Stocks & Strauss Fund Manager
South Africastocksandstrauss.com
Overview
Stocks & Strauss Fund Manager is a specialist investment and fund management firm founded by Wayne Stocks and Daniel Strauss, focused on backing entrepreneurs and building companies. The firm operates as a registered fund management arm, managing multiple funds including the University Technology Fund (UTF), which commercializes technology and intellectual property from South African universities.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Pay | Mar 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Stellenbosch Nanofiber Company | Nov 2020 | Series A | Lead |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.