Affinity Equity Partners

Affinity Equity Partners is an independently owned private equity fund managers established in March 2004 following the spin-off of the UBS Capital Asia Pacific team, the successful private equity arm of UBS AG in the region. Affinity raised its fourth external fund of US$6.0 billion in December 2017. Affinity Equity Partners currently advises and manages more than US$14 billion of funds and assets, with offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney and Beijing. Since inception, Affinity Equity Partners has completed over 50 landmark transactions in eleven countries across various industries and sectors with aggregate transaction value of US$22 billion. Our Firm invests in businesses with an established track record, strong market positions, demonstrable earnings momentum and growth ambitions.

Bain & Company

We're a global consultancy that helps the world’s most ambitious change makers define the future. Across 67 cities in 40 countries, we work alongside our clients as one team with a shared ambition to achieve extraordinary results, outperform the competition, and redefine industries. We complement our tailored, integrated expertise with a vibrant ecosystem of digital innovators to deliver better, faster, and more enduring outcomes. Our 10-year commitment to invest more than $1 billion in pro bono services brings our talent, expertise, and insight to organizations tackling today’s urgent challenges in education, racial equity, social justice, economic development, and the environment. We earned a platinum rating from EcoVadis, the leading platform for environmental, social, and ethical performance ratings for global supply chains, putting us in the top 1% of all companies. Since our founding in 1973, we have measured our success by the success of our clients, and we proudly maintain the highest level of client advocacy in the industry.

CVC

CVC Capital

CVC is a leading private equity and investment advisory firm with a network of 25 offices throughout Europe, Asia and the US, with approximately €137 billion of assets under management. CVC has six complementary strategies across private equity, secondaries and credit, for which we have secured commitments in excess of €165 billion from some of the world's leading institutional investors across its private equity and credit strategies. Funds managed or advised by CVC are invested in over 100 companies worldwide, which have combined annual sales of approximately €100 billion and employ more than 550,000 people. For further information about CVC please visit: www.cvc.com. 

CVC Asia

CVC has one of the largest and longest-established pan-regional office networks of any private equity business in Asia and has been active in the region since 1999. CVC's Asia private equity strategy is focused on control, co-control and structured minority investments in high quality businesses in core consumer and services sectors across Asia. Typical enterprise values are between $250 million and $1.5 billion. For further information about CVC’s Asia Pacific funds please visit: www.cvc.com/private-equity/asia.

EQT

EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management (EUR 134 billion in fee-generating assets under management), divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership.

Pacific Equity Partners

PEP is Australasia’s largest private markets firm, with A$18 billion AUM across various investment strategies. Since its founding in 1998, PEP has made more than 200 investments including bolt-ons, has engaged in A$54 billion of transactions, including both acquisitions and exits, and has delivered a 28% average Net IRR p.a. across the closed end funds. These results are built on a team-based approach of apprenticeship, long term experience, aligned incentives – and a disciplined investment focus, that has delivered ‘best in class’, consistent results for our investors and partners over the last 27 years. Our long-term investors include the world’s largest and most experienced investment institutions and sovereign wealth funds, as well as private wealth investors. PEP has been the recipient of various industry awards over the past 27 years, including the Firm of the Year Award from the Australian Investment Council (AIC) in 2024 and 2025.

PAG

PAG is a leading Asia Pacific-focused alternative investment firm which manages more than USD55 billion in capital across Private Equity, Real Assets and Credit & Markets businesses for a globally diversified base of 300 institutional investors. PAG has more than 790 employees in 15 key offices globally.

TPG

TPG is a leading global alternative asset management firm, founded in San Francisco in 1992, with $246 billion of assets under management and investment and operational teams around the world. TPG invests across a broadly diversified set of strategies, including private equity, impact, credit, real estate, and market solutions, and our unique strategy is driven by collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. Our teams combine deep product and sector experience with broad capabilities and expertise to develop differentiated insights and add value for our fund investors, portfolio companies, management teams, and communities.

KPMG

KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 147 countries and  territories and have more than 219,000 people working in member firms around  the world. KPMG’s Private Equity group in China provides end to end advisory and assurance services to private equity funds, venture capital funds, private  credit funds, sovereign wealth and other direct investment managers. Moreover,  to augment this, KPMG China and its member firms have established focused industry groups covering areas in which we have particular knowledge. Not  exhaustive, but we have sector capabilities focused on Consumer Markets,  Financial Services, Government, Healthcare, Industrials, Infrastructure, Logistics, Pharmaceuticals and TMT.

Alvarez & Marsal

Founded in 1983, Alvarez & Marsal is a leading global professional services firm founded by Tony Alvarez II and Bryan Marsal. Renowned for its leadership, action, and results, Alvarez & Marsal provides advisory, business performance improvement, and turnaround management services, delivering practical solutions to address clients' unique challenges. With a worldwide network of experienced operators, world-class consultants, former regulators, and industry authorities, Alvarez & Marsal helps corporates, boards, private equity firms, law firms, and government agencies drive transformation, mitigate risk, and unlock value at every stage of growth.

Chrys Capital

Founded in 1999, ChrysCapital is one of the largest and most established India-focused private equity firms.  By any measure, ChrysCapital’s track record is one the strongest in the context of Indian private equity – $4 billion raised across 8 funds, 86 investments, and 67 full exits.  The firm has fully realized five successive funds on schedule with strong US$ net returns, which is unprecedented not just in India, but potentially also emerging markets in general.  Overall, ChrysCapital has invested $3.0 billion and realized $5.3 billion, which equates to a disproportionately high share of total PE realizations from India.  The firm has achieved all this while maintaining one of the lowest loss ratios and fee drags in the industry (~15% fee-to-invested capital vs 20-25% for the industry).

