TK Kong recently announced the conclusion of his time at Ramp after 5.5 years, following the sale of his startup, Venue. He joined Ramp in March 2020 as the 20th employee, focusing on design and product leadership. After 2.5 years, he founded Venue, a procurement automation company that received backing from Sequoia and was acquired by Ramp a year later. During his tenure, he helped develop Ramp’s procurement product, which has grown to serve thousands of customers and process billions in payment volume. Most recently, he contributed to Ramp's Applied AI team, launching products like Agent Fill and Ramp Sheets. Kong highlighted the importance of hiring in Ramp's success, noting that many early employees were referrals. He praised the company's co-founders, Eric and Karim, for their exceptional recruiting skills and their focus on building a strong team. Their commitment to engaging talent has been a key factor in Ramp's growth from a small startup to a $32 billion company. Kong expressed gratitude toward his colleagues and mentors, including Gene, who he referred to as his "Korean older brother," and others who provided valuable guidance in product and design. The post received a warm response from peers and colleagues, celebrating Kong's impact at Ramp and expressing excitement for his future endeavors. Many commenters acknowledged his role in attracting them to the company and praised his contributions. The overall sentiment reflects a deep respect for his work and an eagerness to see where he goes next.