Korea Investment Partners

Korea Investment Partners (KIP) is a prominent venture capital and private equity firm based in Seoul, South Korea, with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Established in 1986, KIP focuses on investing in innovative companies across various sectors, including biotechnology, healthcare, media, financial technology, and information technology. The firm has a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies such as Kakao, Naver, and YG Entertainment. KIP manages more than 20 venture and private equity funds, with total assets under management amounting to approximately $1.8 billion. In addition to its headquarters in Seoul, KIP operates offices in Shanghai, Beijing, and Sunnyvale, showcasing its commitment to global investment opportunities.

Yer-hyun Baek

CEO and President

Steve Hong

Manager

Sang Hyuk Jang

Associate

Hyeong-sun Jeon

Principal

Dong-yeob Kim

Executive Director

Min-kyu Kim

Director

Yong-Jae Kim

Head of Management Support, MD

Kun-ho Kim

Principal

Won-Bae Lee

Executive Director

Ke Liu

Principal

Minsik Park

Director

Jin-han Park

Senior Principal

Hyeong-jun Park

Principal

Young-ho Park

Senior Principal

Deok-joon Shin

Director

Sung-wook Yoo

Principal

Past deals in South Korea

Jaranda

Series B in 2022
Jaranda Co., Ltd. owns and operates a platform that integrates teachers, parents, and students. The company is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Trenbe

Series B in 2021
Trenbe Inc. sells apparel, bags, shoes, and accessories online for men and women. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

It's Skin

Series A in 2015
It'S SKIN Co., Ltd. manufactures and distributes skin care products in South Korea and internationally. The company offers skin care products, including eye, sun care, cleansing, mask, and special care products; base and point make up products; nail care and color products; hair and body care products; men and baby care products; and tools, etc.

Action Square

Series A in 2013
Action Square CO., LTD. develops mobile games in South Korea. It offers various games, such as blade, Three Kingdoms Blade, Blade 2, and Gigantic X. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Seongnam, South Korea.