CDM Capital

CDM Capital is an early-stage investment firm established in 2022, dedicated to investing in transformative technology. The firm's mission is to support founders who leverage technology to address significant challenges and build the infrastructure for a new economy. They prioritize businesses with strong fundamentals, clear market needs, scalable solutions, and robust customer bases, rather than focusing on fleeting trends. CDM Capital emphasizes building robust support structures for its founders and fostering a collaborative ecosystem to catalyze growth and innovation.

Founded by Davesh Manocha in 2022, CDM Capital emerged from his extensive experience in investing and as a founder himself. Manocha's background includes over 15 years in investing with firms like Macquarie Group and Sabre Capital, where he invested in over 15 companies across various stages. His entrepreneurial journey also includes founding a health-tech company, Juno Clinic, which provides him with a unique understanding of the challenges faced by startup founders. The firm's investment philosophy is deeply rooted in this respect for entrepreneurs and the complexities of company building.

CDM Capital's portfolio showcases a diverse range of innovative companies. Notable investments include Credresolve, a full-stack collections platform utilizing AI; Kosh, a digital lending platform for blue-collar workers; Mylapay, an integrated payment acquiring tech-ecosystem; Atomgrid, an R&D-driven specialty chemicals CDMO; BytePe, a platform for democratizing ownership of luxury products through subscriptions; Rovia, a cross-border wealth platform for Indian professionals with global equity; and Babai Tiffins, an Indian QSR chain for authentic Andhra-style vegetarian meals. These investments reflect the firm's focus on fintech, health tech, SaaS, and other technology-driven solutions.

The firm boasts a dynamic team and an advisory board comprising seasoned professionals and visionary leaders. Davesh Manocha leads as Managing Partner, with Vidhi Jain serving as Vice President of Investments and Aditya Narendra as an Investment Analyst. The advisory board includes experienced operators such as Saurabh Devendra Singh, Anuraag Srivastava, Salil Bhargava, Hardik Agrawal, Jayant Jha, and Shom Jagtiani, whose collective expertise spans diverse industries and provides invaluable insights and strategic guidance to portfolio companies. Declan Morgan is also listed as a Partner, indicating a broader geographical reach for the team.