Entry stagePre-seed, Seed
Check size$250K to $1M
Leads roundsMostly follows
FocusGeneralist
Latest fund$25 million
Investing team2 peopleNo activity since Sep
Who you would pitch at The Helm
2 people on the investing team, 2 of them partners who can make the call. Partners are listed first.
Lindsey Taylor WoodFounder & General Partner
Olivia FlemingPartnerShe sources deals, leads the sustainability vertical, and manages the angel investor network.
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Writes $250K to $1M checks. Its smallest check is larger than 33% of firms in the atlas.
Bars: how many firms in the atlas report each band. Highlighted: this firm.No recent activity since September 2026. Quiet does not mean closed.
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What stage does The Helm invest in?
The Helm reports entry at pre-seed, seed.
How much does The Helm invest?
The Helm reports checks of $250K to $1M.
Does The Helm lead rounds?
The Helm mostly follows other investors.
Who are the partners at The Helm?
Lindsey Taylor Wood (Founder & General Partner), Olivia Fleming (Partner).
Is The Helm active right now?
No recent activity since September 2026.
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