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KohFounders

North America, California, United States, Los Angeles

Description

KohFounders, established in 2013 by David Koh, is an early-stage venture capital firm strategically located in Los Angeles, California. The firm positions itself as a committed partner to entrepreneurs, focusing on Seed and Series A funding rounds. Their investment thesis is sharply defined, targeting innovative companies across digital healthcare, the Internet of Things (IoT), mobile technologies, and enterprise software and services. This specialized focus allows KohFounders to leverage deep industry insights and provide tailored support to its portfolio companies.

The firm is known for its hands-on approach, actively engaging with founders beyond capital provision. KohFounders typically writes initial checks ranging from approximately $250,000 to $2,000,000, often participating in larger syndicated rounds alongside other prominent investors. They also maintain reserves for follow-on investments, demonstrating a long-term commitment to their most promising portfolio companies as they scale. This strategic deployment of capital aims to foster sustainable growth and maximize impact within their chosen sectors.

KohFounders has cultivated a robust and diverse portfolio, featuring companies that have achieved significant milestones and successful exits. A notable example includes PatientPop, a practice management platform that was acquired by Tebra, showcasing the firm's ability to identify and nurture high-potential ventures. With over 30 investments to date, their portfolio reflects a consistent strategy of backing disruptive technologies and strong founding teams. The firm's philosophy emphasizes building enduring partnerships, providing operational guidance, and connecting entrepreneurs with valuable networks to accelerate their journey from early-stage concept to market leadership.

Investor Profile

KohFounders has backed more than 25 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, SaaS.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $2M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (36%)
  • Seed (28%)
  • Pre Seed (12%)
  • Series A (4%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (4%)
  • Series B (4%)
  • Angel (4%)
  • Convertible Note (4%)
  • Non Equity Assistance (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
  • Internet
  • Advertising
  • Health Care
  • Personal Health
  • Mobile
  • E-commerce
  • Telecommunications
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does KohFounders frequently co-invest with?

Notation Capital
North America, New York, United States, Brooklyn
Co-Investments: 2
Chaos Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Mucker Capital
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Co-Investments: 3
Upfront Ventures
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Co-Investments: 2
Blockchange Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Baroda Ventures
North America, California, United States, Beverly Hills
Co-Investments: 2
Afore Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Beta Bridge Capital
North America, New Jersey, United States, Princeton
Co-Investments: 5
Slow Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Castle Island Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does KohFounders often collaborate with?

SB
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Philadelphia
Shared Deals: 1
SW
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
SM
North America, California, United States, Los Gatos
Shared Deals: 1
ZL
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Shared Deals: 1
MB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
CL
North America, Tennessee, United States, Nashville
Shared Deals: 3
HS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
AM
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
JK
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
JG
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by KohFounders?

Andrena

New York, New York, United States

Andrena is a developer of an internet distribution platform designed to offer high-speed internet at reduced costs.

TelecommunicationsWireless
Series AFeb 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
Amplify Data

New York, New York, United States

Accelerate your Data Business with Amplify!

AnalyticsBig DataSoftware
Pre SeedFeb 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Hologram

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Hologram provides a platform to connect devices to any network with cellular connectivity, and offers software for monitoring an IoT fleet.

Information TechnologyInternetInternet of ThingsSoftwareTelecommunications
Series BAug 2, 2021
Amount Raised: $66,800,000
Inspectiv

Los Angeles, California, United States

Inspectiv is an end-to-end security solution for rapidly growing tech companies.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyInternetSecurity
Pre SeedJul 19, 2018
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Clora

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Clora is an intelligent platform that matches life science companies with flexible, on-demand expertise.

BiotechnologyConsultingLife ScienceMedical DevicePharmaceutical
Pre SeedDec 7, 2017
Amount Raised: $4,600,000
Ori.ai

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Ori is an AI-powered navigator that bridges the gap between care teams and their patients.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareMobilePersonal Health
SeedApr 27, 2017
Amount Raised: $500,000
Remedy

San Francisco, California, United States

Remedy protects people from overcharges that stem from medical bill errors and saves the average family over $1,000 per year.

Clinical TrialsHealth DiagnosticsMedicalMedical Device
SeedSep 29, 2016
Amount Raised: $1,900,000
Wellth

Los Angeles, California, United States

Wellth motivates medication adherence using Behavioral Economics

Health CareInformation TechnologymHealthPersonal Health
SeedMay 25, 2016
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Artemis

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Artemis operates an intelligence platform for indoor farms.

AgricultureAgTechArtificial Intelligence (AI)FarmingGreenTechSaaSSoftware
SeedMay 10, 2016
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Jetpack Workflow

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Jetpack helps small-medium sized accounting firms manage workflow, repetitive processes, and build a paperless office.

AccountingSmall and Medium BusinessesSoftware
SeedApr 23, 2015