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VKRM
Vinod Khosla's personal investment vehicle VKRM makes concentrated early-stage tech bets from Los Altos, alongside his institutional firm Khosla Ventures.
VKRM
VKRM is a boutique venture capital firm founded in 2007. It invests in Enterprise Services and Software, Education, and Internet sectors. VKRM has invested in over 20 companies since inception, with a focus on backing promising companies across all core markets.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Los Altos
Corporate office
Los Altos, CA, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at VKRM?
Vinod Khosla is the principal behind VKRM. As the sole decision-maker on the personal vehicle, he draws on over four decades of technology investing experience, from his founding of Sun Microsystems to his partnership at Kleiner Perkins and the launch of Khosla Ventures.
How is VKRM different from Khosla Ventures?
VKRM is Vinod Khosla's personal investment entity, whereas Khosla Ventures is an institutional venture capital firm managing outside limited partner capital. VKRM can hold concentrated positions without the diversification, liquidity, or fund-life constraints that apply to Khosla Ventures' institutional funds.
Does VKRM participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
VKRM primarily executes direct equity investments in seed and early-stage companies, consistent with Khosla's hands-on approach. There is no public record of the vehicle making commitments as a limited partner into external venture funds.
What investment stages does VKRM typically target?
VKRM targets seed and early-stage companies, often as part of the first institutional or high-net-worth rounds. The vehicle is designed for entry points where Khosla's personal conviction and strategic input can materially shape a company's trajectory.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Vinod Khosla's wealth derives principally from his role as a co-founder and the first CEO of Sun Microsystems, which he launched in 1982. He subsequently built a career as a venture capitalist at Kleiner Perkins before founding Khosla Ventures.
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