Sophie Bakalar
Overview
Sophie Bakalar is a Partner at Collaborative Fund, a New York-based venture capital firm, where she leads investments in consumer health, food and beverage, marketplaces, climate and clean technology, AI, biotech, hardware, robotics, AR/VR, and manufacturing. Her investment focus spans from pre-seed to Series B stages, with typical check sizes ranging from $1 million to $15 million. She joined Collaborative Fund in 2016, initially focusing on consumer brands such as Daily Harvest and OLIPOP, and has since expanded her portfolio to include companies like Phaidra AI and Anthro Energy. Her expertise has been featured in publications such as Fortune, TechCrunch, Financial Times, and The Economist. Additionally, she serves as a Visiting Scholar at Harvard University's Wyss Institute. Prior to her venture capital career, Sophie co-founded digit, a machine learning company specializing in software that digitized chart images; the company was acquired by think-cell Software in 2016. She also spent a decade as a quantitative trader at III Capital Management, a $5+ billion fixed income hedge fund. Sophie holds a B.S. in Mathematics and a B.A. in Public Health from Tufts University. Her diverse background in technology, finance, and entrepreneurship informs her strategic approach to investing in innovative startups across various sectors. Sophie is recognized for her commitment to sustainable and impactful investments, particularly in the climate tech space. She leads Collab SOS, a dedicated $200 million climate fund at Collaborative Fund, aiming to accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy. Her investment philosophy emphasizes scalability and real-world impact, seeking companies that not only demonstrate technological innovation but also address pressing global challenges. This approach reflects her belief in the potential of startups to drive meaningful change in sectors such as energy, materials, and supply chains.
Investment Focus
- Innovative solutions addressing global challenges
- Scalable business models
- Strong founding teams with a clear vision
Portfolio Companies
Reach Sophie Bakalar directly
Verified work email, phone and LinkedIn for the full team — one spreadsheet, one payment, yours to keep.
Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about Sophie Bakalar
What sectors does Sophie Bakalar invest in?
Sophie Bakalar invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods, Food and Beverage and Manufacturing, and is based in New York, United States. Sophie Bakalar is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Sophie Bakalar invest at?
Sophie Bakalar backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A and Series B, writing cheques of 1M - 15M.
Which regions does Sophie Bakalar invest in?
Sophie Bakalar invests across United States.
What companies has Sophie Bakalar invested in?
Sophie Bakalar's portfolio includes Lyft, Commonwealth Fusion Systems, Quaise, Dandelion Energy, Olipop, Daily Harvest, Anthro Energy and Mango Materials.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
