K5 Global is a venture capital firm and incubation studio founded in 2018 by Michael Kives and Bryan Baum. The firm is dedicated to supporting founders throughout the entire business lifecycle, from inception to IPO. With a mission to back category-defining companies, K5 Global has deployed over $1 billion in capital across various funding stages.

The firm focuses on helping innovative companies expand their networks and strategically positions them to achieve their growth targets. K5 Global's diverse portfolio includes notable investments in groundbreaking companies such as SpaceX, Relativity Space, xAI, GDS, Koloma, The Boring Company, Firebolt, SumUp, Grafana Labs, Lightning AI, Anduril, and Product Science. These investments reflect K5 Global's commitment to fostering innovation across various sectors.

In addition to investing, K5 Global has launched several companies, demonstrating their hands-on approach to incubation. Notable examples include 818 Tequila, an award-winning, hand-crafted tequila brand produced using traditional methods in Jalisco, Mexico, and Sprinter, a bold and juicy ready-to-drink vodka soda made with real fruit juice, premium vodka, and sparkling water. Geographically, K5 Global is based in Los Angeles, California, and primarily invests within the United States.

The firm functions as a venture capital firm and incubator, connecting influencers and celebrities to entrepreneurs and brands, and incubating global business opportunities with A-list talent. Their investment size typically ranges from $500,000 to $3 million, focusing on sectors such as Web3/Crypto, communications and information technology, business services, and life sciences & healthcare.