Dsc Investment Inc. (241520)

Overview

DSC Investment Inc. is a venture capital firm established in 2012, headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The firm is focused on nurturing early-stage startups, providing growth capital, and engaging in mezzanine and secondary direct investments. It is keenly attuned to the evolving landscape of the fourth industrial revolution, strategically directing its investments towards sectors that are at the forefront of this transformation. The venture capital firm takes a particular interest in companies involved in biotechnology, big data, social network services, secondary cell technologies, and educational content, among other areas. With an eye for innovation and a preference for service-oriented sectors, DSC Investment Inc. plays a pivotal role in driving growth and fostering development in various industries, including health, fintech, consumer goods, and technology, to mention a few. The company places a specific emphasis on supporting South Korean ventures, particularly those with an annual sales figure of KRW 1 billion ($0.86 million) or less, or those not exceeding three years in operation. Additionally, DSC Investment Inc. engages in secondary and follow-on investments, demonstrating its commitment to the sustained success of its portfolio companies.

Products and Services

• Early Stage Investments

  Focusing on the foundational phase of startups, DSC Investment Inc. provides crucial financial support and guidance to companies navigating the initial challenges of business establishment and market entry.

• Growth Capital

  For businesses demonstrating potential for significant expansion, the firm supplies growth capital to fuel further development and scaling operations, enabling these companies to leverage opportunities for accelerated growth.

• Mezzanine Financing

  This intermediate financing option is offered to bridge the gap between debt and equity for companies in transition, usually at a later stage of their development, preparing them for a potential exit or public offering.

• Secondary Direct Investments

  DSC engages in secondary transactions by purchasing existing shares directly from shareholders or in the secondary market, providing liquidity to early investors, founders, or employees holding private company equity.

• Industry-Specific Investments

  The firm targets investments across a wide array of sectors important to the fourth industrial revolution such as biotechnology, big data, fintech, consumer goods, information communication technology, and machinery industries, seeking to drive innovation and sectoral growth.

• South Korea-Focused Investments

  With a strategic focus on South Korean ventures, DSC Investment Inc. bolsters domestic entrepreneurship, demonstrating a commitment to fostering the local startup ecosystem and contributing to national economic development.

• Small to Medium Enterprise Support

  The firm sets its sights on smaller companies, particularly those with annual sales of KRW 1 billion ($0.86 million) or less, or those not exceeding three years in age, providing them with the financial backing and resources to thrive.

• Secondary and Follow-On Investments

  Beyond initial funding rounds, DSC Investment Inc. continues to support its portfolio companies through secondary and follow-on investments, aiding in their sustained growth and success over time.