LakeStar
General contacts
Investor type
VC
Founded
2012
AUM
$2 000 M
Location
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Investor profile last updated: 31 August, 2026
Profile
Lakestar is one of Europe’s leading venture capital firms, backing groundbreaking technology companies from seed stage to scale. Founded in 2012 by Klaus Hommels, Lakestar has raised over €2 billion across four early-stage and two growth funds, with a mission to support exceptional founders building transformative businesses in Europe and beyond.
With deep operational expertise and a hands-on approach, Lakestar partners with its portfolio on product, technology, go-to-market, talent, and regulatory strategy - supporting companies from their earliest days through to growth and exit.
Current investments include pioneering companies such as Aleph Alpha, Auterion, Blockchain, Colossyan, GetYourGuide, HomeToGo, Isar Aerospace, Neko Health, Revolut, and sennder.
A long-standing advocate for Europe’s digital sovereignty, Lakestar has a presence in London, Berlin, and Zurich, with a diverse team of more than 50 professionals representing 18 nationalities.
Industry
LakeStar Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lakestar II
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Venture Capital (VC)
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E-commerce/Marketplace
Financial Services
Fintech
Media and Entertainment
Deeptech
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Pre-seed
Seed
|
Europe
|
$5-10 m
|
$370 M
|
August 2015
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Lakestar III
|
Venture Capital (VC)
|
Healthcare Services
Media and Entertainment
SaaS
Software
Technology
HealthTech
|
Pre-seed
Seed
|
North America
Europe
|
$5-10 m
|
$270 M
|
February 2018
|
|
Lakestar IV
|
Venture Capital (VC)
|
Financial Services
Fintech
Gaming
Healthcare Services
Media and Entertainment
HealthTech
|
Pre-seed
Seed
|
North America
Europe
|
$5-10 m
|
$270 M
|
April 2024
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|
Lakestar Continuation Fund I
|
Venture Capital (VC)
|
Financial Services
Fintech
Gaming
Healthcare Services
Media and Entertainment
Real Estate
SaaS
Security
Software
HealthTech
|
Pre-seed
Seed
|
Europe
|
$5-10 m
|
$265 M
|
August 2025
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FAQs about LakeStar
Is LakeStar a venture capital or private equity firm?
LakeStar is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series B, writing tickets of $100+ m.
Where is LakeStar located?
LakeStar is located in Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.
When was LakeStar founded?
LakeStar was founded in 2012.
What sectors and industries does LakeStar invest in?
LakeStar invests in companies and startups in TravelTech, Music, Travel, Transportation, Sports/SportsTech, Software, Security, Robotics, Real Estate, Media and Entertainment, Healthcare Services, Gaming, Foodtech, Food and Beverage, Fintech, Financial Services, Fashion/Beauty, Education, Edtech, Digital, Defense, E-commerce/Marketplace, Deeptech, SaaS, Technology, HealthTech.
What is LakeStar geographical focus of investments?
LakeStar invests in companies and startups in North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australia and others.
At what stages of companies and startups does LakeStar typically invest in?
LakeStar invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series B.
What is the usual amount of LakeStar investment?
LakeStar usually invests $100+ m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for LakeStar?
LakeStar has around $2 000m assets under management.
When was LakeStar last fund created?
LakeStar last fund was created/launched in 2025-08-28
What are the contacts of LakeStar?
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