Amidzad Partners

Amidzad Partners is a venture capital firm established in 2000 and located in Redwood City, California. The firm specializes in seed, startup, and early-stage investments, primarily focusing on emerging growth companies in sectors such as enterprise software and security, financial technology, communication and storage, consumer products and services, and life sciences. With over 50 years of combined entrepreneurial experience and more than 25 years in investing, Amidzad Partners has developed a robust network of serial entrepreneurs, strategic investors, and industry leaders who provide valuable support to their portfolio companies. The firm primarily targets investments in the United States, with a particular emphasis on the West Coast, aiming to partner with entrepreneurs to foster the growth of successful businesses.

Rahim Amidi

Founding General Partner

43 past transactions

Verlocal

Seed Round in 2015
Verlocal is a community-driven marketplace evolving the way individuals are building businesses by connecting them to others who are looking to discover local classes, events, handmade products, and services.

Aisle50

Venture Round in 2012
Aisle50, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that provides a web portal for consumers to access discounted grocery offers, which can be redeemed at participating retailers. Founded in 2011, Aisle50 operates primarily by partnering with food manufacturers and retailers to facilitate grocery deals that are purchased online and redeemed at traditional grocery stores. The platform typically integrates with retailers' loyalty card systems, although participation does not require a loyalty card. Aisle50 aims to enhance the shopping experience for consumers by offering larger discounts than typically available, while also delivering significant benefits to food manufacturers and retailers, such as increased sales and customer engagement. As a subsidiary of Groupon, Aisle50 focuses on creating a mutually beneficial ecosystem that drives traffic to grocery stores and provides value to consumers.

Nor1

Series A in 2009
Nor1, Inc. specializes in data-driven merchandising solutions for the travel industry, particularly hotels, resorts, and airlines. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance guest experiences and maximize revenue. Its key solutions include eStandby Upgrade, a pre-arrival upsell service; eReach, a customer engagement platform; eFDU, which assists front desk teams with upselling at check-in; and PRiME, a real-time pricing and merchandising engine that leverages data to optimize upsell offers. Nor1's technology aims to strengthen brand loyalty and improve financial outcomes for hospitality businesses by providing customized upsell opportunities based on guest preferences and feedback. The company has expanded its reach with additional offices in Singapore, Frankfurt, and San Jose del Cabo, and operates as a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

Clixtr

Series A in 2009
Clixtr is a provider of a mobile photo-sharing platform that transforms smartphones into smartcameras by utilizing location-based technologies. The platform allows users to create public events and upload photos, enabling the generation of real-time event photo streams. Users can engage with ongoing events, contributing photos and following streams based on location or popularity. This functionality facilitates an interactive experience, allowing individuals to browse and participate in events happening nearby or globally. Clixtr aims to enhance social connectivity and real-time sharing through its innovative mobile platform.

Stiki Digital

Series A in 2008
Stiki Digital enables companies to offer digital content as promotional gifts and point of sales rewards.

Zetta

Series A in 2008
Zetta provides cloud-based data protection for enterprise and SMBs. It was founded in 2008 by Internet pioneers dedicated to advancing innovation in the cloud and creating better data protection for the modern business.

Vivu

Series A in 2008
ViVu specializes in providing innovative videoconferencing solutions designed for seamless global communication. The company offers a browser-based video platform that is user-friendly, cost-effective, and requires no downloads, allowing users to initiate video chats and share desktops effortlessly. This flexibility enables participation from a wide range of devices, including PCs, Macs, and mobile devices, accommodating both small teams and large groups. ViVu's technology is utilized by Fortune 500 companies and supports various applications such as online meetings, interactive training, sales presentations, IT support, and e-learning. The platform's compatibility with popular software enhances its functionality, making it a reliable choice for organizations seeking to improve their online meeting experiences.

Zephyr

Series A in 2008
Zephyr offers on-demand enterprise test management software that facilitates comprehensive management of the testing life-cycle within organizations. The platform encompasses various aspects, including resource allocation, release planning, sprint management, test case creation, scheduling, test execution, defect tracking, documentation, and collaboration, while providing real-time reporting and metrics. Zephyr's robust solutions cater to the diverse software testing demands of over a million users across multiple industries such as finance, healthcare, media, automotive, IT services, and enterprise software. Through its feature-rich products, Zephyr addresses the evolving needs of software test management in a global context.

