Collaborative V

Collaborative V is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Collaborative Fund, which was founded in 2010 and is based in New York. The firm focuses on investing in sectors such as climate, consumer, health, and technology with an emphasis on creativity and collaborative consumption. It aims to support creative entrepreneurs who strive to make a positive impact on the world. Collaborative Fund is driven by two key themes: the rising significance of values in consumer choices and the transition from hyper-consumption to collaborative consumption. These themes highlight opportunities for innovative technologies, products, and services that can reshape business practices and enhance daily life. By providing capital and strategic support, Collaborative V seeks to be a leading resource for entrepreneurs looking to drive meaningful change.

Sophie Bakalar

Partner

Tatiana Brunvall

Associate

Christopher Dowd

Investor

Jungju Kim

Partner

Vid Micevic

Investor

Luisa Sucre

Principal

Guy Vidra

Partner

Bryan Chang

Principal

Past deals in Peer to Peer

Axelar

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of a decentralized interoperability software designed to connect blockchain ecosystems and applications with users. The company's software is powered by byzantine consensus, cryptography, and mechanism design protocols that let applications live on different blockchains to communicate with each other, enabling users to get a distributed network, APIs, and tools to make it easy to build cross-chain decentralized applications.

Sia

Seed Round in 2020
Sia is the leading decentralized cloud storage platform. No signups, no servers, no trusted third parties. Sia leverages blockchain technology to create a data storage marketplace that is more robust and more affordable than traditional cloud storage providers.

Keep

Venture Round in 2020
Keep Network, founded in 2017 and headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands, specializes in blockchain technology that bridges public blockchains and private data. The company offers an off-chain container that allows users to store private information securely on public blockchains while maintaining privacy. Its technology employs a privacy layer for Ethereum, utilizing secure multiparty computation to distribute data across multiple locations. This innovative approach features decentralized signing, supports the creation of cryptocurrency wallets, and enables the sale of digital goods, providing users with a robust solution for private file storage through blockchain encryption.

Livepeer

Series A in 2019
Livepeer, Inc. operates a decentralized platform for live video broadcasting over the Internet. Founded in 2017 and based in New York City, the company enables broadcasters, developers, and users to share content freely. It integrates a blockchain-based crypto-token protocol with economic incentives and an open media server, facilitating a peer-to-peer network for video streaming. This platform is designed to cater to user-generated content needs, providing tools, APIs, and resources for developers to incorporate live video into their projects. By promoting open-source code and fostering creative contributions, Livepeer aims to enhance and secure its network while supporting diverse user interests and skill sets.

PeopleGrove

Series A in 2019
PeopleGrove Inc. is an educational technology company based in San Francisco, California, that provides a platform designed to enhance career development and mentorship for students and professionals. Established in 2014, PeopleGrove connects users with advisers, mentors, and coaches, facilitating access to guidance and support as they navigate their academic and career paths. The platform enables individuals to create profiles, link to their LinkedIn accounts, and express interest in job openings, which informs employers about potential candidates. PeopleGrove aims to foster supportive relationships that enhance the educational experience and improve job outcomes, recognizing that community engagement is essential for student success. The platform has been successfully implemented at numerous prestigious institutions and is also utilized by companies like Intuit and Qualcomm to help their employees access expert coaching and resources within their organizations.

Lendit

Venture Round in 2018
Lendit Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company established in 2015 that operates an online peer-to-peer lending platform. It connects borrowers in need of loans with investors looking to provide capital, facilitating financial transactions without traditional banking intermediaries. The platform employs an advanced risk ranking algorithm and an automated credit scoring model to assess creditworthiness, allowing for customized interest rates based on various data points. Borrowers can access loans with annual percentage rates ranging from 4.5% to 18.0%, while investors can expect an average return of approximately 10.66%. By streamlining the lending process, Lendit aims to support the financial goals of both borrowers and investors, transforming the conventional lending landscape in Korea.

