Accel

Accel is a venture capital firm founded in 1983 and based in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in early and growth-stage investments, focusing on technology sectors such as software, big data, cloud technologies, fintech, healthcare, and digital media. Accel is known for backing innovative entrepreneurs and has a history of investing in notable companies including Facebook, Dropbox, and Spotify. With over three decades of experience, Accel employs dedicated teams that utilize market-specific strategies to identify and support the next generation of industry leaders. The firm manages approximately $9.6 billion and carries out investments typically ranging from $5 million to $15 million, aiming to foster the development of world-class, category-defining businesses globally.

Pratik Agarwal

Principal

Sankalpana Agrawal

Investment Team

Radhika Ananth

Vice President

Casey Aylward

Partner

Mahendran Balachandran

Partner

Ayush Banerjee

Investment Team

Yashwini Bansal

Investment Team

Lakshay Bansal

Investment Team

Carlo Biggio

Vice President

Nir Blumberger

Venture Partner

Luca Bocchio

Partner

Philippe Botteri

Partner

Andrew Braccia

Partner

Andrei Brasoveanu

Partner

Abhinav Chaturvedi

Partner

Miles Clements

Partner

Kevin Comolli

Founding Partner

Siddhant Dang

Investor

Anand Daniel

Partner

Kevin Efrusy

Partner

Ben Fletcher

Partner

Sameer Gandhi

Partner

Vandit Gandotra

Investment Team

Rishika Garg

Senior Associate

Bruce Golden

Partner

Harjas Gulati

Investor

Zhicheng Ho

CFO for China office

Graham Hutson

Investor

Sara Ittelson

Partner

Myrel Iturrey

Investor

Henry Jefferies

Investor

Dinesh Katiyar

Partner

Sophiya Khan

Investment Team

Shekhar Kirani Ph.D

Partner

Daniel Levine

Partner

Ping Li

Partner

John Locke

Partner

Steve Loughlin

Partner

Arun Mathew

Partner

Gananath Misra

Investment Team

Subrata Mitra

Partner

Vas Natarajan

Partner

Hendrik W. Nelis

General Partner

Harry Nelis

Partner

Nate Niparko

Partner

Maya S. Noeth

Partner

Rachit Parekh

Investment Team

Arthur C. Patterson

Co-Founder

Seth Pierrepont

Partner

Prashanth Prakash

Partner

Ben Quazzo

Partner

Sonali De Rycker

Partner

Tracy Sedlock

Chief Operating Partner

Karan Shah

Investor

Manasi Shah

Investor

Barath Subramanian

Partner

Diksha Sundarka

Investor

Prayank Swaroop

Partner

Ryan Sweeney

General Partner

Yuvraj Wadhwa

Investor

Cecilia Wang

vice_president

Lucy Wimmer

Head of Marketing

Eric Wolford

Venture Partner & Investor

Rich Wong

General Partner

Pranay Yadav

Investor

Richard Yanowitch

Venture Partner

Past deals in Video on Demand

100ms

Series A in 2022
100ms is a live-video infrastructure platform that specializes in integrating live video and audio conferencing into applications. The company provides low-code software development kits (SDKs) that allow developers to create virtual events, audio rooms, and classrooms with minimal coding effort. Its technology enables seamless one-on-one video calls and live streaming, all manageable through a single API call. By simplifying the process of incorporating video capabilities, 100ms aims to enhance user experiences in various digital environments.

100ms

Seed Round in 2021
100ms is a live-video infrastructure platform that specializes in integrating live video and audio conferencing into applications. The company provides low-code software development kits (SDKs) that allow developers to create virtual events, audio rooms, and classrooms with minimal coding effort. Its technology enables seamless one-on-one video calls and live streaming, all manageable through a single API call. By simplifying the process of incorporating video capabilities, 100ms aims to enhance user experiences in various digital environments.

Mux

Series D in 2021
Mux is a company focused on enhancing online video infrastructure through advanced performance monitoring and analytics. Initially, it developed Mux Data, a leading tool for performance analytics that is widely used by developers at prominent organizations such as Vimeo, Robinhood, and PBS. Following this, Mux introduced Mux Video, a straightforward API designed for video hosting, encoding, and streaming. This service enables seamless playback of video files and live streams across various devices, incorporating features such as automatic thumbnails and data-driven encoding. Mux emphasizes critical performance metrics relevant to viewer experience, including rebuffering, startup time, and video quality. Its user-friendly dashboard provides insights that help users identify issues and implement improvements, supported by features like A/B testing and detailed analytics for each video view.

