Suggestions
Ysabel Chua
Investing in Southeast Asia at Forge Ventures
Ysabel Chua is an investment professional currently serving as Vice President at Forge Ventures in Singapore.1 She joined Forge Ventures in July 2022, initially as their first associate.6 Ysabel has a diverse background in technology and startups, with experience in various roles:
- Prior to Forge Ventures, she worked at PayMongo as Chief of Staff and Growth Operations Lead.1
- She held multiple positions at Shopee, including Senior Product Manager, Country Product Manager, and Business Transformation Associate.1
- Ysabel also had a brief stint as a Marketing Intern at Uber.1
Academically, Ysabel graduated magna cum laude from the University of the Philippines with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accountancy.1 She has received several awards and recognitions, including being a Campus Awardee for the Proctor & Gamble CEO Challenge in 2016.1
In her current role, Ysabel is involved in various aspects of venture capital, including:
- Recruiting for the Forge Ventures team3
- Participating in startup events and demo days4
- Engaging with the Southeast Asian startup ecosystem7
- Contributing to women in venture capital initiatives2
Ysabel is actively involved in the startup community, often sharing insights and experiences from her career in tech and venture capital.5
