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

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

Seung-hi Kang

Director of Venture Group 1

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

Sangwoo Lee

Director - Investments

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

Jerry Xu

Director and Principal

Clara Yoon

Principal

Past deals in Home Decor

Interior Teacher

Series A in 2022
Interior Teacher is a premium home styling service that specializes in interior decoration. The company offers a range of services, including design consultation, furniture recommendation, and delivery installation, aimed at creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces. Utilizing advanced AI technology, Interior Teacher provides clients with quick design drafts, simplifying the process of decorating their entire homes. This innovative approach enhances the customer experience by making home styling accessible and efficient.

Studio Samick

Seed Round in 2021
Studio Samick, based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in e-commerce services for home and office furnishings. The company offers a diverse range of products, including beds, mattresses, sofas, wardrobes, and body pillows, all designed and planned in-house. Studio Samick operates an online distribution model, managing the entire delivery process by coordinating between manufacturing partners and logistics providers to ensure timely production and delivery of its products.

Ujipin

Series B in 2015
Ujipin is an online platform based in Beijing, China, that focuses on lifestyle brands. The company aims to transform the shopping experience for home-related products, emphasizing the importance of uniqueness and quality in creating a comfortable living environment. By offering a curated selection of items, Ujipin seeks to cater to consumers who value distinctive and high-quality home goods.
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