David Langer
About David Langer
David Langer is a Founding Partner at Lionheart Ventures and an experienced investor with a successful track record in over 20 companies. He co-founded GroupSpaces and has held various investment roles in multiple companies across different countries since 2022.
Work at Lionheart Ventures
David Langer serves as a Founding Partner at Lionheart Ventures since 2019. In this role, he focuses on identifying and supporting innovative startups. His experience as an angel investor in over 20 companies contributes to his strategic approach in venture capital. Lionheart Ventures aims to empower entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary resources and guidance to succeed in their respective markets.
Investment Roles and Experience
David Langer has taken on multiple investment roles since 2022. He is currently involved with several companies, including Encultured AI, Anthropic, Bodhi, Momentu, Psylo, MAPS Public Benefit Corporation, Trek Health, Cognigenics, and Progressive Therapeutics Inc. His diverse portfolio spans various industries and geographic locations, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Delhi, and Bogotá. His experience as an investor is marked by a focus on companies that demonstrate significant growth potential.
Education and Expertise
David Langer studied Mathematics at the University of Oxford, where he achieved an MA (Hons) from 2004 to 2007. Prior to that, he attended Tiffin School from 1997 to 2004. His academic background in mathematics provides a strong analytical foundation that supports his work in investment and entrepreneurship.
Entrepreneurial Achievements
David Langer founded Zesty, a healthy corporate catering company that served over 7 million meals before being acquired by Square in 2018. His entrepreneurial efforts have been recognized with a Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts for Services to Entrepreneurship in 2010. These achievements reflect his commitment to innovation and impact in the food service industry.
Personal Interests and Activities
David Langer is a certified hatha and yin yoga teacher and has experience as a Vipassana meditator. He is also a hobbyist powerlifter and has previously competed in CrossFit and triathlons. Additionally, he was an English national table tennis champion as a child and has appeared on various TV game shows in England. His diverse interests contribute to a well-rounded personal and professional life.