LvlUp Ventures

🎉 What an incredible night at the LvlUp Ventures Annual Holiday Party! 🎉 We were thrilled to celebrate the holiday season with an amazing crowd of founders, investors, and scouts from our ecosystem. From the themed bar and gourmet food to the festive ugly sweaters, the energy was unmatched, and the connections made will surely spark exciting opportunities ahead! A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors—Withum, Rho, Shopline US, TriNet, Tequio Tequila Cocktails, LiveWire, Redbloom Health, bonbuz, All Phenoms, Hearthy Foods Inc., Waka Coffee and Tea, Boredroom, LLC (Bored & Thirsty), and Prima Pavé—who made the night even more special with their support and contributions. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate and make the night unforgettable! Swipe through for highlights from the event—we can’t wait to see you at the next one! #LvlUpVentures #HolidayParty #Networking #VentureCapital #Innovation #VC #Event #Startups

🚀 Calling All Founders! 🚀 Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? 🌟 With the LvlUp Ventures Super Application, one simple application connects you to an incredible network of 14+ funds and investment vehicles including: ✅ LvlUp Ventures ✅ Santa Barbara Venture Partners ✅ Greycroft ✅ Outlander VC ✅ Expert Dojo ✅ Musa Capital ✅ M13 Launchpad ✅ Acronym Venture Capital ✅ SuperCharger Ventures ✅ Brilliant Minds ✅ Pegasus Angel Accelerator ✅ NextUp Accelerator (Non-Cash Equity) ✅ L'Oréal ✅ Capchase (Non-Dilutive Financing) But that’s not all! 🚀 You’ll also gain access to 10+ startup programs with top corporate partners like Fidelity Private Shares, Google, Shopline US, Xero, PIPEDRIVE CRM, each tailored to your specific needs. 💰 Funding. Programs. Connections. All in one place. Apply now and take the first step toward supercharging your startup! 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/ee9zRHJE #LvlUpVentures #Startup #Funding #Founders #VentureCapital #StartupPrograms #Tech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #StartupSuccess #VC #Pitch #RaiseCapital #FundingJourney #Investor #Networking #StartupEcosystem #Investment

Join our Managing Partner Aaron Golbin as he speaks on the keynote “Funding the Next Generation of FinTech Solutions” Panel at Global FinTech Week.

🎉 Attention Los Angeles Founders & Investors! 🎉 LvlUp Ventures warmly invites you to join us for our Annual Holiday Party on December 12, 2024, in El Segundo. This event is more than a celebration—it’s a vibrant opportunity to connect with founders, investors, and venture scouts while immersing yourself in the dynamic LvlUp Ventures community. Event Details 📅 Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM PST 📍 Location: El Segundo, Los Angeles, CA What to Expect: 🍹 Open Bar & Gourmet Bites: Enjoy festive drinks and a delicious spread of curated treats. 👕 Ugly Sweater Contest: Bring your holiday flair and compete to win exciting prizes. 🎁 Special Surprises: Delight in exclusive offerings from our valued partners: Withum, Rho, TriNet, Tequio Tequila Cocktails, LiveWire, Redbloom Health, bonbuz, Hearthy Foods Inc., Waka Coffee and Tea, Locals Only Vodka, All Phenoms, and Prima Pavé. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the season and expand your network in the heart of LA's thriving startup ecosystem. 🎟️ Register now to secure your spot! 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/eaHEvjKw #Networking #VC #Startup #LvlUpHolidayParty #LosAngelesEvents #Founders #Investors #VentureScouts #StartupCommunity #HolidayNetworking #LvlUpLabs #LAFounders #LATech #StartupEcosystem #UglySweaterContest #InvestorEvent #HolidayCelebration #VCCommunity #StartupLife

🌍 Meet Hostel Hop: Redefining Hostel Travel for the Next Generation! ✈️ Proud to spotlight Hostel Hop, one of our incredible NextUp portfolio companies, revolutionizing the way we experience hostel travel. With a rewards-driven platform that blends trusted recommendations, social sharing, and hassle-free booking, Hostel Hop is making travel safer and more affordable with over 8,000 downloads and 1,400 hostels onboard! The future of travel is here—ready to explore? 🌏 Check out hostelhop.io and start your adventure today! #NextUpPortfolio #LvlUpVentures #TravelMadeEasy #HostelHop #GenZTravel #StartupSpotlight #VC #VentureCapital #Startup

