Led · Series C · Jul 2022

APDS operates a managed learning environment built on its proprietary "Whole Human Framework" curriculum, assessments and individualized plans to prepare justice-impacted learners for reentry. The company delivers technology and services free to incarcerated learners and currently serves learners in more than 110 correctional facilities across 17 states. APDS reports measurable outcomes: a 20% increase in post-incarceration employment, a 130% increase in high school equivalency (HSE) pass rates, and roughly a 70% higher likelihood of completing post-release reentry plans. The team emphasizes scaling its platform and content through strategic partnerships and product development. APDS positions itself to support national reentry planning momentum and to connect learners with resources to obtain living-wage jobs.

Led · Series B · Sep 2021

Founded in 2015, CollegeDekho operates an online platform that streamlines college discovery, course selection, entrance-test preparation, and admission processes for students both in India and abroad. The company has built partnerships with more than 2,000 universities and colleges, giving it a broad institutional network. Management reports that the business has turned profitable, reflecting improving unit economics and operational efficiency. With fresh capital in hand, CollegeDekho plans to deepen its presence in tier-II and tier-III cities, scale overall operations, and strengthen engagement with partner institutions. The team also intends to leverage technology to enhance student outcomes and expand skilling pathways, aiming to bridge gaps between education and employability. Profitability provides a foundation for these initiatives while limiting dependence on future external funding rounds.

Participated · Equity · Jul 2021

MPOWER Financing specializes in originating fixed-rate student loans for international graduate students, with a focus on STEM, business and health programs at leading U.S. and Canadian institutions. Its proprietary underwriting algorithm blends overseas and domestic credit data with projected future earnings to assess creditworthiness. The company partners with more than 500 universities and has served students from over 200 countries, 93 percent of whom say the financing was essential to completing their degrees. To scale its rapidly growing loan book, MPOWER has embraced the capital markets, securitizing more than $600 million of assets to date. Management plans to run a series of programmatic private financings alongside its existing public ABS program to diversify funding sources and widen investor access. Headquartered in Washington, D.C. and employing staff worldwide, the mission-driven lender aims to increase socioeconomic mobility while helping universities recruit diverse talent.