Kerem Ozmen is the Co-Founder and CEO of 8090 Industries. Kerem has 10 years of investment experience and has led 4 venture capital funds over his career. 8090 Industries focuses on investing in and accelerating breakthrough companies in the decarbonization, aerospace and defense, and deep tech spheres. The firm has partnered with over 20 of the largest industrial leaders in the world today and, together with its affiliates, has grown to over $200M AUM since 2020. 

Prior to 8090, Kerem was a Founding Partner and Managing Director for both Kairos K50 Fund I and K50 Fund II, where he sourced over 4,000 global opportunities and invested in leading seed-stage startups from around the world each year. The first K50 fund was showcased at the top of the World Trade Center with national media recognition from Inc Magazine, CBS, and others.