Nick Candito
Description
Nick Candito is a prominent angel investor and enterprise software executive with a deep operational background, primarily focusing on early-stage B2B SaaS and enterprise technology companies. His career spans co-founding and leading multiple successful software ventures, including Adapt.io (acquired by LeadIQ) and Oomph, Inc., providing him with invaluable firsthand experience in building and scaling tech businesses. This extensive operational expertise underpins his investment approach, allowing him to offer strategic guidance beyond just capital.
Candito's investment thesis is sharply focused on the pre-seed and seed stages, targeting startups poised for significant disruption within the B2B software landscape. He has built an impressive portfolio, personally investing in and advising over 150 companies, demonstrating a prolific and consistent engagement with the startup ecosystem. His portfolio reflects a strong preference for companies developing innovative solutions for business challenges, leveraging technologies such as AI, data analytics, and workflow automation.
More recently, Candito co-founded Angel Collective Fund (ACOF) alongside David Sacks of Craft Ventures, further solidifying his commitment to early-stage B2B SaaS. ACOF operates as a rolling fund, specifically designed to provide capital and strategic support to promising startups in this sector. Through ACOF, his typical first check sizes range from $100,000 to $250,000, indicating a sweet spot for initial capital infusions that can significantly impact nascent companies. This structured approach through ACOF complements his prior extensive personal angel investing.
Founders seeking investment from Nick Candito can expect a hands-on investor who brings not only capital but also a wealth of operational knowledge, strategic insights, and a robust network within the enterprise software domain. His track record as both an operator and an investor positions him as a valuable partner for early-stage B2B SaaS companies aiming for rapid growth and market leadership.
Investor Profile
Nick Candito has backed more than 41 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, France, India.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Typical check size: $100K – $250K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (56%)
- Pre Seed (20%)
- Series A (12%)
- Series C (5%)
- Series D (2%)
- Series B (2%)
- Series Unknown (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (90%)
- France (5%)
- India (2%)
- Canada (2%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Saas
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Fintech
- Machine Learning
- Financial Services
- Analytics
- Internet
- Cloud Data Services
- Mobile Apps
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