Sam Das, CMFG Ventures

About Sam Das

Sam Das, Managing Director of CMFG Ventures (now TruStage Ventures), invests in early-stage fintech and insurtech startups, primarily at the Seed, Series A, and Series B levels, with check sizes ranging from $1 million to $5 million for early rounds and up to $10 million for later stages. His focus centers on companies enhancing financial security for credit union members, with a distinctive thesis supporting diverse founding teams through the firm’s $15 million Discovery Fund dedicated to underrepresented entrepreneurs. Notable portfolio companies include Caribou, RenoFi, Cottage, Climb, and Zest AI, which deliver innovations in mobile banking, data analytics, and asset protection.

Sam Das at a glance

Role

Managing Director

Organization

CMFG Ventures

Location

Madison, WI

Investor type

Venture Capital

Focus areas

FinTech, Financial Services, Finance, Personal Finance, Education, Internet, Automotive, E-Commerce

Frequently asked about Sam Das

What does Sam Das invest in?

Sam Das at CMFG Ventures (Madison, WI) — sector focus: FinTech, Financial Services, Finance, Personal Finance, Education, Internet, Automotive, E-Commerce, Bankaing, Lending.

How do I contact Sam Das?

Sam Das's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.

Where is Sam Das based?

Sam Das is based in Madison, WI.

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