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Raymond Yip

Certified PT and Nutrition Coach (NASM CPT/CNC, ISSA/AFPA Nutritionist), Seed Investor, Startup Advisor, 4x Founder, Web3 Product Designer at streamhq.xyz, opencampus.xyz

Hong Kong

Invests in

Stages:

Locations:

  • Min Investment:

    $100,000.00
  • Max Investment:

    $5,000,000.00
  • Target Investment:

    $1,500,000.00

Work Experience

2024

  • Investor (Seed)

    2024

    Zupe is your go-to source of health and wellness information. Zupe brings together the best experts, products and insights. We cut through the noise to offer you clear, actionable and personalised advice. So, if you're looking to be stronger, look better or live longer – just Zupe it.

  • Co-founder, Managing Partner

    2022

    Based in Hong Kong, Playmaker Ventures focuses predominantly on investing in seed-stage companies in Asia. There is tremendous upside in a part of the world where tens of millions are still just coming online for the very first time. The Playmaker team has years of experience operating and investing here and are well positioned to get in early, by leveraging its extensive network and deep knowledge of the region. Specific areas of focus include consumer tech, B2B tools, e-commerce enablers and companies leveraging blockchain/crypto to solve real world problems. http://www.playmaker.vc

2024

  • Founder

    2024

    Welcome to Amby, a pioneering rewards platform co-founded by certified personal trainer and nutritionist alongside seasoned technology and startup veterans. Dedicated to enhancing health and wellness across Hong Kong, Amby transforms everyday health-related activities into rewarding experiences. Participants earn points for engaging in fitness, nutrition, and general wellness activities, which they can exchange for exciting rewards. Powered by a blend of innovative technology and a commitment to community well-being, Amby offers a unique approach to promoting healthy lifestyles. Join us in our mission to foster a healthier, happier Hong Kong.

  • Limited Partner

    2021

    Early-stage venture fund backed by Salesforce alums and acquired founders, investing in B2B tech solutions, based in the U.S.

  • Limited Partner (Fund I & II)

    2020

    Based in New York City and established in 2014, C2 Ventures launched C2V Capital Partners I, its first institutional venture capital fund, in 2019. Focusing on Seed and Pre-Seed companies across a variety of verticals, we look for companies with strong founding teams, differentiated products, defensible IP, scalable economics, and large TAMs. I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to support as an LP in fund I & II.

2020

  • Angel Investor (Seed)

    2020

    Early investor in GFO-X. GFO-X will provide a regulated cash-settled digital asset derivatives trading venue specifically and exclusively for approved participants. (GFO-X is currently not authorised nor regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). At present, GFO-X is not permitted to carry out any regulated activities, neither carry out any financial advertisment promotions.)

  • Angel Investor (Pre-A)

    2021

    YAS is a Hong Kong-based insurtech company founded on the idea that insurance should be simple, efficient, and tailored to the customer’s needs. Built on innovative technology, (blockchain and open API) YAS will provide an open marketplace that will connect customers with the products they need, wherever and whenever. Whether it’s a holiday trip, medical bills, or your pet poodle, insurance shouldn’t make your life harder. Our mission is to reshape insurance to provide an experience beyond protection in every step of the customer journey - to Make Insurance LOVING Again. http://www.yas.com.hk

  • Angel Investor (Pre-seed)

    2020

    Angel investor in Peeba (formerly Flexlane), a wholesale marketplace that connects local retailers in Asia with the bestselling brands from around the world.

2022

  • Startup Mentor

    2022

    500 Global is a venture capital firm with over $2.7B in Assets Under Management that invests early in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,600 companies operating in 80 countries. Our portfolio includes 51 companies valued at over $1 billion and 140 companies valued at over $100 million. Our 140+ plus team members are located in more than 15 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.

2022

  • Advisor, Shareholder

    2022

    CL1CK helps online stores cut costs and maximise revenues significantly by automatically analysing data and sending the minimum discounts needed to convert them into customers.