Fisker
Private Equity Round in 2012
Fisker, Inc. is an American company headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, that designs and manufactures electric vehicles and mobility solutions. The company focuses on creating eco-friendly vehicles that evoke emotional connections, aligning with its mission to promote a sustainable future for all. Fisker aims to position itself as an e-mobility service provider, emphasizing the development of innovative electric vehicles that are both environmentally friendly and desirable to consumers. Historically, Fisker Automotive gained recognition for the Fisker Karma, which was among the first luxury plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, but production was halted due to financial challenges. Today, Fisker, Inc. continues to pursue advancements in electric mobility, striving to revolutionize the automotive industry with its commitment to sustainability and design.
Alien Technology
Private Equity Round in 2011
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Bloom Energy
Series G in 2011
Bloom Energy Corporation, founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling solid-oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation. Its flagship product, the Bloom Energy Server, converts various fuels, including natural gas, biogas, and hydrogen, into electricity through an electrochemical process without combustion. This technology allows for efficient, reliable, and clean energy production, significantly reducing electricity costs and greenhouse gas emissions. Bloom Energy serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, healthcare, technology, and utilities, primarily operating in the United States, Japan, China, India, and South Korea. The company aims to enhance energy security and independence by generating power at the point of consumption, and it is exploring opportunities in the electrolyzer market to further its advancements in energy solutions.
Fisker
Private Equity Round in 2011
Fisker, Inc. is an American company headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, that designs and manufactures electric vehicles and mobility solutions. The company focuses on creating eco-friendly vehicles that evoke emotional connections, aligning with its mission to promote a sustainable future for all. Fisker aims to position itself as an e-mobility service provider, emphasizing the development of innovative electric vehicles that are both environmentally friendly and desirable to consumers. Historically, Fisker Automotive gained recognition for the Fisker Karma, which was among the first luxury plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, but production was halted due to financial challenges. Today, Fisker, Inc. continues to pursue advancements in electric mobility, striving to revolutionize the automotive industry with its commitment to sustainability and design.
Edeniq Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing processes for converting cellulosic biomass into industrial sugars and cellulosic ethanol. Founded in 2006 and based in Visalia, California, Edeniq offers innovative technologies such as the Cellunator, a mixing and milling device that enhances starch extraction from corn, and the Pathway platform, which enables the production of cellulosic ethanol from existing corn ethanol plants. The company's proprietary Intellulose technology allows for seamless integration into current ethanol production facilities without requiring significant capital investment. Edeniq licenses its technologies to bio-refineries in the United States and Brazil, helping them to increase throughput, improve yields, and produce valuable biofuels and biochemicals.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2010
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Force10 Networks
Venture Round in 2009
Force10 Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of networking equipment and solutions that cater to data center and network deployment needs. The company operates primarily in two segments: Ethernet and Transport. The Ethernet segment includes 1 GbE and 10GbE switches and routers designed for data centers, enterprises, and service providers, while the Transport segment offers products for metro and inter-office optical networks, wireless aggregation, and converged business access networks. Force10 is recognized for its high-performance data center solutions, which are built on open, standards-based hardware and software, enabling clients to achieve scalability, reliability, and application awareness. The company's products are marketed through a direct sales force in the United States and through various international channel partners. Founded in 1999 and based in San Jose, California, Force10 Networks operates as a subsidiary of Dell Marketing L.P.
Suniva is a manufacturer specializing in high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules aimed at providing cost-competitive solar energy solutions. The company focuses on developing its ARTisun series, which is designed for clean and sustainable power generation. Suniva's products emphasize high conversion efficiency while maintaining affordability, targeting both commercial and residential markets. Through its patented low-cost manufacturing technology, Suniva seeks to drive down the overall cost per watt of solar-generated power, positioning itself to meet the growing demand for accessible solar energy solutions.
MetricStream
Debt Financing in 2009
MetricStream, Inc. is a leading provider of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software solutions, offering both cloud-based and on-premise applications. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, healthcare, automotive, and energy. Its software platform encompasses various functions such as internal audits, regulatory compliance, risk management, quality assurance, and vendor governance, enabling organizations to enhance their business performance and make informed decisions amidst regulatory complexities. MetricStream's solutions facilitate the integration of governance, risk management, and compliance across organizations, empowering users to navigate risks effectively while pursuing growth opportunities. With a commitment to customer support, implementation, and training, MetricStream continues to strengthen its presence in the global market through strategic partnerships and a robust portfolio of services.
