Alsop Louie Partners

Alsop Louie Partners is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 2006, specializing in early-stage investments in technology-related companies across various sectors, including media, gaming, cloud infrastructure, security, and mobile. The firm is dedicated to identifying and collaborating with promising entrepreneurs who focus on creating value rather than solely raising capital. Alsop Louie Partners prefers to invest in ventures that require less than $20 million in funding to establish a stable business operation, aligning with their approach to support innovative ideas with manageable capital needs. By concentrating on early-stage technology investments, the firm aims to foster the growth of companies that demonstrate potential for significant impact in their respective industries.

Joseph Addiego

Partner

Stewart Alsop

Co-Founder and Partner

William T. Coleman

Venture Partner

William Coleman III

Venture Partner

William Crowell

Partner

Mark Fields

Partner

Will Jack

Venture Partner

Nancy Lee

CFO and Partner

Gilman Louie

Co-Founder and Partner

David Mace

Associate

Jason Preston

Partner

Shiaoching Tse

Venture Partner

Jim Ward

Venture Partner

Jim Whims

Partner

93 past transactions

DigiLens

Series D in 2022
DigiLens Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of optical platform and photopolymer technology solutions specializing in waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for both enterprise and consumer markets. DigiLens also provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view and reduces component size in heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. In addition to display technologies, DigiLens supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, which assist users in evaluating and developing wearable devices. Founded in 1997 and based in Sunnyvale, California, DigiLens has positioned itself as a leader in holographic waveguide technology, enabling various industries, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military, to leverage XR capabilities.

ION Storage Systems

Series A in 2022
ION Storage Systems, LLC is a manufacturer of solid state lithium-ion batteries, headquartered in College Park, Maryland. Established in 2015, the company specializes in developing advanced battery technology aimed at delivering high energy density and enhanced safety for various applications. Its products cater to the defense and aerospace sectors, as well as the consumer electronics and electric vehicle industries. By focusing on solid state battery innovations, ION Storage Systems addresses the critical performance and safety requirements necessary for deployment in diverse environments.

Ursa Major

Series C in 2021
Ursa Major Technologies, Inc. specializes in manufacturing propulsion solutions for the microsatellite and nanosatellite launch market. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berthoud, Colorado, the company develops advanced engines, including the Ursa Major Hadley and the Ursa Major Ripley. These propulsion systems are primarily composed of materials that are over 80% additively manufactured, utilizing innovative manufacturing techniques to optimize part creation. Ursa Major's propulsion engines operate on liquid oxygen and kerosene, providing aerospace clients with high-performance, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for launch and hypersonic applications.

Device Authority

Venture Round in 2021
Device Authority Ltd designs and develops identity and access management solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company offers KeyScaler, a platform that delivers automated device provisioning, authentication, credential management, update, and policy-driven data encryption solutions. It serves video surveillance, industrial, healthcare, and connected device industries. Device Authority Ltd was formerly known as Cryptosoft Ltd. and changed its name to Device Authority Ltd in April 2016. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom with an additional office in Fremont, California. As of September 15, 2014, Device Authority Ltd operates as a subsidiary of TERN plc.

DigiLens

Series D in 2021
DigiLens Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of optical platform and photopolymer technology solutions specializing in waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for both enterprise and consumer markets. DigiLens also provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view and reduces component size in heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. In addition to display technologies, DigiLens supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, which assist users in evaluating and developing wearable devices. Founded in 1997 and based in Sunnyvale, California, DigiLens has positioned itself as a leader in holographic waveguide technology, enabling various industries, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military, to leverage XR capabilities.

Hidden Level

Venture Round in 2021
Hidden Level is an aviation and aerospace company founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, United States. The company specializes in advanced radar sensors and custom-built sensor technology aimed at enhancing safety in low altitude air traffic management. Its offerings include systems engineering, data modeling and analysis, field testing, printed circuit board design, and comprehensive product life cycle management. By providing innovative sensing tools, Hidden Level helps aerospace component manufacturers improve technology and productivity while addressing complex challenges in airspace safety.

HOVER

Series D in 2020
HOVER Inc. is a technology company that specializes in creating home measurement applications that generate interactive 3D models of properties. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, HOVER's platform allows users, including contractors and insurance professionals, to convert smartphone photos into accurate, photo-realistic 3D models. This technology facilitates exterior measurements and assists in producing estimates and appraisals for home improvement and insurance claims. By delivering detailed property data, HOVER enhances the home improvement experience, enabling homeowners to visualize projects, receive accurate estimates, and streamline insurance processes. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with SRS Distribution Inc. to further extend its reach in the market.

Blok.Party

Seed Round in 2020
Blok Party is a gaming company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the development of PlayTable, a unique video game console that integrates both physical and digital gaming experiences. PlayTable utilizes blockchain technology to enhance gameplay, allowing for the use of collectible game pieces that interact with the console. By merging tabletop gaming with innovative technology, Blok Party aims to pioneer a new form of entertainment that appeals to both gaming enthusiasts and collectors.

Nabaco

Seed Round in 2020
Nabaco Inc., founded in 2018 and located in San Marcos, Texas, specializes in developing innovative food preservation technologies through its NatuWrap system. This technology features an edible, organic coating that is transparent, tasteless, and odorless, allowing it to be applied to fruits and vegetables. By retaining moisture and limiting air exposure, Nabaco's solution effectively extends the shelf life of produce, aiding both producers and growers in minimizing waste. The company's focus on sustainability not only enhances the freshness of organic products but also contributes to environmental protection by reducing food waste.

RunSafe Security

Series A in 2019
RunSafe Security, Inc. specializes in cybersecurity solutions aimed at protecting embedded systems and devices from cyber threats. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the company has developed a transformation process that strengthens software against memory corruption errors and buffer overflow exploits. Its flagship technology, Alkemist, effectively inoculates systems from various cyber attacks by addressing vulnerabilities at their source. RunSafe's offerings are integrated into build and deployment toolchains, safeguarding open-source, proprietary code, and third-party binaries. The company's diverse clientele includes sectors such as automotive, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, and national security, highlighting its commitment to enhancing cybersecurity across critical infrastructure and connected devices. Additionally, RunSafe has a presence in Huntsville, Alabama, further extending its operational reach.

Aerospike

Series D in 2019
Aerospike, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in NoSQL database solutions, offering both enterprise and open-source versions of its platform. The company provides a range of features, including key-value storage, flexible data models, user-defined functions, and geographic replication, which help organizations manage and scale their data effectively. Aerospike's solutions are designed to address data bottlenecks and reduce infrastructure complexity, making it suitable for a variety of applications, including fraud detection, e-commerce, and global digital payment systems. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Aerospike serves a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 100 companies, and also offers community and enterprise support, as well as consulting services. The company has additional offices in Bengaluru, London, and Or Yehuda.

