Portfolio

Investment Portfolio

The five current investments were all made as part of the EMIIF pilot investment portfolio.

Clime Capital —
South East Asia Clean Energy Fund II (SEACEF II)

Clime Capital Management identifies and creates investment opportunities that contribute towards alleviating climate change risk, alleviating infrastructure gaps, and building sustainable economies and societies. Drawing on a deep understanding of global energy markets, clean energy technologies, and a multi-disciplinary approach to investment origin and management, their on-the-ground teams are comprised of experienced investment, project development, and engineering professionals.

Sweef Capital —
Southeast Women’s Economic Empowerment Fund (SWEEF)

Sweef Capital is an independent impact investment firm based in Southeast Asia, led by women and dedicated to empowering the region’s potential through strategic investments. The firm invests equity and quasi-equity into growth-stage companies that exhibit scalable solutions aimed at improving lives, particularly focusing on diversity and inclusion. Their investment strategy targets sectors such as healthcare, education, food systems, consumer goods, and climate resilience, aligning with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Sweef Capital emphasizes diversity and gender equality as core values, driving strong returns and significant societal impact.

Ascend Vietnam Ventures (AVV) —
Alpha Fund

AVV is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on supporting tech entrepreneurs, primarily in Vietnam and surrounding regions. They aim to empower these entrepreneurs to make a positive impact on society. With roots in Silicon Valley, AVV leverages its extensive network and deep tech expertise to provide more than just financial support. They offer strategic guidance and operational support to help startups navigate their growth challenges. Typically, AVV invests in innovative software solutions from the idea stage up to pre-product market fit, with investments ranging between $500K to $2M. They also emphasize their commitment to being a trusted partner throughout a startup’s journey, from being the first investor to providing continuous support.

Lendable —
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Fintech Credit Fund

Lendable is an investment and alternatives platform that was founded in 2014, focusing on generating economic justice and environmental sustainability globally. The firm provides debt financing primarily to fintech companies in emerging markets, aiming to create access to financial services for underbanked populations. Lendable uses its proprietary technology, Maestro, to enhance the analysis and management of risks and impacts associated with its investments. They manage several funds, including the Lendable MSME Fintech Credit Fund, which raised $110 million to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Africa and Southeast Asia.

SBK Ventures —
Tech Emerge Fund I

SBK Tech Ventures is an early-stage technology investment firm focused on platform companies in emerging markets, particularly in Bangladesh. They specialise in angel, seed, and series A investment rounds. The firm emphasises unique technology-based value creation across various sectors, including health services, agriculture, legal services, education, financial systems, and more. SBK supports startups with strong growth potential and a social impact, utilising a network of experts and partners both locally and internationally to enhance business development.