500 Durians

500 Durians is a venture investor focused on Southeast Asia. It backs entrepreneurs in the region with the stated aim of lifting people and economies through enterprise.

The team is spread across Southeast Asia and includes former entrepreneurs, investors and operators from technology companies.

Services

• Early-stage investment: capital for founders in its focus areas.
• Local expertise: a team with regional experience and networks.
• Thematic focus: cities and sustainability, rural technology, financial inclusion and embedded finance, and commerce and logistics.
• Wider themes: productivity software, healthcare and self-care, digital assets, and the creator economy.

Customers and markets

Talented entrepreneurs building companies in Southeast Asia, including startups tackling urban problems, rural access, fintech, supply chains, education technology, healthcare and independent creator businesses. It also looks at tools that help small and large firms adopt technology.

Key facts

• Region: Southeast Asia
• Approach: thesis-led investing across several themes
• Team: members based across the region