Ascent RegTech

Series B in 2019
Ascent Technologies, Inc. specializes in regulatory compliance software designed for financial services firms. Founded in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a cloud-based platform that analyzes business activities to identify potential compliance obligations. This platform aids firms in tracking and adhering to relevant regulatory requirements. Ascent's solutions encompass change management, obligations management, issue tracking, and provide access to industry reference materials and compliance documentation. By streamlining the compliance process, Ascent enables firms to maintain their regulatory standards effectively.

Aurora Insight

Series A in 2019
Aurora Insight, Inc., located in Washington, D.C., specializes in providing comprehensive insights into wireless infrastructure and radio frequency (RF) environments. The company serves as a reliable source of information on available spectrum and wireless connectivity, helping organizations make informed business decisions. By analyzing existing wireless infrastructure, Aurora Insight enables clients to understand and optimize their connectivity options, ultimately enhancing their operational capabilities.

Baton

Series A in 2019
Baton Systems Inc. is an information technology company that specializes in developing an on-demand platform for the clearing, settling, and management of payments related to financial transactions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Baton serves a range of clients including global banks, custodian banks, and exchanges. The company's platform enhances the efficiency of the payments infrastructure within capital markets by providing a flexible and transparent digital market environment. Baton’s software facilitates riskless settlement of both cash and securities, enabling seamless asset movement across financial markets. By transitioning from traditional server-based systems to fully digital infrastructures, Baton aims to streamline the post-trade process and improve operational efficiency within the financial sector.

ION Storage Systems

Venture Round in 2019
ION Storage Systems, LLC is a manufacturer of solid state lithium-ion batteries, headquartered in College Park, Maryland. Established in 2015, the company specializes in developing advanced battery technology aimed at delivering high energy density and enhanced safety for various applications. Its products cater to the defense and aerospace sectors, as well as the consumer electronics and electric vehicle industries. By focusing on solid state battery innovations, ION Storage Systems addresses the critical performance and safety requirements necessary for deployment in diverse environments.

Fullpower-AI

Venture Round in 2019
Developer of a generative AI deep learning biosensing platform intended for health and wellness purposes. The company's platform collects and analyzes biosensing data to identify sleep stages, detect sleep disorders, and provide users with personalized sleep recommendations, enabling healthcare and wellness markets to improve sleep quality and health outcomes.

Kuprion

Series A in 2019
Kuprion Inc. is a manufacturer and licensor of nano copper inks and pastes, primarily used in printable electronics and integrated circuit chips. Founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company specializes in its NSA-16 nano copper solder adhesive, which is designed for applications across various sectors, including aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, and healthcare. Kuprion's technology, which emerged from research at Lockheed Martin, offers superior electrical and thermal conductivity compared to traditional solder, making it suitable for high-performance and high-reliability applications in smaller and more powerful electronic devices. The company also provides assembly, packaging, and consulting services, and has secured numerous patents and significant interest from major commercial clients. With manufacturing capabilities in San Jose, California, Kuprion aims to revolutionize the market for advanced electronics by offering a reliable, RoHS-compliant alternative to conventional materials.

Shape

Seed Round in 2019
Shape specializes in developing a 3D body scanning system that allows users to digitally measure and visualize their body composition in photorealistic detail. Utilizing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and computer vision, Shape provides accurate assessments of body metrics that traditional methods cannot capture, including regional volume and changes in body composition. The system offers personalized insights and guidance based on individual user data, helping users track fat loss and muscle gains in an engaging manner. By delivering fast and gamified feedback, Shape aims to transform how individuals approach their health and fitness goals, enhancing motivation and progress tracking.

Remedy

Seed Round in 2018
Remedy is a prescriptive chronic care analytics platform employing artificial intelligence to help value-based health systems determine who should get what care, when, how, and by whom to maximize patient health outcomes per dollar spent. We are a design-driven company with core medical AI technology capable of diagnosing disease, catching hidden high-risk diagnoses, and projecting the development of patient’s health into the future. Built around our core AI engine, our first product Remedy Sentinel helps value-based providers identify hidden chronic, co-morbid conditions and intervene by engaging high-risk patients prior to onset. We envision a world where healthcare marries the science of “health” with the art of “care”: scientific, data-driven decision making drives the best outcomes for each individual patient, and frees providers to focus on applying their human touch. Remedy combines novel artificial intelligence algorithms for predictive medical analytics with a healthcare-optimized product development process to give leaders the tools they need to transform their delivery networks and thrive in a value-based care environment. With this approach, Remedy builds a scalable suite of products that, when deployed, learn from experience, and grow into a solution optimized to fit the needs of specific provider groups and the populations they serve. Remedy systematically maximizes the patient health outcome achieved with each dollar spent by using AI to help determine what care is delivered to whom, when it is delivered, where it is delivered, how it is delivered, followed, and supported, and who should deliver it. We not only surface insights, but also build the necessary tools and helps coordinate step-by-step implementation processes to affect real change.

Phase Four

Seed Round in 2018
Phase Four LLC manufactures satellite propulsion systems. It also provides CubeSats ambipolar thruster, an electrodeless permanent magnet helicon thruster; and Maxwell, a turn key plasma propulsion solution for small satellites. The company’s products are used in commercial, civil, and scientific space missions. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Pasadena, California.

RunSafe Security

Seed Round in 2018
RunSafe Security, Inc. specializes in cybersecurity solutions aimed at protecting embedded systems and devices from cyber threats. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the company has developed a transformation process that strengthens software against memory corruption errors and buffer overflow exploits. Its flagship technology, Alkemist, effectively inoculates systems from various cyber attacks by addressing vulnerabilities at their source. RunSafe's offerings are integrated into build and deployment toolchains, safeguarding open-source, proprietary code, and third-party binaries. The company's diverse clientele includes sectors such as automotive, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, and national security, highlighting its commitment to enhancing cybersecurity across critical infrastructure and connected devices. Additionally, RunSafe has a presence in Huntsville, Alabama, further extending its operational reach.

Meow Wolf

Venture Round in 2018
Meow Wolf LLC is an arts production company based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, founded in 2008. It specializes in creating immersive and interactive experiences that blend elements of a jungle gym, haunted house, and children's museum into unique art exhibits. The company aims to transport audiences of all ages into imaginative realms through a variety of media, including art installations, video, music production, and extended reality content. In addition to its physical installations, Meow Wolf has developed a direct-to-consumer platform that allows fans to engage with its creative intellectual property and access exclusive merchandise such as pins, t-shirts, and other items. The company is actively expanding its presence with plans for multiple new locations and growth in digital entertainment, enhancing its reach and revenue potential while deepening connections with its audience.

