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Lauder Partners

Palo Alto ยท Series B ยท 1 people tracked

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Investment thesis

The portfolio reflects opportunistic investment across emerging technology sectors with emphasis on deep science, healthcare innovation, and infrastructure. Investments span from AI-accelerated coding tools and semiconductor optimization to novel therapeutics, climate solutions, and transformative platforms. The investor demonstrates conviction in both disruptive consumer applications and fundamental scientific advances, with a track record spanning multiple technological generations from early internet infrastructure through modern AI and quantum technologies.

Source: firm website, verified Jul 19, 2026.

Stage
Series B
HQ
Palo Alto, US
Tracked investments
87

Team ยท 1 people

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Gary Lauderยท Founder

Gary Lauder is the principal investor behind Lauder Partners and invests capital on behalf of himself and family members. He is a speaker on technology policy and design topics.

What they invest in

from 70 of 87 portfolio companies

AI & Machine Learning ร—16Biotech ร—14Hardware ร—14Healthtech ร—14Deep Tech ร—12Consumer ร—9Enterprise Software ร—9Medical Devices ร—8

HQs:United Statesร—18Canadaร—1United Kingdomร—1Kenyaร—1

Investments ยท showing 60 of 87

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(occamzrazor.comoccamzrazor.com

Occam Razor develops drug discovery technology using digital science to target neurodegenerative diseases, focusing initially on Parkinson's disease and brain aging.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep Tech

23Andme23andme.comin๐•

23andMe operates a research platform that collects genetic data from millions of users to advance genomic research and health discovery. The company enables individuals to learn about their genetic traits while contributing to medical research studies that benefit public health.

BiotechDigital HealthDirect to ConsumerHealthtechLongevityMountain View, US

Anne Wojcicki(Co-founder & CEO)Linda Avey(Co-founder)Paul Cheung(Co-founder)

Anchorairvine.comin๐•

Airvine develops a 60 GHz wireless system for indoor use that delivers high-speed connectivity while matching the reliability of traditional cabling with faster deployment and lower costs. The company uses patented RF innovations to extend wireless range and penetrate obstacles, enabling performance previously unachievable in the 60 GHz band.

Cloud ComputingHardware

Hatch Graham

AngelListangellist.comin๐•

AngelList's investor management platform provides tools for venture capital and private equity firms to streamline LP interactions, automate fund operations, and deliver reporting and portfolio updates through a branded digital experience.

Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS

Avlok Kohli(CEO)

AnyRoadanyroad.com

AnyRoad provides a platform for managing and optimizing events, tours, classes, and activations for businesses seeking to build brand loyalty and increase return on investment. The software integrates booking, ticketing, payments, data capture, and analytics for experiential marketing campaigns.

Enterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Jonathan Yaffe(Co-founder)Daniel Yaffe(Co-founder)

Anyspherecursor.comin๐•

Cursor is a code editor that enables teams to manage and distribute Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and integrations through team marketplaces, with features for organization-level access control and cloud agent integration.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper Tools

Arcadia Powerarcadia.comin

Arcadia is an energy intelligence platform that helps businesses manage utility bills, procure energy, and track sustainability through a single interface. The company serves Fortune 2000 enterprises with multiple locations and significant energy spending.

AI & Machine LearningEnergyEnterprise Software

<UNKNOWN>(Chief Executive Officer & Founder)

Audigentaudigent.com

Audigent is a data activation, curation, and identity platform that enables privacy-safe, first-party data targeting for programmatic advertising at scale without cookies. It serves brands, media agencies, and publishers seeking improved campaign performance and media monetization.

AdTechData & Infrastructure

Auroraaurora.com

Vistance Networks provides access network solutions including HFC, PON, and broadband network products to global service providers and enterprises. The company offers end-to-end connectivity infrastructure and networking systems for telecom operators and industrial environments.

Cloud ComputingData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software<UNKNOWN>

Avnetworksavnetworks.com
Beyond Meatbeyondmeat.comin๐•

Beyond Meat creates plant-based protein products, including burgers and other foods designed to provide nutritional value while supporting environmental sustainability and soil regeneration.

