ONSET Ventures was a private equity firm based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 1984 by David Kelley, Michael Levinthal, and Terry Opdendyk. The firm specialized in early- and later-stage investments, primarily focusing on companies within the information technology and medical technology sectors. Throughout its operation, ONSET Ventures sought to support innovations in various areas, including media, infrastructure software, medical devices, drug delivery, mobile technology, diagnostics, and healthcare. As of November 27, 2023, the firm has dissolved.
Imanis Data, based in San Jose, California, specializes in subscription-based data availability management solutions designed for large-scale enterprises. The company's flagship product, FastFind, is a metadata catalog that enhances Big Data applications, facilitating management across various platforms such as Cassandra and Hive through an intuitive graphical interface. This solution allows users to implement role-based access control, enable self-service access, and monitor analytics related to data consumption and system health. Additionally, Imanis Data offers a backup and recovery platform that proactively detects ransomware attacks and identifies potential data loss. Formerly known as Talena, Imanis Data was incorporated in 2012 and operates as a subsidiary of Cohesity. The company is focused on leveraging advanced technologies to provide robust and scalable data management solutions, ensuring data resiliency for petabyte-scale data sets, whether stored on-premises or in the cloud.
Nok Nok Labs
Series D in 2017
Nok Nok Labs, Inc. is a security platform specializing in online authentication solutions aimed at enhancing security for organizations. Founded in November 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company develops a range of products, including Multifactor Authentication Client editions for both desktop and mobile devices, which leverage existing security features to authenticate users across various applications. Additionally, the Multifactor Authentication Server offers a robust infrastructure for diverse authentication methods and devices, while the Nok Nok application SDK provides FIDO-based solutions for smartwatches. With a team of veterans from notable companies in the security industry, Nok Nok Labs seeks to transform online authentication by creating end-to-end trust and addressing existing authentication silos, thus enabling organizations to implement strong and flexible authentication systems to meet the demands of a growing user base and the increasing complexity of online transactions. The company has established a strategic partnership with Synaptics to further its mission.
Vertos Medical
Venture Round in 2017
Vertos Medical Inc. is a medical device company specializing in minimally invasive treatments for lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, the company has developed the mild device, which provides an outpatient, fluoroscopically guided treatment for LSS without the need for implants. This innovative approach allows physicians to perform lumbar decompression procedures under local anesthesia, helping to restore space in the spinal canal, alleviate pressure on nerves, and enhance patient mobility. Vertos Medical's commitment to advancing spinal care is reflected in its focus on delivering effective solutions for common spinal diseases.
Neuronetics
Series G in 2017
Neuronetics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, focused on developing non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Founded in 2003, the company markets the NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, which provides an innovative treatment for adult patients with major depressive disorder. This system employs transcranial magnetic stimulation, utilizing pulsed, MRI-strength magnetic fields to generate electrical currents that target specific brain areas linked to mood regulation. Neuronetics sells its products primarily through a dedicated sales and customer support team, catering to psychiatrists and healthcare providers. The company aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals suffering from mental health conditions through its advanced therapeutic solutions.
Apama Medical
Series C in 2016
Apama Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Campbell, California, specializing in catheter ablation technology for the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF). Established in 2009, the company has developed an innovative radiofrequency (RF) balloon catheter system that integrates multiple electrodes and combines the advantages of both RF point-by-point and balloon-based ablation techniques. This system features built-in digital cameras, LED lights, and sensing electrodes, allowing for real-time visualization and assessment of catheter electrode contact during procedures. Apama Medical aims to enhance the detection and treatment of heart rhythm disorders, ultimately enabling shorter procedure times and improved patient outcomes. As of October 2017, Apama Medical operates as a subsidiary of Boston Scientific Corporation.
Gridstore
Series B in 2016
Gridstore™ is the leader in HyperConverged All-Flash Infrastructure for the Microsoft Cloud-Inspired Data Center. Our customers gain a 10X performance improvement over traditional storage as we put all-flash as close to the workload as possible. They realize 4X lower TCO by consolidation of three layers of infrastructure into one scalable layer built on X86 hardware and 10X less management effort due to less management points and less infrastructure to manage. Gridstore's HyperConverged Appliances include both compute and storage in a single system, and provide external storage and work with any Windows servers and the HyperConverged Appliance, all driven by Gridstore's patented software. Gridstore software architecture delivers native Windows integration, per-VM I/O control, and elastic and independent scaling of resources. Gridstore is headquartered in Mountain View, CA. and its products and services are available through a global network of value-added resellers.
BAROnova
Series D in 2015
BAROnova, Inc. is a clinical-stage medical-device company established in 2006 and based in Goleta, California. The company specializes in creating non-surgical, non-pharmacologic devices aimed at inducing weight loss. Its primary product, the TransPyloric Shuttle, is designed to be inserted into the stomach through the mouth via a straightforward endoscopic procedure. This device works by helping patients feel fuller more quickly, maintain that feeling of fullness for a longer duration, and delay gastric emptying. Through these innovative approaches, BAROnova aims to assist individuals in managing their weight effectively.
Polymorph
Series A in 2015
Polymorph is a San Francisco-based company that offers a white-label software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance monetization for modern enterprises. Established in 2013, Polymorph provides a comprehensive ad serving stack, yield optimization tools, and APIs, enabling publishers to maximize revenue while minimizing costs. The platform allows for customizable and developer-friendly solutions that facilitate seamless integration of advertisements into websites and applications. By focusing on visually integrated ads that enhance user experience, Polymorph empowers publishers and media companies to manage diverse advertising placements across various digital channels effectively.
Adara
Series C in 2015
Adara is a company that provides an online audience targeting platform to help brands enhance their competitive edge in the digital marketplace. By utilizing proprietary data and audience segmentation, Adara offers actionable insights that guide business planning and improve consumer engagement. The platform enables travel brands and advertisers to gain a comprehensive understanding of their audience by analyzing real customer data. This allows advertisers to tailor their offerings and effectively reach specific audiences based on their buying habits, ultimately facilitating more personalized marketing strategies.
Nok Nok Labs
Series C in 2015
Nok Nok Labs, Inc. is a security platform specializing in online authentication solutions aimed at enhancing security for organizations. Founded in November 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company develops a range of products, including Multifactor Authentication Client editions for both desktop and mobile devices, which leverage existing security features to authenticate users across various applications. Additionally, the Multifactor Authentication Server offers a robust infrastructure for diverse authentication methods and devices, while the Nok Nok application SDK provides FIDO-based solutions for smartwatches. With a team of veterans from notable companies in the security industry, Nok Nok Labs seeks to transform online authentication by creating end-to-end trust and addressing existing authentication silos, thus enabling organizations to implement strong and flexible authentication systems to meet the demands of a growing user base and the increasing complexity of online transactions. The company has established a strategic partnership with Synaptics to further its mission.
