# B-Bridge International

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/b-bridge-international

- Industry: Biotechnology
- Headquarters: Cupertino, US
- Website: www.b-bridge.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 29, 2005)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

B-Bridge International Inc. specializes in supporting Japanese companies in their expansion into the U.S. market, with a strong emphasis on Silicon Valley. They offer business incubation, talent development, and marketing services tailored to market entry needs.Founded in 2000 in Cupertino, US, B-Bridge International Inc. focuses on helping Japanese enterprises enter the U.S. market. The company, led by Hiro Masumoto, has not undergone any significant strategic pivots since its inception. It raised USD 4.00 mn in a Series A funding round on March 29, 2005, from investors including Bio-Sight Capital, Hokkaido Venture Capital, and Marubeni. The total amount raised by the company stands at USD 4.00 mn, with a current valuation of USD 27.25 mn.B-Bridge International, Inc. specializes in providing comprehensive support services to Japanese companies seeking to expand into the U.S. market, primarily focusing on Silicon Valley. Their core offerings include business incubation, talent development, and public relations and marketing services. The company facilitates a variety of programs designed to nurture entrepreneurship and enhance practical problem-solving skills among stakeholders, including corporations, students, and government entities. By leveraging the dynamic Silicon Valley ecosystem, B-Bridge connects Japanese enterprises and talent with opportunities in the U.S., addressing critical needs for market entry strategies, cultural adaptation, and business growth. Their clientele consists of small to medium-sized enterprises and startups from Japan looking to penetrate the American market.B-Bridge International generates revenue through a structured service model that includes partnerships with Japanese businesses aiming for U.S. market entry. The transaction framework typically involves service fees associated with various stages of business development, including market research, branding strategy formation, and execution of public relations campaigns. The company engages in B2B transactions, offering tailored support packages that adapt to the specific needs of their clients. Revenue is derived from project-based engagements and ongoing support contracts, with pricing structures reflecting the complexity and scale of the services rendered. B-Bridge's offerings are designed to ensure that client companies can effectively navigate the American market, maximizing their growth potential and operational success.B-Bridge International plans to leverage its recent funding of USD 4.00 mn raised in March 2005 to enhance its service offerings and expand into new markets. The company is focusing on developing new programs aimed at increasing support for Japanese startups in the U.S. and intends to target additional geographical areas beyond Silicon Valley by the end of 2025. Recent investments will be utilized to enhance business incubation services and expand marketing initiatives to better serve their client base.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 29, 2005, $4M — Hokkaido Venture Capital, Marubeni, Bio-Sight Capital

## Investors

- Hokkaido Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hokkaido-venture-capital) — Series A
- Marubeni — Series A
- Bio-Sight Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bio-sight-capital) — Series A