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, Inc. is a music service provider based in San Diego, California, specializing in personalized radio experiences. Founded in 2006, the company offers both free and subscription-based access to a wide range of music, news, and sports content. Listeners can enjoy expertly curated stations tailored to their preferences, as well as the ability to create custom stations from an extensive catalog of songs. Slacker's services are accessible on various platforms, including web, mobile devices, in-car infotainment systems, and consumer electronics. The company operates as a subsidiary of LiveXLive Media, Inc. since December 2017.
Slacker
Venture Round in 2009
Slacker, Inc. is a music service provider based in San Diego, California, specializing in personalized radio experiences. Founded in 2006, the company offers both free and subscription-based access to a wide range of music, news, and sports content. Listeners can enjoy expertly curated stations tailored to their preferences, as well as the ability to create custom stations from an extensive catalog of songs. Slacker's services are accessible on various platforms, including web, mobile devices, in-car infotainment systems, and consumer electronics. The company 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 for various applications. The company offers products such as the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple analog front-end components for seamless connectivity, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, designed for WiMedia UWB systems. Alereon aims to simplify networking by eliminating the need for cables, allowing for easy connections between personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices. Their offerings include pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, as well as wireless USB adapter kits and Ethernet cable replacement solutions. The company serves a diverse range of markets, including consumer electronics, medical, and military and public safety sectors. Founded in 2003, Alereon continues to innovate in wireless technology to enhance connectivity for its customers.
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 specializes in advanced data storage and management solutions, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC). The company provides a robust data platform that supports on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid environments, emphasizing performance, durability, and reliability. Its innovative parallel network-attached storage (NAS) technology allows for the integration of various storage media within a unified architecture, offering customers flexibility, simplicity, and cost efficiency. This approach enhances data protection, integrity, and availability, catering to enterprise needs for scalability and ease of management. Through its commitment to innovation, VDURA positions itself as a leader in the data storage sector.
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 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, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets for various applications. The company offers products such as the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple analog front-end components for seamless connectivity, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, designed for WiMedia UWB systems. Alereon aims to simplify networking by eliminating the need for cables, allowing for easy connections between personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices. Their offerings include pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, as well as wireless USB adapter kits and Ethernet cable replacement solutions. The company serves a diverse range of markets, including consumer electronics, medical, and military and public safety sectors. Founded in 2003, Alereon continues to innovate in wireless technology to enhance connectivity for its customers.
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, Inc. is a music service provider based in San Diego, California, specializing in personalized radio experiences. Founded in 2006, the company offers both free and subscription-based access to a wide range of music, news, and sports content. Listeners can enjoy expertly curated stations tailored to their preferences, as well as the ability to create custom stations from an extensive catalog of songs. Slacker's services are accessible on various platforms, including web, mobile devices, in-car infotainment systems, and consumer electronics. The company 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, Inc. specializes in developing enterprise storage software and hardware solutions aimed at automating data movement and management. The company offers several key products, including Fluid Data Storage, an enterprise storage platform, and Fluid Data Architecture, which provides granular data management capabilities. Additionally, Compellent's Storage Center 5.4 enables enterprises to adapt to evolving business needs. The company's innovative Storage Area Network (SAN) is designed to reduce capital expenditures on storage and infrastructure while ensuring continuous data availability and enabling storage virtualization.
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 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, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets for various applications. The company offers products such as the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple analog front-end components for seamless connectivity, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, designed for WiMedia UWB systems. Alereon aims to simplify networking by eliminating the need for cables, allowing for easy connections between personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices. Their offerings include pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, as well as wireless USB adapter kits and Ethernet cable replacement solutions. The company serves a diverse range of markets, including consumer electronics, medical, and military and public safety sectors. Founded in 2003, Alereon continues to innovate in wireless technology to enhance connectivity for its customers.
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 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 developing rugged computing solutions tailored for military, public safety, homeland security, telecommunications, and industrial sectors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company offers a range of products, including A+ Rugged Servers designed for efficient server management in demanding environments, such as rack dense and transit case applications. Their product lineup also features the A+Server Availability Management Processor System, which oversees management and monitoring of server hardware and software, enabling remote control capabilities. Additionally, Augmentix provides custom partner programs to meet 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 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 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 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 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, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC). The company provides a robust data platform that supports on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid environments, emphasizing performance, durability, and reliability. Its innovative parallel network-attached storage (NAS) technology allows for the integration of various storage media within a unified architecture, offering customers flexibility, simplicity, and cost efficiency. This approach enhances data protection, integrity, and availability, catering to enterprise needs for scalability and ease of management. Through its commitment to innovation, VDURA positions itself as a leader in the data storage sector.
Alereon, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets for various applications. The company offers products such as the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple analog front-end components for seamless connectivity, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, designed for WiMedia UWB systems. Alereon aims to simplify networking by eliminating the need for cables, allowing for easy connections between personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices. Their offerings include pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, as well as wireless USB adapter kits and Ethernet cable replacement solutions. The company serves a diverse range of markets, including consumer electronics, medical, and military and public safety sectors. Founded in 2003, Alereon continues to innovate in wireless technology to enhance connectivity for its customers.
