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LaunchNY Seed Fund Management II
LaunchNY Seed Fund Management II, LLC is a state-registered investment adviser in Buffalo, NY. It manages the LaunchNY Seed Fund. The fund invests in New York...
LaunchNY Seed Fund Management II
LaunchNY Seed Fund Management II, LLC is a state-registered investment adviser in Buffalo, NY. It manages the LaunchNY Seed Fund. The fund invests in New York State-based startups.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Buffalo
Corporate office
Buffalo, NY, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Is LaunchNY Seed Fund Management II a nonprofit or a for-profit entity?
The seed fund vehicle itself is structured as a for-profit investment manager, distinct from the parent Launch NY nonprofit. The nonprofit provides the deal-sourcing infrastructure and mentorship at no cost to founders; the fund then invests on commercial terms into the most promising graduates of that pipeline.
What is the fund's geographic mandate?
The mandate is restricted to the 27 counties of upstate New York, with particular density in Buffalo and Rochester. Companies must maintain a meaningful operational presence in the region to qualify for investment.
Does LaunchNY Seed Fund Management II invest outside of New York?
No. The firm's dual structural and economic-development mandate ties capital exclusively to New York State, specifically the upstate region. Portability of a portfolio company outside the state is generally a disqualifying event for follow-on investment.
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