LvlUp Ventures, a venture capital firm founded in 2023, has expanded its startup ecosystem to more than 1,000 companies across 15 funds and programs, according to the company.
Co-founded by Aaron Golbin, who serves as co-founder and general partner, LvlUp has also built an Innovation Alliance of more than 750 corporate and investment partners. Its broader network includes more than 2,500 core and extended team members.
The firm combines investment with operational support, fundraising resources, strategic partnerships and corporate connections. It evaluates startups across sectors and geographies, rather than focusing on a single industry or stage.
LvlUp said its network can help portfolio companies with fundraising, customer introductions, distribution, market entry and strategic partnerships. The Innovation Alliance may also support pilot programs, grants, follow-on financing and potential mergers and acquisitions discussions.
Its NextUp programs review more than 10,000 applications each year and select a small percentage of applicants. Participating founders can access support focused on fundraising, go-to-market strategy, operations, growth and company development.
The company did not disclose total capital invested, assets under management or the aggregate value of its portfolio. It said the figure of more than 1,000 companies includes businesses supported through its funds and programs, rather than a separately disclosed count of direct equity investments.
Source: Citybiz
