Cobalt Capital

Cobalt Capital is a growth equity firm building an investment portfolio focused on enduring technology companies across multiple stages. Its core offering is strategic capital and operational expertise, applied to digital content, technology, consumer, and lifestyle businesses. The firm employs a hands-on approach, fostering scalable growth and market leadership within its portfolio.

Rick Hess established Cobalt Capital in 2019 as its Founder and Managing Partner. The firm's founding insight emerged from the team's collective prior experience, notably including Dan Abrams from CAA-affiliated Evolution Media. This background provided a nuanced understanding of relevant markets, informing a founder-centric investment model.

Cobalt Capital partners with growth-stage companies led by exceptional entrepreneurs, offering strategic support. Its long-term vision is to significantly influence the future by investing in innovative technology and consumer platforms. The firm aims to cultivate a thriving ecosystem where its portfolio companies achieve substantial value and impact.