City Light Capital

City Light Capital

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

New York, NY 4,162 followers

City Light invests early in impactful companies.

About us

City Light is a Venture Capital firm that invests early in impactful companies. We partner with experienced teams building category-defining solutions in the areas of education, safety and care, and the environment - where more revenue equals better lives at scale, every time. As one of the earliest and most successful impact investing firms, City Light has a track record of identifying and scaling impact in ways that build better companies. Some key portfolio investments are 2U (Nasdaq: TWOU), ShotSpotter (Nasdaq: SSTI), Headspace Health, and OhmConnect.

Website
http://www.citylight.vc
Industry
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2004
Specialties
Impact Investing, Climate Investing, Healthcare Investing, and Education Investing

Locations

  • Primary

    150 East 52nd Street

    City Light Capital

    New York, NY 10022, US

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    Check out Josh Cohen's recent conversation with Tim Tonella about the transformative potential of impact investing!

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    CEO @ Matchstar Venture Search | Venture-Backed Tech Companies. The EXECUTIVE RECRUITER that Venture Capital board members, CEOs, and Founders engage to land ROCKSTAR candidates that drive MONSTROUS Growth!

    Is Venture Capital a Force for Good?  On a personal level, yes, I’ve met many thoughtful VCs. But on an INSTITUTIONAL level, ONE is actually changing the game! I recently sat down with Josh Cohen, Founder of City Light Capital in NYC. We first met Josh working on a CEO search for a portfolio company in the EdTech space. City Light Capital's investment thesis focuses on a concept called “Impact Investing,” which funds businesses that deliver strong financial returns while making a measurable social impact in marginalized communities and investment sectors. Check out my full conversation with Josh using the link in my first COMMENT below. Josh is not a traditional VC; he’s been an investment banker, a corporate operator, a family office investment adviser, and founder of a VC firm with 5 funds. 9/11 changed his life - and his life’s mission - forever. Contemplating the fragility of our time on this planet, he quickly came to the conclusion that there’s little room to wait. So he decided to take action NOW, in the present, and put his money where his heart is. If you’re a founder, or startup team member, whose company’s mission is to make a positive social impact in our world, you need an investment partner like Josh! #impactinvesting #venturecapital #executiverecruiting #startups

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    #WorldMenopauseMonth isn't just a celebration; it's a call to arms. In recent years, menopause has earned itself a prime spot in conversations around women’s health, but conversation alone does not equate to progress when it comes to healthcare access, equity, and outcomes. At Elektra Health, we are proud to provide high-quality menopause & midlife women’s healthcare to people of all backgrounds and insurance types, including Medicaid-sponsored insurance. With support from health plan partners like EmblemHealth, we’ve made great strides in expanding access to affordable, evidence-based menopause care. But we still frequently encounter a shocking sentiment from health plan executives: “we don’t think this population will be interested.” We can affirm, having heard from over a thousand Medicaid-insured individuals seeking access to care they can both trust and afford, they are interested! This notion that menopause care is a nice-to-have isn’t just inaccurate — it inhibits large swaths of Americans from accessing necessary care during this universal biological transition. This World Menopause Month, we invite you to join us in inviting health plans and industry stakeholders to acknowledge the crucial need for wider menopause care access — because menopause doesn’t discriminate, and neither should the healthcare system. Sign the open letter: https://lnkd.in/edmpz5se // Jannine Versi Caitlin Klauer Erin O'Connor Grace Veras Sealy Ioana Calcev Jacqueline Giannelli RN, MSN, FNP-BC, NCMP Laura Stratte, RN, BSN Nora Lansen, MD Rachel Amalfitano Wade Testa Amy Diaz Alessandra Henderson Beth Braun Lavanya Jayachandran Jacqueline Parisi

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    Join Josh Cohen for a unique event in NYC October 17-18, where we'll explore the intersection of Finance and Mental Health! More than an investment or mental health conference, you'll walk away with: ↗ Meaningful high-level connections amongst a community of action-oriented senior leaders. ↗ Insights on the latest innovations in the prevention, diagnostics, and treatment of mental health conditions. ↗ Insights on the appetite of the finance community to invest in mental health (hear from over 20 investors!) ↗ Personal learnings that will benefit you as a leader, partner, parent, co-worker, or caregiver. More Info: https://lnkd.in/gZBXmg9m See you at The REAL Summit! #MentalHealth #Healthcare #Innovation #Finance

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    Exciting update from Xage Security!

