Houghton Street Ventures

Houghton Street Ventures, founded in 2019 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage companies. The firm specifically targets businesses operated by alumni, students, and faculty of the London School of Economics and Political Science. By leveraging this unique network, Houghton Street Ventures aims to support innovative ventures that emerge from a community known for its academic rigor and entrepreneurial spirit.

Veronika Kapustina

Partner

Hannah Leach

Partner

9 past transactions

Venteur

Series A in 2025
Venteur simplifies employee health benefits through its AI-driven platform. It facilitates Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs), empowering employees with tailored insurance options while providing employers predictability in benefits budget and cost control.

FirstWork

Seed Round in 2025
FirstWork is a technology company that specializes in human resource management software for businesses with frontline workforces. Their platform, designed to be mobile-first, leverages artificial intelligence to enhance communication, streamline hiring and training processes, automate payroll, and provide real-time compliance validation. By consolidating these functions under a single, AI-powered system, FirstWork aims to help businesses increase operational efficiency, reduce administrative burdens, and improve worker retention.

Heim Health

Seed Round in 2024
Heim Health is a healthcare firm using technology to deliver scalable, community-based solutions.

Valpas

Seed Round in 2024
Valpas is a company focused on enhancing bed bug safety in the hospitality industry, providing innovative prevention systems that allow hotels to protect their guests and maintain a pest-free environment. Their technology features a bioengineered design that integrates a standard pitfall trap with wireless capabilities, effectively attracting, trapping, and detecting bed bugs while preventing infestations. By adopting Valpas systems, hotels can eliminate the need for harmful pesticides, reducing environmental impact and promoting guest safety. Valpas has garnered positive recognition from a growing number of highly-rated hotels worldwide, making it a trusted choice for both leisure and corporate travelers who prioritize safety in their accommodations. The Valpas label signifies a commitment to guest protection and sustainable practices in the hospitality sector.

BinStar

Seed Round in 2023
BinStar is an e-commerce and retail company that offers users a shopping experience in the form of treasure hunt.

Venteur

Seed Round in 2023
Venteur simplifies employee health benefits through its AI-driven platform. It facilitates Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs), empowering employees with tailored insurance options while providing employers predictability in benefits budget and cost control.

Comet Rocks

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Comet Rocks develops an embedded e-commerce platform that enables brands to engage customers directly within online applications. Its platform offers shoppable media, embeddable stores, express checkout options, and ensures brand consistency across the internet.

Raylo Group Limited

Venture Round in 2022
Founded in 2018, Raylo offers iPhones on a subscription basis with full insurance coverage against loss, theft, and accidental damage. Its unique model enables customers to upgrade regularly by returning their old devices for refurbishment and resale, promoting sustainability.

SSOReady

SSOReady is a technology company that provides free, open-source Software Development Kits (SDKs) enabling software developers to integrate SAML single sign-on functionality into their applications. Their platform also offers a customer relationship management system, featuring a library of tools such as custom UI, integration templates, and a flexible database, allowing customers to create tailored systems of record for their go-to-market operations.
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