Richard Kerby

Richard Kerby is a Venture Partner at Equal Ventures, a venture capital firm he co-founded.2 Here are some key details about his background and experience:

Professional Experience

• Co-Founder and Venture Partner at Equal Ventures (current role)2
• Previously an investor at Venrock, where he led seed-stage and Series A investments in companies like 6Sense, Amino Apps, and Salsify2
• Former investor at Institutional Venture Partners (IVP), focusing on later-stage investments2
• Worked in the Investment Banking Division of Credit Suisse2

Board Positions

Richard currently serves on the boards of several companies:

• Wrapbook (since February 2020)1
• Suppli (since November 2022)1
• Upwards (since February 2021)1
• Bikky (since May 2021)1

Education and Interests

• Georgetown University alumnus2
• Described as a "rabid Hoyas basketball fan"2

Other Initiatives

Richard is the founder of Stealth Mode, a community of over 1,500 African American founders, operators, and investors.2

Recent Developments

As of February 2024, Richard Kerby has transitioned to a Venture Partner role at Equal Ventures, where he continues to advise portfolio companies and serve on boards.3