Collide Capital has closed its second round of fundraising at $95 million and this marks a steady expansion of its early-stage investment strategy. Founded by Brian Hollins and Aaron Samuels in 2021, the firm focuses on fintech, supply chain, and future-of-work startups. The latest fundraise comes amid a challenging environment for emerging fund managers, underlining investor confidence in Collide’s track record and network.
The firm had earlier raised a $66 million debut fund in 2022 and has since backed 75 startups. With Fund II, Collide plans to deploy capital over the next three-and-a-half years, targeting at least 30 companies. Average cheque sizes will range between $1 million and $3 million, positioning the firm firmly in early-stage dealmaking.
