Koch Disruptive Technologies

Organization

The venture capital and innovation arm of Koch Industries led by Chase Koch.


First Mentioned

5/19/2026, 5:11:03 AM

Last Updated

5/19/2026, 5:22:01 AM

Research Retrieved

5/19/2026, 5:22:01 AM

Summary

Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT) is the venture capital and growth equity investment arm of Koch Industries, founded in November 2017 by Chase Koch. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, the firm invests the Koch family's capital into transformative technology companies across sectors such as healthcare, energy, software, and manufacturing. KDT operates under the philosophy of "Permissionless Innovation" and "Creative Destruction," utilizing an internal ecosystem known as Koch Labs to provide portfolio companies with access to Koch Industries' global resources, expertise, and testing environments. Chase Koch established the firm after recognizing his own operational limitations while managing Koch Fertilizer, pivoting to create a specialized vehicle for disruptive investment. As of mid-2024, KDT manages approximately $5 billion in assets and has deployed over $4 billion across more than 70 companies.

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Extracted Attributes
  • Founded

    2017-11-01

  • Founder

    Chase Koch

  • Headquarters

    Wichita, Kansas, United States

  • Portfolio Size

    70+ companies

  • Core Philosophy

    Permissionless Innovation and Creative Destruction

  • Investment Focus

    Software, manufacturing, energy, healthcare, and financial services

  • Parent Organization

    Koch Industries

  • Total Capital Invested

    Over $4 billion

  • Assets Under Management

    $5 billion (as of 2024-06-30)

Timeline
  • Koch Disruptive Technologies is founded and commences operations under the leadership of Chase Koch. (Source: Wikidata)

    2017-11-01

  • KDT leads its first major investment, a $150 million Series E funding round for medical device company Insightec. (Source: Web search results)

    2017-11-01

  • KDT reports reaching $5 billion in Assets Under Management with a portfolio of over 70 companies. (Source: Web search results)

    2024-06-30

Chase Koch

Charles Chase Koch ( KOHK; born June 15, 1977), is an American businessman and the son of Charles Koch, the co-owner, CEO, and chairman of Koch Industries. Koch directs the venture capital company Koch Disruptive Technologies, and is a leading figure in Koch Industries and the family's philanthropic activities.

Web Search Results
  • Koch Disruptive Technologies | PipelineRoad

    What is Koch Disruptive Technologies? Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT) is the venture and growth equity investment arm of Koch Industries, one of the largest privately held companies in the world. KDT invests in companies developing transformative technologies across sectors including software, manufacturing, energy, healthcare, and financial services. How large is Koch Industries? Koch Industries generates approximately $130 billion in annual revenue and operates across refining, chemicals, fertilizers, paper products, and technology. The company is owned by Charles Koch and the estate of the late David Koch, making the Koch family among the wealthiest in the world. What types of companies does Koch Disruptive Technologies invest in? [...] www.kochdisruptivetechnologies.com ↗ Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT) is the principal venture and growth equity arm of Koch Industries, one of the largest privately held companies in the world. KDT invests the Koch family’s capital in companies that are applying technology to transform large, established industries. The firm is headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, with investment professionals based across the United States. ## Investment Strategy [...] Platform Pricing Solutions Fund Managers LPs & Family Offices Startups Search Funds Use Cases Investor Outreach Capital Raising Fund Marketing LP Database Resources Insights & Research News New Glossary Calculators & Tools LP Directory Event Directory Compare vs Affinity vs Dynamo vs DealCloud Join Waitlist Family Office # Koch Disruptive Technologies Koch Disruptive Technologies is the venture and growth equity arm of Koch Industries, investing the Koch family's capital in transformative technology companies across multiple sectors. Assets Under Management $5B As of 2024-06-30 Alternatives Allocation 45% of total portfolio Headquarters Wichita, KS, United States Asset Classes Private EquityVenture CapitalReal EstatePublic EquitiesInfrastructure

