KB Partners
Highland Park, Illinoiskbpartners.com
Overview
KB Partners is a suburban Chicago based investment firm focused on early stage venture capital investments at the intersection of sports and technology. They help build dominant new enterprises by working in partnership with talented entrepreneurs and experienced managers.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| SportIQ | Feb 2026 | Series A | Lead |
| The Realest | Jan 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| International Dance League | Nov 2025 | Seed | Co-investor |
| 3ICE | Jul 2025 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| nVenue | Mar 2025 | Series A | Lead |
Key People
Keith Bank
CEO Founder
Lance Dietz
Partner
Steve Ahern
Partner
Matt Howard
Principal
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.