Bloom Energy
Series F in 2009
Bloom Energy Corporation, founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling solid-oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation. Its flagship product, the Bloom Energy Server, converts various fuels, including natural gas, biogas, and hydrogen, into electricity through an electrochemical process without combustion. This technology allows for efficient, reliable, and clean energy production, significantly reducing electricity costs and greenhouse gas emissions. Bloom Energy serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, healthcare, technology, and utilities, primarily operating in the United States, Japan, China, India, and South Korea. The company aims to enhance energy security and independence by generating power at the point of consumption, and it is exploring opportunities in the electrolyzer market to further its advancements in energy solutions.
Sezmi Corporation
Series B in 2008
[sezmi](http://www.sezmi.com) (formerly known as Building B) is an entertainment services company that focuses on combining the strengths of wireless broadcast technology and the internet to offer personalized entertainment solutions to consumers. The company has been developing a video entertainment platform that aggregates content from a variety of sources- traditional TV programming, HDTV, movies, internet video, and on-demand viewing- and allows personalization and advanced navigation. Building B, in plans to roll out the platform currently, claims that the platform does not require a PC or additional infrastructure to implement. The company's management team contains prior senior executives from entertainment companies CBS, NBC, MTV Networks, Nickelodeon, Paramount, Showtime and Viacom.
Magnum Semiconductor
Series E in 2008
Magnum Semiconductor, Inc. is a provider of semiconductor products, specializing in chips, software, and platforms designed for consumer entertainment systems and professional broadcast infrastructure. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers solutions that facilitate the creation, distribution, and management of video and audio content. Its technology supports various applications, including professional video encoders, broadcast transcoders, and in-home media devices such as set-top boxes and DVD recorders. Magnum's products play a crucial role in the video content creation and distribution chain, spanning from contribution and production to delivery via cable, satellite, IPTV, and Over-the-Top streaming. The company maintains a global presence with sales and engineering offices in several countries, including Canada, China, India, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, along with development facilities in major Asian cities.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2008
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
QuantiaMD is the largest online community and collaboration platform designed specifically for physicians. It facilitates the sharing of real-life clinical experiences among a network of 160,000 physicians, enabling rapid adaptation to changes in the medical field and the application of the latest medical knowledge in practice. The platform serves as a mobile and web-based physician relationship management system, incorporating elements of social media and engagement science to enhance communication between healthcare organizations and physicians. By providing an easy-to-use and secure environment, QuantiaMD allows healthcare companies to engage and align physicians effectively, ultimately aiming to improve the quality of care delivered to patients.
Edeniq Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing processes for converting cellulosic biomass into industrial sugars and cellulosic ethanol. Founded in 2006 and based in Visalia, California, Edeniq offers innovative technologies such as the Cellunator, a mixing and milling device that enhances starch extraction from corn, and the Pathway platform, which enables the production of cellulosic ethanol from existing corn ethanol plants. The company's proprietary Intellulose technology allows for seamless integration into current ethanol production facilities without requiring significant capital investment. Edeniq licenses its technologies to bio-refineries in the United States and Brazil, helping them to increase throughput, improve yields, and produce valuable biofuels and biochemicals.
MarketTools
Series E in 2008
MarketTools, Inc., now part of MetrixLab BV, specializes in online marketing research software and services designed to help businesses understand their target customers effectively. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including Survey Manager for building and analyzing online surveys, Panel Manager for managing research panels, and Community Manager for engaging online research communities. Its research solutions encompass brand, media, and advertising evaluations, innovation and shopper insights, as well as eBusiness performance assessments covering website usability and competitor benchmarking. Additionally, MarketTools provides customer experience management solutions tailored to various industries, including banking, insurance, and consumer goods, both in the United States and globally. The company aims to leverage advanced technology and research expertise to deliver valuable insights that drive informed business decisions.
eASIC Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 1999. The company specializes in manufacturing eASIC platforms that significantly lower the cost of ownership and production time for customized silicon devices. Its product offerings include the Nextreme family of devices, which are designed to reduce development costs and turnaround times compared to standard cell ASICs, while also minimizing power consumption and unit costs. The Nextreme-3 and Nextreme-2 platforms represent the fourth and third generations of these devices, respectively. Additionally, eASIC provides the easicopy ASIC, which offers OEMs a pathway to transition from Nextreme devices to a cell-based design, further enhancing cost efficiency and performance. The eZ-IP alliance program also supports customers by providing access to verified eASIC-ready IP cores, facilitating quicker market entry. eASIC's products are utilized across various applications, including wireless infrastructure and consumer handheld devices, serving a global customer base.