Ascent RegTech

Series A in 2018
Ascent Technologies, Inc. specializes in regulatory compliance software designed for financial services firms. Founded in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a cloud-based platform that analyzes business activities to identify potential compliance obligations. This platform aids firms in tracking and adhering to relevant regulatory requirements. Ascent's solutions encompass change management, obligations management, issue tracking, and provide access to industry reference materials and compliance documentation. By streamlining the compliance process, Ascent enables firms to maintain their regulatory standards effectively.

Crunchy Data

Series A in 2018
Crunchy Data, founded in 2012, specializes in enterprise PostgreSQL support and open-source solutions aimed at security-conscious organizations. The company focuses on providing cost-effective alternatives to proprietary software by leveraging the capabilities of open-source PostgreSQL. Its offerings include building secure, mission-critical PostgreSQL deployments and architecting on-demand database provisioning solutions across various cloud infrastructures. Crunchy Data addresses support inefficiencies by ensuring guaranteed access to highly-trained engineers for its clients. The company is dedicated to helping enterprises safely adopt large-scale open-source technologies, thus enabling them to tackle complex data management challenges effectively. By investing in top talent, Crunchy Data strives to deliver exceptional PostgreSQL expertise to its customers.

Fresco

Series A in 2018
Fresco is a smart kitchen platform that develops web and mobile applications to enhance the cooking experience for home cooks. Its flagship applications, Drop Scale and Drop Recipes, guide users step-by-step in discovering, preparing, and sharing a variety of dishes. Fresco's technology integrates with over 100 appliance models from major brands, allowing users to control their kitchen devices through its platform. The applications also facilitate recipe discovery, ingredient substitutions, shopping organization, and community engagement, creating a comprehensive ecosystem for culinary exploration. Founded in 2012, Fresco has established its headquarters in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Zaragoza, Spain.

Ursa Major

Series A in 2017
Ursa Major Technologies, Inc. specializes in manufacturing propulsion solutions for the microsatellite and nanosatellite launch market. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berthoud, Colorado, the company develops advanced engines, including the Ursa Major Hadley and the Ursa Major Ripley. These propulsion systems are primarily composed of materials that are over 80% additively manufactured, utilizing innovative manufacturing techniques to optimize part creation. Ursa Major's propulsion engines operate on liquid oxygen and kerosene, providing aerospace clients with high-performance, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for launch and hypersonic applications.
LookingGlass Cyber Solutions is a cybersecurity software company based in Reston, Virginia, founded in 2006. It specializes in providing deep visibility into the Internet threat landscape, enabling organizations to anticipate and protect against targeted cyber attacks. The company offers a comprehensive threat intelligence platform that serves various sectors, including financial services, defense, government, and energy. Its core product, ScoutVision, utilizes an open architecture to deliver source and sensor agnostic visibility into Internet threats. This allows clients to monitor and manage a wide range of cyber threats, including structured threats, indicators of compromise, and internal network telemetry. By gathering and analyzing threat information from within their networks and beyond, LookingGlass empowers organizations to respond to potential threats rapidly, often before they can impact operations.

Keyssa

Series C in 2017
Keyssa, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of contactless connectors and wireless semiconductors utilizing millimeter-wave technology for data transfer. The company offers a compact system known as Kiss Connectivity, which facilitates simple, secure, and instantaneous data flow between devices without the need for metal connectors, cables, or traditional wireless networks. This innovative solution enables rapid transmission of large amounts of data and video between devices in close proximity while minimizing battery drain. Keyssa's technology relies on extremely high frequency signals and integrates advanced mechanical design, electromagnetics, materials science, and semiconductor technologies. Founded in 2009 and originally known as WaveConnex, Inc., Keyssa is headquartered in Campbell, California, with additional offices in Oregon, China, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Mixed Dimensions

Seed Round in 2017
Mixed Dimensions Inc. specializes in software solutions for the 3D printing industry, focusing on creating connections between the digital and physical realms. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, the company offers several services, including Makeprintable, a cloud-based solution that optimizes and fixes 3D CAD files, and 3D Collectible, which provides a platform for 3D printing services that integrates various printing technologies. Additionally, Mixed Dimensions developed Gameprint, a platform designed for capturing and sharing gameplay moments in a 3D context. By utilizing advanced technologies in 3D printing and robotics, the company aims to enable the on-demand creation of unique objects, thus facilitating a seamless interaction between virtual experiences and physical products.

Karmic

Series B in 2017
Karmic Labs, Inc., based in San Francisco and incorporated in 2014, specializes in smart payment cards that enhance the funding distribution workflow. The company offers corporate cards and modern applications designed to assist users in managing expenses efficiently. By merging payment cards with mobile software, Karmic provides an integrated solution that streamlines expense management for both small and large financial institutions. Its platform is designed for ease of enrollment and real-time mobile experiences, enabling businesses to save time and money while effectively managing their expenditures. Karmic's commitment to developing reliable financial applications positions it as a leader in the industry.

Sapho

Series B in 2017
Sapho empowers employees with a modern portal experience that surfaces personalized and relevant tasks and data using micro-apps. Sapho micro apps are built by IT on top of existing systems using pre-built templates and a drag-and-drop micro app builder. These micro apps available on any device, intranet, or messenger provide employees proactive notifications about interesting system data, actions that need to be completed, and changes in business data that require attention. It was founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in San Bruno, California, United States.

DigiLens

Series B in 2017
DigiLens Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of optical platform and photopolymer technology solutions specializing in waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for both enterprise and consumer markets. DigiLens also provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view and reduces component size in heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. In addition to display technologies, DigiLens supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, which assist users in evaluating and developing wearable devices. Founded in 1997 and based in Sunnyvale, California, DigiLens has positioned itself as a leader in holographic waveguide technology, enabling various industries, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military, to leverage XR capabilities.

Baton

Convertible Note in 2016
Baton Systems Inc. is an information technology company that specializes in developing an on-demand platform for the clearing, settling, and management of payments related to financial transactions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Baton serves a range of clients including global banks, custodian banks, and exchanges. The company's platform enhances the efficiency of the payments infrastructure within capital markets by providing a flexible and transparent digital market environment. Baton’s software facilitates riskless settlement of both cash and securities, enabling seamless asset movement across financial markets. By transitioning from traditional server-based systems to fully digital infrastructures, Baton aims to streamline the post-trade process and improve operational efficiency within the financial sector.

