Housing Tech Investors

Incorporated in 1989, LIC Housing Finance Ltd (LICHFL) is one of the largest Housing Finance Companies in India with a key objective of providing long term finance to individuals for the purchase or construction of house/flat for residential purposes in India. LICHFL also provides finance on existing property for business/ personal needs and also gives loans to professionals for purchase/construction of Clinics/Nursing Homes/ Diagnostic Centers/ Office Space and also for purchase of equipment. The Company also provides finance to builders and developers engaged in the business of construction of houses or flats for residential purpose and to be sold by them.

XSML is a private equity and venture capital firm specializing in direct and funds of funds investments. Within the direct investments, it specializes in seed, start up, SMEs, early venture, emerging growth, growth capital, mid venture, later stage, buyout, and mezzanine investments in small and medium-sized companies. The firm also specializes in venture debt investments and offers loans. For fund of fund investments, it seeks to invest in mezzanine funds. It primarily invests in agribusiness, electronic/ electrical equipment, education, healthcare, financial services, information communications and technology (ICT), transportation, hospitality, warehousing, tourism, and retail & wholesale, manufacturing, business support service sector. The firm seeks to invest in emerging markets with a focus on Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central and East African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Zambia, Kenya, Burundi, Rwanda, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm invest between $0.3 million and $10 million. It prefers to make equity investment between $0.1 million and $7.5 million and debt investments between $0.2 million to $5 million with sales range between $1 million to $25 million. For fund of fund investments, it typically invests between $5 and $25 million. The firm prefer to take a majority stake. XSML was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands with additional offices in Kampala, Uganda; Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Launda, Angola; and Nairobi, Kenya.

Kairos HQ is a U.S.-based private company that builds products in the housing and healthcare sectors. Founded in 2008 as The Kairos Society by Ankur Jain, it is headquartered in New York City. As of 2023, the firm managed US$300 million to invest in affordable housing and personal health startups. The Kairos Society was launched in 2008 by Ankur Jain while at Wharton Business School as a talent incubator. Some founders from Kairos later founded Periscope, Casper, FiscalNote, and Digital Genius. In 2017, The Kairos Society re-launched as a venture studio named Kairos HQ, building and investing in several companies in their focus areas. Rhino is an alternative to security deposits for renters. Little Spoon is a direct-to-consumer baby product brand. Cera is a homecare service for the elderly based in the United Kingdom. Kairos also invested in Bilt Rewards—a rewards program that lets renters earn points each time they make a rent payment—and menopause-focused company Alloy Health.

Our mission is to realise the vast opportunities found in the emerging markets and back the remarkable people that make them what they are. We have a deep understanding of this growth potential because we see it from the ground. We grow and thrive together with our local partners, gaining a distinct and disruptive perspective on global finance. Global emerging markets are in our name, in our DNA and are the very fabric of our businesses: Our founders proudly hail from emerging economies and have witnessed first-hand the power of historical economic transformations. With individuals from 32 different countries who speak 24 languages, our teams are as diverse as the populations we serve. This native insight and our explorer spirit make us better investors and help us foster strong relationships. Our teams have navigated multiple emerging market cycles and have a proven track record of closing deals and creating success. We have designed our internal structures and processes to ensure a fast, bespoke and comprehensive approach to the funding and logistical needs of our partners. We have the expertise and systems in place to invest and hedge across financial products in order to mitigate volatility and maximise returns. And just as importantly, we do so with an integrity that allows us to look our partners in the eye. We have a deep respect and affinity for our host countries, their cultures, their histories and the future we are writing together. NURTURING GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY FOR GENERATIONS TO COME. At Gemcorp, we strive to make a positive and lasting impact on the communities we invest in. We support businesses and organisations that are driven by a desire to achieve excellence and share our commitment to positively impact those most in need within the emerging markets. Through nearly US$1 billion in innovative sovereign trade financing, we have delivered over 976,000 tons of basic foods and non-edible goods, as well as over 948 million units of essential medical supplies and pharmaceuticals to approved local importers in Angola. In order to ensure the quality and proper handling of pharmaceutical goods delivered to Angola, we have established a pharmaceutical warehousing complex close to Luanda, helping to close a critical infrastructure gap in the healthcare supply chain. With a US$122 million government-backed financial plan that we helped organise, a flagship 5,000-hectare farming project was launched in Quizenga, Angola. Initial crops are already producing, and the project will be fully operational in 2021, creating 1,200 new jobs for the local community. DISRUPTIVE APPROACH With our unique strategy, we are delivering local solutions to Africa’s energy needs through modular refineries located close to major oil producing areas. Our refineries are developed using the latest US design, manufacturing and operational technology, along with long-term local content planning, which allows us to maximise local job creation. CORPORATE EXPERTISE With experience in oil and gas project development management and operation, our team are able to leverage our corporate expertise in early-stage investing, commodities trading, and asset operation. SUSTAINABLE LOCAL SOLUTIONS We fully integrate environmental, social and governance factors into our operational processes and into the management of our refineries. This strict adherence ensures our assets meet the latest guidance set out in the Equator Principles.

