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§ Venture Capital · Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea
Seoul-based venture capital firm managing funds for early-stage investments in technology-related sectors worldwide.
Key people at Kona Venture Partners.
Kona Venture Partners was founded in 2018 by Jonathon Troughton (Co-Founder and CEO).
Kona Venture Partners is a Seoul-based investment firm specializing in early-stage investments across technology-related sectors globally. The firm actively manages venture funds designed to target promising tech startups worldwide, notably overseeing the Line Games-True-Kona Global Fund, which represents one of its key investment vehicles. Its core investment strategy is centered on identifying and providing critical capital to innovative companies in their nascent stages, fostering growth within the rapidly evolving global technology landscape. Managing Director Taiyoung Ryu plays a pivotal role in overseeing the firm's comprehensive investment activities, from deal sourcing to guiding its portfolio development and exit strategies. Kona Venture Partners consistently seeks out compelling opportunities to deploy capital into emerging technologies and disruptive business models, aiming to generate substantial returns through strategic early-stage participation in high-potential ventures across various international markets.
Key people at Kona Venture Partners.
Kona Venture Partners has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $1.3M Seed in GPUN in May 2024.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2024 | GPUN | $1.3M Seed | KIM JI Woong, Kona Venture Partners | — |
| Nov 9, 2023 | Clover Games | $11.4M Series B | — | DEV Sisters Ventures, DSC Investment, Hauss Asset Management, KJ & Partners, LB Investment |
Kona Venture Partners was founded in 2018 by Jonathon Troughton (Co-Founder and CEO).