Venture Studio Founder Program

Build, Scale, and Own the Next Venture

Our venture-building platform for experienced entrepreneurs who want to build, scale, or professionalize a business with long-term ownership and institutional support.

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Founder stake
Equity + salary
Based in
Singapore or Bali
Format
Venture partnership
Term
Long-term, no cohort

The Model

Not an accelerator. A venture partnership.

The program is designed for founders and operators who are ready to move beyond solo execution and build a scalable, structured company — backed by capital, infrastructure, and an active venture-building team.

We partner with a small number of operators each year and stay involved for the life of the business. That means the relationship is measured in years, not in a cohort calendar.

A partnership, not a cohort
A long-term venture partnership rather than a fixed-duration program with an end date.
Salary alongside equity
Participants receive a base salary as well as equity — not investment alone.
Operators, not mentors
You work directly with our operating teams and portfolio infrastructure, not a mentor roster.

Who It’s For

Who the Program Is For

We partner with a small number of operators each year. Most come from one of five starting points.

Scaling an Existing Business

You already run an operating business and want to scale it faster.

Validated but Under-Resourced

You have a validated business model and need capital, structure, or operational support.

Leading an MS Capital Venture

You want to join and lead one of MS Capital Group’s existing ventures.

Building for Ownership

You are looking for long-term equity ownership, not a short-term program.

Operators Going Independent

You are an experienced operator ready to build your own company with backing.

The Terms

What Being a Venture Studio Founder Means

Entrepreneurs accepted into the program commit to five things.

  1. Relocate to a Headquarters

    Operate from one of MS Capital Group’s headquarters in Singapore or Bali, alongside the platform teams.

  2. Take an Active Leadership Role

    Come in as Founder, Co-Founder or Managing Director — and run the business.

  3. Build Inside the Ecosystem

    Build the company within MS Capital Group’s venture ecosystem rather than alone.

  4. Hold Equity and a Salary

    Receive equity participation in the venture alongside a base salary.

  5. Work With the Platform Teams

    Work closely with MS Capital Group’s leadership, operators and portfolio companies.

What We Provide

The Platform Behind the Venture

Our role is to remove friction — so you can focus on building.

Shared Infrastructure

The operating backbone of the firm, available from day one.

  • Legal & structuring
  • Finance & accounting
  • HR & recruiting
  • Strategy, analytics & execution support

Equity Ownership

A meaningful equity stake in the venture you build or scale.

Base Salary

Financial stability during the build phase, not deferred compensation.

Capital Backing

Funding for the build and early growth phase, deployed with discipline.

Strategic Guidance

Direct access to experienced operators and founders who have built before.

Portfolio & Network Access

MS Capital Group’s portfolio companies, partners, and wider network.

What We Expect

This is a builder role, not a passive investment.

We partner only with entrepreneurs who bring the following.

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  • Proven experience in their industry or business model
  • A clear ambition to build a scalable company
  • Ownership mindset and long-term commitment
  • Willingness to relocate and operate from one of our headquarters
  • High standards, discipline, and accountability

Focus Areas

Types of Ventures

Both existing businesses and new ventures are considered.

  • Technology & SaaS
  • Financial Services & Media
  • Digital Platforms & Infrastructure
  • Venture-Backed Service Businesses
  • Scalable, Cash-Flow-Positive Companies

Why MS Capital Group

We don’t run programs — we build companies.

Four principles govern every venture we back. Each one is built to last.

Long-Term Ownership

We build to hold. Ventures are structured for durable ownership, not a fast exit.

Operator-Led Execution

Decisions sit with the people running the business, supported by the platform.

Disciplined Capital Deployment

Capital follows evidence — deployed against traction rather than narrative.

Strategic Scale, Not Hype

Growth that compounds on real economics, not on a demo-day timeline.

FAQ

Questions, answered

What is the Venture Studio Founder Program?
The Venture Studio Founder (VSF) Program is MS Capital Group’s venture-building platform for experienced entrepreneurs who want to build, scale, or professionalize a business with long-term ownership and institutional support. Unlike traditional accelerators or incubators, the VSF Program operates as a hands-on venture partnership where entrepreneurs receive equity participation, a base salary, and access to MS Capital Group’s shared infrastructure while taking an active leadership role in building or scaling a standalone venture.
Who is the Venture Studio Founder Program for?
The program is open to three types of operators: entrepreneurs with existing businesses seeking capital, structure, or operational support; operators looking to join and lead one of MS Capital Group’s portfolio ventures; and experienced founders aiming to build a new company with institutional backing rather than starting alone. Participants are expected to demonstrate proven execution capability, strong industry experience, and a clear ambition to build scalable businesses.
What sectors does the Venture Studio Founder Program support?
The Venture Studio Founder Program supports ventures across technology, financial services, media, digital platforms, and scalable service businesses. This aligns with MS Capital Group’s broader focus on AI, fintech, IoT, and Web3, while remaining open to other high-growth, operator-led businesses where the firm’s ecosystem can add meaningful value.
What do founders receive when joining the program?
Founders accepted into the Venture Studio Founder Program receive equity participation in their venture, a base salary, and access to MS Capital Group’s shared infrastructure including legal structuring, finance, HR, recruiting, and strategic execution support. The model emphasizes long-term equity ownership, disciplined growth, and operator-led decision-making rather than short-term acceleration.
Where do Venture Studio Founder Program participants work from?
Entrepreneurs accepted into the Venture Studio Founder Program are required to relocate to one of MS Capital Group’s headquarters in Singapore or Bali, Indonesia. This co-location ensures direct collaboration with the firm’s leadership, platform teams, and portfolio company operators throughout the venture-building process.
How is the Venture Studio Founder Program different from an accelerator?
The Venture Studio Founder Program differs from traditional accelerators in three ways: it is a long-term venture partnership rather than a fixed-duration cohort program; participants receive a base salary alongside equity rather than only investment; and entrepreneurs work directly with MS Capital Group’s operating teams and portfolio infrastructure rather than receiving generic mentorship. The program’s focus is on building enduring companies with meaningful operator ownership, not on demo-day exits.
How do I apply to the Venture Studio Founder Program?
Applications for the Venture Studio Founder Program are currently open. MS Capital Group selectively admits entrepreneurs who demonstrate proven execution capability, strong industry experience, and clear ambition to build scalable businesses. Interested operators can apply through the program page on the MS Capital Group website or contact the team directly.

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If you want to build, scale, and own a serious business — with the backing of a venture-building group — we invite you to apply.

This is where operators become founders of enduring companies.