Suniva is a manufacturer specializing in high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules aimed at providing cost-competitive solar energy solutions. The company focuses on developing its ARTisun series, which is designed for clean and sustainable power generation. Suniva's products emphasize high conversion efficiency while maintaining affordability, targeting both commercial and residential markets. Through its patented low-cost manufacturing technology, Suniva seeks to drive down the overall cost per watt of solar-generated power, positioning itself to meet the growing demand for accessible solar energy solutions.
Teneros is a Mountain View, California-based company that specializes in ensuring application and data continuity for Microsoft Exchange email servers. By providing comprehensive solutions, Teneros protects organizations from the disruptions caused by server crashes, technology failures, and site-wide outages, thereby maintaining the integrity of their messaging systems. The company offers a range of products, including its Velocity series, which delivers email application continuity in both local high availability and remote disaster recovery configurations. Additionally, Teneros develops Social Sentry, a tool that allows companies to monitor employee activity on public social media platforms.
Motricity
Venture Round in 2007
Motricity Inc., based in Conway, South Carolina, is a provider of mobile data and solutions designed for the wireless industry. The company specializes in offering innovative mobile content services that enhance the capabilities of mobile operators, helping them attract new users and generate revenue from their existing customer base. Motricity focuses on mobile merchandising, marketing, and advertising services, enabling advertising agencies, consumer brands, and mobile operators to create mobile-optimized experiences that foster interaction, content consumption, and commerce within the mobile ecosystem. With over a decade of experience in the mobile industry, Motricity aims to maximize the effectiveness of marketing budgets and improve customer lifetime value for its clients.
Agami System
Series C in 2007
Agami Systems is a company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in enterprise network storage systems that incorporate live file system replication and support services. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including families, contractors, and corporate entities, providing reliable solutions for data management and storage needs. In addition, Agami operates a financial service division focused on asset structuring, management, and sustainability, offering advisory and wealth management services. This division aims to support the long-term objectives of clients by ensuring the effective development and transmission of private assets across generations, while also providing impartial guidance.
Ambric is a developer and manufacturer of software-programmable interface circuits that utilize a massively parallel processor array architecture. The company specializes in high-performance applications, particularly in media processing and medical imaging. Ambric's first generation chip architecture, known as the Am2045, integrates 336 processors on a single chip, providing a competitive alternative to large FPGAs, DSPs, and Intel x86 processors commonly used in embedded markets. The company's innovative parallel processor solution includes a structured object programming model, which facilitates effective programming for developers managing a large number of cores. Ambric has strategically targeted various sectors, including video compression, medical imaging, wireless base stations, and military applications.
Turin Networks
Series B in 2007
Turin Networks, Inc. is a prominent provider of Carrier Ethernet solutions tailored for wireline and wireless network operators globally. The company specializes in addressing the practical challenges faced by network operators, particularly in the realms of Wireless Backhaul, Carrier Ethernet, and Converged Services. Turin Networks offers a range of products, including metro service edge solutions that facilitate MEF-compliant Ethernet delivery over fiber and copper, as well as traditional TDM/PDH services. Additionally, the company provides wireless backhaul optimization products and converged business access services, thereby enabling operators to enhance their network performance and service delivery.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2007
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2006
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Echopass Corporation specializes in providing advanced IP-based call and contact center solutions as a service, catering to mid-to-large enterprises and government agencies. Through its innovative EchoSystem service integration platform, Echopass delivers comprehensive, on-demand solutions that are fully integrated with clients' existing customer contact applications and voice or data technologies. The company offers a range of services, including voice, email, chat, and fax, designed to be quick to deploy, user-friendly, and flexible, requiring no capital investment or ongoing maintenance. As a privately-held entity, Echopass has garnered recognition, including the Red Herring Top 100 Companies award, and is supported by venture capital firms.
MetricStream
Venture Round in 2006
MetricStream, Inc. is a leading provider of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software solutions, offering both cloud-based and on-premise applications. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, healthcare, automotive, and energy. Its software platform encompasses various functions such as internal audits, regulatory compliance, risk management, quality assurance, and vendor governance, enabling organizations to enhance their business performance and make informed decisions amidst regulatory complexities. MetricStream's solutions facilitate the integration of governance, risk management, and compliance across organizations, empowering users to navigate risks effectively while pursuing growth opportunities. With a commitment to customer support, implementation, and training, MetricStream continues to strengthen its presence in the global market through strategic partnerships and a robust portfolio of services.