Imanis Data
Series A in 2015
Imanis Data, based in San Jose, California, specializes in subscription-based data availability management solutions designed for large-scale enterprises. The company's flagship product, FastFind, is a metadata catalog that enhances Big Data applications, facilitating management across various platforms such as Cassandra and Hive through an intuitive graphical interface. This solution allows users to implement role-based access control, enable self-service access, and monitor analytics related to data consumption and system health. Additionally, Imanis Data offers a backup and recovery platform that proactively detects ransomware attacks and identifies potential data loss. Formerly known as Talena, Imanis Data was incorporated in 2012 and operates as a subsidiary of Cohesity. The company is focused on leveraging advanced technologies to provide robust and scalable data management solutions, ensuring data resiliency for petabyte-scale data sets, whether stored on-premises or in the cloud.
Workday Adaptive Planning
Series G in 2015
Workday Adaptive Planning provides software solutions for businesses. They also provide products including financial management, adaptive planning, and sourcing. They offer financial, workforce transaction, and legacy application data into a system.
Vidder
Series B in 2015
Vidder is a cybersecurity company based in Campbell, California, founded in 2009. It specializes in Trusted Access Control technology that enhances security by making servers invisible to unauthorized users, thereby mitigating network-based attacks. The company offers managed services aimed at protecting high-value networked assets through its innovative Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) solution, which is being developed in collaboration with the Cloud Security Alliance. Vidder's software provides pre-authenticated, context-aware access to enterprise applications, significantly reducing security risks associated with connectivity from unknown devices. This approach enables organizations to safeguard their systems from various cyber threats effectively.
Neuronetics
Series F in 2015
Neuronetics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, focused on developing non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Founded in 2003, the company markets the NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, which provides an innovative treatment for adult patients with major depressive disorder. This system employs transcranial magnetic stimulation, utilizing pulsed, MRI-strength magnetic fields to generate electrical currents that target specific brain areas linked to mood regulation. Neuronetics sells its products primarily through a dedicated sales and customer support team, catering to psychiatrists and healthcare providers. The company aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals suffering from mental health conditions through its advanced therapeutic solutions.
Apama Medical
Series B in 2015
Apama Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Campbell, California, specializing in catheter ablation technology for the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF). Established in 2009, the company has developed an innovative radiofrequency (RF) balloon catheter system that integrates multiple electrodes and combines the advantages of both RF point-by-point and balloon-based ablation techniques. This system features built-in digital cameras, LED lights, and sensing electrodes, allowing for real-time visualization and assessment of catheter electrode contact during procedures. Apama Medical aims to enhance the detection and treatment of heart rhythm disorders, ultimately enabling shorter procedure times and improved patient outcomes. As of October 2017, Apama Medical operates as a subsidiary of Boston Scientific Corporation.
ClariPhy Communications
Venture Round in 2014
ClariPhy Communications, Inc. is a semiconductor company specializing in mixed-signal CMOS integrated circuits for optical networking and communication applications. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with an additional office in Los Altos, the company develops advanced digital signal processing system-on-chips designed for high-performance optical networks. Its product offerings include coherent single-chip transceivers for quadrature amplitude modulation (QAM) and dual polarization quadrature phase shift keying (QPSK), as well as evaluation boards and Ethernet transceivers for enterprise and data center applications. ClariPhy’s solutions are utilized in various sectors, including data centers, transport infrastructure, and telecom networks, catering to both metro and long-haul markets. In 2016, ClariPhy became a subsidiary of Inphi Corporation, further enhancing its capabilities in delivering high-performance semiconductor solutions.
Valeritas Holdings
Series D in 2014
Valeritas Holdings, Inc. was a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative solutions for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, the company offered the V-Go, a wearable insulin delivery device designed for basal-bolus therapy, allowing patients to manage their insulin intake conveniently and discreetly. Valeritas was also working on additional products, including the V-Go Prefill, aimed at simplifying the device-filling process, and V-Go SIM, which would facilitate real-time tracking of dosing utilization. The company marketed its products through third-party wholesalers and medical supply distributors, aiming to enhance the health and quality of life for individuals living with diabetes. However, on June 30, 2020, Valeritas Holdings filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leading to its cessation of operations.
Polymorph
Seed Round in 2014
Polymorph is a San Francisco-based company that offers a white-label software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance monetization for modern enterprises. Established in 2013, Polymorph provides a comprehensive ad serving stack, yield optimization tools, and APIs, enabling publishers to maximize revenue while minimizing costs. The platform allows for customizable and developer-friendly solutions that facilitate seamless integration of advertisements into websites and applications. By focusing on visually integrated ads that enhance user experience, Polymorph empowers publishers and media companies to manage diverse advertising placements across various digital channels effectively.
Nok Nok Labs
Series B in 2014
Nok Nok Labs, Inc. is a security platform specializing in online authentication solutions aimed at enhancing security for organizations. Founded in November 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company develops a range of products, including Multifactor Authentication Client editions for both desktop and mobile devices, which leverage existing security features to authenticate users across various applications. Additionally, the Multifactor Authentication Server offers a robust infrastructure for diverse authentication methods and devices, while the Nok Nok application SDK provides FIDO-based solutions for smartwatches. With a team of veterans from notable companies in the security industry, Nok Nok Labs seeks to transform online authentication by creating end-to-end trust and addressing existing authentication silos, thus enabling organizations to implement strong and flexible authentication systems to meet the demands of a growing user base and the increasing complexity of online transactions. The company has established a strategic partnership with Synaptics to further its mission.
Gridstore
Series B in 2013
Gridstore™ is the leader in HyperConverged All-Flash Infrastructure for the Microsoft Cloud-Inspired Data Center. Our customers gain a 10X performance improvement over traditional storage as we put all-flash as close to the workload as possible. They realize 4X lower TCO by consolidation of three layers of infrastructure into one scalable layer built on X86 hardware and 10X less management effort due to less management points and less infrastructure to manage. Gridstore's HyperConverged Appliances include both compute and storage in a single system, and provide external storage and work with any Windows servers and the HyperConverged Appliance, all driven by Gridstore's patented software. Gridstore software architecture delivers native Windows integration, per-VM I/O control, and elastic and independent scaling of resources. Gridstore is headquartered in Mountain View, CA. and its products and services are available through a global network of value-added resellers.
Workday Adaptive Planning
Series F in 2013
Workday Adaptive Planning provides software solutions for businesses. They also provide products including financial management, adaptive planning, and sourcing. They offer financial, workforce transaction, and legacy application data into a system.
Adara
Series B in 2013
Adara is a company that provides an online audience targeting platform to help brands enhance their competitive edge in the digital marketplace. By utilizing proprietary data and audience segmentation, Adara offers actionable insights that guide business planning and improve consumer engagement. The platform enables travel brands and advertisers to gain a comprehensive understanding of their audience by analyzing real customer data. This allows advertisers to tailor their offerings and effectively reach specific audiences based on their buying habits, ultimately facilitating more personalized marketing strategies.
BAROnova
Series C in 2013
BAROnova, Inc. is a clinical-stage medical-device company established in 2006 and based in Goleta, California. The company specializes in creating non-surgical, non-pharmacologic devices aimed at inducing weight loss. Its primary product, the TransPyloric Shuttle, is designed to be inserted into the stomach through the mouth via a straightforward endoscopic procedure. This device works by helping patients feel fuller more quickly, maintain that feeling of fullness for a longer duration, and delay gastric emptying. Through these innovative approaches, BAROnova aims to assist individuals in managing their weight effectively.
