Kakao Ventures

Kakao Ventures, established in 2012, is a South Korean venture capital firm headquartered in Seongnam-si. As an independent subsidiary of Kakao Corp., it manages external funds from limited partners. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage investments, focusing on tech-enabled startups in advanced technology, deep tech, mobile, service, and gaming sectors. Known for its founder-friendly approach, it is one of the most active seed venture capital firms in Korea.

Anne Ahn

Senior Associate

Eddie Chang

Director

Kim Chi-won

Executive Director, Managing Director and Partner

Mike Cho

Senior Associate

Andy Choi

Associate

Shin-ah Chung

CEO and Partner

Jade Chung

Senior Associate

Brian Jang

Director

Aiden Jang

Principal Associate

Jade Jung

Senior Associate

Kim Ki-Jun

CEO and Partner

Jacob Kim

Principal Associate

Jun Kim

CEO

Zero Kim

Associate

Inbae Lee

Principal

Justin Shin

Senior Associate

Ryan Won

Managing Director

Past deals in Android

MobileToong

Seed Round in 2019
MobileToong

Cashtree

Series A in 2016
Cashtree is an advertising platform focused on the Indonesian market, operating primarily on Android devices. It allows users to earn phone credits by viewing advertisements displayed on their lock screens. The platform serves as a channel for cost-per-install (CPI), cost-per-click (CPC), and cost-per-action (CPA) campaigns, enabling brands to effectively promote their products and engage with their target audience. By integrating promotional activities into a widely used mobile feature, Cashtree creates a mutually beneficial environment for users and advertisers alike.

PlayHard

Seed Round in 2016
PlayHard is an indie game development company founded by CEO Jung-Hyeok Shin and Art Director Gi-Ho Jeong. The company specializes in creating engaging and accessible mobile games, focusing on action and strategy genres. Their unique approach combines fun elements within an indie-specific framework, aimed at enhancing player experiences. One of their notable projects is "Red Bros," a casual RPG featuring touch-friendly drag-and-drop mechanics that allow players to strategically place and defeat mercenaries and native forces in battle. This game is set for release in 2016 and exemplifies PlayHard's commitment to providing immersive entertainment on mobile platforms.

Dryad

Seed Round in 2013
Dryad is a mobile game development platform based in South Korea, founded on May 18, 2012. The company specializes in creating online role-playing games (RPGs) aimed at users in the South Korean market. Through its innovative game development approach, Dryad seeks to engage players by providing immersive gaming experiences that cater to the preferences of local audiences.
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