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 specializes in providing research and analytical tools focused on consumer usage data within the telecom and mobile media sectors. Its offerings include a portfolio of marketing and service quality information products aimed at mobile service operators, device manufacturers, infrastructure firms, and enterprises. These products help clients assess their market position, optimize investment strategies, and enhance the adoption and usage of their services and products. Telephia employs a variety of proprietary data analysis techniques to support critical decision-making and deliver diagnostic information for major communications companies. In June 2007, Telephia was acquired by Nielsen Mobile.
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 specializes in advanced data storage and management solutions, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC). The company provides a robust data platform that supports on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid environments, emphasizing performance, durability, and reliability. Its innovative parallel network-attached storage (NAS) technology allows for the integration of various storage media within a unified architecture, offering customers flexibility, simplicity, and cost efficiency. This approach enhances data protection, integrity, and availability, catering to enterprise needs for scalability and ease of management. Through its commitment to innovation, VDURA positions itself as a leader in the data storage sector.
NuVox Communications
Private Equity Round in 2002
NuVox is a provider of voice and data network communications, primarily serving businesses in the United States. The company offers a range of services, including broadband access, conference calling, data security and backup, voicemail, and web hosting. By delivering comprehensive communication solutions, NuVox enables organizations to enhance their operational efficiency and connectivity.
Inflow
Venture Round in 2002
Inflow provides facility-based information technology outsourcing solutions.
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 specializes in providing Broadband Service Optimization solutions that utilize deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, allowing broadband service providers to enhance their Internet offerings. The company’s hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers and manage applications on an individual basis. This capability helps improve performance, boost customer satisfaction, and facilitate the delivery of revenue-generating IP services. Ellacoya Networks is known for its scalability and functionality, which are essential for creating competitive service offerings in large carrier IP networks. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore, positioning itself as a key player in the broadband optimization sector.
Telephia specializes in providing research and analytical tools focused on consumer usage data within the telecom and mobile media sectors. Its offerings include a portfolio of marketing and service quality information products aimed at mobile service operators, device manufacturers, infrastructure firms, and enterprises. These products help clients assess their market position, optimize investment strategies, and enhance the adoption and usage of their services and products. Telephia employs a variety of proprietary data analysis techniques to support critical decision-making and deliver diagnostic information for major communications companies. In June 2007, Telephia was acquired by Nielsen Mobile.
Inflow
Venture Round in 2001
Inflow provides facility-based information technology outsourcing solutions.
Nitronex is a leading company 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 specializes in GaN semiconductors, which are utilized in various applications, including wireless communications, solid-state lighting, and data storage. The company produces RF power transistors specifically designed for wireless infrastructure, broadband, and military markets. Nitronex holds 21 patents and has an additional 17 patents pending, underscoring its commitment to innovation in high-performance semiconductor technology.
iVast International specializes in digital media creation and delivery software, aimed at expanding brand reach and generating new revenue streams. Over five years, the company has developed a robust media integration and distribution network across Asia Pacific, Australia, Europe, South America, and the United States. Its software adheres to international standards for distributing interactive audio, video, 2D or 3D graphics, and animation through broadband and broadcast networks. This enables content owners and service providers to deliver enhanced media experiences to various end-user devices, including personal computers and set-top boxes. iVast has established a significant client base, which includes notable organizations such as NetHome Japan, China Telecom, and Sony, among others.
Ellacoya Networks
Series B in 2000
Ellacoya Networks specializes in providing Broadband Service Optimization solutions that utilize deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, allowing broadband service providers to enhance their Internet offerings. The company’s hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers and manage applications on an individual basis. This capability helps improve performance, boost customer satisfaction, and facilitate the delivery of revenue-generating IP services. Ellacoya Networks is known for its scalability and functionality, which are essential for creating competitive service offerings in large carrier IP networks. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore, positioning itself as a key player in the broadband optimization sector.
Ecrix
Venture Round in 2000
Ecrix specializes in developing data-storage tape products designed for various computing systems and network configurations. The company is known for its VXA tape storage solution, which employs a mechanically simpler and more reliable design. This unique variable speed operation reduces stress on both the mechanism and the media, helping clients achieve cost savings while ensuring reliable data storage. Founded in 1996 by Juan Rodriguez and Kelly Beavers, Ecrix is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. It was acquired by Exabyte Corporation in August 2001.
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 specializes in providing Broadband Service Optimization solutions that utilize deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, allowing broadband service providers to enhance their Internet offerings. The company’s hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers and manage applications on an individual basis. This capability helps improve performance, boost customer satisfaction, and facilitate the delivery of revenue-generating IP services. Ellacoya Networks is known for its scalability and functionality, which are essential for creating competitive service offerings in large carrier IP networks. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore, positioning itself as a key player in the broadband optimization sector.
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 in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The company offers a range of services designed for remote communication, including its flagship Evoke Webconferencing, live and on-demand streaming through Evoke Webcasting, and voice-to-email messaging via Evoke Talking Email. Additionally, Raindance Communications provides real-time voice chat through Evoke Web Talk. Utilizing proprietary technology, the company integrates traditional telephony with interactive web tools to support everyday business meetings and events through various options, such as reservationless conferencing and operator-assisted conferencing.
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.