Draper Fisher Jurvetson Management

Draper Fisher Jurvetson Management, established in 1985 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm that focuses on seed, early, and growth stage investments. The firm primarily targets technology companies in sectors such as commercial space exploration, robotics, and sustainable transportation. By providing capital to innovative companies, Draper Fisher Jurvetson aims to foster advancements in these high-growth areas and support entrepreneurs in bringing their visions to fruition.

John Fisher

Co-Founder and Partner

17 past transactions

Optisys

Seed Round in 2018
Optisys manufactures an RF design and metal additive to provide metal 3D printed antenna products for aerospace and defense applications. Its products enable groundbreaking system and product performance through low SWaP-C, and solution capability and are enabled by the novel design process and metal additive manufacturing for component production.

EverSpin Technologies

Series B in 2015
Everspin Technologies develops and manufactures integrated magnetic products It was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Chandler, Arizona.

Attero

Series C in 2014
Attero is a group dedicated the recycling of the electrical and electronic industry. To do justice to the name "Attero" (which means "waste" in Latin) Recycling, they look at e-waste as an important resource that can be made useful instead of shunning it as a social and environmental burden. As a reflection of their belief in what they do, Attero Recycling is the only e Waste recycling company in India which does complete processing of E Waste with zero landfill. Attero promises close technical collaboration with a leading US company for mechanical separation, a first-of-its kind indigenous metallurgical process developed in the separate R&D division, an highly automated facility for integrated e-waste recycling at Roorkee spread over 100,000 sqft.

Tango Me

Venture Round in 2014
TangoMe, Inc., known for its mobile messaging application Tango, was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The app offers a range of services including free video and voice calls, texting, social discovery, browsing, and content sharing, attracting over 350 million registered users across various platforms such as iOS, Android, Blackberry, Kindle Fire, and PC. Recognized as a Top 100 free app on Android and iTunes, Tango operates in more than 224 countries and supports 15 languages, functioning over 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi networks. The company collaborates with third-party game developers, brands, and content publishers to create integration and advertising opportunities. TangoMe has raised significant venture capital funding, supporting its growth and expansion, and maintains additional offices in Austin, Texas; St. Petersburg, Russia; and Beijing.

Spiral Genetics

Series A in 2013
Spiral Genetics, Inc. is a genomic bioinformatics company based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in the development of software for the analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on detecting genomic structural variants, which is crucial for medical, pharmaceutical, and agricultural research. Its primary product, the BioGraph Suite, provides an indexed graph-based approach for genomic data management, analysis, and discovery. Additionally, the company offers the Anchored Assembly tool, which accurately detects single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), insertions, deletions, and structural variants without the need for special library preparation. This tool reduces computational complexity by focusing on non-reference sequence regions, allowing researchers to utilize existing data effectively. Spiral Genetics' software solutions are designed to support large population analyses and enhance the understanding of genomic variations, thereby facilitating advancements in various research fields. As of early 2017, Spiral Genetics operates as a subsidiary of Omicia, Inc.

NanoString Technologies

Series E in 2012
NanoString Technologies, Inc. is a provider of life science tools focused on translational research and molecular diagnostics, headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Established in 2003, the company utilizes a unique digital molecular barcoding technology to create a range of products that facilitate gene expression analysis, microRNA studies, and copy number variation detection. Key offerings include the nCounter Analysis System, which consists of the nCounter MAX and FLEX systems, and the nCounter SPRINT Profiler, all designed for automated sample processing and data collection. The nSolver Analysis Software aids researchers in data normalization and analysis. Additionally, NanoString provides various custom CodeSets and panels tailored for specific applications, including cancer profiling and autoimmune disease research. The company is advancing the field of spatial genomics with its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler system and is developing the Hyb & Seq molecular profiling system for gene sequence analysis. NanoString collaborates with several pharmaceutical companies and research institutions to enhance its product offerings and expand its impact in the scientific community.

Tango Me

Series C in 2012
TangoMe, Inc., known for its mobile messaging application Tango, was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The app offers a range of services including free video and voice calls, texting, social discovery, browsing, and content sharing, attracting over 350 million registered users across various platforms such as iOS, Android, Blackberry, Kindle Fire, and PC. Recognized as a Top 100 free app on Android and iTunes, Tango operates in more than 224 countries and supports 15 languages, functioning over 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi networks. The company collaborates with third-party game developers, brands, and content publishers to create integration and advertising opportunities. TangoMe has raised significant venture capital funding, supporting its growth and expansion, and maintains additional offices in Austin, Texas; St. Petersburg, Russia; and Beijing.

Tango Me

Series B in 2011
TangoMe, Inc., known for its mobile messaging application Tango, was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The app offers a range of services including free video and voice calls, texting, social discovery, browsing, and content sharing, attracting over 350 million registered users across various platforms such as iOS, Android, Blackberry, Kindle Fire, and PC. Recognized as a Top 100 free app on Android and iTunes, Tango operates in more than 224 countries and supports 15 languages, functioning over 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi networks. The company collaborates with third-party game developers, brands, and content publishers to create integration and advertising opportunities. TangoMe has raised significant venture capital funding, supporting its growth and expansion, and maintains additional offices in Austin, Texas; St. Petersburg, Russia; and Beijing.

