The People Behind the Partnership

Two Friends.
One Calling.

We didn't set out to start a venture firm. We set out to do good work with people we trust — and somewhere along the way, realized that was the venture. To be a blessing.

Built on Friendship
Fueled by Purpose

"We multiply what's been
entrusted to us."

We're Chris and Kevin. We've spent our careers inside growing companies — leading teams, navigating transition, building systems, and owning the outcomes of critical decisions across finance, strategy, and operations.

Along the way, we saw the same pattern repeat itself: founders reach a point where they need strategic insight, structure, and operational discipline — but don't want to lose control of what they've built or compromise the values that shaped it. Many are also beginning to think about succession, leadership transition, or preparing the business for a future exit.

That's where we come in.

We seek to help owners strengthen their business, clarify their path forward, and prepare thoughtfully for what comes next — without surrendering control or compromising conviction. That is why we focus on minority investment and long-term partnership. Our aim is to be a blessing to the owners we work with — helping them achieve their vision and steward what they've built for the long term.

We're not consultants who hand you a report and leave. We're partners who show up, roll up our sleeves, and help you strengthen what you've built so it can reach its full potential.

Faith-Led
Every decision grounded in Christian stewardship and integrity
Relational First
Trust and alignment before structure or transactions
Skin in the Game
We invest time, capital, and care as true partners
Built to Bless
Financial returns are the result — not the driver

Meet the Team

Chris Kunnen, Managing Partner at Seven Circles Ventures
Chris Kunnen
Managing Partner
(515) 720-8001
Kevin Havert, Managing Partner at Seven Circles Ventures
Kevin Havert
Managing Partner
(616) 916-8219

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