AgTechClimate TechFoodTech

Ethan Brown(Founder & CEO)

Bigbandnetbigbandnet.com
Capturecapture.com

Capture digitizes personal media including VHS tapes, VCR tapes, mini tapes, and other analog formats into digital formats (DVDs, thumb drives, cloud storage) for consumers wanting to preserve family memories and home videos.

Consumer<UNKNOWN>

Celmatixcelmatix.com

Celmatix Therapeutics developed a discovery portfolio focused on women's health, including therapeutic programs for infertility, endometriosis, and ovarian aging. The company's pipeline included an oral FSH receptor agonist, a JNK inhibitor, and AMH-targeting antibodies.

BiotechFemTechHealthtech

Chemifychemify.io

Chemify builds automated chemical synthesis systems combining chemistry, AI, and robotics to digitize molecular design and manufacturing. The company serves pharmaceutical, materials, and chemical discovery partners seeking faster and more scalable access to novel molecules and drugs.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechGlasgow, GB

Professor Lee Cronin

Cocoterracocoterra.com

CocoTerra offers a home chocolate-making machine and accompanying app that enables consumers to create custom chocolate from cocoa nibs with personalized ingredients, flavorings, and dietary accommodations. The company provides recipes, sourced ingredients, and guidance for users to make artisanal chocolate at home.

ConsumerFoodTechHardware

Companyanysphere.inc

Cursor is an applied research lab developing tools and technologies for the future of programming, focused on advancing what developers can build.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper Tools

Corteneinccorteneinc.com

Cortene develops a peptide-based treatment targeting brain-centric acquired chronic diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and autoimmune conditions. The company focuses on addressing root causes in conditions affecting millions of patients globally.

BiotechHealthtechMedical Devices

Crunchsterscrunchsters.com

Free2b manufactures allergy-friendly snack treats made with simple ingredients in a dedicated allergen-free facility. The company serves families managing food allergies through consumer food products.

ConsumerFoodTech

Curativeinccurativeinc.com

Curative offers employer-sponsored health insurance with no copays, deductibles, or surprise out-of-pocket costs for in-network care. The plan includes a nationwide provider network, telehealth services, a cash card for broad payment access, and care navigation support.

HealthtechInsurTech

Everixeverix.co

Everix manufactures ultra-thin optical filters made from plastic materials for compact and complex optical system designs. The filters serve applications in defense, aerospace, life sciences, and industrial imaging sectors where space constraints, lightweight design, or non-traditional geometries are critical.

Deep TechHardwareNew MaterialsSan Diego, US

Everstreameverstream.com
Georgiamunegeorgiamune.com

Georgiamune develops targeted immunomodulator drugs designed to regulate immune signaling pathways for treating cancer and autoimmune diseases. The company operates as a target discovery platform with a pipeline of first-in-class immunotherapy candidates.

BiotechHealthtech

Getballoongetballoon.com

Balloon is a collaboration platform that helps leaders eliminate groupthink and increase psychological safety in team decision-making through an asynchronous, research-backed process. The platform reduces meeting time, amplifies unheard voices, and surfaces ideas based on merit for organizations of all sizes.

Enterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaS

Global Global Globalorca.security

Orca provides a cloud security platform that identifies, prioritizes, and remediates risks across cloud infrastructure and AI systems. The platform combines agentless scanning with AI-driven analysis to help enterprises reduce security alert noise and accelerate threat remediation from code to runtime.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCybersecurity

Happiestbabyhappiestbaby.com

Happiest Baby manufactures smart sleep products for infants, including the SNOO bassinet which uses gentle motion and swaddling to help babies sleep safely.

ConsumerHardware

Happyringhappyring.com

Happy Sleep provides at-home sleep testing and diagnosis through a wearable ring, paired with physician consultation and personalized care plans. The service targets individuals seeking sleep disorder evaluation without visiting a clinic.

Digital HealthHealthtechWellness & FitnessAustin, US

Hedleystudioshedleystudios.com
Herokusalesforce.com

Salesforce is a cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) platform that integrates AI agents to automate business workflows across sales, service, marketing, and other departments, enabling organizations and AI to work collaboratively.

