LvlUp Ventures

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LvlUp Ventures invests in and supports top startups across every stage to create category-defining companies. They are a global early-stage venture firm backing high-potential founders across every industry with a tech-agnostic, traction-driven approach focused on supporting founders moving fast.

Check Size

$10K - $250K

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Growth

Focus Areas

Enterprise Saas, Vertical Saas, Consumer

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Investment Thesis

LvlUp Ventures operates as a next-generation venture firm dedicated to backing high-potential founders across every stage through a comprehensive ecosystem approach. Their philosophy centers on combining capital with hands-on operational support and a broad network of corporate partners to help startups scale faster and smarter. They emphasize that ‘everything we do at LvlUp is interconnected,’ delivering unprecedented value through a proprietary network of thousands of investors, 1,000+ exclusive partnerships, and bespoke accelerator programs.

What Sets Them Apart

Industry-agnostic investment approach across all sectors
Proprietary ecosystem with 1,000+ exclusive pilot, CVC, and M&A partnerships with iconic companies
Access to 600,000+ merchants through SHOPLINE partnership for e-commerce portfolio companies
Multi-stage investment strategy from pre-seed to Series A+ with tailored funds for different business models
Non-dilutive financing options (Accel Funds) for CPG and B2B SaaS alongside traditional venture capital
Extensive support infrastructure: 50+ annual programming sessions, $1M+ in perks, LvlUp Labs community access
2,000+ person global network of core and extended team members plus Venture Scouts
Specialized funds addressing specific markets (CPG, B2B SaaS, E-Commerce, Tech-agnostic Seed)
NextUp accelerator program with hands-on support from pre-seed to 9-figure companies
1,000+ company LvlUp Innovation Alliance for enterprise partnerships and government connections