Forerunner's Eurie Kim on Oura Investment

Oura's Journey in Challenging Tech Verticals

Establishing a thriving startup is inherently complex, yet the biotech and hardware sectors represent particularly formidable challenges within the technology landscape. Despite these difficulties, Oura is successfully navigating these hurdles.

The company’s health and fitness tracking ring has been instrumental in several research initiatives concerning COVID-19. Furthermore, athletes in the NBA and WNBA have utilized Oura to proactively mitigate outbreaks within their respective leagues.

Securing Investment and Upcoming Appearance

Demonstrating investor confidence, Oura has secured approximately $50 million in funding from firms including Lifeline Ventures, Bold Capital Partners, and Forerunner.

Consequently, we are pleased to announce that Eurie Kim of Forerunner and Oura CEO Harpreet Rai will be featured in an upcoming episode of Extra Crunch Live.

Introducing Eurie Kim

Eurie Kim brings a wealth of experience as a former entrepreneur, having joined Forerunner in 2012. She currently serves on the boards of numerous companies, including The Farmer’s Dog, Curology, Attabotics, Oura Ring, Eclipse, and Juni.

Her contributions were recognized in 2020 with a place on the Midas Brink List.

Harpreet Rai's Leadership at Oura

Harpreet Rai currently leads Oura as its CEO, overseeing a team exceeding 150 professionals. Prior to his role at Oura, Rai spent nine years as a portfolio manager with Eminence Capital.

Discussion Topics on Extra Crunch Live

During the Extra Crunch Live session, Kim and Rai will discuss the specifics of Oura’s $28 million Series B funding round. They will also explain the rationale behind Kim’s investment decision in the startup.

The conversation will extend to providing actionable guidance for founders seeking funding and strategies for business expansion.