Nok Nok Labs
Series A in 2013
Nok Nok Labs, Inc. is a security platform specializing in online authentication solutions aimed at enhancing security for organizations. Founded in November 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company develops a range of products, including Multifactor Authentication Client editions for both desktop and mobile devices, which leverage existing security features to authenticate users across various applications. Additionally, the Multifactor Authentication Server offers a robust infrastructure for diverse authentication methods and devices, while the Nok Nok application SDK provides FIDO-based solutions for smartwatches. With a team of veterans from notable companies in the security industry, Nok Nok Labs seeks to transform online authentication by creating end-to-end trust and addressing existing authentication silos, thus enabling organizations to implement strong and flexible authentication systems to meet the demands of a growing user base and the increasing complexity of online transactions. The company has established a strategic partnership with Synaptics to further its mission.
Gridstore
Series A in 2012
Gridstore™ is the leader in HyperConverged All-Flash Infrastructure for the Microsoft Cloud-Inspired Data Center. Our customers gain a 10X performance improvement over traditional storage as we put all-flash as close to the workload as possible. They realize 4X lower TCO by consolidation of three layers of infrastructure into one scalable layer built on X86 hardware and 10X less management effort due to less management points and less infrastructure to manage. Gridstore's HyperConverged Appliances include both compute and storage in a single system, and provide external storage and work with any Windows servers and the HyperConverged Appliance, all driven by Gridstore's patented software. Gridstore software architecture delivers native Windows integration, per-VM I/O control, and elastic and independent scaling of resources. Gridstore is headquartered in Mountain View, CA. and its products and services are available through a global network of value-added resellers.
Access Closure
Venture Round in 2012
Access Closure, Inc. is a medical device company based in Mountain View, California, specializing in vascular closure solutions for interventional and diagnostic procedures. Founded in 2002, the company offers innovative products, including the Mynx delivery system. This device effectively seals arteriotomy sites using a water-soluble and extravascular sealant, which expands within the tissue by absorbing blood and subcutaneous fluids. Access Closure aims to simplify and enhance the process of vascular closure, addressing the complexities associated with these medical procedures.
Cloud Cruiser
Series B in 2012
Cloud Cruiser, Inc. is a software company that specializes in cloud financial management solutions, founded in 2010 and based in San Jose, California. The company's primary product, Cloud Cruiser, enables enterprises and service providers to effectively manage costs and enhance profitability across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. Its software automates the collection and aggregation of IT costs and revenue, providing users with comprehensive visibility into cloud usage and spending. Features include self-service billing, hybrid IT show back and chargeback capabilities, and detailed profit and loss analytics. Cloud Cruiser's solutions facilitate proactive cost controls and flexible pricing models, positioning it as a key player in optimizing cloud financial management. As of January 2017, Cloud Cruiser operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.
Relievant Medsystems
Series D in 2012
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing minimally invasive treatments for chronic axial low back pain. The company has created the Intracept procedure, which specifically targets the basivertebral nerve to alleviate chronic vertebrogenic low back pain. By delivering targeted energy into the spine, the Intracept System effectively blocks the transmission of pain signals, providing patients with a low-risk therapeutic option. Founded in 2004, Relievant is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with additional operations in Sunnyvale, California.
Buysight
Series B in 2012
Buysight, formerly known as Permuto, is a company focused on enhancing display advertising by applying the principles of search engine marketing. It offers solutions tailored for both brand and performance advertisers and has established an online display advertising network named ShopperConnect™, which targets the expansive online e-commerce shopping market. Founded by industry veterans from notable companies such as Yahoo!, Doubleclick, and Apple, Buysight aims to deliver measurable and effective advertising strategies, contributing to the significant growth of digital marketing in the e-commerce sector.
Workday Adaptive Planning
Series E in 2012
Workday Adaptive Planning provides software solutions for businesses. They also provide products including financial management, adaptive planning, and sourcing. They offer financial, workforce transaction, and legacy application data into a system.
Uptake Medical
Series C in 2012
Uptake Medical specializes in developing innovative medical technologies aimed at treating lung diseases. The company's flagship product, InterVapor™, is an endoscopic lung volume reduction therapy designed specifically for individuals with severe emphysema. This unique approach leverages the body’s natural healing processes and does not introduce any foreign materials into the lungs. Clinical studies have shown that InterVapor™ can lead to significant improvements in patients' breathing function, exercise capacity, and overall quality of life.
Adara
Venture Round in 2012
Adara is a company that provides an online audience targeting platform to help brands enhance their competitive edge in the digital marketplace. By utilizing proprietary data and audience segmentation, Adara offers actionable insights that guide business planning and improve consumer engagement. The platform enables travel brands and advertisers to gain a comprehensive understanding of their audience by analyzing real customer data. This allows advertisers to tailor their offerings and effectively reach specific audiences based on their buying habits, ultimately facilitating more personalized marketing strategies.
CytoPherx
Series C in 2012
CytoPherx (formerly Nephrion) clinical stage medical device company addressing inflammation-based diseases and conditions. The company’s products are custom configurations of a proprietary selective cytopheresis-based inflammation modulating system.
Flexuspine
Series B in 2011
Flexuspine is a spinal device company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2003. It specializes in developing innovative spinal segment replacements designed as an alternative to traditional lumbar fusion surgeries. The company's primary offering is a functional spinal unit that combines an interbody disc component with a posterior dynamic resistance component, effectively restoring mobility to affected segments of the lumbar spine. This technology aims to enhance the overall functionality of the spine for patients following surgery, providing a comprehensive solution to spinal issues.
Valeritas Holdings
Series C in 2011
Valeritas Holdings, Inc. was a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative solutions for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, the company offered the V-Go, a wearable insulin delivery device designed for basal-bolus therapy, allowing patients to manage their insulin intake conveniently and discreetly. Valeritas was also working on additional products, including the V-Go Prefill, aimed at simplifying the device-filling process, and V-Go SIM, which would facilitate real-time tracking of dosing utilization. The company marketed its products through third-party wholesalers and medical supply distributors, aiming to enhance the health and quality of life for individuals living with diabetes. However, on June 30, 2020, Valeritas Holdings filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leading to its cessation of operations.
Sentilla
Series C in 2011
Sentilla, based in Redwood City, California, specializes in data center management and IT intelligence infrastructure. The company provides a software solution that enhances visibility across physical, virtual, and cloud environments, enabling enterprises to optimize their IT resource utilization and align it with business needs. By offering services such as performance analysis, capacity management, and cloud migration, Sentilla aids clients in minimizing risks and improving infrastructure performance continually. Its software is utilized by global enterprises, including cloud service providers and telecommunications companies, to achieve significant efficiency gains, with clients reportedly realizing $1.40 for every dollar invested in IT. The company’s focus on reducing capital and operational expenditures allows businesses to deploy resources more quickly and enter new markets with agility.
