Wafra
Wafra Inc. is a privately owned investment manager based in New York, established in 1985. The firm primarily serves institutional clients, including government investment agencies and private clients, managing various investment accounts and pooled vehicles. Wafra invests across a diverse array of asset classes, including public equity, fixed income, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure. Its investment strategies encompass tactical trading, long/short equities, event-driven, and relative value approaches, with a focus on mid-cap and large-cap growth stocks. The firm employs a combination of fundamental analysis and strategic asset selection to guide its investments. Wafra is committed to forming long-term partnerships with best-in-class management teams while providing flexible capital solutions aimed at delivering sustainable investment returns over generations. In addition to its New York headquarters, Wafra has offices in Austin, London, Kuwait, and Bermuda.
Jiko Technologies, Inc., based in Oakland, California, is a fintech company that provides a unique debit card experience through its Jiko Solid product, which features no name or card number to enhance privacy and security. The company offers cash back on every transaction and provides single-use virtual cards, with no minimum balance requirements, making it an accessible option for consumers. Jiko's platform automatically invests users' funds in liquid US government-backed securities, such as treasury bills, while also serving as a financial portal for digital transactions. Founded in 2016, Jiko enables users to effectively manage their money by keeping track of their expenses and investments in a streamlined manner.
Private Equity Round in 2015
TowerBrook Capital Partners is an investment management firm that specializes in private equity investments across European and North American companies. The firm adopts a control-oriented investment strategy, focusing on large and middle-market companies and partnering with skilled management teams. TowerBrook seeks to identify complex situations that present attractive growth potential, often in areas that other investors might overlook. The firm's approach is built on superior sourcing and value creation, leveraging deep networks and extensive experience to execute transactions on an exclusive basis. In addition to their investment activities, TowerBrook emphasizes the importance of community engagement, encouraging portfolio companies to contribute positively to their localities. The firm manages various funds, including those focused on healthcare and impact investments, reflecting its commitment to diverse sectors and responsible capital deployment.
Molecular Imprints Inc. manufactures imprint and lithography systems for creating nanometer-scale surface relief structures. The company, through its Jet and Flash imprint lithography technology, provides nanopatterning capability for display, life science, light emitting diode, and other high-tech industries. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Austin, Texas.