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Lightspeed Venture Partners

California Founded 2000 Website LinkedIn
Cheque Size$1M to $50M
Stages10
Industries47
Markets28
Stated Portfolio32
Operating Since2000 (26y)

About Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a global venture capital firm that invests in early to growth-stage technology companies across various sectors, including enterprise, fintech, consumer, and healthcare. With offices in the United States, China, India, Israel, Southeast Asia, and Europe, the firm manages over $40 billion in assets and has backed over 500 companies worldwide. The firm's investment strategy focuses on identifying and supporting category-defining companies at various stages of development, from seed to late-stage investments. Lightspeed has a strong track record in sectors such as gaming and interactive media, with notable investments in companies like Epic Games, Inworld AI, and Tripledot Studios. Additionally, Lightspeed has been involved in initiatives like the Emergence program, which supports managers from underrepresented communities in the venture capital industry. Lightspeed's approach combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to proactive portfolio management and exceptional founder support. The firm's global presence and diverse investment portfolio reflect its dedication to fostering innovation and growth across multiple technology sectors.

Geographical Focus

African markets1

Other stated markets27

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyJapanAustraliaEuropeSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceItalyDenmarkUnited Arab EmiratesSpainMexicoIndonesiaSouth KoreaSaudi ArabiaNetherlandsMalaysiaNew ZealandSwedenSoutheast AsiaIsraelNorway

Requirements

Strong founding teams, Innovative business models, Scalable growth potential, Global market reach, Technological differentiation, Clear path to profitability, Ability to disrupt existing markets, Commitment to long-term partnerships, Adaptability to market changes, Focus on customer acquisition and retention, Strong management team, Scalable business model, Innovative product or service, Competitive market positioning, Clear market differentiation, Ability to disrupt existing markets or create new ones, Strong founding team, Clear market opportunity, Potential for significant growth, High growth potential

Stated Portfolio32

Snap Inc.
Udaan
Groupon
AppDynamics
CATO Networks
Rubrik
Epic Games
The Honest Company
Nest
Snap
Mulesoft
Nutanix
Affirm
Guardant Health
Forty Seven
Navan
Mistral AI
ThoughtSpot
Ultima Genomics
Faire
Skild AI
Observo AI
Glean Technologies
Multiverse
Virtue AI
Stitch Fix
GrubHub
Netskope
ShareChat
Carta
Bird
AppLovin

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TypeVenture Capital
CityCalifornia
Founded2000
Minimum Cheque$1M
Maximum Cheque$50M