080808 Capital

Overview

080808 Capital is a private equity investment company focused on small businesses globally in need of growth capital and financial management support. The firm was founded in 2011 and is based in New York, United States. The company is led by Marcus Childress, who has over 22 years of experience with large financial institutions, including Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo. He has been actively involved in small business investing and management for over 8 years. Originally from the mountains of Virginia, Marcus also considers New York, Tokyo, and Shanghai home and views ex-colleagues, friends, investors, as well as executives, employees, and partners of 080808 Capital as part of his family. The firm's investment portfolio includes companies such as Select Hospitality, a restaurant group based in Los Angeles; Pharmamax, a pharmaceutical company located in China; Pieces Tech, a provider of innovative software solutions; Uhuru Design, a furniture and design company based in New York; Odin, a multi-brand fashion merchant specializing in contemporary menswear; Edamam, a company aiming to organize the world’s food knowledge; Alps & Meters, an alpine fashion company headquartered in Boston; and Lovers' Land, a wedding and event-oriented retail company in Toronto. The firm focuses on providing growth capital and financial management support to small businesses globally, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as technology, media and telecom, and health tech. 080808 Capital's investment strategy involves identifying companies with strong growth potential and providing them with the necessary resources and expertise to scale their operations effectively. The firm has a track record of investing in diverse industries, demonstrating its ability to adapt to various market sectors and support businesses at different stages of development. 080808 Capital's investment philosophy centers on fostering long-term partnerships with portfolio companies, offering not only capital but also strategic guidance to help them achieve sustainable growth and success in their respective markets.

Investment Focus

• Growth potential
• Need for financial management support

Portfolio Companies