Invoca, Inc. is a company that specializes in AI-powered call tracking and analytics, offering a platform designed to enhance inbound phone marketing. The platform enables marketers to obtain campaign attribution and actionable insights from phone calls, allowing them to understand customer motivations, gather real-time intelligence about callers, and analyze conversation content. Invoca's suite of tools includes call and voice analytics, a real-time engagement engine for automating customer interactions, and an integration hub that connects call intelligence with marketing and sales applications. Its products are tailored for performance marketers and include features such as conversation intelligence and reporting. Invoca also provides solutions compatible with various platforms, including AdWords, Facebook, and Salesforce, catering to consumer and business-to-business marketers as well as agencies. Founded in 2007 and based in Santa Barbara, California, Invoca was previously known as RingRevenue and rebranded in 2013. The company also maintains offices in San Francisco and Denver.
Chainalysis Inc. is a blockchain analysis company that specializes in anti-money laundering software tailored for cryptocurrency businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a range of products aimed at enhancing compliance and mitigating risks associated with cryptocurrency transactions. Key offerings include REACTOR, an interactive investigation tool that identifies offenders and visualizes data, and an API that provides transaction-based risk scoring by analyzing the sources and destinations of funds. Additionally, Chainalysis provides activity monitoring reports and diligence tools to help financial institutions assess emerging threats and estimate criminal revenues. Its services cater to government agencies, banks, exchanges, insurance companies, and cryptocurrency businesses, facilitating safer interactions within the decentralized financial landscape. The company also has offices in Copenhagen, Tokyo, and Singapore.
CureFit is a health and fitness company that provides both digital and offline experiences focused on fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being. Founded in 2016 by Mukesh Bansal and Ankit Nagori, the company is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka. CureFit aims to make fitness enjoyable by offering a variety of trainer-led group workout classes that transform traditional exercise routines. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of nutrition by delivering healthy, freshly prepared meals directly to customers' doorsteps. The company's offerings also include yoga and meditation sessions to promote mental fitness, along with accessible medical and lifestyle care services.
Aura Company specializes in providing software as a service (SaaS) solutions focused on digital security for consumers. The company's offerings include a variety of tools designed to address identity protection and cybersecurity needs. Key products include Identity Guard for identifying and analyzing identity threats, Pango for internet security, FigLeaf for online privacy, Intrusta for antivirus protection, and PrivacyMate for managing personal information privacy. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Aura aims to simplify digital security by creating a unified platform that allows users to effectively manage their cybersecurity requirements. The company has expanded its presence with additional offices in Virginia, New Mexico, and Illinois, serving millions of customers with its innovative security solutions.
Vinted is an online marketplace that focuses on making second-hand fashion a preferred choice for consumers. The platform facilitates a peer-to-peer environment where users, primarily women and girls, can buy, sell, and swap clothing, accessories, and lifestyle items. It features a mobile-first design and includes an online chatting option, allowing for seamless communication between users, which enhances the shopping experience while keeping costs low. Through its community-driven approach, Vinted aims to promote sustainable fashion practices by encouraging the reuse of clothing.
Vectra AI, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in San Jose, California, specializing in artificial intelligence-based solutions for detecting and responding to cyberattacks across cloud, data center, and enterprise infrastructures. Established in 2010, Vectra focuses on safeguarding cloud and data center workloads as well as user and IoT devices. Its flagship Cognito platform enhances threat detection and investigation by leveraging AI to collect, store, and enrich network metadata, enabling real-time detection and analysis of both known and unknown threats. The company offers three key applications within the Cognito platform: Cognito Stream, which transmits security-enriched metadata to data lakes and SIEMs; Cognito Recall, a cloud-based tool for storing and investigating threats; and Cognito Detect, designed to swiftly reveal and prioritize hidden attackers. Vectra AI also has research and development centers in Dublin, Ireland; Austin, Texas; and Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Sysdig, Inc. provides network and application monitoring software solutions designed to enhance the performance and security of cloud-based application delivery infrastructures. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sysdig addresses the complexities of securing containers, Kubernetes, and cloud services through its Sysdig Secure DevOps Platform. This platform enables organizations to secure their build pipelines, detect and respond to runtime threats, validate compliance, and monitor cloud infrastructure effectively. Built on an open-source foundation that includes tools like Falco and sysdig OSS, Sysdig's SaaS offerings are relied upon by numerous companies for their container and Kubernetes security needs. The company also operates data centers in Oregon and Frankfurt, Germany, and has a subsidiary in Japan.
Universal Sportsbiz is a youth-focused fashion brand house. Its brand portfolio includes brands, across men’s wear and women’s wear, like Wrogn, Imara, Ms.Taken, Single, and Wrogn Active. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka.
