About Kalo Catalyst
At the heart of Kalo Catalyst's work is a commitment to nourishing the connections that drive positive, sustainable change. Though our focus is global, we have strong roots in the United States and Southeast Asia — two regions uniquely positioned to address pressing global health and environmental challenges. At Kalo Catalyst, we focus on building thoughtful connections between investors, founders, and families working toward meaningful, lasting outcomes.
Rooted in Resilience: The Story of Kalo
Kalo Catalyst draws its name and inspiration from the kalo (taro) plant — a symbol of endurance, nourishment, and interconnectedness. In Hawaiian culture, mālama ‘āina embodies the responsibility to care for the land and community that sustain us — a principle that mirrors the firm’s belief in stewardship, continuity, and thoughtful growth.
The company’s founding was shaped by a personal story of return and renewal. It traces back to a family journey spanning Southeast Asia, China, and Hawai‘i — one marked by migration, rebuilding, and resilience through generations. From those roots grew a conviction that capital, like kalo, can be cultivated to sustain life and strengthen connection.
Kalo Catalyst exists to explore that idea: bridging family enterprise, sustainability, and impact — and building relationships that align purpose with possibility across Asia and beyond.
