Infrontier is a private equity firm headquartered in London, with an additional office in Kabul, Afghanistan. The firm specializes in investments in pre-emerging markets, focusing on buyout opportunities in financial services, healthcare, and technology-related sectors across South and Central Asia. Infrontier aims to provide business solutions through its investments, contributing to the development of frontier regions while leveraging its expertise to foster growth in these markets.

IFU is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that specializes in providing equity, mezzanine financing, loans, and guarantees to projects in developing countries. Established in 1967, IFU focuses on creating and financing new businesses, joint ventures between Danish companies and local partners, and acquiring existing ventures. The firm primarily invests in sectors such as commercial services, biofuels, renewable energy, and irrigation systems, with a particular emphasis on climate and agribusiness. Investments are targeted at countries with a low gross national income per capita, as defined by specific criteria, and include regions across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. IFU typically invests between DKK 0.5 million and DKK 100 million and often seeks co-investment opportunities with Danish firms. The firm also supports small and medium-sized enterprises and provides advisory services for business investments in developing markets. With a preference for board membership, IFU aims to exit investments within five to seven years, ensuring a positive return for its stakeholders.

Catalyst Private Equity, established in 2006 and based in Amman, Jordan, is a specialized investment management firm focused on the renewable energy, water, and natural resources sectors in the Middle East and North Africa. The firm aims to foster continuous improvement in environmental and social management for its clients. By creating, investing in, and nurturing successful projects and industrial products, Catalyst Private Equity plays a vital role in promoting sustainable development in the region. Its growth expansion fund, launched in 2009, targets investments in companies that align with its mission of enhancing performance in these critical sectors.

Apis Partners is a private equity asset manager based in London, specializing in financial services within growth markets, including Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Europe. The firm is managed by a seasoned team with over 20 years of experience in financial services and private equity, having built a strong track record in the industry. Apis Partners has developed a wide-ranging network of operating partners, comprising over 20 financial services professionals, which enhances their on-the-ground presence in five countries. The firm's recent fund, Apis Growth Markets Fund III, launched in 2023, focuses on investments in the financial services sector, targeting ticket sizes between USD 60 to USD 70 million across 10 to 15 companies. Apis Partners leverages its extensive industry expertise and resources to capitalize on growth opportunities in emerging markets.

Incofin Investment Management is a private equity firm based in Wilrijk, Belgium, that specializes in investing in microfinance institutions (MFIs) and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in developing countries. The firm focuses on providing financial services, including credit, savings, and insurance, to underserved populations, particularly in rural areas and the agricultural sector. Incofin IM typically makes debt, equity, and guarantee investments, while ensuring it does not become a majority shareholder in the MFIs it supports, thus participating actively in governance. It primarily targets investments in regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia, with a commitment to investing at least 25% in African, Caribbean, and Pacific countries. The firm has a strong emphasis on financial inclusion, seeking to enhance access to financial services for smallholder farmers and those involved in agricultural value chains. With 15 years of experience in impact investing, Incofin IM aims to create positive social outcomes alongside financial returns.

Fiera Capital (Asia) operates through Clearwater Capital Partners, an investment firm specializing in private equity, distressed debt, and credit investments focused on companies across the Asia region. The firm offers investors access to a diverse range of special-situation investments in both public and private debt or equity, particularly targeting small-to-medium-sized enterprises that often face capital constraints. By assisting these companies with financial and operational restructurings, Clearwater Capital has established itself as a trusted partner to banks, brokers, and other business intermediaries in the region. Following its merger with Fiera Capital in August 2018, Clearwater Capital manages approximately $1.4 billion in assets, contributing to Fiera Capital's broader portfolio, which exceeds $111 billion in traditional and alternative assets.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a member of The World Bank Group that focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries through private sector investment. It provides a range of financial services, including loans, equity investments, quasi-equity products, and advisory services aimed at supporting startups and various stages of company development. IFC invests in sectors such as agribusiness, financial services, health, education, infrastructure, global manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, and tourism, with a particular emphasis on projects that promote food security, digital finance, and affordable healthcare. The organization targets investments ranging from $1 million to $100 million, often seeking minority stakes but may also take a majority position in its portfolio companies. IFC aims to create jobs, generate tax revenues, and enhance corporate governance in emerging markets, thus contributing positively to local communities. Established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., IFC operates globally with offices across various regions, focusing its efforts on financing projects that align with its mission of improving lives in developing countries.

