LvlUp Testimonials

Trusted by Founders at Every Stage

At LvlUp Ventures, we invest in and support founders across our funds, accelerators, bootcamps, pitch competitions, events, and programs. From first check to scale, we work closely with founders at every stage. Here’s what the founders in our ecosystem have to say about working with LvlUp.

What 100+ Founders Say About Building With LvlUp

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Seed Fund Port Co

"LvlUp has proven to be demonstrably valuable with their business acumen, mentorship, and forward momentum towards overall growth and introductions. I am proud to have them as an integral part of my team and highly recommend them."

Jerad Finck

Founder of Cosmic Wire

Portfolio Company

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Pitch Competitions

"My experience so far has been very positive. The onboarding process has been structured and the communication from the LvlUp team has been clear and responsive. I appreciate the opportunity to present ApolloX to investors and operators through the Rising Star pitch competition, and I’m looking forward to engaging with the ecosystem during the upcoming event."

Feriel Abdat

Founder of ApolloX Tech

LvlUp Ventures “Rising Star” Pitch Competition — Sponsored by Campaign Monitor

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Pitch Competitions

"Overall it was a very positive experience. The process was well organized and the communication was clear throughout the competition. I appreciated the opportunity to present our work, receive feedback, and connect with other founders and members of the startup community. It was also great to see how LvlUp is actively supporting early-stage founders and helping bring visibility to emerging projects. "

Hongyuan Jin

Founder & CEO of NailedIT Labs

LvlUp Ventures “Execution Excellence” Pitch Competition — Sponsored by Slack

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"The program exceeded our expectations in terms of mentorship quality, practical guidance, and access to a strong founder and investor network. It helped us sharpen our positioning, improve execution, and prepare effectively for our current fundraising round. The support and community have been instrumental in accelerating our growth. Thank you & long life to lvlup!"

ZAKARIA DERICHE

Founder and CEO of Vault Pay

LvlUp Labs Marketing Edge Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"LvlUp Labs has been instrumental in accelerating Citagen’s transition from early traction to a venture-scalable company by unlocking investor access, refining our growth strategy, and embedding us within a high-value VC ecosystem. "

Gina Malak

CEO of Citagen

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"The program is spot on for founders who are close. A big thank you to the LvlUp team for putting this together and for being on the innovative front line of what I see venture capital needing to pivot toward. One thought: Stripe Atlas offers an amazing product that gets founders VC-ready by setting up an entire C-Corp for $500. It might be worth mentioning in the course for founders like me who started as an LLC."

William Gozzard

Founder of Prec❤gnitive Labs

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"This is an outstanding program designed for serious founders who want to execute, not just learn. It bridges a critical gap between having a strong product and building scalable, investor-grade growth infrastructure. The focus on owned channels, measurable outcomes, and disciplined execution is exactly what early-stage companies need to extend runway, generate real traction, and prepare for future fundraising. The program delivers immediate, practical value and has already changed how I approach growth. I would strongly recommend it to any founder preparing for seed and post-seed scale."

Gig Houston

Founder and CEO of GEM&M'S

LvlUp Labs Marketing Edge Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"If it wasn't for LvlUp Ventures and their accelerator with their knowledge, I wouldn't be where I am today... I highly recommend it for anyone."

Justin Hutto

CEO of ProLeague.GG

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"We have connected with so many founders, mentors and investors as part of the SPIN Labs and LvlUp ecosystem"

Kim Hoang

Founder of Hello Rewards

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"The LvlUp ecosystem provides a robust community of founders, advisors, investors, and providers willing to share knowledge, connections, and services"

Soraya Depowski

Founder & CEO of Sharely

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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Seed Fund Port Co

"Brandon saw what few funds could see at the time. He was willing to take a risk on us, and I am so grateful that he did. He’s been an invaluable, trusted partner along my journey."

John Vitti

Co-founder of Versusgame

Portfolio Company

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Seed Fund Port Co

"LvlUp has connected us to a number of strategic partners and investors that are helping us scale and expand our capabilities. They are proactive in helping us achieve our business goals and have become one of our most valuable partners."