Mux

Series D in 2021
Mux is a company focused on enhancing online video infrastructure through advanced performance monitoring and analytics. Initially, it developed Mux Data, a leading tool for performance analytics that is widely used by developers at prominent organizations such as Vimeo, Robinhood, and PBS. Following this, Mux introduced Mux Video, a straightforward API designed for video hosting, encoding, and streaming. This service enables seamless playback of video files and live streams across various devices, incorporating features such as automatic thumbnails and data-driven encoding. Mux emphasizes critical performance metrics relevant to viewer experience, including rebuffering, startup time, and video quality. Its user-friendly dashboard provides insights that help users identify issues and implement improvements, supported by features like A/B testing and detailed analytics for each video view.

Mux

Series C in 2020
Mux is a company focused on enhancing online video infrastructure through advanced performance monitoring and analytics. Initially, it developed Mux Data, a leading tool for performance analytics that is widely used by developers at prominent organizations such as Vimeo, Robinhood, and PBS. Following this, Mux introduced Mux Video, a straightforward API designed for video hosting, encoding, and streaming. This service enables seamless playback of video files and live streams across various devices, incorporating features such as automatic thumbnails and data-driven encoding. Mux emphasizes critical performance metrics relevant to viewer experience, including rebuffering, startup time, and video quality. Its user-friendly dashboard provides insights that help users identify issues and implement improvements, supported by features like A/B testing and detailed analytics for each video view.

Mux

Series C in 2020
Mux is a company focused on enhancing online video infrastructure through advanced performance monitoring and analytics. Initially, it developed Mux Data, a leading tool for performance analytics that is widely used by developers at prominent organizations such as Vimeo, Robinhood, and PBS. Following this, Mux introduced Mux Video, a straightforward API designed for video hosting, encoding, and streaming. This service enables seamless playback of video files and live streams across various devices, incorporating features such as automatic thumbnails and data-driven encoding. Mux emphasizes critical performance metrics relevant to viewer experience, including rebuffering, startup time, and video quality. Its user-friendly dashboard provides insights that help users identify issues and implement improvements, supported by features like A/B testing and detailed analytics for each video view.

Mux

Series B in 2019
Mux is a company focused on enhancing online video infrastructure through advanced performance monitoring and analytics. Initially, it developed Mux Data, a leading tool for performance analytics that is widely used by developers at prominent organizations such as Vimeo, Robinhood, and PBS. Following this, Mux introduced Mux Video, a straightforward API designed for video hosting, encoding, and streaming. This service enables seamless playback of video files and live streams across various devices, incorporating features such as automatic thumbnails and data-driven encoding. Mux emphasizes critical performance metrics relevant to viewer experience, including rebuffering, startup time, and video quality. Its user-friendly dashboard provides insights that help users identify issues and implement improvements, supported by features like A/B testing and detailed analytics for each video view.

Nightcorn

Seed Round in 2018
Nightcorn is a media app designed specifically for video content.

Mux

Series A in 2017
Mux is a company focused on enhancing online video infrastructure through advanced performance monitoring and analytics. Initially, it developed Mux Data, a leading tool for performance analytics that is widely used by developers at prominent organizations such as Vimeo, Robinhood, and PBS. Following this, Mux introduced Mux Video, a straightforward API designed for video hosting, encoding, and streaming. This service enables seamless playback of video files and live streams across various devices, incorporating features such as automatic thumbnails and data-driven encoding. Mux emphasizes critical performance metrics relevant to viewer experience, including rebuffering, startup time, and video quality. Its user-friendly dashboard provides insights that help users identify issues and implement improvements, supported by features like A/B testing and detailed analytics for each video view.

Pond5

Series A in 2014
Pond5 Inc. operates a comprehensive online marketplace for video and multimedia content, allowing users to upload and sell royalty-free footage, photos, illustrations, music, sound effects, and 3D models. Established in 2006 and headquartered in New York, the company serves filmmakers, creators, and producers across various media sectors. As the largest video-first content marketplace, Pond5 distinguishes itself by sharing licensing revenue with its contributors, fostering a vibrant community of over 60,000 professional visual and audio creators. The platform features innovative tools such as visual search capabilities and integrates seamlessly with major video-editing software, enhancing the user experience. With additional offices in Prague, Geneva, and Dublin, Pond5 is committed to supporting creative professionals in achieving their artistic visions while facilitating their sustainable livelihoods.

