Lorimer Ventures
Brooklyn, New York · Invests in US; UK; Europe; Africa; LATAM; Asia; North America; MENA · Website
Check size
🔒 $•• – $••Thesis
Builders first. We back experienced operators who understand business fundamentals and the pain points of scaling software companies. We invest at inception stage with 100+ operator LPs providing talent, customers, and capital beyond the check.
Likely not a fit for
Hardware-only plays, consumer apps without clear B2B applications, founders without operating experience, markets without clear unit economics.
How they invest
- Lead or follow
- Leads or follows
- Typical decision
- ~1 week
- Warm intro
- Preferred
- Involvement
- Takes a board seat
- Fund status
- Actively deploying
- Decision process
- Partnership vote
Partners & team
5 contacts on file
Portfolio
Capchase is reimagining B2B payments and financing, providing tools that enable faster, more predictable access to revenue for high-growth companies.
OatFi is pioneering the first B2B credit network to support the paradigm shift in B2B payments, addressing cash flow mismatches between buyers and suppliers by providing credit at the point of invoicing and payment.
Upflow is a Financial Relationship Management solution that helps businesses manage their accounts receivable more effectively, enabling faster payments and stronger customer relationships.
PayZen provides a comprehensive payment solution that allows merchants to create various types of payments, manage subscriptions, and analyze transaction reports through a user-friendly back office.
Formic provides end-of-line automation solutions, specializing in case packing and palletizing for various industries including snack foods, dairy, and baking. Their innovative approach includes a full-service automation model that integrates advanced robotics and software to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
Ampcontrol helps fleet owners manage and optimize their electric vehicle charging infrastructure and operations using AI-driven software solutions.
David Energy is a company focused on providing clean energy solutions and electricity supply, combining traditional energy services with advanced software for cost management. It aims to create a 100% clean energy grid.
Gamma is a modern media and technology enterprise founded by Larry Jackson and Ike Youssef, aimed at revolutionizing how artists create, distribute, and monetize their content and brands. The company focuses on the global expansion of artistry and culture, providing a holistic approach to the creative and economic growth of artists and innovators across music, visual media, and technology.
Hex is a modern, collaborative workspace for data science and analytics that integrates AI tools to empower users to explore data using natural language, with or without code.
Knapsack is a digital production platform designed for enterprise teams to unite design, code, and context, enabling faster and AI-powered digital product delivery.
Instant.one offers e-commerce solutions to maximize brand revenue through retention marketing and targeted re-marketing. It provides demos and quick sign-ups to boost sales.
Recent activity
- Oct 2025
Knapsack
Series A · Participated
- Sep 2025
Tyba
Series A · Participated
- Jun 2025
Scout Climate
Seed · Lead
Lorimer Ventures in the news
WebWire
Knapsack Raises $10M to Accelerate the Intelligent Product Engine Powering AI‑Driven Product Creation
11 months ago
The Tech Buzz
Knapsack raises $10M Series A for design-engineering platform
11 months ago
TechCrunch
Knapsack picks up $10M to help bridge the gap between design and engineering teams
11 months ago
Business Wire
Airship Raises $4 Million to Make Home Services Simpler and More Profitable
Sep 2024
AlleyWatch
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 7/1/24
Jun 2024
The Business Journals
Denver VC firm backs robotics and automation startup in $27.4M raise
Jun 2024
The Business Journals
Chicago robotics startup Formic brings in new Series A financing
Jun 2024
citybiz.co
Gamma Raises $12M Series A
May 2024
FinSMEs
Gamma Raises $12M in Series A Funding
May 2024
Aviation International News
Moonware Gets Seed Funding for AI-based Ground Handling Software
Apr 2024
Airports International
Moonware closes seed round
Mar 2024
TechCrunch
Moonware’s AI lets airfield ground crews ditch the walkies
Aug 2023
Fortune
Who are the private equity and hedge fund players buying up stakes in sports teams? Here are the big names to know
Jul 2023
FinTech Global
Efficient Capital Labs raises $7m to fuel B2B SaaS business growth
Jul 2023
YourStory.com
Revenue-based financing firm Efficient Capital Labs raises $7M from QED Investors
Jul 2023
Entrackr
Fintech startup ECL raises $7 Mn led by QED Investors
Jul 2023
Business Wire
Efficient Capital Labs raises $7 million Pre-Series A led by QED Investors to bridge the funding and cost gap for B2B SaaS businesses focusing on the South Asia-U.S. corridor.
Jul 2023
FinTech Global
Revcast, the pioneer of modern RevOps, secures a robust $3m seed round
Jul 2023
The Business Journals
The Funded: A supply chain software startup and six other local companies raise $93M
May 2023
Stacey on IoT
Golioth raises $4.6 million in a tough environment
May 2023
VatorNews
Startups in the billing space you need to know
Feb 2023
citybiz
OatFi Raises $8M In Seed Funding
Oct 2022
The Business Journals
Chicago robotics startup raises $26.5M
Jan 2022
Newswire.com
Datch Secures $3.2 Million for Their Industrial 'Voice-Visual' AI Platform
May 2020
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