Device Authority

Venture Round in 2016
Device Authority Ltd designs and develops identity and access management solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company offers KeyScaler, a platform that delivers automated device provisioning, authentication, credential management, update, and policy-driven data encryption solutions. It serves video surveillance, industrial, healthcare, and connected device industries. Device Authority Ltd was formerly known as Cryptosoft Ltd. and changed its name to Device Authority Ltd in April 2016. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom with an additional office in Fremont, California. As of September 15, 2014, Device Authority Ltd operates as a subsidiary of TERN plc.

GfyCat

Seed Round in 2016
Gfycat is GIF hosting platform that allows users to create, discover, and share GIFs through their mobile phones and computers. The company is based in Palo Alto, California, United States and was founded in 2013.

Blackstorm Labs

Venture Round in 2016
Blackstorm provides a lightweight universal development environment that can be used to create and share high-performance applications. We aspire to exist in a world free of the constraints and limitations of app stores -- and we provide the technology to create and enable that.

Intelyt

Convertible Note in 2016
Intelyt specializes in developing Internet of Things (IoT)-based supply chain technology that enhances the efficiency and security of operations involving critical shipments and high-value assets. Leveraging decades of experience in tracking and monitoring technologies, Intelyt provides innovative solutions that offer unprecedented visibility into the status and location of products and assets worldwide. Their technologies are engineered for rapid deployment and utilize advanced, power-efficient tracking and sensor systems, all built on a scalable infrastructure. This approach allows clients to implement flexible solutions that enable effective monitoring of shipments, facilitate informed decision-making, and protect intellectual property and brand integrity.

Sapho

Series A in 2016
Sapho empowers employees with a modern portal experience that surfaces personalized and relevant tasks and data using micro-apps. Sapho micro apps are built by IT on top of existing systems using pre-built templates and a drag-and-drop micro app builder. These micro apps available on any device, intranet, or messenger provide employees proactive notifications about interesting system data, actions that need to be completed, and changes in business data that require attention. It was founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in San Bruno, California, United States.

Device Authority

Venture Round in 2016
Device Authority Ltd designs and develops identity and access management solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company offers KeyScaler, a platform that delivers automated device provisioning, authentication, credential management, update, and policy-driven data encryption solutions. It serves video surveillance, industrial, healthcare, and connected device industries. Device Authority Ltd was formerly known as Cryptosoft Ltd. and changed its name to Device Authority Ltd in April 2016. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom with an additional office in Fremont, California. As of September 15, 2014, Device Authority Ltd operates as a subsidiary of TERN plc.

Niantic

Series A in 2016
Niantic’s mission is to use emerging technology to enrich our experiences as human beings in the physical world. We seek to build products that inspire movement, exploration, and face-to-face social interaction. Originally formed at Google in 2010, we are now an independent company with a strong group of investors including Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, and Alsop Louie Partners. We’re focused on building games that get people outside and exploring by enabling our players to have fun while visiting new places, learning about the world around them, and meeting new friends. We’ve launched Ingress, an immersive real-world mobile game played by millions of people; it's been downloaded more than 20 million times and is played in over 200 countries and territories worldwide. We've also developed Pokémon GO, which has broken records around the world and has been downloaded more than 750 million times in its first year.

LoanHero

Seed Round in 2016
LoanHero, Inc. operates a loan origination platform designed to facilitate the approval of customer loans for lenders and merchants. Founded in 2014 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides a streamlined process that offers credit decisions, promotional financing options, and competitive loan products catering to various credit levels. LoanHero's platform enables merchants to extend instant financing at the point of sale across multiple industries, including furniture, electronics, home improvement, auto repair, and healthcare services. This innovative approach allows consumers to secure financing for important purchases, often exceeding $1,000, while ensuring they receive the best available loan products. As a rapidly growing entity in retail finance, LoanHero collaborates with Credit Unions to enhance lending options for consumers. As of early 2018, LoanHero operates as a subsidiary of LendingPoint LLC.

HOVER

Series A in 2015
HOVER Inc. is a technology company that specializes in creating home measurement applications that generate interactive 3D models of properties. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, HOVER's platform allows users, including contractors and insurance professionals, to convert smartphone photos into accurate, photo-realistic 3D models. This technology facilitates exterior measurements and assists in producing estimates and appraisals for home improvement and insurance claims. By delivering detailed property data, HOVER enhances the home improvement experience, enabling homeowners to visualize projects, receive accurate estimates, and streamline insurance processes. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with SRS Distribution Inc. to further extend its reach in the market.
LookingGlass Cyber Solutions is a cybersecurity software company based in Reston, Virginia, founded in 2006. It specializes in providing deep visibility into the Internet threat landscape, enabling organizations to anticipate and protect against targeted cyber attacks. The company offers a comprehensive threat intelligence platform that serves various sectors, including financial services, defense, government, and energy. Its core product, ScoutVision, utilizes an open architecture to deliver source and sensor agnostic visibility into Internet threats. This allows clients to monitor and manage a wide range of cyber threats, including structured threats, indicators of compromise, and internal network telemetry. By gathering and analyzing threat information from within their networks and beyond, LookingGlass empowers organizations to respond to potential threats rapidly, often before they can impact operations.

Mixed Dimensions

Convertible Note in 2015
Mixed Dimensions Inc. specializes in software solutions for the 3D printing industry, focusing on creating connections between the digital and physical realms. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, the company offers several services, including Makeprintable, a cloud-based solution that optimizes and fixes 3D CAD files, and 3D Collectible, which provides a platform for 3D printing services that integrates various printing technologies. Additionally, Mixed Dimensions developed Gameprint, a platform designed for capturing and sharing gameplay moments in a 3D context. By utilizing advanced technologies in 3D printing and robotics, the company aims to enable the on-demand creation of unique objects, thus facilitating a seamless interaction between virtual experiences and physical products.

New Matter

Series A in 2015
New Matter, Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D printers aimed at homes, schools, and offices, with a focus on delivering an accessible and integrated 3D printing experience. Founded in 2014 and based in Pasadena, California, the company initially operated under the name IdeaShaper, Inc. Its flagship product, the MOD-t desktop 3D printer, is designed to make 3D printing both affordable and user-friendly, thereby targeting the consumer market with the goal of making this technology widely available. New Matter serves its customers primarily through online channels.

Device Authority

Venture Round in 2014
Device Authority Ltd designs and develops identity and access management solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company offers KeyScaler, a platform that delivers automated device provisioning, authentication, credential management, update, and policy-driven data encryption solutions. It serves video surveillance, industrial, healthcare, and connected device industries. Device Authority Ltd was formerly known as Cryptosoft Ltd. and changed its name to Device Authority Ltd in April 2016. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom with an additional office in Fremont, California. As of September 15, 2014, Device Authority Ltd operates as a subsidiary of TERN plc.

