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Knockout Capital

North America, California, United States, Los Angeles

Description

Knockout Capital, primarily known as Knockout Family Office, functions as the dedicated investment vehicle for the Osone family. Established in 2021 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, this family office strategically deploys capital across a diverse range of sectors, with a pronounced focus on sustainable technologies and clean energy solutions. Their investment philosophy aligns with the long-term perspective characteristic of family offices, prioritizing impactful and value-driven investments over strict adherence to conventional fund timelines.

The firm's investment portfolio demonstrates a clear preference for growth-stage companies that are actively scaling innovative solutions. Public records reveal their participation in significant funding rounds for notable companies within the renewable energy and sustainability sectors. For example, Knockout Family Office was an investor in Swell Energy's Series B round, which successfully raised a substantial $120 million. They also contributed to Arcadia's Series D funding, a round that secured $200 million, and participated in Sunrun's post-IPO equity raise of $300 million. These investments underscore Knockout Capital's capability to engage in large-scale deals and contribute significant capital to well-established growth companies.

Operating as a family office, Knockout Capital maintains a lean operational structure, typically comprising between 2 to 10 employees, as indicated on professional networking platforms. This allows for agile decision-making and a tailored approach to investment opportunities and portfolio oversight. While their publicly disclosed investments predominantly lean towards later-stage, larger rounds, the inherent flexibility of a family office model suggests they may also consider opportunities across various stages, driven by strategic alignment and the potential for enduring value creation. However, specific details regarding their typical first check sizes are not publicly disclosed, consistent with the private nature of many family office operations.

Investor Profile

Knockout Capital has backed more than 39 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Germany, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, E-Commerce, Financial Services.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (41%)
  • Series A (23%)
  • Pre Seed (23%)
  • Angel (3%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (3%)
  • Series D (3%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)
  • Series B (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (90%)
  • Germany (3%)
  • Canada (3%)
  • South Korea (3%)
  • Mexico (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • E-commerce
  • Financial Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Fintech
  • Real Estate
  • Food And Beverage
  • Mobile Apps
  • Restaurants
  • Social Media
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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 Knockout Capital frequently co-invest with?

WestRiver Group
North America, Washington, United States, Kirkland
Co-Investments: 1
Y Combinator
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Co-Investments: 3
The Helm
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
GingerBread Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
The 51 Ventures
North America, Alberta, Canada, Calgary
Co-Investments: 1
Madrona
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Co-Investments: 1
Alpha Edison
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1
10X Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
VU Venture Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Backstage Capital
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Knockout Capital often collaborate with?

BY
North America, California, United States, San Mateo
Shared Deals: 1
BV
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
EB
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
GR
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
BM
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
AS
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Shared Deals: 1
BH
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Shared Deals: 1
CL
North America, Tennessee, United States, Nashville
Shared Deals: 1
LL
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
IM
North America, California, United States, Santa Cruz
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Knockout Capital?

Hedge

New York, New York, United States

Hedge is a financial technology company.

CryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesStock Exchanges
SeedJun 1, 2022
Casai

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Casai is a hospitality company that provides travelers with premium accommodations, locally sourced designs, and smart home technology.

AppsHospitalityHotelMobile AppsReal Estate
Series AJun 1, 2022
Minna

Hudson, New York, United States

Minna is a manufacturer and seller of textile products.

E-CommerceFurnitureManufacturingTextiles
Series AMay 30, 2022
KMX Technologies

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

KMX Technologies provides membrane distillation technology to separate and recover valuable chemicals and water treatment.

Clean EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringWater Purification
Series AMay 30, 2022
Brex Inc.

San Francisco, California, United States

Brex is the first fully unified global spend platform — with corporate cards, expense management, reimbursements, and bill pay.

BankingCredit CardsFinancial ServicesFinTech
Series DMay 18, 2022
Dims.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Dims. is a manufacturer and seller of furniture products.

E-CommerceFurnitureManufacturingSales
Series AMay 1, 2022
Public Goods

New York, New York, United States

Public Goods is a direct-to-consumer brand that sells eco-friendly essentials in the grocery, household, and personal care categories.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceRetail
Series BApr 30, 2022
Hone Health

New York, New York, United States

Hone Health provides an online clinic platform for men.

Health Care
Series AApr 5, 2022
Endpoint Health

Palo Alto, California, United States

Endpoint Health is a precision immunology company

Health Care
Series AFeb 9, 2022
axle ai

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

We make media smarter – our B2B software helps media teams remotely search, manage and reuse their video content.

BroadcastingDigital MediaFilm ProductionSaaSSoftwareSports
Pre SeedJul 23, 2021