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Lockstep Ventures
Venture capitalNew York · Seed · 4 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Sub-$50M fund backing founders of color and startups tackling racial disparities (health, wealth, education, justice), with founders including CPG marketer B. Bonin Bough and Marcus Glover, core fair‑chance hiring.
Team · 4 people
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Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Lockstep Ventures invest at?
- Lockstep Ventures invests at the Seed stage.
- What is Lockstep Ventures's typical check size?
- Lockstep Ventures typically writes checks of $25K – $100K.
- Where is Lockstep Ventures located?
- Lockstep Ventures is headquartered in New York, US.
- Does Lockstep Ventures lead rounds?
- Lockstep Ventures typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamFemale VC Lab Podcast E076: Marcus Glover of Lockstep Ventures
Female VC Lab · Marcus Glover
Marcus Glover, Co-Founder, General Partner at Lockstep Ventures | Black Investor Spotlight
SHOPPE BLACK · Marcus Glover
IG LIVE - Marcus Glover @ Lockstep Ventures
WERULE · Marcus Glover
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