMedia & EntertainmentGamingEnterprise SoftwareDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureFintech & PaymentsReal Estate & PropTechRobotics & AutomationAerospace & Defense

Thesis

Back resilient founders building category-defining companies. Leverage Korea's cultural wave for global expansion. When others say 'no', we find the 'yes'.

Likely not a fit for

Businesses requiring unlimited capital to validate, teams lacking founder resilience, founders without clear market conviction, sectors where founder quality is not differentiating

How they invest

Lead or follow
Leads or follows
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

3 contacts on file

KB

Kihong Bae

General PartnerManaging Partner · Primary contact

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k•••@st•••.com

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JS

Joseph Shin

PartnerPartner

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j•••@st•••.com

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JN

John Nahm

General PartnerCo-Founder & Managing Partner

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Portfolio

CoupangEcommerce Marketplaces

Coupang is a U.S. technology and Fortune 150 company that is shaping the future of global commerce, focusing on revolutionizing everyday lives for customers through innovative e-commerce solutions.

Danggeun
Wiseapp
RaelEnterprise Software

Rael is a brand that focuses on providing postpartum recovery products, including postpartum pads and recovery kits designed for comfort and convenience. The company emphasizes the use of organic cotton and high absorbency in their offerings.

Unastella
FarmilyRobotics Automation

Farmily is a company developing intelligent agricultural robots for automation, focusing on computer vision-based crop management and UV-based pest control. Their products include the FARMILY-X S300 and FARMILY-X UV for automated pesticide application.

RoboligentRobotics Automation

Roboligent develops AI-powered humanoid robots and soft manipulators that integrate with human workflows, enhancing efficiency in manufacturing and healthcare through automation.

OHTNYCEcommerce Marketplaces

OHTNYC offers a range of genderless jewelry and accessories, focusing on self-expression and unique designs. Their products include necklaces, earrings, and collaborations with various brands.

SoolFood Beverage

Sool is a company dedicated to globalizing Korean alcoholic beverages, offering authentic products like Màkku (a traditional Korean rice brew) and OORO Soju. Their mission is to make these beverages accessible and enjoyable for a wider audience.

Honest Seoul
RoovookEnterprise Software

Roovook offers a comprehensive sales solution tailored for the hospitality industry, focusing on B2B sales management and marketing for hotels and event spaces. Their platform includes features for managing inquiries, quotes, contracts, and direct bookings, enhancing sales efficiency and customer engagement.

Specter

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Strong Ventures Research Document Executive Summary Strong Ventures is a bi-continental venture capital fund headquartered in Los Angeles and Seoul that has been investing in early-stage startups since 2012. The firm operates as a generalist investor focused on sector-agnostic opportunities, with a distinctive thesis centered on backing resilient founders building category-defining companies. With

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