HDS Capital, based in New York City and founded in 2003, focuses on investing in startups and early-stage companies at the intersection of technology, retail, and fashion. The firm typically participates in a range of investment rounds, including Seed, Series A, Series B, and beyond. HDS Capital is dedicated to not only providing capital but also mentoring and offering corporate access to its portfolio companies.
Notable portfolio companies include Acorns, FanDuel, Uber, and Thrive Market. The firm is led by managing partner and co-founder Haim, who emphasizes investing in strong teams over just ideas. HDS Capital leverages its extensive network in the retail, fashion, and consumer product spaces to add value to its investments, offering mentorship and industry connections to help startups scale effectively.
HDS Capital - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages