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The Collectiv

The Collectiv

Houston, Texasthecollectiv.vc

Overview

The Collectiv is a venture capital firm that invests in early-to-growth stage sports technology startups, professional sports franchises, and leagues, with a focus on AI-powered technologies.

Year Founded

2023

Portfolio Companies

3

Investments

The Collectiv investments
CompanyDateStageLead
nVenueMar 2025Series ACo-investor
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Key People

Ashley DeWalt

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Winston Gilpin

Managing General Partner

CFP® Carrie Potter

Venture Partner

Jake Hirshman

Venture Partner

Marilou McFarlane

Venture Partner

Heath Butler

Venture Investor Member Board Of Directors

Alex Malebranche

Venture Advisor & Limited Partner

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Sector & Stage Mix

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Investment Activity

Yearly cadence, pace, and funding raised over time.

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2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

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FAQ

Where is The Collectiv based?

The Collectiv is headquartered in Houston, Texas, United States.

When was The Collectiv founded?

The Collectiv was founded in 2023.

How many portfolio companies does The Collectiv have?

The Collectiv has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in The Collectiv's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include nVenue.

What was The Collectiv's most recent investment shown here?

The Collectiv's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in nVenue in 2025.

What sectors does The Collectiv focus on?

The Collectiv focuses on Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Telecommunications & Networking, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics.

What company stages does The Collectiv focus on?

The Collectiv typically invests at the Early stage.

What is The Collectiv's AUM?

The Collectiv's assets under management are estimated between $10.0M and $20.0M.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersHouston, Texas
Year Founded2023

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