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ACTIVE
Global HQ
Columbus, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Pre-Seed
  • Seed
  • Series A
Industries
  • Climate Tech
  • AI
  • Digital Health
  • Health Tech
About
Lightship Capital drives innovation and investment in the Midwest, supporting high-growth companies led by underrepresented founders with an alternative funding model that prioritizes founder support and sustainable growth.
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$100K
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$10M
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Investment Thesis

They invest in underrepresented founders across the MidWest and South building companies in AI/ML, Healthtech, CPG, Ecommerce, and Environmental Sustainability with existing revenue traction.
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With a robust background in venture capital, the fund manager has completed over 40 deals focusing on the technology and consumer sectors across North America and Europe. Their strategic approach emphasizes operator-first investments, seeking to back entrepreneurs with deep industry insights. Notable exits include several high-profile acquisitions, showcasing their ability to identify and nurture high-potential startups at the early to growth stages. This data-driven methodology ensures a thorough evaluation of market trends and opportunities, setting a solid foundation for long-term value creation.
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