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Gaingels

New York, NY · Invests in US; Global · Website

Pre-SeedSeedSeries ASeries BGrowthConsumer Apps & SocialE-commerce & MarketplacesMedia & EntertainmentGamingB2B SaaSDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureSecurity & CybersecurityFintech & PaymentsHealthcare & Digital HealthBiotech & Life SciencesReal Estate & PropTechClimate & Clean EnergyRobotics & AutomationAerospace & Defense

Thesis

Equity of access and representation in venture capital delivers positive returns. Diverse and underrepresented (including LGBTQ+) leaders of high-growth companies deserve capital access. When these founders succeed, they influence ecosystems and open doors for historically excluded groups.

Likely not a fit for

Gaingels is sector and model agnostic—invests across all sectors and stages. Not sector-exclusive.

How they invest

Lead or follow
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Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Advisor
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$600M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

8 contacts on file

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Lorenzo Thione

General PartnerGeneral Partner · Primary contact

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Philip Veber

PartnerPartner

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Jennifer Jeronimo

General PartnerCEO of Gaingels Inc., General Partner

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Paul Grossinger

General PartnerCo-founder & General Partner

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Peter Steinberg

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Max Frenkel

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Emilie Poteat

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David Beatty

General PartnerFounder & Managing Member

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Portfolio

CartaEnterprise Software

Carta provides an end-to-end suite connecting private capital, offering solutions for equity management and fund management, including cap table management, valuations, fund administration, and more.

Better.comFintech Payments

Better.com is a direct lender that provides a fast, transparent digital mortgage experience, utilizing AI technology to simplify the home buying process.

Ro

Ro is a direct-to-patient healthcare company that offers a range of online health solutions, including treatments for weight loss, sexual health, fertility, hair loss, and skincare. The company provides access to medications and wellness products, leveraging a membership model to enhance patient care and convenience.

JackpocketGaming

Jackpocket is the first licensed third-party lottery courier app in the U.S., offering a secure way for users to order official state lottery tickets via their smartphones.

BoltEnterprise Software

Bolt is an all-in-one mobility app that provides a range of services including rides, scooters, e-bikes, and food delivery. The platform aims to make cities more accessible and sustainable by offering various transportation options for users and businesses alike.

DataikuEnterprise Software

Dataiku is the Universal AI Platform that enables organizations to create and consume AI effectively, providing tools for data preparation, machine learning, and AI governance.

WorldcoinFintech Payments

Worldcoin is a digital identity and financial network designed to provide universal proof of humanity, enabling secure access to services and financial systems for real humans, while distinguishing them from AI.

Relativity SpaceAerospace Defense

Relativity Space builds reusable rockets that make access to space more reliable and routine, empowering science, exploration, and innovation beyond our planet.

UdemyEdtech

Udemy is an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses across various subjects, enabling individuals to learn new skills at their own pace. It serves both individual learners and businesses looking to upskill their workforce through a diverse catalog of content created by expert instructors.

FigureRobotics Automation

Figure is an AI Robotics company building the world's first commercially viable autonomous humanoid robot.

WHOOPHealthcare Digital

WHOOP provides professional-grade fitness insights and advanced health, fitness, and longevity insights through a membership model, focusing on unlocking human performance and healthspan.

BlockstreamFintech Payments

Blockstream is the global leader in Bitcoin and blockchain technology, providing infrastructure for digital assets and financial markets.

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Research briefRead more
Gaingels Research Investment Thesis Gaingels is amongst the world's largest LGBTQIA+/Allies venture investment syndicates, fundamentally believing that equity of access and representation in venture capital delivers positive financial returns while creating meaningful social impact. The core thesis is that diverse and underrepresented leaders of high-growth companies deserve access to capital, and

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