Coller EQT

Coller EQT is a global leader in the secondary market for private assets, renowned for being a pioneer and innovator in the asset class. Founded in 1990, Coller provides investment and liquidity solutions to private market investors worldwide, and currently manages $55* billion in private equity, private credit, and other private market vehicles.

While Coller came together with EQT in 2026, Coller EQT maintains the independence and integrity of its origination and investment process. Coller’s investment offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, and Beijing form part of the wider EQT office network, giving our multinational team a truly global reach.

Coller has exclusively focused on secondary investing since inception and today boasts one of the largest dedicated investment teams in the asset class.

Evercore

Evercore (NYSE: EVR) is a premier global independent investment banking advisory firm. We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve superior results through trusted independent and innovative advice on matters of strategic and financial significance to boards of directors, management teams and shareholders, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic shareholder advisory, restructurings, and capital structure.  Evercore also assists clients in raising public and private capital and delivers equity research and equity sales and agency trading execution, in addition to providing wealth and investment management services to high net worth and institutional investors.  Founded in 1995, the Firm is headquartered in New York with 2,500+ employees in 25+ offices across North America, Europe, South America, the Middle East and Asia. 

Evercore Private Capital Advisory (PCA) is a leading advisor to GPs and LPs on liquidity solutions across the private secondary market and debt capital markets. With a global team of over 160 dedicated secondary professionals, PCA is one of the largest and most experienced secondaries advisory platforms in the market.

FountainVest

FountainVest is a leading private equity firm specializing in local and cross-border buyouts. We invest in companies in China, as well as multinational businesses with a clear growth path in China and across Asia. Our core sectors are consumer, industrial & business services and healthcare, where rising middle-class consumption and industrial upgrading are creating lasting opportunities. With teams across Greater China, Asia and Europe, we bring experience from multiple economic cycles, deep sector knowledge and hands-on operational support to help management teams build category leaders and create long-term value.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management

Goldman Sachs Asset Management is the primary investing area within Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS), delivering investment and advisory services across public and private markets for the world’s leading institutions, financial advisors and individuals. The business is driven by a focus on partnership and shared success with its clients, seeking to deliver long-term investment performance drawing on its global network and deep expertise across industries and markets. Goldman Sachs Asset Management is a leading investor across fixed income, liquidity, equity, alternatives, and multi-asset solutions. Goldman Sachs oversees more than $4.0 trillion in assets under supervision as of June 30, 2026*. Follow us on LinkedIn.

*AUS includes assets under management and other client assets for which Goldman Sachs does not have full discretion.

Invest Hong Kong

Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) is the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government Department responsible for attracting Foreign Direct Investment and supporting overseas and Mainland businesses to set up or expand in Hong Kong.

InvestHK has industry specialists in a range of priority sectors including: Business & Professional Services, Creative Industries, Consumer Products, Family Offices, Financial Services, Fintech, Information & Communications Technology, Innovation & Technology, Startups & Entrepreneurs, Sustainability, Tourism & Hospitality, and Transport & Logistics and Industrial, plus a network of staff and representatives based in 35 key business cities worldwide covering its target markets.

Partners with clients on a long-term basis, InvestHK team is available to help at any stage of their business development in Hong Kong. It provides free advice and customised services to help businesses succeed in Hong Kong's vibrant economy.

J-Star

J-STAR is a private equity investment company that provides solution capitals to mid-sized Japanese companies through our investment. Founded in 2006, J-STAR has served funds managing and advising over JPY 100bn across 4 vintages, consistently producing top class performance.

We are a group of over 20 experienced, local investment professionals who have abundant experience in the private equity investment since the early stage of the Japanese buyout market. Targets investment opportunities in small to mid-sized Japanese companies with established business models that are unique, established brands and / or leading positions in their market niches that need capital via creative solution.

J-STAR strives for maximization of the business values while communicating with the management teams, shareholders including founding owners, business partners, banks, etc.

L Catterton

L Catterton is a market-leading consumer-focused investment firm, managing approximately $33 billion of equity capital across three multi-product platforms: private equity, credit, and real estate. Leveraging deep category insight, operational excellence, and a broad network of strategic relationships, L Catterton's team of more than 200 investment and operating professionals across 17 offices partners with management teams to drive differentiated value creation across its portfolio. Founded in 1989, the firm has made over 250 investments in some of the world's most iconic consumer brands.

Madison India Capital

Madison India Capital is one of India's leading independent private investment firms. Since its inception more than ten years ago, the firm has generated more than $1 billion in total value, including distributions to fund of funds, financial institutions, pension funds, secondary funds, and family offices.

We offer liquidity to shareholders of exceptional companies and partner with both private equity managers as well as ambitious management teams of portfolio companies.  We have been trusted liquidity partners to leading venture capital and private equity funds, founders, and employees.  Over the past decade, we have provided liquidity to more than 500 shareholders and provided exits to over 25 leading institutional funds, many of whom have returned to us for single assets or portfolio repeat solutions.

The firm takes an active role where helpful and works collaboratively with other investors to help management achieve its growth plans. The firm has offices in Delhi and Singapore. 

Navis Capital Partners

Navis Capital Partners (“Navis”) was founded in 1998. It has over two decades of experience in partnering and growing distinctive companies in Southeast Asia. Navis has made over 90 control growth buyout investments and over 80 follow-on investments. Our 25 years of investing experience, focused on transforming and growing middle market businesses with a distinctive competitive advantage, has delivered top quartile returns.

Navis manages several private and public equity capital commitments totalling over ~USD 5 billion, and whose investors include a number of well-known US, European, Middle Eastern and Asian institutional investors and family offices.