Marcus Rance

Co-Founder at Lockerverse

Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"We had less than 5% growth for past 10 months. After joining LvlUp Labs in November 2025, we've seen a 60x growth and anticipate around 30x - 70x growth next year"

Sean Botomane

Founder of InHouse America

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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"Grateful to be part of the LvlUp Ventures ecosystem alongside their partners, including Shopline. As a CPG founder, it’s rare to find a community that truly understands what it takes to build and scale a brand from zero, and LvlUp has created a powerful space for founders, investors, and operators to connect and grow together. We’re excited to participate in upcoming events and pitch sessions as we work to bring I Love Camelina™ to the U.S. and build alongside this incredible ecosystem."

Marc Jacobson

Founder of I Love Camelina

Sept 2025 NYC Event Attendee

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Pitch Competitions

"We’re excited to share that Markeret will be pitching at LvlUp Ventures’ Pitching Session, sponsored by Intuit Mailchimp. We’re grateful for the opportunity to present to LvlUp Ventures and Outlander VC, and truly appreciate the support from the teams at LvlUp, Outlander, and Mailchimp."

Coleen Danielle Natividad

Founder of Markeret

LvlUp Ventures Pitch Competition | In Partnership With Mailchimp

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"We’re incredibly excited to have LvlUp Ventures in our corner as we scale Spade. From day one, their team has been founder-first, decisive, and deeply aligned with what it takes to build and grow a brand in today’s market."

Blake Berman

Founder of Spade

CPG Fund Portfolio Company

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CPG Fund Port Co

"We’re excited to welcome LvlUp Ventures as a strategic investor through their CPG Fund. Having LvlUp join our cap table is a meaningful milestone for us—not just because of the capital, but because of the depth of experience, perspective, and conviction they bring to early-stage consumer brands."

Kurt Lohse

Co-Founder of Bored & Thirsty

CPG Fund Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"Axcels has officially joined LvlUp Ventures Labs—a program built for founders who move fast, challenge convention, and build category-defining companies. At Axcels, we’re not just automating content. We’re building the CI/CD pipeline for marketing, turning complex technology into clear, high-performing messaging that reaches the right personas, in the right voice, at the right moment. Joining LvlUp marks a meaningful next phase for us: sharper feedback, faster learning loops, and tighter GTM execution. Grateful to the LvlUp Ventures team for the conviction, support, and shared ambition. Let’s build the future of B2B marketing—together."

Ari Lampela

Founder of Axcels

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"Big milestone for AICHITECT—we’ve officially joined LvlUp Labs, powered by LvlUp Ventures. This marks an exciting next chapter in our mission to modernize construction through smarter decision-making, digitization, and automation. The opportunity to build alongside ambitious founders and tap into the LvlUp ecosystem is exactly the kind of momentum we’re looking for. Huge thanks to the LvlUp Ventures team for the warm welcome—we’re excited to learn fast, build boldly, and push what’s possible together."

David Adjei

Founder of AICHITECT

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Labs Port Co

"FuelDash is excited to be accepted into the LvlUp Labs startup program for innovative, top-tier founders, powered by LvlUp Ventures. The program offers meaningful access to VC resources and hands-on support, and we’ve greatly valued collaborating with the LvlUp core team throughout our journey. Special thanks to Aaron Golbin, Adam Ned, and Brandon Maier for the continued guidance and support."

Sean Roy

Founder of FuelDash

LvlUp Labs Portfolio Company

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Pitch Competitions

"Amazing news—we’re honored to have been selected as a finalist in the Semrush x LvlUp Ventures Pitch Competition out of 400+ applicants. Being recognized at this level is a meaningful validation of the work we’re doing with OnyeSync to improve healthcare data interoperability. The quality of founders and companies we pitched alongside made the experience even more impactful. Huge thanks to the teams at Semrush and LvlUp Ventures for creating a platform that truly supports and accelerates innovation. This is just the beginning."

Emmanuel Obasuyi

Founder of Onye

LvlUp Ventures “SEO Stardom” Pitch Competition — Sponsored by Semrush | Finalist

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Pitch Competitions

"We’re excited to share that Smart Credit was selected as a Top 5 Finalist in the Notion Pitch Competition. Out of more than 130 submissions, being recognized by the Notion team is a meaningful milestone as we continue building tools that help users find the most rewarding credit card options based on their spending habits. Huge thank you to the Notion team for the opportunity, and to LvlUp Ventures for the guidance and support throughout the process. Best of luck to the other finalists—we’re excited for what’s ahead and looking forward to pitching live."

