Lofty Ventures

Lofty Ventures funds early-stage Chicago founders, helping startups grow with capital and community. They operate as a venture capital and angel network, providing first-check to seed investments and syndicate follow-ons. The firm emphasizes founder-centric, Chicago-focused, tech-enabled businesses and offers introductions, strategic advice, events, and access to capital. They maintain a syndicate of Lofty Angels and support founders becoming angel investors early in their careers. The focus on community and regional tech ecosystems aims to back diverse, high-potential startups.