Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells solid-oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation. Its primary product, the Bloom Energy Server, converts natural gas, biogas, or hydrogen into electricity through an electrochemical process, allowing for clean and reliable power generation without combustion. The company serves various industries, including banking, technology, healthcare, and utilities, and operates mainly in the United States, Japan, China, India, and South Korea. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Bloom Energy aims to change the way energy is generated and consumed by leveraging innovative fuel cell technology derived from advanced materials science. This technology not only enhances electrical reliability and energy security but also reduces electricity costs and greenhouse gas emissions, providing a sustainable path to energy independence. Additionally, in 2021, the company announced plans to enter the electrolyzer market, further expanding its capabilities in the energy sector.
Impinj is a provider of RAIN RFID solutions that deliver Item Intelligence to retail, pharmaceutical, healthcare, food and beverage, and many other industries. We enable the Internet of Things to identify, locate and authenticate billions of items, and our Item Intelligence platform comprises the most comprehensive and widely adopted RAIN RFID product portfolio in the world. For more information about Impinj, visit www.impinj.com.
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells solid-oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation. Its primary product, the Bloom Energy Server, converts natural gas, biogas, or hydrogen into electricity through an electrochemical process, allowing for clean and reliable power generation without combustion. The company serves various industries, including banking, technology, healthcare, and utilities, and operates mainly in the United States, Japan, China, India, and South Korea. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Bloom Energy aims to change the way energy is generated and consumed by leveraging innovative fuel cell technology derived from advanced materials science. This technology not only enhances electrical reliability and energy security but also reduces electricity costs and greenhouse gas emissions, providing a sustainable path to energy independence. Additionally, in 2021, the company announced plans to enter the electrolyzer market, further expanding its capabilities in the energy sector.
ReaMetrix, Inc. provides research and development, GMP-level assay development, validation, and testing services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic industries in the United States, India, and Japan. It offers labeled reagents and reagent kits for cell biology platforms; and custom content labeled to the customers' specifications. The company also provides custom labeling and conjugation services to end users. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in San Carlos, California with an additional office in Bangalore, India.
Technorati, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco that develops tools and services to enhance programmatic revenues for publishers. Founded in 2002, the company operates an advertising platform that leverages technology and real-time market insights to optimize digital advertising interactions across a network of publishers. Among its offerings is Contango, a technology platform designed to assist publishers in aggregating and managing demand partnerships in real time. Originally known for its search engine for blogs, Technorati also provided services for monitoring web logs and internet conversations. As of February 2016, Technorati operates as a subsidiary of Synacor, Inc.
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enhancing workplace productivity through its Social Workplace platform, which integrates communication, processes, and information into a single experience. Additionally, Sitrion offers the Sitrion ONE employee app, which extends work-related functionalities to mobile devices, enabling users to access and engage with their business ecosystems, including services from Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. With a focus on improving employee engagement and empowerment, Sitrion serves a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as Airbus, Fujitsu, and HealthSouth. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., with over 6 million users benefiting from its innovative solutions.
Technorati, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco that develops tools and services to enhance programmatic revenues for publishers. Founded in 2002, the company operates an advertising platform that leverages technology and real-time market insights to optimize digital advertising interactions across a network of publishers. Among its offerings is Contango, a technology platform designed to assist publishers in aggregating and managing demand partnerships in real time. Originally known for its search engine for blogs, Technorati also provided services for monitoring web logs and internet conversations. As of February 2016, Technorati operates as a subsidiary of Synacor, Inc.
Rally Software was a provider of on-demand life-cycle management solutions, catering to a diverse range of industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and engineering. The company offered a variety of tools for program, project, requirements, test, defect, and product management, as well as support and community management. These solutions enabled organizations to streamline their development processes, enhance product quality, and foster collaboration among teams and departments. Rally Software was acquired by CA Technologies in July 2015.
deCarta, Inc. is a provider of advanced geospatial software platforms specializing in location-based services. The company offers a range of technologies for online mapping, routing, navigation, geocoding, local searching, and geo-data integration. Its product suite includes a geospatial platform, a local search engine, client application programming interfaces, and turn-by-turn navigation solutions, which can be deployed as licensed software or through a hosted Platform-as-a-Service model. deCarta serves various markets including mobile, internet, enterprise fleet management, and automotive sectors, leveraging a network of distributors across multiple regions, including Europe, North America, Africa, South America, and Asia. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in San Jose, California, deCarta also has offices in Germany, China, Brazil, and South Africa, along with cloud-based service centers globally. The company operates as a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc. after its acquisition in 2015.
Ecast is the leader in place-based interactive media. Their hospitality network delivers digital music, games, entertainment, information and interactive advertising to more than 10,000 bars and nightclubs across the United States. Leveraging the personal impact of touch combined with the interactivity and targeting of the Internet, Ecast brings unsurpassed consumer engagement to out-of-home markets and is redefining the way consumers are entertained, informed and engaged.
SkyPilot Networks is a prominent provider of broadband wireless equipment designed for service providers, municipalities, and public safety agencies to efficiently deploy various network services. These services include last-mile Internet access, voice over IP, Wi-Fi hotspots, and video surveillance. The company's innovative solution employs a patented multi-hop point-to-multipoint architecture that enhances reach, reduces interference, and optimizes spectral efficiency. This technology results in a scalable, reliable, and deterministic broadband wireless network that simplifies design, increases deployment flexibility, and lowers both equipment and operational costs. SkyPilot's products include the SkyPilot Connector Mini and Pro, which offer cost-effective customer premises equipment for long-range connectivity, and the SkyPilot EMS, an element management system that aids in the deployment and management of wireless mesh networks. With a proven track record, SkyPilot has delivered its systems to customers in over 50 countries and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
VipVenta, S.L. is a Madrid-based company that specializes in providing an e-commerce platform for fashion and luxury products. Founded in 2006, VipVenta caters to a diverse clientele by offering a range of apparel and accessories for men, women, and children. The company's focus on the fashion and luxury segments positions it as a notable retailer in the competitive online marketplace.
