Centennial Ventures

Centennial Ventures, established in 1982, is a venture capital firm based in Denver, Colorado, with additional offices in Houston and Austin, Texas. The firm specializes in seed, early, and later stage financing, focusing on network enterprises and related enabling technology and software companies. It typically invests between $4 million and $10 million, with seed stage investments as low as $500,000. Centennial Ventures takes a board seat in its portfolio companies to provide strategic guidance.

Steven Halstedt

Managing Director

David Hull Jr.

Partner

55 past transactions

Market Force Information

Debt Financing in 2011
Market Force Information, Inc. is a provider of location-level measurement solutions designed to enhance brand reputation for multi-location businesses. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes mystery shopping, customer surveys, contact center evaluations, employee engagement surveys, and social media insights. These services are supplemented by strategic advisory offerings, analytics, and market research tailored to client needs. Market Force also develops technology solutions such as the KnowledgeForce platform, which facilitates data collection and visualization, and a mobile application for mystery shoppers and auditors to gather feedback efficiently. The company's solutions are utilized across various industries, including retail, hospitality, banking, and telecommunications, helping businesses improve operational excellence and customer experience while driving customer loyalty and measurable results.

ExteNet Systems

Venture Round in 2010
ExteNet Systems is a provider of advanced connectivity solutions, specializing in mobile network infrastructure for various clients, including mobile network operators, real estate owners, enterprises, municipalities, and rural carriers. The company designs and deploys outdoor small cell and distributed antenna systems (DAS) to enhance wireless communication in diverse environments such as sports venues, convention centers, commercial buildings, college campuses, healthcare facilities, hotels, and transit systems. By offering mobility and fiber connectivity that supports multiple carriers and standards-based technologies, ExteNet enables clients to achieve reliable geographic coverage in areas where traditional implementation may be challenging or expensive.

Slacker

Series C in 2009
Slacker, Inc. is a music streaming service that provides both free and subscription-based access to a wide range of songs, expertly programmed stations, news, sports, and talk programming. Founded in 2006 and based in San Diego, California, Slacker offers a personalized radio experience, allowing users to select from a large catalog of human-curated content tailored to their preferences. The service can be accessed on various platforms, including mobile devices and in-car infotainment systems, making it widely available to listeners. Slacker, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of LiveXLive Media, Inc. since December 2017.

Slacker

Venture Round in 2009
Slacker, Inc. is a music streaming service that provides both free and subscription-based access to a wide range of songs, expertly programmed stations, news, sports, and talk programming. Founded in 2006 and based in San Diego, California, Slacker offers a personalized radio experience, allowing users to select from a large catalog of human-curated content tailored to their preferences. The service can be accessed on various platforms, including mobile devices and in-car infotainment systems, making it widely available to listeners. Slacker, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of LiveXLive Media, Inc. since December 2017.

Alereon

Venture Round in 2008
Alereon, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets. Founded in 2003, Alereon's innovative products aim to simplify networking by facilitating wireless connections among personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices, thereby eliminating the need for physical cables. The company’s offerings include the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple sensitive components and supports a single-ended connection to antennas, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, which combines digital and mixed signal circuitry for WiMedia UWB systems. Additionally, Alereon provides pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, Ethernet cable replacement kits, and wireless USB adapter kits. Its technology serves various applications across consumer electronics, medical sectors, and military and public safety domains.

Accellos

Series B in 2008
Accellos specializes in providing robust and customizable technology solutions for supply chain companies, aiming to offer innovation at a lower cost. Through strategic acquisitions, partnerships, and investments in research and development, Accellos strives to be the preferred choice for supply chain companies globally. Their focus is on achieving a balance between customer satisfaction, employee fulfillment, and stakeholder value, making their solutions easy to implement and maintain.

