Manu Kumar

Investor, Founder, and Educator based in Palo Alto, California

Dr. Manu Kumar is a prominent investor and board member based in Palo Alto, California. He currently serves as an Investor and Board Member at tbh, a role he has held since September 2020. In addition to his position at tbh, Dr. Kumar is the Founder and Chief Firestarter of K9 Ventures, a firm focused on early-stage investments, and he is also the Co-Founder and CEO of HiHello, a digital business card platform.

His extensive investment portfolio includes involvement with numerous companies, such as Lyft, Twilio, and Auth0, among others. Dr. Kumar is recognized for his strategic insights and support for early-stage startups, making him a sought-after figure in the venture capital community. He has also held advisory and board roles in various other startups, showcasing his commitment to fostering innovation in the tech industry.1 2

Highlights

Sep 23 · Silicon Valley Business Journal

Here's how Harry Potter served as an inspiration for this Palo Alto startup - Silicon Valley Business Journal

Aug 14 · TechCrunch

Resurrecting the humble business card, why going public is good, BNPL is everywhere at once - TechCrunch

Experience

Founder & Chief Firestarter at K9 Ventures since April 2009

Investor & Board Member at multiple companies; Co-Founder and CEO at HiHello, Inc.; Visiting Lecturer at Stanford University, K9 Ventures, HiHello, Inc., and Cardmunch, Inc. (acquired by LinkedIn)