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Key people at Yuuwa Capital.
Yuuwa Capital was founded in 2009 by James Williams (Co-Founder and and Investment Director) and Liddy McCall (Co-Founder and Investment Director) and Matthew Macfarlane (Co-Founder and Investment Director).
Yuuwa Capital operates as an early-stage venture capital firm, specializing in the investment and commercialization of nascent technologies. The firm primarily focuses on innovative companies within the life sciences, biotechnology, software, communications, and clean technology sectors, providing essential capital and strategic guidance to foster their development. Its approach involves identifying promising intellectual property and supporting its transition into viable market solutions.
The firm was founded in 2009 by James Williams, Liddy McCall, and Matthew Macfarlane. This trio established Yuuwa Capital with the insight to bridge the gap in early-stage funding and commercialization expertise for emerging companies, particularly within Western Australia. Liddy McCall, a co-founder, notably brings over two decades of experience as a founder, investor, and manager in the startup ecosystem, contributing significant operational and investment acumen.
Yuuwa Capital serves early-stage technology and life science companies that are seeking investment and strategic mentorship to scale their operations. The firm's overarching vision is to cultivate innovation and facilitate the successful commercialization of groundbreaking technologies, thereby accelerating the growth of new industries and delivering impactful solutions to global challenges. It aims to be a foundational partner in the journey from concept to market leader.
Yuuwa Capital was founded in 2009 by James Williams (Co-Founder and and Investment Director) and Liddy McCall (Co-Founder and Investment Director) and Matthew Macfarlane (Co-Founder and Investment Director).
Yuuwa Capital has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $5.6M Series C in Agworld in August 2014.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2014 | Agworld | $5.6M Series C | Tony Askew | — |
| Feb 1, 2013 | PolyActiva | $10.0M Series B | — | Brandon Capital Partners, Morgenthaler Ventures, Chris Nave, Medical Research Commercialisation Fund |
| Jun 1, 2011 | Dealised | $7.0M Series A | — | Pollenizer, Singtel Innov8 |
Key people at Yuuwa Capital.