ClariPhy Communications
Series C in 2011
ClariPhy Communications, Inc. is a semiconductor company specializing in mixed-signal CMOS integrated circuits for optical networking and communication applications. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with an additional office in Los Altos, the company develops advanced digital signal processing system-on-chips designed for high-performance optical networks. Its product offerings include coherent single-chip transceivers for quadrature amplitude modulation (QAM) and dual polarization quadrature phase shift keying (QPSK), as well as evaluation boards and Ethernet transceivers for enterprise and data center applications. ClariPhy’s solutions are utilized in various sectors, including data centers, transport infrastructure, and telecom networks, catering to both metro and long-haul markets. In 2016, ClariPhy became a subsidiary of Inphi Corporation, further enhancing its capabilities in delivering high-performance semiconductor solutions.
Neuronetics
Series E in 2011
Neuronetics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, focused on developing non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Founded in 2003, the company markets the NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, which provides an innovative treatment for adult patients with major depressive disorder. This system employs transcranial magnetic stimulation, utilizing pulsed, MRI-strength magnetic fields to generate electrical currents that target specific brain areas linked to mood regulation. Neuronetics sells its products primarily through a dedicated sales and customer support team, catering to psychiatrists and healthcare providers. The company aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals suffering from mental health conditions through its advanced therapeutic solutions.
VisionCare Ophthalmic Technologies
Series E in 2011
VisionCare Ophthalmic Technologies, Inc. is a specialty medical device company based in Saratoga, California, focused on the research, development, manufacture, and marketing of innovative implantable ophthalmic devices. The company primarily aims to enhance vision and quality of life for individuals suffering from untreatable retinal disorders, particularly end-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which is a leading cause of blindness among older Americans. VisionCare's flagship product is the Implantable Miniature Telescope, the first FDA-approved device designed to improve vision in patients with advanced AMD. This telescope implant is a critical component of the CentraSight treatment program, which guides patients through the processes of diagnosis, surgical evaluation, and postoperative care. Founded in 1997, VisionCare is dedicated to helping patients reconnect with their daily lives and activities through its advanced visual prosthetic technologies.
SS8 Networks
Series B in 2010
SS8 Networks, Inc. specializes in network compliance solutions for communications providers globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers a suite of advanced products designed for lawful intelligence gathering. Its flagship product, Xcipio, facilitates lawful intercept by connecting telecommunications networks with national governments and law enforcement monitoring centers. Additionally, SS8 provides BreachDetect, a tool for real-time data breach detection, and Intellego, which allows for the monitoring and analysis of internet communications as they occur. The company’s Xcipio Probe enhances communication access from complex network architectures, supporting high-performance keyword searches and security features. SS8 serves a range of sectors, including enterprise security, law enforcement agencies, telecommunications providers, and national governments, aiming to help these entities track and combat criminal activities effectively.
Vindicia
Series E in 2010
We enrich e-commerce connections and transform them to feel simple and personal anytime, anywhere. If you’re like us, you want more of what you love. At Vindicia, we offer the industry’s #1 failed payment recovery solution. We take the work out of subscriptions, so you can delight your customers, build and retain long-lasting relationships, and maximize recurring revenue and lifetime value. Our payment recovery solution goes far beyond standard authentication tools to automatically resolve up to 50% of declined card transactions. Fueled by two decades of data intelligence and deep payment expertise, we help you launch, scale, engage, delight, and retain your customers. We understand that acquisition is not the end game, and customers are not just rows on your balance sheet. Your customers expect seamless, fresh, and delightful experiences. That’s why we help remove friction and empower you to build and retain long-term customer relationships.
Buysight
Series A in 2010
Buysight, formerly known as Permuto, is a company focused on enhancing display advertising by applying the principles of search engine marketing. It offers solutions tailored for both brand and performance advertisers and has established an online display advertising network named ShopperConnect™, which targets the expansive online e-commerce shopping market. Founded by industry veterans from notable companies such as Yahoo!, Doubleclick, and Apple, Buysight aims to deliver measurable and effective advertising strategies, contributing to the significant growth of digital marketing in the e-commerce sector.
Uptake Medical
Series B in 2010
Uptake Medical specializes in developing innovative medical technologies aimed at treating lung diseases. The company's flagship product, InterVapor™, is an endoscopic lung volume reduction therapy designed specifically for individuals with severe emphysema. This unique approach leverages the body’s natural healing processes and does not introduce any foreign materials into the lungs. Clinical studies have shown that InterVapor™ can lead to significant improvements in patients' breathing function, exercise capacity, and overall quality of life.
ClariPhy Communications
Series C in 2010
ClariPhy Communications, Inc. is a semiconductor company specializing in mixed-signal CMOS integrated circuits for optical networking and communication applications. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with an additional office in Los Altos, the company develops advanced digital signal processing system-on-chips designed for high-performance optical networks. Its product offerings include coherent single-chip transceivers for quadrature amplitude modulation (QAM) and dual polarization quadrature phase shift keying (QPSK), as well as evaluation boards and Ethernet transceivers for enterprise and data center applications. ClariPhy’s solutions are utilized in various sectors, including data centers, transport infrastructure, and telecom networks, catering to both metro and long-haul markets. In 2016, ClariPhy became a subsidiary of Inphi Corporation, further enhancing its capabilities in delivering high-performance semiconductor solutions.
Access Closure
Venture Round in 2010
Access Closure, Inc. is a medical device company based in Mountain View, California, specializing in vascular closure solutions for interventional and diagnostic procedures. Founded in 2002, the company offers innovative products, including the Mynx delivery system. This device effectively seals arteriotomy sites using a water-soluble and extravascular sealant, which expands within the tissue by absorbing blood and subcutaneous fluids. Access Closure aims to simplify and enhance the process of vascular closure, addressing the complexities associated with these medical procedures.
Placecast
Series B in 2010
Placecast is a leading enterprise mobile data management platform that integrates carrier data, location data, and user behavior across multiple devices to enhance marketing strategies. By utilizing its comprehensive suite of products, advertisers can develop custom audience segments and implement location-enabled mobile ad campaigns. Placecast's platform also allows for the evaluation of campaign accuracy and its impact on customer behavior. The company has established over 400 million unique mobile user profiles, drawing from billions of data attributes, and has earned the trust of major global enterprises. Renowned brands such as Starbucks, Gap, JetBlue, and Subway have utilized Placecast to create more tailored mobile experiences for their target audiences. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Atlanta, New York, and London, Placecast is supported by Voyager Capital and Onset Ventures.
Vertos Medical
Series D in 2010
Vertos Medical Inc. is a medical device company specializing in minimally invasive treatments for lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, the company has developed the mild device, which provides an outpatient, fluoroscopically guided treatment for LSS without the need for implants. This innovative approach allows physicians to perform lumbar decompression procedures under local anesthesia, helping to restore space in the spinal canal, alleviate pressure on nerves, and enhance patient mobility. Vertos Medical's commitment to advancing spinal care is reflected in its focus on delivering effective solutions for common spinal diseases.
