John Kim.

Associate, Silicon Valley

John’s experience in venture capital at Telesoft and technology investment banking at Citigroup, gives him a strong perspective on how growth companies can strike the right balance between capital requirements and equity dilution.

John holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign.

Kennet Facts

Established 1997. Offices in London, Silicon Valley
Over $500 million under management
Invest in fast-growing technology, services and digital media businesses across Europe and North America
Strong track record of building market-leading companies. See Portfolio.

Investment Principles

Belief in the founder-entrepreneur
Respect for capital-efficient businesses
Recognition that technology markets are global
A focus on sales productivity as the engine of growth
Flexibility in finding the right structure for each deal

Kennet Culture

Belief in the power of coaching to develop world-class, founder-led businesses
Openness to new ideas
Attitude of transparency, healthy scepticism and debate
Conviction that top-quality companies can be built from anywhere