Navis operates 6 offices across the region and has over 100 professionals comprising of 15+ nationalities. This strength in numbers and longevity in the region results in all of Navis’ companies to be leaders or near leaders in their fields. Industries/segments in which Navis has invested include healthcare, education, food processing, F&B, industrial products amongst others.

The firm contributes both capital and management expertise to its portfolio companies with the objective of directing strategic, operational and financial improvements, typically through initiatives that drive growth, margin improvement and asset efficiency. 80% of Navis’ realised returns have been driven by revenue and EBITDA growth.

Navis’ investment model places a low reliance on leverage to drive its equity returns.

Navis has launched its Navis Asia Credit platform to leverage on the firm’s extensive and deep sourcing capabilities in the region, and will seek to provide liquidity solutions to high quality middle market family owned businesses.

Neo Alternative Asset Managers

Neo Wealth & Asset Management

Neo is a specialised asset management firm based in India working with both domestic and international institutions: pension funds, insurance companies, endowments, foundations and Sovereign Wealth Funds investing in India's long-term growth.  The wealth management arm, which is a separate and distinct vertical at the Neo Group, caters to HNWIs, UHNWIs, and multi-family offices, built on unbiased advisory, transparency, and cost-efficiency. Neo at the holding company level is backed by marquee global investors like Peak XV (formerly Sequoia India), MUFG (a leading Japanese financial institution), and New York-based Euclidean Capital LLC. In March 2026, the Neo Group announced a strategic investment from the TVS Group, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and leading to its emergence as a Unicorn, underscoring strong investor confidence in its platform and long-term vision.

Neo Alternative Asset Managers (NAAM), the asset management arm of the Neo Group, is an established platform in private markets, with a focus on Private Equity, Private Credit & Real Assets (both Infrastructure and Real Estate), thereby rapidly becoming India's preferred Alternative Asset Management platform. It embraces India's potential in the alternatives space with deep conviction combined with prudent underwriting. It is focused on providing bespoke capital solutions that nurture company growth while producing attractive, best-in class, long term superior risk adjusted returns for investors. NAAM currently manages $3.3Bn+ across 4 complimentary strategies, reinforcing its position as one of India’s leading alternative investment platforms. The team includes over 100 professionals, with over 65 investment specialists.

Nexus Point Capital

Nexus Point is a Hong Kong-based Asian private equity firm focused on mid-market buyouts in Greater China, Japan and Southeast Asia. Founded in 2017 and with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur, the firm manages approximately US$1.3 billion of capital. 

Our approach rests on three pillars

•    Proprietary deal sourcing – We source investments on a proprietary or bilateral basis, drawing on deep relationships with founders, management teams and corporates across the region. Our focus is on founder succession, management partnerships, corporate carve-outs and industry consolidation, which allows us to avoid broad auctions and maintain disciplined entry valuations.

•    Value creation – We take an active ownership approach, working closely with management to professionalise leadership teams, drive operational improvement, accelerate digital transformation and execute buy-and-build strategies. We build platforms, not just single assets, using our regional footprint to support cross-border expansion and add-on acquisitions.

•    Exit and liquidity – We plan the exit from day one, with a strong focus on generating liquidity for our investors. We pursue a range of exit routes, including trade sales to strategic buyers, secondary sales and IPOs, and have delivered both full exits and partial distributions across the portfolio.

Nexus Point invests across four core sectors benefiting from Asia's consumption growth and industrial upgrading: consumer, healthcare, business and financial services, and manufacturing and technology. The firm is a UN PRI signatory and integrates sustainability throughout the investment process.

ShawKwei & Partners

ShawKwei & Partners is an international private equity fund manager based in Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai and San Francisco.  We have been investing across Asia, the USA, and Europe for over 30 years and understand the challenges facing companies competing in today’s global markets.

We invest with mid-market industrial and service businesses capitalizing on ShawKwei’s core strengths: detailed and insightful analysis, operational skills, and transformation experience to drive business profitability and capital efficiency.  ShawKwei’s partnership with management is pivotal to transforming and improving those investments.

We take significant ownership stakes in our investments coupled with our disciplined and hands-on management to assist portfolio companies to build better business and achieve long-term success.  The ShawKwei strategy, methods and practices are specially crafted for businesses operating across Asia, Europe, and USA.

T Capital Partners

T Capital Partners is a pioneer of private equity firm in Japan. T Capital has been engaged in the buyout investment business for over 25 years since establishing its first fund in 1998, at the inception of the Japanese private equity market. T Capital have established six funds with a cumulative total of approximately 220 billion yen under management and have consistently secured stable investments and investment performance. Most recently, T Capital established the sixth fund (approx. 80 billion yen) in 2020 and the fifth fund (approx. 50 billion yen) in 2016, contributing to support corporate growth. T Capital focus on mid-sized companies that have core corporate capabilities, those which hold good technology or business models unsurpassed by others. All investment professionals sincerely work together under our slogan “Trust” to solve the management issues of our portfolio companies to "make good companies even better companies.

The Longreach Group

The Longreach Group is an established independent private equity firm with offices in Hong Kong and Tokyo. The Firm focuses on Japan related control buyouts in the industrial and technology, consumer related and business services sectors. The Firm manages four Funds which have accumulated approximately US$2.7 billion of committed limited partner and co-investment capital and has a strong track record of portfolio company value creation and realizations.

Longreach currently has 19 investment professionals located in Tokyo and Hong Kong. The firm also enjoys the support of prominent and highly committed Advisors located in Tokyo, Taipei, Singapore, London, New York, and Dallas.

Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie is a transactional powerhouse with unmatched private equity focus and expertise. We work with some of the world's largest financial sponsors on acquisitions, exits and portfolio company needs. We help structure deals to minimize risk and ensure that clients achieve their goals. 

