We at Acorn Pacific invest into early and growth stage technology companies that have strong intersections with emerging North American and Asian market trends.
The alignment of what we have observed with our background is evident in the convergence of significant events in Industry 4.0, global supply chain transformations, and the dynamic growth of emerging markets, akin to "The Perfect Storm."
Our team
PARTNER
Peter Hsieh
In his time spent with AsiaVest and Harbinger Ventures, Peter carries decades long experience in cross-border investments, executive management, and a charming passion for music. He is an AAMA mentor and serves on the board of the Taiwan Stanford Alumni Association. PhD in Engineering from Stanford University.
PARTNER
Derek Chau
With over 20 years of experience as an enterprise software executive, venture investor, startup founder and M&A specialist, Derek brings a unique perspective in working with software and fintech companies. Previously COO of Accela and prior to that, CEO of a machine learning startup in the media aggregation space. CFA charterholder and JD from Harvard Law School.
PARTNER
David Wu
Recognized as a leader of technology innovation in Taiwan and Asia, David brings experience in building international e-commerce and mobile businesses. His past tenures have included global IT firms, professional sports teams, and Web3 companies. MS Carnegie Mellon University.
PARTNER
Howard Chau
As a professional technologist that had previously developed robots and software, Howard has represented investments between China and the Silicon Valley. Previously he was with Acorn's investment platform in Shanghai and has an MBA from Beijing Tsinghua University.
VENTURE PARTNER
CK Cheng
Having previously raised six venture funds starting from the 90’s to present, CK brings knowledge in the building of novel technologies to established multi-national corporations. He presently hold directorships in cutting edge biologic companies and advises the Ministry of Science of Taiwan.
PRINCIPAL
Tim Liao
With a versatile career path across startup ecosystems in the U.S. and China, Tim worked at a later-stage startup and previously as a management consultant in China. Master in Public Administration focusing on international finance and economic policy at Columbia University.
PRINCIPAL
Benny Liao
Benny previously served as the CEO of an innovative micro-lending startup in Indonesia. His experience includes early-stage company management and expertise in fintech. Benny is an alumnus of the London School of Economics and is currently pursuing an EMBA at Chicago Booth.