Venture Lenders

Venture Lending & Leasing (VLL), managed by Western Technology Investment (WTI), is a premier provider of venture debt and growth capital to high-growth companies in the life sciences, technology, and healthcare sectors. Founded in 1980, the firm pioneered the venture debt industry and has provided billions of dollars in financing to over 1,000 venture-backed startups. VLL specializes in structured debt solutions, including term loans and equipment financing, designed to extend cash runway and reach critical clinical or commercial milestones without significant equity dilution. The firm is a key financial partner for biotechnology and medical device companies, leveraging its deep industry expertise to support pre-revenue and growth-stage entities. Its portfolio includes numerous successful life science companies that have transitioned to IPOs or major acquisitions.