Wickr

Series B in 2014
Wickr Inc. is a mobile communication application that specializes in providing military-grade encryption for text, images, audio, and video messages. Launched in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Wickr offers secure communication channels for both private messaging and collaboration among individuals, small teams, and large enterprises. Its applications, including Wickr Me, facilitate top-secret messaging, enabling users to send and receive encrypted messages without leaving a trace. The platform is designed to protect users’ privacy, as only the recipient can decrypt the messages, and Wickr does not retain decryption keys. With hundreds of thousands of downloads across over 113 countries, Wickr serves a diverse clientele, including reporters, military personnel, celebrities, and everyday users. The company’s protocol for ephemeral messaging employs standard encryption algorithms suitable for mobile devices and can be integrated into other communication platforms, enhancing security and privacy for all users.

Aerospike

Series C in 2014
Aerospike, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in NoSQL database solutions, offering both enterprise and open-source versions of its platform. The company provides a range of features, including key-value storage, flexible data models, user-defined functions, and geographic replication, which help organizations manage and scale their data effectively. Aerospike's solutions are designed to address data bottlenecks and reduce infrastructure complexity, making it suitable for a variety of applications, including fraud detection, e-commerce, and global digital payment systems. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Aerospike serves a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 100 companies, and also offers community and enterprise support, as well as consulting services. The company has additional offices in Bengaluru, London, and Or Yehuda.

Avni Networks

Seed Round in 2014
Avni Networks, founded by former executives from Juniper and experts in cloud, networking, and virtualization, specializes in cloud virtualization technology that supports customers' private, hybrid, or public cloud strategies. The company's Software Defined Cloud platform allows organizations to deploy complete services, including applications and network services, across their chosen cloud environments. This technology enables rapid deployment, automatic service level agreements (SLAs), and seamless migration between different cloud platforms, thus preventing vendor lock-in. Avni Networks focuses on helping businesses scale on-demand and optimize their cloud application deployments.

Wickr

Series A in 2014
Wickr Inc. is a mobile communication application that specializes in providing military-grade encryption for text, images, audio, and video messages. Launched in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Wickr offers secure communication channels for both private messaging and collaboration among individuals, small teams, and large enterprises. Its applications, including Wickr Me, facilitate top-secret messaging, enabling users to send and receive encrypted messages without leaving a trace. The platform is designed to protect users’ privacy, as only the recipient can decrypt the messages, and Wickr does not retain decryption keys. With hundreds of thousands of downloads across over 113 countries, Wickr serves a diverse clientele, including reporters, military personnel, celebrities, and everyday users. The company’s protocol for ephemeral messaging employs standard encryption algorithms suitable for mobile devices and can be integrated into other communication platforms, enhancing security and privacy for all users.

Net Power & Light

Venture Round in 2014
Net Power & Light (NPL) is dedicated to delivering a new kind of powerful technology platform that gives users the freedom and the tools to connect, collaborate, and create more deeply. Founded in 2009, NPL has numerous patented innovations that change the way people experience media, entertainment, and communications. The company’s premier product, Spin™, allows users to collaborate and create in a highly immersive environment, and allows developers using the company’s powerful LUX™ Network Operating System to develop rich collaboration and media-based applications for business users and consumers. Headquartered in San Francisco, Net Power & Light is backed by investors including Alsop Louie Partners, SingTel Innov8, Peninsula Ventures, and BSkyB. For more information, go to www.netpowerandlight.com.

Phizzle

Series B in 2013
Phizzle, Inc. is an engagement automation software company that specializes in fan engagement and data management solutions. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in New York and Broomfield, Phizzle offers a platform that consolidates and analyzes multiple data sources to enhance customer interactions. Its flagship product, phz.io, allows users to create customized engagement applications that leverage a robust data warehouse and visualization tools. The platform supports various functions, including consumer management, gamification, and omni-channel communication, serving a diverse clientele that includes brands, colleges, and media organizations. Phizzle's technology utilizes the Internet of Things to gather and analyze both digital and real-world customer actions, enabling enterprises to automate processes and make informed decisions in critical operational environments.

Twitch

Series C in 2013
Twitch is a leading social video platform dedicated to gamers, with over 100 million users engaging monthly to broadcast, watch, and discuss video games. It serves as a crucial hub for the video game ecosystem, connecting game developers, publishers, media outlets, esports events, and user-generated content. By facilitating both live and on-demand video distribution, Twitch has established itself as a central player in the gaming community and entertainment industry. Its popularity is underscored by recognition as one of the largest websites in terms of peak internet traffic, solidifying its role as the epicenter of social video for gamers.

Jetlore

Series A in 2013
Jetlore, Inc. is an artificial intelligence-driven prediction platform tailored for retailers, founded by Stanford computer scientists in 2010 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The platform analyzes customer actions and behaviors to generate structured predictive attributes, such as size, color, fit, and style preferences. This unique capability positions Jetlore as a leading customer data platform for business-to-consumer companies. Its technology enables major retailers and hospitality firms to enhance content personalization, improve merchandising decisions, and optimize search functionality, thereby transforming customer service experiences. Notably, five of the top 20 retailers and numerous omni-channel companies utilize Jetlore’s platform, optimizing hundreds of millions of customer interactions monthly. Clients, including eBay, LG, Nordstrom Rack, and Uniqlo, have reported revenue increases of up to 80% from their CRM channels, underscoring the effectiveness of Jetlore's solutions. As of May 2018, Jetlore operates as a subsidiary of PayPal Holdings, Inc.

Toopher

Series A in 2013
Toopher is a developer of an innovative authentication technology that aims to prevent online fraud and identity theft. The platform offers a multifactor authentication solution that utilizes the location awareness of smartphones to enhance security without the inconvenience commonly associated with traditional two-factor authentication methods. By automating out-of-band authentication, Toopher learns users' typical locations through a mobile application, thereby providing a seamless security experience. This technology not only secures logins but also confirms identities during critical actions such as fund transfers and purchases, addressing the growing need for robust protection in digital transactions. Through its approach, Toopher significantly reduces the risks of online fraud, offering a valuable solution for both consumers and businesses.

Twitch

Series B in 2012
Twitch is a leading social video platform dedicated to gamers, with over 100 million users engaging monthly to broadcast, watch, and discuss video games. It serves as a crucial hub for the video game ecosystem, connecting game developers, publishers, media outlets, esports events, and user-generated content. By facilitating both live and on-demand video distribution, Twitch has established itself as a central player in the gaming community and entertainment industry. Its popularity is underscored by recognition as one of the largest websites in terms of peak internet traffic, solidifying its role as the epicenter of social video for gamers.