🚀 Exciting News! Introducing our newest portfolio company in NextUp: Major Labl Artist Club 🎶 Major Labl is revolutionizing the music industry by empowering independent musicians, managers, and indie labels with a one-stop platform to manage their music careers online. With Major Labl, artists can save time and money by accessing: ✅ Global music distribution ✅ Online shops and web pages ✅ CRM, payments, and analytics ✅ Multi-user accounts for seamless collaboration ✅ Automated split payments for streams, sales, and live gigs This disruptive new music startup combines cutting-edge technology with human service, ensuring artists have everything they need to thrive. Already part of Microsoft for Startups and SEIS approved, Major Labl is on track to transform the way music careers are managed. 🌟 Join the movement! Over 4,000 artists are already on the waitlist. Be part of the future of music. 👉 Learn more at www.majorlabl.com. #MusicIndustry #StartupInnovation #NextUp #MajorLabl #IndependentArtists #VentureCapital #LvlUp #VC #VentureCapital #Startup #Music #Tech

LvlUp Ventures & Aaron Golbin Featured in Forbes! 🎉 We’re thrilled to share that LvlUp Ventures and Managing Partner Aaron Golbin were recently highlighted in Forbes. Check out the article linked below. Here are the highlights: ✨ LvlUp Ventures achieved an IRR of 116% and MOIC of 2.16, with a team of 1,500+ across global startup hubs. The firm is on track to back 150 portfolio companies by 2025. ✨ NextUp Accelerator has helped 50+ startups achieve 8x revenue growth in 12 months, with a <5% failure rate and a total portfolio market cap exceeding $1 billion. ✨ The ecosystem works hands-on with startups, from pre-launch to scaling nine-figure enterprises, providing strategic support, unmatched networks, and innovative funding models. ✨ Aaron’s journey from founding his first business at age 8 to leading a venture ecosystem proves the power of vision and execution. 📖 Read the full article for more on how LvlUp Ventures is reshaping the venture capital landscape 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/efWhng3x #LvlUpVentures #ForbesFeature #NextUpAccelerator #VentureCapital #Innovation #VC #Startups #LvlUp

We're excited to welcome Cipher to the NextUp Portfolio! Cipher is the home of viral music for commercial use. In an era where brands are posting content daily but facing lawsuits for using music without permission, Cipher is the premium destination to legally buy the world’s most trending tracks. After servicing professional sports teams, like the National Hockey League (NHL)’s Washington Capitals, Cipher is now expanding to help all brands boost their social media engagement with today’s hits at an affordable price. Sign up for Cipher’s mailing list today to stay ahead of music that drives results 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/e84Pu3yn #VC #VentureCapital #Music #Tech #Startup #Investing #Funding #LvlUp

We're excited to welcome Cipher to the NextUp Portfolio! Cipher is the home of viral music for commercial use. In an era where brands are posting content daily but facing lawsuits for using music without permission, Cipher is the premium destination to legally buy the world’s most trending tracks. After servicing professional sports teams, like the National Hockey League (NHL)’s Washington Capitals, Cipher is now expanding to help all brands boost their social media engagement with today’s hits at an affordable price. Sign up for Cipher’s mailing list today to stay ahead of music that drives results 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/e84Pu3yn #VC #VentureCapital #Music #Tech #Startup #Investing #Funding #LvlUp

📣 Calling ALL LA-Based Founders & Investors 📣 LvlUp Ventures invites you to our annual Holiday Party on December 12 at our brand-new LvlUp Labs office in El Segundo! This isn’t just a celebration—it’s an opportunity for founders, investors, and venture scouts to connect, network, and experience the energy of our thriving community. Don’t miss it! Event Details: 📍 Date: December 12, 2024 📍 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM PST 📍 Location: LvlUp Labs, El Segundo, Los Angeles, CA 🍹 Open Bar & Gourmet Food: Savor festive drinks and a spread of delicious bites. 👕 Ugly Sweater Contest: Embrace the holiday spirit with your quirkiest sweater for a chance to win big! 🎁 Special Surprises & Partners: Get ready for special surprises and treats from our partners at Withum, Rho, Tequio Tequila Cocktails, LiveWire, Redbloom Health, bonbuz, Hearthy Foods Inc., Waka Coffee and Tea, Locals Only Vodka, All Phenoms, and Prima Pavé! See you there! Register Now 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/eaHEvjKw #Networking #Event #VC #Startup #LvlUpHolidayParty #LosAngelesEvents #Founders #Investors #VentureScouts #StartupCommunity #NetworkingEvent #HolidayNetworking #LvlUpLabs #LAFounders #LATech #StartupEcosystem #LAInvestors #UglySweaterContest #Investor #HolidayCelebration #VCCommunity #StartupLife