Lakestar is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in technology companies globally. They typically engage in various investment stages, including Seed, Series A, B, C, D, and beyond. Since its inception in 2013, Lakestar has managed over EUR 1 billion across multiple early-stage funds and a growth fund, supporting companies with innovative tech solutions.
Notable portfolio companies include industry giants like Skype, Spotify, Facebook, and Airbnb, as well as emerging leaders such as Opendoor, Oscar Health, GetYourGuide, and Revolut. The firm's key partners are known for their deep industry expertise and strategic guidance. Lakestar offers unique value-add services to its portfolio companies, including strategic advice, networking opportunities, and operational support to help them scale successfully.
Lakestar - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Total Investments50
Current Portfolio Count26
Total Portfolio Exits3
Top Investment Stages
Series A11 (29.7%)
Series B9 (24.3%)
Series Unknown7 (18.9%)
Series C6 (16.2%)
Private Equity4 (10.8%)
Stage Mix
Series A 30%Series B 24%Series Unknown 19%Series C 16%Private Equity 11%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
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Lakestar - Classification
- Also Known As
- Lakestar Advisors GmbH.
- NAICS
- 520000Finance and Insurance
- 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
- 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
- SIC
- 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
- 6790Miscellaneous Investing
- 6799Investors, Not Elsewhere Classified
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- NAICS
- 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
- 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
- 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
- SIC
- 6000Depository Institutions
- 6720Investment Offices
- 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end