Aerospike

Series B in 2012
Aerospike, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in NoSQL database solutions, offering both enterprise and open-source versions of its platform. The company provides a range of features, including key-value storage, flexible data models, user-defined functions, and geographic replication, which help organizations manage and scale their data effectively. Aerospike's solutions are designed to address data bottlenecks and reduce infrastructure complexity, making it suitable for a variety of applications, including fraud detection, e-commerce, and global digital payment systems. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Aerospike serves a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 100 companies, and also offers community and enterprise support, as well as consulting services. The company has additional offices in Bengaluru, London, and Or Yehuda.

Goko

Series A in 2012
Goko is the first platform to help developers build, distribute, & monetize HTML5 social games everywhere.

Zephyr Technology

Series C in 2012
Zephyr™ is a global leader in real-time physiological and biomechanical monitoring, or “Physical Status Monitoring” (PSM) solutions for mHealth, Defense, First Responder, Training and Research markets. Founded in 2003, Zephyr Technology is a US based business, with headquarters in Annapolis, Maryland. Zephyr™ is a pioneer in the use of PSM in training and high stress operational environments. The company’s ongoing collaboration with fire departments, NASA Ames Research Centre, National Guard Civil Support Teams, and multiple US Special Forces contracts has been invaluable in the development and validation of Zephyr™’s technology, and its application in the most extreme operating environments. Zephyr™ strategic partners include Motorola, Department of Defense / Technical Support Working Group (TSWG), UCLA Medical School Stanford University Sports Medicine Dept, NASA Ames. Based in Annapolis, Maryland, Zephyr™ leverages a world class team of engineers, scientists, physiologists and business experts. Local universities and government labs augment Zephyr™’s internal development in specialized areas such as materials science, garment and textile design, sports science, medical monitoring and software / web applications. In addition to the US, Zephyr™ has distributors and representatives in key markets such as the UK, Germany and Singapore.
LookingGlass Cyber Solutions is a cybersecurity software company based in Reston, Virginia, founded in 2006. It specializes in providing deep visibility into the Internet threat landscape, enabling organizations to anticipate and protect against targeted cyber attacks. The company offers a comprehensive threat intelligence platform that serves various sectors, including financial services, defense, government, and energy. Its core product, ScoutVision, utilizes an open architecture to deliver source and sensor agnostic visibility into Internet threats. This allows clients to monitor and manage a wide range of cyber threats, including structured threats, indicators of compromise, and internal network telemetry. By gathering and analyzing threat information from within their networks and beyond, LookingGlass empowers organizations to respond to potential threats rapidly, often before they can impact operations.

FrameHawk

Series B in 2011
Framehawk is a software development company headquartered in downtown San Francisco, California. Their products enable your customers, employees, partners and clients to engage in fully mobile business (with 100% data security and full access management) using the iPad/iPhone, the XOOM/DROID, and any other tablet or smartphone. They allow access to your applications and websites from any mobile device instantly, enabling them to run effectively anywhere there is the barest minimum of a 3G wireless network connection.

Phizzle

Series A in 2011
Phizzle, Inc. is an engagement automation software company that specializes in fan engagement and data management solutions. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in New York and Broomfield, Phizzle offers a platform that consolidates and analyzes multiple data sources to enhance customer interactions. Its flagship product, phz.io, allows users to create customized engagement applications that leverage a robust data warehouse and visualization tools. The platform supports various functions, including consumer management, gamification, and omni-channel communication, serving a diverse clientele that includes brands, colleges, and media organizations. Phizzle's technology utilizes the Internet of Things to gather and analyze both digital and real-world customer actions, enabling enterprises to automate processes and make informed decisions in critical operational environments.

Ness Computing

Series A in 2011
Ness Computing is focused on personalizing search results and recommendations to enhance user experiences. By leveraging its expertise in search technology, recommendations, and social networking, Ness aims to help individuals discover enjoyable experiences tailored to their preferences. The company's initial product is an app designed to recommend new restaurants, marking its entry into the personalized search market. Through its innovative approach, Ness Computing seeks to transform how people find and engage with dining options.

FrameHawk

Series A in 2011
Framehawk is a software development company headquartered in downtown San Francisco, California. Their products enable your customers, employees, partners and clients to engage in fully mobile business (with 100% data security and full access management) using the iPad/iPhone, the XOOM/DROID, and any other tablet or smartphone. They allow access to your applications and websites from any mobile device instantly, enabling them to run effectively anywhere there is the barest minimum of a 3G wireless network connection.

Keyssa

Series B in 2011
Keyssa, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of contactless connectors and wireless semiconductors utilizing millimeter-wave technology for data transfer. The company offers a compact system known as Kiss Connectivity, which facilitates simple, secure, and instantaneous data flow between devices without the need for metal connectors, cables, or traditional wireless networks. This innovative solution enables rapid transmission of large amounts of data and video between devices in close proximity while minimizing battery drain. Keyssa's technology relies on extremely high frequency signals and integrates advanced mechanical design, electromagnetics, materials science, and semiconductor technologies. Founded in 2009 and originally known as WaveConnex, Inc., Keyssa is headquartered in Campbell, California, with additional offices in Oregon, China, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Resilient Network Systems

Series A in 2011
Resilient Network Systems' new class of Internet servers extends the reach of the Internet to protected data and application content by introducing new methods of establishing trust and giving owners customized control over how their content is used. For every request through these servers, all policies between all parties, including incremental security or authentication services, are brokered and enforced by the network before the transaction occurs, thus removing concerns that valuable or private content will fall in to the wrong hands.

Aerospike

Series A in 2011
Aerospike, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in NoSQL database solutions, offering both enterprise and open-source versions of its platform. The company provides a range of features, including key-value storage, flexible data models, user-defined functions, and geographic replication, which help organizations manage and scale their data effectively. Aerospike's solutions are designed to address data bottlenecks and reduce infrastructure complexity, making it suitable for a variety of applications, including fraud detection, e-commerce, and global digital payment systems. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Aerospike serves a diverse clientele, from startups to Fortune 100 companies, and also offers community and enterprise support, as well as consulting services. The company has additional offices in Bengaluru, London, and Or Yehuda.