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enhancing workplace productivity through its Social Workplace platform, which integrates communication, processes, and information into a single experience. Additionally, Sitrion offers the Sitrion ONE employee app, which extends work-related functionalities to mobile devices, enabling users to access and engage with their business ecosystems, including services from Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. With a focus on improving employee engagement and empowerment, Sitrion serves a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as Airbus, Fujitsu, and HealthSouth. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., with over 6 million users benefiting from its innovative solutions.
deCarta, Inc. is a provider of advanced geospatial software platforms specializing in location-based services. The company offers a range of technologies for online mapping, routing, navigation, geocoding, local searching, and geo-data integration. Its product suite includes a geospatial platform, a local search engine, client application programming interfaces, and turn-by-turn navigation solutions, which can be deployed as licensed software or through a hosted Platform-as-a-Service model. deCarta serves various markets including mobile, internet, enterprise fleet management, and automotive sectors, leveraging a network of distributors across multiple regions, including Europe, North America, Africa, South America, and Asia. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in San Jose, California, deCarta also has offices in Germany, China, Brazil, and South Africa, along with cloud-based service centers globally. The company operates as a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc. after its acquisition in 2015.
Technorati, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco that develops tools and services to enhance programmatic revenues for publishers. Founded in 2002, the company operates an advertising platform that leverages technology and real-time market insights to optimize digital advertising interactions across a network of publishers. Among its offerings is Contango, a technology platform designed to assist publishers in aggregating and managing demand partnerships in real time. Originally known for its search engine for blogs, Technorati also provided services for monitoring web logs and internet conversations. As of February 2016, Technorati operates as a subsidiary of Synacor, Inc.
Bioapter
Venture Round in 2007
Bioapter manufactures and markets diagnostic biosensors for the healthcare industry. The company is headquartered in Las Rozas, Spain.
Blaze DFM
Series B in 2007
Blaze DFM, Inc. develops and delivers electrical DFM solutions for integrated device manufacturers, fabless semiconductor companies, and silicon foundries. The company offers BLAZE MO software that performs leakage power optimization on chips; and BLAZE IF software, which meets foundry CMP requirements for density and smoothness. Blaze DFM, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. As of February 23, 2009, Blaze DFM, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Tela Innovations, Inc.
Impinj is a provider of RAIN RFID solutions that deliver Item Intelligence to retail, pharmaceutical, healthcare, food and beverage, and many other industries. We enable the Internet of Things to identify, locate and authenticate billions of items, and our Item Intelligence platform comprises the most comprehensive and widely adopted RAIN RFID product portfolio in the world. For more information about Impinj, visit www.impinj.com.
Akustica, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, develops and commercializes complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) microphones. It provides single-chip digital and analog microphones that are used in notebook personal computers, mobile phones, Internet telephone systems, headsets, speakers, cameras, and inertial and radio frequency devices for hearing, speaking, and sensing applications. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As of September 30, 2009, Akustica, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch North America, Inc.
Newmerix Corporation specializes in application lifecycle management solutions tailored for organizations utilizing SAP, Oracle EBS, and PeopleSoft enterprise applications. The company provides software products designed to enhance efficiency in testing, change management, and lifecycle control. Its offerings include Automate!Test, which helps organizations reduce testing costs; Automate!Change, which facilitates consistent and business-focused change management, configuration management, and release management; and Automate!Control, which serves as a centralized command center for lifecycle management and auditing. Newmerix caters to a diverse range of sectors, including consulting, banking, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications, and energy, among others. Founded in 2002 and originally headquartered in Superior, Colorado, Newmerix operates as a subsidiary of Beacon Application Services Corporation since 2009.
Accelergy Corporation specializes in the production of low carbon synthetic distillate liquids and transportation fuels, catering to energy and specialty product markets on a global scale. Founded in 2003 and based in Houston, Texas, the company utilizes its proprietary Hydroconversion to X (HDX) technologies to convert natural gas, biomass, and coal into clean products, including solvents, lubricants, performance fluids, and fuels. By leveraging domestic, carbon-based resources, Accelergy offers cost-competitive alternatives that significantly reduce carbon footprints compared to traditional petroleum products. The company's innovative approach eliminates the need for costly infrastructure often associated with other synthetic fuel technologies. In addition to its core production capabilities, Accelergy has established a strategic alliance with Owensboro Grain LLC, enhancing its position in the market.
Danger was a technology company that specialized in providing software and hardware solutions, particularly known for powering T-Mobile's Sidekick phone. This device was geared towards younger users and was notable for its robust messaging capabilities, handling over 4,000 messages and 400 pageviews per user each month at its peak. In 2008, Microsoft acquired Danger, but the company faced significant challenges, including a major server issue in 2009 that resulted in data loss for users. By May 2011, the cloud data service for Danger-powered Sidekick devices was discontinued, marking the end of an era for the product. Throughout its operations, Danger offered integrated solutions that enabled mobile operators to deliver data and internet services effectively to their subscribers.
Clarus Systems, Inc. provides integrated voice service management, testing and monitoring solutions for IP Communication and Contact Center deployments, upgrades and transformations.
Ecast is the leader in place-based interactive media. Their hospitality network delivers digital music, games, entertainment, information and interactive advertising to more than 10,000 bars and nightclubs across the United States. Leveraging the personal impact of touch combined with the interactivity and targeting of the Internet, Ecast brings unsurpassed consumer engagement to out-of-home markets and is redefining the way consumers are entertained, informed and engaged.
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells solid-oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation. Its primary product, the Bloom Energy Server, converts natural gas, biogas, or hydrogen into electricity through an electrochemical process, allowing for clean and reliable power generation without combustion. The company serves various industries, including banking, technology, healthcare, and utilities, and operates mainly in the United States, Japan, China, India, and South Korea. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Bloom Energy aims to change the way energy is generated and consumed by leveraging innovative fuel cell technology derived from advanced materials science. This technology not only enhances electrical reliability and energy security but also reduces electricity costs and greenhouse gas emissions, providing a sustainable path to energy independence. Additionally, in 2021, the company announced plans to enter the electrolyzer market, further expanding its capabilities in the energy sector.
