One to Watch supports the next generation of entrepreneurs through mentorship, investment management, and business development services, self-described as fostering positive change and sustainable socioeconomic growth in Nepal and Myanmar.

One to Watch

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

Enterprise Business Accelerator Program

One to Watch | 3,658 followers on LinkedIn. Supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs | One to Watch is an investment management company based in Nepal since the last five years. We work with small and medium sized companies focusing on basic needs - food, infrastructure and health-care, companies that create impact as well as profits.
Our operations have three phases.

Addressing social issues

John Raabo Nielsen

Creating for Impact | SME | Renewable Energy | Frontier Markets | Private Equity | Accelerator | Tankelectrik | The Impact Investment Podcast

Willem Grimminck

Impact Investment | Business Development Support | Project Management | Strategic Management

Biswa Giri

Head of Design at Yarsa Games Founder of Khya.co and Khya.games

Kemesh Maharjan

Is your company leveraging technology to accelerate growth? Don’t miss out on an exclusive opportunity with the NIIC 2 Fund, which offers tailored business development services and debt financing designed specifically for tech and tech-enabled SMEs. Drive your business to its full potential with our support and resources. Apply today! https://lnkd.in/ghsWUcQi NIIC 2 Fund is supported by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and implemented by One to Watch.

On November 13, 2024, One to Watch, Truvalu and United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) , supported by the Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh, jointly hosted the Access to Green Financing (A2GF) for Enterprises in Bangladesh Insight Exchange and Partnership Forum. The forum brought together key stakeholders, including SMEs, financial institutions, investors, development partners, policy makers and regulators, exploring opportunities for green financing for SMEs for adopting green initiatives and climate-friendly technologies and sparking insightful discussions on policy innovations and strategic partnerships for unlocking green financing to drive sustainable growth. #A2GF #SwissInBD #OnetoWatch #Truvalu #TruvaluBangladesh #UNCDF #GreenFinancing #SMEGrowth #ImpactInvesting #AccessToFinance #SDGs

We are pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the Partnership Launch Event between One to Watch, Nepal Association for Software and IT Services Companies (NAS-IT) , and AmCham Nepal . This event marked the official collaboration for scaling the impact of the NIIC 2 Fund. The NIIC 2 Fund marks an important step towards fostering innovation and supporting the growth of tech and tech-enabled SMEs in Nepal through a well-engineered mix of DEBT, EQUITY and Technical Assistance (TA). The event brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from business associations, development partners, FIs, DFIs, and notable tech entrepreneurs, fostering discussions and valuable insights on driving growth and innovation in Nepal's digital ecosystem. Together, we are committed to advancing the digital economy and creating sustainable impact in the region. The NIIC 2 Fund is supported by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC and implemented by One to Watch. The Partnership Launch Event was co-supported by the USAID . #DigitalEconomy #TechSMEs #InvestInNepal #PartnershipForProgress

Discover how Build up Nepal is revolutionizing sustainable construction! In our latest story, we highlight how eco-friendly, disaster-resilient CSEB interlocking technology is transforming rural communities and rebuilding stronger, greener homes. #Sustainablebuilding #Cleanair #Privatesectornegagement FHI 360 USAID

The launch event of the OnetrueSOLar Fund drew significant attention as it highlighted a game-changing solution for Bangladesh’s industrial clean energy transition. This joint venture with SOLshare Ltd. is set to revolutionize renewable energy in the country by offering a blended financing mechanism that helps factories transition seamlessly to solar energy. Attendees were captivated by the fund’s vision to bridge the gap between sustainability goals and practical implementation. By 2030, this partnership aims to install 200 rooftop solar systems, reducing CO2 emissions by 100,000 tons annually, enabling industries to lower energy costs by up to 20%, while also supporting their Net-Zero goals. Visit our website for more details: climateactionforumbd.com #BangladeshClimateActionForum2024 #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ClimateChange #SustainableFuture One to Watch Truvalu

Bangladesh Climate Action Forum

We have said it. Here at the Bangladesh Climate Action Forum . There is no way back! 🍀200 MW solar energy 🍀200 factory rooftops 🍀100 million ton CO2 curbed annually OneTrueSOL is launched: a blended financing mechanism to unlock long-term derisked capital, with fashion Brands as partners and fashion factories as clients. We started the fire 🔥 One to Watch , Truvalu and SOLshare but do reach out and join us to decarbonize the fashion industry.

Discover how Metro Mask is taking on Kathmandu's air pollution crisis! 🌬️ In our latest blog, we explore how partnerships with local pharmacies and eco-friendly e-bike are helping reduce emissions and protect public health. #Antipollutionmask #Cleanair #Privatesectorengagement USAID FHI 360

The One to Watch team wishes you a Happy Dashain 2081! May this festive season bring renewed energy, prosperity, and continued growth to you and your loved ones!

We are pleased to share that Doko Recyclers , one of our cohort companies under the USAID Business Accelerator for Clean Air, has been selected to launch the Plastic Recovery Facility (PRF) project under the PLEASE project( Plastic Free Rivers and Seas for South Asia). This initiative, under the PLEASE Project is implemented by Doko Recyclers and is supported by the South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme, The World Bank, and UNOPS. #cleanair #wastemanagement

OTW facilitated a series of strategy workshops for the cohort companies of the USAID Business Accelerator for Clean Air. These comprehensive strategy workshops were designed to equip the cohort companies with essential knowledge and tools to strategically position their businesses for long-term success. The USAID Business Accelerator for Clean Air is working with companies to reduce #airpollution in the Kathmandu Valley. If you're looking to explore partnerships with USAID Clean Air to reduce air pollution in Kathmandu Valley, please reach out to usaidcleanair@onetowatch.nl USAID FHI 360

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