Cypress.io
Seed Round in 2018
Cypress.io, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a front-end testing tool designed for developers and QA engineers to effectively test software applications. Founded in 2014 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, Cypress.io offers an automated end-to-end and component testing solution that operates within browser environments. Its flagship product, the open-source Cypress App, integrates existing testing tools with a graphical user interface, enabling users to monitor and debug tests efficiently. Additionally, the company provides Cypress Cloud, a hosted service that leverages insights from previous test runs to enhance continuous integration (CI) workflows, improve test suite analytics, and facilitate intelligent CI orchestration. With a diverse customer base exceeding 3,700 across 78 countries and 65 industries, Cypress.io has facilitated the execution of over 5 billion tests, significantly enhancing developer productivity while optimizing CI costs.
PlayOn! Sports
Series D in 2013
PlayOn! Sports operates a digital media platform focused on high school sports, delivering streaming, ticketing, scheduling, and marketing solutions for schools, leagues, and fans. It enables live and on-demand video production and multi-platform distribution of high school events through brands such as the NFHS Network, GoFan, and rSchoolToday. By integrating streaming, digital ticketing, scheduling tools, and sports administration services, the company aims to expand access to high school athletics, improve the event experience for communities, and generate revenue opportunities for schools. The platform supports broadcasting events, managing attendance, and promoting activities to a broad audience, while offering sponsors marketing exposure. In summary, PlayOn! Sports serves as a full-service partner for high school sports content, ticketing, and event management within a cohesive digital ecosystem.
Avalara
Venture Round in 2010
Avalara, Inc. provides cloud-based solutions for transaction tax compliance globally, assisting businesses in navigating the complexities of tax regulations. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Seattle, the company offers a comprehensive suite of tools that streamline tax compliance processes. Its flagship product, AvaTax, determines sales tax in the United States, while Avalara Returns facilitates tax return preparation and filing. The company also offers solutions for managing sales tax exemption certificates, tax registrations, and various indirect taxes, including VAT and GST. Avalara partners with ERP, accounting, and e-commerce platforms to deliver its services, which help businesses automate tax calculations, filing, and record-keeping, thereby reducing errors and compliance costs. Additional offerings include professional services for nexus studies and specialized tax research, as well as tools for product taxability and licensing. By focusing on automation and integration, Avalara aims to simplify the tax compliance landscape for businesses of all sizes.