Fount Investment Co., Ltd.

Fount Investment Co. , Ltd. is a South Korean firm specializing in tailored investment solutions that promote long-term, responsible investment strategies for individuals and institutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, Fount Investment Co.

, Ltd. focuses on providing investment management services. The company has engaged in five notable deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on August 19, 2021, where it raised KRW 40 billion in a Series C round co-led by Hana Financial Investment and NICE Investment Partners. The current valuation of the firm stands at KRW 249 billion.

The founder, Angela Sarmiento, has a history of entrepreneurial ventures, although details of previous companies are not specified. Fount specializes in providing investment solutions designed to facilitate long-term, responsible investing strategies for its clientele. The company's core product offerings include a suite of investment management services that emphasize a disciplined approach to asset allocation and risk management. These services are tailored for individual and institutional investors seeking to enhance their portfolio performance while aligning with sustainable investment criteria.

Fount's primary target market comprises high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and other institutional investors primarily located in North America and select regions in Asia. Fount generates revenue through a structured fee model associated with its investment management services. Transactions typically involve a percentage-based management fee calculated on assets under management (AUM), which aligns the company’s interests with those of its clients. In addition to management fees, Fount may also offer performance-based fees contingent upon achieving specific investment returns.

This fee structure is prevalent within the investment management industry, fostering a direct correlation between client success and company revenue. The firm's flagship services, which are designed to cater to a diverse range of investment strategies, ensure that clients receive tailored solutions, reinforcing Fount's commitment to a client-centric approach. In August 2021, Fount Investment Co. , Ltd.

raised KRW 40 billion in Series C funding, which will be utilized to enhance its machine learning-based platform development and to hire additional staff. The firm plans to expand its services into new markets, specifically targeting growth in North America and selected regions in Asia by the end of 2023. The investment from this funding round will support the development of upcoming products aimed at addressing evolving market demands.