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Monks Hill Ventures (MHV) Scouts Program
Monks Hill Ventures Scouts Program is Monks Hill Ventures' scout program offering a unique opportunity for founders and operators to invest in high-growth startups.
- Application state
- Accepting
Overview
What Monks Hill Ventures (MHV) Scouts Program offers
What Monks Hill Ventures (MHV) Scouts Program is
The MHV Scouts Program is Monks Hill Ventures' distributed venture scout network, bringing together exceptional founders and operators across Southeast Asia to source and invest in high-growth pre-seed and seed-stage startups. Launched in 2021, the program represents an evolution in how early-stage venture capital operates in emerging markets, empowering individual scouts to become deal makers while maintaining quality and network alignment.
Operational profile
Program status and context
Program status describes the program itself. Application availability and deadlines remain separate.
- Operational status
- Active
- Program type
- Scout Program
- Host organization
- Monk's Hill Ventures
- Last reviewed
- May 26, 2026
What Scout program means
A scout program is a structured venture-capital program that recruits external people to help a fund discover, refer, evaluate, or sometimes invest in early-stage startups.
Open the glossary entryTerms and economics
Published program terms
- Equity
- 20%
- Price
- Unknown
- Compensation
- Carry Share
Compensation and economics
Scouts have the ability to deploy their own capital into selected companies and earn carried interest on successful investments, typically around 20%. They also gain public recognition and access to Monks Hill Ventures' LP base and investor network.
Focus and fit
Who the program is for
Program thesis
The MHV Scouts Program focuses on investing in pre-seed and seed-stage technology companies that solve significant market problems in Southeast Asia. By leveraging local expertise and networks, scouts can identify promising startups and provide them with the necessary support to grow.
Eligibility
Successful founders with proven exits or ongoing success, experienced operators from high-growth companies, and individuals with deep local ecosystem knowledge are encouraged to apply.
Selection approach
Interested candidates can express their interest through the MHV website, demonstrating their founder credentials and network. They can also attend scout network events and connect with existing scouts.
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Sectors
- Consumer Apps · E-commerce · Edtech · Fintech · Logistics · Mobility
- Regions
- Southeast Asia
- Audience
- Founders · Operators
Format and cadence
How participation works
- Presence
- Hybrid
- Main location
- Singapore
- Cohort size
- 20
- Engagement
- Part Time
Delivery model
The program operates in a hybrid model, allowing scouts to work remotely while also participating in local events and meetings.
Participation expectations
Scouts are expected to engage part-time, attending monthly meetings and participating in various events to support portfolio companies.
Availability and engagement
Application timing and route
- Application state
- Accepting
- Admissions
- Open
Published timeline
The program operates continuously with monthly scout meetings and quarterly strategy sessions to align on portfolio updates and investment opportunities.
Application considerations
Prospective scouts should demonstrate their founder credentials and network connections. Engaging with existing scouts and attending MHV events can enhance their chances of being selected.
Value and support
What participation may provide
Publicly described support is context, not a guarantee of current delivery or future benefit.
What participants may receive
Participants gain access to MHV's LP base, portfolio company support, market intelligence, and potential co-investment opportunities. They also benefit from operational expertise and visibility at industry events.
Outcomes and track record
What the public record shows
Historical activity and reported outcomes provide context, not a guarantee of future results.
Reported outcomes
The program has successfully identified and supported over 100 pre-seed and seed companies, with multiple portfolio companies raising Series A funding from international VCs.
Common questions
Program details at a glance
Monks Hill Ventures (MHV) Scouts Program is published in Upseed as a scout program program hosted by Monk's Hill Ventures. Upseed treats the Program and its host Organization as separate records so each can have its own status and sources.
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
May 26, 2026
Known limits
Terms, deadlines, and application states can change. Confirm current details at the published destination before acting. Upseed does not yet classify every Program destination as official.
Upseed is an independent guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or the official representative of this program or its host.