NextLadder Ventures
Overview
NextLadder Ventures is a more than $1 billion investment initiative that provides grants, equity, and revenue-based financing to non-profit and for-profit organizations developing "Navigation Technology" (NavTech) to expand economic opportunity for low-income Americans.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vals AI | Aug 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Forage | Jun 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Rasa Legal | Mar 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
Key People
Richard Holmes
Principal
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is NextLadder Ventures based?
NextLadder Ventures is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
When was NextLadder Ventures founded?
NextLadder Ventures was founded in 2025.
How many portfolio companies does NextLadder Ventures have?
NextLadder Ventures has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in NextLadder Ventures's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Vals AI, Forage, Rasa Legal.
What was NextLadder Ventures's most recent investment shown here?
NextLadder Ventures's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Vals AI in 2026.
What sectors does NextLadder Ventures focus on?
NextLadder Ventures focuses on FinTech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does NextLadder Ventures focus on?
Stage focus information for NextLadder Ventures is not publicly available.
What is NextLadder Ventures's AUM?
NextLadder Ventures's assets under management are estimated between $1.0B and $1.0B.