BetterCloud, Inc. is a provider of cloud office solutions that enables organizations to manage and secure their Software as a Service (SaaS) applications effectively. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, with an engineering office in Atlanta, the company offers a centralized platform that provides insights into employee SaaS adoption and streamlines license management. Its offerings include user lifecycle management, data discovery, security automation, and a robust automation engine called Workflows, which orchestrates critical processes to ensure compliance and accuracy. BetterCloud also features platform APIs to secure the entire SaaS ecosystem and content scanning capabilities for various cloud storage solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele, including small to medium-sized businesses, mid-market companies, and enterprises across various industries such as government, healthcare, education, retail, and technology. With over 2,500 customers in more than 60 countries, BetterCloud is recognized as a leader in SaaS Operations Management, focusing on continuous monitoring and automated policy enforcement.
UserTesting is a human insights platform that helps organizations make informed, customer-centric business decisions. It enables brands to target specific customer demographics, conduct usability studies, and engage in live conversations to gain valuable feedback. The platform captures real-time experiences through video, allowing companies to observe how users interact with their products, designs, and services. By packaging these insights into shareable video reels, organizations can facilitate discussions that enhance the customer experience, boost brand loyalty, and ultimately drive revenue growth. UserTesting's extensive panel of on-demand users further supports its mission to provide actionable insights that influence business strategies.
Monzo Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, offering a range of financial services including current accounts, savings accounts, overdrafts, and loans for both individuals and businesses. Established in 2015 and rebranded from FOCUS FS LIMITED in 2016, Monzo focuses on providing an efficient online banking experience through its mobile application, catering to tech-savvy customers who prefer managing their finances without traditional bank branches. The platform allows users to spend, save, and manage their money seamlessly, with real-time balance updates, intelligent notifications, and comprehensive tracking of transactions. Monzo aims to serve as a central hub for users' financial activities, enhancing their overall banking experience.
Netskope, Inc. is a software company specializing in cloud application analytics and security solutions designed to protect enterprise data and users globally. The company offers the Netskope Security Cloud, which provides real-time visibility and protection against data threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. Through its patented Cloud XD technology, Netskope enables organizations to gain insights into cloud usage and enforce policies such as data loss prevention, access control, and malware protection across various platforms. Additionally, the company’s NewEdge security network facilitates seamless security without compromising performance. Netskope also functions as a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), helping organizations manage cloud application usage and prevent data exfiltration. Its offerings extend to web security solutions that filter content, detect advanced threats, and control application usage. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope serves various industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail, with a global presence supported by multiple data centers.
Deliveroo is an online food delivery platform based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2012 by Gregory Orlowski and William Shu. The platform enables users to order meals from a variety of local restaurants, focusing on providing premium dining options. By connecting customers with their favorite eateries, Deliveroo aims to enhance the convenience of food delivery while supporting local businesses. The company has established itself as a significant player in the food delivery industry, catering to a growing demand for accessible and quality dining experiences delivered directly to consumers' homes.
Deliveroo is an online food delivery platform based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2012 by Gregory Orlowski and William Shu. The platform enables users to order meals from a variety of local restaurants, focusing on providing premium dining options. By connecting customers with their favorite eateries, Deliveroo aims to enhance the convenience of food delivery while supporting local businesses. The company has established itself as a significant player in the food delivery industry, catering to a growing demand for accessible and quality dining experiences delivered directly to consumers' homes.
Sumo Logic, Inc. is a cloud-native software-as-a-service platform that specializes in machine data analytics, providing organizations with the tools to navigate digital transformation and modern cloud applications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Sumo Logic enables the automated collection, ingestion, and analysis of diverse data types, including application, infrastructure, security, and Internet of Things (IoT) data. Its comprehensive suite of solutions addresses operational, security, business, and global intelligence needs, offering real-time insights that help organizations troubleshoot, secure, and optimize their applications and cloud infrastructures. With a customer base exceeding 2,000 globally, Sumo Logic's platform supports continuous innovation and collaboration, allowing businesses to enhance their competitive advantage and drive growth.
Funding Circle is a London-based online lending platform established in 2010 that connects investors with small and medium-sized businesses seeking capital. Operating in the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain, Funding Circle facilitates direct lending through its marketplace, allowing a variety of investors—including individuals, banks, local councils, and institutional investors—to fund business loans. The platform offers both secured and unsecured loans to help businesses with various financial needs, such as working capital, asset purchases, and property development. Additionally, Funding Circle collaborates with institutional investors on securitization programs and issues loan payment dependent debt securities. By bridging the gap between businesses in need of funding and investors seeking attractive returns, Funding Circle aims to create a mutually beneficial relationship that supports economic growth and job creation.
