Insignia Ventures Partners: Powering Southeast Asia’s Next Tech Giants
Insignia Ventures SEA VC 4-6 minutes
Southeast Asia has become a hotbed for startup innovation, and at the forefront of this transformation is Insignia Ventures Partners. Founded in 2017 by Yinglan Tan, a former Sequoia Capital partner, this Singapore-based venture capital firm has quickly risen to become one of the region’s most active and influential investors.
With over $800 million in assets under management, Insignia doesn’t just provide funding—it offers a strategic launchpad for startups, arming founders with the capital, networks, and operational expertise needed to dominate their industries.
The firm takes a sector-agnostic approach but has demonstrated a strong track record in fintech, e-commerce, enterprise tech, and healthcare. Insignia is particularly active in Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, spotting high-growth opportunities across Southeast Asia. Their impressive portfolio includes Carro, Ajaib, GoTo, Appier, and Shipper—companies that have become regional powerhouses in their respective sectors.
Insignia’s influence continues to grow, with its third fund closing at $516 million, further solidifying its ability to back ambitious founders at Seed to Series A stages. Whether it’s building next-gen digital finance solutions, scaling e-commerce platforms, or driving AI innovation, the firm has positioned itself as a go-to investor for startups looking to make their mark.
Notable Portfolio Companies & Investments
Insignia Ventures Partners has been a key player in fueling Southeast Asia’s startup boom, backing some of the region’s most innovative and high-growth companies. Here are some of their most notable investments:
- Carro – Southeast Asia’s largest automotive marketplace, raising $60M Series C in 2021 from Insignia and other investors.
- Ajaib – Indonesia’s pioneering digital investment platform, backed by Insignia in $153M Series B (2021).
- GoTo – The Gojek-Tokopedia powerhouse transforming Indonesia’s digital economy, with Insignia involved in its $1.1B pre-IPO round (2021).
- Appier – A cutting-edge AI-driven marketing technology firm, backed by Insignia before its $270M IPO (2021, Tokyo Stock Exchange).
- Shipper – A logistics disruptor tackling e-commerce fulfillment challenges, securing $63M Series B in 2021, co-led by Insignia.
- Verihubs – An AI-powered identity verification startup in Indonesia, which we proudly showcased during our AI Demo Day by WOWS Dealflow. Backed by a $2.8 million Seed round led by Insignia Ventures in 2021.
More Recent Investments
- FileAI – In February 2025, Insignia led a $14M Series A for FileAI, a Singapore-based enterprise AI startup revolutionizing document automation.
- Surfin – In October 2024, Insignia backed Surfin, a Singapore-based fintech platform serving the underserved middle class, with a $12.5M investment.
- Dr Clear Aligners MY – In July 2024, Insignia participated in an $8M Series A round for Dr Clear Aligners MY, a dental tech company in Malaysia.
- First Circle – In June 2024, Insignia joined an $8.6M Series B round for First Circle, a Philippines-based SME financing platform.
- Infinid – In June 2024, Insignia, along with Argor Capital Management, invested in Infinid, an Indonesia-based fintech startup (undisclosed amount).
From high-growth fintech players to AI-driven enterprise solutions, Insignia Ventures continues to shape the future of Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem.
Why Founders Want to Partner with Insignia Ventures Partners
Beyond financial backing, Insignia is known for its deep operational support, helping founders navigate regional expansion, hiring, and product scaling. Their commitment to founder-first investing has made them one of the most sought-after VC firms for ambitious entrepreneurs.
If you’re a founder looking to get in front of top-tier investors like Insignia Ventures Partners, WOWS Global can help. Our investor network opens the right doors so you can focus on building the next big thing.
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