Motricity
Venture Round in 2006
Motricity Inc., based in Conway, South Carolina, is a provider of mobile data and solutions designed for the wireless industry. The company specializes in offering innovative mobile content services that enhance the capabilities of mobile operators, helping them attract new users and generate revenue from their existing customer base. Motricity focuses on mobile merchandising, marketing, and advertising services, enabling advertising agencies, consumer brands, and mobile operators to create mobile-optimized experiences that foster interaction, content consumption, and commerce within the mobile ecosystem. With over a decade of experience in the mobile industry, Motricity aims to maximize the effectiveness of marketing budgets and improve customer lifetime value for its clients.
Voltari
Private Equity Round in 2006
Voltari Corporation, founded in 2001 and headquartered in New York, specializes in mobile advertising and marketing solutions. The company provides relevance-driven services, including mobile merchandising and predictive analytics, aimed at mobile operators, brands, and agencies. Voltari-Connect, its data management platform, enables targeted marketing by identifying and attracting mobile audiences based on their preferences and interests. Additionally, Voltari offers consulting services to help clients analyze mobile trends and the effectiveness of existing solutions, ultimately enhancing the mobile data subscriber experience. Through the use of real-time optimization and machine learning, Voltari aims to improve customer performance and efficiencies in their marketing efforts.
Abazab
Venture Round in 2006
Abazab provides Internet service for social Websites. It offers a social Web-based Internet service that enables people to share videos, video messages, and life events. Abazab, Inc. was formerly known as Santa Cruz Networks, Inc. and changed its name to Abazab, Inc. in 2006. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Campbell, California.
Motricity
Venture Round in 2006
Motricity Inc., based in Conway, South Carolina, is a provider of mobile data and solutions designed for the wireless industry. The company specializes in offering innovative mobile content services that enhance the capabilities of mobile operators, helping them attract new users and generate revenue from their existing customer base. Motricity focuses on mobile merchandising, marketing, and advertising services, enabling advertising agencies, consumer brands, and mobile operators to create mobile-optimized experiences that foster interaction, content consumption, and commerce within the mobile ecosystem. With over a decade of experience in the mobile industry, Motricity aims to maximize the effectiveness of marketing budgets and improve customer lifetime value for its clients.
Voltari
Private Equity Round in 2006
Voltari Corporation, founded in 2001 and headquartered in New York, specializes in mobile advertising and marketing solutions. The company provides relevance-driven services, including mobile merchandising and predictive analytics, aimed at mobile operators, brands, and agencies. Voltari-Connect, its data management platform, enables targeted marketing by identifying and attracting mobile audiences based on their preferences and interests. Additionally, Voltari offers consulting services to help clients analyze mobile trends and the effectiveness of existing solutions, ultimately enhancing the mobile data subscriber experience. Through the use of real-time optimization and machine learning, Voltari aims to improve customer performance and efficiencies in their marketing efforts.
RMI Corporation
Venture Round in 2006
RMI Corporation (formerly Raza Microelectronics) is a fabless semiconductor company providing High-Performance Super System-on-a-Chip (SuperSoCâ„¢) Processor solutions for the Infrastructure, Enterprise, and Consumer Media markets. Applications include Wireless, Networking Security, Thin Clients, and Connected Multi-Media. RMI offers a broad platform of advanced MIPS-compatible processing solutions with both 32/64-bit architectures supporting frequencies from 300MHz to 1.2 GHz. RMI is headquartered in Cupertino, CA with branch and subsidiary operations in Texas, United Kingdom, France, India, Korea, Japan, Taiwan and China.
Ceterus Networks
Series E in 2006
Ceterus Networks specializes in manufacturing flexible transport systems designed for cell tower backhaul and enterprise data applications. The company's product lineup includes various models tailored for specific needs, such as the UTX8212 for circuit-based services, UTS1100 for Ethernet transport, and UTS1530 for 3G mobile wireless applications. Additionally, Ceterus Networks offers solutions for Ethernet and multiservice delivery, as well as data center connectivity. Their metro Ethernet transport service stands out in the telecom market by providing carrier-class, fully redundant applications that facilitate both integrated voice and Ethernet access for small businesses, enabling the delivery of Ethernet and legacy services over copper or fiber to diverse locations.
Echopass
Venture Round in 2005
Echopass Corporation specializes in providing advanced IP-based call and contact center solutions as a service, catering to mid-to-large enterprises and government agencies. Through its innovative EchoSystem service integration platform, Echopass delivers comprehensive, on-demand solutions that are fully integrated with clients' existing customer contact applications and voice or data technologies. The company offers a range of services, including voice, email, chat, and fax, designed to be quick to deploy, user-friendly, and flexible, requiring no capital investment or ongoing maintenance. As a privately-held entity, Echopass has garnered recognition, including the Red Herring Top 100 Companies award, and is supported by venture capital firms.