Ruckus Media Group

Series A in 2011
At Ruckus Media, they are reinventing family entertainment—and taking it on the road—with original apps for iPad, iPhone, Droid, and other mobile media platforms. They bring Jon Scieszka, Rosemary Wells, Andrew Clements, Patricia MacLachlan, Alan Katz, David Carter, Kevin Lewis, Mike Austin, and Caitlin Friedman, among many other bestselling authors and illustrators, animators, celebrity performers and musicians together with talented editors and software developers to create a completely new form of storytelling. When children open Ruckus apps, turning and tilting pages, touching words and art, they read, see, and enter a story. Words, pictures, music, and dynamics made possible only by touch screen technology are woven to tell original stories to entrance and expand their imaginations. As with their favorite picture books, children will be enriched by and return to Ruckus apps again and again.

Kidlandia

Venture Round in 2011
Kidlandia, Inc. is an online platform that allows parents and children to collaboratively create personalized fantasy maps. Founded in 2005 and based in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in designing maps named after children and their relatives, as well as offering related products such as puzzles, canvas scrolls, and gallery-wrapped canvases. Kidlandia provides a unique space for families to explore creativity and storytelling, as users can populate their fantasylands with whimsical characters and elements that reflect their family stories.

Elastic Intelligence

Venture Round in 2010
Elastic Intelligence is the developer and marketer of the Connection Cloud, the first and only real-time SQL-based Platform-as-a-Service for connecting to your SaaS data for reporting, BI and application development. The Connection Cloud greatly simplifies access to business information. Using Connection Cloud, business users and application developers can access their data from where it resides, eliminating the need for a data warehouse, or additional IT support. Elastic Intelligence also develops and markets the Data Liberator Toolkit, a free open source toolkit that enables SaaS vendors to enable their applications on the Connection Cloud. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Redux

Series B in 2010
Redux makes discovering exceptional online video as enjoyable and effortless as watching cable television - Redux delivers a lean-back TV experience programmed by curators and friends that share your taste.

Crowdcast

Series A in 2010
Crowdcast is a software platform that offers crowd forecasting solutions, allowing companies to gain insights into their business operations by leveraging the knowledge and perspectives of employees and partners. This innovative approach transforms forecasting into an engaging experience for participants, who are rewarded for their accurate predictions regarding key events and metrics. For executives, Crowdcast serves as a valuable resource that delivers unbiased insights, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions. By bridging traditional business intelligence with enterprise social network applications, Crowdcast provides businesses with a tool to generate accurate predictions and improve overall outcomes.
newMentor provides medical content to the healthcare and life sciences industries in the United States. The company offers content creation, medical review, medical writing and referencing, disease content, treatment guidelines, diagnostic and treatment algorithms, and content evaluation and evidence rating services. It provides subject matter of various medical markets, including allergy/immunology, alternative medicine, anesthesiology, cardiology, critical care, dermatology, emergency medicine, EMS/paramedic, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, geriatrics, hematology, infectious disease, internal medicine, nephrology, neurology, OB/GYN, oncology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, otolaryngology, pediatrics, physical medicine/rehabilitation, psychiatry, pulmonary medicine, radiology, rheumatology, sports medicine, surgery, toxicology, and urology. The company’s content is used for physician training, clinical performance improvement support, and consumer medical information education. It serves medical publishers, online medical content providers, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, and mobile healthcare solution providers. newMentor was founded in 1994 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Moonshoot

Venture Round in 2010
Moonshoot is a company focused on making English language learning enjoyable for children through online games. Launched in Japan in April 2010, the service aims to engage young learners by transforming the educational experience into an entertaining activity. The program is designed to help children build a vocabulary of 600 words and 200 phrases, equipping them with the language skills necessary to read up to 50 classic children's books. By combining play with education, Moonshoot seeks to inspire a passion for language learning in children worldwide.

FrameHawk

Series A in 2010
Framehawk is a software development company headquartered in downtown San Francisco, California. Their products enable your customers, employees, partners and clients to engage in fully mobile business (with 100% data security and full access management) using the iPad/iPhone, the XOOM/DROID, and any other tablet or smartphone. They allow access to your applications and websites from any mobile device instantly, enabling them to run effectively anywhere there is the barest minimum of a 3G wireless network connection.

Next Big Sound

Seed Round in 2009
Next Big Sound Inc. is a provider of online music analytics and insights tailored for the music industry. Established in 2008 and based in New York, the company offers a platform that tracks and analyzes various metrics for hundreds of thousands of artists across major online platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter. The services provided help artists, managers, and record labels make informed decisions by delivering data-driven insights, including tracking artist traffic, sales, and social media engagement. The Next Big Sound Premier platform enhances this by allowing users to visualize fan engagement and sales data through detailed graphs, segmented by geographic region. The company operates as a subsidiary of Pandora Media, Inc. since 2015 and serves a diverse clientele ranging from individual music creators to large record labels.

Smith & Tinker

Venture Round in 2009
Smith & Tinker is an electronic entertainment company founded in 2007 by Jeremy Bornstein, Lenny Raymond, Kev Ray, and Jordan Weisman. In late 2007 the first three left the company and Weisman recruited Tim Lebel and Joe Lawandus. On October 15, 2007, they announced that they had licensed from Microsoft the rights for Weisman's previous creations of MechWarrior, Shadowrun, Crimson Skies and other FASA titles and would be announcing their plans for these intellectual properties at a later date. The first game from Smith & Tinker was Nanovor. Nanovor is an online battle game targeted to 7 - 12 year olds. Nanovor was released to public beta in May 2009. Smith & Tinker are also responsible, in conjunction with Piranha Games, for the future release of Mechwarrior as announced on June 8/09.

TopSchool

Series B in 2009
TopSchool provides a Student Lifecycle Management System – which consists of a student information system at its core, and is complemented by a student portal, a CRM, , and a Reporting/Business Intelligence suite. This offering provides an institution with key insights into their business – insight that can significantly impact lead conversion and student retention efforts.

Sportgenic

Series B in 2008
Sportgenic, previously known as Active Athlete, Inc., is an online media and technology company that caters to the interests of sports enthusiasts. The company operates a network of specialized websites, including training resources, competition platforms, social networks, and content hubs tailored for sports fans. By leveraging proprietary technology and deep expertise in the sports domain, Sportgenic effectively connects marketers with engaged consumers, enhancing ad targeting and improving return on investment for advertising campaigns. Through its software-driven media planning tools, Sportgenic enables advertisers to efficiently plan, execute, and manage integrated marketing campaigns across multiple media types, ultimately fostering a strong connection between brands and their target audiences within the sports community.

NetWitness

Series A in 2008
NetWitness Corporation specializes in network security monitoring software for commercial and government organizations globally, including the United Kingdom. The company provides a range of solutions designed to enhance network security, such as NetWitness NextGen, which addresses various security challenges including insider threats, data leakage, and compliance verification. Additionally, it offers advanced threat intelligence and forensic capabilities for security professionals, along with infrastructure products like Investigator for contextual analysis, Informer for automated reporting, Decoder for network data recording, and Concentrator for real-time data aggregation. NetWitness also features SIEMLink, which facilitates the translation of security event data between different management systems. The company primarily serves sectors such as defense, financial services, and law enforcement. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, NetWitness has established strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings.