With over 300 private equity lawyers, we have more experts in more markets than any other private equity practice and work seamlessly across borders to deliver innovative advice wherever it may be. Seamless, global operation is part of our DNA.

Our full service firm and breadth of practices enables us to address all aspects of the transaction, bringing specialists that are best in class in their fields.

The combination of our deep sector local expertise, and our ability to work seamlessly across each of the countries and specialisations means we can add unique value in shaping, negotiating and closing the deal. We are a true partner in the investment process, from initial investment to exit, that can help structure financing, incentivise management, create value in the portfolio company and execute a successful exit.

The results speak for themselves - we lead and close complex deals - every day.

Rajah & Tann Asia

Rajah & Tann Asia is one of the largest regional networks that brings together leading law firms and more than 1,000 fee earners across Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam; with each offering the highest standards of service to locally based clients while collectively having the capability to handle the most complex regional and cross border transactions, we are able to provide excellent legal counsel seamlessly across the region. RTA's geographical reach also includes Singapore based regional desks focusing on Brunei, Japan and South Asia. 

A member of the VIMA (Venture Capital Investment Model Agreements) working group, our Private Equity and Venture Capital (PEVC) Practice is a highly integrated, multidisciplinary group of recognised experts who work closely with other practices across the firm and network. The team has extensive experience in providing comprehensive solutions through every stage of the PEVC investment cycle, including fund establishment and formation, fundraising, buyouts, distressed deals, exit planning, restructuring and financing.

At Rajah & Tann Asia, our commitment is delivering exceptional legal expertise across all regions and practices, meeting clients' needs promptly and effectively. In essence, we are Lawyers who know Asia.

Apex

Apex Group Ltd., established in Bermuda in 2003, is a global financial services provider. With over 80 offices worldwide and 11,000 employees in 38 countries, Apex Group delivers an expansive range of services to asset managers, financial institutions, private clients and family offices. The Group has continually improved and evolved its capabilities to offer a single-source solution through establishing the broadest range of services in the industry; including fund services, digital onboarding and bank accounts, depositary, custody, super ManCo services, corporate services including HR and Payroll and a pioneering ESG Ratings and Advisory solution. Apex Group’s purpose is to be more than just a financial services provider and is committed to driving positive change to address three core areas; the Environment and Climate Change, Women’s Empowerment and Economic Independence, Education and Social Mobility.

Carta

Carta is the agentic ERP for private capital, connecting the entire ecosystem—from GPs and LPs to CEOs, CFOs, employees, and advisors. With software and services built to scale, Carta empowers you to build, invest, and grow with confidence.  

Carta’s Fund Administration platform supports 9,000+ funds and SPVs, representing more than $220B in assets under management, with tools designed to enhance the strategic impact of Fund CFOs. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work, Carta is transforming how private capital operates.

CSC

CSC® is a leading provider of global business administration and compliance solutions, offering industry-leading expertise and unmatched global reach to alternative fund managers and capital markets participants. Leveraging deep institutional experience and a tailored approach, CSC delivers a comprehensive suite of fund administration, trust, agency, and compliance services to support a wide range of private and public market transactions, complex fund strategies, and scalable operational needs.

As the trusted partner of choice for more than 70% of the PEI 300, 90% of the Fortune 500®, and more than 90% of the 100 Best Global Brands®, CSC helps clients navigate operational, regulatory, and transactional complexities across more than 140 jurisdictions and various asset classes. With extensive worldwide capabilities, our expert teams provide seamless, bespoke solutions to meet our clients’ unique requirements.

Founded in 1899 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, CSC has been privately held and professionally managed for more than 125 years. Driven by a fierce client spirit, we empower clients with the global reach, local knowledge, and innovative solutions they need to succeed.

We are the business behind business®. "

Linnovate Partners

Linnovate Partners is a leading asset services provider focused on driving innovation in the alternative investments industry. With expertise across the entire fund lifecycle, Linnovate Partners goes beyond traditional fund administration to provide value-added services and technologies that empower asset and fund managers to excel in their operations. Its six core service areas include:

• Fund Administration
• Investor Relations
• Regulatory Compliance
• Portfolio Monitoring
• Reporting Services
• Consulting Services

Powering these services is a proprietary, cloud-based platform, RAISE, that provides all the functions of alternative investing in a single ecosystem and enables seamless integration and accessibility. With offices globally, Linnovate Partners currently administers over $120 billion in assets across more than 600 private equity and venture capital funds. As an innovation-focused disruptor, Linnovate Partners combines deep industry expertise and the latest technologies to drive better outcomes for alternative investment managers and investors worldwide.

SAP

As a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, SAP stands at the nexus of business and technology. For over 50 years, organizations have trusted SAP to bring out their best by uniting business-critical operations spanning finance, procurement, HR, supply chain, and customer experience.

Turbo Net Zero

Turbo Net Zero is a pure-play sustainability advisory firm dedicated to supporting private markets GPs, LPs, and portfolio companies in building resilient, high-performing, and future-ready businesses. Named the Best ESG Advisor in Private Equity at the 2024 Drawdown Awards, we are proud to be one of the leading sustainability firms in the Asia-Pacific region, with deep expertise in aligning sustainability with investment strategy and long-term value creation.

Our services span three interconnected areas: advising GPs on sustainability strategy and execution, working with portfolio companies on transformation and value creation, and supporting high-impact businesses in accessing aligned capital. We often serve as the extended sustainability office for GPs and LPs, and as the external ESG office for portfolio companies—ensuring alignment, execution, and impact across the investment lifecycle.

