Han River Partners

Han River Partners is a globally minded venture capital firm that focuses on transformative opportunities in the Korea Graph, driven by disruptive technological innovations from startups and entrepreneurs. The firm is committed to identifying and investing in early-stage technology companies that are poised for significant growth and disruption, particularly those with strong technical teams, scalable business models, and innovative solutions. Their investment strategy emphasizes sectors such as AI technology, consumer industries, gaming, cultural content, and entertainment, aiming to support startups that have the potential to become category-defining leaders with global impact. Han River Partners leverages deep connections and opportunities both in Silicon Valley and throughout the Asia-Pacific region to support its portfolio companies. The firm was established in 2022 by Founder and Managing Partner Chris Koh, who co-founded Coupang, South Korea’s first and largest online marketplace, and Co-Founder and General Partner Jin Ho Hur, a pioneer in Korea’s early internet economy and former Chairperson of the Korea Internet Association. Their team combines operational history, deep networks, and investment acumen to identify and nurture promising ventures. In October 2024, Han River Partners launched a $100 million venture fund aimed at building stronger bridges between Silicon Valley and the Korea Graph, focusing on AI and consumer sectors within the Korea Graph. This fund seeks to back startups that are poised to be category-defining leaders in these fields, with aspirations to create global-scale and impact. The firm supports its portfolio companies by leveraging deep connections and opportunities both in Silicon Valley and throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Through its strategic focus and experienced leadership, Han River Partners continues to play a significant role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within the Korea Graph, contributing to the growth and success of its portfolio companies on a global scale.