Kinetic Ventures, L.L.C., founded in 1983 and based in Chevy Chase, Maryland, with an additional office in Atlanta, Georgia, is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments. The firm primarily focuses on the communications, information technology, and power and clean technology sectors. In communications, Kinetic Ventures looks for opportunities in last mile connectivity, wireless infrastructure, and mobile video, among others. In the information technology sector, the firm targets investments in mobile platforms, open source solutions, and security management. Its clean technology investments concentrate on smart grid technology and low carbon solutions. Kinetic Ventures typically invests between $2 million and $10 million per company and may consider larger investments through syndication. The firm generally prefers to invest in U.S.-based companies but is open to opportunities in Canada and select international markets. Kinetic Ventures seeks to secure a Board seat in its portfolio companies and typically exits investments through initial public offerings or acquisitions.

Village Capital is a Washington, D.C.-based venture capital firm founded in 2009 that focuses on early-stage and seed investments in sectors such as agriculture, education, energy, financial services, and healthcare. The firm aims to empower entrepreneurs by employing a unique peer-support model, allowing entrepreneurs to select the ventures that receive pre-committed seed funding at the conclusion of its programs. Village Capital connects high-potential entrepreneurs with essential resources, fostering innovation and growth. It operates both a nonprofit that provides training for founders and a for-profit investment fund that invests in top program graduates, having supported over 1,000 entrepreneurs and more than 550 enterprises across various global regions. The firm has achieved notable success, with its alumni generating significant revenue and creating thousands of jobs, while maintaining a high recommendation rate among participants.

AE Industrial Partners, LP is a private equity firm established in 1998, based in Boca Raton, Florida, with additional offices in Savannah and Stamford. The firm specializes in growth capital, middle market investments, and buyouts, particularly focusing on carve-outs and management buyouts of family- or founder-owned companies. AE Industrial Partners targets sectors such as aerospace and defense, space and government services, power generation, and specialty industrial markets. The firm emphasizes investments in highly technical manufacturing, distribution, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, and logistics. It seeks to invest in companies with revenues between $50 million and $1 billion, prioritizing those with annual growth exceeding five percent and significant aftermarket opportunities. The firm also engages in greenvesting, supporting companies dedicated to improving fuel consumption and reducing emissions. By leveraging its industry networks and operational expertise, AE Industrial Partners aims to enhance profitability and ensure the long-term success of its portfolio companies.

CDC Group, established in 1948, is the UK’s Development Finance Institution wholly owned by the government. Its primary mission is to foster business development in Africa and South Asia, aiming to create jobs and improve living conditions in some of the world’s most impoverished regions. CDC invests strategically in sectors where job creation is most needed, including manufacturing, agribusiness, infrastructure, financial institutions, construction, health, and education. By supporting businesses in these areas, CDC seeks to stimulate economic growth and enhance the private sector in regions where it is often underdeveloped. Through its portfolio, which includes numerous investee businesses, CDC has demonstrated a significant impact on job creation and local economies, contributing to tax revenues and ultimately improving the lives of individuals in the communities it serves.

Chobani Incubator is a program for companies taking on broken food systems to bring better food to more people. they are here to help small companies with big hearts and ideas challenge the food industry, improve broken systems, and make a difference.