MetaFund is a private equity and venture capital firm specializing in incubation, seed, startup, early venture, mid venture, late venture, middle market, mature, turnaround, mezzanine financing, bridge financing, PIPEs, private placements, and buyout investments. It seeks to invest in community development projects. The firm considers investments in distressed areas throughout Oklahoma. The firm target specific outcome areas that contribute to a just world free from poverty; Work, Housing, and Health. It seeks to invest in companies with annual revenues between $3 million and $30 million. It may take equity or debt investment in companies. It prefers to take majority ownership. MetaFund was founded in 1999 and is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

As a promotional bank for North Rhine-Westphalia, NRW. BANK the country in its structural and economic policy tasks. It acts on a public mandate, is competition-neutral and uses the entire spectrum of credit promotion products – from classic credit to tailor-made advice. Its three funding areas are "Economy", "Housing" and "Infrastructure/Municipalities".In contrast to commercial banks, the customers of NRW are. BANK primarily house banks and other funding intermediaries. The NRW. Bank strictly observes the prohibition of discrimination in relation to other credit institutions. Their cooperation with the cooperative and private banks as well as the savings banks follows – competition-neutral – the house banking procedure.The business of NRW. BANK focuses on the canon of funding areas defined by the so-called Understanding II. Competitive business (such as commercial real estate financing and the new issue of mortgage Pfandbriefe) has already been developed by Landesbank NRW, the predecessor institution of NRW. BANK, no longer pursued.To fulfil its mandate, NRW. BANK is active in the following areas:Securing and improving the medium-sized structure of the economy, in particular financing for business start-ups and consolidations,state social housing subsidies,structural development of cities and municipalities,Infrastructuremeasures in agriculture, forestry and rural areas,environmental protection, technology and innovation measures,measures of a social, cultural and scientific nature,Financing projects in the Community interestAs part of its mandate, NRW. BANK finance operations for local authorities and special purpose associations governed by public law and participate in project financing operations carried out by the European Investment Bank or similar financial institutions in the Community interest.TreasuryInsofar as this is directly related to its tasks, NRW. In addition to the treasury business, BANK also conducts risk management, borrows subordinated liability capital and issues uncovered bearer bonds, profit participation rights, public Pfandbriefe and other bonds.The NRW. BANK refinances itself on the international capital market and is firmly anchored here. For this reason, and in order to act responsibly and transparently also vis-à-vis the politically responsible persons in the state, funding recipients, municipalities, employees and the public, NRW is committed to itself. BANK on Public Corporate Governance.

Grupo IGS is a leading developer and manager of industrial, housing, and hotel properties in Mexico with over US $ 400 million in AUM and 40 employees. IGS Group has an extensive relationship network with some of Mexico's leading housing developers, top market hotel chains and many multi-national industrial companies that have already expressed interest in doing business together.

GR Capital is a pan-European venture fund that backs fast-growth tech companies with proven teams, business models, and scaling capacities, focusing on sectors like health, wealth, housing, and mobility.

Alsis Funds is an independent, employee owned and managed firm that provides investment advisory services to Private Funds. Alsis Funds’ strategy seeks to generate attractive risk adjusted returns through fixed income investments backed by real assets. The firm provides asset based financing to Small and Mid-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) for growth, acquisition, recapitalization, and working capital. Alsis Funds operates primarily in the real estate/housing, financial and energy sectors, and currently pursues four different investment strategies: subordinated/mezzanine/hybrid/convertible direct private lending; loan investments; acquisition of non-performing loans (NPLs) and real estate owned (REOs) portfolios; and debt backed by loan portfolios originated by third parties.

Asha Impact is a venture capital firm specializing in early stage investments. The firm also co-invests and engaged at the board level. The firm prefers to invests in Basic infrastructure and services which includes affordable housing, access to energy, water & sanitation and waste management, financial services, healthcare, climate, agriculture, financial inclusion and Technology which includes SME finance, housing finance, payment solutions, peer-to-peer lending and education, skilling and employment which includes K-12 education, vocational training, education technology, livelihoods. The firm typically invests with an average deployment of ₹60 million ($0.89 million). Asha Impact was founded in 2015 and is based in New Delhi, India with additional office in Mumbai.

