Lightyear Capital

Lightyear Capital

New York City, New Yorklycap.com

Overview

Lightyear Capital is a New York-based private equity firm that partners with growing companies at the nexus of financial services and technology, health care and business services. For over 20 years, Lightyear has worked closely with management and leveraged its industry expertise, network of advisors and operating resources to accelerate growth and build market-leading businesses.

Year Founded

2000

AUM

$5B

Portfolio Companies

13

Website

lycap.com

Investments

CompanyDateStageLead
Schellman & CompanyMar 2026Private EquityCo-investor
ProfitSolvJun 2025Growth EquityLead
Prime PensionsFeb 2024Private EquityLead
PracticeTekSep 2023Growth EquityLead
VehloJun 2022Private EquityCo-investor

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersNew York City, New York
Year Founded2000
AUM$5B

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