Looking Glass Capital
Venture capitalActively deployingNew York · Pre-Seed–Seed · 1 people tracked
Also known as LOOKING GLASS CAPITAL LLC
Investment thesis
Looking Glass Capital invests in and supports mission-driven founders during the earliest days of company building. The firm makes high-conviction investments in non-consensus opportunities, focusing on entrepreneurs tackling major societal challenges across three core themes: health, climate, and empowerment.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×1Healthtech ×1HR Tech ×1Mental Health ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 1 tracked
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Enterprise SoftwareHealthtechHR TechMental HealthNashville, US
James Murray(Founder)inWarren Sadler(Founder)inMarcus Whitney(Director)
PartnerAdam Besvinick· solo GP
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Looking Glass Capital invest at?
- Looking Glass Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is Looking Glass Capital's typical check size?
- Looking Glass Capital typically writes checks of $300K – $400K.
- What sectors does Looking Glass Capital focus on?
- Looking Glass Capital focuses on Climate Tech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, SaaS.
- Where is Looking Glass Capital located?
- Looking Glass Capital is headquartered in New York, US.
- Does Looking Glass Capital lead rounds?
- Yes, Looking Glass Capital leads investment rounds.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamInvestor Connect - 770 - Adam Besvinick of Looking Glass Capital
Hall Martin · Adam Besvinick
Adam Besvinick: Looking Glass Capital's Early-Stage Vision for Impact
Grace Gong · Adam Besvinick
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