ICIX

Series B in 2010
ICIX is a provider of supply chain risk management and compliance software, primarily focused on the retail and food industries. The company offers a cloud-based platform that connects trading partners, allowing them to collaborate effectively while addressing safety and compliance challenges. By enabling transparency throughout the supply chain, ICIX helps businesses safeguard consumer interests, protect their brands, and enhance customer trust. With a network comprising over 20,000 businesses, including major retailers and food suppliers, ICIX facilitates improved collaboration and compliance, ultimately helping companies streamline operations and maintain safety standards. Notable clients include prominent names such as Walmart, Nike, Target, and Diageo.

Attero

Series B in 2010
Attero is a group dedicated the recycling of the electrical and electronic industry. To do justice to the name "Attero" (which means "waste" in Latin) Recycling, they look at e-waste as an important resource that can be made useful instead of shunning it as a social and environmental burden. As a reflection of their belief in what they do, Attero Recycling is the only e Waste recycling company in India which does complete processing of E Waste with zero landfill. Attero promises close technical collaboration with a leading US company for mechanical separation, a first-of-its kind indigenous metallurgical process developed in the separate R&D division, an highly automated facility for integrated e-waste recycling at Roorkee spread over 100,000 sqft.

d.light

Series B in 2010
D.light is a developer of solar home lighting and power products aimed at making clean energy accessible and affordable for rural and semi-urban populations. The company's offerings include a range of solar-powered devices such as lights, radios, televisions, fans, and other home appliances, all of which are part of rechargeable solar kits. These products are designed to improve health, increase productivity, and enhance the overall quality of life for users by providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions.

Posit Science

Venture Round in 2009
Posit Science helps people be at their best throughout their lives by providing brain training programs that are clinically proven to improve cognitive performance. Posit Science's brain training programs build on breakthroughs in the science of brain plasticity–the ability of the brain to change itself at any age–to improve the speed and accuracy of brain information processing, and so improve cognitive function and real-world performance. Posit Science Corporation was formerly known as Neuroscience Solutions Corporation and changed its name in January, 2005. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

4INFO

Venture Round in 2009
4INFO, Inc. is an identity and activation solutions company specializing in mobile advertising and attribution. The firm's flagship product, Bullseye ID, links consumer data to connected devices within households, allowing marketers to achieve precise targeting and measure campaign effectiveness. With a focus on sales lift at the cash register, 4INFO provides advanced mobile advertising solutions to various sectors, including consumer packaged goods, retail, automotive, and pharmaceuticals. Operating the AdHaven Platform, 4INFO delivers audience targeting across multiple devices and manages over 120 billion ad requests monthly. The company employs privacy-by-design principles to protect consumer data and has established partnerships with leading data providers such as Acxiom and Nielsen to enhance its targeting capabilities. Founded in 2004 and based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in New York and other major cities, 4INFO has seen significant growth, serving prominent brands and agencies in the mobile advertising space. As of 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Cadent, LLC.

SugarSync

Series C in 2009
SugarSync, Inc. is a cloud-based platform that facilitates the backup, access, synchronization, and sharing of documents, photos, music, and videos across various devices, including computers and mobile devices. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, SugarSync caters to busy professionals and digitally-connected consumers by offering a robust service that includes data synchronization, file sharing, and online backup solutions. The platform is designed to provide users with seamless access to their files from desktops, laptops, and mobile applications compatible with iOS, Android, and other operating systems. Additionally, SugarSync emphasizes security and protection for user data. As of 2015, SugarSync operates as a subsidiary of j2 Global, Inc.

d.light

Series A in 2008
D.light is a developer of solar home lighting and power products aimed at making clean energy accessible and affordable for rural and semi-urban populations. The company's offerings include a range of solar-powered devices such as lights, radios, televisions, fans, and other home appliances, all of which are part of rechargeable solar kits. These products are designed to improve health, increase productivity, and enhance the overall quality of life for users by providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions.

SugarSync

Series B in 2006
SugarSync, Inc. is a cloud-based platform that facilitates the backup, access, synchronization, and sharing of documents, photos, music, and videos across various devices, including computers and mobile devices. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, SugarSync caters to busy professionals and digitally-connected consumers by offering a robust service that includes data synchronization, file sharing, and online backup solutions. The platform is designed to provide users with seamless access to their files from desktops, laptops, and mobile applications compatible with iOS, Android, and other operating systems. Additionally, SugarSync emphasizes security and protection for user data. As of 2015, SugarSync operates as a subsidiary of j2 Global, Inc.

Oddpost

Venture Round in 2004
Oddpost is a tech startup that offers web-based email services to its clients. It was founded in 2000 and was acquired by Yahoo in 2004.Developer of web-based communications applications that look and feel like desktop programs. The company is also building products focused on the emergence and acceptance of the open RSS standard as a means of publishing online content.
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