Steve Brownlie

Steve Brownlie is a General Partner at Leadout Capital, a venture capital firm he joined in late 2020. His primary focus is on supporting software company founders, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups in venture capital-backed companies.13

Background and Experience

Before joining Leadout Capital, Brownlie served as a Managing Director at Altamont Capital Partners and held a Vice President position at Lazard. He has a strong background in private equity investments and has been involved in various sectors, including GovTech, HRTech, and SaaS, primarily at the seed and pre-seed stages.246

Education

Steve graduated from Princeton University with a degree in Electrical Engineering, which underpins his analytical approach to investment.23

Investment Philosophy

Brownlie is known for his ability to simplify complex issues and is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs. He emphasizes investments in companies with strong unit economics and long-term defensibility, often favoring those that demonstrate organic growth characteristics.45

Personal Life

In addition to his professional endeavors, Steve enjoys spending time with his family and participating in outdoor sports and travel.3