Left Lane Capital

Deloitte ranked our portfolio company Talkiatry No. 6 on its Technology Fast 500™ ranking, featuring the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies in North America. In Co-Founder & CEO Robert K.’s words, “[…] This award highlights Talkiatry's commitment to transforming mental healthcare by making high-quality, in-network psychiatric services more accessible and affordable for patients across the country. Our growth reflects the dedication of our team, the trust of our patients, and the strength of our partnerships".   https://lnkd.in/ev8PTq8

Our portfolio company, Bilt Rewards, has announced the launch of an industry-first program that allows users to earn points on home purchases transacted via eXp Realty. Imagine earning 200,000 Bilt Points for a $400k home purchase.   This expansion reflects Bilt's commitment to supporting renters at every stage of their housing journey—from building credit history through rent payments to earning valuable rewards when buying a home.   “Americans receive rewards for everyday purchases, but have never been properly rewarded for the largest purchase they will make in their lifetime. […] Now, we're going to reward them when they buy a home—their largest lifetime purchase," said Ankur Jain, Founder and CEO of Bilt Rewards. "This is part of our broader mission to make the path to homeownership more accessible and rewarding for our members." https://lnkd.in/eRFWGG79

Congratulations to our portfolio company League One Volleyball on their $100M Series C raise led by Atwater Capital, with existing investors Ares Management Corporation and Left Lane Capital! This investment will power their mission to transform volleyball from grassroots to professional level, with their inaugural pro season launching January 8, 2025.   Their journey so far includes 6 pro teams featuring 17 Olympians, 58 youth clubs across 26 states, and nearly 600 LOVB athletes now in collegiate volleyball. Additionally, they have secured strategic partnerships with adidas, REVOLVE, and Spanx, as well as exclusive media rights with ESPN. We are excited to see what’s next for LOVB and the future of volleyball! https://lnkd.in/gV2kMrV4

The world of chess takes a bold step forward this week as our portfolio company, Freestyle Chess, features co-founder Magnus Carlsen—widely regarded as the greatest chess player of all time—facing world number two Fabiano Caruana at the Freestyle Chess Summit in Singapore.   The company also announced the dates and locations for its highly anticipated Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour 2025, a global circuit culminating in the first-ever Freestyle Chess World Championship. Each Grand Slam event will offer $750,000 in prize money, setting a new benchmark for chess as a global sport. The eagerly awaited tour dates include: - Germany: February 7–14 - France: April 8–15 - United States: July 17–24 - India: September 17–24 - South Africa: December 5–12   https://lnkd.in/edxtdTQv

Congratulations to our portfolio company Arc on the launch of Arc Intelligence! Don Muir, Nick Lombardo, and the team have built a marketplace for lenders and borrowers. Now, they've transformed their insights into a product designed to disrupt capital markets.

We are thrilled to announce our $20M investment into Revv! In a world where 92% of new vehicles have Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), Revv is solving a critical challenge for auto repair shops by transforming complex repair procedures into clear, actionable insights in seconds through its AI platform. With over 2,100+ repair locations already under its belt, the company is leading the modern revolution in auto repair. And this is just the beginning. "Our vision extends beyond diagnostics," said Founder & CEO Adi Bathla. "We are committed to building a comprehensive 360-degree repair solution that serves shops of all sizes globally. By maximizing value at each location, we aim to help the entire repair industry navigate the increasing complexity of modern vehicles, ensuring safer cars and supporting repair shops to thrive in this new era." https://lnkd.in/eG-ZuSph

The countdown to Slush is on! Alicia Garabedian, Kenza Zayani, and Coraline Kamuleta from our European team will be in Helsinki next week and are excited to connect with startup founders and fellow investors. If you're interested in meeting up, feel free to reach out in advance or simply say hello if you spot them at the event!

Our Managing Partner, Jason Fiedler, joins the Sourcery podcast to discuss his investment strategies centered on NextGen consumer goods, sports, and the evolving “four-wall” retail landscape. He dives into companies like OLIPOP PBC, HOLY, The Farmer's Dog, Smalls, Blank Street, and 7th Street Burger.   “It’s been a lot less crowded focusing on these massive consumer markets with billions in spending, slow-moving incumbents, and strong repeat purchasing,” Jason says. He also shares his insights on the importance of NPS Delta and the application of software frameworks to consumer investing. https://lnkd.in/ecgQ9YiY

Our portfolio company Kittl has been recognized as one of Germany's fastest-growing companies of 2024 by Sifted!

Our CEO & Managing Partner, Harley Miller, joined the stage at the Speedinvest Tech Melange 2024 in Vienna together with Tom Filip Lesche (Partner, Speedinvest), Luca Bocchio (Partner, Accel), Zoé Fabian (General Partner, Noteus Partners), and Christian Osterland (VP, General Atlantic) to discuss the outlook for successful growth companies in 2025. Thank you for having us!   Photo credits to Klaus Vyhnalek