About Kevin
Kevin currently splits his time investing in technology startups and building at basic intelligence (creators of digg.com), where he’s exploring early trend and impact detection across social networks along with technical minimalism to foster human connection.
As a media creator, Rose co-hosts The Random Show with Tim Ferriss, collaborating with his longtime friend and fellow entrepreneur.
Rose's entrepreneurial career began in 2004, leading to the creation of multiple startups including Digg, Revision3, Zero, Oak, and PROOF. His leadership experience extends to serving as CEO of HODINKEE, a premier watch media and e-commerce platform, and as a General Partner at Google Ventures, where he helped back companies like Nextdoor, Ripple, Blue Bottle Coffee, Uber, and Slack.
Previously, as an early angel investor, Rose has built a portfolio of industry-defining companies, earning recognition from Bloomberg as a "Top 25 Angel Investor." His investments include Twitter, Facebook, Zynga, Square, Medium, Wealthfront, Oura, Solana, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Magic Spoon.
Kevin currently serves on several notable boards, including Harlan Estate, The Way, and True Ventures (advisory board). Previously, board positions include Oura Ring and HODINKEE.
Professional Recognition Rose's work has garnered significant recognition, including:
Bloomberg's Top 25 Angel Investors
Forbes' Top 25 Web Celebrity
Time's Top 25 Most Influential People on the Web
MIT Top 35 Innovator Under 35
Five-time Webby Award winner
Kevin has been a guest on various media outlets, including ABC Nightline News, The Jimmy Fallon Show, the Charlie Rose Show, the Joe Rogan Show, and The Tim Ferriss Show. He has been featured on the covers of Businessweek, Inc. Magazine, RedHerring, BusinessPunk, and 7x7 Magazine.
Innovation Rose holds multiple social media and voting patents (7,831,928; 8,402,374; 8,452,777; 8,631,015; 8,566,725; and 8,572,492), which were later acquired by LinkedIn.
Outside of technology, Kevin spends his time as a dedicated Sanbo Zen practitioner and Japanese woodworking enthusiast.