ExteNet Systems

Debt Financing in 2008
ExteNet Systems is a provider of advanced connectivity solutions, specializing in mobile network infrastructure for various clients, including mobile network operators, real estate owners, enterprises, municipalities, and rural carriers. The company designs and deploys outdoor small cell and distributed antenna systems (DAS) to enhance wireless communication in diverse environments such as sports venues, convention centers, commercial buildings, college campuses, healthcare facilities, hotels, and transit systems. By offering mobility and fiber connectivity that supports multiple carriers and standards-based technologies, ExteNet enables clients to achieve reliable geographic coverage in areas where traditional implementation may be challenging or expensive.

Vdura

Series E in 2008
Vdura specializes in advanced data storage and management solutions tailored for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing environments. The company is recognized for its innovative parallel network-attached storage (NAS) technology, which integrates various storage media into a single architecture, offering customers exceptional performance, durability, and reliability. Vdura's data platform supports on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid setups, providing enterprises with the flexibility and simplicity needed for effective data management. Its solutions are designed to ensure high levels of data protection, integrity, and availability, making them suitable for organizations that require scalable and reliable storage systems. Through its commitment to innovation, Vdura addresses the evolving demands of modern data environments.

maniaTV

Series C in 2008
maniaTV is network of original pop culture TV shows satiating the viewing habits of the Internet's most rabid video consumers. Shows that are network quality and that include major established Hollywood personalities like MTV's Audrina Patridge, Fox Sports' Tom Arnold, MADtv Bobby Lee, Jackass Superstar Wee-man, Comedian Tom Green, CBS Rockstar's Dave Navarro, and many more. Most importantly, maniaTV takes advantage of, and benefits from, the current disruption of television and huge shift of TV dollars to the Internet. To wit, maniaTV has worked with over 90 leading brands from every major advertising agency.

Siterra

Series C in 2007
Siterra Corporation is a provider of web-based software solutions focused on asset management for various sectors, including wireless, retail, corporate real estate, and energy. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in lifecycle management of properties and operating assets. Its offerings include management solutions for projects, documents, and property, serving clients managing extensive portfolios of high-value assets. Siterra's services encompass asset analysis, inventory and cash flow management, lease administration, and reporting, along with secure access and document tracking capabilities. The company also provides business consulting, customer support, and training services to enhance user experience. With a clientele that includes notable companies such as Sprint, AT&T, and ExxonMobil, Siterra supports over 300,000 properties and assets globally, catering to organizations of all sizes.

Alereon

Series B in 2007
Alereon, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets. Founded in 2003, Alereon's innovative products aim to simplify networking by facilitating wireless connections among personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices, thereby eliminating the need for physical cables. The company’s offerings include the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple sensitive components and supports a single-ended connection to antennas, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, which combines digital and mixed signal circuitry for WiMedia UWB systems. Additionally, Alereon provides pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, Ethernet cable replacement kits, and wireless USB adapter kits. Its technology serves various applications across consumer electronics, medical sectors, and military and public safety domains.

CoVi Technologies

Series A in 2007
CoVi Technologies provides security solutions for businesses, governments, and individuals. The company's solutions are used to safeguard valuable assets, deter crime, monitor facilities, respond to security issues, and provide evidentiary material. It develops and manufactures high-definition video surveillance systems. The company offers high definition sensor based products, including high definition cameras, distributed media managers/recorders, and crystal high definition surveillance system software, as well as varifocal and monofocal lenses. It also serves gaming, banking, education, and retail industries. CoVi Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas with an additional office in Henley-on-Thames, the United Kingdom.

Zayo Group

Venture Round in 2007
Zayo Group is a provider of bandwidth infrastructure services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes wireless and wireline carriers, media and content companies, government agencies, and large enterprises in various sectors such as healthcare. The company specializes in delivering both lit services and dark fiber products, ensuring robust connectivity through its extensive network infrastructure. Additionally, Zayo Group offers carrier-neutral colocation facilities and cloud infrastructure solutions, enhancing connectivity options for its customers and enabling them to improve their operational capabilities. Through its comprehensive offerings, Zayo Group supports the advancement of its clients' capabilities in an increasingly data-driven environment.