Sportgenic

Series A in 2008
Sportgenic, previously known as Active Athlete, Inc., is an online media and technology company that caters to the interests of sports enthusiasts. The company operates a network of specialized websites, including training resources, competition platforms, social networks, and content hubs tailored for sports fans. By leveraging proprietary technology and deep expertise in the sports domain, Sportgenic effectively connects marketers with engaged consumers, enhancing ad targeting and improving return on investment for advertising campaigns. Through its software-driven media planning tools, Sportgenic enables advertisers to efficiently plan, execute, and manage integrated marketing campaigns across multiple media types, ultimately fostering a strong connection between brands and their target audiences within the sports community.

TopSchool

Series A in 2008
TopSchool provides a Student Lifecycle Management System – which consists of a student information system at its core, and is complemented by a student portal, a CRM, , and a Reporting/Business Intelligence suite. This offering provides an institution with key insights into their business – insight that can significantly impact lead conversion and student retention efforts.

Redux

Series A in 2008
Redux makes discovering exceptional online video as enjoyable and effortless as watching cable television - Redux delivers a lean-back TV experience programmed by curators and friends that share your taste.

Gowalla

Series A in 2008
Gowalla is an augmented reality social game and a social guide that enables users to share and discover photos, experiences, and recommendations related to various locations and cities. Launched in 2009 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Gowalla features an award-winning mobile app and website that offer a growing collection of guides curated by both the community and renowned experts from organizations like Disney and National Geographic. The platform facilitates the exploration of beloved places and parks worldwide, making it easy for friends and families to connect and share their travel experiences. Backed by notable investors, Gowalla aims to enhance how users interact with their surroundings through social engagement.

Cleversafe

Series C in 2007
Cleversafe, Inc. develops Web-scale storage solutions. It offers an enterprise storage solution that enables businesses to store, manage, and access data at petabyte scale and more. The company provides content repository, Storage-as-a-Service, enterprise collaboration, backup, and archive solutions. It serves financial service and insurance, health care and life science, media and entertainment, oil and gas, service provider, and government markets worldwide. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of November 6, 2015, Cleversafe, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corporation.

Justin.TV

Series A in 2007
Founded in October 2006, Justin.tv is an online community that enables users to create, share, and broadcast live videos. The platform allows individuals to stream events, classes, and gatherings to audiences in over 250 countries, facilitating real-time communication among viewers. With a robust infrastructure, Justin.tv supports over 428,000 channels and attracts more than 41 million unique visitors each month, with users watching over 300 million videos monthly. The platform is engineered to handle significant traffic by dynamically adjusting to demand, ensuring seamless streaming experiences. Headquartered in San Francisco, Justin.tv was developed by a team of graduates from MIT and Yale, and it is backed by notable investors such as Y Combinator and Draper Associates.

FlickIM

Series A in 2007
FlickIM is a chat program designed specifically for the iPhone. The application is made entirely in javascript; however, you cannot access the service if you are not on the iPhone. The product currently only supports AIM. FlickIM is a product of NextThree, which is currently in stealth mode. NextThree is currently based in Berkeley.

Redux

Seed Round in 2007
Redux makes discovering exceptional online video as enjoyable and effortless as watching cable television - Redux delivers a lean-back TV experience programmed by curators and friends that share your taste.

Cleversafe

Series B in 2007
Cleversafe, Inc. develops Web-scale storage solutions. It offers an enterprise storage solution that enables businesses to store, manage, and access data at petabyte scale and more. The company provides content repository, Storage-as-a-Service, enterprise collaboration, backup, and archive solutions. It serves financial service and insurance, health care and life science, media and entertainment, oil and gas, service provider, and government markets worldwide. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of November 6, 2015, Cleversafe, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corporation.

Sportgenic

Seed Round in 2007
Sportgenic, previously known as Active Athlete, Inc., is an online media and technology company that caters to the interests of sports enthusiasts. The company operates a network of specialized websites, including training resources, competition platforms, social networks, and content hubs tailored for sports fans. By leveraging proprietary technology and deep expertise in the sports domain, Sportgenic effectively connects marketers with engaged consumers, enhancing ad targeting and improving return on investment for advertising campaigns. Through its software-driven media planning tools, Sportgenic enables advertisers to efficiently plan, execute, and manage integrated marketing campaigns across multiple media types, ultimately fostering a strong connection between brands and their target audiences within the sports community.

Cake Financial

Series A in 2007
Cake Financial is a social investment service that enables individuals to securely track all their investment portfolios in one location. The platform allows users to analyze their historical performance over a period of up to ten years while maintaining privacy regarding personal financial details. Users can view real-time portfolios and performance data of their network, including friends, family, and expert investors, without disclosing sensitive information such as net worth or specific holdings. Additionally, the service features investment journals where users can share insights, seek advice, and discuss transactions. Cake Financial employs robust security measures to protect user data, including options for anonymous usernames. The platform also includes features like activity alerts for investment actions within a trusted network and tools to connect with investors who share similar strategies. Funded by Alsop Louie Partners and various angel investors, Cake Financial competes with other social investment platforms in the market.

Ribbit

Series A in 2006
Ribbit Corporation is a telecommunications company that delivers voice and web services tailored for both consumers and businesses. The company offers a range of products, including Ribbit Mobile, which integrates mobile phone functionality with online services, and SmartSwitch, a versatile soft switch enabling calls across various devices and communication protocols. Additionally, Ribbit provides Ribbit for Oracle CRM On Demand, a mobile productivity solution for users of Oracle's CRM platform. The company also develops a carrier-grade telephony and software infrastructure platform designed for creating, testing, deploying, and managing voice and communication applications. Ribbit's services extend to various sectors, including travel and hospitality, telecommunications, media, finance, and healthcare. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Ribbit Corporation operates as a subsidiary of BT Group plc.

Three Rings

Series A in 2006
Three Rings was an internet games development company based in San Francisco. Puzzle Pirates (casual action puzzle MMOARRPG) was their first and most successful title, followed by Bang! Howdy (Steampunk tactical turn-based MMO), Whirled (user-created Flash / web virtual world) and Spiral Knights (action adventure MMO). Three Rings also made a Doctor Who game with the BBC, a How to Train your Dragon game with Dreamworks and various Facebook games and other experiments. Three Rings was acquired by SEGA of Japan in 2011 and operated as a studio within SEGA until early 2016.
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