Lightfield Equity

Lightfield Equity operates as a family office, investing its own capital into early-stage technology startups, typically pre-seed to Series A. The firm targets companies with robust technological solutions and scalable business models for long-term impact. Their approach emphasizes patient capital and active partnership, fostering resilience and enduring value within their portfolio.

Co-founded in 2016 by Jan Philippiak and Eric Sommer, Lightfield Equity leverages their deep entrepreneurial and investment expertise. Philippiak, a Roland Berger alumnus, began investing in startups in 2008. Sommer, a former management consultant, co-founded one of Germany's pioneering special situations private equity general partners, bringing extensive investment experience.

Lightfield Equity partners with ambitious founders demonstrating visionary thinking and diligent execution in solving problems through technology. The firm aims to transform innovative concepts into sustained industry leaders through strategic guidance and flexible investment structures. Their vision focuses on cultivating businesses for generational value and market leadership.