Davidson Kempner

BYJU’S is a valuable ed-tech company at USD 10.5 billion and the creator of India’s most loved school learning app which offers highly adaptive, engaging, and effective learning programs for students in classes 1 -12 and competitive exams like JEE, NEET, CAT, and IAS. BYJU'S launched its flagship product, BYJU’S - The Learning App, for classes 4-12 in 2015. Today, the app has over 42 million registered students. With an average time of 71 minutes being spent by a student on the app every day from 1700+ cities, the app is creating a whole new way of learning through visual lessons. The Disney. BYJU'S Early Learn App was launched in June 2019, a special offering from BYJU'S for students in classes 1-3 featuring Disney’s timeliness characters. In early 2019, BYJU'S also acquired Osmo, a Palo Alto-based maker of educational games to transform the whole offline to an online learning experience.

Stori is a financial services company focused on providing inclusive solutions in Latin America through innovative technology. The company connects consumers with personal loan officers, enabling them to select financial products that align with their specific financial situations. Stori's platform not only helps users choose suitable loans but also guides them through the application process, ensuring a smoother experience. Founded in 2017 and based in Vienna, Virginia, Stori aims to enhance access to financial services for underserved populations in the region.

Placemakr operates apartment-style hotels that provide a unique lodging experience by combining the comforts of home with the services of a hotel. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company specializes in pop-up hotels located in newly constructed luxury apartment buildings. These hotels feature fully furnished apartments equipped with modern amenities, including fitness facilities. Placemakr's model not only enhances the living experience for residents but also supports multifamily developers by mitigating risks during the lease-up phase of new properties, generating additional revenue streams in the process. The company has established locations in Tysons Corner, Virginia; Houston, Texas; and Seattle, Washington.

Marlette Funding is a financial tech company tasked to empower customers. It specializes in online lending services providing a frictionless application and a fast funding process. It has facilitated over $7B in loans to more than 350,000 people who use the loans to finance large purchases or consolidate and pay off debt. It was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Wilmington, Delaware.

Prytek is a multinational corporation headquartered in Singapore, established in 2017, that specializes in technology investments and Operations-as-a-Service. The firm focuses on late-stage venture capital, private equity, and secondary market investments, targeting sectors such as financial services, fintech, education, cybersecurity, human resources, artificial intelligence, and consumer insights. Prytek aims to create vertically integrated ecosystems by leveraging the technologies and services of its portfolio companies and subsidiaries to develop large-scale solutions and build future legacy businesses.

At Digital Currency Group (DCG), we build and support bitcoin and blockchain companies by leveraging our insights, network, and access to capital. Based in New York City, DCG has been an active seed investor in the digital currency industry with 150+ investments in over 30 countries. In addition, DCG owns and operates CoinDesk, the top media and events platform in the blockchain space, Genesis Trading, the industry's leading bitcoin brokerage firm, and Grayscale Investments, the largest digital currency asset management firm.

Zopa Limited operates an online marketplace lending platform in the United Kingdom, facilitating unsecured loans directly between borrowers and lenders, thereby bypassing traditional banks. Established in 2004 and headquartered in London, Zopa categorizes borrowers into distinct credit grades, allowing lenders to make tailored offers based on these ratings. The platform supports various loan purposes, including car loans, debt consolidation, home improvements, and wedding expenses. Zopa manages essential services such as credit checks, legal documentation, and collections, while also mitigating lender risk through features like monthly direct debit repayments and allowing fractional lending. The company generates revenue by charging borrowers a fixed fee and levying an annual fee on lenders. Zopa has received multiple accolades for its innovative approach and commitment to customer service, positioning itself as a key player in the peer-to-peer lending market.

DivideBuy offers Interest-Free Credit through our Retail Partners. A fast application process with an immediate decision means you can choose to Spread the Cost of your purchase with no hidden charges. Your one DivideBuy account can be used across our diverse range of Retail Partners.

DivideBuy offers Interest-Free Credit through our Retail Partners. A fast application process with an immediate decision means you can choose to Spread the Cost of your purchase with no hidden charges. Your one DivideBuy account can be used across our diverse range of Retail Partners.

Loanpal, LLC provides financing for clean energy home improvement projects. The company finances the full scope of a clean energy project, such as the installation of new roof, support new solar panels, and home improvements. Additionally, it offers home purchasing loans and refinancing services. The company was formerly known as Paramount Equity Mortgage, LLC and changed its name to Loanpal, LLC in November 2019. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Roseville, California. Loanpal, LLC operates as a subsidiary of Paramount GR Holding, LLC.

Hedonova is an alternative investment fund. The company invests in asset classes like wine, art, startups, real estate, equipment finance, litigation finance, students, and more.

Hedonova is an alternative investment fund. The company invests in asset classes like wine, art, startups, real estate, equipment finance, litigation finance, students, and more.

Pepkor Holdings Limited is a South African retail company that operates a diverse portfolio of retail chains across Africa and parts of Eastern Europe and Australia. Established in 2017 and based in Cape Town, Pepkor focuses on providing discount and value-oriented goods, primarily in the clothing, footwear, and textiles sectors. The company operates approximately 5,254 stores in various countries, including South Africa, Angola, Botswana, and Nigeria, employing around 32,000 people. Its main subsidiaries include Pep and Ackermans in South Africa, Best & Less in Australia, and Pepco in Poland. In addition to clothing and general merchandise, Pepkor offers household goods, furniture, appliances, consumer electronics, and financial services, catering to customers seeking affordable everyday products.