Slacker

Series B in 2007
Slacker, Inc. is a music streaming service that provides both free and subscription-based access to a wide range of songs, expertly programmed stations, news, sports, and talk programming. Founded in 2006 and based in San Diego, California, Slacker offers a personalized radio experience, allowing users to select from a large catalog of human-curated content tailored to their preferences. The service can be accessed on various platforms, including mobile devices and in-car infotainment systems, making it widely available to listeners. Slacker, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of LiveXLive Media, Inc. since December 2017.

Market Force Information

Series B in 2007
Market Force Information, Inc. is a provider of location-level measurement solutions designed to enhance brand reputation for multi-location businesses. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes mystery shopping, customer surveys, contact center evaluations, employee engagement surveys, and social media insights. These services are supplemented by strategic advisory offerings, analytics, and market research tailored to client needs. Market Force also develops technology solutions such as the KnowledgeForce platform, which facilitates data collection and visualization, and a mobile application for mystery shoppers and auditors to gather feedback efficiently. The company's solutions are utilized across various industries, including retail, hospitality, banking, and telecommunications, helping businesses improve operational excellence and customer experience while driving customer loyalty and measurable results.

Compellent Technologies

Venture Round in 2006
Compellent Technologies specializes in developing and providing enterprise storage solutions, focusing on both software and hardware. Their offerings include Fluid Data Storage, an enterprise storage platform, and Fluid Data Architecture, a network storage solution that manages data at a granular level. Additionally, they provide Storage Center 5.4, which helps enterprises adapt to changing business requirements. The company's solutions are designed to automate the movement and management of data, lower capital expenditures, and ensure continuous data availability and storage virtualization through their Storage Area Network (SAN).

CoVi Technologies

Venture Round in 2006
CoVi Technologies provides security solutions for businesses, governments, and individuals. The company's solutions are used to safeguard valuable assets, deter crime, monitor facilities, respond to security issues, and provide evidentiary material. It develops and manufactures high-definition video surveillance systems. The company offers high definition sensor based products, including high definition cameras, distributed media managers/recorders, and crystal high definition surveillance system software, as well as varifocal and monofocal lenses. It also serves gaming, banking, education, and retail industries. CoVi Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas with an additional office in Henley-on-Thames, the United Kingdom.

Optasite

Series B in 2005
Optasite engages in the acquisition and development of telecommunications tower sites in the United States. It offers wireless consulting services. The company's services also include site leasing and colocation, tower acquisition, and site development. It serves broadband wireless providers, including wireless carriers, as well as other customers in the telecommunications industry, such as the FCC licensed carriers, government agencies, public safety organizations, private enterprises, and two-way radio services. Optasite, Inc. was formerly known as Pinnacle Site Development, Inc

Alereon

Series B in 2005
Alereon, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets. Founded in 2003, Alereon's innovative products aim to simplify networking by facilitating wireless connections among personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices, thereby eliminating the need for physical cables. The company’s offerings include the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple sensitive components and supports a single-ended connection to antennas, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, which combines digital and mixed signal circuitry for WiMedia UWB systems. Additionally, Alereon provides pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, Ethernet cable replacement kits, and wireless USB adapter kits. Its technology serves various applications across consumer electronics, medical sectors, and military and public safety domains.

