LightShed Ventures is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments within the Technology, Media, Telecom, and Consumer sectors. Founded in 2020 by industry veterans Richard Greenfield, Walter Piecyk, Brandon Ross, and Jamie Roberts Seltzer, the firm leverages its extensive experience and network to identify and support disruptive companies. Prior to launching LightShed Ventures, the founders co-founded LightShed Partners in 2019, a leading TMT research firm for institutional investors.

This research-driven approach underpins their investment strategy, focusing on companies that are poised to redefine their respective industries. The firm's inaugural fund, LightShed Ventures Fund I, closed in May 2021 with $75 million in capital, primarily investing in Seed and Series A rounds. Notable investments include Podchaser, Slipstream, and Antenna Analytics.

LightShed Ventures is headquartered in Armonk, New York, and maintains a strong presence in the TMT industry through its research and media platforms.