Columbia Capital
Alexandria Β· Series BβLate Stage
Investment thesis
Columbia targets disruptive technology waves within enterprise technology, digital infrastructure, and mobility sectors. The firm partners with experienced entrepreneurs to build challenger and disruptor models that improve enterprise agility and decision-making. Columbia has leveraged a 'picks and shovels' investment approach for over two decades in digital infrastructure, including data centers, towers, fiber networks, and spectrum-related assets. The firm believes continued mobile usage growth will drive demand for new infrastructure and spectrum, with a focus on both disruptive service platforms and providers addressing security and redundancy needs.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
What they invest in
from 15 of 67 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software Γ10Cloud Computing Γ7Data & Infrastructure Γ6AI & Machine Learning Γ4Cybersecurity Γ3SaaS Γ2B2B Marketplaces Γ1Deep Tech Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ8South AfricaΓ1
Investments Β· showing 60 of 67
founders shown can be your intro pathBillingPlatform provides a cloud-based platform for managing the complete revenue lifecycle, including order capture, billing, payments, and customer service, with AI-powered automation and insights for enterprise customers. The platform enables rapid deployment of new pricing models and monetization strategies with no-code configuration.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS
Elastic provides endpoint security software that detects, investigates, and responds to threats using AI-driven analytics and behavior-based prevention. The platform offers ransomware and malware protection with extended detection and response (XDR) capabilities for Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise Software
Groundswell provides digital modernization and IT solutions to U.S. Federal agencies, specializing in low-code platforms, ERP systems, HR transformation, and process automation. The company addresses aging technology infrastructure and technical debt in government operations.
Cloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareGovTech
Lantern is a data and AI consulting firm specializing in helping organizations adopt and implement AI on the Microsoft platform, including Azure AI, Copilot, and GitHub solutions. The firm serves enterprises across industries seeking to build AI foundations, define strategy, and operationalize AI at scale.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise Software
NextNav builds positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services using spectrum as a complement and backup to GPS, addressing vulnerabilities in indoor, urban, and critical infrastructure environments. The company proposes terrestrial 3D PNT services and mobile broadband in the Lower 900 MHz band to improve national security and enable commercial opportunities.
Deep TechDefense TechIoTSpace Tech
Arun Raghupathy(Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer)
Nisos provides human risk intelligence and investigations to identify insider threats, executive vulnerabilities, and employment fraud risks. The platform and analyst-led services help security, legal, and HR teams detect behavioral patterns and adversarial intent targeting people within organizations.
CybersecurityData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software
Nordicom Technologies is an IT solutions provider that deploys and manages enterprise technology and communication solutions including cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, IoT, and network services. The company serves both private and public sector organizations with complex, multi-site deployments.
Cloud ComputingCybersecurityEnterprise Software
Ollion is a technology consulting firm that helps organizations transform their AI, data, and cloud infrastructure capabilities. The company serves ambitious enterprises navigating complex digital transformation challenges across these areas.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise Software
Quvia provides an edge-to-cloud network platform that delivers visibility and control over network performance in bandwidth-constrained environments, using AI to orchestrate data and connectivity across satellite, terrestrial, and hybrid networks.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software
SummitIG builds custom fiber networks and dark fiber infrastructure for data center connectivity and enterprise network solutions. The company serves hyperscale operators, cloud providers, carriers, data center operators, and enterprises with carrier-neutral infrastructure spanning over 1,200 miles of fiber routes.
Data & InfrastructureNorthern Virginia, US
Telarus is a technology services distributor that provides advisors with access to a portfolio of over 400 vetted technology suppliers, along with engineering expertise, sales support, and tools to help them grow their consulting practices. The platform serves technology advisors and resellers looking to expand their service offerings and close larger deals.
B2B MarketplacesEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Teraco operates Africa's largest data centre environment providing server colocation, connectivity, and hybrid IT infrastructure services. The company serves enterprises seeking secure, resilient digital infrastructure with diverse cloud service provider interconnections across Africa.
Cloud ComputingData & InfrastructureSouth Africa, ZA
A membership platform for high-performing sales professionals and sales organizations, offering community, development programs, and resources to advance careers and team performance.
Sales Tech
Board seats Β· per SEC filings Β· 4
what is this? β$14M raise Β· filed Jul 2025 Β· via Jason Booma
$45M raise Β· filed Dec 2023 Β· via James Fleming, Patrick Hendy
$30M raise Β· filed Feb 2022 Β· via Patrick Hendy
$25.3M raise Β· filed Dec 2021 Β· via Jason Booma, John Siegel
Inferred from directors named on each company's SEC Form D β public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Columbia Capital invest at?
- Columbia Capital invests at the Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does Columbia Capital focus on?
- Columbia Capital focuses on Data & Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Mobility & Transportation.
- Where is Columbia Capital located?
- Columbia Capital is headquartered in Alexandria, US.
- Does Columbia Capital lead rounds?
- Yes, Columbia Capital leads investment rounds.
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