Lightbank
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2010
AUM
$380 M
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$5-10 m
Investment Ticket
3-5 years
Investment Horizon
Seed
Investment Stage
Sale to strategic investor,
IPO
Exit Strategy
Investor profile last updated: 27 July, 2026
Profile
Lightbank fills a void in the market for emerging entrepreneurs. We are not scared to be contrarian and empower the underdog. Lightbank invests with conviction and makes a difference for our entrepreneurs. We earn our returns. We work with founders who take BIG SWINGS and HUSTLE, in industries ripe for innovation. By leveraging our DEEP NETWORKS and ACTIVELY ENGAGING with our entrepreneurs, we accelerate our companies with more than capital.
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Lightbank Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lightbank Fund
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Financial Services
Fintech
Healthcare Services
Marketing and Advertising
Media and Entertainment
SaaS
Security
Software
HealthTech
|
Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$200 M
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March 2010
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Lightbank II, L.P.
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Financial Services
Fintech
Healthcare Services
Media and Entertainment
SaaS
Security
Software
Transportation
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Pre-seed
Seed
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North America
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$5-10 m
|
$180 M
|
February 2021
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FAQs about Lightbank
Where is Lightbank located?
Lightbank is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
When was Lightbank founded?
Lightbank was founded in 2010.
What sectors and industries does Lightbank invest in?
Lightbank invests in companies and startups in Edtech, Internet and Web Services, Mobile/Apps, Software, Financial Services, Fintech, Healthcare Services, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, SaaS, Security, HealthTech, Transportation.
What is Lightbank geographical focus of investments?
Lightbank invests in companies and startups in North America.
At what stages of companies and startups does Lightbank typically invest in?
Lightbank invests in companies and startups at Seed.
What is the usual amount of Lightbank investment?
Lightbank usually invests $5-10 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Lightbank?
Lightbank has around $380m assets under management.
When was Lightbank last fund created?
Lightbank last fund was created/launched in 2021-02-23