Big Basin Capital

What is Big Basin Capital?

Big Basin Capital is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage startups, primarily in Korea and the United States. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, they have a keen interest in software, media, education, sales and marketing, A.I. and big data, advertising, analytics, cloud services and infrastructure, mobile, and online social industries. Big Basin Capital's investment size usually falls under $1M, with $500K being the typical median.

Their investment range, however, can extend up to $1B, with a minimum threshold of $750K.

They aim to often be the first institutional investor in the companies they invest in. Big Basin Capital is flexible in working with existing investors and frequently co-invests with other venture capitalists.

They may lead deals or participate in syndication, depending on which method best leverages their strengths. The firm puts a high value on raising the 'right' amount of money, supporting entrepreneurs who maintain lean operations until their business model's scalability is proven.

Geographically, their primary focus is Korea, given its rank as the 12th largest economy, its high rate of tech adoption, its tech-friendly environment, and its high smartphone penetration rate. They are also attuned to Korean entrepreneurs with international backgrounds targeting global markets. In select cases, they may consider U.S. startups with substantial operations or business interests in Korea.

Their partners and advisors, along with investors in their funds, offer a broad network within the tech industry across the U.S., China, Taiwan, Japan, and Korea. This network includes highly successful entrepreneurs and executives eager to engage with young startups.

Big Basin Capital takes an active role in the companies they invest in, often serving on the board to provide hands-on guidance and assistance, viewing each investment as the start of a long-term partnership.