Rover

Seed Round in 2008
Rover Rover is an advanced personalization and recommendation technology app. Its Recommendation Engine is also used to power discovery on numerous third party news and media sites. Rover helps people discover content they love, that they never knew existed from a wide variety of over 15,000 topics. The recommendation engine uses machine learning to learn a user's fine-grained interests through content a user engages with while being respectful of a user's need for privacy. Rover also connects to other people who are influential in topics that care about and help discover other people with similar interests. Rover uses Machine Learning to help people discover content they love that they never knew existed. It was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.

VUDU

Series C in 2008
Vudu, Inc. specializes in digital technologies and services that deliver Internet entertainment to consumers' high-definition televisions and home theaters. The company offers products such as the Vudu Box and Vudu XL, which provide access to a wide range of movies and TV shows, as well as the Vudu Wireless Kit that connects these devices to the Internet. In addition to its core offerings, Vudu sells accessories including replacement remotes, power adapters, and AC cords. The company collaborates with movie studios, independent studios, and distributors to provide its content. Vudu’s products are available through authorized installers and online, catering to a diverse audience seeking home entertainment solutions.

Telly

Angel Round in 2008
Telly, Inc. operates a Web-video discovery platform. The company offers Telly, a solution to share and discover videos; and Telly Plus, a premium content service that allows users to stream movies and television shows to their iOS and Android mobile devices, and computers. It serves customers primarily in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, and Yemen. Telly, Inc. was formerly known as TwitVid, Inc. and changed its name to Telly, Inc. in June 2012. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Aquantia

Series B in 2008
Aquantia Corp. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced high-speed communication integrated circuits focused on Ethernet connectivity. The company serves various markets, including data centers, enterprise infrastructure, access, and automotive sectors. Its product offerings encompass corporate data center solutions, enterprise infrastructure products, and access technologies, such as client connectivity and carrier access. Aquantia markets its products to integrated circuit suppliers, original equipment manufacturers, and original design manufacturers through direct sales channels. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Aquantia has established itself as a key player in semiconductor technology, particularly known for its expertise in Ethernet solutions for cloud computing and next-generation enterprise networks. In 2019, Aquantia became a subsidiary of Marvell Technology Group Ltd., enhancing its capabilities and market reach.

VentureBeat

Series A in 2008
VentureBeat, Inc. is an online technology news platform founded in 2006 and based in San Francisco, California. It focuses on providing news, analysis, and insights related to a wide array of technology trends, including social media, mobile applications, health technology, cloud computing, and gaming. The platform's content is designed to assist executives, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts in making informed decisions. In addition to its extensive news coverage, VentureBeat hosts events, webinars, and marketing opportunities that facilitate discussions on innovative products and ideas. Through its engaging platform, the company connects advertisers with a targeted audience of tech professionals and business enthusiasts, enhancing their reach in the technology sector.

Zoosk

Series A in 2007
Zoosk, Inc. operates a prominent online dating platform that enables users to browse profiles, connect with potential matches, and communicate through various applications, including mobile versions for iPhone and Android. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, Zoosk employs Behavioral Matchmaking™ technology, which adapts to user interactions to enhance match quality in real time. The platform serves over 27 million active members across more than 80 countries and is available in 25 languages, making it a global leader in mobile dating. As of July 2019, Zoosk operates as a subsidiary of Spark Networks SE. Its mission is to help individuals achieve fulfilling romantic connections.

Sendori

Series A in 2007
Sendori specializes in digital marketing solutions designed for advertisers and publishers, focusing on cost reduction, revenue generation, and brand protection. The company leverages a diverse mix of high-converting traffic sourced from both proprietary and third-party networks. Its offerings include patented one-click redirect technology and a proprietary ad serving platform that enhances digital advertising campaigns by driving conversions and lowering the cost per acquisition. Additionally, Sendori provides internet navigation support that improves the customer experience by working alongside web browsers to facilitate faster access to popular websites, while also enhancing security by minimizing the risk of typos that could lead to malicious sites.