Over the years, we have helped GPs craft actionable sustainability strategies, strengthen pre-investment due diligence, engage more effectively with LPs, and monitor performance across portfolios. For LPs, we provide support in evaluating GP practices, integrating sustainability into allocation decisions, and navigating evolving disclosure expectations. With portfolio companies, we serve as hands-on partners—supporting strategy development, decarbonization planning, and sustainability execution in ways that drive long-term operational and financial value.

What sets us apart is our singular focus on the private markets. Our team brings a blend of institutional investment, consulting, and operating experience, allowing us to bridge strategy and implementation, and work effectively with both investors and operators.

At Turbo Net Zero, we believe sustainability is not a parallel track—it’s central to risk-adjusted returns, value creation, and long-term differentiation. We’re here to help the investment community lead with clarity, credibility, and impact.

Contact: Info@turbonetzero.com

Cooley

Cooley LLP is an international law firm representing clients in a wide range of industries.  Cooley has more than 1,500 lawyers across 17 offices in Asia, Europe and the United States. The firm represents 6,000+ high-growth new economy companies, 500+ venture fund families and closes over 2,000 venture and growth investments per year.

In Asia, Cooley has offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Singapore. Cooley is broadly recognized for its powerhouse technology, life sciences and venture capital practices. We represent some of Asia’s most innovative and dynamic companies and leading investors, advising on their financings, M&As and joint ventures, IPOs and other strategic transactions at all stages of their growth.

Our dedication to Asia's fund industry is unparalleled and unrivaled by any other law firm.  Cooley has been advising on Asia-related matters over three decades, dating back to 1989, when the firm advised on the formation of the first institutional venture capital fund investing in China. Today, we are counsel to more than 500 private investment fund organizations worldwide, including more than 90 fund managers with their primary operations in China and other Asia countries and numerous other managers outside of the region making investments in portfolio companies in Asia. We form considerably more dollar-denominated Asia venture capital and growth equity funds in dollar terms than any other law firm worldwide. We have a team of more than 40 specialist fund formation lawyers and dozens of other practitioners dedicated to serving our clients headquartered and doing business in Asia.  Multiple members of our team are Mandarin-speaking, Chinese native fund formation specialists who assist our China funds clients and their investors in both USD and RMB fund formation matters.

Cyber Creation Ventures (CCV)

Cyber Creation Ventures (CCV) is a global early-stage venture firm built on the DNA of Silicon Valley. Spun out of KPCB China by former Managing Partner Wei Zhou and his core tech investment team, we back visionary founders building category-defining companies. With a strategic footprint across Silicon Valley, Singapore, and Beijing, we bridge global innovation with local execution to scale the next generation of frontier technologies.

Managing nearly $2 billion in AUM, we are operators and entrepreneurs at our core. We invest with high conviction, leading the Series A in 80% of our portfolio. This early, all-in approach has driven an exceptional 35% unicorn hit rate in our first decade. We partner with founders from day one, navigating the trenches together from inception to successful IPOs and market dominance.

Our track record is defined by the enduring impact of the companies we back. This commitment to excellence has consistently placed CCV’s leadership at the forefront of the global venture landscape. Our partners are frequently recognized among the industry's elite, including Forbes’ Top 100 Most Influential Global Chinese and Top 30 Venture Capitalists, Fortune’s Top 30 Most Influential Investors, as well as top honors from Caijing, ChinaVenture, and The Asset.

Dragon Funds

Founded in 2023, Dragon Funds is a unique, Singapore based growth equity firm in partnership with MUFG, Japan’s largest bank with USD 3T in assets. 

Dragon invests in mid to late-stage private tech and tech enabled companies with APAC ex China & Japan as the core geographic focus. Since launching its first fund in 2023, Dragon has become one of the most active growth equity investors in the region. 

Dragon’s partnership with MUFG allows it to be a differentiated, value-add investor for its portfolio companies helping them with revenue introductions, strategic partnerships and capital solutions.

East Ventures

East Ventures is a pioneering and leading sector-agnostic venture capital firm. Founded in 2009, East Ventures has transformed into a holistic platform that provides multi-stage investment, from Seed to Growth stage investments, for over 300 tech companies across Southeast Asia.

As an early believer in the startup ecosystem in Indonesia and the most active investor in Southeast Asia, East Ventures is an early backer of prominent tech companies in the region, such as Tokopedia, Traveloka, Ruangguru, ShopBack, waresix, Xendit, IDN, Sociolla, Fore Coffee, Tech in Asia (acquired by SPH), Kudo (acquired by Grab), Loket (acquired by Gojek), and MokaPOS (acquired by Gojek).

East Ventures was named the most consistent top-performing VC fund globally by Preqin and the most active investor in SEA and Indonesia by various media. Moreover, East Ventures is Indonesia's first venture capital firm to sign the Principles of Responsible Investment (PRI), supported by the United Nations (UN). East Ventures is committed to achieving sustainable development and positively impacting society through its initiatives and ESG-embedded practices.

Globis Capital Partners

Globis Capital Partners is one of Japan's leading independent venture capital firm that primarily invests in Japanese startups from early stage to pre-IPO stage. Globis has managed seven funds totaling over JPY 180 billion, including latest Globis VII (final closed in March 2023 at JPY 72.7billion). All closed funds were ranked in the top quartile in global VC benchmarks in their respective vintage years, and it has multiple unicorn and unicorn potential startups in its current portfolio. About 90% of LPs are institutional investors both from and outside of Japan.　

Globis almost always leads rounds and provides hands-on management support to its portfolio companies through board participation by its capitalists as well as tactical support by its value-add team GCP X. In addition, in April 2023 Globis opened a new office in San Francisco to strengthen support for the global expansion of its portfolio companies.

With its unique combination of western style investment expertise obtained through a joint venture with Apax Partners and Japan-local business expertise through Globis Group, which runs No.1 MBA program in Japan, Globis continues to lead the VC market in Japan.

