VentureSouq
Venture capitalAbu Dhabi · Pre-Seed–Series B · 12 people tracked
Investment thesis
VentureSouq is a MENA-based venture capital fund manager operating thematic funds, currently focused on FinTech and ClimateTech, while maintaining a global portfolio. It positions itself as a thesis-driven, long-term partner to entrepreneurs building companies with lasting impact. The firm invests heavily in the regional startup ecosystem through education, content and programming, including a regional impact investing fellowship program and the Angel Rising investor symposium co-organized with NYU Abu Dhabi's startAD. VentureSouq leverages an extensive global network to help portfolio companies expand into new markets and attract additional capital, working closely alongside both its investors and portfolio companies.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 12 people
from the firm's website & public directories
What they invest in
from 50 of 105 portfolio companiesSaaS ×22Fintech ×21Enterprise Software ×17AI & Machine Learning ×13Healthtech ×7Advanced Manufacturing ×5B2B Marketplaces ×5Climate Tech ×5
HQs:United States×25India×7United Arab Emirates×4Egypt×2Pakistan×2United Kingdom×1
Investments · 105 tracked
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Amplemarket builds an all-in-one B2B sales platform that combines lead generation, sales outreach, and deal management, serving sales and SDR teams.
AI & Machine LearningSaaSSales Tech
João Batalha(CEO & Founder)Luís Batalha(CPO & Founder)Mica Oliveira(CRO & Founder)
Andela connects global technologists with enterprise opportunities and serves as a platform for hiring, building AI systems, and upskilling teams.
AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHR TechWashington, D.C., US
Carrol Chang(CEO)Barun Singh(Chief Product & Technology Officer)Geoff MacNeil(Chief Revenue Officer)Kennith Jackson(Senior Vice President of Solutions)inErin Lothson(General Counsel)inLila(VP of People)in
Anja Health provides cord blood banking and stem cell storage services from umbilical cords and placentas for families.
BiotechFemTechHealthtechMedical DevicesWellness & FitnessNew York City, US
Kathryn Cross(Founder)in
Apero is a healthcare software platform that provides scheduling, visit notes, revenue cycle management, patient billing, prescriptions, and financial reporting for medical practices.
HealthtechSaaSSan Francisco, US
Aspire provides corporate account and card solutions for businesses with complex operations, offering relationship management and an online platform for employee spending oversight.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSingapore, SG
Andrea Baronchelli(Founder/CEO)inGiovanni Casinelli(Founder)in
Atomic Vest provides a white-label investment and savings platform for fintechs and financial institutions to offer wealth management, cash management, and brokerage services to their customers.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSan Francisco, US
David Dindi(Founder)in
Bear Flag Robotics developed autonomous technology for farming before being acquired by John Deere in 2021.
Advanced ManufacturingAgTechRoboticsNew York City, US
Betterfly offers employee benefits platform with configurable benefit packages, including life insurance starting from $20,000 MXN and dental insurance from $10,000 MXN, serving Mexican employers and their workforces.
HR TechInsurTechMexico City, MX
Eduardo della Maggiora(Executive Officer, Director)Martin Molina(Director)Cristobal della Maggiora(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardMike Packer(Director)
San Francisco, US
Singla Ashutosh(Director)Sonakshi Nathani(Executive Officer, Director)
Blissway provides roadside toll collection and vehicle tracking systems using wireless autonomous devices (WAL-Es) and cloud analytics, replacing traditional gantry and transponder infrastructure for highway management agencies.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingGovTechHardwareIoTMobility & TransportationSaaSDenver, US
Blueberry provides 24/7 pediatric telemedicine services with an at-home medical kit for families, enabling remote diagnosis and care from board-certified pediatricians.
Digital HealthHealthtech
Brave Care operates pediatric primary and urgent care clinics designed to treat common acute conditions in children, supplemented by remote consultations delivered by clinicians.
HealthtechPortland, US
Asa Miller(Founder)inDarius "Bubs" Monsef(Founder)inMaryam Taheri(Founder)inCorey Fish, MD(Founder)inGary Gerlacher(Executive Officer, Director)Corey Fish, M.D.(Executive Officer, Director)
Bueno Finance offers a digital credit card accessible via UPI, targeting credit-building for underserved users in India.
FintechGurugram, IN
BuildStream provides candidate sourcing and data research services for recruiting teams, using multiple data sources and manual verification to compile verified contact lists that reduce reliance on multiple software tools.
Construction TechFintechHR TechMarketplacesPropTechLondon, GB
Current Foods produces plant-based and biotech-derived seafood products, including raw tuna and smoked salmon alternatives, designed to compete on flavor, nutritional profile, cost, and supply reliability.
Climate TechHealthtechSan Francisco, US
Jacek Prus(Founder)in
Helium Health provides healthcare technology for clinicians, governments, and public health stakeholders across Africa, including an electronic medical records/operating system (HeliumOS) and a provider-patient platform (HeliumDoc).
Digital HealthFintechHealthtechLA, NG
Adegoke Olubusi(Founder/CEO)inDimeji Sofowora(Founder/COO)in
Jeeves provides flexible payment and expense management solutions for businesses, including prepaid cards, payment processing, and cross-border transaction services across multiple jurisdictions.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSMiami, US
Dileep Thazhmon(Founder)inSherwin Gandhi(Director)
BoardAngela Strange(Director)
Khatabook provides a mobile app that allows business owners to digitally record customer credit and debit transactions, replacing paper ledgers; the platform also offers access to lending services and is designed for small businesses managing customer accounts.
FintechBengaluru, IN
Ravish Naresh(Founder/CEO)in
LunaJoy is a mental health platform that connects women facing postpartum challenges with mental health providers.
Digital HealthFemTechHealthtechMental HealthAtlanta, US
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does VentureSouq invest at?
- VentureSouq invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What is VentureSouq's typical check size?
- VentureSouq typically writes checks of $250K – $50M.
- What sectors does VentureSouq focus on?
- VentureSouq focuses on Climate Tech, Fintech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is VentureSouq located?
- VentureSouq is headquartered in Abu Dhabi, AE.
- Does VentureSouq lead rounds?
- VentureSouq typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamSonia Weymuller from VentureSouq talks about pitching for investors.
Hub71 · Sonia Weymuller
“When and Why You Shouldn’t Fundraise” with Sonia Weymuller, Founding Partner of VentureSouq | EP5
Lucidity Insights · Sonia Weymuller
The Perfect Pitch Ep5 trailer with Sonia Weymuller, CFO and General Partner of VentureSouq
Lucidity Insights · Sonia Weymuller
VentureSouq's Sonia Weymuller: From friends to angel investors, and her impact investing philosophy
From MENA to the World · Sonia Weymuller
Ahmed Alnaqbi, CEO, EDB, UAE & Sonia Gokhale, Founding Partner, VentureSouq | ABLF Talks
ABLF · Sonia Gokhale
VentureSouq’s Sonia Weymuller on finding your inner Sisu
Conversations with Loulou · Sonia Weymuller
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