Operator Collective

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Investor type

Founded

2019

AUM

$143 M

Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$5-10 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America Europe

ESG Focus

Impact investor Women People of color and other minorities

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Operator Collective is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2019. The firm is unique in its approach, connecting founders with a community of over 200 Operator Limited Partners, who are experienced executives from leading tech companies. This diverse group includes 90% women and 40% people of color, bringing a wealth of expertise and networks to the table.

The firm focuses on investing in business-to-business technology companies, particularly in sectors like AI, SaaS, HR Tech, and Fintech. Operator Collective typically invests in Seed and Series A stages, with an average check size ranging from $500K to $1.5M. The firm has raised two funds: Operator Collective Fund I with $51 million and Fund II with $92 million. They primarily invest in the United States but have a presence in other countries as well.

Notable portfolio companies include Ramp - a financial software company, Outreach - a sales engagement platform, and Workstream - a hiring platform for hourly workers. Operator Collective is known for its strong network and ability to provide strategic introductions and support to its portfolio companies.

Industry

AI SaaS HRTech Energy Telecommunications Software Security Robotics Real Estate Media and Entertainment Marketing and Advertising Healthcare Services Fintech Edtech Education Business Services (B2B)

Operator Collective Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Operator Collective Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Business Services (B2B) Fintech SaaS Software	Seed Series A	North America	$5-10 m	$51 M	December 2019
Operator Collective Fund II	Venture Capital (VC)	Fintech SaaS Software	Seed Series A	North America	$5-10 m	$92 M	October 2022

Contacts

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Mallun Yen Founder & Managing Partner

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Dana Marohn Spiliotis Partner

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FAQs about Operator Collective

Is Operator Collective a venture capital or private equity firm?

Operator Collective is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $5-10 m.

Where is Operator Collective located?

Operator Collective is located in San Francisco, California, United States.

When was Operator Collective founded?

Operator Collective was founded in 2019.

What sectors and industries does Operator Collective invest in?

Operator Collective invests in companies and startups in AI, SaaS, HRTech, Energy, Telecommunications, Software, Security, Robotics, Real Estate, Media and Entertainment, Marketing and Advertising, Healthcare Services, Fintech, Edtech, Education, Business Services (B2B).

What is Operator Collective geographical focus of investments?

Operator Collective invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does Operator Collective typically invest in?

Operator Collective invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Operator Collective investment?

Operator Collective usually invests $5-10 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Operator Collective?

Operator Collective has around $143m assets under management.

When was Operator Collective last fund created?

Operator Collective last fund was created/launched in 2022-10-11

Does Operator Collective invest and support LGBTQ, female and other minorities startups and founders?

Operator Collective invests and supports Women, People of color and other minorities startups and founders.

Is Operator Collective impact investor?

Yes, Operator Collective is impact investor.

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