Planitax, Inc. provides corporate tax software and services to enable corporate tax departments to manage the data. The company offers Data Collector, which automates the error prone and time consuming task of tax package data collection; Tax Positions that manages FIN 48 related tax positions; Provision Manager, which enable companies to manage and control tax information and documentation to calculate the tax provision; Workflow Manager to automates repeatable tax processes; and R&D Tax Credit Manager that is designed for companies to file federal and state R&D tax credits, as well as to automate survey distribution, monitors survey responses, and calculates federal and state credits. It also provides Audit Manager, which tracks audit information and provides rapid access to supporting documentation; Tax Operations and File Manager, a document storage and tracking solution for corporate tax, project management, and tax calendaring; and Global Entity Manager that tracks entity attributes, including governance information, mergers and acquisition activity, tax jurisdictions, registered agents, transfer pricing agreements, and inter-company transactions. Planitax, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is based in Alameda, California.
SkyPilot Networks is a prominent provider of broadband wireless equipment designed for service providers, municipalities, and public safety agencies to efficiently deploy various network services. These services include last-mile Internet access, voice over IP, Wi-Fi hotspots, and video surveillance. The company's innovative solution employs a patented multi-hop point-to-multipoint architecture that enhances reach, reduces interference, and optimizes spectral efficiency. This technology results in a scalable, reliable, and deterministic broadband wireless network that simplifies design, increases deployment flexibility, and lowers both equipment and operational costs. SkyPilot's products include the SkyPilot Connector Mini and Pro, which offer cost-effective customer premises equipment for long-range connectivity, and the SkyPilot EMS, an element management system that aids in the deployment and management of wireless mesh networks. With a proven track record, SkyPilot has delivered its systems to customers in over 50 countries and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Rally Software was a provider of on-demand life-cycle management solutions, catering to a diverse range of industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and engineering. The company offered a variety of tools for program, project, requirements, test, defect, and product management, as well as support and community management. These solutions enabled organizations to streamline their development processes, enhance product quality, and foster collaboration among teams and departments. Rally Software was acquired by CA Technologies in July 2015.
Mobile Security Software
Series A in 2006
Personal and business information is more mobile than ever, and so are the threats. Thankfully, mobile security software can protect mobile device from an invasion from portable predators, including viruses, trojans, and worms.
Technorati, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco that develops tools and services to enhance programmatic revenues for publishers. Founded in 2002, the company operates an advertising platform that leverages technology and real-time market insights to optimize digital advertising interactions across a network of publishers. Among its offerings is Contango, a technology platform designed to assist publishers in aggregating and managing demand partnerships in real time. Originally known for its search engine for blogs, Technorati also provided services for monitoring web logs and internet conversations. As of February 2016, Technorati operates as a subsidiary of Synacor, Inc.
Concuity is a prominent provider of revenue cycle management software and services, focusing on contract profitability, compliance, denial management, and overall revenue process improvement for healthcare organizations. The company offers a fully web-based and scalable solution that enables these organizations to gain visibility and control over their revenue management processes. By facilitating the creation and negotiation of fair contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and assisting in the identification and recovery of underpaid and denied accounts, Concuity enhances the efficiency of revenue management. Their solutions are customized to incorporate unique business rules and payer terms, allowing clients to better manage their revenue throughout its lifecycle.
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enhancing workplace productivity through its Social Workplace platform, which integrates communication, processes, and information into a single experience. Additionally, Sitrion offers the Sitrion ONE employee app, which extends work-related functionalities to mobile devices, enabling users to access and engage with their business ecosystems, including services from Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. With a focus on improving employee engagement and empowerment, Sitrion serves a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as Airbus, Fujitsu, and HealthSouth. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., with over 6 million users benefiting from its innovative solutions.
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.
Newmerix Corporation specializes in application lifecycle management solutions tailored for organizations utilizing SAP, Oracle EBS, and PeopleSoft enterprise applications. The company provides software products designed to enhance efficiency in testing, change management, and lifecycle control. Its offerings include Automate!Test, which helps organizations reduce testing costs; Automate!Change, which facilitates consistent and business-focused change management, configuration management, and release management; and Automate!Control, which serves as a centralized command center for lifecycle management and auditing. Newmerix caters to a diverse range of sectors, including consulting, banking, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications, and energy, among others. Founded in 2002 and originally headquartered in Superior, Colorado, Newmerix operates as a subsidiary of Beacon Application Services Corporation since 2009.
Sling Media is a technology company that provides multi-screen smart TV solutions for consumers and television operators. It is committed to developing products and solutions that allow people to watch their home TV, including the content they already pay for, anywhere in the world, on any connected device. Sling Media has the ability to turn any Internet connected PC, Mac, phone, or tablet into a home television. The first [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage) was released in 2005, and in 2007, Sling Media won a Technical Emmy Award for the [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage). SlingPlayer, another product of Sling Media, was introduced for Android, iPad, and Windows smartphones in 2010. Sling Media was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Foster City, C.A.
Impinj is a provider of RAIN RFID solutions that deliver Item Intelligence to retail, pharmaceutical, healthcare, food and beverage, and many other industries. We enable the Internet of Things to identify, locate and authenticate billions of items, and our Item Intelligence platform comprises the most comprehensive and widely adopted RAIN RFID product portfolio in the world. For more information about Impinj, visit www.impinj.com.
