Kara Rieben

Active Investor

Payments Strategy and M&A at Discover

Los Altos, California

Kara Rieben, Payments Strategy and M&A at Discover is an active investor based in Los Altos, California. This profile covers what Kara Rieben backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.

Investor type: Angel
Stages: Pre SeedSeed
Invests in: FintechPaymentsLending & CreditSaaS & EnterpriseConsumer & RetailE-commerce & D2CDeveloper Tools & DataCybersecurity
Location: Los Altos, California
Typical check: $150K
Past investments: 7

Notable investments

VindiciaBreakaway LabsAssetaNiumPayoneerSoundFocusJumio Corporation

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What does Kara Rieben invest in?

Kara Rieben invests in Fintech, Payments, Lending & Credit and SaaS & Enterprise, typically at Pre Seed and Seed. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.