Dropcam

Series C in 2013
Dropcam is revolutionizing the way people stay connected to the places they care about. With the Dropcam and Dropcam Pro Wi-Fi video monitoring cameras and optional Cloud Recording (CVR) service, you can remotely drop in on your house, baby, pets, business or anything else from a smartphone,tablet or computer.

Dropcam

Series B in 2012
Dropcam is revolutionizing the way people stay connected to the places they care about. With the Dropcam and Dropcam Pro Wi-Fi video monitoring cameras and optional Cloud Recording (CVR) service, you can remotely drop in on your house, baby, pets, business or anything else from a smartphone,tablet or computer.

YuMe

Venture Round in 2012
YuMe is a provider of digital video brand advertising solutions that drives inventory monetization and enables advertisers to reach targeted audiences across a wide range of internet-connected devices. Designed to serve the specific needs of brand advertising, its technology platform simplifies the complexities associated with delivering effective digital video advertising campaigns in today’s market. YuMe was founded in 2004 by [Jayant Kadambi](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/jayant-kadambi#/entity) and [Ayyappan Sankaran](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/ayyappan-sankaran#/entity). It is headquartered in Redwood City, C.A. with European headquarters in London and nine additional offices worldwide.

Dropcam

Series A in 2011
Dropcam is revolutionizing the way people stay connected to the places they care about. With the Dropcam and Dropcam Pro Wi-Fi video monitoring cameras and optional Cloud Recording (CVR) service, you can remotely drop in on your house, baby, pets, business or anything else from a smartphone,tablet or computer.

Metacafe

Debt Financing in 2010
Entertainment online platform icated to showcasing the best videos from the world of movies, video games, sports, music and TV

Brightcove

Series D in 2010
Brightcove is a provider of cloud-based platforms designed for the publication and distribution of digital media. Its flagship product, Brightcove Video Cloud, allows customers to upload, manage, and distribute video content across various internet-connected devices. The platform includes features such as video encoding, content management, live streaming, and analytics, facilitating a comprehensive video delivery experience. Additionally, Brightcove offers several other services, including Zencoder for video encoding, Brightcove Once for ad insertion, and Brightcove Gallery for creating video portals. The company also provides Brightcove Perform, which enhances video player experiences, and the Video Marketing Suite, tailored to meet the needs of marketers aiming to increase engagement and conversions. Founded in 2004, Brightcove is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

YuMe

Venture Round in 2010
YuMe is a provider of digital video brand advertising solutions that drives inventory monetization and enables advertisers to reach targeted audiences across a wide range of internet-connected devices. Designed to serve the specific needs of brand advertising, its technology platform simplifies the complexities associated with delivering effective digital video advertising campaigns in today’s market. YuMe was founded in 2004 by [Jayant Kadambi](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/jayant-kadambi#/entity) and [Ayyappan Sankaran](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/ayyappan-sankaran#/entity). It is headquartered in Redwood City, C.A. with European headquarters in London and nine additional offices worldwide.

YuMe

Series C in 2009
YuMe is a provider of digital video brand advertising solutions that drives inventory monetization and enables advertisers to reach targeted audiences across a wide range of internet-connected devices. Designed to serve the specific needs of brand advertising, its technology platform simplifies the complexities associated with delivering effective digital video advertising campaigns in today’s market. YuMe was founded in 2004 by [Jayant Kadambi](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/jayant-kadambi#/entity) and [Ayyappan Sankaran](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/ayyappan-sankaran#/entity). It is headquartered in Redwood City, C.A. with European headquarters in London and nine additional offices worldwide.

RGB Networks

Series D in 2008
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions designed for multiscreen IP video delivery. The company offers a range of products, including its video intelligence architecture (VIA), which features a broadcast network processor for grooming and multiplexing, a dynamic bandwidth manager for personalized video services, and a modular media converter for ASI-to-gigabit Ethernet conversion. Additionally, RGB Networks provides a modular video processor for IPTV services, a simulcast edge processor for digital simulcast edge decoding, and a universal scalable modulator for digital edge QAM modulation. These solutions enable multiple system operators and video service providers to effectively implement switched digital networks, enhancing their video delivery capabilities across various platforms.

