Malaysian accelerator ScaleUp unveils 20 startups in first batch

Statup accelerator ScaleUp Malaysia has unveiled the 20 companies that make up its inaugural cohort.

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Launched in October 2019, ScaleUp Malaysia focuses on local growth-stage companies. It provides training programs for participants, covering finance, human resources, marketing and sales, technology, product, and strategy.

Companies need to have proven revenue models in order to join the program, according to a statement.

Andre Sequerah, managing partner of ScaleUp Malaysia, highlighted the diversity of the first batch, which includes several non-digital-native companies. “We are also really excited to work with companies who come from very varied backgrounds – from consumer technologies to software to retail and wellness,” he said.

At the end of the program in Q1 2020, the accelerator said it will select 10 startups to receive an investment of almost US$50,000. It will then work with those startups to fine-tune their pitch and meet strategic investors and partners.

Here are the startups joining ScaleUp Malaysia’s inaugural cohort:

• Huddle is a platform for everyday athletes to book sporting experiences from across Southeast Asia.
• ATX is a pioneering digital payments service provider with a track record of eight years.
• Auto Craver is a cloud-based management software for car dealers to automate processes.
• Batik Boutique is a premier Malaysian gift brand with an artisanal story of creating social impact.
• Camp5 is Asia’s premier rock climbing gym.
• Everpeaks is a duty-free global distribution hub.
• Futurelab is a mentorship platform that helps develop future executives.
• Carpit is a tire servicing platform for mobile users.
• GoLog is an on-demand cold chain logistics platform.
• Iimmpact is a mobile platform that’s revolutionizing mobile top-ups and bill payments.
• Kwikcar is a peer-to-peer car sharing platform.
• MyAone is a platform for learning centers to acquire students, systemize end-to-end operations, and automate payment collections.
• GetBiiB is a community platform for runners that serves a global audience.
• Truck Trader is a logistics management platform for the commercial vehicle industry.
• SecondCRM is a CRM solutions provider for small- and medium-sized businesses.
• Tripcarte is a distribution platform for travel activity and attraction tickets.
• Wowintro is an online video interviewing software that enables employers to screen talent in minutes.
• Yellow Porter is a cross-border ecommerce enabler.
• Sentuh is a wellness-on-demand platform that connects users to certified mobile wellness therapists.
• Whimsigirl is a direct-to-consumer fashion brand for girls.