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Quona Capital

Washington, DC · Invests in LATAM; Asia; Africa; MENA; US · Website

Thesis

Financial innovation drives transformation toward equitable, inclusive financial systems. We back fintech companies expanding access to financial services for underserved consumers and businesses in emerging markets. Impact and returns are complementary, not conflicting.

Likely not a fit for

Pure consumer plays without embedded financial services; crypto/blockchain speculation; predatory lending; luxury consumer finance; markets without local expertise

How they invest

Lead or follow
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Typical decision
~1 month
Warm intro
Preferred
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$750M
Decision process
Partnership vote

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Satvik Bhanot

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Monica Brand Engel

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Ganesh Rengaswamy

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David Mathewson

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Linda Yu

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Maryna Higgins

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Portfolio

NeonMedia Entertainment

Neon is a film production and distribution company founded in 2017, known for distributing independent films and winning multiple awards, including two Best Picture Oscars.

KlarFintech Payments

Klar offers a range of financial services including credit cards, investment accounts, and personal loans, focusing on providing seamless financial experiences without traditional banking limitations.

KonfioFintech Payments

Konfío provides financial solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Mexico, including business credit, corporate cards, and payment terminals.

CreditasFintech Payments

Creditas is a leading Brazilian secured lending platform focused on restructuring household debt and reducing high interest rates for consumers. By leveraging home and auto assets, the company offers affordable secured loans, aiming to transform the borrowing experience in Brazil's financial landscape.

LulaFintech Payments

Lula offers Gail, an AI-powered financial services assistant that helps businesses in insurance, banking, and finance sell more, serve customers 24/7, and improve operational efficiency.

WasokoEcommerce Marketplaces

Wasoko is the largest B2B e-commerce platform in Africa, providing convenient and cost-effective access to essential goods and services across the continent.

YocoFintech Payments

Yoco is an African technology company that empowers small businesses in South Africa by providing point of sale systems, card machines, online payment solutions, and flexible business funding.

AryaFintech Payments

Arya is a company focused on empowering individuals to take control of their personal finances through technology solutions, education, and a social platform. Their mission is to revolutionize investment practices, providing tools and training to enhance trading skills and financial literacy.

SundayFood Beverage

Sunday offers custom lawn care and pest control plans tailored to individual yard needs, focusing on environmentally friendly practices.

OnsurityHealthcare Digital

Onsurity is India’s only healthtech company providing monthly, comprehensive employee healthcare to SMEs, MSMEs, Startups and growing businesses. They aim to democratize technology and provide affordable employee healthcare and benefits.

KoinWorksFintech Payments

KoinWorks is PT Sejahtera Lunaria Annua, providing financial products and services. It supports MSMEs in Indonesia with funding solutions. The company operates a platform for financial markets.

BukuWarungFintech Payments

BukuWarung is a financial application designed to assist Indonesian MSMEs in managing their finances and increasing their income through various digital services.

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Quona Capital Research Investment Thesis Quona Capital is a global venture capital firm that backs fintech innovators driving financial inclusion across emerging markets. The firm's core mission is to invest in companies that expand access to financial services for underserved consumers and growing businesses, particularly in Latin America, India, Southeast Asia, and the EMEA region (Africa and Mi

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