Blackfoot

Blackfoot provides advanced Voice over IP services supported by over 800 miles of fiber optic cable, making it the largest network of its kind in the region. The company offers comprehensive phone, Internet, and networking solutions designed to meet the needs of customers in Western Montana. With a focus on competitive pricing and reliable service, Blackfoot has successfully expanded its broadband Internet customer base by over 490% in the past five years, demonstrating significant growth and a commitment to keeping the community connected.

Edward J. Casey

Managing Director

5 past transactions

AudPop

Seed Round in 2017
AudPop is a social impact video submissions platform that connects diverse storytellers with brands and agencies to create video content. The platform enables filmmakers to submit films, pitches, and series tailored to various business needs, facilitating the production of video at scale in a simple and affordable manner. AudPop's technology supports a community-driven ecosystem, allowing for engagement through video contests, filmmaking challenges, and online film festivals. The company operates a diversified business model that includes video and content submissions software, a video library, subscription services, and original content. With a robust community of 250,000 registered members and 75,000 global filmmakers, AudPop has awarded $10 million to creators and hosts approximately 3,500 hours of films on its platform.

Cutthroat Communications

Acquisition in 2012
Cutthroat Communications (CCI) is a Montana-based telecommunications carrier that specializes in providing enterprise customers with a range of reliable and secure communication services. The company offers high-speed internet, data transport, and voice services, utilizing advanced wireless and fiber optic technologies. CCI operates a redundant, high-quality network that is continuously monitored and managed by a dedicated Network Operation Center, ensuring proactive support for all enterprise circuits. In addition to its core services, the company provides end-to-end wide area network solutions and cloud services, catering to the diverse needs of its clients across Montana. With its headquarters in Bozeman and operations throughout the state, CCI is committed to delivering scalable communication solutions to meet the demands of modern businesses.

White Rock Networks

Series C in 2002
White Rock Networks, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in transport and switching, Ethernet service delivery, and Internet Protocol (IP) aggregation solutions targeted at carriers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Richardson, Texas, the company provides an array of transport and switching solutions, including SONET transport, Ethernet and TDM access, integrated ADM/DCS, standalone mini DCS, DWDM, and wireless backhaul systems. Additionally, White Rock Networks offers services related to dispersion compensation and various amplification techniques, enhancing signal quality and transmission reliability. The company's IP aggregation services encompass router port aggregation, backhaul solutions, and carrier-grade Voice over IP (VoIP) services, enabling efficient data transmission and communication for telecommunications providers.

Kivera

Series B in 2001
Kivera, founded in 1997, specializes in wireless mobile applications and business services focused on location-based solutions. Recognizing the challenges in the wireless location services market, the founders aimed to simplify the conversion of spatial data into usable formats, drawing on their expertise in vehicle navigation and spatial data applications. The company offers products and services that support various applications, including emergency response, fleet optimization, and consumer wireless services, enabling businesses to provide reliable location services across multiple platforms.

Tenzing

Venture Round in 2000
Tenzing delivers solutions and services that enhance performance, maintain security and simplify compliance for retailers and manufacturers. By combining deep technical expertise with exceptional service delivery and support, Tenzing helps clients alleviate risk and maximize revenue from their digital investments. Tenzing deploys, manages and optimizes software and infrastructure for leading commerce platforms from partners such as Oracle, Hybris, and Magento. With offices and customers in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, Tenzing is regularly recognized as a high growth company and industry leader. Tenzing is ISO 27001 certified, AT101 SOC audited and PCI-DSS Service Provider Level 1 compliant and audited. Tenzing also partners with Amazon for the global delivery of managed commerce services on AWS.
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