After more than two decades of investing...
I believe we’ve found the next big hidden opportunity:


Most LPs exploring venture capital funds as an investment vehicle are concerned with media sentiment.

"Capital at risk"
"Growth at all costs"
"Long-term"

The numbers don't lie. If well managed, venture investing reaps very attractive ROI versus most other alternatives.

And, you won't even need to find the next unicorn to do that.

Today, sustainable, sticky growth is the holy grail for any investment office looking for longevity with attractive returns.

Some years ago my partner, Murli, and I started Tin Men Capital in pursuit of that.

Our fund's unique focus:
- B2B and Enterprise Tech Startups
- With a strong focus in Southeast Asia
- Who are in Series A stage and beyond

Our thesis:
SouthEast Asia's legacy industries are still largely undigitised.
B2B tech in large TAM > High-gross margins > Sticky recurring revenue > Quicker pathway to profitability

We've already proven that these ideas our sound with measured results from our inaugural fund.

Family offices and institutions that work with us appreciate our ethos in running the fund:

⚙️ DISCIPLINED DEAL-SOURCING : 
Carefully scrutinising every deal for the right valuations, founder mix, and expertise. No exceptions.

⚙️ HIGH-CONVICTION: 
We only invest in a handful of teams that apply. Sounds counterintuitive, but It's seeing above-market returns with below-average failure rates.

⚙️ EXPERIENCED B2B OPERATORS AT THE HELM: 
Murli and I bring collectively more than 40 years of experience in investing and management, having sat on boards and brokered large M&As. Our thoughts have also been featured on TechInAsia, Peak Magazine, and more.

Some of our portfolio companies:

🔵 Hubble (Series B)
Resource management platform for parties in the construction value chain to track and optimise processes

🔵  Zipline (Series A)
Australia's #1 workplace management platform for the aged care and health sectors

🔵  GlobalTix (Series A)
Software and marketplace software for tourism attraction operators and travel product distributors 

We’re always on the lookout for new partners and startups to join us.

If keen to chat, shoot me a DM/email or head over to our website to drop us a line.

Jeremy Tan

What no one tells you about running a VC fund (until you find out yourself).

People who’ve founded, or started, a VC fund know this:
It doesn’t just take a good investing team to run a fund.
You need an army of professional services firms to keep the clockwork going.

Most people see the obvious work.
 - Fundraising
 - Sourcing
 - Investing
 - Exiting

But there’s so much more running behind the scenes.

+ Capital calls
+ KYC / onboarding investors
+ Periodic reports to Limited Partners
+ Regulatory filings
+ Audit

None of these are optional.
If we want a well-functioning ecosystem, we need dependable service providers who can do these at a cost structure that makes sense.

However, that’s not we see today.
Come audit season, we’re still getting questions like:

“Why are your startups burning cash?”
“Can I have a DCF model for your investment?”

Audits are important. They’re a third-party opinion on how we value the portfolio.

But many auditors here are still (stubbornly?) looking at VC portfolios with a mature company lens.
And the pricing often follows: ~US$2k per year per company for a fair market valuation.

For VC funds (typically smaller than PE funds), that adds up fast and eats painfully into net returns.

It’s not sustainable. 
We’re in severe need of a step change in approach.

One bright spot for us has been working with good folks like those at Carta. (this is not a sponsored post 😅)

They’ve taken a tech-enabled approach to an archaic part of fund admin.

🔺 Capital call calculations done faster, with fewer errors.
🔺 Financial details available online, with enough granularity.
🔺 Onboarding, KYC, subscriptions, all in one platform.

To be clear, they’re not perfect.
Beyond the tech, the people we interface with…
They listen. They hear the pain points. 
And they keep iterating.

Eventually, investors should be able to access investment-level financials seamlessly, straight from source data.

If SEA wants a world-class VC ecosystem, the services layer around fund management, legal, accounting etc. has to keep evolving.

As it is right now, there is much room for improvement. 

For an aspiring financial hub of Southeast Asia, I don’t think this is too much to ask.

PS. If you know good individuals who are bright spots in the services layer of tech in SEA, do tag them in the comment section for visibility.

Backing brilliant B2B founders 🦓 in Southeast Asia | Co-founder at Tin Men Capital | Linkedin Top Voice

As a member of the Delivery@Scale Organization, I support SAP customers in their transformation towards the Intelligent Enterprise, leveraging the capabilities of the Business Technology Platform (BTP).

