Singapore: Venturi Partners, a consumer growth equity fund, has announced the first close of its second fund at $150 million, underscoring investor confidence in its strategy of backing high-growth consumer brands across India and Southeast Asia. The fund aims to reach a final close of $225 million by June 2026.
Building on the momentum of its debut fund, Venturi Partners Fund II will invest $15–40 million in 10 companies operating across high-growth consumer sectors.
These investments will focus on purpose-driven brands positioned to benefit from structural drivers such as rising consumer spending and favorable demographics. Alongside the main fund, investors will also have the opportunity to co-invest on a one-to-one ratio.
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Venturi Partners Fund II to Back Disruptive Consumer Brands
The investment strategy of Venturi Partners is reinforced by its collaborative approach with founders and active board-level participation. Leveraging deep sector expertise, the firm provides strategic guidance and operational support to help scale consumer-focused businesses sustainably and profitably.
Commenting on the announcement, Nicholas Cator, Founder & Managing Partner at Venturi Partners, said: “We are grateful for the continued trust and confidence of our existing investors and welcome our new partners. This strong response validates our investment thesis and the strength of our unique team that we have built over the last five years.”
Rishika Chandan, Managing Partner of Venturi Partners, added: “Amidst global volatility, India continues to emerge as a strong growth market, creating a compelling long-term investment opportunity that aligns well with our strategy. With our hands-on operating expertise, we are confident we will deliver strong returns.”
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Venturi Partners’ Track Record with Fund I
In June 2022, Venturi Partners closed its debut fund at $180 million, supported by prominent European and Asian investors, including Frédéric de Mévius (AB InBev family) and Ackermans & van Haaren, a listed Belgian investment company. Fund I’s portfolio includes Livspace, Country Delight, Believe, Pickup Coffee, Dali, K-12 Techno Services, and JQR, with an eighth investment soon to be finalized.
Founded in 2020, Venturi Partners is a consumer-focused growth equity platform that invests in Series B–D stage companies across India and Southeast Asia. The firm partners with consumer-centric and purpose-driven brands, combining strategic capital with operational expertise to help them scale sustainably and profitably.
