Karlani Capital is a venture capital firm founded by Nooruddin "Rudy" Karsan, the former CEO of Kenexa, a technology-based human resource management company acquired by IBM. Established in 2014, Karlani Capital focuses on investing in and partnering with innovative startups that aim to improve lives through original, interesting, and useful ideas. The firm operates as an "operating fund," providing not only capital but also strategic guidance to help companies scale from early stages to significant valuations.

Their investment philosophy emphasizes integrity, the pursuit of opportunities, and the importance of enjoying the entrepreneurial journey. Karlani Capital has a diverse portfolio, with investments spanning sectors such as fintech, adtech, e-commerce, and enterprise software. They typically invest between $100,000 and $2 million in a round, focusing on companies with active users or sales.

The firm has a global investment approach, having invested in companies on every continent except Antarctica.