Lightbank ^Investor

Lightbank is a venture capital firm with $700 million in assets under management. Founded by serial entrepreneur Eric Lefkofsky, the organization focuses on investing in early-stage companies in sectors such as SaaS, marketplaces, fintech, and consumer goods. They provide funding at the pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages, with initial checks ranging from $250,000 to $5 million. With a portfolio of over 150 companies, including Tempus, Udemy, and Fiverr, Lightbank has a track record of successful investments. The organization values qualities such as hustle, speed, integrity, teamwork, passion, and preparation in their approach to business.