Mediterra Capital is an independent private equity fund management company established in 2011, specializing in investments within Turkey's mid-market and SME sector. The firm primarily targets companies with enterprise values between €25 million and €250 million, focusing on the Anatolian region. Mediterra Capital emphasizes investments in export-driven industrial firms and sectors that cater to domestic consumer demand. The company manages Mediterra Capital Partners and maintains strategic partnerships with various international institutional investors, including Alpinvest Partners, DEG, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the International Finance Corporation, among others.

Brand Capital, established in 2005 and based in Mumbai, India, is a private equity investment firm that has played a significant role in building over 850 indigenous brands over the past decade. The firm has introduced innovative print advertising concepts, such as jackets and panorama adverts, that have been widely adopted in the industry. With a focus on creating brand value rather than merely financial returns, Brand Capital contributes intellectual capital to aid in brand strategy development and media planning. Its investments span a diverse range of sectors, including education technology, financial technology, health technology, retail, fast-moving consumer goods, consumer durables, real estate, and health and wellness. The firm's current invested value is approximately USD 2.5 billion, reflecting its commitment to disruptive innovation and leveraging the media properties of The Times Group.

Hivers and Strivers is an angel investment group based in Virginia that focuses on supporting early-stage companies founded and managed by graduates of the U.S. Military Academies. The firm aims to leverage the unique skills and leadership qualities of these veterans to foster business growth and innovation. By targeting this specific demographic, Hivers and Strivers seeks to create a positive impact on the entrepreneurial landscape while providing financial backing and strategic support to promising ventures.

Shawn Carpenter is the Founder and Chairman of the Board at Three Tree Ventures, an early-stage technology startup investment fund that backs exceptional entrepreneurs that are applying technology to market segments with high caps that have had a historically incorrect, ineffective and/or insufficient level of technology application. Three Tree Ventures prefers to invest in startups as early as possible, exclusively invests in product companies, and prefers to invest in organizations with one or more U.S. military veteran founder(s). Shawn is also an LP and Advisor to CrossCut Ventures (https://www.crosscut.vc) located in Los Angeles, CA (6+ years). Mr. Carpenter is a globally respected cyber security expert with a broad range of successful early-stage investments, including Compass, GroupSense, White Ops (acquired by Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking), Dark Cubed, uSTADIUM, PeerNova, MILLIE, Rumi Spice, Awake Security (acquired by Arista Networks), Privateer Holdings (acquired by TILRAY), ThreatGRID (acquired by Cisco Systems), RideScout (acquired by Daimler AG), InAuth (acquired by American Express) and Efflux Systems (acquired by NETSCOUT Systems). Mr. Carpenter is known for his acumen for advising early stage innovators. He has successfully helped raise capital, navigate rough waters, acquire key talent and customers, and help develop short and long-term strategies for portfolio companies and startups that he advises. He is currently an Advisor to CrossCut Ventures, Trinity Cyber, TruSTAR Technology, GroupSense, uSTADIUM, MILLIE, Blackwatch Digital, and Netswitch Technology Management. He has held key positions at startups where he was an early employee — Principal Forensics Analyst at NetWitness Corporation (acquired by EMC/RSA), Chief Technical Analyst at iSIGHT Partners (acquired by FireEye), Chief Strategy Officer at Invotas (aquired by FireEye), and Senior Vice President of Cyber at Cybraics. One of his greatest passions is being the Technical Advisor for a non-profit 501(c)3 founded by his wife, Dr. Jennifer Jacobs, and a close friend, Jessica Stern — Connect Our Kids (https://www.connectourkids.org). The non-profit is applying modern technologies like artificial intelligence and data science to the foster care system in the United States to improve placement outcomes -- finding forever families for thousands of children in the system. His experience and successful entrepreneurial background are coupled with deep technical skills honed while pioneering cyber security protocols for the federal government and working at NetWitness and iSIGHT Partners over the past two decades. Shawn is also a veteran of the U.S. Navy, and qualified as a nuclear operator and chemist during his six years of service in the U.S. Navy's Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPS Class 9203). Shawn also worked as a senior cyber security analyst for almost six years as a Member of the Technical Staff (MTS) at Sandia National Laboratories. He discovered one of the first documented penetrations of U.S. Government networks. After joining NetWitness as one of the first employees, he helped architect, implement and stand up the Justice Security Operations Center (JSOC) — at the time the largest deployment of NetWitness gear for a federal client. Mr. Carpenter also worked as a Principal Senior Analyst at the U.S. Department of State's Cyber Threat Analysis Team (CTAD) from 2004-2007. He was a key member of the 2005 CTAD team that was awarded the prestigious Frank B. Rowlett Trophy For Organizational Achievement by the National Security Agency (https://apps.nsa.gov/iaarchive/programs/rowlett-awards/recipients.cfm). Mr. Carpenter has been tinkering with computers since his mother bought him his first computer, a TRS-80 Model I, in late 1978 at the age of 10 . He has been curious about almost everything since he was born, and enjoys playing slide guitar, harmonica, banjo and trumpet, metal detecting with his kids, building forts high in tall trees, lucid dreaming, experimenting with brain/machine interfaces, building robotics projects with his kids, and hacking all of the things. Mr. Carpenter has a particular affection for blues and jazz, and is an investor and Minor Partner in a John Coltrane biography — "Chasing Trane" (https://www.coltranefilm.com). His investments span everything from being the first money in at Rumi Spice (https://www.rumispice.com), a sustainable saffron growing enterprise founded by three West Point graduates, to PeerNova, a blockchain startup founded by his CS251 instructor from University of Nebraska. Five years after investing in Rumi Spice, it is now the largest private employer of Afghan women in the world, with over 2000 women employees. In May 2017, Mark Cuban became an investor in the saffron startup. In September of 2018, Rumi Spice's saffron became available nationwide in all Whole Food Markets. Shawn is a native of Sioux Falls, SD, and credits his Mother, high school marching band instructor, David Haugen, South Dakota roots, and industry mentors and friends like Aaron Walters, Amit Yoran, Dug Song, Gary Golomb, Chris Lukas, Sean Catlett, Richard Stiennon, Paul Garrett, Fraser Verrusio, and many others for his scrappiness and successes.

