Loading

aVenture is in Alpha: During this preview period, you should expect the research data to be limited and may not yet meet our exacting standards. We've made the decision to provide early access to our data to showcase the product as we build, but you should not yet rely upon it alone for your investment decisions.

aVenture is in Alpha: During this preview period, you should expect the research data to be limited and may not yet meet our exacting standards. We've made the decision to provide early access to our data to showcase the product as we build, but you should not yet rely upon it alone for your investment decisions.

Get in touch

Contact
Request a demo
Request data updates
Add a company

Research

Companies
Investors
People

aVenture

Sitemap
Feature requests

Member

Backed by

© aVenture Investment Company, 2026. All rights reserved.

San Francisco, CA, USA

aVenture Investment Company ("aVenture") is an independent research platform providing detailed analysis and data on startups, venture capital investments, and key industry individuals. It is not a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, or investment advisor and does not provide investment advice or recommendations. The data provided by aVenture does not constitute recommendations or advice, whether by methodology, analysis, AI-generated content, or a statement written by a staff member of aVenture.

aVenture is not affiliated with any of the people, companies, organizations, government agencies, regulatory bodies, or investment funds we provide coverage for on this site unless explicitly stated otherwise. Users assume full responsibility for decisions made based on information obtained from this platform. Links to external websites do not imply endorsement or affiliation with aVenture. Any links that provide the ability to invest in a primary or secondary transaction in a company are for convenience only and do not constitute solicitations or offers to buy or sell an investment. Investors should exercise heightened precaution and due diligence when investing in private companies, especially those not independently audited.

While we strive to provide valuable insights with objectivity and professional diligence, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided on our platform. Before making any investment decisions, you should verify the accuracy of all pertinent details for your decision. To the fullest extent permitted by law, aVenture shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or financial damages arising from use of this site, whether by consumers of its contents directly or by persons or organizations covered by our research, even if we are advised of the possibility. Our best-efforts processes and correction request forms do not create a warranty or duty of care.

Profiles on this platform may include content generated in part by large language models (LLMs, artificial intelligence) that aggregate publicly available sources (e.g., SEC EDGAR, public filings, press releases). Source attribution is provided where known; always verify statements and claims here against original sources before relying on any data. Content on our site may contain inaccuracies, omissions, or what are commonly called 'hallucinations' if generated in part or in full by AI / LLMs. The risk can also exist even when content is written by a human, as internal and third-party sources may also have inaccuracies for the same or different reasons. While we randomly audit a proportion of content, this is not exhaustive.

We recommend that an independent auditor be hired to verify the accuracy of the information before relying on it for any sensitive decisions. By accessing this platform, you agree not to rely solely on any information generated by AI, aggregated, or sourced or written otherwise on this site, for investment, financial, or other decisions. aVenture assumes no responsibility for inaccuracies, omissions, or hallucinations. You must independently verify all data from primary sources. Use of this platform constitutes your waiver of claims for reliance-based damages, including negligent misrepresentation. To report an error, request a correction, or dispute information about a company or individual, contact us via our request data updates form.

Loading homepage

Loading

Loading

Karen Katz

AddedFeb 20, 2024

UpdatedJun 28, 2026

Karen Katz

Karen Katz

Board Member, b8ta

Crunchbase LinkedIn

Karen Katz's Career

b8ta

San Francisco, CA, US

Board Member· Board

TheRealReal

San Francisco, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Under Armour

Baltimore, MD, US

Board Member· Board

Humana

Louisville, KY, US

Board Member· Board

Rokt

New York City, NY, US

Board Member· Board

Neiman Marcus Group

Neiman Marcus Group

Dallas, TX, US

Board Member· Board

Create your profile now and gain access to exclusive deals and high-potential startups.

aVenture product preview

aVenture product preview

aVenture product preview

Karen Katz's Career

b8ta

Series C$88.5M1752015San Francisco, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Leadership at b8ta

Vibhu NorbyCo-Founder & CEO

Phillip RaubCo-Founder

William MintunCo-Founder

Similar to b8ta

Branch8Kowloon Bay, Kwun Tong, HKeCommerce Platformest. 2015Branch8Kowloon Bay, Kwun Tong, HK · est. 2015

Branch8: One-stop e-commerce platform for seamless product listing and management.

Angel · $120k15

B-Stock SolutionsRedwood City, CA, USInventory Managementest. 2008B-Stock SolutionsRedwood City, CA, US · est. 2008

B-Stock Solutions: Streamlining liquidation sales via a network of retailers and manufacturers in the US.

Private Equity · $73.2M243

bttnSeattle, WA, USMedical Suppliesest. 2021bttnSeattle, WA, US · est. 2021

bttn: Your go-to e-commerce platform for diverse medical supplies, leveraging data for informed purchases.

Series A · $26.5M62

Beyond MainSummit, NJ, USEcommerce, Retailest. 2018Beyond MainSummit, NJ, US · est. 2018

Beyond Main: Enhancing local retail through efficient, customer-focused shopping solutions.

