MS&AD Ventures

2018

Founded

73

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

MS&AD Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc., established in 2018 as Japan's first insurance-backed CVC. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the firm focuses on early-stage investments in sectors such as Insurtech, Fintech, AI, Sustainability, Mobility, and Life & Health. With a global presence in 47 countries, MS&AD Ventures leverages the extensive network of its parent company to add significant value to portfolio companies expanding internationally.

The firm emphasizes building strong partnerships over ownership percentages, aiming to be a collaborative and supportive partner to both startups and co-investors. As of December 2024, MS&AD Ventures increased its fund size to $400 million, reflecting its commitment to driving innovation and business transformation within the insurance industry. The team comprises professionals with extensive investing and operating experience worldwide, including CEO and Managing Partner Jon Soberg and President and Managing Partner Jack Toyama.

Portfolio Companies

Vouch, Artificial Labs, Hippo, Volocopter, Carro, Jupiter Intelligence, VDOO, Assured Allies, Skopenow, Sproutt Insurance

Gepgraphic Focus

Global

Key Differentiators

Global presence in 47 countries, Strong partnership focus over ownership percentages, Supportive of startups expanding internationally

Thypical Investment Size

Early-stage investments

Total Funds Raised

$400 million

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FinTech

HR Tech

InsurTech

Software

Cybersecurity

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML)

Menlo Park

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

United States