LvlUp Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on backing and accelerating top startups across every stage to create category-defining companies. We leverage our deep advantages in industry expertise, bottom-up investment approach, and expansive infrastructures to: (1) accelerate startups at the early-stage through a novel bespoke approach that has produced top-quartile companies, (2) directly invest in mature seed startups that have shown defining vision and early traction, and (3) opportunistically accelerate small cap to publicly traded startups with great intrinsic value & competitive advantages to unlock newfound growth. LvlUp has over 1,500 core and extended team members across every major startup hub globally and reviews thousands of startup funding and acceleration applications every year. LvlUp is one of the United States’ most recognized venture firms (Forbes, 2024), creating dozens of Fortune 500, institutional, and government startup programs and investment partnerships representing trillions of dollars in market value. Expanding the limits of the startup & venture capital since its founding, LvlUp Ventures is the first and only VC firm to have accelerated mid-market & publicly-traded companies, is the creator of the VC super application, and pioneered the bespoke acceleration model that scales over 50 companies with less than a 5% failure rate every year.
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We’re excited to share that SnowGo | MowGo has been accepted into the highly selective NextUp LvlUp Ventures Accelerator Program! This opportunity will help us scale, refine our strategies, and build key partnerships as we continue to disrupt the property maintenance industry. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q030JZ-80
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🚀 Exciting News from LvlUp Ventures! 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Xero, offering startups in our ecosystem an exclusive 6-month free subscription to Xero’s online accounting platform! The Xero Startup Program, powered by LvlUp Ventures, is designed to help startups streamline financial management, connect bank accounts, and access advisors with ease. 🎉 How It Works: 1️⃣ Apply: Submit your application through our Funding Application (Select the Xero Startup Program)! 2️⃣ Get Accepted: Receive acceptance into the program within 4 days. 3️⃣ Sign Up for Free: Enjoy 6 months of Xero for free! 4️⃣ Unlock Perks: Book a call with Adam Ned, Principal at LvlUp Ventures, to access additional perks. Why Xero? Effortless accounting, seamless financial management, and a head start on scaling your startup. 🌟 Interested in joining? Apply now and let’s get started 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/ee9zRHJE #LvlUpVentures #Xero #StartupGrowth #AccountingMadeSimple #Entrepreneurship #Accounting #VC #VentureCapital #Startups
🌟 Exciting News from Our Portfolio Company, Renavest! 🌟 At Renavest, the mission is clear: to transform how individuals and employees navigate their financial well-being. By connecting people with certified financial therapists, Renavest empowers healthier financial decisions, reduces stress, and builds long-term financial stability. 💪💰 Here’s what’s happening: Traction: In Q1 2025, Renavest will launch paid webinars led by financial therapists, educating employees on financial wellness and driving in-app bookings. With 20 prominent enterprise partners already onboard, the momentum is undeniable! Accelerator Milestones: Renavest recently joined the LvlUp Ventures Next Up Program and the Mentors+Angels Accelerator Program, gaining access to invaluable mentorship, resources, and networks to scale its impact. Take the first step toward financial healing and stability. Visit www.renavestapp.com today to connect with a financial therapist! 💼✨ #FinancialWellness #StartupSuccess #LvlUpVentures #Renavest #VC #LvlUp #VentureCapital #Startup #FinTech
