KKR Invests in a Slice of Local Pizza Markets

The transcript discusses KKR's investment in Slice, a platform supporting independent pizzerias, and how it competes with larger delivery services like Grubhub. Slice offers a technology platform tailored for pizzerias, providing digital resources at a lower cost. KKR's investment strategy focuses on long-term, category-defining companies, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has highlighted the need for digital solutions. KKR aims to invest in high-growth businesses with strong management teams, leveraging their global platform to support these companies.

What is the significance of KKR raising $2 billion at the beginning of the year?

How does Slice aim to compete with larger food delivery services like Grubhub?

What challenges do independent pizzerias face in the current digital landscape?

How does Slice's technology platform benefit independent pizzerias?

What are the key characteristics that KKR looks for in potential investments?

In what ways has the COVID crisis created opportunities for investment in small businesses?

What is the long-term perspective of KKR regarding their investment strategy?