Defining Our Own Strategies to be Unique
Since our founding in 2013 as an independent firm, WM Partners has been driven by a mission: "Driving New Value in Private Equity".
We have established a unique presence in the Japanese PE/VC industry by addressing structural shifts with integrity and adaptability, contributing to its sustainable growth.
As a dedicated partner to SMEs with high growth potential, we provide consistent support from initial investment through to exit, ensuring total commitment to our portfolio companies.
We provide support to companies through minority investments, including growth capital and secondary transactions for existing shareholders. We act as a dedicated partner to management teams, fostering sustainable "growth" for the company.
As a pioneer in the Japanese PE secondary market, we manage one of the largest secondary funds in the country. We provide a wide range of solutions, including the secondary acquisitions of LP interests and GP-led secondary transactions.
We operate a Fund of Funds (FoF) specifically targeting Emerging Managers in the Japanese VC market. We act as a comprehensive growth engine for newly established GPs through Cornerstone Investment, Expert Advisory Support, and Fund Operations Support.