Korea Investment Partners

Korea Investment Partners is a prominent venture capital and private equity firm based in Seoul, South Korea, with over 30 years of experience in the investment sector. Founded in 1986, the firm focuses on supporting bold and innovative entrepreneurs across various industries, including biotechnology, healthcare, interactive content, media, consumer internet, financial technology, information and communication technology, digitalization, semiconductor, and industrial sectors. Korea Investment Partners has established a strong track record by investing in notable companies such as Kakao, Naver, YG Entertainment, Bodyfriend, and Didi Chuxing. The firm 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, Korea Investment Partners has offices in Shanghai, Beijing, and Sunnyvale, allowing it to operate on a global scale.

Kim Jong -hyun

Director

Jihyun An

Principal of Venture Group 2

Shane Ang

Vice President, Singapore

Yer Hyun Baek

President

In Jae Baek

Principal of Venture Group 1

Haksung Chang

Managing Director and Head, PE

Henry Choi

Principal

Yan Hao Chong

Principal, Singapore

Yeong Mok Gil

Senior Principal

Hudson Kyung-sik Ho

Head of KIP China / Executive Director

Jingzhi Hu

Managing Partner

Man Soon Hwang

CEO

Joon Hyun

Vice President

Sang Hyuk Jang

Principal

Soon Ouk Jung

Executive Director of Venture Group 2

Stephanie Kang

Principal

Kun Ho Kim

Principal

Jae Hong Kim

Executive Director

Yong Jae Kim

Executive Director

Min Q Kim

Director

Yunjoon Kim Ph.D

Managing Director of Venture Group 1

Dong Yeob Kim

Executive Director and Chief Investment Officer

Su Chan Kwon

Principal of Venture Group 2

Sang Jin Lee

Principal

Young Tak Lee

Director, Private Equity

Ji soo Lee

Director of Venture Group 1

Michael Lee

Executive Director of Venture Group 1

Min Sik Park

Director

Sang Ho Park

Executive Director

Deok Joon Shin

Director

Dong Hyun Song

Principal

Benjamin Hyun Mok Song

Principal of Venture Group 2

Ping Wang

Associate Partner

Jerry Xu

Director and Principal

Clara Yoon

Principal

Past deals in Dietary Supplements

My Herb & Healthcare

Series A in 2025
MyHerb Healthcare proivdes a specialized analysis for nutritional supplements.

Brave Company

Series A in 2024
Brave Company is a wellness enterprise that develops and markets consumer health brands, including products like chicken breast and diet convenience foods. Its core mission is to transform global everyday health by integrating its offerings into daily routines, fostering a healthier lifestyle through exercise, nutrition, and social engagement. The company achieves this by supporting and collaborating with creators, providing them with brand incubation, marketing support, personalized recommendations, performance analytics, and offline fitness facilities.

Dr.Diary

Series B in 2022
Dr.Diary is a company that provides a comprehensive diabetes management application aimed at helping users monitor and manage their condition effectively. Founded in 2017 and based in Seoul, South Korea, the application allows users to track their blood glucose levels, exercise routines, and food intake, while offering insights on how these factors influence their health. In addition to these features, the platform includes medicine intake reminders, monthly health reports, and daily tips on diabetes management. It also facilitates communication with friends and provides personal consultation services with healthcare professionals, enhancing the overall user experience in managing diabetes.

Genome

Series B in 2018
Genome & Company, headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, specializes in researching microbes and probiotics to develop dietary supplements, cosmeceuticals, and novel drugs targeting conditions such as obesity, diabetes, acne, atopic dermatitis, and cancer-related therapies.

Genome

Series A in 2017
Genome & Company, headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, specializes in researching microbes and probiotics to develop dietary supplements, cosmeceuticals, and novel drugs targeting conditions such as obesity, diabetes, acne, atopic dermatitis, and cancer-related therapies.
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