On Networks

Series B in 2007
ON Networks is a independent distributor and producer of original, episodic HD programming. The ON Networks AllScreen Syndication Network is one of the largest multi-screen TV show and video advertising distribution networks in the world. It's the first to deliver sponsored programs of any format from any content creator to a guaranteed number of global viewers wherever they watch shows – including TVs, computers, mobile phones, gaming or other devices as well as hotel, business and retail networks. The AllScreen Syndication Network can distribute TV shows and accompanying advertisements to millions of viewers each month across the United States and Europe through distribution partners including Verizon, AT&T, iTunes, TiVo, Telecom Italia and more. In addition to helping reach viewers on many screens, the AllScreen Network provides services that allow customers to directly publish video content and track audience engagement metrics and data. ON Networks also works with budding and professional content creators to produce a range of original video content, with shows such as Smart Girls at the Party, Play Value, The 5-Minute Drill, BackPack Picnic, Budget Health Nut, Cocktails on the Fly, Golf Tips, and Stump the Chef.

RayV

Series B in 2007
Stealth company RayV, which has received healthy funding from [Facebook](http://crunchbase.com/organization/facebook) Investor Accel Partners, is rumored to be a P2P live broadcasting service. Users will be able to create video playlists at very high video quality and broadcast them online. Like [Joost](http://crunchbase.com/organization/joost), RayV will require a download.

YuMe

Series B in 2007
YuMe is a provider of digital video brand advertising solutions that drives inventory monetization and enables advertisers to reach targeted audiences across a wide range of internet-connected devices. Designed to serve the specific needs of brand advertising, its technology platform simplifies the complexities associated with delivering effective digital video advertising campaigns in today’s market. YuMe was founded in 2004 by [Jayant Kadambi](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/jayant-kadambi#/entity) and [Ayyappan Sankaran](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/ayyappan-sankaran#/entity). It is headquartered in Redwood City, C.A. with European headquarters in London and nine additional offices worldwide.

Metacafe

Series B in 2007
Entertainment online platform icated to showcasing the best videos from the world of movies, video games, sports, music and TV

YuMe

Series A in 2007
YuMe is a provider of digital video brand advertising solutions that drives inventory monetization and enables advertisers to reach targeted audiences across a wide range of internet-connected devices. Designed to serve the specific needs of brand advertising, its technology platform simplifies the complexities associated with delivering effective digital video advertising campaigns in today’s market. YuMe was founded in 2004 by [Jayant Kadambi](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/jayant-kadambi#/entity) and [Ayyappan Sankaran](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/ayyappan-sankaran#/entity). It is headquartered in Redwood City, C.A. with European headquarters in London and nine additional offices worldwide.

On Networks

Series A in 2006
ON Networks is a independent distributor and producer of original, episodic HD programming. The ON Networks AllScreen Syndication Network is one of the largest multi-screen TV show and video advertising distribution networks in the world. It's the first to deliver sponsored programs of any format from any content creator to a guaranteed number of global viewers wherever they watch shows – including TVs, computers, mobile phones, gaming or other devices as well as hotel, business and retail networks. The AllScreen Syndication Network can distribute TV shows and accompanying advertisements to millions of viewers each month across the United States and Europe through distribution partners including Verizon, AT&T, iTunes, TiVo, Telecom Italia and more. In addition to helping reach viewers on many screens, the AllScreen Network provides services that allow customers to directly publish video content and track audience engagement metrics and data. ON Networks also works with budding and professional content creators to produce a range of original video content, with shows such as Smart Girls at the Party, Play Value, The 5-Minute Drill, BackPack Picnic, Budget Health Nut, Cocktails on the Fly, Golf Tips, and Stump the Chef.

Metacafe

Series B in 2006
Entertainment online platform icated to showcasing the best videos from the world of movies, video games, sports, music and TV

RGB Networks

Series C in 2006
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions designed for multiscreen IP video delivery. The company offers a range of products, including its video intelligence architecture (VIA), which features a broadcast network processor for grooming and multiplexing, a dynamic bandwidth manager for personalized video services, and a modular media converter for ASI-to-gigabit Ethernet conversion. Additionally, RGB Networks provides a modular video processor for IPTV services, a simulcast edge processor for digital simulcast edge decoding, and a universal scalable modulator for digital edge QAM modulation. These solutions enable multiple system operators and video service providers to effectively implement switched digital networks, enhancing their video delivery capabilities across various platforms.

