Collab Capital

2019

Founded

8

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Collab Capital is an Atlanta-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in Black founders and entrepreneurs. Established by Jewel Burks Solomon, Justin Dawkins, and Barry Givens, the firm aims to bridge the significant funding gap faced by Black-led startups by providing financial, human, and network capital. Their mission is to build generational wealth within the Black community through increased ownership in the innovation economy.

Collab Capital focuses on early-stage companies, particularly those developing technology solutions in sectors such as the future of work, care, and infrastructure. The firm emphasizes a holistic partnership approach, offering not only capital but also mentorship, operational expertise, and access to a supportive community to help founders scale their businesses effectively. Notable limited partners include Apple, Goldman Sachs, Google, PayPal, and Mailchimp, reflecting a strong commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Investment Focus

Investment Stage

Portfolio Companies

Hairbrella, Music Tech Works, Jax Rideshare, Please Assist Me

Gepgraphic Focus

United States

Key Differentiators

Holistic support including financial capital, mentorship, and network access, Focus on Black-led startups to address funding disparities, Partnerships with major corporations to enhance resources and opportunities

Thypical Investment Size

$500,000 to $2 million

Total Funds Raised

$50 million

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Big Data & Analytics

Atlanta

Seed

United States