TokBox

Series A in 2007
TokBox is a privately held company based in San Francisco, California, that develops and operates the OpenTok Video Platform. This platform enables the integration of live video communications into web and mobile applications, catering to a diverse range of users from enterprises to developers. With a focus on scalability and customization, OpenTok supports various video interactions, from one-on-one calls to large-scale broadcasts. The platform leverages advanced video, audio, and networking technologies, offering a powerful set of APIs to facilitate seamless communication experiences across different devices and browsers. OpenTok has been adopted by over 80,000 services, serving notable clients such as Major League Baseball and Ford, and is recognized for being one of the first platforms to incorporate WebRTC support. TokBox also provides a cloud communications platform that includes unified communications and programmable communication APIs.

OpTrip

Series A in 2007
OpTrip, Inc., based in Emeryville, California, specializes in the research and development of automated travel planning technology. The company offers an online travel planning and booking platform that focuses on providing personalized and optimized travel solutions tailored to individual constraints. By developing travel service infrastructure, OpTrip aims to enhance full-service travel logistics planning, ensuring that travelers can efficiently manage their travel needs.

Dropbox

Seed Round in 2007
Dropbox is a prominent provider of secure file sharing, collaboration, and storage solutions, catering primarily to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2007 by Drew Houston and Arash Ferdowsi, Dropbox has established itself as a pioneer in cloud storage and cross-platform file syncing. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and operates more than 12 offices globally. With 500 million registered users, Dropbox facilitates seamless collaboration through its platform, allowing users to work from any device and location. Additionally, Dropbox for Business offers enhanced features, including robust administrative controls and secure file sharing tailored for organizational needs. As the company evolves, it is diversifying its product offerings to extend beyond traditional cloud storage solutions.

Learneo

Seed Round in 2007
Learneo brands and platforms are pioneering advances in a wide range of applications for emergent technologies, including the use of AI to improve people's writing, reading and math skills, in school, professional and daily life. The platform of businesses includes CliffsNotes, the original and iconic study guide company; Course Hero, an online learning platform of academic resources; LitCharts, a creator of literature resources; QuillBot, an AI-powered writing companion helping anyone improve their writing skills; Scribbr, a multilingual academic proofreading service, and Symbolab, an AI-based mathematics resource. Learneo was established in Redwood City, California by Andrew Grauer and Gregor Carrigan.

AddThis

Series B in 2007
AddThis operates a social sharing and analytics platform that facilitates the distribution and tracking of online content across various domains. Founded in 2004 and based in McLean, Virginia, the company provides tools for publishers, brands, consumers, and advertisers to enhance user engagement and drive traffic. With a presence on over 15 million domains and a reach of approximately 2 billion unique users, AddThis enables clients to analyze content sharing on social networks, track email shares, and monitor user interactions with content. Their audience intelligence platform allows marketers to identify and engage high-value customer segments based on shared interests and behaviors. As of 2016, AddThis operates as a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation, leveraging a vast footprint of 1 trillion page views annually to deliver personalized online experiences.

NextBio

Series B in 2007
NextBio is a privately owned software company based in Cupertino, California, co-founded in 2004 by Saeid Akhtari, Ilya Kupershmidt, and Mostafa Ronaghi. The company offers a platform designed for life science researchers to search, discover, and share knowledge across both public and proprietary data. This platform utilizes an ontology-based semantic framework that integrates diverse data types, including gene, tissue, disease, and compound information, into a single searchable environment. By employing proprietary algorithms, NextBio enables researchers to formulate and test hypotheses using extensive collections of experimental data. The enterprise version of the platform is utilized by major pharmaceutical companies, allowing users to upload and integrate internal data with publicly available datasets. This capability enhances researchers' ability to identify prognostic and predictive molecular signatures relevant to their studies. NextBio has received recognition for its contributions to the life sciences field, including the Frost & Sullivan North American Life Sciences Customer Value Enhancement Award in 2008, and has attracted over 1.5 million visitors since its launch.

LendingClub

Angel Round in 2007
LendingClub Corporation is an online lending marketplace based in San Francisco, California, that connects creditworthy borrowers with investors. Founded in 2006, the platform offers a variety of unsecured personal loan products, including options for education, patient finance, auto refinancing, and small business loans. By facilitating direct investment in these loans, LendingClub provides investors access to an asset class that has traditionally been limited to institutional investors. The company generates most of its revenue through transaction fees from its role in processing loan applications and working with bank partners to enable loan originations. This approach aims to simplify and accelerate the lending process, making it more accessible for consumers and beneficial for investors.

