Description
LEAD VC is a global venture capital and innovation firm focused on sports, health technology, and adjacent high-growth sectors. Founded in Berlin and now headquartered in Orlando, it has evolved from an early accelerator mindset into a venture corporation with multiple institutional funds backing startups from pre-seed through Series A+ and an advisory arm providing strategic innovation support. LEAD has 70+ portfolio companies and manages over $120M in assets, combining investor capital, advisory services, and ecosystem building to accelerate and scale mission-aligned ventures.
• Variable venture investments; typical check ranges by fund:
LEAD VC’s family of funds makes institutional venture investments across stages:
• LEAD ONE: Pre-seed investments (~$100,000 approx.).
• Lake Nona Fund: Seed stage (~$400,000–$1M).
• ADvantage Fund: Later stage Series A (~$1M–$2.5M).
Eligibility
• Startups in sports and health technology with scalable business models.
• Companies ready for institutional VC investment, typically with product, traction, and a growth plan.
• Global geographic scope — LEAD invests worldwide.
• No rigid revenue or profit threshold; focus is on market potential and founder execution capability.
Process
Deal Sourcing & Evaluation: LEAD identifies promising startups in sports and health tech (and related industries globally).
Due Diligence & Term Setting: Investment teams assess business models, product-market fit, and growth potential. Standard VC diligence and term negotiation apply.
Investment & Funding: Companies receive capital from an appropriate LEAD fund depending on stage (pre-seed to Series A).
Portfolio Support: Firms in the portfolio get strategic network access, mentoring, corporate introductions, and potential follow-on funding from LEAD’s funds or partners.
Exit/Follow-On: LEAD supports long-term growth, potential subsequent funding rounds, and exit strategies (acquisition, later-stage VC rounds).
What an Applicant can Obtain
✔ Institutional venture capital investment appropriate to stage (Pre-seed, Seed, Series A).
✔ Strategic advisory support via LEAD’s advisory services.
✔ Network access to corporate, athletic, and industry partners.
✔ Portfolio growth support and ecosystem connections.
✔ Follow-on funding potential for scaling further rounds.