AI & Machine LearningCloud Computing

Marc Benioff(Founder & CEO)

Heywireheywire.com
Hippo (NYSE: 2021)myhippo.com

Hippo is an online home insurance marketplace that connects customers with quotes from top-rated carriers and provides expert guidance through dedicated agents. The platform offers homeowners insurance along with add-on coverage options for auto, flood, rental properties, and other protection needs.

B2B MarketplacesConsumerInsurTech

Hyperlooptthyperlooptt.com

HyperloopTT develops hyperloop transportation technology for passenger and cargo applications, aiming to reduce travel time, cost, and environmental impact. The company has built full-scale test infrastructure and secured government partnerships for commercial prototype development.

Deep TechMobility & Transportation

Ingenovishealthingenovishealth.com

Ingenovis Health operates an integrated ecosystem of healthcare staffing companies that connect clinicians with job opportunities and provide hospitals and health systems with workforce solutions. The platform offers flexible career pathways for healthcare professionals and talent operations services across travel, rapid response, and specialty clinical positions nationwide.

B2B MarketplacesHealthtechHR Tech

Kaimagingkaimaging.com

KA Imaging develops X-ray imaging technologies and detectors, including dual-energy radiography and phase contrast micro-CT systems, serving medical, veterinary, scientific research, and industrial quality control markets.

Deep TechHardwareMedical DevicesWaterloo, CA

Lassenpeaklassenpeak.comin๐•
LInktevard.com

Tevard Biosciences develops tRNA-based therapies to provide durable cures for rare genetic diseases caused by nonsense mutations, including cardiomyopathy, muscular dystrophy, and epilepsy. The company uses suppressor tRNA technology to restore full-length protein production across affected organs and tissues.

BiotechBoston, US

Harvey LodishDaniel FischerWarren Lammert

LInkradia.com

Radia designs and builds large cargo aircraft, specifically the WindRunner, for transporting oversized cargo to remote locations. The company serves energy, defense, and logistics sectors requiring large-scale cargo transportation capabilities.

Defense TechHardwareLogistics & Supply Chain

Liquiddeathliquiddeath.com

Liquid Death manufactures and sells sparkling energy drinks, iced teas, and flavored sparkling waters branded with horror-themed names and marketing. The company serves consumers seeking alternative beverage options.

ConsumerFoodTech

lobby-pastinv-groq@2xgroq.comin๐•

Groq designs and manufactures the LPU (Language Processing Unit), a chip purpose-built for AI inference, and operates GroqCloud, a platform for running inference workloads with low latency and cost efficiency across global data centers.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingSemiconductors

lobby-pastinv-spinlaunch@2xspinlaunch.com

SpinLaunch develops a kinetic orbital launch system that uses a rotating accelerator to propel satellites into space at ultra-high speeds, reducing fuel and structural requirements compared to traditional rockets. The company targets enterprise customers seeking cost-effective satellite deployment and broadband connectivity services.

Deep TechHardwareSpace Tech

Lykospbclykospbc.com

Lycos PBC develops investigational psychedelic-based therapeutics to treat mental health conditions, with an initial focus on post-traumatic stress disorder. The company applies decades of evidence-based research to create new therapeutic approaches for patients with unmet mental healthcare needs.

BiotechDeep TechMental Health

M Kopam-kopa.com

M-KOPA provides affordable smartphones and digital financial services including loans, health insurance, device protection, and data bundles to customers across East and Southern Africa. The company operates on a flexible payment model enabling customers to access devices and build credit history.

B2B MarketplacesFintech

Magnolia Medical Technologiesmagnolia-medical.com

Magnolia Medical develops the Steripathยฎ platform, an FDA-cleared medical device designed to reduce blood culture contamination and improve diagnostic accuracy for sepsis testing in hospital settings. The solution is used by hospitals and healthcare systems to enhance clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.

Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices

Memomemo.co

Memo provides article readership data and analytics for corporate communications teams, enabling PR professionals to measure press coverage impact and make data-driven media strategy decisions. The platform includes a reporter database powered by readership metrics to help communications teams identify and engage with journalists.

