The K Fund
Description
The K Fund II is a Los Angeles-based private equity firm specializing in growth equity investments across the consumer, technology, and healthcare sectors. Established in 2018, the firm focuses on providing capital to high-growth companies that demonstrate strong brand recognition, innovative technologies, and significant market potential. Their strategic location in Los Angeles positions them within a vibrant ecosystem for these industries, allowing them to identify and support promising ventures.
The firm's investment strategy centers on partnering with established businesses that are poised for their next phase of expansion. The K Fund II typically deploys initial cheques ranging from $10 million to $50 million per company, targeting opportunities where their capital can fuel substantial growth initiatives such as market expansion, product innovation, or operational scaling. They seek out companies with proven business models and a clear path to achieving market leadership within their respective niches.
The K Fund II's portfolio reflects a strong inclination towards well-known consumer brands, showcasing their expertise in this segment. Notable investments include The Bouqs Company, an online floral retailer; Nutrabolt, the parent company of C4 Energy drinks; Laird Superfood, a plant-based food and supplement company; Thrive Market, an online organic grocery store; and Kodiak Cakes, a natural food brand. These investments underscore the firm's commitment to supporting companies that resonate with modern consumer trends and have achieved significant traction.
By focusing on growth equity, The K Fund II aims to provide more than just capital, seeking to become a strategic partner to management teams. Their approach involves leveraging industry insights and operational expertise to help portfolio companies navigate growth challenges and maximize their market opportunities. This collaborative model is designed to accelerate value creation and build enduring businesses within their specialized sectors.
Investor Profile
The K Fund has backed more than 25 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Private Equity, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), E-Commerce.
- Typical check size: $10M – $50M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (24%)
- Private Equity (20%)
- Series B (12%)
- Series F (12%)
- Series E (8%)
- Series A (8%)
- Pre Seed (4%)
- Series D (4%)
- Series C (4%)
- Post Ipo Equity (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (96%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- E-commerce
- Health Care
- Enterprise Software
- Internet
- Medical
- Fintech
- Mobile Apps
- Analytics
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