Kurt Becker
Kurt Becker | |
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 Becker in 2025 | |
| Born | Germany |
| Alma mater | University of Southern California (MBA) |
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| Years active | 1990s–present |
| Known for | Import/Export entrepreneurship; Angel investing |
| Children | 2 daughters |
| Relatives | 5 grandchildren |
Kurt Becker (born 11-11-1952) is a German-American investor, executive, and former entrepreneur. He is the Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Goldmanshire Inc., and an active angel investor with a portfolio of more than 65 companies globally. Becker collaborates with angel syndicates to fund high-potential startups and early-stage projects.
Born in Germany, Becker immigrated to the United States as a child and achieved his first major financial success in the 1990s as a millionaire founder in the import/export sector. He holds an MBA from the University of Southern California.
Early life and education
[edit]Kurt Becker was born in Germany. At age 11, he moved with his family to California, USA. He later attended the University of Southern California (USC), where he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Career
[edit]K&B Express and Import/Export (1990s)
[edit]In the 1990s, Becker founded K&B Express, an import/export company based in California. Under his leadership, the company achieved significant profitability, resulting in Becker becoming a millionaire during this decade.[1]
Goldmanshire Inc. and Angel Investing (2000s–present)
[edit]In 2001, Becker relocated to North Carolina. He subsequently joined Goldmanshire Inc., where he currently serves as Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer.[2]
As an angel investor, Becker has personally funded more than 65 companies globally. His investment strategy focuses on high-potential startups and early-stage projects. He frequently operates within angel investor syndicates to pool capital and expertise for portfolio companies.[3] https://www.chicagotribune.com/2005/11/28/kurt-becker/
Personal life
[edit]Becker has resided in North Carolina since 2001. He has two daughters, born approximately 1986 and 1993, and five grandchildren.[4]
References
[edit]https://www.ft.com/content/2199190a-b288-11e0-8784-00144feabdc0