Siterra

Series C in 2005
Siterra Corporation is a provider of web-based software solutions focused on asset management for various sectors, including wireless, retail, corporate real estate, and energy. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in lifecycle management of properties and operating assets. Its offerings include management solutions for projects, documents, and property, serving clients managing extensive portfolios of high-value assets. Siterra's services encompass asset analysis, inventory and cash flow management, lease administration, and reporting, along with secure access and document tracking capabilities. The company also provides business consulting, customer support, and training services to enhance user experience. With a clientele that includes notable companies such as Sprint, AT&T, and ExxonMobil, Siterra supports over 300,000 properties and assets globally, catering to organizations of all sizes.

maniaTV

Series B in 2005
maniaTV is network of original pop culture TV shows satiating the viewing habits of the Internet's most rabid video consumers. Shows that are network quality and that include major established Hollywood personalities like MTV's Audrina Patridge, Fox Sports' Tom Arnold, MADtv Bobby Lee, Jackass Superstar Wee-man, Comedian Tom Green, CBS Rockstar's Dave Navarro, and many more. Most importantly, maniaTV takes advantage of, and benefits from, the current disruption of television and huge shift of TV dollars to the Internet. To wit, maniaTV has worked with over 90 leading brands from every major advertising agency.

Augmentix

Series B in 2005
Augmentix Corporation specializes in rugged computing solutions tailored for military, public safety, homeland security, telecommunications, and industrial sectors. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company offers a range of products including A+ Rugged Servers designed for demanding environments, such as the A+1950 2U Rugged Server and the space-efficient A+R200 1U Rugged Server, which support mission-critical applications. Augmentix also provides the A+Server Availability Management Processor System, a management card that oversees server systems and allows for remote monitoring and control. Additionally, the company develops custom partner programs to address specific client needs. As of 2008, Augmentix operates as a subsidiary of Entorian Technologies, Inc.

TensorComm

Series C in 2005
TensorComm, Inc. engages in the research, development, and testing of interference cancellation technology solutions for improving performance and data throughput in 3G and 4G networks. It offers its solutions for wireless operators, device original equipment manufacturers, baseband providers, and consumer/data users. The company has presence in North America, Asia, and Europe. TensorComm, Inc. was incorporated in 2001 and is based in Westminster, Colorado.

InnerWireless

Series C in 2005
InnerWireless, Inc. is a provider of in-building wireless and RFID solutions catering to various sectors, including healthcare, enterprise, government, and the hotel and gaming industries. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Richardson, Texas, the company specializes in delivering comprehensive wireless communication systems. Its offerings include the Wireless Utility, which enhances wireless signal coverage for mobility and real-time data access, as well as the Horizon Converged Wireless platform, designed for wide area services and local distribution. InnerWireless also features the PanGo Unified Asset Visibility platform, which aids in asset management and data aggregation from various sources. The company's products support a range of services, including cellular connectivity, Wi-Fi, and building automation, ensuring effective communication solutions for a mobile workforce.

Masergy

Series C in 2005
Masergy Communications, Inc., established in 2000, is a global technology company specializing in hybrid networking, managed security, and cloud communication solutions for enterprises. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, with offices worldwide, Masergy owns and operates a software-defined platform that delivers customized, high-performance services. These include managed SD-WAN and virtualized CPE, unified communications, cloud contact center, and managed security solutions. Masergy's offerings are supported by its extensive global network platform, ensuring guaranteed performance, scalability, and reach. The company also provides professional security services, a mobile application for business communications, and AI-based network and security optimization solutions. Masergy is renowned for its award-winning technology, flexible solutions, and exceptional customer care.

Siterra

Series B in 2005
Siterra Corporation is a provider of web-based software solutions focused on asset management for various sectors, including wireless, retail, corporate real estate, and energy. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in lifecycle management of properties and operating assets. Its offerings include management solutions for projects, documents, and property, serving clients managing extensive portfolios of high-value assets. Siterra's services encompass asset analysis, inventory and cash flow management, lease administration, and reporting, along with secure access and document tracking capabilities. The company also provides business consulting, customer support, and training services to enhance user experience. With a clientele that includes notable companies such as Sprint, AT&T, and ExxonMobil, Siterra supports over 300,000 properties and assets globally, catering to organizations of all sizes.