Visage Mobile, Inc. specializes in enterprise mobility management solutions, focusing on reducing communication costs for businesses. Its primary offerings include MobilityCentral, a cloud-based platform that consolidates wireless expense management, normalizes carrier data, and provides actionable metrics and optimization recommendations. This platform helps organizations track and manage wireless telecom assets, anticipate upgrade dates, identify unused lines of service, and generate cost-center reports. Additionally, Visage Mobile provides personalized analyses through VisagePulse, international travel alert solutions, and various services such as wireless account optimization, device recycling, and helpdesk support. Founded in 2001 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Visage Mobile combines proprietary software with expert analysis to manage and optimize wireless and wireline services for enterprises.
Perfect Commerce provides a SaaS spend management solutions and the open supplier network. The company's solutions include PerfectSource, which creates value from effective supply management; PerfectProcure, which establishes control of the procure-to-pay process; and PerfectShop, which enhances visibility of company-approved goods and services. Perfect Commerce solutions specialize in procurement operations by identifying organizational needs and requirements, as well as capturing and analyzing empirical spend and marketplace data to develop a suite of business solutions tailored to each organization's operating environment. In addition, the company's solutions include Open Supplier Network, a hosted service that connects buyers and suppliers to facilitate B2B transactions; and Commerce One Procurement tool, a behind-the-firewall solution that manages and controls the procurement and purchasing process. It serves chemicals, retail, energy, financial services, health/medical, hospitality, food products, education, manufacturing, technology, and transportation industries.
Judy's Book is a search service for finding local and online coupons, sales and deals. It's kind of like that wad of coupons your grandma carries around with her but way bigger and more resourceful and you can add reviews. In 2004, [Seth Godin](http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2004/09/judysbook.html) called it "Craig's List meets Zagats meets Orkut." Judy's Book allows small businesses to submit their deal info, which the site publishes in a highly searchable way. Users can track item categories or specific local and online stores. Any online or local store can build a Judy's Book profile that users can review and rate. Users can post any deals, coupons or sales they want. They can also "enhance" previous postings with more detailed info, extra reviews or more defining tags. Everything users do is tracked on their MyDeals profile page. Judy's Book was founded in early 2004. Competitors include [Yelp](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/yelp), [insiderpages](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/insiderpages), [Craigslist](http://www.techcrunch.com/tag/craigslist) and [Citysearch](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/Citysearch). The company was [deadpooled](http://www.techcrunch.com/2007/10/23/judys-book-to-shut-down-yelp-is-the-last-of-the-local-review-sites-still-standing/) in October 2007. In October 2008 Judy's book [relaunched with new owners](http://www.techcrunch.com/2008/10/27/judys-book-under-new-management-back-from-the-dead/).
Bokee.com, originally known as blogchina.com, is an online platform established in August 2002 by Fang Xingdong, an IT analyst. It serves as a neutral and user-friendly space for individuals to share information through various forms of media, including blogs, photos, videos, and podcasts. As a second-generation knowledge portal, Bokee has evolved beyond traditional text-based blogging to incorporate a diverse range of content formats, such as mobile and picture blogs. The platform aims to provide personalized web services that facilitate knowledge sharing and enhance user engagement. Bokee's growing popularity is reflected in its ranking among the top 500 websites in 2004, and it reached the top 100 for the first time in May 2005.
Univa is the innovator of workload management solutions that optimize throughput and performance of applications, containers and services. Univa manages workloads automatically by maximizing shared resources and enabling enterprises to scale compute resources across on-premise, hybrid and cloud infrastructures. Univa's solutions help hundreds of companies to manage thousands of applications and run billions of tasks every day to obtain actionable insights and achieve faster time-to-results. Univa is headquartered in Chicago, USA, with offices in Canada and Germany.
ePartners has been assisting businesses in North America since 1992 by providing comprehensive Microsoft-based software solutions. The company specializes in implementing, developing, and managing systems for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Professional Services Automation (PSA), Business Analytics, and eBusiness Integration. By focusing on understanding the specific needs of each business, ePartners delivers tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and align IT strategies with business objectives. This approach ensures that employees at all levels of an organization receive the necessary tools to make informed decisions and drive performance improvements.
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.
Sling Media is a technology company that provides multi-screen smart TV solutions for consumers and television operators. It is committed to developing products and solutions that allow people to watch their home TV, including the content they already pay for, anywhere in the world, on any connected device. Sling Media has the ability to turn any Internet connected PC, Mac, phone, or tablet into a home television. The first [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage) was released in 2005, and in 2007, Sling Media won a Technical Emmy Award for the [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage). SlingPlayer, another product of Sling Media, was introduced for Android, iPad, and Windows smartphones in 2010. Sling Media was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Foster City, C.A.
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.
Planitax, Inc. provides corporate tax software and services to enable corporate tax departments to manage the data. The company offers Data Collector, which automates the error prone and time consuming task of tax package data collection; Tax Positions that manages FIN 48 related tax positions; Provision Manager, which enable companies to manage and control tax information and documentation to calculate the tax provision; Workflow Manager to automates repeatable tax processes; and R&D Tax Credit Manager that is designed for companies to file federal and state R&D tax credits, as well as to automate survey distribution, monitors survey responses, and calculates federal and state credits. It also provides Audit Manager, which tracks audit information and provides rapid access to supporting documentation; Tax Operations and File Manager, a document storage and tracking solution for corporate tax, project management, and tax calendaring; and Global Entity Manager that tracks entity attributes, including governance information, mergers and acquisition activity, tax jurisdictions, registered agents, transfer pricing agreements, and inter-company transactions. Planitax, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is based in Alameda, California.
Oxlo Systems Inc. based in Broomfield, Colorado, is an integration leader in Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions that provides real-time, bi-directional integration. interoperability certification and integrated information solutions to forward thinking businesses across multiple industries.
Sendia is engaged in the development and marketing of wireless enterprise solutions that extend existing enterprise applications to wireless handheld devices. The company’s mobile application server and device-side client technology enables rapid development and deployment of secure wireless applications that fully integrate with an organization's enterprise applications. In addition, it offers a variety of multiday product planning, deployment, and training services as well as provides troubleshooting information and problem resolution services. Sendia was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.
