Social Leverage

Social Leverage is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based venture capital firm founded by internet entrepreneur Howard Lindzon. Established to invest in early-stage technology companies, the firm primarily focuses on seed and Series A rounds. Its investment thesis centers on identifying disruptive opportunities within the consumer, enterprise software, fintech, and increasingly, the crypto sectors. Lindzon's background as the founder of StockTwits and a co-founder of Robinhood provides Social Leverage with a unique perspective and network, particularly in areas related to financial technology and social platforms.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes backing strong founding teams with compelling visions, often leveraging Lindzon's operational experience and network to provide more than just capital. Social Leverage has demonstrated a consistent ability to raise capital, with its most recent fund, Social Leverage V, closing in 2022 with $100 million in commitments. This follows previous successful funds, including Social Leverage IV, which raised $80 million in 2019. These fund sizes enable the firm to make meaningful initial investments while reserving capital for follow-on rounds in their portfolio companies. Notable investments include early stakes in companies like Robinhood, StockTwits, Kustomer (acquired by Meta), and Wag! (which went public via SPAC).

Social Leverage typically deploys initial checks ranging from approximately $500,000 to $5 million, primarily targeting seed and early Series A stages. This range allows them flexibility to lead or co-invest in promising startups. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance and leveraging its deep industry connections to help portfolio companies scale. Their focus remains on high-growth potential businesses that can leverage network effects or disrupt established industries.