Collide Capital, a venture firm founded by Brian Hollins and Aaron Samuels, has closed a $95 million Fund II to support early-stage startups across fintech, supply chain, and the future of work.
The fund builds on the firm’s initial $66 million Fund I raised in 2022 and signals continued investor interest in sector-focused emerging managers.
What The Company Does
Collide Capital invests in early-stage companies developing technology solutions in sectors undergoing structural transformation. Its focus areas include fintech platforms, supply chain optimisation tools, and technologies shaping how work is organised and executed.
Since its launch in 2021, the firm has backed 75 companies, positioning itself as an active participant in early-stage venture funding. With Fund II, Collide Capital plans to invest between $1 million and $3 million per company, targeting at least 30 startups. The firm has already deployed capital into five companies from the new fund.
In addition to capital, Collide Capital provides strategic support to founders, particularly in areas such as scaling operations, refining business models, and accessing broader investor networks.
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Market Context / Industry Background
The fundraising environment for emerging venture capital firms has become increasingly selective, with institutional investors prioritising established track records and sector expertise. Against this backdrop, Collide Capital’s ability to raise a second, larger fund reflects both its early portfolio activity and the professional backgrounds of its founding team.
The firm’s investment focus aligns with broader market trends. Fintech continues to attract capital as digital financial services expand globally, while supply chain technologies have gained attention following recent disruptions. Meanwhile, the future-of-work segment remains a key area of innovation, driven by remote collaboration tools, automation, and data-driven decision-making platforms.
Founder / Investor Commentary
Brian Hollins noted that the firm is particularly focused on technologies that enable automation, real-time collaboration, and faster decision-making through data integration. He positioned these capabilities as central to the next generation of enterprise and operational tools.
Aaron Samuels emphasised the firm’s broader mission of connecting emerging talent with venture capital opportunities. He highlighted the importance of supporting founders with both financial backing and access to networks that can accelerate company growth.
Growth Plans / Use Of Funds
Collide Capital expects to deploy the $95 million fund over approximately three and a half years, continuing its strategy of concentrated early-stage investments. Alongside its investment activity, the firm plans to expand its Collide Campus programme, an initiative launched in 2022 to develop future founders and investors.
The programme includes undergraduate and graduate tracks, offering training in venture capital and entrepreneurship as well as hands-on experience working with the Collide team. It currently operates across more than 20 universities, including Harvard University and Johns Hopkins University, and has supported over 50 students to date, many of whom have gone on to roles in venture capital and technology companies.
About Collide Capital
Collide Capital is a venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups across fintech, supply chain, and future-of-work sectors. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in the United States, the firm focuses on backing founders building technology-driven platforms that improve efficiency, collaboration, and decision-making.
