Kathy Chiu

Managing Partner at DeepWork Capital

Kathy Chiu is the Founding Managing Partner at DeepWork Capital, a venture capital firm based in Florida that focuses on early-stage technology and life science companies. She co-founded the firm in 2015, leveraging her extensive background in both engineering and venture capital to support underserved markets, particularly in Florida. Under her leadership, DeepWork Capital has successfully managed multiple funds, with their first investment achieving over 20 times return upon exit.1 3

Professional Background

Kathy's career spans various roles and industries:

Venture Capitalist: Before DeepWork, she was a venture capitalist at iSherpa Capital, where she focused on early-stage wireless technology investments.
Consultant: She operated her own consulting firm for over a decade, advising clients from startups to Fortune 500 companies on innovation, business development, and fundraising.1 3
Product Management: Kathy has held significant positions in product management and corporate strategy at companies like Level 3 Communications and Compaq Computers.2 3

Education

Kathy holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.1 3

Board Memberships

She has served on the boards of several companies, including:

HCW Biologics
Bealls Inc.
Artist Growth
Imperative.1 2

Personal Interests

Outside of her professional endeavors, Kathy is passionate about comedy. She has transitioned from improv to stand-up comedy and authored a comedic novel titled ENDOWED, which explores the lives of four female improvisors.1 3

Kathy is fluent in Taiwanese and Mandarin, enhancing her ability to engage with diverse markets and communities.1

Experience

Founding Managing Partner at DeepWork Capital (May 2015 - Present)

- Board Member at HCW Biologics (Oct 2020 - Jul 2021) - Member Board Of Directors at Bealls, Inc. (Feb 2017 - Nov 2020) - Chief Operating Officer at Florida Angel Nexus (Jun 2014 - Jan 2016) - Owner and Consultant at Venture Catapult (May 2006 - Jun 2014) - Investment Professional at iSherpa (Jan 2004 - Feb 2006)

Education

- MS, BS in Electrical Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1990 - 1995) - MBA in Business Administration and Management from Stanford University Graduate School of Business (1998 - 2000)