Pancetera Software
Series A in 2009
Pancetera is a company that specializes in system and storage management solutions for virtualized server environments. It aims to simplify the complexities and reduce the costs associated with data protection and management in these environments. By leveraging its virtual appliance, Pancetera enhances performance, decreases resource contention, and lowers the cost per virtual machine. The company comprises a team of experienced professionals, including former executives from Data Domain, Legato, and Thinstall, who bring valuable expertise to its innovative offerings.
Placecast
Series B in 2009
Placecast is a leading enterprise mobile data management platform that integrates carrier data, location data, and user behavior across multiple devices to enhance marketing strategies. By utilizing its comprehensive suite of products, advertisers can develop custom audience segments and implement location-enabled mobile ad campaigns. Placecast's platform also allows for the evaluation of campaign accuracy and its impact on customer behavior. The company has established over 400 million unique mobile user profiles, drawing from billions of data attributes, and has earned the trust of major global enterprises. Renowned brands such as Starbucks, Gap, JetBlue, and Subway have utilized Placecast to create more tailored mobile experiences for their target audiences. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Atlanta, New York, and London, Placecast is supported by Voyager Capital and Onset Ventures.
Neuronetics
Series D in 2009
Neuronetics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, focused on developing non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Founded in 2003, the company markets the NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, which provides an innovative treatment for adult patients with major depressive disorder. This system employs transcranial magnetic stimulation, utilizing pulsed, MRI-strength magnetic fields to generate electrical currents that target specific brain areas linked to mood regulation. Neuronetics sells its products primarily through a dedicated sales and customer support team, catering to psychiatrists and healthcare providers. The company aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals suffering from mental health conditions through its advanced therapeutic solutions.
Brilliant Telecommunications
Venture Round in 2009
Brilliant Telecommunications, Inc. designs, develops, and distributes network timing, management, and synchronization solutions. Its products include Zurich Z-1000, a zero footprint, outdoor, and pole-mounted Network Time Protocol server that embodies its own timing management interface to provide tools for diagnosis, monitoring, and alarms; Cern C-2000, which is a Primary Reference Source and Clock that provides time stamping accuracy and configurability; and BT-750, a network timing client that delivers multiple synchronous outputs in a flexible platform. The company serves financial markets, legal institutions, telecommunication companies, and manufacturing organizations. Brilliant Telecommunications, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is based in Campbell, California.
PacketMotion
Series C in 2009
PacketMotion, Inc. specializes in developing security investigations, alerting, and reporting solutions that enable enterprises to monitor user activity within their networks. The company offers the PacketSentry appliance, designed to track user behavior on server and application platforms, as well as a virtual segmentation solution to assist with compliance to payment card industry data security standards. In addition to its core products, PacketMotion provides various services, including installation, training, and custom solutions. These offerings aim to enhance insider awareness, manage threats, support compliance reporting, protect sensitive data, and monitor network activity. The company primarily serves IT and security professionals in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in San Jose, California. Founded in 2002, PacketMotion continues to focus on delivering robust security solutions for enterprises.
Truviso
Venture Round in 2009
Truviso provides data analytics software tailored for network-driven businesses, enabling them to gain immediate insights into their operations through continuous analysis of live production data. Unlike traditional data warehouse and business intelligence solutions, which often struggle to deliver timely, actionable information or scale efficiently with growing data volumes, Truviso's flexible platform allows users to combine current and historical data in real time. This capability enhances visibility and facilitates informed decision-making for marketing, sales, and operations teams, as well as for partners and customers. By processing incoming data across diverse systems, Truviso empowers businesses to achieve greater operational efficiency and responsiveness.
Vindicia
Series D in 2009
We enrich e-commerce connections and transform them to feel simple and personal anytime, anywhere. If you’re like us, you want more of what you love. At Vindicia, we offer the industry’s #1 failed payment recovery solution. We take the work out of subscriptions, so you can delight your customers, build and retain long-lasting relationships, and maximize recurring revenue and lifetime value. Our payment recovery solution goes far beyond standard authentication tools to automatically resolve up to 50% of declined card transactions. Fueled by two decades of data intelligence and deep payment expertise, we help you launch, scale, engage, delight, and retain your customers. We understand that acquisition is not the end game, and customers are not just rows on your balance sheet. Your customers expect seamless, fresh, and delightful experiences. That’s why we help remove friction and empower you to build and retain long-term customer relationships.
Relievant Medsystems
Series C in 2009
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing minimally invasive treatments for chronic axial low back pain. The company has created the Intracept procedure, which specifically targets the basivertebral nerve to alleviate chronic vertebrogenic low back pain. By delivering targeted energy into the spine, the Intracept System effectively blocks the transmission of pain signals, providing patients with a low-risk therapeutic option. Founded in 2004, Relievant is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with additional operations in Sunnyvale, California.
SS8 Networks
Venture Round in 2009
SS8 Networks, Inc. specializes in network compliance solutions for communications providers globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers a suite of advanced products designed for lawful intelligence gathering. Its flagship product, Xcipio, facilitates lawful intercept by connecting telecommunications networks with national governments and law enforcement monitoring centers. Additionally, SS8 provides BreachDetect, a tool for real-time data breach detection, and Intellego, which allows for the monitoring and analysis of internet communications as they occur. The company’s Xcipio Probe enhances communication access from complex network architectures, supporting high-performance keyword searches and security features. SS8 serves a range of sectors, including enterprise security, law enforcement agencies, telecommunications providers, and national governments, aiming to help these entities track and combat criminal activities effectively.
Apieron
Series D in 2009
Apieron is a developer of a non-invasive device designed to monitor asthmatic conditions by measuring exhaled nitric oxide (eNO). This technology aids in the management of asthma and is currently cleared by the FDA for use exclusively in physician's offices. By providing healthcare professionals with a tool to assess and manage asthma more effectively, Apieron aims to improve patient care and outcomes in individuals suffering from this respiratory condition.
Sadra Medical
Series C in 2009
Sadra Medical is focused on developing innovative therapies for the treatment of aortic valve disease, particularly through minimally invasive alternatives to traditional surgical valve replacement. The company offers transcatheter aortic valve replacement systems, including the Lotus valve, which is a bovine tissue tri-leaflet bioprosthetic aortic valve supported by a nitinol stent structure. Additionally, Sadra Medical provides the Lotus delivery catheter, designed for the guidance and placement of the Lotus valve. With aortic valve stenosis affecting approximately 3 million people in the U.S. and a significant portion remaining untreated, Sadra Medical aims to address this unmet clinical need by enhancing treatment options and improving patient care while reducing the risks associated with open-heart surgery.
Mixercast
Series C in 2009
Mixercast allowed users to create embeddable slide show widgets. Users could mix together both personal and licensed content into their slide show.
Vidder
Series A in 2009
Vidder is a cybersecurity company based in Campbell, California, founded in 2009. It specializes in Trusted Access Control technology that enhances security by making servers invisible to unauthorized users, thereby mitigating network-based attacks. The company offers managed services aimed at protecting high-value networked assets through its innovative Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) solution, which is being developed in collaboration with the Cloud Security Alliance. Vidder's software provides pre-authenticated, context-aware access to enterprise applications, significantly reducing security risks associated with connectivity from unknown devices. This approach enables organizations to safeguard their systems from various cyber threats effectively.
