Knockout Capital
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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