Marketing TechSaaS

Mi5Networksmi5networks.com
Mitrixmitrix.bio

Mitrix Bio develops bioreactor-grown mitochondria encased in vesicles ("Mitlets") for transplantation to address mitochondrial dysfunction in age-related diseases. The company targets treatment of conditions including Alzheimer's, retinal disease, and immune senescence by supplementing cellular energy in patients over 55.

BiotechDeep TechLongevity

Mobius Scientificmobius-scientific.com

Mobius Scientific develops treatments for age-related macular degeneration and other retinal diseases by targeting the root cause of vision loss. The company serves patients with progressive vision loss globally.

BiotechMedical Devices

Modelcodemodelcode.ai
Mycomedicamycomedica.com

MycoMedica Life Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company developing psilocybin-based treatments for mental health and neurodegenerative disorders, including depression, OCD, PMDD, and opioid use disorder. The company conducts clinical trials to establish the safety and efficacy of low-dose psilocybin therapies.

BiotechDigital HealthMental HealthShelton, US

Nanoticsnanotics.com
Naturesfyndnaturesfynd.com

The Fynder Group develops a biotechnology platform using extremophile fungi to produce specialty ingredients, biopharmaceutical drugs, and bio-based materials for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and textile applications. The company leverages proprietary filamentous fungal strains to engineer high-performance solutions across multiple industries.

BiotechFoodTechNew MaterialsChicago, US

Navicnavic.tv

StreamVouch provides services to boost the visibility and engagement of live streamers on platforms like Twitch, Kick, and Trovo by delivering genuine viewers, followers, chatters, and other engagement metrics. The company targets content creators seeking to grow their streaming channels and build authentic audiences.

Creator Economy

NYSE: UBERuber.comin๐•

Uber operates a multi-sided platform providing ride-sharing, food delivery, freight logistics, and business fleet management services across various global markets.

Logistics & Supply ChainMarketplacesMobility & TransportationSan Francisco, US

Travis Kalanick(Co-founder & CEO)Garrett Camp(Co-founder)

OpenGovopengov.comin๐•

OpenGov builds a unified software platform that local and state governments use to manage operations including budgeting, permitting, infrastructure management, procurement, and tax collection. The company serves U.S. public agencies to improve efficiency, accountability, and service delivery.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareGovTechSaaS<UNKNOWN>, US

Zac Bookman(Co-founder)

Openwateropenwater.ccin๐•

Openwater develops miniaturized medical devices that use light, sound, and electromagnetic manipulation to treat diseases including cancers, stroke, and mental illness, operating as a hardware and AI platform for physiological data collection and treatment.

AI & Machine LearningHardwareMedical Devices

Othramothram.com

Othram provides forensic DNA testing and analysis infrastructure for law enforcement agencies, medical examiners, and missing persons organizations to identify human remains and resolve cold cases. The company offers in-house DNA processing, genealogical analysis, and a DNA database (DNASolves) to match forensic evidence with potential relatives.

Deep TechGovTech<UNKNOWN>

Ouraouraring.com

Oura Ring is a wearable smart ring that collects and analyzes 50+ personal health metrics to provide insights on sleep, fitness, and wellness for individual users.

HardwareHealthtechWellness & Fitness

Palantirpalantir.com
Peopledatalabspeopledatalabs.com
PillPackpillpack.comin

PillPack is a full-service pharmacy that organizes and delivers medications to customers, managing automatic refills and coordinating directly with doctors and insurance providers.

Digital HealthHealthtechManchester, US

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Lauder Partners invest at?
Lauder Partners invests at the Series B stage.
What sectors does Lauder Partners focus on?
Lauder Partners focuses on AI & Machine Learning, B2B Marketplaces, Biotech, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Data & Infrastructure, Defense Tech, Developer Tools, Digital Health, EdTech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Fintech, FoodTech, Gaming, GovTech, Hardware, Healthtech, IoT, LegalTech, Longevity, Marketplaces, Medical Devices, Mobility & Transportation, PropTech, Quantum Computing, SaaS, Semiconductors, Space Tech, Wellness & Fitness.
Where is Lauder Partners located?
Lauder Partners is headquartered in Palo Alto, US.

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