D.S & Durga Acquired by Manzanita Capital

Jan 31st, 2024

D.S & Durga has been acquired by Manzanita Capital for an undisclosed amount, according to a BoF report. Founders David Seth Moltz and Kavi Ahuja Moltz will remain in their leadership roles.

D.S & Durga has been acquired by Manzanita Capital for an undisclosed amount, according to a BoF report. Founders David Seth Moltz and Kavi Ahuja Moltz will remain in their leadership roles.

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D.S & Durga has been acquired by Manzanita Capital for an undisclosed amount, according to a BoF report. Founders David Seth Moltz and Kavi Ahuja Moltz will remain in their leadership roles.

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