NetSeer
Venture Round in 2009
NetSeer, Inc. specializes in concept-based advertising solutions that enhance ad targeting for advertisers and publishers. The company has developed a range of tools, including the ConceptGraph intent engine, which decodes user intent while ensuring brand safety. NetSeer BRAND curates brand-safe content to create custom programmatic channels, while NetSeer RESPONSE provides audience-targeting insights and optimizations to improve campaign performance and ROI. Additionally, the company offers real-time media services for trigger-based marketing and branded content syndication. NetSeer ConceptLinks delivers relevant topic links on web pages, boosting click-through rates, and NetSeer InImageLinks monetizes in-image content by integrating topical links with editorial images. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, NetSeer operates as a subsidiary of Inuvo, Inc. as of 2017 and has formed a strategic partnership with LiveRamp to enhance its offerings.
Sentilla
Series B in 2009
Sentilla, based in Redwood City, California, specializes in data center management and IT intelligence infrastructure. The company provides a software solution that enhances visibility across physical, virtual, and cloud environments, enabling enterprises to optimize their IT resource utilization and align it with business needs. By offering services such as performance analysis, capacity management, and cloud migration, Sentilla aids clients in minimizing risks and improving infrastructure performance continually. Its software is utilized by global enterprises, including cloud service providers and telecommunications companies, to achieve significant efficiency gains, with clients reportedly realizing $1.40 for every dollar invested in IT. The company’s focus on reducing capital and operational expenditures allows businesses to deploy resources more quickly and enter new markets with agility.
Hotspur Technologies
Series A in 2008
Hotspur Technologies is a prominent developer of catheter-based technologies designed to restore blood flow in patients with obstructed vessels. The company specializes in creating innovative products that utilize unique technology to open blood vessels more effectively and with minimal invasiveness. Through its advancements, Hotspur Technologies aims to improve patient outcomes in the treatment of vascular obstructions.
Buysight
Series A in 2008
Buysight, formerly known as Permuto, is a company focused on enhancing display advertising by applying the principles of search engine marketing. It offers solutions tailored for both brand and performance advertisers and has established an online display advertising network named ShopperConnect™, which targets the expansive online e-commerce shopping market. Founded by industry veterans from notable companies such as Yahoo!, Doubleclick, and Apple, Buysight aims to deliver measurable and effective advertising strategies, contributing to the significant growth of digital marketing in the e-commerce sector.
BAROnova
Series B in 2008
BAROnova, Inc. is a clinical-stage medical-device company established in 2006 and based in Goleta, California. The company specializes in creating non-surgical, non-pharmacologic devices aimed at inducing weight loss. Its primary product, the TransPyloric Shuttle, is designed to be inserted into the stomach through the mouth via a straightforward endoscopic procedure. This device works by helping patients feel fuller more quickly, maintain that feeling of fullness for a longer duration, and delay gastric emptying. Through these innovative approaches, BAROnova aims to assist individuals in managing their weight effectively.
Valeritas Holdings
Series A in 2008
Valeritas Holdings, Inc. was a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative solutions for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, the company offered the V-Go, a wearable insulin delivery device designed for basal-bolus therapy, allowing patients to manage their insulin intake conveniently and discreetly. Valeritas was also working on additional products, including the V-Go Prefill, aimed at simplifying the device-filling process, and V-Go SIM, which would facilitate real-time tracking of dosing utilization. The company marketed its products through third-party wholesalers and medical supply distributors, aiming to enhance the health and quality of life for individuals living with diabetes. However, on June 30, 2020, Valeritas Holdings filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leading to its cessation of operations.
Brilliant Telecommunications
Series B in 2008
Brilliant Telecommunications, Inc. designs, develops, and distributes network timing, management, and synchronization solutions. Its products include Zurich Z-1000, a zero footprint, outdoor, and pole-mounted Network Time Protocol server that embodies its own timing management interface to provide tools for diagnosis, monitoring, and alarms; Cern C-2000, which is a Primary Reference Source and Clock that provides time stamping accuracy and configurability; and BT-750, a network timing client that delivers multiple synchronous outputs in a flexible platform. The company serves financial markets, legal institutions, telecommunication companies, and manufacturing organizations. Brilliant Telecommunications, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is based in Campbell, California.
XORP
Series A in 2008
XORP is an open source internet protocol routing software.
Arcot Systems
Series B in 2008
Arcot Systems, Inc. specializes in authentication and digital signing solutions aimed at protecting and verifying the digital identities of cardholders and merchants. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a technology center in Bangalore, India, the company offers a variety of services, including consumer portal protection, FFIEC compliance, identity management, Internet threat protection, SAFE biopharmaceutical compliance, and VPN authentication. Its key products include TransFort for Issuers and Merchants, RiskFort for real-time fraud prevention, WebFort and ArcotID for software-based authentication, A-OK On-Demand for secure authentication processes, and SignFort to streamline document signing and approval. Arcot Systems serves financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and e-commerce platforms, helping them combat online fraud and identity theft.
NovaSys
Venture Round in 2008
NovaSys Health is a prominent provider of managed healthcare services, operating one of the largest health plans in Arkansas. With approximately 11,000 contracted providers in the region and over 4,300 in Arkansas, the company emphasizes strong relationships with healthcare providers. It offers a range of health plans and related services, including customized solutions, provider relations, and eligibility and billing administration, catering to a diverse network of hospitals, physicians, and ancillary providers.
NOVASYS MEDICAL
Series D in 2008
$25 million in Series C preferred stock financing. The financing will be used to ramp up operations and prepare for sales and marketing in anticipation of the company commercializing its first product, the Novasys Micro-remodeling™ System. The system, which is designed to treat female stress urinary incontinence (SUI), has received the CE Mark for use in the European Union and is pending FDA marketing clearance for sale in the United States. Novasys Medical Inc is testing a new, non-incisional, transurethral treatment which requires no visualization of the treatment site (neither cystoscopy nor fluoroscopy), being guided by familiar balloon palpation (similar to a Foley catheter). In addition, the Novasys Micro-remodeling™ System incorporates numerous, automatic safety features making the treatment process very easy to learn and use. The treatment does not require general anesthesia and is performed in the outpatient or office setting. Not only is the treatment rapid (less than 10 minutes), but patients immediately return to virtually all activities. As there are no incisions, no wound care or dressing changes are required.
Obopay
Series D in 2008
Obopay is a mobile payment service provider that enables consumers and businesses to conduct financial transactions using their mobile phones. The company offers a mobile application, text message capabilities, and mobile web access, allowing users to purchase, pay, and transfer money seamlessly. Obopay's services are compatible with any mobile phone and carrier in the United States, and its prepaid MasterCard can be used at any merchant that accepts MasterCard debit cards. The company has established partnerships with several financial and telecommunications entities, enhancing its service offerings. Additionally, Obopay has a wholly owned subsidiary in India, which began operations in March 2008 and has formed partnerships with local banks and telecom providers to extend its reach in the Indian market.
