Lavrock Ventures

Lavrock Ventures is a McLean, Virginia-based venture capital firm established in 2016, specializing in high-growth enterprise software and technology companies. The firm distinguishes itself by primarily targeting companies that serve the U.S. national security, federal, and broader commercial markets. This strategic focus leverages the deep expertise of its founding team, which comprises seasoned founders, operators, and investors with extensive backgrounds in both national security and enterprise technology sectors.

The firm typically invests across Seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds, indicating a commitment to supporting companies through various critical growth phases. Lavrock Ventures aims to be a significant partner, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance derived from their operational experience. Their investment thesis centers on identifying innovative technologies that can address complex challenges within their target markets, particularly those with dual-use potential for both government and commercial applications.

Lavrock Ventures has progressively grown its capital base, demonstrating increasing confidence from limited partners. Their first fund, Lavrock Ventures I, closed in 2018 with $85 million. This was followed by Lavrock Ventures II in 2021, which secured $150 million. Most recently, in February 2023, the firm announced the close of Lavrock Ventures III, raising $200 million. Across these funds, Lavrock Ventures typically deploys initial checks ranging from $5 million to $20 million, positioning them as a key investor for early to growth-stage companies in their specialized domains.