Lightspeed Israel

Lightspeed Israel, established in 2006, is a venture capital firm based in Tel Aviv, Israel. It invests in seed, early, and later-stage companies across the information technology and TMT sectors. The firm focuses on supporting innovative Israeli startups, providing capital and strategic guidance to accelerate their growth. Lightspeed Israel typically invests between $2 million to $25 million per company, with a particular interest in enterprise, health, fintech, and consumer sectors. It manages multiple funds, including Lightspeed Venture Partners IX and Lightspeed India Partners I & II, to support its investment activities in Israel and India.

Shaurya Aggarwal

Partner

Vaibhav Agrawal

Venture Partner

James Alcorn

Partner

Saqib Awan

Partner

Moritz Baier-Lentz

Partner and Head of Gaming

Mercedes Bent

Partner

Luke Beseda

Partner

Akshay Bhushan

Partner

Taggart Bonham

Partner

Guru Chahal

Partner

Yoni Cheifetz

Partner

Yoni Cheifetz

Partner

Sun Daniel

Partner

Amish Desai

Partner

Sebastian Duesterhoeft

Partner

Barry Eggers

Co-Founder and Partner

Sam Eisler

Partner

James Ephrati

Partner

Jack Fowler

Partner

Aaron Frank

Venture Partner

Adam Goldberg

Venture Partner

Globin Guo

Executive Director

Gaurav Gupta

Partner

David Gussarsky

Partner

Herry Han

Co-Founder and Partner

Lisa Han

Partner

Rob Horton JD

COO

Galym Imanbayev

Partner

Galym Imanbayev MD

Partner

Nnamdi Iregbulem

Partner

Raviraj Jain

Partner

Arif Janmohamed

Partner

Julie Kainz

Partner

Ansaf Kareem

Partner

Alex Kayyal

Partner

Dev Khare

Partner

Issac Kim

Partner

Will Kohler

Partner

Harsha Kumar

Associate Partner

Pinn Lawjindakul

Partner

Pachara Lawjindakul

Partner

Pachara Lawjindakul

Partner

Will Leas

Partner

Jeremy Liew

Partner

Connor Love

Partner

John Luongo

Venture Partner

Natalie Luu

Partner

Naveed Matinfar

Partner

Ravi Mhatre

Co-Founder and Partner

James Mi

Founding Partner

Andrew Moley

Operating Partner and CFO

Tal Morgenstern

Partner

Peter Nieh

Partner and Co-Founder

Justin Overdorff

Partner

Zac Pan

Associate Partner

Apoorva Pandhi

Associate

Krish Parikh

Partner of Business Services

Nicole Quinn

Partner

Adrian Nicholas Radu

Partner

Christopher Schaepe

Co-Founder

Alexander Schmitt

Partner

Shan Shan

Partner

Justin Shen

Partner

Justin Shen

Partner

Shuvi Shrivastava

Partner

Ishaan Preet Singh

Investor

Adam Smith

Partner

Bejul Somaia

Partner

Rahul Taneja

Partner

Alex Taussig

Partner

John Thompson

Venture Partner

Anoushka Vaswani

Partner

Rytis Vitkauskas

Partner

Jason Wang

Vice President

Nathan Wang

Vice President

Nathan Wu

Partner, Growth

Mark Xu

Partner

Cici Yang

Vice President

Jerry Ye

Partner, Data Platform

Haowei Zhai

Vice President

Issac Zhang

Vice President

Ju Zhang

Executive Director

Gavin Zhu

Partner

Hu Peipei

Investment Manager

Past deals in Rental

Summer

Series A in 2023
Summer offers comprehensive property management services focused on vacation homes. The company operates a homeownership platform designed to assist clients in purchasing second homes and renting them out. By combining a rent-to-own program with short-term rental options, Summer aims to lower both the initial investment and ongoing costs associated with owning a second home. This approach simplifies the process, minimizing bureaucratic hurdles and allowing users to either move into ready-to-live-in homes or select their preferred second home.

Summer

Seed Round in 2022
Summer offers comprehensive property management services focused on vacation homes. The company operates a homeownership platform designed to assist clients in purchasing second homes and renting them out. By combining a rent-to-own program with short-term rental options, Summer aims to lower both the initial investment and ongoing costs associated with owning a second home. This approach simplifies the process, minimizing bureaucratic hurdles and allowing users to either move into ready-to-live-in homes or select their preferred second home.

