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Builders Vision

Builders Vision is Lukas Walton's single-family office focused on climate, food systems, and ocean investments.

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Builders Vision

Builders Vision was established in 2017 by Lukas Walton, grandson of Walmart founder Sam Walton. Samantha Walton joined as co-founder. The underlying capital traces to the Walton family's Walmart holdings. The firm allocates across AgriTech & FoodTech, ClimateTech, Energy Transition & Renewables, Circular Economy, WaterTech, and Digital Health. It employs direct co-investments, fund-of-funds vehicles, private credit, and philanthropic structures. Activity spans North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Investment stages range from seed to growth equity. The platform operates from headquarters at 167 N Green Street in Chicago with a second office in San Francisco. Lukas Walton also serves on the board of the Walton Family Foundation. Adjacent vehicles include Builders Initiative Foundation.

General information

Firm type

Single Family Office

Year founded

2017

AUM

Undisclosed

Location

Region

North America

Country

United States

City

Chicago

Corporate office

Chicago, IL, United States

Additional offices

San Francisco, CA, United States

Principals

Lukas Walton

Founder and Executive Chairman

Altss tracks 1 additional named team member for this firm — including direct investment leads, IR, and operating principals not listed on the public website.

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Sector focus

AgriTech & FoodTechClimateTechEnergy Transition & RenewablesCircular EconomyWaterTechDigital Health

Frequently asked questions

Who runs investment decisions at Builders Vision?

Lukas Walton serves as Founder and Executive Chairman. Samantha Walton acts as co-founder with involvement in Builders Initiative.

How does Builders Vision source proprietary deal flow?

The firm draws on Walton family networks, participation in the CREO Syndicate, and World Economic Forum events.

Does Builders Vision participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?

It uses both direct co-investments and fund-of-funds commitments alongside philanthropic structures.

What investment stages does Builders Vision typically target?

The firm covers seed, Series A, Series B, early stage, growth, and private credit.

Where does the underlying wealth come from?

The capital originates from the Walton family's ownership stake in Walmart.

Does Builders Vision maintain philanthropic structures, and how are they separated?

Builders Initiative Foundation operates alongside the investment platform. Lukas Walton also serves on the Walton Family Foundation board.

What is Builders Vision's known posture on co-investments alongside external GPs?

The firm engages in direct co-investments and maintains relationships with co-investors such as Breakthrough Energy.

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