Japan & Asia Focus
Operator-led capital. Disciplined underwriting. Built for the long term.
3P Ventures partners with founders and investors across the Japan–Asia corridor — from early conviction to scaled, enduring businesses. We invest where People, Process, and Product converge.
Investment Framework
Every investment is underwritten through three lenses
People
Founder capability, incentive alignment, and leadership depth are the primary underwriting variables. We look for teams that can transition from founder-led execution to institution-ready leadership — and stay ahead of that curve.
Process
Operating discipline is a competitive advantage. We evaluate decision-making systems, accountability structures, and repeatability. Businesses with clear process outperform through growth, transition, and adversity.
Product
We invest in products with defensible positioning and durable relevance. Market fit matters less than the ability to hold and extend it as competition and conditions evolve.
Where We Deploy Capital
Focused deployment across three mandates.
Leadership
Operator-Investors
Chinh Q. Tran
Managing Partner
Founder of 3P Ventures. Two decades of leadership at Disney, Yahoo, and high-growth startups. MBA candidate at Johns Hopkins. Drives investment strategy and founder partnerships.
Chad Paculba
Strategic Advisor
Founder of Liso Venture. MBA from Santa Clara University. 20+ years in Silicon Valley identifying and guiding high-potential technology ventures to market leadership.
Ken Ishibashi
Venture Advisor
Proven track record building and exiting startups. Deep expertise in business development, strategic planning, and scaling operations for long-term growth.