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Keiretsu Capital

North America, Washington, United States, Seattle

Description

Keiretsu Capital operates as the exclusive worldwide fund manager for Keiretsu Forum, which is recognized as the world's largest angel investor network. Based in Seattle, Washington, Keiretsu Capital leverages this extensive network to identify and invest in promising early-stage companies. Its primary function is to provide accredited investors with access to proprietary deal flow, pooling capital to facilitate investments that might otherwise be inaccessible to individual angels. This unique structure allows the firm to combine the agility of angel investing with the strategic depth of a venture fund.

The firm primarily targets early-stage companies across a diverse range of high-growth sectors, including technology, life sciences, and consumer products. Keiretsu Capital manages several distinct funds, such as Keiretsu Capital Fund I, Fund II, and the Opportunities Fund, each designed to deploy capital strategically into its target companies. Typical first checks from Keiretsu Capital's funds range from $250,000 to $1,000,000, participating in broader funding rounds that can extend up to $5 million. This approach allows them to support companies through critical early development phases.

Keiretsu Capital's investment strategy is deeply integrated with the Keiretsu Forum's global reach, which boasts over 3,000 members across 50+ chapters worldwide. This vast network contributes significantly to deal sourcing and due diligence processes. Since its inception, the Keiretsu Forum, through its various investment vehicles including Keiretsu Capital, has facilitated over $1 billion in funding for early-stage companies. The firm's diversified portfolio currently includes investments in over 200 companies, demonstrating its active role in the startup ecosystem. Keiretsu Capital aims to provide its limited partners with a diversified portfolio of high-potential ventures, benefiting from the collective expertise and extensive deal flow generated by the Keiretsu Forum.

Investor Profile

Keiretsu Capital has backed more than 278 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 1% of its total and boasts 18 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Convertible Note, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Biotechnology, Medical Device.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (27%)
  • Convertible Note (23%)
  • Seed (20%)
  • Series Unknown (13%)
  • Series B (10%)
  • Series C (2%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (1%)
  • Angel (1%)
  • Private Equity (1%)
  • Grant (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (92%)
  • Canada (5%)
  • United Kingdom (1%)
  • Israel (1%)
  • India (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Biotechnology
  • Medical Device
  • Medical
  • Software
  • Therapeutics
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
  • Manufacturing
  • Health Diagnostics
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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 Keiretsu Capital frequently co-invest with?

Band of Angels
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 5
Puget Sound Venture Club
North America, Washington, United States, Bellevue
Co-Investments: 3
Sand Hill Angels
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Co-Investments: 3
Arizona Tech Investors
North America, Arizona, United States, Mesa
Co-Investments: 3
Keiretsu Forum Northwest
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Co-Investments: 20
Keiretsu Forum
North America, California, United States, Orinda
Co-Investments: 31
Innovation Works
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Pittsburgh
Co-Investments: 3
Tech Coast Angels
North America, California, United States, Newport Beach
Co-Investments: 8
Mid Atlantic Bio Angels
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4
New York Angels
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Keiretsu Capital often collaborate with?

Daniel Curran
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Shared Deals: 1
CH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AK
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
CS
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
AK
North America, Washington, United States, Bellevue
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
CO
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
CD
North America, Tennessee, United States, Nashville
Shared Deals: 1
JZ
North America, California, United States, Campbell
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Keiretsu Capital?

MiClient

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

SAAS, Quote-to-cash, Web and Mobile App

ChemicalCRMIndustrial ManufacturingInformation TechnologyManufacturingPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingSaaS
SeedAug 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $464,515
Healionics

Seattle, Washington, United States

Healionics has developed a novel vascular graft, based on a platform biomaterial, offering improved vascular access for dialysis patients.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Series ANov 7, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,519,466
Clensta

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Clensta is a direct-to-consumer (D2C) personal and home care startup that develops complete cleaning solutions.

BiotechnologyHealth CareSustainabilityWellness
Series BJul 10, 2023
Amount Raised: $9,088,095
Another Tomorrow

New York, New York, United States

DTC Tech-Enabled Sustainable Fashion

FashionMarketplaceProduct DesignSustainability
Series AMay 19, 2023
EarthGrid PBC

Richmond, California, United States

EarthGrid revolutionizes grid infrastructure with tunneling and trenching solutions through the power of plasma.

GreenTechInfrastructurePower GridRenewable Energy
SeedMay 15, 2023
Hotel Communication Network

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Hotel Communication Network is a Hospitality Innovation Enabling a World Class Guest Experience.

HospitalityNetwork Hardware
Series AMay 12, 2023
Buoy

Newport Beach, California, United States

Buoy is the first and only flavorless hydration product that mixes with any drink.

Food and BeverageNutritionWellness
SeedMay 8, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Tenzr Health

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Technology-driven Motivation, Guidance, and Certainty for Musculoskeletal Care

Health CareHome Health CareMedical DevicePersonal HealthRehabilitationWearables
Convertible NoteMay 8, 2023
Tend Health

Seattle, Washington, United States

Tend Health provides innovative devices and data analysis for understanding and harnessing the power of the gut microbiome.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device
Convertible NoteApr 27, 2023
Galen Robotics

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Galen is developing a single-platform solution to aid surgeons across several disciplines with minimal disturbance to existing workflows.

Medical DeviceRobotics
Convertible NoteApr 27, 2023