JAFCO Group Co., Ltd. formerly known as JAFCO Co., Ltd. is a private equity and venture capital firm specializing in direct and fund of fund investments. Within direct investments, it invests in incubation, seed, startup, early stage, middle stage, late stage, buyout, business succession, and spin-out related investments. It seeks to invests in many fields such as life science, new drug development, regenerative medicine, medical equipment and healthcare, robotics, electronics, software, IT services, manufacturing, logistics, retail, restaurants, housing, and finance among others. The firm invests in the United States of America, Japan, and Europe. JAFCO Group Co., Ltd. was founded on April 5, 1973 and is based in Tokyo, Japan with additional office in Osaka, Japan.

Tri-W Group is a private equity and mezzanine firm specializing in middle-market, structured finance and structured or subordinated debt. The firm invests in real estate, manufacturing, value-added Distribution, solar projects, distinctive industrial and business services, hospitality, marinas, multi-family, seniors housing, storage, student housing. The firm primarily invest in the United States based businesses with a preference for the Midwest. It invests in companies with $2 million EBITDA, with Class A, B & C in terms of asset quality and larger with consistent positive cash flow and growth potential. The firm take controlling or non-controlling equity stakes. Tri-W Group was founded in 1912 and based in Columbus, Ohio

AVC Partners is a private equity firm specializing in investments in lower-middle market companies. The firm provides capital and debt for growth, acquisitions and recapitalization. The firm typically invests in family owned/closely held businesses and corporate business carve-outs. It considers investments in businesses including business services, transportation/logistics, distribution services, and light manufacturing industries. Within the business services sector, the firm focuses on facilities services, business process outsourcing and its support services, and recycling services. Within transportation/logistics sector, it focuses on warehousing and fulfillment. The firm primarily invests in companies operating in North America. It seeks to invest in companies having EBITDA between $5 million and $15 million. The firm makes majority investments. AVC Partners is based in Salt Lake, Utah.

Ev2 Ventures is a venture capital firm specializing in early to pre-series A stages startups. It seeks to invest in the smart mobility sector electric vehicles, connected supply chain, logistics technology, micro-mobility, agri supply chain, warehousing tech and sharing economy in India. Ev2 Ventures is based in New Delhi, India with an additional office in Mauritius.

Ariya Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm focusing on sustainable investments in frontier markets and small to mid-market opportunities. It does not invest in startups but can consider investments in early-stage companies. It seeks to invest in cleantech, telecommunications, information and communication technology, energy, and microfinance institutions. In cleantech sector, it seeks to invest in clean technology, renewable energy, water and sanitation, clean energy generation, energy efficiency, and sustainable housing. The firm prefers to invest in Sub Saharan Africa. It seeks board representation and equity positions. It will also promote small to medium sized companies and will focus on markets serving consumers at the Bottom Of the Pyramid (BOP). Ariya Capital was founded in 2008 and is based in St Helier, Jersey with additional offices in Gaborone, Botswana, London, United Kingdom and Nairobi, Kenya.

The Vistria Group is a next-generation private investment firm that operates at the intersection of purpose and profit, focusing on middle-market companies in healthcare, knowledge & learning solutions, financial services, and housing.

Impact Capital is a community development financial institution (CDFI) with 15+ years of experience partnering with housing authorities, neighborhood organizations, tribal entities, charter schools, financial institutions, funders, community leaders, business owners, and residents to help create sustainable and equitable communities in underserved Northwest neighborhoods. Our offices are on Pike Street adjacent to the Convention Center.

Investir&+ SAS is a venture capital firm specializing investments in emerging growth, early venture, and growth capital stages in French socially conscious companies and equity and hybrid funding. The firm prefers to invest in companies with at least 12 to 18 months of existence. The firm prefers to invest in all sectors with focus on areas such as access to housing, water, energy; employment, inclusion, equal opportunities; health addiction, environment sustainable agriculture; social link citizenship and promotion of social and environment initiatives. The equity investment is between €0.3 million ($0.35 million) and €1 million ($1.18 million) for each set of investments and up to €2 million ($2.23 million) per enterprise in total. The Target Enterprise Value is between €0.7 million ($0.78 million) and €5 million ($5.58 million). It tends to hold its investments between five and seven years. The firm seeks to hold a seat on the board of its portfolio companies. The firm seeks to invest through its own balance sheet. Investir&+ SAS was founded in 2005 and is based in Paris, France with an additional office in Paris, France.

Triple Jump BV is a. specializing in seed stage, early stage, growth stage and fund of funds investments in local small and medium-sized enterprises. It typically focuses on mezzanine structures as well as equity and debt investments. The firm invests in mainly locally operating, existing or new funds and financial intermediaries. The firm invests in agriculture, housing, microfinance, sustainable energy and energy sector with focus on off-grid energy. Within fund of funds investments it seeks to invest in funds which then invest in businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, Middle East and North Africa, Asia, Europe, Central America and South America. Triple Jump BV was founded in 2006 and is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands with additional office in Bangkok, Thailand; Tbilisi, Georgia; Lima, Peru; Nairobi, Kenya and Mexico, Mexico.

