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VISIONARIES

Inception to Impact. We are an early-stage Web3
venture capital firm bridging access between West and East.

Helping founders grow

Go-To-Market Playbook
Inception Capital sets the benchmark for fundraising excellence, recognizing the US as the epicenter of success. We offer unparalleled support in brand development and distribution, coupled with strategic guidance for successful market entry in the East.
Expert Advisors
Empowering through expertise – Inception Capital believes in the transformative power of knowledge. Our expert advisor program connects founders with leading minds in Web3, offering direct, hands-on support and invaluable insights. We go beyond introductions, actively facilitating follow-up discussions, collating vital feedback, and ensuring a steady flow of industry-relevant knowledge and trends to our founders, empowering them to stay ahead in the dynamic world of Web3.
UNLOCKING THE EAST
Commanding 80% of the global crypto volume, the APAC region represents untapped potential for Western startups. Inception Capital, with its strong foothold in these key markets, offers unparalleled pathways for ventures to access and leverage this massive user base of seed developers and power users.
“I've truly enjoyed working with the team at Inception (OP Crypto). They have been a great resource as both an investor and partner who have secured many warm intros for us at Masa.”
“You really are the fund that walks the walk, and it's really something that sets you apart, especially during this market right now.”
"Inception (OP Crypto) was one of our early supporters. We especially appreciate David and the team’s support for Scroll in the development of the ecosystem."
“I've truly enjoyed working with the team at Inception (OP Crypto). They have been a great resource as both an investor and partner who have secured many warm intros for us at Masa.”
“You really are the fund that walks the walk, and it's really something that sets you apart, especially during this market right now.”
"Inception (OP Crypto) was one of our early supporters. We especially appreciate David and the team’s support for Scroll in the development of the ecosystem."

Cross border commitment

At Inception Capital, our commitment transcends borders, connecting talent with capital in a globally integrated network. We leverage our extensive international presence and a suite of value-added services to not only provide our founders with a solid footing but also to catapult their visions onto the global stage. Our cross-border commitment ensures that groundbreaking ideas receive the resources, guidance, and support they need to flourish in an interconnected world.

Our global team

David Gan
David Gan
Founder & General Partner
Lucas He
Lucas He
Partner & Head of Research
Calvin Du
Calvin Du
Head of Platform
Mads Pedersen
Mads Pedersen
Deal Associate
Kelly Cong
Kelly Cong
Operations Manager
Hiroki Kotabe
Hiroki Kotabe
Research Principal
Michael Jin
Michael Jin
Deal Analyst
Shuning Jia
Shuning Jia
Portfolio Associate
Backed by world-class LPs
Animoca
Galaxy Digital
Mirana
The Brooker Group
Digital Currency Group
Bill Ackman, Alan Howard, Garry Tan, Sandeep Nailwal, Christine Moy
Bill Ackman, Alan Howard, Garry Tan, Sandeep Nailwal, Christine Moy