Widus Partners

Founded in 2010, Widus Partners is a boutique investment firm that provides practical solutions and advisory services to corporations in Asia and the U.S. The firm specializes in mergers and acquisitions, investment advisory, and private equity, focusing on small to mid-sized businesses as well as larger public companies. Widus Partners is recognized for its ability to execute transformative deals and for fostering long-term relationships across markets. The firm distinguishes itself through a team of professionals with diverse backgrounds in private equity, mergers and acquisitions law, management consulting, and investment banking, all of whom have significant experience in key global markets. This combination of expertise positions Widus Partners as a leading advisor and investor in the region.

Steve Byun

Managing Partner

Neil Chang

Partner and Head, M&A and Investment Advisory

Jonathan Lee

COO

6 past transactions

Million on Mars

Venture Round in 2023
Million on Mars is a developer of an innovative gaming platform designed to immerse users in a virtual Mars environment where they can explore, craft, and strategize. This MMO open sandbox city builder allows players to select their homestead location and construct settlements on meticulously detailed in-game terrain, created from NASA and JPL topographical data. By engaging in this interactive experience, players can model the potential impacts of universal basic income within a play-to-earn economy, emphasizing learning through gameplay without the need for physical labor. The company aims to prepare humanity for future civilizations on Mars while providing a platform for creative expression and economic engagement.

Wholesum Brands

Debt Financing in 2022
Our mission is to transform the ecommerce entrepreneur journey by discovering their brands and inspiring innovative teams who re-think brand expansion and scaling strategies to elevate independent local products into global brands.

Wholesum Brands

Series A in 2022
Our mission is to transform the ecommerce entrepreneur journey by discovering their brands and inspiring innovative teams who re-think brand expansion and scaling strategies to elevate independent local products into global brands.

Wholesum Brands

Debt Financing in 2022
Our mission is to transform the ecommerce entrepreneur journey by discovering their brands and inspiring innovative teams who re-think brand expansion and scaling strategies to elevate independent local products into global brands.

Shin Starr Presents

Seed Round in 2021
Shin Starr Presents is a company specializing in the creation, operation, and franchising of quick-service and fast-casual dining restaurants centered on Korean cuisine. It leverages proprietary robotic kitchen technology to enhance the quality and efficiency of cooking and food service. The company has developed SPACE+ Technology, a spatial technology platform that integrates robotic and network technologies into a fully autonomous kitchen system. This innovative approach not only streamlines kitchen operations but also aims to reduce labor costs and simplify recipe management for clients. Through its restaurant brands, Shin Starr Presents aims to deliver a diverse array of authentic Korean food to a global audience.

SJW International

Private Equity Round in 2017
SJW International Co., Ltd. is an educational organization based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in English language instruction. Founded in 2006, the company offers a variety of courses, including basic English programs, online English classes, and teaching video courses tailored for both children and adults. SJW International aims to enhance English proficiency through diverse learning methods, catering to a wide audience seeking to improve their language skills.
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