Sabio Labs

Series B in 2007
Sabio Labs Inc. designs and develops software tools for analog-circuit designers. The company is based in Palo Alto, California. As of February 27, 2008, Sabio Labs Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Magma Design Automation Inc. (NasdaqNM: LAVA).

Extreme DA

Series B in 2007
Extreme DA, Corp. is an electronic design automation company based in Santa Clara, California, established in 2003. The company specializes in variation-aware parametric yield analysis, optimization, and specification sign-off of integrated circuit designs prior to their transfer to manufacturing. Its product offerings include GoldTime, a tool for static analysis and timing sign-off that conducts variation-aware timing analysis, and the ROAD Suite, which facilitates statistical analysis and optimization across digital, analog/RF, memory, and mixed-signal circuits. Additionally, Extreme DA provides Variability solutions that deliver variation data related to transistor and interconnect geometry parameters, and E-test data. The company's tools are essential for ensuring that integrated circuit designs meet performance standards before manufacturing.

Causes

Series A in 2007
Causes.com is the world's largest online campaigning platform, established in 2007 by Sean Parker and Joe Green. It connects individuals who share common interests in various causes, enabling them to take collective action. The platform has successfully facilitated the raising of over $48 million for charities, the collection of 34 million signatures for grassroots initiatives, and the organization of numerous awareness campaigns. With a global reach, Causes has engaged more than 186 million people across 156 countries. Its services include providing users with easy access to legislative information and streamlining communication with lawmakers, empowering communities to express their views on national, local, and personal issues through various forms of advocacy, including protests and boycotts. Philotic, Inc. operates Causes, with Matt Mahan serving as President.

Sonitus Medical

Series A in 2006
Sonitus Medical Inc., is a privately held medical device company committed to providing innovative and clinically effective hearing solutions that Otologists, ENTs, and Audiologists can use to help their patients rejoin the conversation of life. As an emerging leader in bone conduction hearing devices, Sonitus Medical currently markets the SoundBite Hearing System, the world's first non-invasive and removable hearing solution that imperceptibly transmits sound via teeth. Relying on the principle of bone conduction, this nearly invisible ITM (in-the-mouth) hearing system is a simple and non-surgical solution that is currently FDA cleared as a prosthetic device for the treatment of single sided deafness and conductive hearing loss. Intended future applications for this platform technology include indications for hearing disorders such as mixed hearing loss and tinnitus, as well as consumer and covert communications. Founded in June 2006, Sonitus Medical is headquartered in San Mateo, California.

IntegenX

Series A in 2006
IntegenX Inc. specializes in developing human DNA identification solutions, utilizing advanced fluidics, optics, and biochemistry to create automated systems for DNA-based human identity testing. The company’s flagship product, the RapidHIT System, provides a sample-to-answer solution for STR-based human identification, generating standardized DNA profiles from buccal swabs and other samples. Additionally, IntegenX offers the RapidHIT GlobalFiler Express Kit for processing various swab types and crime scene samples, as well as RapidHIT PowerPlex 16 HS kits. The company distributes its products through various international channels, including markets in Europe and Asia. Founded in 2003 and based in Pleasanton, California, IntegenX was previously known as Microchip Biotechnologies, Inc. and rebranded in 2010. As of 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

Webs

Series A in 2006
Webs is a website creation service that lets users make fully functioning sites complete with several apps including blogs, photo albums, video galleries, calendars, and discussion forums. Users start by choosing from over 300 templates and can then add rich content and applications to their website via their WYSIWYG Sitebuilder. Small business owners can obtain custom domain names and email addresses to project a professional image. Entrepreneurs also benefit from user-friendly SEO, site statistics, and business apps like a mobile website builder. Also, if users are interested in ecommerce, Webs.com has a Web Store app that integrates with online payment tools [PayPal](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/paypal) and Google Checkout. In 2009, Webs launched an application platform and App Store enabling third-party applications distribution in the Webs platform. Participants in the App Store include Cafe Press, DudaMobile, BookFresh, Meebo, and Etsy. Webs has also partnered with and integrated several third party applications including [Picnik](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/picnik) for online photo editing and GetClicky for webstats. Other partners include [YouTube](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/youtube), [Photobucket](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/photobucket), and [iPromote](http://www.ipromote.com/). In 2010, Webs launched Facebook connect integration. More recently, Webs developed a family of products to give small businesses super easy and cost-effective ways to develop an online presence across web, mobile, and social platforms. The first addition to the Webs family of products came in October 2010 with the launch of ContactMe, a lightweight customer relationship management (CRM) tool that helps small businesses get organized and grow. In February 2011, Webs added Pagemodo, creator of a do-it-yourself Facebook page builder, to the Webs suite of solutions. Pagemodo’s Pagebuilder enables entrepreneurs to design their own custom Facebook pages for free and with ease. Webs was formerly known as Freewebs.

