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BKR Capital
BKR Capital is a venture capital firm and Canada's first institutionally backed Black-led venture capital firm. It invests in promising Black-led technology...
Overview
BKR Capital is a venture capital firm and Canada's first institutionally backed Black-led venture capital firm. It invests in promising Black-led technology companies, making transformational early investments into innovative companies often addressing the unmet needs of diverse communities. It focuses on pre-seed to seed stage technology and technology-enabled start-ups with at least one Black founder, primarily based in Canada.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2021
Location
Region
North America
Country
Canada
City
Toronto
Corporate office
Toronto, Canada
Principals
Lise Birikundavyi
Managing Partner & Co-Founder
Isaac Olowolafe
General Partner & Co-Founder
Ebenezer Arthur
Partner
Rebecca Johnson
Director
Victor Sada
Principal
Dana Ramnarine
Head of Talent
Ziyi Shi
Director, BKR VC Fellowship
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What stages does BKR Capital target?
The firm lists early stage seed, start-up, expansion, late stage and general venture coverage.
Where is BKR Capital headquartered?
Toronto, Canada.
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