Susan Cates
Managing Partner at Leeds Illuminate
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Susan Cates, Managing Partner at Leeds Illuminate is an active investor based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This profile covers what Susan Cates backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
- Investor type
- VCPE
- Stages
- SeedSeries ASeries BLate Stage Venture
- Invests in
- EdTechHR & Future of Work
- Location
- Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Typical check
- $2M
- Past investments
- 17
Notable investments
Verto EducationProject Kitty HawkUNC Kenan-Flagler Business SchoolFusion AcademyExterroACUE (Association of College and University Educators)How to reach Susan Cates
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What does Susan Cates invest in?
Susan Cates invests in EdTech and HR & Future of Work, typically at Seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Susan Cates invest at?
Susan Cates typically invests at Seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Susan Cates's typical check size?
Susan Cates typically writes checks around $2M. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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