Ms. Jenny Zeng is the Managing Partner of MSA Capital and is principally responsible for overseeing investments. Ms. Zeng is a serial entrepreneur in the China VC and PE fund industry and has 18 years of experience.

Ms. Zeng was the inaugural Executive Director of China Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA) in 2002. She also served as the Deputy Secretary-General of China Private Equity Association in Tianjin (TJCPEA).

In 2004, Ms. Zeng founded Maple Valley Investments, a boutique financial advisory firm, which provided a range of corporate advisory, and private placement services to blue-chip Chinese clients. Under the Maple Valley vehicle, Ms. Zeng raised hundreds of millions for dozens of companies, such as Intime Department Store (HKG:1833), Bu Chang Pharma (SHA:603858), Lakala (SZ: 300773) and etc.

In 2012, Ms. Zeng founded MSA Capital. To date, she has led investments over 80 private companies. MSA Capital is venture fund focused on investing in core technology, consumer internet, overseas and emerging markets. Sample portfolio companies include: Meituan(SEHK:03690), Nio(NYSE:NIO), BGI(SZ:300676), Uber (NYSE:UBER), Yiducloud, Boss Zhipin, Fabu Technology , Fordeal and etc.

Ms. Zeng sits on the council of Future Forum and she is a member of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) .

Jenny’s Vision for Future Science

Ms. Jenny Zeng is a dedicated proponent of “Scientific Philanthropy,” with a strong belief in the power of science and technology to drive societal progress. Her focus lies in the critical need for investing in basic research, which she sees as the foundation for future advancements across diverse fields. As the donor of the Asian Young Scientist Fellowship, Zeng emphasizes creating opportunities for early-career researchers, advocating for environments that promote risk-taking and creative exploration. She argues that breakthroughs are born when scientists have the freedom and support to pursue ambitious ideas without fear of failure. Through her leadership, Zeng aims to embed science into the core of societal development, building a future where innovation is nurtured and sustained to improve lives globally.