The fund is led by entrepreneurs and industry veterans with global connections and expertise, and focuses on investing in 18 exceptional IP-backed companies in sectors such as tough tech, cyber tech, health tech, Agtech, and AI/ML. In addition to providing capital, Kitaki Ventures offers an ecosystem to its portfolio companies, including access to its global network, help identifying the right market fit, identifying key team members, and facilitating global alliances and partnerships. Founded in 2020, the firm is based in Auckland, New Zealand and invests in pre-series and series stages with the aim of exit-driven strategies.