TheRealReal

Public$356.9M3.2k2011San Francisco, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Leadership at TheRealReal

Julie WainwrightFounder

Maha IbrahimBoard Member

Jim MillerBoard Member

Michael KuminBoard Member

Rob KrolikBoard Member

Under Armour

Public$100M15k1996Baltimore, MD, US

Board Member· Board

Leadership at Under Armour

Mohamed El-ErianBoard Member

Stephanie LinnartzCEO

Kevin PlankBoard Member

Doug ColtharpBoard Member

Kevin PlankFounder

Jerri DeVardBoard Member

Similar to Under Armour

Foot LockerNew York City, NY, USFootwear, Sportswearest. 1974Foot LockerNew York City, NY, US · est. 1974

Foot Locker, Inc.: Global retailer of athletic footwear, sportswear, and equipment for all ages.

ReebokBoston, MA, USApparel, Footwearest. 1958ReebokBoston, MA, US · est. 1958

Reebok International Ltd., a global sports equipment company, designs and markets athletic apparel and accessories.

AdidasHerzogenaurach, Bavaria, DEFootwearest. 1949AdidasHerzogenaurach, Bavaria, DE · est. 1949

Adidas AG, a German multinational, manufactures and globally sells sports shoes, apparel, and golf equipment.

AthletaPetaluma, CA, USActivewear, Apparelest. 1998AthletaPetaluma, CA, US · est. 1998

Athleta, founded in 1998, offers stylish, high-performance athletic apparel for women, combining strength and beauty in every design.

Acquired Subsidiary · $150M

Humana

Public$4.6B67.1k1961Louisville, KY, US

Board Member· Board

Leadership at Humana

Wayne A.I. FrederickBoard Member

Jorge MesquitaBoard Member

John GarrattBoard Member

Marissa PetersonBoard Member

Frank D'AmelioBoard Member

Wendell CherryCo-Founder

Similar to Humana

HCA HealthcareNashville, TN, USHealthcare, Hospitalsest. 1968HCA HealthcareNashville, TN, US · est. 1968

HCA Healthcare: Providing comprehensive medical services, education, and resources across the US.

Public · $9.1M294k

CenteneSt. Louis, MO, USest. 1984CenteneSt. Louis, MO, US · est. 1984

Centene Corp: A global healthcare firm providing multi-line solutions, including Medicaid, Medicare, and nurse triage.

Oscar HealthNew York City, NY, USHealthcare Plans, Health Insuranceest. 2012Oscar HealthNew York City, NY, US · est. 2012

Oscar Health is a public health insurer and healthcare technology company offering health plans and +Oscar solutions.

Public · $1.6B2.3k

Cardinal HealthDublin, OH, USDistribution, Pharmaceuticalest. 1979Cardinal HealthDublin, OH, US · est. 1979

Cardinal Health, Inc.: A comprehensive healthcare service provider specializing in pharmaceutical distribution, manufacturing, and consulting.

Public · $78M48k

Rokt

Investment FirmInvestment Firm$487M3232012New York City, NY, US

Board Member· Board

Leadership at Rokt

Katie MayBoard Member

Ben VoltzFounder

Steve KrenzerBoard Member

Bruce BuchananBoard Member

Similar to Rokt

RocketFuel BlockchainLas Vegas, NV, USest. 2000RocketFuel BlockchainLas Vegas, NV, US · est. 2000

RocketFuel Blockchain, Inc.: A Nevada-based tech firm providing secure, automated e-commerce payment solutions.

Investment Firm21

LogiqNew York City, NY, USest. 2004LogiqNew York City, NY, US · est. 2004

Global e-commerce solutions provider, leveraging technology and insights for growth.

Investment Firm · $2M33

MovyloDanvers, MA, USest. 2009MovyloDanvers, MA, US · est. 2009

Movylo: Automated marketing and loyalty solutions for local businesses.

Investment Firm · $1.1M32

ThriveCartAustin, TX, USest. 2016ThriveCartAustin, TX, US · est. 2016

ThriveCart: A leading platform for shopping cart services, payment processing, and affiliate marketing.

Investment Firm · $35M31

Neiman Marcus Group

Neiman Marcus Group

Public$200M10k1907Dallas, TX, US

Board Member· Board

Leadership at Neiman Marcus Group

Meka Millstone-ShroffBoard Member

Geoffroy van RaemdonckBoard Member

Adam BrotmanBoard Member

DAVID BENJAMIN KAPLANBoard Member

Carrie Marcus NeimanCo-Founder

Shane FeeneyBoard Member

Karen Katz's Co-Investors

Alex RodriguezCo-invested · Storr Seed

Peter SachseCo-invested · Storr Seed

Elyse WalkerCo-invested · Storr Seed

Elyse WalkerCo-invested · Storr Seed

Karen Katz's Similar Executives & Operators

Soemantri BrodjonegoroBoard Member · Bukalapak

Jay Geoffrey WacherBoard Member · Bukalapak

Lau Eng BoonBoard Member · Bukalapak

Chi-hyung SongBoard Member · Dunamu

WILL WEI CHENGBoard Member · DiDi

Dhirubhai H. AmbaniBoard Member · Reliance Retail

JaeHong ChoiBoard Member · Kakao

Mason YeoBoard Member · Kakao

People Similar to Karen Katz

Marcy KlevornBoard Member · Northern Trust

Jon KraftCEO · Mumo

Margo GeorgiadisBoard Member · AppLovin

Suzanne Nora JohnsonBoard Member · University of Southern California

Tully FriedmanBoard Member · FFL Partners

Robin L. WashingtonBoard Member · Alphabet