Source deals.
Share the upside.
Lightside Capital's Scout Program rewards sharp, well-networked individuals who bring us great B2B investment opportunities. When your deal closes, you earn shared carried interest - no capital needed.
How it works
Source a Deal
Identify a promising early-stage B2B company and make an introduction to the Lightside Capital team.
We Lead the Investment
Lightside evaluates, leads due diligence, and closes the deal through our AngelList syndicate.
Share in the Upside
If the deal closes, you receive a meaningful share of carried interest - you win when the investment wins.
Scout benefits
Earn carried interest on deals you source
No capital required to participate
Access to Lightside's deal review and diligence process
Build your track record as an early-stage investor
Join a network of operators, founders, and scouts
Ongoing support and coaching on deal evaluation
Ideal scouts
Operators & Executives
Senior leaders at B2B companies who encounter cutting-edge startups solving real enterprise problems.
Founders & Alumni
Current or former founders who are well-networked in the startup ecosystem and spot talent early.
Emerging Investors
Angels and aspiring VCs looking to build a track record and learn the investment process from the inside.
Connectors
Community builders, advisors, and professionals with deep networks in tech, finance, or vertical industries.
Apply to become a scout
Tell us a bit about yourself and we'll be in touch shortly.