Lerer Hippeau

Lerer Hippeau, founded in 2010 by Ken Lerer, Ben Lerer, and Eric Hippeau, is an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York City. The firm is known for being one of the most active venture capital funds in the region, with a portfolio that includes over 250 companies in various sectors, particularly in consumer and enterprise markets. Lerer Hippeau focuses on seed to later-stage investments and has backed notable companies such as Allbirds, Bowery Farming, K Health, and Zipline. The firm aims to partner with founders who demonstrate strong product vision and customer insight, emphasizing the importance of brand building. Additionally, Lerer Hippeau has adopted the Diversity Term Sheet Rider to promote inclusivity within its investment practices.

Graham Brown

Managing Partner

Stephanie Manning Cohen

Operating Partner

Sharlene Guiriba

Associate

Andrea Hippeau

Partner

Eric Hippeau

Managing Partner

Suraj Kapoor

Director

Ken Lerer

Managing Partner

Benjamin Lerer

Managing Partner

Ben Lerer

Managing Partner

Robert Li

Associate

Will McKelvey

Investor

Joe Medved

Partner, LH Strategy

Isabelle Phelps

Partner

Maurice Russo

Investor

Caitlin Strandberg

Partner

Max Wechter

Director of Strategy

James Wellemeyer

Investor

Mendy Yang

Associate

Past deals in Speech Recognition

Ava

Series A in 2022
Ava is a mobile application designed to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals by providing real-time captioning of group conversations. Utilizing advanced speech and mobile technologies, Ava captures spoken dialogue and translates it into text, color-coding contributions from different speakers for easy identification. This innovative solution allows users to engage fully in social interactions, enhancing their ability to participate in conversations and connect with others. By making group discussions more accessible, Ava aims to create a more inclusive environment for all.

Expressable

Series A in 2022
Expressable is an online speech therapy practice that addresses communication disorders for both children and adults. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company has developed a parent-focused care model that leverages technology and education to integrate speech therapy techniques into everyday life. The platform offers a range of services, including accent modification, aphasia, apraxia of speech, and support for autism spectrum disorder, among others. By providing weekly practice activities, Expressable aims to enhance speech and language outcomes, enabling individuals to improve their communication skills effectively.

Expressable

Seed Round in 2021
Expressable is an online speech therapy practice that addresses communication disorders for both children and adults. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company has developed a parent-focused care model that leverages technology and education to integrate speech therapy techniques into everyday life. The platform offers a range of services, including accent modification, aphasia, apraxia of speech, and support for autism spectrum disorder, among others. By providing weekly practice activities, Expressable aims to enhance speech and language outcomes, enabling individuals to improve their communication skills effectively.

Sonoro

Seed Round in 2020
Sonoro is a global media company based in Los Angeles, with an office in Mexico, focused on producing premium Spanish-language audio content. Founded in 2020, Sonoro collaborates with both established and emerging storytellers to create diverse audio-first content that is accessible across various platforms. This allows users to engage with stories anytime and anywhere, whether on a computer, smartphone, or during daily activities like exercising or shopping. The company's mission is to provide listeners with the opportunity to catch up on their favorite topics while seamlessly integrating audio content into their routines.

Ava

Seed Round in 2016
Ava is a mobile application designed to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals by providing real-time captioning of group conversations. Utilizing advanced speech and mobile technologies, Ava captures spoken dialogue and translates it into text, color-coding contributions from different speakers for easy identification. This innovative solution allows users to engage fully in social interactions, enhancing their ability to participate in conversations and connect with others. By making group discussions more accessible, Ava aims to create a more inclusive environment for all.

Ense

Seed Round in 2016
Ense Inc. operates a social voice platform that allows users to speak, sing, and shout to the world. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in New York, New York.
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