We Back the
Bold Founders
Building Tomorrow
Launchpad Ventures partners with visionary founders from Pre-Seed to Series B — providing capital, strategic guidance, and a global network to build category-defining companies.
Trusted by world-class founders
Built by Founders, For Founders
Founded in 2012, Launchpad Ventures was built on a simple conviction: the world's most important companies start as a vision in a founder's mind.
We've backed 127+ companies across AI, SaaS, FinTech, HealthTech, ClimateTech, and DeepTech — from a $500K pre-seed check to a $340M acquisition. Our portfolio companies collectively serve over 50 million customers worldwide.
What makes us different isn't just the capital. It's our team of former operators, our curated LP network of Fortune 500 executives, and our relentless commitment to founder success long after the ink dries.
Global Perspective
Headquartered in San Francisco with a portfolio spanning 38 countries and six continents.
Founder-First
We've been operators ourselves. We understand what founders need at every stage of the journey.
Fast Decisions
Respect for your time means no endless committees. Term sheets in 72 hours for the right opportunities.
Long-Term Partners
Our relationship doesn't end at the close. We're in your corner through every milestone and challenge.
Where We Invest
We back the most ambitious founders across eight high-conviction sectors where technology is creating generational opportunities.
Artificial Intelligence
LLMs, agents, MLOps, computer vision, and AI-native enterprise applications reshaping industries.
SaaS
Vertical and horizontal SaaS products with strong unit economics, sticky retention, and scalable GTM.
FinTech
Payments, banking infrastructure, wealth management, and embedded finance for emerging and developed markets.
HealthTech
Digital health platforms, medical AI, telemedicine, clinical workflow automation, and biotech enablement.
ClimateTech
Renewable energy, carbon markets, sustainable supply chains, and climate intelligence solutions.
Enterprise Software
B2B infrastructure, developer tools, security platforms, and cloud-native solutions for the modern enterprise.
Consumer Technology
Consumer apps and platforms with viral growth loops, network effects, and defensible engagement moats.
DeepTech
Quantum computing, advanced materials, robotics, and breakthrough science-driven technologies.
More Than Capital
We're not just investors — we're the first call founders make when things get hard and the loudest voice in the room celebrating when they succeed.
Founder-First Philosophy
We've been in your shoes. Every decision we make puts the founder's wellbeing and long-term success above short-term fund metrics.
Strategic Guidance
Access our team of former operators, CEOs, and domain experts who've scaled companies from zero to hundreds of millions in revenue.
Global Network
Tap into our LP network of Fortune 500 executives, a portfolio of 127 companies, and relationships across 38 countries.
Fast Decisions
No endless committees. We move at startup speed — term sheets in 72 hours for the right opportunity. Your time is valuable.
Long-Term Partnership
Our relationship begins, not ends, at close. We're by your side through every fundraise, pivot, and milestone for the life of your company.
Trust & Transparency
We believe in candid communication, confidentiality, and alignment of incentives. We succeed when you succeed — full stop.
Our Track Record
Over 12 years of backing transformative founders across the globe.
Featured Companies
A selection of the bold founders and breakthrough companies we've backed.
NeuralEdge AI
Enterprise AI platform that automates complex business workflows with LLM-powered agents.
CarbonPath
Real-time carbon tracking and offset marketplace for supply chains.
MedFlow Health
AI-driven clinical workflow platform reducing hospital administrative burden by 60%.
Simple. Transparent.
We believe in a process that respects founders' time and provides clarity at every step.
Apply
Submit your application with your pitch deck and key details about your vision.
Initial Review
Our team evaluates your submission within 48 hours and reaches out if there's fit.
Founder Meeting
A 30-minute discovery call to understand you, your team, and your ambition.
Due Diligence
Deep market, product, and team analysis. We move quickly and keep you informed.
Decision
A clear yes or no — with feedback either way. No ghosting. Ever.
What Founders Say
Straight from the founders we've had the privilege of partnering with.
“Launchpad Ventures didn't just write a check—they became our strategic backbone. Their network opened doors we couldn't have imagined, and their guidance through Series A was invaluable.”
Ready to Build
Something Legendary?
If you're a bold founder building a category-defining company, we want to hear your story. Apply in minutes — no lengthy forms, no gatekeepers.