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Sparkbox Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in New Zealand, investing in high-growth technology companies across the Asia-Pacific region. Operating as a dedicated venture fund, it identifies and backs innovative technological ventures, providing essential capital to propel their development and market penetration. The firm’s strategic focus supports nascent companies within the dynamic regional ecosystem.
Andrew Duff co-founded Sparkbox Ventures in 2001, also serving as Chairman. The firm's inception stemmed from the insight that New Zealand's creative business talent often lacked access to crucial export markets. This understanding drove the establishment of an investment vehicle dedicated to supporting local innovation's global expansion, bridging the gap between promising ideas and international reach.
Sparkbox Ventures primarily supports early-stage technology companies throughout New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific, acting as a vital growth capital source. Its vision is to cultivate and strengthen the regional technology landscape by enabling these companies to scale effectively. The firm aims to foster groundbreaking innovation, contributing to the success of businesses poised for significant impact.
Sparkbox Ventures has 3 tracked investments across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $5.0M Series B in Booktrack in July 2015.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2015 | Booktrack | $5.0M Series B | Coent Venture Partners, Sparkbox Ventures | — |
| Apr 1, 2014 | Booktrack | $3.0M Series A | Sparkbox Ventures | 7BC Venture Capital, Accel, Bessemer Venture Partners, FJ Labs, Founders Fund, Rubicon VC, Streamlined Ventures, Team8, Valar Ventures, Adam Pisoni, Peter Jackson |
| Dec 17, 2012 | Booktrack | $2.0M Series B | — | TOM Greally, EFU Investments, Stephen Tindall, NEW Zealand Growth Capital Partners, Park Road Post Production, Peter Thiel |