Optasite

Series B in 2004
Optasite engages in the acquisition and development of telecommunications tower sites in the United States. It offers wireless consulting services. The company's services also include site leasing and colocation, tower acquisition, and site development. It serves broadband wireless providers, including wireless carriers, as well as other customers in the telecommunications industry, such as the FCC licensed carriers, government agencies, public safety organizations, private enterprises, and two-way radio services. Optasite, Inc. was formerly known as Pinnacle Site Development, Inc

Optasite

Series A in 2004
Optasite engages in the acquisition and development of telecommunications tower sites in the United States. It offers wireless consulting services. The company's services also include site leasing and colocation, tower acquisition, and site development. It serves broadband wireless providers, including wireless carriers, as well as other customers in the telecommunications industry, such as the FCC licensed carriers, government agencies, public safety organizations, private enterprises, and two-way radio services. Optasite, Inc. was formerly known as Pinnacle Site Development, Inc

Vdura

Venture Round in 2004
Vdura specializes in advanced data storage and management solutions tailored for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing environments. The company is recognized for its innovative parallel network-attached storage (NAS) technology, which integrates various storage media into a single architecture, offering customers exceptional performance, durability, and reliability. Vdura's data platform supports on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid setups, providing enterprises with the flexibility and simplicity needed for effective data management. Its solutions are designed to ensure high levels of data protection, integrity, and availability, making them suitable for organizations that require scalable and reliable storage systems. Through its commitment to innovation, Vdura addresses the evolving demands of modern data environments.

Alereon

Series A in 2004
Alereon, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets. Founded in 2003, Alereon's innovative products aim to simplify networking by facilitating wireless connections among personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices, thereby eliminating the need for physical cables. The company’s offerings include the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple sensitive components and supports a single-ended connection to antennas, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, which combines digital and mixed signal circuitry for WiMedia UWB systems. Additionally, Alereon provides pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, Ethernet cable replacement kits, and wireless USB adapter kits. Its technology serves various applications across consumer electronics, medical sectors, and military and public safety domains.

Grande Communications Networks

Venture Round in 2003
Grande Communications Networks is a telecommunications company based in San Marcos, Texas, that offers a comprehensive range of services for both residential and business customers. The company specializes in high-speed internet, local and long-distance telephone services, and digital cable television. In addition to these core offerings, Grande provides a variety of advanced network solutions, including fiber internet services, wireless home networking, and advertising services. The company also caters to small and enterprise businesses with data, voice, and video services, commercial development, colocation, and customer support. With a focus on delivering high-quality communication solutions, Grande Communications Networks serves a diverse clientele, ensuring connectivity and service excellence.

Telephia

Series D in 2003
Telephia is a research firm specializing in consumer usage data within the telecom and mobile media industries. The company offers a comprehensive suite of marketing and service quality information products that assist mobile service operators, device manufacturers, infrastructure companies, and enterprises in making informed business decisions. By utilizing Telephia's analytical tools and proprietary data gathering techniques, clients can monitor their competitive position in the mobile marketplace, optimize investment strategies, and enhance the adoption and utilization of their services and products. Telephia was acquired by Nielsen Mobile in June 2007, further expanding its reach and capabilities in the analytics space.

Masergy

Series B in 2003
Masergy Communications, Inc., established in 2000, is a global technology company specializing in hybrid networking, managed security, and cloud communication solutions for enterprises. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, with offices worldwide, Masergy owns and operates a software-defined platform that delivers customized, high-performance services. These include managed SD-WAN and virtualized CPE, unified communications, cloud contact center, and managed security solutions. Masergy's offerings are supported by its extensive global network platform, ensuring guaranteed performance, scalability, and reach. The company also provides professional security services, a mobile application for business communications, and AI-based network and security optimization solutions. Masergy is renowned for its award-winning technology, flexible solutions, and exceptional customer care.

