KB Partners

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.

Year Founded

1996

Portfolio Companies

20

Investments

CompanyDateStageLead
SportIQFeb 2026Series ALead
The RealestJan 2026Series ACo-investor
International Dance LeagueNov 2025SeedCo-investor
3ICEJul 2025VC RoundCo-investor
nVenueMar 2025Series ALead

Key People

Keith Bank

CEO Founder

Lance Dietz

Partner

Steve Ahern

Partner

Matt Howard

Principal

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersHighland Park, Illinois
Year Founded1996

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