Kleiner Perkins
For five decades, Kleiner Perkins has partnered with intrepid founders to build iconic companies that made history. Today, Kleiner Perkins continues that legacy, investing in founders with bold ideas that span industries and continents, partnering with them from inception to IPO and beyond to maximize the potential of their ideas and make history a
Investment focus
Kleiner Perkins's portfolio on More Capital spans enterprise software, healthcare & biotech, artificial intelligence, fintech. The firm is based in Menlo Park, California, United States. Of the 46 portfolio companies tracked here, 34 have publicly reported valuations totaling approximately $161B.
If your company is backed by Kleiner Perkins
Employees at companies backed by Kleiner Perkins may encounter this fund's name on their cap table, in board communications, or in funding announcements. Understanding who invests in your employer can provide useful context when evaluating your equity.
What this means for your stock
Institutional investors like Kleiner Perkins typically hold preferred shares with rights that differ from the common stock or options held by employees. In a liquidity event, preferred shareholders may have liquidation preferences, anti-dilution protections, or board-level governance rights that affect the value of common equity. The specific terms depend on each company's funding agreements.
Secondary market considerations
Some venture-backed companies allow employees to sell shares on secondary markets, while others restrict transfers. Whether your company permits secondary sales, and under what conditions, is typically governed by the company's equity plan and any applicable right-of-first-refusal provisions — not by the fund itself. However, the presence of institutional investors can sometimes signal the maturity and governance structure of the company.
Kleiner Perkins portfolio companies
46 companies tracked on More Capital, sorted by reported valuation. 12 companies do not have a publicly reported valuation.
Top holdings by valuation
By sector
Enterprise Software (10)
EdTech (1)
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Industries invested in
Frequent co-investors
Funds that most frequently co-invest alongside Kleiner Perkins in the same companies.
Last verified: 2026-05-28
Portfolio data compiled from public filings, press releases, and industry databases. Valuations are reported figures and may not reflect current market conditions. Not investment advice. Consult a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.