Collide Capital, a New York City–based early-stage venture capital firm, has closed its second fund at $95 million.
The oversubscribed Fund II will invest in startups across fintech, supply chain, and future-of-work sectors, bringing the firm’s total assets under management to more than $170 million.
Fundraising Milestone and Firm History
Founded in 2021 by Brian Hollins and Aaron Samuels, the firm launched its initial $1.3 million proof-of-concept fund.
In 2022, Collide Capital raised its first institutional vehicle, a $66 million Fund I, establishing its position as an emerging manager focused on early-stage venture investing.
Investment Focus and Track Record
The firm invests from pre-seed to Series A, typically deploying $1 million to $3 million per company.
To date, Collide Capital has backed more than 75 startups across its core sectors and has recorded five exits.
Fund II has already begun deploying capital into companies including Art Lab, Jelou, Ocho, Prefix, and Sytrex.
Impact and Future Outlook
The new fund strengthens Collide Capital’s ability to back early-stage founders building across financial services, supply chains, and workforce innovation.
The firm also runs university-focused programs at institutions including Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and Stanford, aimed at supporting founder development and early ecosystem building.
Andrew Lee
