BKR Capital
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Toronto, Canada
Countries of investment
- Canada
- United States
Investment stages
- Pre-Seed
- Seed
Industries
- SaaS
- Fintech
- Marketplaces
About
BKR Capital is a pioneering Canadian venture capital firm that invests in promising Black-led technology companies. Their mission is to build a more equitable and profitable future by addressing the funding gap for Black founders. They provide critical capital and support to help these entrepreneurs scale their businesses.
BKR Capital is a pioneering Canadian venture capital firm that invests in promising Black-led technology companies. Their mission is to build a more equitable and profitable future by addressing the funding gap for Black founders. They provide critical capital and support to help these entrepreneurs scale their businesses.
Investment Thesis
BKR Capital is Canada's first venture capital fund dedicated to investing in Black-led businesses. They focus on pre-seed and seed stage technology companies with asset-light and highly scalable business models. The firm seeks exceptional Black founders building disruptive companies that demonstrate strong product-market fit, a clear path to profitability, and a large addressable market. Beyond capital, BKR provides mentorship and access to its extensive networks to help founders succeed.
Manager's Experience
The managing partners, Lise Birikundavyi and Isaac Olowolafe Jr., bring diverse experience from asset management and real estate entrepreneurship. Lise has a background in principal investments and advisory in North America and Africa, including work with the African Development Bank. Isaac is an award-winning entrepreneur and financier, having founded multiple successful ventures in real estate and investment.
Team
Lise Birikundavyi - Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Isaac Olowolafe Jr. - Co-Founder & General Partner
Portia Asli - Associate
Portfolio
Goodr
Cherry
Woveo
Ribitt
Bvrning
Health-Bridge
Sootchy
AYA
Flaunt
Trebble
Beam.city
Wombo
SomaDetect
Liscena
Circuit