SkyPilot Networks is a prominent provider of broadband wireless equipment designed for service providers, municipalities, and public safety agencies to efficiently deploy various network services. These services include last-mile Internet access, voice over IP, Wi-Fi hotspots, and video surveillance. The company's innovative solution employs a patented multi-hop point-to-multipoint architecture that enhances reach, reduces interference, and optimizes spectral efficiency. This technology results in a scalable, reliable, and deterministic broadband wireless network that simplifies design, increases deployment flexibility, and lowers both equipment and operational costs. SkyPilot's products include the SkyPilot Connector Mini and Pro, which offer cost-effective customer premises equipment for long-range connectivity, and the SkyPilot EMS, an element management system that aids in the deployment and management of wireless mesh networks. With a proven track record, SkyPilot has delivered its systems to customers in over 50 countries and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Klocwork helps developers create more secure and reliable software. Its tools analyze source code on-the-fly, simplify peer code reviews and extend the life of complex software. Over 1000 customers, including the biggest brands in the mobile device, consumer electronics, medical technologies, telecom, automotive, military and aerospace sectors, have made Klocwork part of their software development process. Tens of thousands of software developers, architects and development managers rely on its tools everyday to improve their productivity while creating better software.
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enhancing workplace productivity through its Social Workplace platform, which integrates communication, processes, and information into a single experience. Additionally, Sitrion offers the Sitrion ONE employee app, which extends work-related functionalities to mobile devices, enabling users to access and engage with their business ecosystems, including services from Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. With a focus on improving employee engagement and empowerment, Sitrion serves a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as Airbus, Fujitsu, and HealthSouth. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., with over 6 million users benefiting from its innovative solutions.
Akustica, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, develops and commercializes complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) microphones. It provides single-chip digital and analog microphones that are used in notebook personal computers, mobile phones, Internet telephone systems, headsets, speakers, cameras, and inertial and radio frequency devices for hearing, speaking, and sensing applications. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As of September 30, 2009, Akustica, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch North America, Inc.
Loyalty Lab, Inc. specializes in customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, offering a comprehensive CRM suite designed as a software-as-a-service. This web-based platform caters primarily to online travel retailers and service companies, enabling them to manage loyalty programs, email messaging, promotions, incentives, and campaign management efficiently. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Loyalty Lab was previously known as InStorecard, Inc. The company's services aim to enhance customer engagement and loyalty through integrated marketing solutions.
deCarta, Inc. is a provider of advanced geospatial software platforms specializing in location-based services. The company offers a range of technologies for online mapping, routing, navigation, geocoding, local searching, and geo-data integration. Its product suite includes a geospatial platform, a local search engine, client application programming interfaces, and turn-by-turn navigation solutions, which can be deployed as licensed software or through a hosted Platform-as-a-Service model. deCarta serves various markets including mobile, internet, enterprise fleet management, and automotive sectors, leveraging a network of distributors across multiple regions, including Europe, North America, Africa, South America, and Asia. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in San Jose, California, deCarta also has offices in Germany, China, Brazil, and South Africa, along with cloud-based service centers globally. The company operates as a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc. after its acquisition in 2015.
Telcontar is a worldwide provider of total location-based solutions for in-vehicle, Internet and wireless platforms. Using the Telcontar premier spatial software platform, our patented automated user notification technology and carefully chosen industry partners, Telcontar can help its customers provide complete, real-time, highly scalable solutions for navigation, mobile safety, security and convenience. Our customers include Yahoo!, Rand McNally, ATX technologies, Criticom International, Satronics and Hutchison 3G.
MessageCast, acquired by Microsoft in 2005, is a pioneer in creating broadcast messaging systems using real-time networks and RSS content feeds. MessageCast's technology notifies customers about information services, blog and podcast updates, product information, and updates.
ReaMetrix, Inc. provides research and development, GMP-level assay development, validation, and testing services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic industries in the United States, India, and Japan. It offers labeled reagents and reagent kits for cell biology platforms; and custom content labeled to the customers' specifications. The company also provides custom labeling and conjugation services to end users. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in San Carlos, California with an additional office in Bangalore, India.
Visage Mobile, Inc. specializes in enterprise mobility management solutions, focusing on reducing communication costs for businesses. Its primary offerings include MobilityCentral, a cloud-based platform that consolidates wireless expense management, normalizes carrier data, and provides actionable metrics and optimization recommendations. This platform helps organizations track and manage wireless telecom assets, anticipate upgrade dates, identify unused lines of service, and generate cost-center reports. Additionally, Visage Mobile provides personalized analyses through VisagePulse, international travel alert solutions, and various services such as wireless account optimization, device recycling, and helpdesk support. Founded in 2001 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Visage Mobile combines proprietary software with expert analysis to manage and optimize wireless and wireline services for enterprises.
Reactrix Inc. is a technology-driven media company that specializes in digital out-of-home advertising solutions across the United States, operating in venues such as malls, hotels, and theaters. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Ramsey, New Jersey, Reactrix offers innovative platforms like the STEPscape media network, which allows consumers to interact with advertisements, and WAVEscape, a gesture-based technology that enhances engagement with ads. The company also provides the Reactrix Media Center, a digital signage management product that enables secure operation of out-of-home media networks by third parties. Reactrix's clientele includes a range of Fortune 500 brands, and the company has formed a strategic partnership with National CineMedia, expanding its reach into major theater chains. Through its proprietary technology, Reactrix aims to create immersive advertising experiences that empower consumers while delivering effective marketing solutions for advertisers.
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enhancing workplace productivity through its Social Workplace platform, which integrates communication, processes, and information into a single experience. Additionally, Sitrion offers the Sitrion ONE employee app, which extends work-related functionalities to mobile devices, enabling users to access and engage with their business ecosystems, including services from Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. With a focus on improving employee engagement and empowerment, Sitrion serves a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as Airbus, Fujitsu, and HealthSouth. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., with over 6 million users benefiting from its innovative solutions.
