VC EMP
Emerging Manager Program for the Next Generation of Venture Capital
We Move to
the Next VC Program
We operate a Fund of Funds (FoF) specifically targeting newly established Emerging Managers in the Japanese VC market. We act as a comprehensive growth engine for newly established GPs through three core pillars: i) Anchor Capital, ii) Expert Advisory and iii) Operational Base.
Our Value
Cornerstone investment in Emerging VCs
- We provide seed capital to newly established VC funds launched by independent venture capitalists with a proven track record in startup investment.
Growth support from Experienced Advisors
- Our advisory team of veteran independent VC managers provides hands-on support throughout the fund management process.
- We offer practical expertise ranging from fundraising strategy to LP governance and reporting.
Fund Operations support
- WM Partners possesses extensive operational know-how gained through our specialized fund administration services. We leverage this expertise to assist emerging VCs in building robust organizational frameworks.
Investment Policy
Investment Criteria
- Target Funds：Venture Capital funds primarily focused on Japanese startups.
- Fund Stage：First-time or second-time funds
Value Proposition
- Our ultimate goal is for Emerging Managers to evolve into institutional-grade managers and receive direct mandates from institutional investors. We support Emerging Managers in building a solid track record during their early stages (Fund I and II) while establishing governance and operational frameworks that meet institutional standards.
- WM Partners serves as a hub, bridging the gap between emerging VCs and the institutional investors participating in our FoF. We provide continuous support to facilitate future fundraising by hosting networking events, and arranging co-investment opportunities.
Growth Support
We provide comprehensive support to enable emerging VCs to scale into the next generation of leading VC firms. In close collaboration with the WM Group and our dedicated team of advisors, we provide hands-on guidance across the following areas:
Funds under management
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