Vdura

Series C in 2002
Vdura specializes in advanced data storage and management solutions tailored for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing environments. The company is recognized for its innovative parallel network-attached storage (NAS) technology, which integrates various storage media into a single architecture, offering customers exceptional performance, durability, and reliability. Vdura's data platform supports on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid setups, providing enterprises with the flexibility and simplicity needed for effective data management. Its solutions are designed to ensure high levels of data protection, integrity, and availability, making them suitable for organizations that require scalable and reliable storage systems. Through its commitment to innovation, Vdura addresses the evolving demands of modern data environments.

NuVox Communications

Private Equity Round in 2002
NuVox Communications is a provider of broadband services that focuses on delivering voice and data network communications to businesses across the United States. The company offers a range of services including conference calling, data security and backup, internet access, voicemail, and web hosting. With a commitment to supporting business communication needs, NuVox aims to enhance operational efficiency and connectivity for its clients through reliable managed services.

Inflow

Venture Round in 2002
Inflow provides facility-based information technology outsourcing solutions.

Masergy

Series A in 2002
Masergy Communications, Inc., established in 2000, is a global technology company specializing in hybrid networking, managed security, and cloud communication solutions for enterprises. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, with offices worldwide, Masergy owns and operates a software-defined platform that delivers customized, high-performance services. These include managed SD-WAN and virtualized CPE, unified communications, cloud contact center, and managed security solutions. Masergy's offerings are supported by its extensive global network platform, ensuring guaranteed performance, scalability, and reach. The company also provides professional security services, a mobile application for business communications, and AI-based network and security optimization solutions. Masergy is renowned for its award-winning technology, flexible solutions, and exceptional customer care.

Grande Communications Networks

Venture Round in 2001
Grande Communications Networks is a telecommunications company based in San Marcos, Texas, that offers a comprehensive range of services for both residential and business customers. The company specializes in high-speed internet, local and long-distance telephone services, and digital cable television. In addition to these core offerings, Grande provides a variety of advanced network solutions, including fiber internet services, wireless home networking, and advertising services. The company also caters to small and enterprise businesses with data, voice, and video services, commercial development, colocation, and customer support. With a focus on delivering high-quality communication solutions, Grande Communications Networks serves a diverse clientele, ensuring connectivity and service excellence.

Ellacoya Networks

Series C in 2001
Ellacoya Networks is a provider of carrier-grade Broadband Service Optimization solutions, specializing in deep packet inspection technology. The company offers tools that enhance application and subscriber awareness for broadband service providers, allowing them to optimize Internet services effectively. Its hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers, manage applications on an individual basis, and improve overall performance and customer satisfaction. Ellacoya Networks aims to empower broadband providers to deliver compelling applications and competitive services, ultimately enhancing revenue opportunities. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also has offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore.

Telephia

Series D in 2001
Telephia is a research firm specializing in consumer usage data within the telecom and mobile media industries. The company offers a comprehensive suite of marketing and service quality information products that assist mobile service operators, device manufacturers, infrastructure companies, and enterprises in making informed business decisions. By utilizing Telephia's analytical tools and proprietary data gathering techniques, clients can monitor their competitive position in the mobile marketplace, optimize investment strategies, and enhance the adoption and utilization of their services and products. Telephia was acquired by Nielsen Mobile in June 2007, further expanding its reach and capabilities in the analytics space.

Inflow

Venture Round in 2001
Inflow provides facility-based information technology outsourcing solutions.