ScanScout

Series A in 2006
ScanScout is a leading online video advertising network that connects brands with consumers through digital devices. The company collaborates with major advertisers and publishers to enhance video advertising opportunities, creating significant revenue streams for publishers by helping them monetize their video content effectively. For advertisers, ScanScout offers tools to target and optimize ad messages, ensuring they reach the appropriate content and audience to maximize engagement. Serving hundreds of millions of ad impressions monthly, ScanScout operates from its headquarters in Boston, with additional offices in New York and Los Angeles.

SoundHound

Series A in 2006
SoundHound Inc. specializes in voice-enabled artificial intelligence and conversational intelligence technologies. The company offers a range of products, including Hound, a voice search engine that delivers information, entertainment, and communication services, and SoundHound, a music recognition application that identifies songs and allows users to share music content. Additionally, SoundHound provides Houndify, an independent AI platform that enables businesses and developers to integrate voice and AI capabilities while maintaining control over their brand and user interactions. Houndify incorporates advanced speech recognition and natural language understanding technologies, developed over a decade of research and development. Founded in 2005 and originally named Melodis Corporation, SoundHound is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in major cities across the United States, Canada, and Japan.

Quantenna Communications

Series A in 2006
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Powerset

Series A in 2006
Powerset is a search engine company specializing in natural language processing, which enables it to understand the semantic meaning behind search queries rather than relying solely on keywords. Founded in September 2005, Powerset aims to enhance the search experience by making it more intuitive and user-friendly. The platform allows users to search for content on the internet using natural language, facilitating a deeper understanding of user intent. In July 2008, Powerset was acquired by Microsoft, further integrating its advanced search technology into broader applications.

Aprius

Series A in 2006
Aprius is a privately held, venture funded company in Silicon Valley developing top-of-rack I/O Gateway systems, that provide the enterprise data center with new levels of resource sharing, I/O virtualization and low-latency clustering messaging.

Aquantia

Series A in 2005
Aquantia Corp. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced high-speed communication integrated circuits focused on Ethernet connectivity. The company serves various markets, including data centers, enterprise infrastructure, access, and automotive sectors. Its product offerings encompass corporate data center solutions, enterprise infrastructure products, and access technologies, such as client connectivity and carrier access. Aquantia markets its products to integrated circuit suppliers, original equipment manufacturers, and original design manufacturers through direct sales channels. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Aquantia has established itself as a key player in semiconductor technology, particularly known for its expertise in Ethernet solutions for cloud computing and next-generation enterprise networks. In 2019, Aquantia became a subsidiary of Marvell Technology Group Ltd., enhancing its capabilities and market reach.

Sabio Labs

Series A in 2005
Sabio Labs Inc. designs and develops software tools for analog-circuit designers. The company is based in Palo Alto, California. As of February 27, 2008, Sabio Labs Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Magma Design Automation Inc. (NasdaqNM: LAVA).

LiteScape

Series A in 2005
LiteScape Technologies, Inc. specializes in developing unified communications applications for voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) environments. The company's product lineup includes Oncast, which facilitates phone control from personal computers, CallTrackPRO for legal and professional services that links phone calls to client matters, and Secure Profile Management for personalized access to communications applications on IP phones. Additionally, LiteScape offers LiteScape SDK, which integrates real-time communication capabilities into various business applications and industry-specific solutions. Other notable products include 3deep, a mobile platform connecting online and physical interactions, and SmartRoute, which provides custom call routing strategies. LiteScape serves a diverse range of sectors, including retail, government, financial services, healthcare, and education. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, LiteScape maintains strategic partnerships with leading technology firms, enhancing its service offerings.