PocketThis was founded in 1999 and has more than 35 employees. They're based in the Silicon Valley in northern California and have European offices in London, Paris and Sweden. PocketThis delivers packaged software that allows mobile operators to rapidly partner with content and service providers, create new and useful services, and generate increased mobile data services revenue.
Aperio is the leading provider of digital pathology solutions in hospitals, reference labs, and pharmaceutical and research institutions across the world. Today, our affordable and complete product portfolio improves patient care by enhancing quality assurance, delivering more efficient workflows, facilitating access to new and more targeted therapies, and improving pathologists' skills via lifelong education. Our comprehensive product line features our ScanScope® scanners, Spectrum™ image management (PACS) software, SecondSlide® slide sharing service for pathology, and image analysis tools and services. Aperio's products are FDA cleared for specific clinical applications, and are intended for research and education use for other applications.
Sling Media is a technology company that provides multi-screen smart TV solutions for consumers and television operators. It is committed to developing products and solutions that allow people to watch their home TV, including the content they already pay for, anywhere in the world, on any connected device. Sling Media has the ability to turn any Internet connected PC, Mac, phone, or tablet into a home television. The first [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage) was released in 2005, and in 2007, Sling Media won a Technical Emmy Award for the [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage). SlingPlayer, another product of Sling Media, was introduced for Android, iPad, and Windows smartphones in 2010. Sling Media was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Foster City, C.A.
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.
Concuity is a prominent provider of revenue cycle management software and services, focusing on contract profitability, compliance, denial management, and overall revenue process improvement for healthcare organizations. The company offers a fully web-based and scalable solution that enables these organizations to gain visibility and control over their revenue management processes. By facilitating the creation and negotiation of fair contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and assisting in the identification and recovery of underpaid and denied accounts, Concuity enhances the efficiency of revenue management. Their solutions are customized to incorporate unique business rules and payer terms, allowing clients to better manage their revenue throughout its lifecycle.
Perpetual Limited is a Sydney-based investment manager founded in 1886, offering a comprehensive range of financial services in Australia. The firm specializes in funds management, portfolio management, financial planning, and trustee services, along with compliance and executor services. Perpetual's investment capabilities span various asset classes, including Australian and global equities, fixed interest, and property. The company also caters to high net worth individuals, providing fiduciary services such as trust advice, custodial solutions, and estate planning. Furthermore, it supports corporate clients with trustee services for securitization programs, mortgage processing, regulatory compliance, and accounting services for property and mortgage funds. With additional offices in major Australian cities, Perpetual is committed to delivering expert financial solutions while valuing integrity and teamwork in its operations.
Newmerix Corporation specializes in application lifecycle management solutions tailored for organizations utilizing SAP, Oracle EBS, and PeopleSoft enterprise applications. The company provides software products designed to enhance efficiency in testing, change management, and lifecycle control. Its offerings include Automate!Test, which helps organizations reduce testing costs; Automate!Change, which facilitates consistent and business-focused change management, configuration management, and release management; and Automate!Control, which serves as a centralized command center for lifecycle management and auditing. Newmerix caters to a diverse range of sectors, including consulting, banking, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications, and energy, among others. Founded in 2002 and originally headquartered in Superior, Colorado, Newmerix operates as a subsidiary of Beacon Application Services Corporation since 2009.
Impinj is a provider of RAIN RFID solutions that deliver Item Intelligence to retail, pharmaceutical, healthcare, food and beverage, and many other industries. We enable the Internet of Things to identify, locate and authenticate billions of items, and our Item Intelligence platform comprises the most comprehensive and widely adopted RAIN RFID product portfolio in the world. For more information about Impinj, visit www.impinj.com.
Danger was a technology company that specialized in providing software and hardware solutions, particularly known for powering T-Mobile's Sidekick phone. This device was geared towards younger users and was notable for its robust messaging capabilities, handling over 4,000 messages and 400 pageviews per user each month at its peak. In 2008, Microsoft acquired Danger, but the company faced significant challenges, including a major server issue in 2009 that resulted in data loss for users. By May 2011, the cloud data service for Danger-powered Sidekick devices was discontinued, marking the end of an era for the product. Throughout its operations, Danger offered integrated solutions that enabled mobile operators to deliver data and internet services effectively to their subscribers.
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enhancing workplace productivity through its Social Workplace platform, which integrates communication, processes, and information into a single experience. Additionally, Sitrion offers the Sitrion ONE employee app, which extends work-related functionalities to mobile devices, enabling users to access and engage with their business ecosystems, including services from Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. With a focus on improving employee engagement and empowerment, Sitrion serves a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as Airbus, Fujitsu, and HealthSouth. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., with over 6 million users benefiting from its innovative solutions.
Loyalty Lab, Inc. specializes in customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, offering a comprehensive CRM suite designed as a software-as-a-service. This web-based platform caters primarily to online travel retailers and service companies, enabling them to manage loyalty programs, email messaging, promotions, incentives, and campaign management efficiently. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Loyalty Lab was previously known as InStorecard, Inc. The company's services aim to enhance customer engagement and loyalty through integrated marketing solutions.
Oxlo Systems Inc. based in Broomfield, Colorado, is an integration leader in Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions that provides real-time, bi-directional integration. interoperability certification and integrated information solutions to forward thinking businesses across multiple industries.
MicroDisplay Corporation was founded in 1995 as a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Based in San Pablo, CA (just north of Berkeley in the San Francisco Bay Area), MicroDisplay Corporation is a privately-held, integrated design manufacturer of semiconductor display products in the consumer electronics space. MicroDisplay Corporation is a leader in Liquid Crystal on Silicon (LCOS) technology, and has designed twenty two LCOS microdisplays, seven microdisplay controllers and numerous Liquid Crystal (LC) modes allowing it to be the only in the world with commercialized single-panel LCOS microdisplay technology. MicroDisplay Corporation holds a wide-range of intellectual property in the both the design and manufacture of LCOS microdisplays and controllers, and is staffed by a team of dedicated professionals committed to bringing high-performance, low-cost single-panel LCOS technology to the consumer market in the form next generation consumer-priced rear-projection High Definition digital televisions.