Freshworks provides innovative customer engagement software for businesses of all sizes, making it easy for teams to acquire, close, and keep their customers for life. Freshworks SaaS products provide a 360-degree view of the customer, are ready to go, easy to use, and offer quick return on investment.
It was founded in 2010 and Headquartered in San Mateo, USA.
Slack Technologies, Inc. operates a business communication platform that enhances collaboration among teams by integrating messaging, voice and video calls, file sharing, and workflow automation. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Slack serves a diverse clientele ranging from Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, aiming to streamline communication and improve productivity. The platform is delivered as a software-as-a-service solution, allowing users to connect with the right people and information efficiently. Additionally, Slack has established the Slack Fund, an investment initiative focused on early-stage ventures in the technology sector, further promoting innovation in workplace productivity tools.
Couchbase, Inc. specializes in developing NoSQL databases tailored for enterprises, particularly for web and mobile applications. The company offers a comprehensive Couchbase platform that includes Couchbase Server, a high-performance distributed database, Couchbase Lite for mobile devices, and Couchbase Sync Gateway for data synchronization between mobile and cloud environments. Its solutions are designed to handle large volumes of data in real-time, enabling organizations to enhance customer experiences across various industries, including gaming, e-commerce, and media. Additionally, Couchbase provides a cloud-native autonomous database management platform through its Kubernetes Operator and a fully-managed Database-as-a-Service called Couchbase Cloud. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, Couchbase aims to deliver agility, manageability, and performance to support mission-critical applications across data centers and cloud environments.
Knewton, Inc. is a developer of an online adaptive learning engine that personalizes education for students by providing tailored recommendations on what to study. The platform also equips teachers with analytics to enhance their support for individual students and offers publishers insights to create more effective digital educational products. Knewton's technology serves a range of subjects, including math, economics, and sciences, and is utilized by educational institutions and companies worldwide. In addition to its flagship product, Knewton offers Alta, an integrated adaptive learning courseware for higher education. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, Knewton has expanded its presence internationally with offices in London, Tokyo, Singapore, and Dubai. The company has been recognized for its innovation in education technology, earning accolades such as being named a “Technology Pioneer” by the World Economic Forum.
Lookout is a cybersecurity company that predicts and stops mobile attacks before harm is done to an individual or an enterprise. Lookout’s cloud-based technology is fueled by a global sensor network of more than 60 million users and tens of thousands of apps that are added daily. With this dataset of virtually all the mobile code in the world and the predictive machine intelligence to analyze and make sense of the data, Lookout can identify connections that would otherwise go unseen and stop cybercriminals from attacking mobile devices.
Headquartered in San Francisco, Lookout has offices in Boston, London, Singapore, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C.
Etsy is an e-commerce platform and mobile application specializing in the buying and selling of handmade and vintage items. Launched in June 2005 by Robert Kalin, Haim Schoppik, Jared Tarbell, and Chris Maguire, it is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. The platform features a diverse range of product categories, including clothing and accessories, jewelry, craft supplies, wedding items, home decor, and vintage goods. As a notable player in the online marketplace, Etsy operates in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, and Canada. With a consolidated gross merchandise volume of $13.2 billion in 2023, Etsy has established itself as a significant entity in the e-commerce sector, facilitating connections between over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers. The company generates revenue through listing fees, commissions on sales, advertising services, payment processing, and shipping label sales.
Azul Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing Java runtime solutions tailored for enterprise, cloud, and embedded/IoT applications. The company is recognized for its flagship product, Zing, a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) that supports various enterprise applications requiring low latency, high transaction rates, and consistent performance. Azul also offers the Zulu family of certified, open-source builds of OpenJDK, which are available for multiple platforms and come with flexible commercial support options. In addition to these core products, Azul provides a suite of open-source tools to monitor and optimize Java applications, including jHiccup and Azul Inspector. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 and Global 1000 enterprises in sectors such as capital markets, digital advertising, and telecommunications. Founded in 2002, Azul Systems is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in various countries including China, South Korea, and India.
Groove networks provided a "virtual office" through software that allowed teams of people to work together over a network. Groove software offered organizations both a desktop application for joint work and a set of customizable, open collaboration capabilities that enhance the utility and value of existing solutions. Groove Networks was acquired by Microsoft in March of 2005, and has been re-released as a software. See http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/groove/default.aspx
Vertical Networks
Series F in 2001
Vertical Networks is a distributor of IP-PBX software and communications solutions for branch offices and stores, delivers customizable solutions to several industries, including financial services, healthcare, publishing, and retail.