United Dwelling

Convertible Note in 2021
United Dwelling, Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Los Angeles, California, focuses on addressing the affordable housing crisis by transforming underutilized spaces, such as garages and backyards, into additional dwelling units. The company assists property owners and developers in maximizing the value of their land by adding these units to rental or vacant properties. United Dwelling manages the entire process, which includes design, permitting, construction, tenant placement, property management, and maintenance. By utilizing data to identify suitable lots, the company primarily targets low-income and middle-income neighborhoods, contributing to workforce housing solutions. This approach not only provides affordable homes but also enables homeowners to generate additional income through monthly rent and increases their property value.

ShearShare

Seed Round in 2020
ShearShare, Inc., also known as HAIRbnb, is a mobile platform that connects salon and barbershop owners with licensed beauty professionals, allowing them to rent unused suites and booths on demand. Established in 2015 and based in McKinney, Texas, the company caters to a diverse clientele including cosmetologists, barbers, hairstylists, makeup artists, and various beauty specialists. ShearShare offers a comprehensive database of on-demand salon and barbershop space rentals, providing affordable leasing options and essential business tools to self-employed stylists. In addition to its rental services, the platform includes advertising options, further supporting beauty professionals in their pursuit of flexible working arrangements.

Mynd

Series C in 2020
Mynd is a technology-driven property management company specializing in single-family rental properties. It offers a suite of services, including property marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance, and accounting, to help investment property owners efficiently manage their assets and maximize returns. The company leverages technology and data analytics to enhance property performance, ensure timely communication, and provide property owners with real-time information and financial reports via its digital platforms.

United Dwelling

Series B in 2020
United Dwelling, Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Los Angeles, California, focuses on addressing the affordable housing crisis by transforming underutilized spaces, such as garages and backyards, into additional dwelling units. The company assists property owners and developers in maximizing the value of their land by adding these units to rental or vacant properties. United Dwelling manages the entire process, which includes design, permitting, construction, tenant placement, property management, and maintenance. By utilizing data to identify suitable lots, the company primarily targets low-income and middle-income neighborhoods, contributing to workforce housing solutions. This approach not only provides affordable homes but also enables homeowners to generate additional income through monthly rent and increases their property value.

2Boss

Series C in 2019
2Boss is a chinese mobile app that provides housing information, and prices, and makes recommendations for house buyers.

Unilodgers

Series A in 2019
Unilodgers, Inc. operates an online marketplace dedicated to student housing, facilitating the search for accommodation tailored to the needs of students globally. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to address the challenges of student mobility within a market valued at over $250 billion. Unilodgers provides a platform that features verified properties, offering secure and instant booking options. With offices in the UK, India, and Australia, the company strives to connect students with suitable housing solutions, bridging the gap between their accommodation needs and available options worldwide.

Alpaca

Venture Round in 2018
Alpaca is a tech start-up that helps both renters and landlords throughout the tedious journey of renting apartments. Its team has helped over 4 million roommates, renters, and landlords through the process of finding a home. Alpaca’s AI manages the largest network of housing Facebook groups in the world, active in over 200 cities. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

OYO

Series E in 2018
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

Mynd

Series B in 2018
Mynd is a technology-driven property management company specializing in single-family rental properties. It offers a suite of services, including property marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance, and accounting, to help investment property owners efficiently manage their assets and maximize returns. The company leverages technology and data analytics to enhance property performance, ensure timely communication, and provide property owners with real-time information and financial reports via its digital platforms.

Wanduoduo

Series B in 2018
Wanduoduo is an online platform that provides high-end toys for rent.

HomeShare

Seed Round in 2018
HomeShare is a co-living marketplace based in San Francisco that facilitates affordable city living by connecting individuals with compatible housemates. The company operates in five major markets: San Francisco, Silicon Valley, New York, Seattle, and Los Angeles. HomeShare's platform prioritizes personality matching to ensure compatibility among housemates, fostering a harmonious living environment. In addition to helping users find accommodation, HomeShare offers spacious units and installs privacy partitions to enhance user privacy. The company aims to unlock urban living opportunities, making attractive housing options accessible to single professionals seeking community-oriented living arrangements.

2Boss

Series B in 2018
2Boss is a chinese mobile app that provides housing information, and prices, and makes recommendations for house buyers.