Akustica, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, develops and commercializes complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) microphones. It provides single-chip digital and analog microphones that are used in notebook personal computers, mobile phones, Internet telephone systems, headsets, speakers, cameras, and inertial and radio frequency devices for hearing, speaking, and sensing applications. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As of September 30, 2009, Akustica, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Robert Bosch North America, Inc.
Telcontar is a worldwide provider of total location-based solutions for in-vehicle, Internet and wireless platforms. Using the Telcontar premier spatial software platform, our patented automated user notification technology and carefully chosen industry partners, Telcontar can help its customers provide complete, real-time, highly scalable solutions for navigation, mobile safety, security and convenience. Our customers include Yahoo!, Rand McNally, ATX technologies, Criticom International, Satronics and Hutchison 3G.
Accelergy Corporation specializes in the production of low carbon synthetic distillate liquids and transportation fuels, catering to energy and specialty product markets on a global scale. Founded in 2003 and based in Houston, Texas, the company utilizes its proprietary Hydroconversion to X (HDX) technologies to convert natural gas, biomass, and coal into clean products, including solvents, lubricants, performance fluids, and fuels. By leveraging domestic, carbon-based resources, Accelergy offers cost-competitive alternatives that significantly reduce carbon footprints compared to traditional petroleum products. The company's innovative approach eliminates the need for costly infrastructure often associated with other synthetic fuel technologies. In addition to its core production capabilities, Accelergy has established a strategic alliance with Owensboro Grain LLC, enhancing its position in the market.
StartSampling operates as an online promotional marketing services company. It provides interactive promotional marketing, logistics and fulfillment, product sampling, market research, related media, and sample showcase services. The company’s online sampling services and technology solutions include branded microsite development, campaign consultation and management, real-time campaign and media measurement, fulfillment and distribution of product samples, and campaign analytics and research. It primarily serves the consumer packaged goods marketers and their retailer customers in the design, execution, and fulfillment of online sampling promotion projects in the United States. StartSampling was founded in 1998 and is based in Carol Stream, Illinois.
Clarus Systems, Inc. provides integrated voice service management, testing and monitoring solutions for IP Communication and Contact Center deployments, upgrades and transformations.
Sendia is engaged in the development and marketing of wireless enterprise solutions that extend existing enterprise applications to wireless handheld devices. The company’s mobile application server and device-side client technology enables rapid development and deployment of secure wireless applications that fully integrate with an organization's enterprise applications. In addition, it offers a variety of multiday product planning, deployment, and training services as well as provides troubleshooting information and problem resolution services. Sendia was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.
CastBridge, Inc. develops software for enterprise data sharing.
Perpetual Limited is a Sydney-based investment manager founded in 1886, offering a comprehensive range of financial services in Australia. The firm specializes in funds management, portfolio management, financial planning, and trustee services, along with compliance and executor services. Perpetual's investment capabilities span various asset classes, including Australian and global equities, fixed interest, and property. The company also caters to high net worth individuals, providing fiduciary services such as trust advice, custodial solutions, and estate planning. Furthermore, it supports corporate clients with trustee services for securitization programs, mortgage processing, regulatory compliance, and accounting services for property and mortgage funds. With additional offices in major Australian cities, Perpetual is committed to delivering expert financial solutions while valuing integrity and teamwork in its operations.
Xythos Software specializes in secure document management and collaboration solutions tailored for academic, commercial, and government organizations. Founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a suite of products, including the WebFile Server, which facilitates the management of unstructured content and files, and the Enterprise Document Manager, designed for document management and collaboration. Xythos also offers the Digital Locker for K-12 institutions and higher education, allowing users to store, publish, and collaborate on research content. Additionally, the company provides Drive, which transforms Windows desktop applications into a WebDAV-powered collaboration tool, and Developer Studio, enabling customization of content management installations. The Filer application allows users to upload documents into enterprise systems while attaching relevant metadata and classification information. Overall, Xythos Software enables organizations to effectively manage and share information securely throughout its lifecycle.
Rally Software was a provider of on-demand life-cycle management solutions, catering to a diverse range of industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and engineering. The company offered a variety of tools for program, project, requirements, test, defect, and product management, as well as support and community management. These solutions enabled organizations to streamline their development processes, enhance product quality, and foster collaboration among teams and departments. Rally Software was acquired by CA Technologies in July 2015.
Atreus delivers provisioning solutions for a variety of advanced IP services for both the business and consumer markets.
Newmerix Corporation specializes in application lifecycle management solutions tailored for organizations utilizing SAP, Oracle EBS, and PeopleSoft enterprise applications. The company provides software products designed to enhance efficiency in testing, change management, and lifecycle control. Its offerings include Automate!Test, which helps organizations reduce testing costs; Automate!Change, which facilitates consistent and business-focused change management, configuration management, and release management; and Automate!Control, which serves as a centralized command center for lifecycle management and auditing. Newmerix caters to a diverse range of sectors, including consulting, banking, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications, and energy, among others. Founded in 2002 and originally headquartered in Superior, Colorado, Newmerix operates as a subsidiary of Beacon Application Services Corporation since 2009.
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.
Perfect Commerce provides a SaaS spend management solutions and the open supplier network. The company's solutions include PerfectSource, which creates value from effective supply management; PerfectProcure, which establishes control of the procure-to-pay process; and PerfectShop, which enhances visibility of company-approved goods and services. Perfect Commerce solutions specialize in procurement operations by identifying organizational needs and requirements, as well as capturing and analyzing empirical spend and marketplace data to develop a suite of business solutions tailored to each organization's operating environment. In addition, the company's solutions include Open Supplier Network, a hosted service that connects buyers and suppliers to facilitate B2B transactions; and Commerce One Procurement tool, a behind-the-firewall solution that manages and controls the procurement and purchasing process. It serves chemicals, retail, energy, financial services, health/medical, hospitality, food products, education, manufacturing, technology, and transportation industries.
