Kendrick Nguyen

Kendrick Nguyen is the Co-Founder and CEO of Republic, a financial technology platform that democratizes access to private market investments. Under his leadership, Republic has facilitated over $700 million in investments from more than one million global investors, focusing on various sectors including startups, real estate, and cryptocurrency. The platform aims to empower individuals to invest in opportunities that resonate with their interests and values, promoting a diverse and connected investment community.14

Nguyen has a background in fintech, having co-founded two other startups and worked at AngelList, where he gained experience in business management and product strategy. He also has a legal background, having served as a litigator and a Stanford Law Fellow, which he now applies to his work in the investment sector.235

At Republic, Nguyen emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology, including AI, to enhance operational efficiency and improve the investment experience for users. His vision is to create a platform that not only serves accredited investors but also opens up investment opportunities to non-accredited individuals, thereby broadening access to wealth-building avenues.13