K5 Global

K5 Global is an investment firm founded in 2018 by Michael Kives and Bryan Baum that invests across sectors and funding stages, from inception through to initial public offerings and beyond. It operates Early-Stage, Growth and pre-IPO funds, alongside a separate fund called K5 Sports, and holds positions in frontier technology, artificial intelligence, data analytics and infrastructure, alongside sports, entertainment and global commerce. Portfolio companies mentioned on its site include 818 Tequila, a hand-crafted tequila brand made in Jalisco, Mexico; Khloud, a protein-snack brand; k2o by Sprinter, a hydration and beauty drink brand; Parrot, an AI company working with attorneys on depositions; The Expert, a design consultation and home-shopping marketplace; Coram AI, which builds video-intelligence systems; and Aux, which places talent with business leaders and startups.