Two Lanterns Venture Partners

About The Fund

Two Lanterns Venture Partners is an investment fund with a focus on early-stage startups within various high-growth sectors including Media, BioTech, FinTech and Financial Services, Retail and E-Commerce, A.I. and Big Data, HealthTech and Fitness, Medical Devices and Hospital Services, and Healthcare and Wellness. They offer pre-seed and seed funding, with an investment range between $100,000 and $1,000,000, and a sweet spot at $250,000. Positioned to seize the opportunities from dramatic market disruptions, they prioritize working with talented entrepreneurs who design their ventures for new paradigms, ensuring these startups are agile and well-equipped to thrive amidst rapidly changing conditions. Dedicated to software-only startups in the US and Israel, the fund is led by individuals with vast experience in entrepreneurship, technology, science commercialization, and an extensive network of founders, corporate partners, and innovation talent. Their team includes Founder & Managing Director John Harthorne, previously CEO of MassChallenge, where he contributed massively to startup success; Michal Gilon-Yanai, who founded multiple entrepreneurship programs in the US and Israel, and brought her deep experience in healthcare IT and startup advisory to the fund; and Lily Toto, who combines her expertise in consulting and startups to help portfolio companies navigate business challenges and growth opportunities. Two Lanterns also draws on the advice of accomplished advisors like Desh Deshpande, serial mentor, and investor; Zohar Gilon, an experienced angel investor; Peter Parker, a life sciences champion; and Satish Tadikonda, a life science and healthcare investor. The fund's portfolio includes a variety of innovative companies across their targeted industries, each selected for their potential to transform markets and create significant value.