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Oval Ventures
Oval Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Japan and Australia. It focuses on pre-seed stage startups in Human Augmentation. The firm uses reverse...
Oval Ventures
Oval Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Japan and Australia. It focuses on pre-seed stage startups in Human Augmentation. The firm uses reverse pitching, backs entrepreneurs on proof of concept, and helps build ventures from day one.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Year founded
2020
Location
Region
Asia
Country
Japan
City
Ichikawa
Corporate office
Ichikawa-shi, Japan
Additional offices
Australia
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
How does Oval Ventures source its deals?
Oval Ventures employs a reverse-pitching model in which the firm identifies and approaches potential entrepreneurs directly, presenting its resources and capacity before a startup has been formally formed. This shifts the sourcing motion away from traditional inbound deal flow toward talent-scouting within the Human Augmentation space in Japan and Australia (per the firm’s website, oval.ventures).
Does Oval Ventures provide operational support beyond capital?
Yes. Its stated model includes venture building — backing entrepreneurs during proof-of-concept phases — and a hands-on execution commitment covering strategy, product development, and hiring. The firm characterizes this as 'getting our hands dirty' alongside founding teams (per oval.ventures).
Who makes investment decisions at Oval Ventures?
Oval Ventures does not publicly name any partners, principals, or investment committee members. No individual decision-makers have been identified in available disclosures, regulatory filings, or press reports.
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