Lazard Technology Partners

About The Fund

Lazard Technology Partners is a venture capital firm that has been actively investing in information technology and technology-enabled companies since its inception in 1997. They manage a portfolio of over $400 million and have made investments in more than 35 companies from 1998 onwards. Specializing in various sectors, they focus on communications; infrastructure software; business process applications and services; as well as technology-enabled financial- or information services companies. Their investment approach is comprehensive, with the firm offering not only capital but strategic support as well. They operate with the goal of partnering with exceptional management teams who exhibit clear vision and dedication to scaling and enhancing their businesses within the technology sphere. With extensive sector-specific experience, Lazard Technology Partners provides both seed and first-round financing to early-stage ventures, along with later-stage growth capital. Initially, they typically invest between $2 million to $8 million and potentially reserve a total of $15 million to $20 million over the investment's lifecycle. While they invest in companies across the United States, there is a geographical preference for companies located in New England or the Mid-Atlantic regions, reflecting the locations of their New York and Washington D.C. offices. This proximity aligns with their collaborative approach to work closely with the management of the companies they invest in. The firm is known for engaging in various stages of a company's lifecycle, from early and seed stages to later stages. As an investment partner, they offer not just financial backing but also strategic guidance to foster long-term growth and market leadership for their portfolio companies. Their maximum investment amount is $20,580,000, while the minimum is $1,500,000, reflecting a wide range of investment capabilities that cater to diverse needs and development stages of technology-focused businesses.