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Peeba

DefunctYC W23

Jakarta, ID · Founded 2020 · 30 employees · 15 known investors

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Peeba operates a B2B wholesale marketplace connecting independent retailers across Southeast Asia with branded product suppliers, handling inventory purchases.

Also known as Kingmaker Holdings Limited · Kingmaker Limited

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W23)

Peeba was founded in 2020 by Jacky Lai.

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Jacky LaiFounder and CEO2019–2025Jacky Lai founded and leads Peeba. Previously, he started two companies, including an e-commerce business that reached over $40 million in annual sales. He holds a degree from Emory University.
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Kevin ChoFounderuntil 2026
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Galih OktaHead of Sales (Indonesia)until 2026
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Daisuke NambaOperationsuntil 2026
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Wien DaluHRGAuntil 2026
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Sasa DewiOperationsuntil 2026

Investors · 15

Mana Ventureslisted by Mana VenturesEstero

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Capitalize VCreportedChicago · $100K – $200K

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Eight CapitalreportedNorwalk

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NordstarreportedLondon

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Sandhill (ex Stonks)reportedSan Francisco

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Unpopular VenturesreportedMiami · $100K – $500K

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Also in the syndicate · 1

Headline Ventureslead

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$4.2M disclosed across 1 round · 2022

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Kingmaker Holdings Limited

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Frequently asked questions

What does Peeba do?
Peeba operates a B2B wholesale marketplace connecting independent retailers across Southeast Asia with branded product suppliers, handling inventory purchases.
Who founded Peeba?
Peeba was founded by Jacky Lai in 2020.
Who are Peeba's investors?
Peeba's investors include Acorn Pacific Ventures, Beaconsfield Capital, MAGIC Fund, Maiora Rebel Ventures, Mana Ventures, Mount Parker Ventures, Rebel Fund, Y Combinator and 6 more.
How much funding has Peeba raised?
Peeba has disclosed $4.2M raised across 1 round.
Where is Peeba headquartered?
Peeba is headquartered in Jakarta, ID.