I'm responsible for delivering standardized factory services as an SAP Basis consultant. Some of my tasks include:

• Installations of SAP systems and components
• Configurations of SAP landscapes
• HANA System Replication
• Upgrades of SAP systems to newer versions (especially S/4 HANA)
• Performance optimization and tuning of SAP systems
• Migrations (Homogeneous and Heterogeneous)
• Conversions, such as converting traditional SAP systems to SAP S/4 HANA
• Implementation and management of SAP Solution Manager for system monitoring and maintenance

Other responsibilities include:

• Development and implementation of automation solutions to enhance productivity.

I'm also an active member of the AI community, Power Platform community, and SAP HANA and Big Data community.

Technology Consultant

Microsoft

• Provided extensive support to developers in creating custom solutions for Outlook and Exchange, specifically focusing on Outlook Add-Ins, and solutions utilizing EWS, Graph API, and Office 365 APIs.
• Actively participated in troubleshooting efforts, diligently investigating whether any issues arose from Microsoft APIs/products, while also offering valuable insights, best practices, advice, and exemplary code snippets derived from public documentation.
• Fostered collaborative partnerships with customers' developers and scripting experts, effectively resolving issues pertaining to third-party applications within the customers' environment, particularly applications utilizing EWS.
• Facilitated customers' coding endeavors by providing them with insightful sample scripts and straightforward code examples, enabling them to accomplish their objectives.

Messaging Developer

I was a member of the Outlook team, providing support for various Outlook clients including Outlook Mac, Outlook Mobile, and New Outlook. 

My responsibilities encompassed:

• Participated in pre-release activities and Beta programs, actively analysing comprehensive test plans to troubleshoot complex behaviour and ensure optimal functionality.
• Developed and implemented escalation procedures and complex problem management plans, effectively mentoring and empowering junior staff to resolve advanced Outlook issues.
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership, personal responsibility, and collaborative teamwork while successfully navigating and resolving complex and politically sensitive customer issues, including crisis situations.
• Used trace analysis, debug skills, and other proprietary tools to analyse problems and develop solutions across different Outlook platforms.
• Collaborated with other Escalation Engineers (mostly based in the US), support teams, and colleagues across the globe regularly to provide technical assistance and action plans for customers using various Outlook clients.

Support Engineer

BNP Paribas Cardif

Messaging Consultant

Axians

• Resolved incidents in a multi-dimensional role covering Windows Servers, Exchange, and Microsoft 365.
• Executed migrations to Exchange Online with precision, fostering seamless transitions.
• Safeguarded system integrity through meticulous patch management for Exchange Servers.
• Management of Exchange mailboxes, recipients, and distribution groups (using Powershell).
• Collaborated efficiently with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical issues related to Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and security and compliance solutions, ensuring uninterrupted availability and reliability of critical infrastructure.
• Email restoration and message tracking, using Microsoft 365 Security and Compliance admin centers.
• Implemented Azure AD Sync to streamline identity management, ensuring seamless authentication and enhancing the user experience across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Troubleshoot mailbox issues and email tracking.
• Configured spam, malware filters, DKIM, and DMARC to improve the security of the messaging environment.
• DHCP and DNS administration and troubleshooting of the related issues.

Microsoft System Administrator

I conducted analysis and operations on Linux and Windows systems, executing planned tasks, overseeing systems and alarms, and diagnosing issues. 

• Skillfully handled Linux and Windows systems, proactively responding to incidents and alarms. 
• Utilized monitoring tools such as Check_MK, Nagios, and Zabbix to ensure maximum system performance. 
• Showcased proficiency in managing Microsoft Exchange 2010/2013/2016 environments. 
• Provided direct client support, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving abilities. 
• Managed users in Active Directory. 
• Oversaw Patch Management for key customers.

System Engineer

PLMJ

At PLMJ, I supported over 400 users across Lisbon and Porto, specializing in Microsoft Office 365, Exchange, and Active Directory. I streamlined mobile email setups and provided comprehensive device support. 
My role included Active Directory management, timely resolution of hardware/software issues, and workstation setup at the Lisbon HQ. 

Additionally, I maintained hardware inventories, and updated CMDB records. I also executed network system patching, network troubleshooting, and Exchange Server mailbox management, ensuring seamless IT operations.

IT Support Specialist

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Fueling my professional journey is a relentless drive to understand 'how things work' and an ability to rapidly master new concepts. This modus operandi has carried me through distinct phases of career.

I'm always pushing myself to the limits, unlocking new opportunities for me to grow.

I'm currently empowering customers on their journey to the Intelligent Enterprise at SAP.

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