Mauloa
Kai Sato is a seasoned financial and business leader currently serving as Managing Partner for the West Coast at Mauloa, where the focus is on strategic investments in cash flow positive companies. As the Founder and CEO of Kaizen Reserve, Inc., Kai promotes innovation and drives new growth avenues. Other notable roles include Founding Partner at Vintage Capital Investments, Founder of Caddyshack to Corner Office, and Co-President & Chief Marketing Officer at Crown Electrokinetics. Additionally, Kai contributes as an Advisor and Entrepreneur In Residence at HATCH Blue and Forma Capital, and holds advisory positions with organizations such as Mr. Christmas, LLC. and is an Advisory Board Chairman at the USC - John H. Mitchell Business of Cinematic Arts Program. Kai's educational background includes studies at the University of Southern California and Cate School.
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Mauloa
Mauloa, which means “endless” in Hawaiian, is a patient, sophisticated financial partner whose core philosophy aligns its interests with business owners through non-control, equity positions. Mauloa brings endless perspective by making $15M to $30M investments into cash flow positive companies for growth and recapitalization. Mauloa further demonstrates its moniker by leaving business owners in control of their own destiny, without the burden of a predetermined exit horizon. Originally founded in 2007 as Sachs Capital, Mauloa has deployed over $200M and partnered with more than 20 companies across a range of industries. Bolstered by its experienced Operating Partners and esteemed Advisory Board, Mauloa focuses on creating value for all stakeholders by helping build great companies that are excellent places to work, which collectively strengthen the U.S. economy. Learn more at https://www.mauloainc.com/.