PocketThis was founded in 1999 and has more than 35 employees. They're based in the Silicon Valley in northern California and have European offices in London, Paris and Sweden. PocketThis delivers packaged software that allows mobile operators to rapidly partner with content and service providers, create new and useful services, and generate increased mobile data services revenue.
Bermai is pioneering high performance, ultra-integrated chipsets for wireless applications and delivering innovative systems for single and multi-band connectivity that support the IEEE 802.11 family of standards. Bermai's designs with unmatched integration are optimized to deliver extended range and performance, power efficiency and flexibility at a significant cost advantage. These ultra-integrated solutions greatly simplify product development and enable wireless equipment manufacturers to design high performance products faster and with dramatic cost efficiencies. With a "done it before" management team, over 50 decades of combined engineering experience, and core competencies in RF analog, digital signal processing, OFDM and CMOS disciplines, Bermai is strongly positioned to play a key role in advancing wireless communications technologies. Founded in March 2001, Bermai's renowned co-founders are Dr. Ramesh Harjani, a recognized authority in the fields of CMOS radio frequency circuits, low-power analog design and mixed-signal testing, and Dr. Jaekyun Moon, a recognized authority in the fields of channel characterization and signal processing for digital communications. Bruce Sanguinetti, wireless industry veteran and former president and co-founder of BreezeCOM (now known as Alvarion), leads Bermai as president and chief executive officer. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Bermai has received a total of $34 million in financing from key venture capitalists and strategic investors including Advanced Technology Ventures, Blueprint Ventures, Brightstone Capital, Mobius Venture Capital (formerly Softbank), the STIC Ventures fund backed by LG Electronics, and Walden International Investment Group.
AuctionDrop is an online retailer for liquidation of wholesale surplus and salvage inventory and assets. The Company's business-to-consumer model sources wholesale, surplus, and excess inventory from big box national retailers, high-end luxury retailers, and other corporate sources, then sells the merchandise through [eBay](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/ebay) and other online channels.
Kefta was a prominent provider of dynamic marketing solutions, established in San Francisco in 2000 and acquired by Acxiom in 2007. The company developed a comprehensive personalization and targeting platform that allowed large retailers, banks, and telecommunications companies to enhance online customer experiences and significantly increase sales. Kefta's core technology integrated user profiling, a business rules engine, self-learning algorithms, and multi-channel delivery, offering solutions such as web personalization, landing page optimization, segmented multivariate tools, banner ad retargeting, and re-engagement of abandoned shopping carts through email campaigns. Delivered as a Software as a Service (SaaS), Kefta’s offerings included campaign management and strategic online marketing consulting. As one of the early players in online personalization and behavioral targeting, Kefta successfully helped numerous Fortune 1000 companies improve online conversion rates by 10-30% and achieve returns on investment ranging from 4 to 15 times. The company became profitable within a few years, leading to its acquisition by Acxiom, a global leader in data-driven marketing solutions.
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Venture Round in 2003
Provider of web application management services. The company develops a digital platform that offers session, content and performance statistics for diagnosis of the problem at the application layer.
Planitax, Inc. provides corporate tax software and services to enable corporate tax departments to manage the data. The company offers Data Collector, which automates the error prone and time consuming task of tax package data collection; Tax Positions that manages FIN 48 related tax positions; Provision Manager, which enable companies to manage and control tax information and documentation to calculate the tax provision; Workflow Manager to automates repeatable tax processes; and R&D Tax Credit Manager that is designed for companies to file federal and state R&D tax credits, as well as to automate survey distribution, monitors survey responses, and calculates federal and state credits. It also provides Audit Manager, which tracks audit information and provides rapid access to supporting documentation; Tax Operations and File Manager, a document storage and tracking solution for corporate tax, project management, and tax calendaring; and Global Entity Manager that tracks entity attributes, including governance information, mergers and acquisition activity, tax jurisdictions, registered agents, transfer pricing agreements, and inter-company transactions. Planitax, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is based in Alameda, California.
Danger was a technology company that specialized in providing software and hardware solutions, particularly known for powering T-Mobile's Sidekick phone. This device was geared towards younger users and was notable for its robust messaging capabilities, handling over 4,000 messages and 400 pageviews per user each month at its peak. In 2008, Microsoft acquired Danger, but the company faced significant challenges, including a major server issue in 2009 that resulted in data loss for users. By May 2011, the cloud data service for Danger-powered Sidekick devices was discontinued, marking the end of an era for the product. Throughout its operations, Danger offered integrated solutions that enabled mobile operators to deliver data and internet services effectively to their subscribers.
Quova, now known as Neustar's IP Intelligence, specializes in providing Internet Protocol (IP) geolocation data and services that enable businesses to accurately determine the geographical location of their website visitors, ranging from country to city. Their offerings include an Internet Location Intelligence Platform that helps online businesses locate visitors, a GeoDirectory Server for deploying location data, and an On-Demand Web service for integrating geolocation data into web applications. Additionally, Quova provides a comprehensive database called GeoPoint, which includes details about physical locations and network characteristics. The company emphasizes data accuracy and offers services such as geolocation audits and historical analysis to enhance the decision-making capabilities of advertising agencies, publishers, and web design firms.
HeyAnita is a voice platform specializing in enhanced messaging solutions for the global telecommunications industry. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Burbank, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Pune, the company caters to e-businesses seeking to provide voice access to their products and services. Its diverse product portfolio includes mobile applications such as Rapid Messaging Service, Travel App Suite, Weather Info, and Entertainment App Suite, among others. HeyAnita also offers a range of deployment options, including an ASP model, premise-based solutions, and OEM opportunities. The platform enables mobile subscribers to communicate and share information seamlessly across different networks and handset technologies. Additionally, HeyAnita provides software developers with tools and services to create and deploy custom voice applications using its FreeSpeech platform.