Camilly Shrestha

Founder of Smart Credit

LvlUp Ventures “Operations Master” Pitch Competition — Sponsored by Notion | Finalist

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Pitch Competitions

"We were honored to be selected from over 400 applicants to pitch in the Semrush x LvlUp Ventures Pitch Competition—and incredibly proud to come out on top 🏆 Huge thank you to Adam Ned, Brandon Maier, and the entire LvlUp Ventures team for creating such a high-quality program and platform for founders. The experience, exposure, and feedback were invaluable, and we’re excited to put Semrush to work as we relaunch our website this week."

Emily Griffith

Founder of Lil Bucks

LvlUp Ventures “SEO Stardom” Pitch Competition — Sponsored by Semrush | Winner

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CPG Fund Port Co

"Working with LvlUp Ventures has been an absolute game-changer for us. Not only did they come in as investors, but they’ve also shown up consistently with hands-on support week after week."

Amy Bett

Founder of Melo

CPG Fund Portfolio Company

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CPG Fund Port Co

"I’ve been working closely with Adam & Brandon, and I can’t thank them enough for their dedication, patience, and hands-on guidance—especially as we navigate the fundraising process and connect with strategic partners."

Jiashu Du

Founder of Better Together Foods

CPG Fund Portfolio Company

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Bootcamps

"I love this program. Everything in one place! It's fabulous!"

Meredith Murdock

Founder of Faeve

LvlUp Cutting-Edge Data Room & Operations HQ Bootcamp Participant

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Bootcamps

"I love how the videos walk me through an easy bookkeeping set up process. I was using Quickbooks for the longest but have totally switched over to Xero. My accountant will be reconciling everything over the next week."

Margo Jordan

Founder of Enrichly

Startup Bookkeeping & Financial Readiness Bootcamp Participant

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Bootcamps

"Everything has been good, surely loved being able to ask direct questions and have clear answers"

Tyler Temple

Founder of Pollentia

Crafting a VC-Ready Investor Update & Fundraising Outreach Bootcamp Participant

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Bootcamps

"The automated campaigns are huge. I have launched three, being able to track them in real time, analyze the clicks, the opens, and any associated correspondence is great. "

Aaron Jaeger

Founder of QuantZero

Crafting a VC-Ready Investor Update & Fundraising Outreach Bootcamp Participant

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Bootcamps

"The recorded sessions and resources are the best learning aids after LvlUp's hosts :)"

Jenom Nyam

Founder of UK Global Investors

Startup Bookkeeping & Financial Readiness Bootcamp Participant

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Bootcamps

"This has been the best bootcamp thus far. Adam’s recorded sessions are short, concise, and very helpful. I really appreciate platforms that do not require heavy training to use, and I have found Campaign Monitor very efficient and easy to work with. I will definitely be using it moving forward."

Meera Ahmadi

Founder of Juris AI

Crafting a VC-Ready Investor Update & Fundraising Outreach Bootcamp Participant

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Bootcamps

"The structure and templates have been helpful in understanding how to organize information for investors. The example layouts and video walkthroughs were especially useful."

Lesley Sprague

Founder of Lumaia

LvlUp Cutting-Edge Data Room & Operations HQ Bootcamp Participant

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CPG Fund Port Co

"They’ve been incredible in supporting our fundraising strategy, offering both introductions and thoughtful input, and have shown real flexibility in leaning in where we needed help."

Anna Gudmundson

Founder of Sensate

CPG Fund Portfolio Company

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Seed Fund Port Co

Jerad Finck

Founder of Cosmic Wire

Seed Fund Portfolio Company

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CPG Fund Port Co

"I can't say enough nice things about LvlUp. Once they're committed, they do the work. I've never had an institutional investor who was so proactive in helping us fundraise."

Aaron Gervais

Founder of Otherwise Brewing

CPG Fund Portfolio Company

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LvlUp Ventures Testimonials

Trusted by Founders at Every Stage

At LvlUp Ventures, we invest in and support founders across our funds, accelerators, bootcamps, pitch competitions, events, and programs. From first check to scale, we work closely with founders at every stage. Here’s what the founders in our ecosystem have to say about working with LvlUp.

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