Northern Light Venture Capital

About The Fund

Northern Light Venture Capital (NLVC) is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on innovation and disruptive technology within China. Founded in 2005 and headquartered at 32F Tower 2 of China Central Place, No.79 Jianguo Road Chaoyang District, Beijing, the firm is strategically positioned to engage with emergent enterprises in critical sectors such as technology, media and telecom (TMT), advanced technology, and healthcare. With an investment range from $3,000,000 to $200,000,000, NLVC caters to diverse funding requirements, optimizing its investment capabilities towards expansion, management buyouts/leveraged buyouts (MBO/LBO), and early-stage ventures. NLVC's investment thesis extends to equity investments where they anticipate significant growth potential. The firm prides itself on a global perspective and a tech-centric approach to venture capitalism, distinguishing its methods from others in the industry. By investing at the crossroads of enterprise, healthcare, and consumer opportunities, NLVC leverages societal changes and technological advancements to foster companies that redefine consumer experiences. Their portfolio reflects a commitment to progress with purpose through investments that not only offer financial returns but also drive forward human advancement. NLVC's operational and technical expertise stems from a team composed of experienced founders, engineers, marketers, scientists, and researchers coming from prestigious backgrounds and well-known industry players like NetScreen Technologies, Juniper Networks, Agilent Technologies, and Broadcom, as well as giants in the tech and healthcare sectors such as Facebook, Google, and Johnson & Johnson. The team's academic roots span universities such as UPenn, Stanford, Harvard, Duke, and USC, alongside leading academic and research institutes in Asia. The collective experience and network of the NLVC team empower them to provide valuable insights, ask the right questions, and contribute effectively to the success of their portfolio companies, nurturing the next generation of founders with deep skills, knowledge, and resources.