KEY Investment Partners

KEY Investment Partners is a venture capital fund providing growth equity to early-stage companies in the legal cannabis sector, delivering institutional-quality investment management tailored for this emerging industry. The firm integrates financial growth with a profound dedication to social justice and economic equity across its portfolio.

Founded in 2018 by Pete Karabas, Tiby Erdely, and Jordan Youkilis, the firm saw significant potential in the nascent cannabis market. This insight combined leveraging capital for positive social and economic impact, especially in communities affected by drug policies, fostering revitalization and new opportunities.

The fund serves early-stage cannabis businesses seeking expansion capital. Its mission is to cultivate a prosperous cannabis industry, generating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and creating new avenues for prosperity. The firm deploys investments as a force for societal good, constructing more equitable futures through strategic financial endeavors.