Lorimer Ventures

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Overview

Lorimer Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in early-stage B2B SaaS companies, with focus areas including fintech, e-commerce tooling, developer tools, intelligent infrastructure, and future of work applications.¹²³ The firm consists of over 100 operators, founders, and investors who provide hands-on support such as strategic guidance, customer and talent introductions, and network insights to portfolio companies like TakeShape, Northbeam, Polar Signals, and Capchase.¹²⁵

History

Lorimer Ventures was co-founded by Stephan Cizmar, Nick Wijnberg, Pete Schork, and Zach Magdovitz, experienced entrepreneurs and operators in B2B software, finance, sustainable energy, and product management.¹⁴ The firm is based in Brooklyn and positions itself as a community of 100+ operators building businesses from idea to IPO.²³ It has made 71 investments, with historical check sizes averaging $1.3M and a maximum of $27.4M, the last recorded in February 2025.¹

Notable Products

TakeShape - Portfolio company in the firm's investments.
Northbeam - Portfolio company assisted with key talent sourcing.
Polar Signals - Portfolio company in B2B software.
Capchase - Portfolio company in fintech.

Reputation

Lorimer Ventures is perceived as highly supportive and responsive by portfolio founders, offering deep engagement and practical assistance from recent operators.¹⁵ Professionals note the team's hands-on approach and operational expertise as strengths in early-stage B2B investing.²³ No specific criticisms are documented in available sources.

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