Kalos

Kalos Ventures is an early-stage venture capital fund based in New York that leads investments in technology companies founded by purpose-driven entrepreneurs. The firm focuses on three key sectors: workforce transformation, education and lifelong learning, and care sector innovations, identifying market opportunities driven by technological advancement and demographic pressures. Kalos has raised $53 million in funding to support its concentrated portfolio strategy, which includes active involvement with its portfolio companies. Notable investments include Manifest, an AI-native platform providing personalized support to small business entrepreneurs. The firm's leadership includes Managing Director Ashley Bittner and co-founder David, who previously founded Degreed and Learn In. Kalos Ventures was founded in 2024 by Ashley Bittner and David. Its business model centers on early-stage venture capital investor that takes lead positions in concentrated portfolios while maintaining active involvement with portfolio companies.