NextBio

Series A in 2005
NextBio is a privately owned software company based in Cupertino, California, co-founded in 2004 by Saeid Akhtari, Ilya Kupershmidt, and Mostafa Ronaghi. The company offers a platform designed for life science researchers to search, discover, and share knowledge across both public and proprietary data. This platform utilizes an ontology-based semantic framework that integrates diverse data types, including gene, tissue, disease, and compound information, into a single searchable environment. By employing proprietary algorithms, NextBio enables researchers to formulate and test hypotheses using extensive collections of experimental data. The enterprise version of the platform is utilized by major pharmaceutical companies, allowing users to upload and integrate internal data with publicly available datasets. This capability enhances researchers' ability to identify prognostic and predictive molecular signatures relevant to their studies. NextBio has received recognition for its contributions to the life sciences field, including the Frost & Sullivan North American Life Sciences Customer Value Enhancement Award in 2008, and has attracted over 1.5 million visitors since its launch.

Picaboo

Series A in 2004
Picaboo is a web-based image publishing and printing service based in Redwood City, California. Customers can upload their digital photos through Picaboo's in-browser application and create a variety of personalized photo products such as photo books, cards, calendars, canvas prints and more. Picaboo is best known for its line of photo books. Picaboo was founded in 2002 by longtime friends, and Babson College classmates, Howard Field and Kevin McCurdy. The first version of its photo editor was lanched in 2005. The name Picaboo was derived from the phrase "peekaboo," a common expression that brings smiles to people’s faces. Originally available as a downloadable desktop application, Picaboo has since retired its desktop application for an exclusively browser-based flash application. In December 2012, The Wall Street Journal rated Picaboo the top photo book creator in terms of finished product quality. In June of 2014 Picaboo claims to have printed its 2 millionth photo book.

SigmaQuest

Series A in 2004
SigmaQuest, Inc. is the product quality management on-demand leader. SigmaSure combines automatic factory floor and return center data collection with powerful root-cause analysis to enable customers to lower production costs and reduce product returns. SigmaQuest customers are leading brand owners and manufacturers in medical device, telecom, military and aerospace, consumer electronics and clean tech energy sectors. The company’s market-changing approach has been recognized in Managing Automation’s Top Ten Companies to Watch, Manufacturing Business Technology’s Top 40 Emerging Vendors, Test & Measurement World’s “Best in Test” awards, and Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s “Executive 100” list.

Agitar

Series B in 2004
Agitar Technologies specializes in enhancing the efficiency of Java application releases for enterprises while minimizing the cost associated with software bugs. The company focuses on both new and legacy applications, assisting businesses in adapting to evolving requirements. Its flagship AgitarOne product family empowers software teams to create, utilize, and manage a comprehensive suite of unit tests, ensuring high-quality software performance. By prioritizing testing and quality assurance, Agitar Technologies supports organizations in maintaining robust and reliable Java applications.

InMage Systems

Series A in 2003
InMage Systems, founded in 2001 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is a software vendor specializing in disk-based and scalable business application recovery solutions. The company focuses on helping enterprises meet rigorous disaster recovery requirements and manage application uptime to ensure high availability. InMage's solutions are designed to provide effective data protection for rapidly growing data environments, eliminating the need for traditional backups, reducing data loss during recovery, and enhancing recovery times and reliability in diverse environments. With six patent-pending technologies, InMage differentiates itself from competitors, attracting a loyal customer base and growing its market share. The company also has engineering operations based in Hyderabad, India.

CrossLayer, Inc.

Series A in 2001
CrossLayer, Inc., a managed network services company, designs, builds, and operates services to handle all aspects of network deployment and connectivity to landlords and tenants. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Casper, Wyoming. As of January 16, 2020, CrossLayer, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of CBFA Corporation.

Danger

Series A in 2000
Danger provided the software platform and hardware behind [T-Mobile](/organization/t-mobile)'s Sidekick phone. In its prime, the youth-friendly, messaging-focused phone handled over 4,000 messages and 400 pageviews per user per month, according to figures quoted on Danger's website as of February 2008. [Microsoft](/organization/microsoft) acquired Danger in 2008, and the company [made headlines](http://techcrunch.com/2009/10/10/t-mobile-sidekick-disaster-microsofts-servers-crashed-and-they-dont-have-a-backup/) in 2009 when an issue with its servers caused users to lose all data not stored locally. On May 31, 2011, T-Mobile and Microsoft [discontinued the cloud data service](http://techcrunch.com/2011/02/28/t-mobile-sidekick-dead-cancelled-may-31st/) to all Danger-powered Sidekick devices.
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