Velvet Sea Ventures

Velvet Sea Ventures is a multi-stage venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2019 by Kass Lazerow, Matthew Giampetroni, Michael Lazerow, and John Giampetroni. The firm focuses on helping entrepreneurs turn their visions into reality by providing capital and hands-on strategic support. With over 80 years of combined experience and more than $2.2 billion invested, Velvet Sea offers seed-to-growth stage investments across various sectors. The firm is known for backing high-growth companies in industries like human capital services, fintech, and semiconductors. Their diverse portfolio includes companies such as Scopely, Liquid Death, SuperRare, and eToro, emphasizing Velvet Sea's versatility in supporting businesses from gaming to consumer products. Velvet Sea Ventures takes pride in being more than just a capital provider; they partner closely with their portfolio companies to drive innovation and long-term success. Their team has led numerous high-profile investments, including in Autograph and LeoLabs, and they continue to expand their reach across various sectors globally.