🎉 What an incredible night at the LvlUp Ventures Annual Holiday Party! 🎉 We were thrilled to celebrate the holiday season with an amazing crowd of founders, investors, and scouts from our ecosystem. From the themed bar and gourmet food to the festive ugly sweaters, the energy was unmatched, and the connections made will surely spark exciting opportunities ahead! A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors—Withum, Rho, Shopline US, TriNet, Tequio Tequila Cocktails, LiveWire, Redbloom Health, bonbuz, All Phenoms, Hearthy Foods Inc., Waka Coffee and Tea, Boredroom, LLC (Bored & Thirsty), and Prima Pavé—who made the night even more special with their support and contributions. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate and make the night unforgettable! Swipe through for highlights from the event—we can’t wait to see you at the next one! #LvlUpVentures #HolidayParty #Networking #VentureCapital #Innovation #VC #Event #Startups
🚀 Calling All Founders! 🚀 Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? 🌟 With the LvlUp Ventures Super Application, one simple application connects you to an incredible network of 14+ funds and investment vehicles including: ✅ LvlUp Ventures ✅ Santa Barbara Venture Partners ✅ Greycroft ✅ Outlander VC ✅ Expert Dojo ✅ Musa Capital ✅ M13 Launchpad ✅ Acronym Venture Capital ✅ SuperCharger Ventures ✅ Brilliant Minds ✅ Pegasus Angel Accelerator ✅ NextUp Accelerator (Non-Cash Equity) ✅ L'Oréal ✅ Capchase (Non-Dilutive Financing) But that’s not all! 🚀 You’ll also gain access to 10+ startup programs with top corporate partners like Fidelity Private Shares, Google, Shopline US, Xero, PIPEDRIVE CRM, each tailored to your specific needs. 💰 Funding. Programs. Connections. All in one place. Apply now and take the first step toward supercharging your startup! 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/ee9zRHJE #LvlUpVentures #Startup #Funding #Founders #VentureCapital #StartupPrograms #Tech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #StartupSuccess #VC #Pitch #RaiseCapital #FundingJourney #Investor #Networking #StartupEcosystem #Investment
Join our Managing Partner Aaron Golbin as he speaks on the keynote “Funding the Next Generation of FinTech Solutions” Panel at Global FinTech Week.
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🌍 Join Us for Global FinTech Week: December 16-20, 2024! 🌟 Get ready to explore the future of Banking, Payment, FinTech, DeFi, and DeAI with top industry leaders and innovators. 1871 Global FinTech Week brings together cutting-edge discussions, actionable insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities. The Rise of DeFi and DeAI: Unlocking Value in the Web3 Ecosystem Moderator: Arry Y., Head of Strategy (US), Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) Council (GBBC) Speakers: Omar Moonis (Co-Founder, Story of Defi, Xiaochen Zhang (CEO, FinTech4Good) RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gNZf3mtA The Next Wave of Innovations: Exploring Trends and Regional Transformations Moderator: Xiaochen Zhang, CEO, FinTech4Good Angela Yore (Fin/Tech PR), CEO, SkyParlour Caitlin Nash, National Steering Committee Member: South Africa Startup Act, SA Startup Act Movement Fumin Yang, Director, Product Management, FINRA Rodney E. Hood, Board Member, Zest AI RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gkueFZGS Funding the Next Generation of Fintech Solutions Moderator: Xiaochen Z., CEO, FinTech4Good Speakers: Carey Ransom, Managing Director, BankTech Ventures Aaron Golbin, Managing Partner, LvlUp Ventures RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gU2Cntdj From Startup to Scale-Up: Using Partner Models to Grow Your FinTech Business Moderator: Xiaochen Zhang, CEO, FinTech4Good Alison R., Global Financial Services Partnerships and Alliances, Google Svetla Marinova, Global Cloud Alliances, Bloomberg Amy Fisher, FinTech and Crypto Partnerships, Plaid RSVP: https://lnkd.in/ggeJD_zY Bridging Traditional Finance with Tomorrow’s Innovations Moderator: Xiaochen Zhang, CEO, FinTech4Good Benjamin J., Real Time Payments - Strategy Product Director, J.P. Morgan Adam Hoehn, EVP, Head of Technology Banking Services, Forbright Bank RSVP: https://lnkd.in/g6aqfTQ6 Turning Insights into Action: Leveraging Customer Experience to Drive GTM Strategies Moderator: Xiaochen Zhang, CEO, FinTech4Good