Alien Technology
Series H in 2005
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Motricity
Venture Round in 2005
Motricity Inc., based in Conway, South Carolina, is a provider of mobile data and solutions designed for the wireless industry. The company specializes in offering innovative mobile content services that enhance the capabilities of mobile operators, helping them attract new users and generate revenue from their existing customer base. Motricity focuses on mobile merchandising, marketing, and advertising services, enabling advertising agencies, consumer brands, and mobile operators to create mobile-optimized experiences that foster interaction, content consumption, and commerce within the mobile ecosystem. With over a decade of experience in the mobile industry, Motricity aims to maximize the effectiveness of marketing budgets and improve customer lifetime value for its clients.
Force10 Networks
Series E in 2005
Force10 Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of networking equipment and solutions that cater to data center and network deployment needs. The company operates primarily in two segments: Ethernet and Transport. The Ethernet segment includes 1 GbE and 10GbE switches and routers designed for data centers, enterprises, and service providers, while the Transport segment offers products for metro and inter-office optical networks, wireless aggregation, and converged business access networks. Force10 is recognized for its high-performance data center solutions, which are built on open, standards-based hardware and software, enabling clients to achieve scalability, reliability, and application awareness. The company's products are marketed through a direct sales force in the United States and through various international channel partners. Founded in 1999 and based in San Jose, California, Force10 Networks operates as a subsidiary of Dell Marketing L.P.
StorCard, Inc. designs, manufactures, and distributes solutions for secure storage, transportation, and access of digital information. It offers StorCard, a card type portable storage platform to transport, access, and store digital information; and StorReader, a USB/wi-fi compatible reader for the StorCard that works across a range of fixed and mobile device platforms.
Good Technology (acquired by Visto)
Series E in 2005
Good Technology is the leader in enterprise handheld computing software and service, using industry standards to provide the corporate applications enterprises need on the handhelds they choose over the networks they prefer. The company's GoodAccess and GoodLink products extend mission-critical enterprise applications—including Microsoft Exchange, Oracle, salesforce.com and Siebel—to mobile employees when an where they need them, using end-to-end AES encrypted, FIPS 140-2 certified security, and cradle-free, real-time synchronization. GoodLink and GoodAccess are combined enterprise software and service that run on a variety of devices and networks, freeing customers from vendor lock-in, and allowing maximum flexibility.
StorCard, Inc. designs, manufactures, and distributes solutions for secure storage, transportation, and access of digital information. It offers StorCard, a card type portable storage platform to transport, access, and store digital information; and StorReader, a USB/wi-fi compatible reader for the StorCard that works across a range of fixed and mobile device platforms.
Agami System
Series B in 2004
Agami Systems is a company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in enterprise network storage systems that incorporate live file system replication and support services. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including families, contractors, and corporate entities, providing reliable solutions for data management and storage needs. In addition, Agami operates a financial service division focused on asset structuring, management, and sustainability, offering advisory and wealth management services. This division aims to support the long-term objectives of clients by ensuring the effective development and transmission of private assets across generations, while also providing impartial guidance.
Agami System
Series A in 2004
Agami Systems is a company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in enterprise network storage systems that incorporate live file system replication and support services. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including families, contractors, and corporate entities, providing reliable solutions for data management and storage needs. In addition, Agami operates a financial service division focused on asset structuring, management, and sustainability, offering advisory and wealth management services. This division aims to support the long-term objectives of clients by ensuring the effective development and transmission of private assets across generations, while also providing impartial guidance.
Alien Technology
Series G in 2004
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Alien Technology
Series F in 2003
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Arbinet
Private Equity Round in 2001
Arbinet is a prominent provider of international voice and IP telecommunications solutions, serving carriers and service providers worldwide. The company operates a robust network utilized by over 1,100 carriers globally, offering a combination of extensive scale and advanced platform intelligence. Arbinet specializes in call routing and possesses industry-leading capabilities in credit management and settlement. Its customer base includes a diverse range of entities, such as fixed line, mobile, wholesale, and VoIP carriers, along with calling card services, internet service providers, and content providers. By facilitating the buying and selling of voice and IP telecommunications capacity and content, Arbinet enables its clients to reduce service costs, enhance route quality, and expand their market reach without the need for significant network infrastructure investments.