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Hudson Structured Capital Management

North America, Connecticut, United States, Stamford

Description

Hudson Structured Capital Management (HSCM) is a prominent alternative asset manager based in Stamford, Connecticut, with a specialized focus on the re/insurance and transportation sectors. Established with a mandate to manage assets across these critical industries, HSCM employs a multi-strategy approach, encompassing venture, public, and private market investments. Their expertise lies in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities within complex and often capital-intensive markets.

A significant component of HSCM's strategy is its venture arm, HSCM Ventures, which targets early-stage and growth-stage companies. This arm actively seeks out innovative startups that are poised to disrupt or enhance the re/insurance and transportation landscapes. Within re/insurance, their interests span InsurTech, FinTech, climate tech, and other technological advancements that improve risk management, claims processing, and policy distribution. In transportation, they look for advancements in maritime, aviation, and ground logistics, including areas like autonomous vehicles, supply chain optimization, and sustainable transport solutions.

HSCM has demonstrated substantial capital deployment capabilities. As of December 31, 2023, the firm reported managing over $4 billion in assets under management (AUM) across its various strategies. Their commitment to the venture space is particularly evident with the successful closing of HSCM Ventures Fund III in December 2023, which secured $700 million in commitments. This substantial fund size enables HSCM Ventures to make meaningful investments, typically ranging from a few million dollars for earlier-stage rounds to tens of millions for more mature, growth-stage companies. They often participate in Series A, B, and C rounds, providing capital for scaling operations, product development, and market expansion.

HSCM's strategic investments aim to foster innovation and efficiency within their target sectors. By leveraging their deep industry knowledge and extensive network, they not only provide capital but also strategic guidance to their portfolio companies. Their dual focus on re/insurance and transportation positions them uniquely to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in these interconnected global industries, contributing to their long-term growth and transformation.

Investor Profile

Hudson Structured Capital Management has backed more than 29 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 11 rounds, about 38% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on InsurTech, Insurance, Financial Services.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $2M – $50M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (28%)
  • Series B (17%)
  • Series C (14%)
  • Debt Financing (10%)
  • Series D (7%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (7%)
  • Series Unknown (7%)
  • Convertible Note (3%)
  • Undisclosed (3%)
  • Private Equity (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Insurtech
  • Insurance
  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Property Insurance
  • Proptech
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Machine Learning
  • Commercial Insurance
  • Internet
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Who does Hudson Structured Capital Management frequently co-invest with?

August Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
Avanta Ventures
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3
Allegis Capital
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 4
Flyover Capital
North America, Kansas, United States, Overland Park
Co-Investments: 3
Juxtapose
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Commerce Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
US
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Co-Investments: 3
Flourish Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
Alpha Edison
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 4
QED Investors
North America, Virginia, United States, Alexandria
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Hudson Structured Capital Management often collaborate with?

CN
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Nilam Ganenthiran
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Shared Deals: 1
ME
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
GK
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
ZP
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
CM
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
MC
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Shared Deals: 1
MB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Hudson Structured Capital Management?

Gracie Point

New York, New York, United States

Gracie Point is a finance company that offers life insurance financing solutions.

BankingBitcoinFinancial ServicesFinTechInsuranceInsurTech
Private EquityFeb 20, 2025
Earned Wealth

New York, New York, United States

Earned Wealth is a wealth management platform that provides personalized financial planning and investment strategies for doctors.

AdviceFinancial ServicesOnline Portals
Series AJul 10, 2024
Amount Raised: $200,000,000
Ruby Reinsurance

Chesterfield, Missouri, United States

Ruby Re will reinsure RGA business and will not deal with clients directly at first.

Insurance
Post Ipo EquityDec 6, 2023
Layr

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Layr is an insurtech startup determined to help small businesses tackle commercial insurance on their terms.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Commercial InsuranceFinancial ServicesFinTechInsuranceInsurTechInternet
Series UnknownOct 24, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Kin Insurance

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Kin Insurance is an insurtech company that offers personalized home insurance policies.

Financial ServicesInsuranceInsurTechProperty InsurancePropTech
Series DSep 13, 2023
Amount Raised: $33,000,000
Earned Wealth

New York, New York, United States

Earned Wealth is a wealth management platform that provides personalized financial planning and investment strategies for doctors.

AdviceFinancial ServicesOnline Portals
Series AApr 6, 2023
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Kin Insurance

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Kin Insurance is an insurtech company that offers personalized home insurance policies.

Financial ServicesInsuranceInsurTechProperty InsurancePropTech
Debt FinancingOct 28, 2022
Amount Raised: $145,000,000
Buckle

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Buckle is a digital financial services company that provides insurance products.

CreditFinTechInsurTechLendingRide Sharing
Debt FinancingMar 22, 2022
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
Layr

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Layr is an insurtech startup determined to help small businesses tackle commercial insurance on their terms.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Commercial InsuranceFinancial ServicesFinTechInsuranceInsurTechInternet
Series AMar 21, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Kin Insurance

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Kin Insurance is an insurtech company that offers personalized home insurance policies.

Financial ServicesInsuranceInsurTechProperty InsurancePropTech
Series DMar 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $82,000,000