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Venture studioTaguig · Pre-Seed–Seed · 2 people tracked
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Investment thesis
917Ventures operates as a venture builder, creating and scaling new businesses rather than solely investing in external startups. It focuses on building digital ventures that uplift the lives of Filipinos and the broader Southeast Asia region, spanning fintech, mobility, consumer services, adtech, and data-driven platforms. The firm ideates, launches, tests, accelerates, and scales ventures run by experienced entrepreneurs, aiming to catalyze transformational impact across communities. Its portfolio includes finance superapps, pet care platforms, programmatic advertising and data businesses, mobility solutions, and developer marketplaces.
Source: firm website, verified Nov 9, 2026.
Team · 2 people
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Migu Macale is a Principal at 917Ventures, where he leads deal work focused on connecting startups with commercial opportunities through Globe and Ayala companies via the Velocity program. He brings nine years of experience in the Philippine and Southeast Asian startup ecosystems, including previous roles in corporate innovation at Ayala and early-stage investing at IdeaSpace Ventures. Macale holds a degree in International Political Economy from Fordham University and mentors founders and emerging operators in his work.
Szachi Ducusin is a Program Manager at 917Ventures focused on startup and innovation initiatives. With experience in program management and communications, Ducusin has developed and executed campaigns and initiatives targeting community impact.
What they invest in
from 7 of 15 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×2Cleantech ×2Enterprise Software ×2Fintech ×2Marketing Tech ×2AdTech ×1Consumer ×1Crypto & Web3 ×1
HQs:Philippines×3Taiwan×1
Investments · 15 tracked
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DeepSea Technologies develops supervised, human-in-the-loop automation systems for the maritime shipping industry, including propulsion and speed optimization tools that support crew decision-making rather than replace it.
AI & Machine LearningCleantechDeep TechLogistics & Supply Chain
Co-investorsEmerald Technology Ventures AgETF PartnersNabtesco Technology Ventures
GCash for Business Partner Solutions offers marketing and campaign tools that help brands reach customers using user insights, including promo campaign execution and sustainability-focused campaigns.
AdTechConsumerFintechImpact & Social GoodMarketing TechTaguig, PH
Co-investorsInsight PartnersWarburg Pincus
Gogoro builds electric Smartscooters and operates a swappable battery network (Gogoro Network) with fleet-management software for consumers and B2B customers such as last-mile delivery and mobility-sharing operators.
CleantechEnergyMobility & Transportation
Co-investorsPrinceville CapitalEngieGeneration Investment ManagementSumitomo CorporationTemasek
Inquiro provides customer data services, offering data-driven insights to help businesses grow.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software
Konsulta.md offers 24/7 online doctor consultations through an app, connecting patients with licensed healthcare professionals across multiple specializations.
Digital HealthHealthtechMental Health
M360 provides a messaging platform (CPaaS) offering mobile/SMS, email campaigns, and messaging across popular channels for businesses in the Philippines.
Marketing TechMedia & EntertainmentSaaS
Velocity is an enterprise platform that provides payments and treasury solutions powered by stablecoins, designed for CFOs and global businesses.
Crypto & Web3Enterprise SoftwareFintech
Eric Queathem(Founder)Tom Greenwood(Founder)
Co-investorsActivant CapitalDigital Space VenturesEthereal Ventures Management Ltd.Fuel VenturesImagine VenturesNextBlock+12 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
AdSparkAgentbaseAI LabsConcatiEvroKodeGoPettrRUSH
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companies
Gogoro · manilatimes.net · Aug 24, 2026
Velocity · finsmes.com · Jul 14, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has 917Ventures made?
- 917Ventures has 15 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited.
- What stage does 917Ventures invest at?
- 917Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does 917Ventures focus on?
- 917Ventures focuses on AdTech, AI & Machine Learning, Consumer, Creator Economy, Data & Infrastructure, Digital Health, EdTech, Fintech, Marketplaces, Mobility & Transportation, SaaS.
- Where is 917Ventures located?
- 917Ventures is headquartered in Taguig, PH.
- Who does 917Ventures co-invest with?
- 917Ventures most often shares deals with Emerald Technology Ventures Ag, ETF Partners, Insight Partners, among 6 tracked co-investors.
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