California

Translink Capital

Translink Capital, based in California, backs generalist startups at Seed, Series A, and Series B, can lead rounds, and has invested in Noom and SoundHound.

Entry stageSeed, Series A, Series B
Check sizen/a
Leads roundsYes
FocusGeneralist
Latest fund1313 funds raised; more than 175 investments
Investing team19 peopleNo activity since Sep

Who you would pitch at Translink Capital

19 people on the investing team, 12 of them partners who can make the call. Partners are listed first.

Eric Hsia
Eric HsiaManaging DirectorHe previously held roles at SoftBank Asia Infrastructure Fund and SoftBank Venture Capital.
Gwong-Yih Lee
Gwong-Yih LeeManaging DirectorFocus: communication, networking, IoT, cloud computing, and big data.
Jackie Yang
Jackie YangCo-Founder / Managing DirectorFocus: semiconductor and mobility investments in Taiwan, China, and Southeast Asia.
Sung Park
Sung ParkCo-Founder / Managing DirectorHe focuses on mobility and helping Korean entrepreneurs expand into US, Japanese, and Chinese markets.
Toshi Otani
Toshi OtaniCo-Founder / Managing DirectorFocus: enterprise software/SaaS in AI, cloud, infrastructure, and robotics.
Brendan Walsh
Brendan WalshPartnerFocus: cloud computing infrastructure and sustainability.
Frey Yang
Frey YangPartnerHe previously worked at Hina Group, IBM, and Computer Sciences Corporation.
Joonsuk Lee
Joonsuk LeePartnerHe previously held roles at Hyundai Motor Company and McKinsey and Company.
Kaz Kikuchi
Kaz KikuchiPartnerFocus: digitizing traditional industries with emerging technologies.
Manabu Ando
Manabu AndoPartnerHe previously held roles at Saison Ventures and DOCOMO Capital.
Sophia Jin
Sophia JinPartnerShe focuses on climate tech and consumer tech, and oversees portfolio companies in Korea.
Tomohiro Uchida
Tomohiro UchidaPartnerHe previously led new business development at Hitachi Solutions.
Kelvin Mu
Kelvin MuSenior PrincipalFocus: AI and machine learning.
Masa Yamato
Masa YamatoSenior PrincipalInvests in mobility, climate, and industrial innovation.
May Takahashi
May TakahashiPrincipalInvests in sustainability, digital health, and fintech.
Tiffany Huang
Tiffany HuangPrincipalFocus: enterprise software investments in healthcare and sustainability.
Ashley Kim
Ashley KimSenior AssociateShe is listed on the firm's team page.
Chris You
Chris YouSenior AssociateHe previously worked at Tongda Venture Capital and interned at Legend Holdings, China Securities, and JD Capital, holding degrees from Peking…
Etone Sun
Etone SunAssociateHe is also listed as an investor focusing on AI and semiconductors.

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Notable investments

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In their words

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What stage does Translink Capital invest in?

Translink Capital reports entry at seed, series a, series b.

How much does Translink Capital invest?

Translink Capital has not reported a check size.

Does Translink Capital lead rounds?

Yes. Translink Capital says it can lead.

Who are the partners at Translink Capital?

Eric Hsia (Managing Director), Gwong-Yih Lee (Managing Director), Jackie Yang (Co-Founder / Managing Director), Sung Park (Co-Founder / Managing Director), Toshi Otani (Co-Founder / Managing Director), Brendan Walsh (Partner).

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No recent activity since September 2026.

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