Liberty Labs, a South Korean M&A specialist dedicated to resolving succession challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), raised KRW 13 billion in a Pre-Series A funding round.
The funding round was led by SBVA, with new investments from Smilegate Investments, Stonebridge Ventures, and Voyager Ventures. Existing investors Bass Ventures and Primer Sazze Partners also participated, demonstrating continued confidence in Liberty Labs’ unique mission.
Founded in 2023, Liberty Labs has rapidly emerged as a key player in the SME M&A space. The company’s strategy is inspired by global powerhouses like Danaher, Constellation Software, and Japan’s Technology Succession Organization. Its core aim is to establish sustainable growth models for Korean SMEs grappling with succession and inheritance tax burdens. Unlike conventional private equity funds that often seek short-term returns, Liberty Labs acquires companies facing potential closure due to a lack of successors. It then holds these businesses for the long term, preserving their independent identity while driving operational innovation and digital transformation in critical areas such as finance and human resources.
With this significant investment, Liberty Labs is well-positioned to become a transformative force in Korea’s SME landscape, offering a sustainable and innovative alternative to traditional M&A and private equity models.