Poolus

Series A in 2017
Poolus Inc. designs and develops ride sharing application that provides real time carpool matching services through smart phone. The company provides application for passengers and drivers. It also provides driver certification program. Poolus Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

PeopleGrove

Seed Round in 2017
PeopleGrove Inc. is an educational technology company based in San Francisco, California, that provides a platform designed to enhance career development and mentorship for students and professionals. Established in 2014, PeopleGrove connects users with advisers, mentors, and coaches, facilitating access to guidance and support as they navigate their academic and career paths. The platform enables individuals to create profiles, link to their LinkedIn accounts, and express interest in job openings, which informs employers about potential candidates. PeopleGrove aims to foster supportive relationships that enhance the educational experience and improve job outcomes, recognizing that community engagement is essential for student success. The platform has been successfully implemented at numerous prestigious institutions and is also utilized by companies like Intuit and Qualcomm to help their employees access expert coaching and resources within their organizations.

Lendit

Series B in 2017
Lendit Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company established in 2015 that operates an online peer-to-peer lending platform. It connects borrowers in need of loans with investors looking to provide capital, facilitating financial transactions without traditional banking intermediaries. The platform employs an advanced risk ranking algorithm and an automated credit scoring model to assess creditworthiness, allowing for customized interest rates based on various data points. Borrowers can access loans with annual percentage rates ranging from 4.5% to 18.0%, while investors can expect an average return of approximately 10.66%. By streamlining the lending process, Lendit aims to support the financial goals of both borrowers and investors, transforming the conventional lending landscape in Korea.

Upstart

Series C in 2015
Upstart is an online lending platform that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline the borrowing process and enhance credit assessment. Founded in 2012 and based in San Mateo, California, Upstart connects consumers with a network of AI-enabled bank partners, allowing for a more efficient lending experience. The platform evaluates potential borrowers using a proprietary underwriting model that considers factors such as education, area of study, and employment history, rather than relying solely on traditional credit scores. This innovative approach enables banks to achieve higher approval rates and lower loss rates while providing a digital-first experience for customers. Upstart offers a variety of loan products, including personal loans, automotive loans, home equity lines of credit, and small dollar loans, catering to diverse consumer needs.

Particle

Seed Round in 2014
Particle Industries, Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive platform designed for the prototyping, scaling, and management of Internet of Things (IoT) products. The company offers a range of hardware development kits, including the Photon for Wi-Fi projects and the Electron for cellular-connected devices, along with various accessories like antennas and USB shields. Particle also delivers software tools such as Tinker, a mobile application for remote control, and Particle Build, a web-based development environment that allows users to write and deploy code easily. Its cloud platform facilitates secure interactions with connected devices through modern APIs, supporting developers in creating intelligent web services. With over 150,000 product builders across more than 170 countries, including notable clients like NASA and SpaceX, Particle has established itself as a key player in the IoT landscape. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Shenzhen, China, the company has been recognized for its innovation and impact in the IoT sector.

Upstart

Series A in 2013
Upstart is an online lending platform that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline the borrowing process and enhance credit assessment. Founded in 2012 and based in San Mateo, California, Upstart connects consumers with a network of AI-enabled bank partners, allowing for a more efficient lending experience. The platform evaluates potential borrowers using a proprietary underwriting model that considers factors such as education, area of study, and employment history, rather than relying solely on traditional credit scores. This innovative approach enables banks to achieve higher approval rates and lower loss rates while providing a digital-first experience for customers. Upstart offers a variety of loan products, including personal loans, automotive loans, home equity lines of credit, and small dollar loans, catering to diverse consumer needs.

Upstart

Series A in 2013
Upstart is an online lending platform that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline the borrowing process and enhance credit assessment. Founded in 2012 and based in San Mateo, California, Upstart connects consumers with a network of AI-enabled bank partners, allowing for a more efficient lending experience. The platform evaluates potential borrowers using a proprietary underwriting model that considers factors such as education, area of study, and employment history, rather than relying solely on traditional credit scores. This innovative approach enables banks to achieve higher approval rates and lower loss rates while providing a digital-first experience for customers. Upstart offers a variety of loan products, including personal loans, automotive loans, home equity lines of credit, and small dollar loans, catering to diverse consumer needs.
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