Artem Gordadze, Advisor, Axelar Network Dacia McPherson, GTM Strategy Senior Manager, Marqeta Dominique Gribot-Carroz, Managing Director, Global Head of Customer Experience, Moody's RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gsusTfEs Responsible AI Leaders Forum Arjun Ravi Kannan, Director, Data Science Research, Discover Seth Daluga, Director - Analytics & AI Solutions Engineering, Microsoft Marcin Wojtczak Private Family Office - Direct Investments Xiaochen Zhang, AI 2030 🌐 RSVP Now: https://lu.ma/9q9twcfw 📢 Apply to Join the Program: https://lnkd.in/g3vhWKNi This is a part of 1871 FinTech Innovation Lab program in collaboration with FinTech4Good. 🔗 Stay Connected: • LinkedIn Group: https://lnkd.in/e_CrPkc • AI 2030 Summit Series: https://www.ai2030.org/ • Join the Movement: https://lnkd.in/gN5PcC • Women in AI Leadership Nominations: https://lnkd.in/g_hMXgKw #GlobalFinTechWeek #DeFi #DeAI #FinTechInnovation #Web3 #ResponsibleAI #FinTechLeadership #AI2030 #1871 #fintech4good #payment #banking #ai #blockchain #
🎉 Attention Los Angeles Founders & Investors! 🎉 LvlUp Ventures warmly invites you to join us for our Annual Holiday Party on December 12, 2024, in El Segundo. This event is more than a celebration—it’s a vibrant opportunity to connect with founders, investors, and venture scouts while immersing yourself in the dynamic LvlUp Ventures community. Event Details 📅 Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM PST 📍 Location: El Segundo, Los Angeles, CA What to Expect: 🍹 Open Bar & Gourmet Bites: Enjoy festive drinks and a delicious spread of curated treats. 👕 Ugly Sweater Contest: Bring your holiday flair and compete to win exciting prizes. 🎁 Special Surprises: Delight in exclusive offerings from our valued partners: Withum, Rho, TriNet, Tequio Tequila Cocktails, LiveWire, Redbloom Health, bonbuz, Hearthy Foods Inc., Waka Coffee and Tea, Locals Only Vodka, All Phenoms, and Prima Pavé. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the season and expand your network in the heart of LA's thriving startup ecosystem. 🎟️ Register now to secure your spot! 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/eaHEvjKw #Networking #VC #Startup #LvlUpHolidayParty #LosAngelesEvents #Founders #Investors #VentureScouts #StartupCommunity #HolidayNetworking #LvlUpLabs #LAFounders #LATech #StartupEcosystem #UglySweaterContest #InvestorEvent #HolidayCelebration #VCCommunity #StartupLife
🌍 Meet Hostel Hop: Redefining Hostel Travel for the Next Generation! ✈️ Proud to spotlight Hostel Hop, one of our incredible NextUp portfolio companies, revolutionizing the way we experience hostel travel. With a rewards-driven platform that blends trusted recommendations, social sharing, and hassle-free booking, Hostel Hop is making travel safer and more affordable with over 8,000 downloads and 1,400 hostels onboard! The future of travel is here—ready to explore? 🌏 Check out hostelhop.io and start your adventure today! #NextUpPortfolio #LvlUpVentures #TravelMadeEasy #HostelHop #GenZTravel #StartupSpotlight #VC #VentureCapital #Startup
🚀 Exciting News! Introducing our newest portfolio company in NextUp: Major Labl Artist Club 🎶 Major Labl is revolutionizing the music industry by empowering independent musicians, managers, and indie labels with a one-stop platform to manage their music careers online. With Major Labl, artists can save time and money by accessing: ✅ Global music distribution ✅ Online shops and web pages ✅ CRM, payments, and analytics ✅ Multi-user accounts for seamless collaboration ✅ Automated split payments for streams, sales, and live gigs This disruptive new music startup combines cutting-edge technology with human service, ensuring artists have everything they need to thrive. Already part of Microsoft for Startups and SEIS approved, Major Labl is on track to transform the way music careers are managed. 🌟 Join the movement! Over 4,000 artists are already on the waitlist. Be part of the future of music. 👉 Learn more at www.majorlabl.com. #MusicIndustry #StartupInnovation #NextUp #MajorLabl #IndependentArtists #VentureCapital #LvlUp #VC #VentureCapital #Startup #Music #Tech