Jon Coker

Jon Coker is a seasoned venture investor with a strong focus on impactful consumer technology. He co-founded Eka Ventures in 2018 with a mission to back early-stage companies driving systemic change in consumer health and sustainable consumption, aiming for both shareholder value and societal return. His investment philosophy centers on identifying mutually reinforcing wins where better outcomes lead to better economics, more accessibility leads to more revenue, and less waste leads to more margin. ekavc+2

Prior to establishing Eka Ventures, Jon spent 11 years at MMC Ventures, rising to Co-Managing Partner and Head of the Investment team. In this role, he led investments in 14 companies, including notable successes like Interactive Investor, Gousto, and Bloom & Wild. His long tenure in generalist venture capital provided him with deep experience in assessing founders and identifying high-growth potential. ekavc+2

With an academic background in Engineering Science from the University of Oxford, technology has been a constant thread throughout Jon's education and career. This technical foundation underpins his belief in the power of information technology to transform archaic business systems for the benefit of humanity and the environment. ekavc+2