  • weavix® Raises $10M Series A from Koch Technologies

    About Koch Disruptive Technologies Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT) is a unique investment firm, partnering with principled entrepreneurs who are building transformative companies. KDT provides a flexible, multi-stage investment approach. KDT works with companies that can help Koch transform its capabilities, disrupt existing businesses or expand into new platforms. KDT is a subsidiary of Koch Industries, one of the largest privately held companies in the world, with annual revenues that exceed $125 billion and presence in over 70 countries. KDT helps its partners unlock their full potential by bringing Koch’s full capabilities and network to them, structuring unique capital solutions and embracing a long-term, mutual benefit mindset. For more information, visit [...] WICHITA, Kan. – Positioned as a leader in digital transformation across industries, weavix™ today announced a $10 million Series A funding round from Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT), the growth and venture arm of Koch Industries, Inc., a fellow Wichita company. This investment will be used to accelerate the growth of the company’s communication, safety and productivity platform, along with further developments of its walt™ smart radio.

  • Koch Disruptive Technologies — VC Fund Profile | Waveup Copilot

    Koch Disruptive Technologies is an investment firm that partners with entrepreneurs building transformative companies across various industries. Established as a subsidiary of Koch Industries, KDT aims to drive societal and economic impact by investing in high-growth potential businesses that are aligned with Koch's long-term vision and values. [...] KDT provides its portfolio companies with more than just capital. Through Koch Labs®, they offer access to a vast network of resources, expertise, and capabilities across Koch Industries’ global ecosystem, which includes over 120,000 employees in 60+ countries. This network helps accelerate growth and enhances the value of their portfolio companies. Notable investments by KDT include SHINE, a nuclear technology company; Deepcell, which focuses on AI-powered single-cell analysis; and Via, a transit-tech startup. The firm is led by Chase Koch and a team of experienced professionals dedicated to supporting disruptive innovation. [...] KDT's investment strategy is centered around the concept of "creative destruction," promoting continuous improvement and innovation even at the expense of existing business models. The firm is stage-agnostic, investing in companies at various stages of their life cycle, from seed to late-stage growth. Key sectors of focus include healthcare, supply chain and manufacturing, cybersecurity, semiconductors, connectivity, fintech, enterprise software, and energy transformation.

  • Koch Disruptive Technologies to lead $150 million investment of Insightec - Insightec

    About Koch Disruptive Technologies Founded in November 2017 upon the spirit of transformation, Koch Disruptive Technologies originates and invests in promising entrepreneurs and technologies across industries to improve Koch’s existing businesses and create new opportunities. Learn more: About Insightec Insightec is the world leader and innovator of MR-guided Focused Ultrasound. The company’s non-invasive therapy platforms, Exablate and Exablate Neuro, are proven technology based on sound clinical evidence for treating essential tremor, painful bone metastases and uterine fibroids. The company is dedicated to improving patient lives by collaborating with physicians, medical institutions, academic researchers and regulatory bodies around the world. [...] # Koch Disruptive Technologies to lead $150 million investment of Insightec Koch Disruptive Technologies, a subsidiary of Koch Industries focused on finding and funding innovative and emerging companies, is the lead investor in a $150 million Series E funding round for Insightec, a commercial-stage medical device company revolutionizing surgery with MRI-guided focused ultrasound. WICHITA, Kan.; HAIFA, Israel – Koch Disruptive Technologies, a subsidiary of Koch Industries focused on finding and funding innovative and emerging companies, is the lead investor in a $150 million Series E funding round for Insightec, a commercial-stage medical device company revolutionizing surgery with MRI-guided focused ultrasound. [...] The investment, announced Thursday, will allow the company to further commercialize its approved indications, as well as continue research in areas such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and brain tumors, using the company’s breakthrough technology to deliver treatment in a non-invasive way. It is also the first investment for Koch Disruptive Technologies since the business group, led by KDT President Chase Koch, commenced operations in November.

  • KDT - Portfolio

    # Empowering Entrepreneurs Koch Disruptive Technologies is a growth accelerator for portfolio companies looking to innovate, scale, and get results. ## Partnerships Built on Trust, Integrity & Mutual Benefit KDT continuously works with its investors and portfolio companies to drive better results for everyone by providing access to flexible capital solutions, Koch Labs®, and a global partner community. Portfolio Companies Value Creation Our Partners ## Portfolio Companies We've invested over $4 billion across a portfolio of more than 70 venture and growth stage companies. We partner with entrepreneurs to accelerate customer acquisition, facilitate subsequent funding rounds, and guide companies toward successful outcomes from strategic exits to IPOs.