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Key people at Mashup Ventures.
Mashup Ventures was founded in 2014 by Taekkyung Lee (Founder , CEO & Representative Partner).
Mashup Ventures operates as an early-stage venture capital firm focused on the internet, software, artificial intelligence, and SaaS sectors. The firm provides capital combined with strategic support, leveraging its network of seasoned entrepreneurs to accelerate the development and market penetration of its portfolio companies. This approach aims to equip young startups with critical resources and guidance beyond mere financial investment.
The firm was launched in 2013, notably with participation from Taekkyung Lee, a co-founder of Daum Communications. The core insight driving Mashup Ventures was the belief that experienced founders are uniquely positioned to mentor and empower emerging entrepreneurs. This pedigree forms the bedrock of their operational model, emphasizing founder-to-founder support as a key differentiator in early-stage venture building.
Early-stage startup founders across various technology domains utilize Mashup Ventures' unique blend of capital and mentorship. The company’s long-term vision centers on fostering a dynamic ecosystem where innovative ventures are not only funded but also nurtured by those who have successfully navigated the entrepreneurial journey themselves. This forward-looking approach seeks to cultivate the next wave of impactful technology companies.
Key people at Mashup Ventures.
Mashup Ventures was founded in 2014 by Taekkyung Lee (Founder , CEO & Representative Partner).
Mashup Ventures has 4 tracked investments across 4 companies. The latest tracked deal is $1.5M Stem - Seed in Q-Stem in February 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | Q-Stem | $1.5M Stem - Seed | FuturePlay | AI Angel Club, Hallym University Technology Holdings |
| Nov 4, 2025 | Cuckoo | $18.0M Seed | Y Combinator | Base Ventures, Bonangels, Schmidt, Smilegate Investment |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Aim Intelligence | $1.3M Pre-Series A | Seunghyun CHA | Bluepoint Partners, Z Venture Capital |
| Nov 19, 2015 | WaHome | $1.0M Seed | — | BAE Yong Joon, Gabriel Fong, Fast Track Asia, SparkLabs Global Ventures |