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KIP is an active manager which invests in small, unlisted technology companies and start-ups in the IT, semiconductor, high-end biotechnology, machinery, electronics and Internet-related sectors, primarily in Korea. They do not invest in sectors banned for investment by the Support for Small and Medium Enterprise Establishment Act.The firm seeks to invest in profitable companies with market growth potential, market size, alternative market opportunities, a qualified management team, barriers to entry, IP protection and financial stability. They also seek to acquire distressed companies requiring restructuring, aiming to improve their financial structure and stabilize the business.KIP typically invests in syndication, taking minority stakes in their investee companies and partnering with management to provide a range of support including finance and accounting, business planning and strategies, marketing strategies, IPO strategies and recruitment.The firm's CEO, investment team heads and risk management executive make the final investment decision. They generally exit their investments through IPOs or sales after IPO.

Creandum's private equity investment strategy targets early-stage technology-based firms primarily in Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark. They invest in firms with products and services already on the market as well as businesses that have just started. They also consider business models operating in high growth markets and backed by skillful entrepreneurs. Their investment can range from initially €200,000 up to €10 million over the firm's life-cycle.Creandum seeks firms that have an international perspective and potential for global development. They believe they have significant international experience such as transferring firms across geographies, recruiting international management teams, raising capital from worldwide sources, developing international sales channels and providing exit opportunities through international buyers.Creandum has invested in high technology areas such as communications, computer hardware, computer semiconductors, computer services, computer software, and electronics and telecommunications sectors.