Ion Pacific

Ion Pacific is a Hong Kong-based private equity firm established in 2015, focusing on structured secondary investments in venture-stage technology companies across North America, Europe, Israel, and Southeast Asia. The firm employs a structured finance approach to provide liquidity solutions to General Partners, Limited Partners, and founders, enabling investors to share in the future upside potential of the assets. Their investment strategy includes GP recaps, LP interest acquisitions, and corporate venture capital financing.

The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Carro, a Southeast Asian car marketplace, and Traveazy, a travel ticketing website. Ion Pacific's investment sizes typically range from $2 million to $25 million, with a global presence in key tech hubs, including offices in Hong Kong, New York City, and Europe. The firm has raised multiple funds, with its latest, Ion Pacific Stonecutter II, closing at $133.6 million in January 2022.

Ion Pacific's approach aims to offer superior return potential compared to traditional venture capital by providing sophisticated, transparent financing structures. This strategy assists stakeholders in meeting liquidity needs while enabling investors to participate in the future growth of the companies they invest in. The firm's expertise in providing liquidity solutions within the venture capital ecosystem has positioned it as a significant player in the market.