Kevin Lockett

Partner

2016 - Current

Fulcrum Global Capital invests in disruptive companies that address the challenges facing global food and health systems as a result of explosive population growth and evolving demographics and markets. The Venture Capital Fund will invest in innovative technologies in animal health, agriculture, and healthcare IT industry sectors in the US Midwest and across the globe.

Board Member

2018

Board Member

2020

Board Member

2017

Board Member

2016

Board Member

2016

Board Observer

2019

Board Observer

2019

Class 21

2016

The Kauffman Fellowship is a highly sought-after two-year program dedicated exclusively to the world of innovation investing. While working full-time at an investment organization, a class of 30-40 Fellows receive a structured curriculum with an individual development plan, facilitated mentoring, and peer learning and networking – all with a focus on giving back and on one’s responsibility as an emerging leader in the industry. Graduating Fellows join a lifelong, global professional network. Kauffman Fellows celebrated their 15th anniversary in 2012. As of 2013, Kauffman Fellows have collectively made $6 billion in venture capital investments, sparking growth in hundreds of new enterprises, $15 billion in annually recurring revenues, and the creation of 50,000 jobs.

Chief Operations Officer & Chief Financial Officer

2013 - 2016

Chief Operations Officer & Chief Financial Officer of an organization established by the state legislature in 2004 to help grow the bioscience sector into a pillar of the Kansas economy. The KBA invests in the bioscience sectors in which Kansas has established leadership and expertise: Animal Health, Human Health, Ag and Bio-based products, and Bioenergy. The KBA has recently implemented a strategic shift to a market-based, sustainable financial model through investment strategy with matching private capital invested in the state. I am responsible for the establishment, implementation, and monitoring of the financial, accounting, and related information systems. I also monitor the income and investment management policies and work closely with investment managers retained by the KBA. Responsibilities also include annual audit, financial statements, third party financial relationships, and strategic planning. Responsibilities also include the management of all aspects of human resources, information technology, and legal.