[3] Collins is also the author of the children's book series The Adventures of Archibald and Jockabeb.

[7] Collins also holds a Master of Business Administration Degree from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1973.

Prior to his business career, he served as an officer in the US Navy, and taught naval sciences at his alma mater, the University of Pennsylvania.

[2] In 2016 he formed the consulting firm Acorn Advisors, LLC, with Sophia Shaw.

[19] Collins is the author of the children's book series The Adventures of Archibald and Jockabeb, the profits from which he donates to educational charities.