Boston Capital Ventures

Boston Capital Ventures, established in 1982, is a Boston-based private equity firm focused on early-stage investments in the technology sector within the United States. The firm manages private venture capital partnership funds for individual and institutional investors, targeting information technology and software companies.

Johan von der Goltz

General Partner

Alex von der Goltz

Partner

Jack Shields

General Partner

17 past transactions

hubX

Venture Round in 2019
HubX is a global B2B marketplace launched in 2018, connecting manufacturers, brands, and distributors directly with buyers worldwide. Operating in over 100 countries, HubX empowers sellers with advanced technology to grow their businesses anonymously while offering buyers access to premium products at wholesale prices or below. The platform aims to simplify global B2B commerce by providing a robust technological infrastructure that facilitates seamless transactions between manufacturers, brands, vendors, and customers.

Memento

Debt Financing in 2010
Memento is a provider of enterprise fraud and compliance solutions, catering primarily to credit unions and community banks in North America and Europe. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Concord, Massachusetts, with additional offices in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Milan, London, and Washington, D.C., Memento designs its offerings to enhance proactive monitoring, detection, and investigation of fraudulent activities. The company’s flagship platform, Security 4.0, integrates data management, fraud analytics, and case management functionalities to address various technological challenges and combat fraud and compliance issues. Memento's solutions encompass monitoring for new account fraud across multiple channels, insider threats through transaction data analysis, and protecting deposit accounts from fraud. Additionally, it provides tailored fraud prevention solutions for smaller financial institutions and tools that help organizations meet regulatory requirements while safeguarding customers against identity theft.

Yokel

Venture Round in 2008
Yokel, Inc. is a search engine and local shopping site based in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2005. The company provides a comprehensive directory of stores and products across various categories, including home and garden, consumer electronics, computers, apparel, children's items, sporting goods, and appliances. This platform allows shoppers to efficiently locate desired products at local stores, enhancing the shopping experience by facilitating access to a wide range of available items.

Signiant

Venture Round in 2006
Signiant, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in cloud-based file movement software, primarily serving the media and entertainment industry. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, Signiant offers a suite of solutions including Media Shuttle, SkyDrop, Flight, and Manager+Agents. These products facilitate the fast, reliable, and secure transfer of large files and data sets across various platforms and storage types, enabling media professionals to efficiently manage their workflows. The company's Software Defined Content Exchange (SDCX) platform supports over 50,000 media organizations worldwide, optimizing the movement of content from creation to distribution. Signiant's solutions play a crucial role in file-based workflows and cloud operations, providing comprehensive control and visibility for clients in broadcasting, studios, media service providers, sports networks, and game development.

Reflexion Networks

Series B in 2005
Reflexion Networks, Inc. is a company based in Woburn, Massachusetts, that specializes in hosted email security and compliance services, primarily catering to managed service providers (MSPs). Founded in 2001, Reflexion offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to protect organizations from email-related threats. Its services include anti-spam and email security to block spam and viruses, Address-on-the-Fly technology for preserving email address integrity, and automatic email queuing to ensure continuity. The company also provides archiving, eDiscovery, email recovery, and encryption services, including a hosted solution for secure communication. Reflexion serves a diverse clientele, including federal banking regulators, healthcare institutions, and financial organizations across the United States, distributing its offerings through a network of managed service and IT solution providers.

Wandrian

Series A in 2005
Wandrian is a global travel company specializing in Italian and European travel. It offers comprehensive travel services, including rail, accommodation, and local experiences, through its network of travel sites. With a customer base in over 120 countries and partnerships with major travel industry players like Amadeus and Trenitalia, Wandrian is a leading provider of integrated travel planning services for Italy and Europe.

Centric Software

Private Equity Round in 2004
Centric Software, Inc. specializes in providing Web-based product lifecycle management (PLM) software aimed at enhancing product development and streamlining business processes for various industries. The company's flagship platform, Centric 8, offers comprehensive solutions for product development, sourcing, business planning, quality management, and collection management, tailored specifically for fast-moving sectors such as fashion, retail, and consumer goods. Additionally, Centric Software features the Visual Innovation Platform (VIP), which facilitates digital collaboration and decision-making through interactive visual boards. Catering to both large enterprises and small businesses, Centric Software delivers its PLM services via cloud applications and mobile solutions. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Campbell, California, the company has expanded its global presence with offices in multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, Brazil, and various locations across Europe and Asia. Centric Software has garnered industry recognition for its innovative solutions, receiving awards for product differentiation and excellence in the retail and fashion sectors.

Exa Corporation

Series H in 2004
Exa Corporation is a software development company specializing in simulation solutions for vehicle manufacturers globally. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Exa provides a comprehensive suite of software tools that address complex challenges in fluid flow, heat transfer, and acoustics. Key offerings include PowerFLOW, which simulates aerodynamics and thermal management; PowerDELTA and PowerCLAY, which streamline simulation model preparation; and PowerTHERM and PowerCOOL, which analyze heat transfer and management. The company's products, including PowerINSIGHT for simulation case management and PowerVIZ for analyzing results, are designed to enhance the design and engineering processes. Exa also caters to diverse industries such as aerospace, oil and gas, and biomedical, providing consulting and training to improve product performance and reduce development costs. As part of Dassault Systèmes Simulia Corp since 2017, Exa continues to drive innovation in simulation-driven design, enabling manufacturers to optimize efficiencies and meet regulatory and consumer demands for improved product performance and environmental sustainability.

