We are committed to building a better future by applying our expertise in purpose-driven investing across both private and public markets. Our funds invest in business models that aim to create lasting positive impact while delivering attractive returns for our investors.
Our focus
Lightrock remains a pioneer within the sustainable investment industry, with its impact investing activities being initiated by our Chairman & Founder Prince Max von Liechtenstein in 2009 to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Established as an independent global investment platform in 2021, Lightrock operates at the intersection of growth, technology and impact, with the firm’s investing aiming to generate financial as well as measurable social and environmental returns.
*private equity portfolio
Our asset classes
We apply our expertise in impact and ESG across private and public market investments.
How we work with entrepreneurs
Purpose-led entrepreneurs choose Lightrock because of our shared vision, distinct expertise, and team’s hands-on experience.
We go beyond simply providing capital to our CEOs. Our private market investment professionals draw on dedicated in-house knowledge and extensive global networks, encompassing leading advisors, operators, investors, and partners for growth.
We supply bespoke action plans to our portfolio companies. Through our minority stakes and board position, we ensure active participation in value creation and impact orientation.
The teams that run our portfolio companies on a day-to-day basis are critical to their success. We recognise the value of benchmarking and developing departments including HR, Finance, IT, Marketing & Communications, and governance.
We leverage our global relationships and networks to benefit our portfolio. This includes industry introductions, sector expertise, raising funds, and media relations.
How we partner with investors
We have a diverse global LP base that participates in Lightrock’s strategies. We are backed by LGT, the international private banking and asset management group, the Princely House of Liechtenstein, and other leading global institutions. These include asset managers, foundations, charities, family offices, pension funds, endowments, funds of funds, development finance institutions (DFIs), sovereign institutions, and leading corporates.
Aligned by our joint values, we collaborate with our LPs to strengthen the Lightrock portfolio companies.
Experienced team
Our team members’ varied backgrounds are an indisputable asset. The 130+ Lightrock colleagues – almost half of which are women – represent approximately 30 nationalities and speak over 20 languages.
Impact measurement and management
We are committed to Impact Measurement and Management best practices, as demonstrated by our proprietary impact assessment. Lightrock’s cutting-edge approach harnesses our rich history in impact investing and incorporates the highest industry standards for impact and ESG monitoring into our models.