CardioMind
Venture Round in 2008
CardioMind, Inc. Inc manufactures therapeutic devices for cardiovascular diseases. The company also offers stent delivery systems, which are designed for use in lesion applications, as well as for the treatment of coronary and peripheral artery diseases. In addition, it provides invasive endovascular medical devices for treating neurological and cardiovascular diseases. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.
Workday Adaptive Planning
Series D in 2008
Workday Adaptive Planning provides software solutions for businesses. They also provide products including financial management, adaptive planning, and sourcing. They offer financial, workforce transaction, and legacy application data into a system.
Aragon Surgical
Series B in 2008
Aragon Surgical, Inc. is a privately owned company established in 2005, focused on creating innovative surgical products aimed at enhancing patient safety and reducing operative time. The company collaborates with various surgeons to identify opportunities for improving surgical performance. Its product line includes surgical instruments and implants specifically designed to assist gynecologic surgeons, general surgeons, and surgical specialists in performing both laparoscopic and open surgical procedures. Through its commitment to advancing surgical techniques, Aragon Surgical seeks to contribute to improved outcomes for patients and healthcare providers alike.
Mixercast
Series B in 2008
Mixercast allowed users to create embeddable slide show widgets. Users could mix together both personal and licensed content into their slide show.
SquareOne
Series C in 2007
SquareOne is a content creation platform designed to support established personalities and content creators in the gaming industry. The company understands the unique needs of its partners and offers tailored assistance that emphasizes high-quality service over a broad reach. By providing professional support in areas such as revenue opportunities, brand growth, and technical guidance, SquareOne enables creators to thrive in a competitive landscape. The focus on individualized support helps creators to continue their growth and success in the gaming sector.
PacketMotion
Series C in 2007
PacketMotion, Inc. specializes in developing security investigations, alerting, and reporting solutions that enable enterprises to monitor user activity within their networks. The company offers the PacketSentry appliance, designed to track user behavior on server and application platforms, as well as a virtual segmentation solution to assist with compliance to payment card industry data security standards. In addition to its core products, PacketMotion provides various services, including installation, training, and custom solutions. These offerings aim to enhance insider awareness, manage threats, support compliance reporting, protect sensitive data, and monitor network activity. The company primarily serves IT and security professionals in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in San Jose, California. Founded in 2002, PacketMotion continues to focus on delivering robust security solutions for enterprises.
CardioMind
Series C in 2007
CardioMind, Inc. Inc manufactures therapeutic devices for cardiovascular diseases. The company also offers stent delivery systems, which are designed for use in lesion applications, as well as for the treatment of coronary and peripheral artery diseases. In addition, it provides invasive endovascular medical devices for treating neurological and cardiovascular diseases. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.
Arcot Systems
Venture Round in 2007
Arcot Systems, Inc. specializes in authentication and digital signing solutions aimed at protecting and verifying the digital identities of cardholders and merchants. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a technology center in Bangalore, India, the company offers a variety of services, including consumer portal protection, FFIEC compliance, identity management, Internet threat protection, SAFE biopharmaceutical compliance, and VPN authentication. Its key products include TransFort for Issuers and Merchants, RiskFort for real-time fraud prevention, WebFort and ArcotID for software-based authentication, A-OK On-Demand for secure authentication processes, and SignFort to streamline document signing and approval. Arcot Systems serves financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and e-commerce platforms, helping them combat online fraud and identity theft.
Pegasus Biologics
Series C in 2007
Pegasus Biologics, Inc. engages in manufacturing, developing, and marketing bioimplants for soft tissue repair and wound care for diabetic ulcers. Its products include OrthADAPT Bioimplant, which is an organized tissue scaffold that used for the repair and reinforcement of soft tissues, such as tendons and ligaments; and Unite Biomatrix, which is an enzyme resistant collagen scaffold that allows for suture retention and intrinsic strength. The company serves orthopedics, sports medicine, neurosurgical, and spine applications. Pegasus Biologics, Inc. was founded in 2003 and is based in Irvine, California. As of July 17, 2009, Pegasus Biologics, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Synovis Life Technologies Inc.
SquareOne
Series C in 2007
SquareOne is a content creation platform designed to support established personalities and content creators in the gaming industry. The company understands the unique needs of its partners and offers tailored assistance that emphasizes high-quality service over a broad reach. By providing professional support in areas such as revenue opportunities, brand growth, and technical guidance, SquareOne enables creators to thrive in a competitive landscape. The focus on individualized support helps creators to continue their growth and success in the gaming sector.
Workday Adaptive Planning
Series C in 2007
Workday Adaptive Planning provides software solutions for businesses. They also provide products including financial management, adaptive planning, and sourcing. They offer financial, workforce transaction, and legacy application data into a system.
Brilliant Telecommunications
Series A in 2007
Brilliant Telecommunications, Inc. designs, develops, and distributes network timing, management, and synchronization solutions. Its products include Zurich Z-1000, a zero footprint, outdoor, and pole-mounted Network Time Protocol server that embodies its own timing management interface to provide tools for diagnosis, monitoring, and alarms; Cern C-2000, which is a Primary Reference Source and Clock that provides time stamping accuracy and configurability; and BT-750, a network timing client that delivers multiple synchronous outputs in a flexible platform. The company serves financial markets, legal institutions, telecommunication companies, and manufacturing organizations. Brilliant Telecommunications, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is based in Campbell, California.
Sadra Medical
Series B in 2006
Sadra Medical is focused on developing innovative therapies for the treatment of aortic valve disease, particularly through minimally invasive alternatives to traditional surgical valve replacement. The company offers transcatheter aortic valve replacement systems, including the Lotus valve, which is a bovine tissue tri-leaflet bioprosthetic aortic valve supported by a nitinol stent structure. Additionally, Sadra Medical provides the Lotus delivery catheter, designed for the guidance and placement of the Lotus valve. With aortic valve stenosis affecting approximately 3 million people in the U.S. and a significant portion remaining untreated, Sadra Medical aims to address this unmet clinical need by enhancing treatment options and improving patient care while reducing the risks associated with open-heart surgery.
Sentilla
Series A in 2006
Sentilla, based in Redwood City, California, specializes in data center management and IT intelligence infrastructure. The company provides a software solution that enhances visibility across physical, virtual, and cloud environments, enabling enterprises to optimize their IT resource utilization and align it with business needs. By offering services such as performance analysis, capacity management, and cloud migration, Sentilla aids clients in minimizing risks and improving infrastructure performance continually. Its software is utilized by global enterprises, including cloud service providers and telecommunications companies, to achieve significant efficiency gains, with clients reportedly realizing $1.40 for every dollar invested in IT. The company’s focus on reducing capital and operational expenditures allows businesses to deploy resources more quickly and enter new markets with agility.