T-Capital

T-Capital is a leading Chinese venture investor in deep tech.

We have been investing in China for over 18 years, focusing on B2B deep tech companies with distinct competitive advantages in high-growth markets. 

Across five RMB funds and one USD fund, we have provided global investors with access to China's deep tech sector. 

Founded in 2007 at Tsinghua University and independent since 2012, we are headquartered in Beijing with an office in Hong Kong and a team of over 60 professionals.

Our leadership team consists of seasoned industry and finance experts, many of whom have grown with the firm. 

We focus on key verticals across Energy, Compute, and Applications, most notably AI, Robotics, Semiconductors, eVTOL, and Nuclear Fusion.

We differentiate ourselves through three unique competitive advantages:

1.    Tsinghua ecosystem

2.    Proprietary top-down research

3.    Focus on Chinese technology

WestSummit Capital

WestSummit Capital is a China-focused venture capital firm investing exclusively in semiconductors, robotics, and AI. Founded in 2010, the firm partners with exceptional entrepreneurs building the technologies shaping the next generation of industry.

Led by Tsinghua-trained engineers turned technology executives and investors, WestSummit brings deep technical expertise and an operator’s perspective to investing. The firm is highly selective, investing in fewer than 5% of opportunities evaluated, and works closely with founders as a long-term partner.

Backed by China Investment Corporation, WestSummit has managed six USD funds and delivered a 4.3x blended DPI and 34.3% IRR over 16 years, with several recent funds tracking toward 5x+ returns.

Adams Street Partners

Adams Street Partners is a global private markets investment manager with investments in more than thirty countries across five continents. Adams Street’s 90+ investment professionals focus on five strategies: primary fund partnerships, secondary transactions, co-investments, direct growth equity company investments, and private credit deals. Adams Street strives to generate actionable investment insights across market cycles by drawing on 50 years of private markets experience, proprietary intelligence, and trusted relationships. The firm is 100% employee-owned and has $51 billion in assets under management. Adams Street maintains a worldwide presence with offices in Austin, Beijing, Boston, Chicago, London, Menlo Park, Munich, New York, Seoul, Singapore, and Tokyo.

HarbourVest

HarbourVest is an independent, global private markets firm with over 44 years of experience and $167.9 billion assets under management as of June 30, 2026. Our interwoven platform provides clients access to global primary funds, secondary transactions, direct co-investments, real assets and infrastructure, and private credit.

LGT Capital Patners

LGT Capital Partners is a leading alternative investment specialist with over USD 80 billion in assets under management and more than 600 institutional clients in 43 countries. An international team of over 650 professionals is responsible for managing a wide range of investment programs focusing on private markets, liquid alternatives and multi-asset class solutions. Headquartered in Pfaeffikon (SZ), Switzerland, the firm has offices in New York, San Francisco, Raleigh, Dublin, London, Paris, Vaduz, Frankfurt am Main, Luxembourg, Dubai, Beijing, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Sydney.

EQT

EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management (EUR 134 billion in fee-generating assets under management), divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership.

Nio Capital

Established in 2016, NIO Capital seeks to invest in the extensive opportunities created by innovative technologies and business models that are reshaping the mobility, energy, logistics and other adjacent industries in a transformative manner.  The firm’s investment approach combines value investing with comprehensive industry resources, deep knowledge and hands-on portfolio management.  NIO Capital has assembled an experienced and multi-disciplinary team with solid skillsets and blue-chip backgrounds hailing from top investment and professional services firms, internet giants and automotive companies.  The firm is headquartered in Shanghai, China, with additional offices in Beijing.

“Eve ONE” is the flagship USD-denominated VC strategy vertical of NIO Capital.  The inaugural fund in its series, Eve ONE Fund I, was established in 2018 with support from global blue-chip institutions, including sovereign wealth funds, global insurance companies, pension funds, fund-of-funds, corporates, and family offices.  Fund I has demonstrated top-quartile performance with early investments into category leaders such as Momenta, Pony.ai, Innovusion, Inceptio, etc.

AlphaSights

Founded in 2008, AlphaSights is the global leader in knowledge on demand. We connect investors and business leaders with the knowledge they need to succeed. Working from 9 cities globally, our 2,000+ colleagues provide round-the-clock coverage to the world's top investment funds, consultancies, and Fortune 500s. 

Alvarez & Marsal

Founded in 1983, Alvarez & Marsal is a leading global professional services firm founded by Tony Alvarez II and Bryan Marsal. Renowned for its leadership, action, and results, Alvarez & Marsal provides advisory, business performance improvement, and turnaround management services, delivering practical solutions to address clients' unique challenges. With a worldwide network of experienced operators, world-class consultants, former regulators, and industry authorities, Alvarez & Marsal helps corporates, boards, private equity firms, law firms, and government agencies drive transformation, mitigate risk, and unlock value at every stage of growth.

K&L Gates

K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with more than 40 offices located in key capital cities and commercial and financial centers around the world. Our clients benefit from our deep local market knowledge and seamless access to both national and international capabilities.

Our Asset Management and Investment Funds practice has 50 years of experience in the financial services industry and comprises more than 140 lawyers in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. The practice spans a broad range of disciplines requiring highly specialized knowledge and experience. In Asia Pacific, our team represents private fund sponsors and investors including regional private equity funds, venture capital funds, infrastructure and real estate funds, Hong Kong-authorized funds and emerging market ETFs. Our practitioners are locally licensed or qualified in multiple jurisdictions including England and Wales, Japan, Hong Kong, New York, Australia, the PRC, Singapore and Taiwan. Drawing on this cross-border experience, we provide innovative, cross-jurisdictional advice on a wide range of financial, investment management, and advisory matters.