Nitronex

Series B in 2001
Nitronex is a company specializing in the development and manufacturing of gallium nitride-on-silicon (GaN-on-Si) RF power devices. Founded in 1999 by graduates from North Carolina State University's wide bandgap program, the company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. Nitronex is recognized as a global leader in high-performance GaN-on-Si RF power devices, holding 21 patents with an additional 17 pending. The company's products are primarily aimed at wireless communications, solid-state lighting, and data storage applications, with a focus on wireless infrastructure, broadband, and military markets. Through its innovative technology, Nitronex provides RF power transistors that enhance the performance and efficiency of various electronic systems.

iVast

Series C in 2001
iVAST International specializes in digital media creation and delivery software designed to enhance brand reach and generate new revenue streams. Over five years, the company has established a comprehensive media-based system integration and distribution network across Asia Pacific, Australia, Europe, South America, and the United States. iVAST's software adheres to international standards for the distribution of interactive audio, video, 2D and 3D graphics, and animation, facilitating the delivery of rich media experiences across various end-user devices, including personal computers and set-top boxes. The company has built a substantial client base, including notable organizations such as NetHome Japan, China Telecom, and Yahoo, positioning itself as a key player in the digital media landscape.

Ellacoya Networks

Series B in 2000
Ellacoya Networks is a provider of carrier-grade Broadband Service Optimization solutions, specializing in deep packet inspection technology. The company offers tools that enhance application and subscriber awareness for broadband service providers, allowing them to optimize Internet services effectively. Its hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers, manage applications on an individual basis, and improve overall performance and customer satisfaction. Ellacoya Networks aims to empower broadband providers to deliver compelling applications and competitive services, ultimately enhancing revenue opportunities. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also has offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore.

Ecrix

Venture Round in 2000
Ecrix is a company that specializes in developing data-storage tape products tailored for various computing systems and network configurations. Founded in 1996 by Juan Rodriguez and Kelly Beavers, Ecrix is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. The company is known for its VXA technology, which features a mechanically simpler and more reliable design compared to traditional systems. This unique variable speed operation reduces stress on both the mechanism and the media, allowing clients to store data more reliably and cost-effectively. Ecrix was acquired by Exabyte Corporation in August 2001, further integrating its innovative solutions into a broader range of data storage applications.

Agilera

Private Equity Round in 2000
Agilera, Inc. is a full-service enterprise Application Service Provider (ASP) that specializes in delivering application management and technology services to businesses across various sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, retail, and telecommunications. The company offers an enterprise platform that facilitates access to a wide range of applications, encompassing enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, e-commerce, financials, and human resources. By leveraging economies of skill, scale, and speed, Agilera enables businesses to focus on their core competencies while benefiting from faster implementation of new functionalities and quicker access to updates. This approach supports a rapid return on investment, reduces overall costs, and lowers the Total Cost of Ownership for clients.

Ellacoya Networks

Series A in 2000
Ellacoya Networks is a provider of carrier-grade Broadband Service Optimization solutions, specializing in deep packet inspection technology. The company offers tools that enhance application and subscriber awareness for broadband service providers, allowing them to optimize Internet services effectively. Its hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers, manage applications on an individual basis, and improve overall performance and customer satisfaction. Ellacoya Networks aims to empower broadband providers to deliver compelling applications and competitive services, ultimately enhancing revenue opportunities. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also has offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore.

Fantasma Networks

Series A in 2000
Fantasma Networks was acquired by Pulse-Link, Inc. Fantasma develops and commercializes ultra-wideband technologies for wireless networking in homes, schools, and small offices. The company became an independent organization in January 2000, with the charter to combine ultra-wideband (UWB) radio transmission technology. Fantasma Networks is located in Mountain View, California and the company's professional affiliations include IEEE, CCIA and The 1394 Trade Association.

Agilera

Venture Round in 2000
Agilera, Inc. is a full-service enterprise Application Service Provider (ASP) that specializes in delivering application management and technology services to businesses across various sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, retail, and telecommunications. The company offers an enterprise platform that facilitates access to a wide range of applications, encompassing enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, e-commerce, financials, and human resources. By leveraging economies of skill, scale, and speed, Agilera enables businesses to focus on their core competencies while benefiting from faster implementation of new functionalities and quicker access to updates. This approach supports a rapid return on investment, reduces overall costs, and lowers the Total Cost of Ownership for clients.

