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Craig Lifschutz
InvestorManaging Director at Lytical Ventures
New York City Metropolitan Area
Writes $100K – $5M checks
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About
Craig Lifschutz is a Founder and Managing Partner of Lytical Ventures, where he sits on the Investment Committee, and also serves as Senior Managing Director at Lyrical Partners alongside Jeff Keswin. His career spans operating, investing, advisory, and board roles, including stints as COO and CFO at DG Capital and Vice President at Neuberger Berman. As an entrepreneur, he founded Goodmouth, a subscription oral care company that was later acquired, and Avocation Entertainment, which produced the documentary New York Street Games. He helps shape Lytical Ventures' strategy and supports its portfolio companies.
Invests in
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Beyond investing
- Founded
- Founded Lytical Ventures and serves as a Managing Partner. Founded Goodmouth, a subscription-based oral care company that was acquired. Founded Avocation Entertainment, which produced the documentary New York Street Games.
- Education
- Earned an MBA from New York University. Earned a BA in Sociology from The George Washington University.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is Craig Lifschutz?
- Craig Lifschutz is a Founder and Managing Partner of Lytical Ventures, where he sits on the Investment Committee, and also serves as Senior Managing Director at Lyrical Partners alongside Jeff Keswin. His career spans operating, investing, advisory, and board roles, including stints as COO and CFO at DG Capital and Vice President at Neuberger Berman. As an entrepreneur, he founded Goodmouth, a subscription oral care company that was later acquired, and Avocation Entertainment, which produced the documentary New York Street Games. He helps shape Lytical Ventures' strategy and supports its portfolio companies.
- Where does Craig Lifschutz work?
- Craig Lifschutz is Managing Director at Lytical Ventures.
- What does Craig Lifschutz invest in?
- Craig Lifschutz invests in AI & Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Data & Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, SaaS.
- What check size does Craig Lifschutz write?
- Craig Lifschutz typically writes checks of $100K – $5M.
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