Leo Ahn

Leo Ahn is a dedicated venture capitalist focused on bridging Korean innovation with the U.S. market. As Country Director and Head of U.S. for LOTTE Ventures U.S., he was instrumental in establishing and growing their San Francisco office. His work involves leading seed to Series A investments, with a keen eye on entertainment, consumer-tech, data, and deep tech, actively participating in events to foster collaboration between Korean startups and Silicon Valley investors. lotteventures+2

With a strong background in investment and a BSc in Information Management from UCL, Leo brings a blend of technical understanding and business acumen to his roles. His career trajectory includes early-stage venture capital experience at Altos Ventures and a period as an Associate at East Gate Partners, LLC, building a foundation for his current leadership position in corporate venture capital. ac

Beyond his primary role at LOTTE Ventures, Leo actively contributes to the startup ecosystem as a Board Member for companies like 에디트콜렉티브 and 워프솔루션, and as an Angel Investor for 마인이스(차란). This demonstrates his commitment to nurturing and supporting new ventures, particularly those with a connection to the Korean market.