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    We are thrilled to announce that the US Navy has become the latest branch of the US Armed Forces to put Xage to work! Xage has been awarded a $1.5 million SBIR contract by the Navy for its innovative approach to securing critical naval battle networks and accelerating the Navy’s adoption of #zerotrust strategies. Under this contract, the Navy will test Xage’s capabilities in addressing critical zero trust requirements across their unique environments. Learn how the Navy is using Xage as a fast-track solution to fulfilling the DOD's Zero Trust Mandate by 2027. Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/gheCidYY

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    Great to hear Jessica Bell van der Wal from thoughts on impact, mission, and entrepreneurship!

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    Curious how Frame’s virtual model extends in-person care? At Frame, we're dedicated to enhancing the patient experience and strengthening the provider-patient relationship. Our virtual model seamlessly integrates into existing workflows, providing a valuable extension of in-person care. We don’t replace essential in-person appointments; instead, we focus on improving patient follow-through and maintaining strong connections to your practice or health system throughout the fertility and pregnancy journey. Discover why leading healthcare organizations, including health systems, OB/GYNs, and primary care groups like Privia Health, choose to partner with Frame to deliver exceptional care in the article linked below in comments. PRO TIP: Stay tuned for next week’s insights on how we further our support for patients going through fertility treatment.

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    📢 Exciting news! We are thrilled to share that we have expanded our global executive team! These strategic additions to our team underscore our commitment to delivering best-in-class zero trust access and protection for enterprises, governments, and critical infrastructure around the globe. Russell McGuire joins Xage as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Russell brings over two decades of expertise in cybersecurity sales and a proven track record of driving hyper-growth. His leadership will be instrumental in advancing our mission to safeguard critical systems worldwide. Ashraf Daqqa joins Xage as VP of the META Region. Ashraf, with his extensive experience across the META region, will lead our efforts to expand market awareness and penetration in this rapidly growing region. Please join us in welcoming Russell and Ashraf to the team! https://lnkd.in/gyuX_Ad9

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    As we continue to build on our momentum, we’re excited to announce a new opportunity for a Director of Strategic Alliances at Journey! This pivotal role will help identify and develop relationships with benefits consultants at top firms. This position will play a key role in managing partner relationships, executing partnership marketing and sales strategies, tracking performance, and providing strategic recommendations to drive continued growth and improvement. If this sounds like you or someone you know, please apply or help spread the word! Applicants can apply here: https://buff.ly/4gLnjJA

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    Journey hiring Director Strategic Alliances in United States | LinkedIn

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    Exciting things happening at Jona – Check out their new product!

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    🎉The moment has arrived—the new Jona experience is officially live! 🎉 Today marks the launch of our enhanced platform, designed to connect your unique microbiome with five critical aspects of your health: - Gastrointestinal Health - Skin Health - Metabolic Health - Brain Health - Physical Performance ✨With refined, personalized recommendations on diet, nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle—accessible from any device—making informed, health-conscious decisions has never been easier. Experience the future of personalized health and elevate your well-being with the new Jona experience. 🌟 #JonaExperience #HealthInnovation #GutHealth #PersonalizedWellness #MicrobiomeHealth #WellnessJourney #HealthUpgrade #ModernHealth #Jona #HealthTransformation #GutScience #WellbeingRevolution #PersonalizedHealthCare #DiscoverWithin

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    Hey everyone! Are you an up-and-comer in climate? Come join us and some of our favorite folks from the Urban Future Lab and Commonweal Ventures at a Climate Week event on the evening of September 24th. We'll have a happy hour (*with drinks) and a bunch of community intros throughout the night, where everyone will have a chance to talk about what they're working on and what they need help with. There will be a mix of people from the operating side, investing side, and the climate community more broadly. Details here: https://lu.ma/32q5w4am Co-hosts: Anthony Cortese, Zac Geinzer Thanks to our sponsor - Rho

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