Vincent Ko is the Founder and Executive Director of KidneyFuture (formerly the CAKUT Foundation), a patient-powered organization uniting families, clinicians, researchers and industry to build a brighter future for children born with kidney disease. Inspired by his daughter’s journey with congenital kidney disease (CAKUT) and his mother’s diabetic kidney disease, Vincent brings a caregiver’s perspective from both ends of the spectrum, from pediatric to adult care. He believes that patients and families can play a critical role in supporting innovation across kidney health, from pediatrics and rare diseases to dialysis and post-transplant care. A former entrepreneur, Vincent founded and led two mission-driven companies: VEVA, an air quality technology company, and Panda, a sustainable eyewear brand, before dedicating himself fully to advancing kidney innovation and patient advocacy. He also serves as a youth mentor, startup advisor and nonprofit board member. Vincent holds a degree in Business Administration from Georgetown University.