Relievant Medsystems
Series B in 2006
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing minimally invasive treatments for chronic axial low back pain. The company has created the Intracept procedure, which specifically targets the basivertebral nerve to alleviate chronic vertebrogenic low back pain. By delivering targeted energy into the spine, the Intracept System effectively blocks the transmission of pain signals, providing patients with a low-risk therapeutic option. Founded in 2004, Relievant is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with additional operations in Sunnyvale, California.
AirPlay Network
Series B in 2006
AirPlay creates and produces games that allow consumers to use their cell phones to play along with their favorite television programs. Merging 110 million US television households with 200 million mobile handsets, AirPlay offers consumers a fun and unique way to interact with live television while competing against their friends, family or a national television audience. For its wireless and television industry partners, AirPlay offers a proprietary platform and service infrastructure which enables incremental revenue streams without partner capital investment
PacketMotion
Series B in 2006
PacketMotion, Inc. specializes in developing security investigations, alerting, and reporting solutions that enable enterprises to monitor user activity within their networks. The company offers the PacketSentry appliance, designed to track user behavior on server and application platforms, as well as a virtual segmentation solution to assist with compliance to payment card industry data security standards. In addition to its core products, PacketMotion provides various services, including installation, training, and custom solutions. These offerings aim to enhance insider awareness, manage threats, support compliance reporting, protect sensitive data, and monitor network activity. The company primarily serves IT and security professionals in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in San Jose, California. Founded in 2002, PacketMotion continues to focus on delivering robust security solutions for enterprises.
Obopay
Series B in 2006
Obopay is a mobile payment service provider that enables consumers and businesses to conduct financial transactions using their mobile phones. The company offers a mobile application, text message capabilities, and mobile web access, allowing users to purchase, pay, and transfer money seamlessly. Obopay's services are compatible with any mobile phone and carrier in the United States, and its prepaid MasterCard can be used at any merchant that accepts MasterCard debit cards. The company has established partnerships with several financial and telecommunications entities, enhancing its service offerings. Additionally, Obopay has a wholly owned subsidiary in India, which began operations in March 2008 and has formed partnerships with local banks and telecom providers to extend its reach in the Indian market.
Neuronetics
Series C in 2006
Neuronetics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, focused on developing non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Founded in 2003, the company markets the NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, which provides an innovative treatment for adult patients with major depressive disorder. This system employs transcranial magnetic stimulation, utilizing pulsed, MRI-strength magnetic fields to generate electrical currents that target specific brain areas linked to mood regulation. Neuronetics sells its products primarily through a dedicated sales and customer support team, catering to psychiatrists and healthcare providers. The company aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals suffering from mental health conditions through its advanced therapeutic solutions.
SS8 Networks
Series A in 2006
SS8 Networks, Inc. specializes in network compliance solutions for communications providers globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers a suite of advanced products designed for lawful intelligence gathering. Its flagship product, Xcipio, facilitates lawful intercept by connecting telecommunications networks with national governments and law enforcement monitoring centers. Additionally, SS8 provides BreachDetect, a tool for real-time data breach detection, and Intellego, which allows for the monitoring and analysis of internet communications as they occur. The company’s Xcipio Probe enhances communication access from complex network architectures, supporting high-performance keyword searches and security features. SS8 serves a range of sectors, including enterprise security, law enforcement agencies, telecommunications providers, and national governments, aiming to help these entities track and combat criminal activities effectively.
Uptake Medical
Series A in 2006
Uptake Medical specializes in developing innovative medical technologies aimed at treating lung diseases. The company's flagship product, InterVapor™, is an endoscopic lung volume reduction therapy designed specifically for individuals with severe emphysema. This unique approach leverages the body’s natural healing processes and does not introduce any foreign materials into the lungs. Clinical studies have shown that InterVapor™ can lead to significant improvements in patients' breathing function, exercise capacity, and overall quality of life.
Nextance
Series E in 2006
Nextance, Inc. is an enterprise software company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in contract and proposal management solutions tailored for B2B relationships. Founded in 2000, the company focuses on enhancing the standardization, visibility, and control of critical documents that define business relationships. Its software products support various functions including sales operations, procurement, and contract management, offering features such as automatic notifications, status tracking, and contract reviews. Additionally, Nextance provides business impact assessments, process consulting, data migration, implementation, training, technical support, and customer services to ensure effective usage of its solutions. As of 2007, Nextance operates as a subsidiary of Versata Inc.
Obopay
Series A in 2006
Obopay is a mobile payment service provider that enables consumers and businesses to conduct financial transactions using their mobile phones. The company offers a mobile application, text message capabilities, and mobile web access, allowing users to purchase, pay, and transfer money seamlessly. Obopay's services are compatible with any mobile phone and carrier in the United States, and its prepaid MasterCard can be used at any merchant that accepts MasterCard debit cards. The company has established partnerships with several financial and telecommunications entities, enhancing its service offerings. Additionally, Obopay has a wholly owned subsidiary in India, which began operations in March 2008 and has formed partnerships with local banks and telecom providers to extend its reach in the Indian market.
Invarium
Series B in 2006
Invarium, Inc. specializes in providing advanced patterning synthesis solutions for the semiconductor industry. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers DimensionPPC, a technology that enhances pattern accuracy on silicon, specifically for integrated circuit (IC) designs, while also facilitating quicker time-to-volume production. Invarium's services are particularly beneficial for sub-90-nanometer IC designers and manufacturers, addressing layout printability challenges in complex chip designs. Since its incorporation in 2003, Invarium has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor sector, operating as a subsidiary of Cadence Design Systems as of 2007.
VM Discovery
Series B in 2006
VM Discovery, Inc. is a drug design and discovery company based in Fremont, California, founded in 2001. The company specializes in providing drug design and optimization services that help clients identify multi-property optimized drug candidates. VM Discovery employs advanced technology for comprehensive parallel multi-property and activity modeling, optimization, and virtual screening. This enables the selection of new and improved small molecule drug candidates with balanced potency. VM Discovery collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in the United States and Asia, also offering internally optimized drug candidates to enhance the drug development process.
BAROnova
Series A in 2006
BAROnova, Inc. is a clinical-stage medical-device company established in 2006 and based in Goleta, California. The company specializes in creating non-surgical, non-pharmacologic devices aimed at inducing weight loss. Its primary product, the TransPyloric Shuttle, is designed to be inserted into the stomach through the mouth via a straightforward endoscopic procedure. This device works by helping patients feel fuller more quickly, maintain that feeling of fullness for a longer duration, and delay gastric emptying. Through these innovative approaches, BAROnova aims to assist individuals in managing their weight effectively.
Securent
Series A in 2006
Securent, Inc. provides an application entitlement management solution (EMS) that helps organizations secure sensitive applications and data. This EMS allows for the centralized configuration, control, viewing, and auditing of fine-grained access policies across various repositories and access channels. Securent's products are designed for enterprises and government agencies that require strict control over access to sensitive applications and confidential information, such as customer data, employee records, product plans, and financial statements. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Securent also has an office in Hyderabad, India. The company operates as a subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc. since 2007.
Oculir
Series A in 2005
Oculir develops non-invasive glucose meter that measures glucose from the conjunctiva of the eye.
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