Castle Creek Launchpad

Two firms, Castle Creek Capital and Launchpad Capital, joined forces in establishing a venture capital fund to catalyze change in financial services through partnerships between fintech companies and our 34 community bank Limited Partners. We identify and support early-stage startups that work with financial institutions to drive deposits and fee revenue, expand business lines, increase operational efficiency, modernize regulatory compliance, leverage emerging technologies, and more. Our fund invests in fintech companies that: ▪ Drive a mobile-first future enabled by regulated institutions ▪ Design technologies community banks can implement to enhance competitive advantages ▪ Revolutionize the future of financial services, community banking, and beyond Fund Firms Castle Creek Capital As the premier private equity firm in community banking for over three decades, Castle Creek has a deep commitment to the vibrancy of these financial institutions. The firm principals have a comprehensive grasp of the U.S. banking landscape and a laser focus on the success of this market through technological transformation. Launchpad Capital The Launchpad partners bring direct entrepreneurial experience, a vast network of personal connections, and the drive to push through challenges. The team has worked together in venture capital for several years, across firms and funds, to back companies reshaping financial services.