Organization · Angel Group
BANSEA
BANSEA is the oldest angel investment network in Southeast Asia, based in Singapore. It connects over 100 qualified angel investors with early-stage startups seeking investment and mentorship.
Overview
What BANSEA does
What BANSEA is
BANSEA is the oldest angel investment network in Southeast Asia, based in Singapore. It connects over 100 qualified angel investors with early-stage startups seeking investment and mentorship.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder and community and event host and publisher capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
Organization status describes the entity itself. Funding and program availability appear within the relevant capability profile.
- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Angel Group
- Founded
- Founded in 2001
- Approximate age
- About 25 years
- Structured capabilities
- Funder · Community · Event host · Publisher
- Last reviewed
- March 19, 2026
Official channels
Find BANSEA elsewhere
Open the official website or a supported primary organization account.
Capability profile
BANSEA as a funder
Investment thesis
BANSEA aims to promote the development of the angel investment community in Southeast Asia by connecting angel investors with early-stage startups.
Focus narrative
BANSEA focuses on early-stage investments, specifically targeting seed, pre-Series A, and Series A funding stages. The organization is open to investments across various sectors, excluding traditional businesses and real estate, primarily operating within Singapore and Southeast Asia.
Value beyond capital
BANSEA adds value to its portfolio companies through mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to a community of experienced angel investors.
Terms and economics
- Typical check
- $74,000–$740,000
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Seed · Pre-seed · Series A
- Regions
- SingaporeSoutheast Asia
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Yes
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded portfolio count
- 9
Portfolio context
Notable portfolio companies include Job2GO, a human resource tech company in Indonesia; Carousell, a mobile classifieds platform; Histovery, which provides interactive historical experiences; Otonomos, a platform for company incorporation; Epicurio, a food and beverage platform; Kluje, a home improvement service marketplace; OurHealthMate, a health tech startup; Soml, focused on social media marketing; and Oddleme, which offers innovative tech solutions.
Capability profile
BANSEA as a community
Community overview
BANSEA, established in 2001, is the oldest angel investment network in Southeast Asia, based in Singapore. It was founded by a group of angel investors with the aim of promoting the development of the angel investment community in the region. BANSEA connects angel investors with early-stage startups, facilitating investment opportunities and mentorship.
Community focus
BANSEA focuses on early-stage investments, specifically targeting seed, pre-Series A, and Series A funding stages. The organization is open to investments across various sectors but does not consider traditional businesses or real estate. It primarily operates within Singapore and Southeast Asia, including remote companies with strategies to enter these markets.
Member value
Members benefit from networking opportunities, mentorship, and access to investment events. BANSEA organizes educational sessions through the BANSEA Academy to enhance the skills of angel investors and entrepreneurs.
Membership
- Pricing models
- free
Format and cadence
- Modality
- in-person
- Schedule
- rolling-admissions
- Commitment
- light
Availability
- Membership state
- Accepting
Audience and fit
- Audience
- Founders · Investors
- Benefits
- mentorship and network-access
- Program types
- community and bootcamp
- Selection criteria
- open
- Stages
- Seed · Pre-seed · Series A
- Regions
- SingaporeSoutheast Asia
Community activity
Events and activity
BANSEA hosts multiple events throughout the year, including the Annual SVCA Conference, Climate Tech Investment Summit, and various pitch events where startups can present to potential investors.
Notable members
Notable portfolio companies include Job2GO, Carousell, Histovery, Otonomos, Epicurio, Kluje, OurHealthMate, Soml, and Oddleme.
Capability profile
BANSEA as an event host
Event focus
BANSEA focuses on early-stage investments, specifically targeting seed, pre-Series A, and Series A funding stages. The organization connects angel investors with startups, facilitating investment opportunities and mentorship across various sectors, excluding traditional businesses and real estate.
Format narrative
BANSEA organizes various programs and events, including Startup Pitch Day, BANSEA Academy, and GROW Impact Accelerator, which culminates in a virtual demo day.
Participant value
BANSEA provides a platform for angel investors to connect with promising startups, offering mentorship and investment opportunities that foster growth in the startup ecosystem.
Format and cadence
- Event types
- summit and pitch-night
- Recurrence
- annual
- Modality
- in-person
- Startups can present
- Yes
Availability
- Registration state
- Not currently accepting
Audience and fit
- Selection criteria
- open
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed · Series A
- Audience
- Founders · Investors
- Regions
- SingaporeSoutheast Asia
Speakers and past editions
Speakers
Notable team members include Lance Quek (Chairman), Chris Lee Susanto (Vice Chairman), and Michelle Kung (Executive Director).
Past editions
BANSEA has hosted events such as the Annual SVCA Conference and the Climate Tech Investment Summit, along with various pitch events for startups.
Capability profile
BANSEA as a publisher
Editorial focus
BANSEA focuses on early-stage investments, specifically targeting seed, pre-Series A, and Series A funding stages. The organization connects angel investors with early-stage startups, facilitating investment opportunities and mentorship. It operates primarily within Singapore and Southeast Asia, including remote companies aiming to enter these markets.
Audience value
BANSEA provides a platform for angel investors to connect with early-stage startups, offering investment opportunities and mentorship to foster the growth of the startup ecosystem in Southeast Asia.
Format and cadence
- Content formats
- podcast and blog
- Primary platform
- Website
Availability
- Guest pitch state
- Accepting
Audience and focus
- Audience
- Founders · Investors
- Regions
- SingaporeSoutheast Asia
Flagship work and coverage
Flagship properties
BANSEA produces a podcast series titled 'Meet the BANSEA Angels,' featuring interviews with angel investors discussing their investment strategies. Additionally, they publish blog posts covering updates, partnerships, and insights into the startup ecosystem.
Common questions
What to know about BANSEA
Upseed classifies BANSEA under the Angel Group organization type. Its current public profile includes funder, community, event host, and publisher capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
Know what this page is based on
Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 19, 2026
Known limits
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