LongJump

LongJump is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and located in Chicago, Illinois. It focuses on investing in early and seed-stage technology companies, particularly those based in the Illinois region. LongJump aims to support the next generation of founders by providing essential resources, including capital, connections, and a community that fosters growth and scalability. This approach enables entrepreneurs to develop their businesses effectively while navigating the challenges of the startup landscape. By prioritizing early-stage investments, LongJump seeks to cultivate innovative solutions and drive economic growth within its local ecosystem.

Kurt Akers

LP Investor

Rebecca Kahnweiler

Managing Partner and General Partner

Brian Luerssen

General Partner

2 past transactions

Science On Call

Pre Seed Round in 2022
24/7 subscription-based tech support for restaurants. Help with point of sale, internet, Wi-Fi, online ordering, email, phones, and more — just one call or text away, even on nights & weekends! A Techstars Farm to Fork Accelerator portfolio company (2021), Food Foundry (2020)

Science On Call

Pre Seed Round in 2021
24/7 subscription-based tech support for restaurants. Help with point of sale, internet, Wi-Fi, online ordering, email, phones, and more — just one call or text away, even on nights & weekends! A Techstars Farm to Fork Accelerator portfolio company (2021), Food Foundry (2020)
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