Our Private Equity Transactions practice represents general partners, sponsors, and limited partners of the funds that provide private capital, as well as the companies, management teams, family offices, and entrepreneurs that utilize this capital to acquire, create, and grow businesses globally. We advise across the full life cycle of private equity transactions, from fund formation and investment through to exit. Our substantial team of corporate transactional partners devotes all or a significant portion of their practices on private equity transactions and is strategically positioned across leading global capital markets, from New York to London to Hong Kong, as well as in dynamic and rapidly growing technology and development centers.

A&O Shearman

A&O Shearman transforms the way law is practiced, to deliver unparalleled results for our clients' most complex matters – everywhere in the world.  

We’re a law firm at the forefront of the forces changing the current of global business: energy transition, life sciences, technology, private capital, finance and beyond.  

Fluent in U.S. law, English law, and the laws of the world’s most dynamic markets in equal measure, we support our clients with bespoke teams of expert minds. Ready to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery, right now.  

A firm where everyone can belong, excel, move markets, and make a difference. 

Affinity Equity Partners

Affinity Equity Partners is an independently owned private equity fund managers established in March 2004 following the spin-off of the UBS Capital Asia Pacific team, the successful private equity arm of UBS AG in the region. Affinity raised its fourth external fund of US$6.0 billion in December 2017. Affinity Equity Partners currently advises and manages more than US$14 billion of funds and assets, with offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney and Beijing. Since inception, Affinity Equity Partners has completed over 50 landmark transactions in eleven countries across various industries and sectors with aggregate transaction value of US$22 billion. Our Firm invests in businesses with an established track record, strong market positions, demonstrable earnings momentum and growth ambitions.

Bain Capital

Bain Capital, LP is one of the world’s leading private investment firms with approximately $205 billion of assets under management that creates lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. Since our founding in 1984, we’ve applied our insight and experience to organically expand into several asset classes including private equity, credit, public equity, venture capital and real estate. We leverage our shared platform to capture cross-asset class opportunities in strategic areas of focus. With offices on four continents, our global team aligns our interests with those of our investors for lasting impact.

100 Women in Finance

100 Women in Finance is a global nonprofit membership organization established in 2001, committed to strengthening the global finance industry by empowering women to achieve their professional potential at every career stage. The organization’s membership spans 30+ locations worldwide and is fueled by a network of over 600 global volunteers and corporate partners who collaborate to deliver on education, peer engagement, and impact initiatives. Guided by Vision 30/40, 100 Women in Finance aspires to shape the future of leadership in finance, aiming for women to hold 30% of senior investment and executive roles by 2040. Visit 100women.org to learn more.

AIGCC

AIGCC works to create awareness and encourage action among Asia’s investors about the risks and opportunities associated with climate change.

AIGCC members:

- From 11 different markets in Asia and internationally,

- Include asset owners and managers

- More than US$28 trillion in combined AUM

The AIGCC network has a strong international profile and engages with government pension and sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and endowments. AIGCC represents the Asian investor perspective in the evolving global discussions on climate change and the transition to a net zero emissions economy.

AIMA

The Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) is the global representative of the alternative investment industry, with around 2,100 corporate members in over 60 countries. AIMA’s fund manager members collectively manage more than US$3 trillion in hedge fund and private credit assets.

AIMA draws upon the expertise and diversity of its membership to provide leadership in industry initiatives such as advocacy, policy and regulatory engagement, educational programmes and sound practice guides. AIMA works to raise media and public awareness of the value of the industry.

AIMA set up the Alternative Credit Council (ACC) to help firms focused in the private credit and direct lending space. The ACC currently represents over 250 members that manage over US$1 trillion of private credit assets globally.  

AIMA is committed to developing skills and education standards and is a co-founder of the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst designation (CAIA) – the first and only specialised educational standard for alternative investment specialists. AIMA is governed by its Council (Board of Directors).

CAIA

CAIA Association is a global network of forward-thinking investment professionals, redefining the future of capital allocation in a world where traditional and alternative converge. United by a commitment to improving investment outcomes, we lead with authority, educate to inspire, and connect people who turn insight into action.

Chinese Overseas Private Funds Association (COPFA)

Chinese Overseas Private Funds Association (“COPFA”) is a non-profit organization that connects Chinese managers with international allocators and market participants in the overseas private fund industry. We support their professional development and facilitate their access to institutional grade opportunities. We represent their voice and interest and advocate for high standards in regulation, innovation, ethics and governance. We collaborate with various stakeholders and foster long-term growth and reputation of the industry.

CVCA

Founded in 2002, the Hong Kong-based China Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA) is the oldest and longest-running trade group representing the venture capital and private equity investment industry in Greater China. Through reliance on its international team of experts, while upholding its independence and professional integrity, CVCA is committed to promoting the healthy and sustainable development of the venture capital and private equity industry in Greater China through market-oriented operations. CVCA has more than 100 regular members and associates, including a number of the most renowned and influential firms in China and the world at large, e.g., Carlyle Group, KKR & Co., TPG Capital, Warburg Pincus, CDH Investments, Hony Capital, Goldman Sachs Group, Sequoia Capital, IDG Capital, Qiming Venture Partners, and CITIC Capital. To date, CVCA members run over 390 U.S dollar-denominated investment funds in Greater China, with a total of US$600 billion in assets under management (AUM); and 1,290 RMB-denominated funds, with more than RMB¥1 trillion in AUM. With a wealth of investment experience and a proven track record in deal-making globally and across varying economic cycles, these institutions are firmly committed to the Chinese market, successfully investing in many industries in Greater China. Their substantial investment in Mainland China not only contributes to the prosperity of the Chinese private equity market and industry development, providing opportunities for many of China’s most innovative companies, these investments also align with China’s economic development strategy, contributing to the advancement of China’s real economy and its economic transformation.