MindWorks Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2013, focusing on early and expansion-stage investments in startups across Greater China and Southeast Asia. With an assets under management exceeding $700 million, the firm typically invests between $1 million and $2 million initially, aiming for total funding of $5 million to $10 million throughout the investment lifecycle. MindWorks seeks innovative and disruptive companies in Greater China, often engaging at the Series A stage, while in Southeast Asia, it targets proven business models at the Series B level. The firm concentrates on sectors such as logistics, fintech, and enterprise technology, and its investment strategies are revisited every six months. Based in Hong Kong, MindWorks Capital also maintains offices in Beijing and Jakarta, where a team of 12 investment professionals actively supports portfolio companies in scaling operations, forming partnerships, and securing follow-on investments.

Artha Group is a Mumbai-based investment firm that focuses on early-stage ventures through its subsidiary, Artha India Ventures, established in 2012. The firm mentors and invests in a diverse range of startups across various sectors, including consumer goods, renewable energy, healthcare, retail, and technology, operating both in India and the United States. Artha India Ventures has built a robust portfolio with investments in over 47 startups, covering areas such as hospitality, education, e-commerce, home services, microfinance, and cloud communications. Additionally, the Artha Select Fund, launched in 2022, aims to invest in a select group of 12 to 14 startups, further enhancing the firm's commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

Started in April 2006, the Indian Angel Network is a unique concept which brings together highly successful entrepreneurs and CEOs from India and around the world who are interested in investing in startup / early stage ventures which have the potential of creating disproportionate value. The Network, in addition to money, provide constant access to high quality mentoring, vast networks and inputs on strategy as well as execution. The Network members, because of their background are better able to assess the potential and risks at the early stage.