Mynd

Venture Round in 2017
Mynd is a technology-driven property management company specializing in single-family rental properties. It offers a suite of services, including property marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance, and accounting, to help investment property owners efficiently manage their assets and maximize returns. The company leverages technology and data analytics to enhance property performance, ensure timely communication, and provide property owners with real-time information and financial reports via its digital platforms.

OYO

Series D in 2017
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

Mynd

Series A in 2017
Mynd is a technology-driven property management company specializing in single-family rental properties. It offers a suite of services, including property marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance, and accounting, to help investment property owners efficiently manage their assets and maximize returns. The company leverages technology and data analytics to enhance property performance, ensure timely communication, and provide property owners with real-time information and financial reports via its digital platforms.

OYO

Series C in 2016
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

OYO

Series B in 2015
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

OYO

Series A in 2015
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

Lulutrip

Series A in 2014
Lulutrip, Inc., based in Silicon Valley, California, specializes in providing travel services for Chinese-speaking customers worldwide. As an innovative online travel agency, Lulutrip offers a comprehensive platform where users can access a variety of travel products, including sightseeing tours, activities, entertainment and attraction tickets, cruises, as well as air, hotel, and rental car bookings specifically for American and European destinations. The company is committed to delivering a tailored travel experience by combining its advanced online booking system with personalized travel consulting services, supported by a team of experienced bilingual travel agents. With its mission of "Global Travel, Local Service," Lulutrip aims to cater to the needs of Chinese international travelers through convenient and accessible travel solutions.

Luxe

Seed Round in 2014
Luxe is building a logistics platform that will drive the next generation of local real time services, beginning with parking. The free Luxe app, available on iPhone, transforms parking from a necessary evil to a daily highlight. With a veteran team of leaders from Zynga, Tesla, Google, Yahoo and Groupon, a fleet of prescreened, friendly valets, dozens of insured and secure indoor parking lots and a sophisticated technology platform that monitors every step of the process from drop-off to pick-up, Luxe is leading the charge on a new industry of on demand services that addresses a ubiquitous urban challenge: parking.

uuzuche.com

Series A in 2014
uuzuche.com is a private car sharing platform. uuzuche.com is more focused on the service surrounding the neighborhood community. The idea is to smooth out the rental and return process into a "Seamless Docking". The P2P channel makes the car rental price 30% lower than traditional costs, making it a more economic and environmental solution for those who need a vehicle.

OYO

Seed Round in 2014
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

OYO

Seed Round in 2014
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

Tujia

Series B in 2013
Tujia, launched on December 1, 2011, is a leading global lodging service sharing and booking platform based in China. It specializes in offering a wide range of accommodations, including apartments, homestays, and villas, catering to various travel needs such as family vacations, business trips, and short-term rentals. Tujia has expanded its network to encompass 345 domestic and 1,037 international destinations, featuring over one million online listings. The platform enables users to easily book accommodations via PC, smartphone, or WeChat, ensuring a seamless experience that allows guests to immerse themselves in local lifestyles. Tujia prioritizes quality by rigorously examining all listings and has established an Advance Compensation System to provide financial security for users. It also encourages homeowners to list their properties, offering them the opportunity to generate income while participating in a global community. With additional services like RBA, Tujia enhances value for homeowners, making property rental a straightforward and rewarding experience.

SureAuto

Series B in 2012
SureAuto Corporation is a Beijing-based retailer specializing in second-hand automobiles. The company focuses on providing quality used cars to its customers, ensuring that each vehicle comes with warranty, maintenance, insurance, and repurchase guarantee services. This approach allows consumers to purchase reliable vehicles at reasonable prices, enhancing their overall buying experience in the used car market.

Tujia

Series A in 2012
Tujia, launched on December 1, 2011, is a leading global lodging service sharing and booking platform based in China. It specializes in offering a wide range of accommodations, including apartments, homestays, and villas, catering to various travel needs such as family vacations, business trips, and short-term rentals. Tujia has expanded its network to encompass 345 domestic and 1,037 international destinations, featuring over one million online listings. The platform enables users to easily book accommodations via PC, smartphone, or WeChat, ensuring a seamless experience that allows guests to immerse themselves in local lifestyles. Tujia prioritizes quality by rigorously examining all listings and has established an Advance Compensation System to provide financial security for users. It also encourages homeowners to list their properties, offering them the opportunity to generate income while participating in a global community. With additional services like RBA, Tujia enhances value for homeowners, making property rental a straightforward and rewarding experience.
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