Justin Kan
Overview
Justin Kan is a prominent American entrepreneur and angel investor, best known for co-founding Twitch, the leading live-streaming platform for gamers, which was acquired by Amazon in 2014. He is also the founder of Goat Capital, a hybrid incubator and seed investment firm that focuses on early-stage investments in technology-driven companies. Goat Capital manages over $100 million in assets and has made investments in sectors such as digital health, e-commerce, digital entertainment, gaming, robotics, and climate change. In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Kan has been actively involved in various startups and investment activities. He has personally invested in over 100 companies, including Zenefits, Ginkgo Bioworks, Cruise, and Alto Pharmacy. His investment focus spans across multiple industries, reflecting his diverse interests and expertise in the startup ecosystem. Kan's career is marked by his ability to identify and support innovative companies at their inception, leveraging his experience to guide them through early growth stages. His strategic insights and hands-on approach have contributed to the success of numerous startups, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the venture capital community.
Investment Focus
- Innovative technology-driven solutions
- Scalable business models
- Strong founding teams with a clear vision
- Potential for significant market impact
- Alignment with Goat Capital's investment thesis
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Justin Kan invest in?
Justin Kan invests in Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Real Estate, Telecommunications and Media, and is based in California, United States. Justin Kan is listed as a angel in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Justin Kan invest at?
Justin Kan backs companies at Seed, Series A and Growth, writing cheques of 500K - 3M.
Which regions does Justin Kan invest in?
Justin Kan invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
What companies has Justin Kan invested in?
Justin Kan's portfolio includes Reddit, Cruise, Ginkgo Bioworks, Scale AI, Alto Pharmacy, Rippling, Bird and Cruise Automation.
How do I contact Justin Kan?
Justin Kan's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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