Grande Communications Networks

Venture Round in 2000
Grande Communications Networks is a telecommunications company based in San Marcos, Texas, that offers a comprehensive range of services for both residential and business customers. The company specializes in high-speed internet, local and long-distance telephone services, and digital cable television. In addition to these core offerings, Grande provides a variety of advanced network solutions, including fiber internet services, wireless home networking, and advertising services. The company also caters to small and enterprise businesses with data, voice, and video services, commercial development, colocation, and customer support. With a focus on delivering high-quality communication solutions, Grande Communications Networks serves a diverse clientele, ensuring connectivity and service excellence.

Advanced Telecom Group

Private Equity Round in 1999
Advanced Telecom Group is a telecommunications service provider based in Washington. The company offers services related to telephone and voice mail systems installations, service, and repair. It also offers voice, data, fiber, and video cabling services.

Raindance Communications

Venture Round in 1999
Raindance Communications is a provider of Internet-based communication solutions that facilitate voice, video, and visual exchanges for businesses. The company offers a range of services designed for remote communication, including its flagship Evoke Webconferencing, live and on-demand streaming via Evoke Webcasting, and unique features like voice-to-email messaging through Evoke Talking Email. Additionally, Raindance provides real-time voice chat with Evoke Web Talk and various conferencing options, such as reservationless and operator-assisted conferencing. By leveraging proprietary technology that combines traditional telephony with interactive web tools, Raindance aims to deliver simple and cost-effective communication solutions for everyday business meetings and events.

Crown Castle International

Series C in 1997
Crown Castle International is a leading provider of infrastructure for wireless communications, owning and operating approximately 40,000 cell towers and over 90,000 route miles of fiber in the United States. The company offers extensive wireless coverage, serving 92 of the top 100 U.S. markets and a significant portion of the Australian population. Crown Castle leases space on its towers to wireless service providers, who install equipment to enhance their networks, while its fiber assets support small-cell infrastructure and enterprise connections. With a concentrated customer base, about 75% of the company’s revenue derives from the three major U.S. mobile carriers. Crown Castle is dedicated to fostering community relationships, collaborating with local stakeholders to develop tailored connectivity solutions that address evolving technological needs. Their initiatives aim to contribute to smarter, safer communities, reflecting their commitment to responsible corporate citizenship through programs like Connected by Good.

Crown Castle International

Series B in 1996
Crown Castle International is a leading provider of infrastructure for wireless communications, owning and operating approximately 40,000 cell towers and over 90,000 route miles of fiber in the United States. The company offers extensive wireless coverage, serving 92 of the top 100 U.S. markets and a significant portion of the Australian population. Crown Castle leases space on its towers to wireless service providers, who install equipment to enhance their networks, while its fiber assets support small-cell infrastructure and enterprise connections. With a concentrated customer base, about 75% of the company’s revenue derives from the three major U.S. mobile carriers. Crown Castle is dedicated to fostering community relationships, collaborating with local stakeholders to develop tailored connectivity solutions that address evolving technological needs. Their initiatives aim to contribute to smarter, safer communities, reflecting their commitment to responsible corporate citizenship through programs like Connected by Good.

Crown Castle International

Series A in 1995
Crown Castle International is a leading provider of infrastructure for wireless communications, owning and operating approximately 40,000 cell towers and over 90,000 route miles of fiber in the United States. The company offers extensive wireless coverage, serving 92 of the top 100 U.S. markets and a significant portion of the Australian population. Crown Castle leases space on its towers to wireless service providers, who install equipment to enhance their networks, while its fiber assets support small-cell infrastructure and enterprise connections. With a concentrated customer base, about 75% of the company’s revenue derives from the three major U.S. mobile carriers. Crown Castle is dedicated to fostering community relationships, collaborating with local stakeholders to develop tailored connectivity solutions that address evolving technological needs. Their initiatives aim to contribute to smarter, safer communities, reflecting their commitment to responsible corporate citizenship through programs like Connected by Good.
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