Accelerating Asia

Accelerating Asia functions as a venture capital accelerator, investing in high-growth, pre-Series A technology startups across Southeast and South Asia. Its model provides capital, credibility, and hands-on guidance through structured accelerator programs. The firm targets early-stage ventures with potential, typically six to eighteen months from institutional funding, addressing a crucial gap in regional financing.

Co-founded in 2019 by Craig Bristol Dixon and Amra Naidoo, Accelerating Asia originated from observing a gap in the Asian startup ecosystem. After running a corporate accelerator, Dixon and Naidoo identified the need for an independent, founder-driven venture capital accelerator in Singapore, committing to build a tailored platform for emerging Asian startups.

Accelerating Asia serves promising pre-Series A founders and connects investor partners with innovative companies in dynamic markets. Its mission is to support the region's best startups, equipping them with investor networks, funding, and scaling resources. The vision is to foster future technology leaders while contributing positively to global sustainable development.