Barry Givens

Barry Givens is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in investment, engineering, and entrepreneurial ventures. Currently serving as Managing Partner at Collab Capital since January 2019, Barry focuses on empowering black founders by providing essential resources for business growth. Previous roles include Managing Director at Techstars, CEO of Monsieur, where strategic partnerships and fundraising were key responsibilities, and a Sales Engineer and Project Manager at Caterpillar Inc., where Barry specialized in power generation solutions. As the Founder and Broker of Dream Realty, Barry led innovative approaches in the real estate industry through technology. Early career experience as a Mechanical Engineer at John Deere involved designing tooling and components for tractors. Barry holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.