VentureINK
Global buzz for rebel founders
No time for PR?Struggling to get covered by Tier 1?
We run campaigns that get you into Nikkei Asia, SCMP, FT Sifted, TechCrunch
MEDIA IS THE NEW MOAT
Why Media Matters More Than Ever
In today's attention economy, the best product doesn't always win. The best-told story does. We give our ventures the unfair advantage of expert storytelling.
About Us
At VentureINK, we help founders go global.We know what it’s like to build from scratch, pitch across time zones, and try to stand out in new markets, because we’ve experienced the journey ourselves.
That’s why we created a global studio for strategic communications, media relations, and investor access, built to help early-stage startups grow beyond borders.
Who We Work With & What We Do
Founders
Especially founders rebuilding after a pivot, pause, or past venture
Indie VCs
As well as gut-check investors, and edge angels ready to back the bold
We don't just tell stories. We amplify them. Through strategic PR, media relationships, and narrative mastery, we transform innovative ideas into industry-defining companies.
Founder Brand Launch
We build compelling company stories from day one. Whether you're fundraising or entering new markets, we craft narratives that resonate globally.
PR & Media Strategy
Tailored campaigns that earn attention. From pitch to placement, with real journalist instinct.
Direct relationships with top journalists.
Investor Matchmaking
Through our growing network of VCs, CVCs, and accelerators in Asia, Africa, Europe and the US, we open doors for funding conversations.
Team
Giovanni Puglisi
Founder
Giovanni is a journalist, connector and venture scout with 10 years of experience in strategic communications across Europe and Asia.
He has led PR and advised startups, specialising in storytelling that drives funding and influence. An LSE alumnus, Giovanni brings a global business perspective to every project.
Jacque Manabat
Asia Editorial Lead
Jacque is an award-winning journalist with 17 years of experience, including a long tenure at ABS-CBN News, and is recognised as a pioneer of TikTok news reporting in Asia. Her work has earned prestigious awards and international fellowships. Jacque brings unmatched expertise in content creation and audience engagement.
Our Rebel Spotlights
Lora Fahmy
Co-Founder of Elephant Room
Democratizing design through heartbreak-driven innovationWhen Lora couldn't help her immigrant parents furnish their first home after 30 years, she found her mission. Partnering with AI engineer Alessandro, they're building conversational AI that makes interior design accessible to everyone. Their Reddit community validation and scrappy authenticity prove that real problems create real solutions.How we're supporting: Amplifying her journey from personal pain point to democratized solution, positioning her as the founder who understand that behind every empty room is someone wanting to create a home.
Debbie Wei Mullin
Founder of Copper Cow Coffee
Since 2016, she’s brewed more than just bold Vietnamese lattes, she’s leading a sustainable revolution in coffee farming. By marrying cultural authenticity with climate-conscious innovation, Debbie is paving the way for Copper Cow to become the first certified organic Vietnamese coffee brand in the U.S.How we're supporting: We’re fuelling Copper Cow Coffee’s next big leap, the planned launch of the first certified organic Vietnamese coffee in the U.S. market. Through strategic storytelling and earned media campaigns, we’re spotlighting the brand’s sustainability journey, farmer-first ethos, and Debbie Wei Mullin’s incredible leadership.
Anis Shiekh
Founder of GetSenti
As Founder and Lead Developer of GetSenti, Anis has combined deep technical expertise with unwavering resilience to transform how businesses harness emotion. Since 2024, Anis has channelled over a decade of generative AI experience into building a platform that decodes and quantifies sentiment in real time. Anis' vision is clear: to bridge human feeling with technology and empower organisations to act on emotion-driven insights with confidence and purpose.How we’re Supporting: By highlighting his decade-long commitment to pioneering generative AI and resilient leadership, we position GetSenti as a trailblazer, and have actively introduced Anis to US investors aligned with his vision for sustainable, innovation-led growth.
Chris Gutierrez
Founder of Storebloc
Chris is a builder’s builder. With over 25 years at the intersection of entrepreneurship and tech, he champions fast, simple implementation from launching landing pages in a day to delivering CRM tools tailored for commerce and finance. As Founder of Storebloc, Chris proves that thoughtful, user-first design—not just speed—drives sustainable growth.How we're supporting : By amplifying his story and connecting with investors aligned with his mission to simplify tech for real-world impact.
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Let’s Get Yuor Story Told
This time, it’s on your terms. With your story, told right.
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