Thor Technologies

Venture Round in 2004
Thor Technologies International specializes in providing identity management solutions for enterprises and public sector agencies. The company automates the management of identities and oversees the lifecycles of access privileges to enterprise resources. Its offerings include the Xellerate Identity Manager for comprehensive identity and access management, the Xellerate Audit and Compliance Manager for compliance automation, the Xellerate Password Manager for helpdesk and password management needs, and the Xellerate Token Manager for administering authentication tokens. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in New York, Thor Technologies also features a SaaS platform and mobile application, Odin, which addresses the needs of the gig economy. Odin simplifies the process for companies to attract and onboard contractors, facilitates instant payments, and handles year-end tax filings, all while providing independent contractors with immediate compensation and affordable benefits.

Thor Technologies

Series B in 2002
Thor Technologies International specializes in providing identity management solutions for enterprises and public sector agencies. The company automates the management of identities and oversees the lifecycles of access privileges to enterprise resources. Its offerings include the Xellerate Identity Manager for comprehensive identity and access management, the Xellerate Audit and Compliance Manager for compliance automation, the Xellerate Password Manager for helpdesk and password management needs, and the Xellerate Token Manager for administering authentication tokens. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in New York, Thor Technologies also features a SaaS platform and mobile application, Odin, which addresses the needs of the gig economy. Odin simplifies the process for companies to attract and onboard contractors, facilitates instant payments, and handles year-end tax filings, all while providing independent contractors with immediate compensation and affordable benefits.

StatementOne

Series B in 2001
In 1993, StatementOne originated to fill a critical need within the financial services industry. Until then, no practical solution existed to provide Financial Institutions and Advisors with a platform for consolidated statements and performance reporting for their clients.

HubX

Series A in 2001
HubX offers software solutions designed to integrate various computer systems within hotels and resorts. The company's primary product includes a customizable reservations engine that allows hotels to brand it with their own name, enhancing their customer experience and operational efficiency. HubX focuses on streamlining processes in the hospitality industry, making it easier for establishments to manage their systems and reservations.

KhiMetrics

Venture Round in 2001
KhiMetrics is an application software company specializing in customer demand management for the retail, financial services, and consumer packaged goods industries. Founded by two seasoned pricing experts over a decade ago, the company focuses on enhancing profitability for retailers by adapting revenue management technology to their needs. Through a combination of patented products and proven methodologies, KhiMetrics enables retailers to develop pricing strategies based on consumer demand, resulting in sustained financial performance improvements. The company has established itself as a market leader by emphasizing practical innovation, flexibility, and a commitment to excellence. Since its inception, KhiMetrics' solutions have helped leading retailers achieve gross profit increases ranging from 5 to 15 percent and corresponding sales increases of 1 to 5 percent.

Centric Software

Private Equity Round in 2000
Centric Software, Inc. specializes in providing Web-based product lifecycle management (PLM) software aimed at enhancing product development and streamlining business processes for various industries. The company's flagship platform, Centric 8, offers comprehensive solutions for product development, sourcing, business planning, quality management, and collection management, tailored specifically for fast-moving sectors such as fashion, retail, and consumer goods. Additionally, Centric Software features the Visual Innovation Platform (VIP), which facilitates digital collaboration and decision-making through interactive visual boards. Catering to both large enterprises and small businesses, Centric Software delivers its PLM services via cloud applications and mobile solutions. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Campbell, California, the company has expanded its global presence with offices in multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, Brazil, and various locations across Europe and Asia. Centric Software has garnered industry recognition for its innovative solutions, receiving awards for product differentiation and excellence in the retail and fashion sectors.

Availant

Series A in 2000
Availant, established in 1987 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in network and availability management software and services. The company caters to critical industries such as finance, telecommunications, retail, healthcare, and transportation, offering solutions that ensure high-availability and continuous access to enterprise applications and systems. Their service portfolio includes software development, assessment, implementation, and education services tailored to maintain business applications and systems effectively.

Veridiem

Series B in 2000
Veridiem Inc is an enterprise software company based in Maynard, Massachusetts, specializing in marketing resource management solutions. The company provides a comprehensive suite of applications focused on marketing analysis, operational efficiency, and optimization tailored for the automotive, consumer packaged goods, and financial industries. In addition to its software offerings, Veridiem also delivers implementation, professional, training, and support services to ensure effective utilization of its solutions.

Exa Corporation

Venture Round in 1996
Exa Corporation is a software development company specializing in simulation solutions for vehicle manufacturers globally. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Exa provides a comprehensive suite of software tools that address complex challenges in fluid flow, heat transfer, and acoustics. Key offerings include PowerFLOW, which simulates aerodynamics and thermal management; PowerDELTA and PowerCLAY, which streamline simulation model preparation; and PowerTHERM and PowerCOOL, which analyze heat transfer and management. The company's products, including PowerINSIGHT for simulation case management and PowerVIZ for analyzing results, are designed to enhance the design and engineering processes. Exa also caters to diverse industries such as aerospace, oil and gas, and biomedical, providing consulting and training to improve product performance and reduce development costs. As part of Dassault Systèmes Simulia Corp since 2017, Exa continues to drive innovation in simulation-driven design, enabling manufacturers to optimize efficiencies and meet regulatory and consumer demands for improved product performance and environmental sustainability.
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