Lerer Hippeau is a premier early-stage venture capital firm based in New York City, founded in 2010. With a reputation for backing “good people with great ideas who aren’t afraid to do hard things,” the firm invests across both consumer and enterprise sectors, including standout startups like Allbirds, Warby Parker, Glossier, and K Health.
Combining operator-led insights with long-term support, Lerer Hippeau serves as founders’ first institutional partner—helping teams scale thoughtfully from day one.
In 2025, the firm raised $200 million for its ninth flagship early-stage fund, underscoring its continued leadership in the evolving New York venture ecosystem
