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Knickerbocker Financial Group

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New York · Pre-Seed–Series A · 14 people tracked

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Investment thesis

KFG invests in and curates next-generation digital businesses across blockchain, fintech, digital media and marketplaces, and climate/ESG, connecting them with an extensive network of family offices, super-angels, and micro/large VC investors. The firm co-invests alongside its capital partners and provides pre-screening, advisory, and consulting services. It emphasizes ESG-aligned, purpose-driven investing aimed at long-term, sustainable value creation that benefits people, communities, and the planet. KFG leverages 25+ years of early-stage investing experience and its founder-aligned perspective to help companies raise financing, maximize value, and connect with strategic investors, including through an affiliation supporting high-growth ventures in Africa.

Source: firm website, verified Sep 27, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Series A
HQ
New York, US
Instruments
Equity
Tracked investments
16

Team · 14 people

from the firm's website
Stanley Goldstein· Managing Partner & Chairmanin

Founder of accounting firm Goldstein Golub & Kessler (now part of RSM) and a longtime angel investor. He founded the American Friends of James Joyce, the New York Hedge Fund Roundtable, and Donors' Forum, and graduated from Brooklyn College.

Andrea Schmitz· Partner and Head of ESGin

Head of Sustainability Strategy at KFG with 25 years at Con Edison as VP of Environment, Health and Safety and prior experience at the U.S. EPA. She holds a BA from UC San Diego and a Master's in Public Administration from Columbia University.

Hugh Nguyen· Partnerin

Partner overseeing principal investments, co-investments, and deal syndication. He previously led CVC at Fitch Ventures, co-founded and led ClearServe, and was an early member of Gerson Lehrman Group. An active angel investor and Harvard graduate, he advises the Fordham Foundry tech incubator.

Michael Glaubman· Partnerin

Before joining KFG he co-founded a boutique broker-dealer introducing institutional investors to asset management GPs, covering a wide range of asset classes. He served as an operating principal (CEO, CCO, FINRA representative), held multiple FINRA/NFA licenses, and holds a BS-BA from Northeastern University.

John Gryzmala· Senior Principalin

Ran a family office for over twenty years and served as CFO for several family-owned businesses. He matches family offices with investment mandates in direct private equity, real estate, and debt, and is aligned with CFO Consulting Partners. He holds an MBA from the University of Connecticut and a BS-BA from Babson College.

Gary Wong· Special Advisorin

An experienced fintech partner and consultant focused on AI/ML, big data, and trading/risk-management technologies. His background includes roles as Quant, Head Trader, and Managing Director of Structured Trading at a global bank. He holds a PhD in theoretical physics from Imperial College.

Katie· Special Advisorin

Has 20 years of nonprofit management experience, most recently as Chief External Affairs Officer at The Jed Foundation and previously COO at Families for Excellent Schools and staff at Teach For America. She holds a bachelor's from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Katie Cunningham· Special Advisorin

Nonprofit executive with 20 years of experience, most recently Chief External Affairs Officer at The Jed Foundation. She previously worked at Families for Excellent Schools, Teach For America, and American Express, and holds a degree from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Lisa K. Tames· Special Advisorin

A banking professional with over 35 years at global financial institutions, most recently SVP in Bank of America's Energy Services Group financing conservation and sustainability projects, and previously in Citi's Healthcare and Energy Group. She holds an MBA from NYU Stern and a BS from Boston University.

Rebecca Craft· Special Advisorin

Energy-sector leader with over 25 years of experience in energy efficiency and clean energy strategy. She has held roles at Kevala, Sidewalk Labs, Essess, and Consolidated Edison, and holds a BA from Wellesley College and a JD from Indiana University.

Sandy Galef· Special Advisorin

Longtime public servant who spent 30 years in the New York State Assembly and 13 years on the Westchester County Board of Legislators. She holds a BS from Purdue University and a Master's in Education from the University of Virginia.

Scott· Special Advisorin

A Director at Credit Suisse and veteran of international banks with experience in trading, sales, and structured derivatives. He advises KFG on digital asset infrastructure, previously served as a Managing Director at HSBC and Executive in Residence at Barclays' Rise, and is a George Washington University graduate.

Scott Kerbel· Special Advisorin

Director at Credit Suisse and veteran of international banks with a background in structured derivatives trading and sales. He advises KFG on digital asset infrastructure opportunities and is a graduate of The George Washington University.

Virl Hill· Special Advisorin

Digital media executive who has helped build and distribute media products generating significant revenue for companies including Microsoft, Disney, and RealNetworks. He advises early-stage companies and holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Northwestern University.

What they invest in

from 1 of 16 portfolio companies

Impact & Social Good ×1Mobility & Transportation ×1SaaS ×1

Investments · 16 tracked

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Lazarillolazarillo.app

Lazarillo builds customizable indoor and outdoor digital maps and accessible wayfinding technology for businesses and organizations such as airports, hospitals, universities, and shopping centers, integrating with websites, mobile apps, and kiosks.

Impact & Social GoodMobility & TransportationSaaS

René Espinoza(CEO)

Co-investorsNESsT

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

Blockchain VC FundDigital Asset CustodyFossil-free Index Funds for 401(k)Fundraising and Event Management SoftwareGlobal Consumer NFT Entertainment CompanyGlobal Financial Services VC fundInteractive Video/Streaming ToolsMarket IntelligenceMedia Collective to accelerate Black-owned Media assetsOnline Opioid Addiction TreatmentQuant VC FundSocial Conversation PlatformSpecialty Finance/LendingSphereWay-Finding App

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Knickerbocker Financial Group made?
Knickerbocker Financial Group has 16 tracked investments.
What stage does Knickerbocker Financial Group invest at?
Knickerbocker Financial Group invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
What sectors does Knickerbocker Financial Group focus on?
Knickerbocker Financial Group focuses on AI & Machine Learning, B2B Marketplaces, Climate Tech, Crypto & Web3, Fintech, Impact & Social Good, Marketplaces, Media & Entertainment.
Where is Knickerbocker Financial Group located?
Knickerbocker Financial Group is headquartered in New York, US.

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