Karen Serem Waithaka

She is currently serving as the Chief Investment Officer at the Catalyst Fund.

With a remarkable 13-year career in managing venture capital funds and accelerators, particularly within the climate technology space, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to fostering innovation and sustainability.

Karen’s role at Catalyst Fund involves leading the end-to-end investment process, which includes sourcing, due diligence, and closing deals, as well as contributing to post-investment support of the portfolio.

She specializes in impact investing within the Private Equity and Venture Capital sector in Africa, showcasing her dedication to supporting startups in their nascent stages with a clear impact mandate.