Brightcove

Series B in 2005
Brightcove is a provider of cloud-based platforms designed for the publication and distribution of digital media. Its flagship product, Brightcove Video Cloud, allows customers to upload, manage, and distribute video content across various internet-connected devices. The platform includes features such as video encoding, content management, live streaming, and analytics, facilitating a comprehensive video delivery experience. Additionally, Brightcove offers several other services, including Zencoder for video encoding, Brightcove Once for ad insertion, and Brightcove Gallery for creating video portals. The company also provides Brightcove Perform, which enhances video player experiences, and the Video Marketing Suite, tailored to meet the needs of marketers aiming to increase engagement and conversions. Founded in 2004, Brightcove is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Brightcove

Series A in 2005
Brightcove is a provider of cloud-based platforms designed for the publication and distribution of digital media. Its flagship product, Brightcove Video Cloud, allows customers to upload, manage, and distribute video content across various internet-connected devices. The platform includes features such as video encoding, content management, live streaming, and analytics, facilitating a comprehensive video delivery experience. Additionally, Brightcove offers several other services, including Zencoder for video encoding, Brightcove Once for ad insertion, and Brightcove Gallery for creating video portals. The company also provides Brightcove Perform, which enhances video player experiences, and the Video Marketing Suite, tailored to meet the needs of marketers aiming to increase engagement and conversions. Founded in 2004, Brightcove is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

RGB Networks

Series B in 2005
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions designed for multiscreen IP video delivery. The company offers a range of products, including its video intelligence architecture (VIA), which features a broadcast network processor for grooming and multiplexing, a dynamic bandwidth manager for personalized video services, and a modular media converter for ASI-to-gigabit Ethernet conversion. Additionally, RGB Networks provides a modular video processor for IPTV services, a simulcast edge processor for digital simulcast edge decoding, and a universal scalable modulator for digital edge QAM modulation. These solutions enable multiple system operators and video service providers to effectively implement switched digital networks, enhancing their video delivery capabilities across various platforms.

Omneon

Venture Round in 2004
Omneon Video Networks, Inc. specializes in providing digital content storage and processing systems tailored for media companies, facilitating the production and distribution of digital video and audio. The company develops and markets a variety of products, including Spectrum video servers and MediaGrid active storage systems, along with related software applications. Spectrum video servers are designed for real-time applications, such as multi-channel broadcast playout, while MediaGrid systems support file-based content storage, offering high-bandwidth, simultaneous multi-user access and integrated digital media processing capabilities. Omneon's products are compatible with various complementary technologies and include application programming interfaces for enhanced functionality. Their offerings cater to a diverse clientele, including multinational media conglomerates, commercial and public broadcast networks, content networks, satellite broadcasters, television service providers, local television stations, and mobile television providers. Omneon sells its products both directly to end users and indirectly through system integrators across regions such as the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.

Maven Networks

Series B in 2004
Maven Networks is an online video platform provider with end-to-end video syndication, content management and advertising solution. Maven helps media companies create, distribute and profit from direct-to-consumer Internet TV channels and networks. The Maven Internet TV Platform(TM) is used by organizations such as CanWest, CBS Sports, CBC, CNET, Gannett, The Financial Times, Fox Business Network, Fox News, Hearst, MediaNews Group, Ogilvy, Scripps Networks, Sony BMG, Sony Pictures Television, and TV Guide.

FastForward Networks

Venture Round in 2000
FastForward Networks provides software and streaming media technology to the content distribution and internet service providers.It was incorporated in 1998, based in San Francisco, California.

Omneon

Series B in 1999
Omneon Video Networks, Inc. specializes in providing digital content storage and processing systems tailored for media companies, facilitating the production and distribution of digital video and audio. The company develops and markets a variety of products, including Spectrum video servers and MediaGrid active storage systems, along with related software applications. Spectrum video servers are designed for real-time applications, such as multi-channel broadcast playout, while MediaGrid systems support file-based content storage, offering high-bandwidth, simultaneous multi-user access and integrated digital media processing capabilities. Omneon's products are compatible with various complementary technologies and include application programming interfaces for enhanced functionality. Their offerings cater to a diverse clientele, including multinational media conglomerates, commercial and public broadcast networks, content networks, satellite broadcasters, television service providers, local television stations, and mobile television providers. Omneon sells its products both directly to end users and indirectly through system integrators across regions such as the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.