Fundraising & Investors

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Fundraising Strategies to Secure Investors in Southeast Asia

Raising capital in Southeast Asia requires more than a strong pitch—it demands a tailored strategy that resonates with both regional and global investors. In this section, we explore how startups and growth companies can refine their fundraising approach, from building investor-ready data rooms to structuring cross-border entities for funding. You’ll find guides on pitch positioning, financial modeling, valuation, and investor outreach in SEA’s venture ecosystem. Our insights also cover corporate governance, term sheet negotiations, and follow-on funding strategies. Whether you’re raising your seed round or scaling to Series B+, these resources will help you engage the right investors, negotiate better terms, and set up a solid foundation for long-term growth.

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FAQs: Fundraising & Investors

What metrics matter for Seed vs. Series A in SEA?

At Seed stage, investors focus on team, early traction, and market potential. Typical benchmarks: initial paying customers, <$1M ARR, and a clear go-to-market plan.
At Series A, the bar rises: predictable revenue growth ($1–3M ARR), strong unit economics (CAC:LTV ratio 3:1 or better), and evidence of product-market fit across multiple customer segments. Metrics should demonstrate that the business can scale beyond founder-led sales.

How should we structure a data room to speed diligence?

A strong data room should include:

Corporate docs: cap table, shareholder agreements, licenses.
Financials: P&L, balance sheet, forecasts, unit economics.
Commercials: customer contracts, churn/retention data, pipeline reports.
Team & HR: org chart, key contracts, option pool.
Tech/IP: product roadmap, patents, security policies.
Well-structured data rooms shorten due diligence by weeks and build investor trust.

SAFE vs. equity—what’s typical in the region?

SAFEs (Simple Agreements for Future Equity) are increasingly common for Seed/Pre-Seed rounds in SEA, especially with international investors who want speed and low legal overhead. For larger rounds (Series A+), most VCs still prefer priced equity rounds, as these provide valuation certainty and governance rights. Hybrids (SAFE with valuation cap) are common where founders and investors balance flexibility and protection.

How much runway should we raise given current market conditions?

In today’s climate, founders are advised to raise for 18–24 months of runway, not 12. This accounts for longer sales cycles, fundraising delays, and the need for sustainable growth. For fast-scaling SaaS or e-commerce startups, building buffer capital helps avoid raising under pressure and at down-round valuations.

What signals do local VCs look for in cross-border expansion plans?

SEA investors want evidence that expansion is deliberate, not opportunistic. Signals include:

Success in one core market (e.g., Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia).
A clear market-entry playbook (local partnerships, compliance solved, sales model tested).
Leadership bandwidth or local hires in target markets.
Capital efficiency: proof you can expand without burning unsustainable cash.
Showing structured cross-border readiness often increases valuation multiples.

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