Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
United States
Countries of investment
- USA
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- AI
- Marketplaces
- Fintech
- Consumer Services
About
Lakestar is a European venture capital firm investing in digital and technology entrepreneurs globally, focusing on scalable business models. They fund disruptive tech businesses in Europe and beyond, managing over €2.8bn across four funds.
Lakestar is a European venture capital firm investing in digital and technology entrepreneurs globally, focusing on scalable business models. They fund disruptive tech businesses in Europe and beyond, managing over €2.8bn across four funds.
Investment Thesis
Lakestar partners with visionary entrepreneurs who see the world differently, have ingenious ideas and create remarkable businesses. Their mission is to find and fund such entrepreneurs, enabling the ideas and the companies capable of shaping global modern life. They also focus on sustainability and ESG principles to spread and optimize the potential for a sustainable future for everyone.
Manager's Experience
With a robust track record in venture capital, this fund manager has executed over 100 investments across Europe and North America. Their strategic approach emphasizes operator-first principles, targeting early to growth-stage companies in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and fintech. The manager has facilitated notable exits, showcasing a keen ability to identify high-potential opportunities. Their data-driven methodology supports a thematic investment style that aligns with emerging market trends.
Team
Stephen Nundy
Semra Deniz
Oliver Heimes
Nicolas Brand
Mathias Haniel
Mark Schmitz
Claus Trenner
Christoph Schuh