Trust Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2018 by Salen Churi and Brian Tochman. The firm focuses on investing in startups that address significant societal challenges but face substantial public policy barriers. By providing both capital and strategic guidance, Trust Ventures aims to help these companies navigate regulatory landscapes and bring transformative solutions to market. Their portfolio spans various industries, including energy, healthcare, and construction technology. Notable investments include Oklo, a developer of next-generation fission reactor technologies, and ICON, a company specializing in 3D-printed affordable housing. Trust Ventures has raised multiple funds, with the third fund closing at $200 million in February 2022.

As certain as tides rise, cycles are inevitable. The biggest paydays in real estate are making the most of them. Each is its own opportunity. When markets are down, preserving capital is the game. Repositioning assets in ways not possible in up markets, like restructuring loans and killing debt -- you'd be surprised how reasonable bankers can be when the lights go out. Then, bank REPOs -- our favorite food group in downtimes. Some of Heatley Capital's best performers came from the 2008 crash. When markets are up, sell like crazy and look for products that can weather the storm when the market turns again. The most needful of products in 2018 are medical, assisted living, memory care and independent senior housing.

Lateral Capital is a mission-driven private investment firm founded in 2017, dedicated to accelerating and investing in early-stage and growth ventures across sub-Saharan Africa. The firm deploys patient, long-term oriented equity and debt capital to opportunities in three key verticals: commerce, human capital, and real assets. Lateral Capital focuses on technology-enabled businesses that address critical challenges in sectors such as financial services, healthcare, education, renewable energy, agriculture, housing, and logistics. By investing alongside founding teams, the firm offers limited partners direct access to turnkey investment opportunities without arbitrary investment and harvesting periods. With offices in New York, Lagos, Nairobi, and Randburg, Lateral Capital is committed to supporting mission-driven companies that provide foundational technologies and innovative solutions across the continent.

Patamar Capital is Southeast Asia's leading impact-driven venture capital firm, established in 2011. The firm focuses on early-stage technology companies that aim to transform the lives of the emerging middle class in South and Southeast Asia. Patamar Capital partners with visionary founders to build sector-defining business models, drive economic impact, and generate top-tier financial returns. Their investment approach is deeply rooted in a comprehensive understanding of the region's economic and social environment, enabling them to actively engage with entrepreneurs from the inception of their ideas through to successful exits. The firm emphasizes inclusive economic growth, targeting sectors such as Financial Services, SME Digitization, Education, Healthcare, Agriculture, and Affordable Housing. By leveraging technology, Patamar Capital seeks to create enduring changes for consumers and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in rapidly digitizing economies.

New York City Investment Fund Manager, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital arm of The Partnership for New York City, Inc. specializing in distressed/vulture, mezzanine, seed/ startup, emerging growth, growth capital, turnaround, middle market, mature, mid venture, late venture, later stage, early-stage and all the stages of business development. It does not make long-term real estate investments, nor does it invest in real estate for housing or professional services firms. The firm does not make grants but will provide below market financing for not-for-profit projects that advance its mission. The firm prefers to invest in ventures that will generate benefits for New York City and its communities both for-profit and non-profit with an overall job creation priority and improve the city’s sustainability infrastructure. The firm provides short-term real estate financing for projects that have a significant impact in terms of permanent job creation, new business development, or revitalization of a community. It prefers to invest in new and emerging technology with a focus on financial technology, health IT and bioscience, digital manufacturing sectors, digital health, life sciences, enterprise software, e-commerce, energy, retail and tourism; food processing; health care; entertainment; media and communications sector; Infrastructure; clean technology including energy management, Independent power producers and energy traders, sustainable materials, air and water technologies. The firm seeks to invest exclusively in companies based in the New York City and typically invests between $1 million to $5 million. It prefers to exit an investment within a period of three to five years. The firm invests alongside an experienced lead venture capital investor. The firm provides equity and subordinated debt to leverage other private capital or to maintain maximum ownership for management of minority-owned companies. New York City Investment Fund Manager, Inc. was founded in 1996 and is based in New York, New York.

Advantage Capital is a growth-focused investment firm dedicated to empowering small businesses, affordable housing projects, and renewable energy initiatives, particularly in underserved areas. With over $5 billion invested, the firm aims to stimulate local economies and communities while delivering positive outcomes for investors, entrepreneurs, and developers. Their investment focus areas include small business support, affordable housing development, and renewable energy projects. Recent investments encompass companies like Lockers Manufacturing in Mississippi, DOORWAYS in Missouri, and Opendorse in Nebraska. Advantage Capital's approach is characterized by strategic investments that drive capital to underserved regions, fostering economic growth and community development.