Lightship Capital

Lightship Capital is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in remarkable businesses led by underrepresented founders, including people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and innovators with disabilities. By providing essential resources, Lightship empowers these founders to build sustainable and impactful companies.

The firm focuses on a diverse range of industries, such as consumer packaged goods, e-commerce, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and health tech. Their investment strategy targets companies at various stages, from pre-seed to late-stage, with a particular emphasis on those based in the Midwest and South regions of the United States.

Lightship Capital is committed to fostering innovation and economic advancement in communities typically excluded from traditional venture capital opportunities. Their approach combines financial support with hands-on assistance, aiming to create wealth-building ecosystems that are inclusive and equitable.