Energy Council

Energy Council is the world's leading energy investment network, connecting energy companies, investors, financiers and policymakers to unlock new opportunities, build strategic partnerships and accelerate deal-making across the global energy sector. 

Since 2008, Energy Council has facilitated energy investment and business development through a unique combination of high-level events, curated networking and market intelligence. 

With a global network of more than 60,000 senior industry professionals, Energy Council helps organisations access capital, meet key decision-makers and stay ahead of market developments across oil & gas, LNG, power, infrastructure and energy transition sectors.

In 2027, Energy Council will convene executives and investors at forums, roadshows and VIP receptions across London, New York, Houston, Singapore, Calgary and key energy markets worldwide, creating opportunities for industry leaders to connect with global capital, explore new partnerships and shape the future of energy. Through every touchpoint, Energy Council brings together the people, insights and investment opportunities driving the industry's next chapter.

GPCA

The Global Private Capital Association (GPCA), which was founded as the Emerging Markets Private Equity Association (EMPEA) in 2004, is a non-profit, independent membership organization representing private capital investors who manage more than USD2t in assets across Asia, Latin America, Africa, Central & Eastern Europe and the Middle East.

Our mission is to connect and influence key market participants, promoting the sectors, strategies and deals that will drive investment returns and meet societal needs. A cornerstone of GPCA’s work is generating proprietary data, intelligence and deal cases to drive transparency and showcase innovation from across global markets.

Hong Kong Investment Funds Association

HKIFA work with the authorities and industry participants closely to provide thought leadership and share international best practices. HKIFA help to identify emerging trends, growth drivers and areas for modernization or enhancement. They share industry views and thoughts; and provide constructive and pragmatic solutions.

Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB)

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is a Government-subvented body. Operating 15 offices around the world and representative offices in six different markets, its primary mission is to maximise the social and economic contribution that tourism makes to the community of Hong Kong and to consolidate the city’s position as a world-class destination. The HKTB works closely with the Government, travel industry, and other partners to promote Hong Kong worldwide, widen the range of tourism products Hong Kong offers, elevate service standards, and enhance the visitor experience.

Hong Kong Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (HKVCA)

Established in 1987, the HKVCA’s mission is to encourage a vibrant venture capital and private equity industry in Asia while promoting the role of member firms in value creation, innovation and economic development. The HKVCA provides a forum for networking and experience sharing for its members; promotes industry professional ethics, international best practices and standards; and represents the views of its members before governmental and other relevant bodies.

iCI

The Initiative Climat International (iCI) is a global community of private markets investors who seek to demonstrate leadership in improving the industry’s understanding and management of the risks and opportunities associated with climate change. iCI brings together private markets practitioners to share knowledge, tools, experience and practical approaches with peers. The initiative is formally endorsed and supported by the PRI.

iCI brings together GPs, supportive LPs and Funds of Funds to support the integration of material climate-related risks and opportunities into investment practices, as well as approaches to measuring, managing and seeking to reduce the carbon emissions of private markets-backed companies where appropriate. 

Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA)

The Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) is the leading global, member-driven organization dedicated to advancing the interests of private equity limited partners through industry-leading education programs, independent research, best practices, networking opportunities and global collaborations. Initially founded as an informal networking group, the ILPA is a voluntary association funded by its members. ILPA membership has grown to include almost 400 organizations from around the world representing almost 50% of global institutional assets under management in private equity.

Singapore Venture Capital Association (SVCA)

The Singapore Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (SVCA) was formed in 1992 under the patronage of the Economic Development Board to promote the development of the venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) industry. From a humble start of two, our membership now exceeds one hundred and continues to grow in tandem with the industry's development.

To foster greater understanding of the importance of venture capital and private equity to the Singapore economy in support of entrepreneurship and innovation and to look after the interests of our members, promote professional development, raise professional standards as well as facilitate collaboration among members.

As a not-for-profit organisation, the association strives to:

• Promote the professional development of the industry through awards, training, workshops and conference
• Facilitate interaction and collaboration among its members through regular networking events
• Act as a platform for dialogue on regulatory and policy issues pertaining to VC and PE through data research, feedback and consultation with members and regulatory authorities
• Build linkages to centres of VC and PE activities in the region through active participation at regional and global VC & PE Initiatives

Asia Business Law Journal (ABLJ)

Law.asia is an award-winning portal providing news, analysis and expert advice on business law in Asia to in-house counsel, lawyers in private practice and other business and legal leaders. It features the proprietary editorial content and archives of our premium legal magazines – Asia Business Law Journal, China Business Law Journal and India Business Law Journal – along with videos, law firm listings, awards and much more. Produced by Law.asia Limited, an independent media company, Law.asia is multilingual, offering content in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.

China Business Law Journal (CBLJ)

Law.asia is an award-winning portal providing news, analysis and expert advice on business law in Asia to in-house counsel, lawyers in private practice and other business and legal leaders. It features the proprietary editorial content and archives of our premium legal magazines – Asia Business Law Journal, China Business Law Journal and India Business Law Journal – along with videos, law firm listings, awards and much more. Produced by Law.asia Limited, an independent media company, Law.asia is multilingual, offering content in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.

India Business Law Journal (IBLJ)

Law.asia is an award-winning portal providing news, analysis and expert advice on business law in Asia to in-house counsel, lawyers in private practice and other business and legal leaders. It features the proprietary editorial content and archives of our premium legal magazines – Asia Business Law Journal, China Business Law Journal and India Business Law Journal – along with videos, law firm listings, awards and much more. Produced by Law.asia Limited, an independent media company, Law.asia is multilingual, offering content in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.