Leopard Capital LP is a private equity firm founded in 2007 that specializes in early-stage venture, expansion, and pre-IPO investments in pre-emerging economies, particularly in Cambodia and Haiti. The firm manages two private equity funds, focusing on sectors such as financial services, affordable housing, renewable energy, agribusiness, and food and beverage. In addition to its investment activities, Leopard Capital offers advisory services to startups that leverage innovative technologies to tackle global challenges. The firm is based in the Cayman Islands and has representative offices in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and Petion-Ville, Haiti.

Investisseurs & Partenaires is an impact investment group focused on supporting African Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Established in 2002 by Patrice Hoppenot and currently led by Jean-Michel Severino, I&P has invested in over 90 companies across 16 African countries, spanning various sectors such as health, transport, and microfinance. The organization aims to foster local economic development by providing capital, technical assistance, and strategic support to enhance the growth of its portfolio companies. I&P manages four pan-African funds and sponsors five additional impact funds, with a total of €135 million under management. The team, comprising approximately forty professionals, operates from Paris and seven African offices located in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Madagascar, Niger, and Senegal. Through its investments, I&P seeks to create long-term employment opportunities and generate significant social, environmental, and governance impacts across the continent.

The Boeing Company is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Chicago, specializing in the design, manufacture, and sale of fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, rockets, and satellites. Boeing is recognized as one of the largest global aircraft manufacturers and the second-largest aerospace and defense contractor. The company operates through two primary business units: Boeing Commercial Airplanes, which focuses on commercial jetliners, and Boeing Defense, Space & Security, which provides defense and aerospace products and services. Boeing's extensive product offerings include military aircraft, satellites, weapons systems, and advanced information and communication systems. Additionally, the company supports its clients with leasing and product support services. With a workforce of over 170,000 employees, Boeing emphasizes innovation and a diverse talent pool, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of customers in the aerospace and defense sectors worldwide.

New Silk Route is a growth capital firm founded in 2006 by Rajat Gupta, headquartered in New York. The firm primarily focuses on investing in early to growth-stage companies across the Indian subcontinent and other rapidly developing economies in Asia. By targeting these regions, New Silk Route aims to capitalize on the opportunities presented by emerging markets, providing both financial support and strategic guidance to its portfolio companies.

Jacob Ballas Capital India Private Limited, located in New Delhi, is a prominent private equity advisory firm focused on India. It serves as an advisor to the investment managers of three India-focused private equity funds, collectively managing over USD 600 million in assets. The firm specializes in providing private equity advisory services and operates as a non-banking finance company. Ownership of Jacob Ballas Capital includes the founder, the management team, and New York Life Investment Management, a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company, which holds a 25% stake in the firm.

Clearstone Venture Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 1998, with offices in Santa Monica and Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in incubating and investing in companies at various stages, including seed, early, late-stage, and growth capital investments, primarily in the technology sector. It seeks to invest in a range of technology markets such as software, consumer applications, enterprise infrastructure, communications, and data center solutions. Clearstone focuses on innovative areas within these sectors, including new application models, mobile applications, and IP telephony. The firm typically invests between $1 million and $15 million and aims to be the lead investor, often taking a board seat in its portfolio companies. With over $650 million in committed capital, Clearstone has a history of financing successful companies and maintains strong relationships with other venture capital firms. It targets investments primarily in the United States and India.

Founded in 1996 by Bill Gross and based in Pasadena, California, Idealab is a leading technology incubator and venture capital firm that specializes in nurturing early-stage and startup companies, particularly in the internet sector. Over its two decades of operation, Idealab has launched more than 150 companies, generating over 10,000 jobs and achieving significant exits through IPOs and acquisitions. The firm offers a comprehensive range of support services, including office space, development and technology assistance, graphic design, marketing, competitive research, legal and accounting services, and business development support. Idealab collaborates with other venture capital firms and strategic investors to enhance the growth potential of its companies, providing initial capital and helping to recruit management teams. The firm's mission is to innovate and pursue bold ideas, often inspired by Gross himself, making it a notable player in the technology landscape.