Columbus Nova Technology Partners

Columbus Nova Technology Partners is a venture capital and private equity firm focused on growth capital investments in the technology sector. Founded in 2012, the firm operates from its headquarters in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in New York, New York. Columbus Nova Technology Partners specializes in making global technology investments across multiple stages, aiming to support innovative companies that demonstrate significant growth potential.

Andrew Intrater

Managing Director

John Nash III

Managing Director

Joseph Park

Principal

27 past transactions

Deep Instinct

Series B in 2018
Deep Instinct Ltd. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with an additional office in New York, New York. The company specializes in developing advanced cybersecurity solutions that utilize artificial intelligence and deep learning technology to detect and prevent zero-day threats and advanced persistent threat attacks in real-time. Its platform offers comprehensive protection across various mobile devices, endpoints, and operating systems, regardless of whether they are connected to a network or the Internet. By leveraging deep learning's predictive capabilities, Deep Instinct enables enterprises to safeguard their infrastructures against unknown and evasive cyber threats, identifying and blocking attacks before they can cause harm.

Zoomdata

Series D in 2017
Zoomdata, Inc. is a company focused on developing data visualization and analytics systems tailored for big data environments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, Zoomdata provides a visual analytics application that enables users to interact seamlessly with modern big data technologies, including Apache Hadoop and NoSQL data stores. Its offerings include Data Sharpening technology for real-time and historical data analysis, as well as Zoomdata Fusion, which allows the integration of various data sources without requiring data movement or transformation. The platform is designed to be mobile and touch-friendly, facilitating quick access to insights from billions of records. Users can create dashboards, fuse disparate data sources, and collaborate effectively, all while utilizing the company’s tools in both cloud and on-premises environments. Zoomdata also supports developers through its Developer Network, which provides resources such as guides and API documentation. The company operates as a subsidiary of Logi Analytics, Inc.

Frame

Series A in 2017
Frame, Inc. offers a cloud-based software as a service platform that enables individuals, educational institutions, businesses, and software vendors to run their Windows applications online. The platform allows users to install and access applications directly from the cloud on various devices, including Chromebooks, PCs, Macs, and tablets. Educational institutions can stream applications to students, while businesses benefit from reduced administrative complexity in managing their operations. Software vendors can leverage Frame to deliver applications through a SaaS model. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including engineering, architecture, medical research, and financial modeling. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Frame, Inc. was previously known as MAINFRAME2, Inc. and is currently a subsidiary of Nutanix, Inc.

GenePeeks

Series B in 2017
GenePeeks, Inc. is a genetic information company headquartered in New York, New York, that focuses on reducing the risk of heritable diseases through innovative technology. Incorporated in 2009, the company has developed a proprietary software platform that digitally combines the DNA of prospective parents to simulate genetic recombination and reduction. This process generates a comprehensive analysis of potential future children’s genetic profiles, identifying disease risks that existing pre-conception screening methods may overlook. By utilizing Next-Gen sequencing data, GenePeeks creates tens of thousands of virtual genomes, enabling healthcare providers to assess high-risk genetic matches and enhance their understanding of clinically relevant genotypes and variants. The company's mission is to help families safeguard the health of future generations by providing deeper genetic insights.

DRIVIN

Series A in 2016
DRIVIN is transforming the used-car industry by offering a comprehensive service that assists dealers in sourcing, acquiring, delivering, and marketing used vehicles. The company leverages data and technology to access over 2 million quality used-car VINs nationwide, enabling it to identify vehicles that meet the specific quality standards of its dealer partners. DRIVIN manages the entire process on behalf of dealers, including paperwork, titling, and transport, streamlining operations and reducing resource expenditures. Additionally, the company helps its partners enhance profitability by marketing aged inventory to a vast network of over 23,000 dealers. By providing a centralized platform for buying, selling, and managing used vehicles, DRIVIN supports dealers in optimizing their inventory operations and improving overall lot performance.

vArmour

Series D in 2016
vArmour Networks, Inc., established in 2011, specializes in software-defined security solutions for virtualized data centers. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, with offices in Calgary, Canada, and the UK, the company provides network-based security enforcement for cloud computing environments and a multi-cloud security architecture. vArmour's solutions separate the security control plane from the enforcement plane, offering vendor-agnostic security for hybrid cloud infrastructure. They cater to service providers, enterprises, and government cloud operators, with a strategic partnership with Tufin.

HighGround

Series A in 2016
HighGround, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that provides an online platform designed to enhance employee engagement and performance within organizations. The platform allows employees to actively participate in recognizing their peers, providing feedback, and guiding their own career development. By transforming traditional performance reviews into ongoing coaching sessions, HighGround enables organizations to capture employee insights and foster a more engaged workforce. This approach helps companies improve employee retention, productivity, and overall customer satisfaction. Notable clients of HighGround include Cision, Patagonia, Echo Global Logistics, and Allianz, which leverage the platform to cultivate high-performing workplace cultures and drive positive business outcomes. As of July 2018, HighGround operates as a subsidiary of YouEarnedIt, Inc.

Zoomdata

Series C in 2016
Zoomdata, Inc. is a company focused on developing data visualization and analytics systems tailored for big data environments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, Zoomdata provides a visual analytics application that enables users to interact seamlessly with modern big data technologies, including Apache Hadoop and NoSQL data stores. Its offerings include Data Sharpening technology for real-time and historical data analysis, as well as Zoomdata Fusion, which allows the integration of various data sources without requiring data movement or transformation. The platform is designed to be mobile and touch-friendly, facilitating quick access to insights from billions of records. Users can create dashboards, fuse disparate data sources, and collaborate effectively, all while utilizing the company’s tools in both cloud and on-premises environments. Zoomdata also supports developers through its Developer Network, which provides resources such as guides and API documentation. The company operates as a subsidiary of Logi Analytics, Inc.

Bracket Computing

Series C in 2015
Bracket Computing, based in Mountain View, California, develops software designed to enhance workload isolation and security for enterprises operating in hybrid cloud environments. The company's solution includes crypto-enforced micro-segmentation with always-on encryption of data at rest and in motion, utilizing customer-controlled keys. Additionally, it offers data and runtime integrity monitoring, along with auditability and forensic capabilities that capture memory during breaches. Founded in 2011, Bracket Computing aims to reimagine enterprise computing through radical innovation, providing a secure platform that empowers IT departments to maintain speed and agility while protecting against malware, malicious insiders, and operational errors.

Frame

Venture Round in 2015
Frame, Inc. offers a cloud-based software as a service platform that enables individuals, educational institutions, businesses, and software vendors to run their Windows applications online. The platform allows users to install and access applications directly from the cloud on various devices, including Chromebooks, PCs, Macs, and tablets. Educational institutions can stream applications to students, while businesses benefit from reduced administrative complexity in managing their operations. Software vendors can leverage Frame to deliver applications through a SaaS model. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including engineering, architecture, medical research, and financial modeling. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Frame, Inc. was previously known as MAINFRAME2, Inc. and is currently a subsidiary of Nutanix, Inc.

RoboCV

Series A in 2015
RoboCV, established in 2012 and headquartered in Moscow, specializes in developing intelligent autopilot systems for warehouses. Its flagship product, RoboCV X-MOTION NG, is a multifunctional system designed to automate floor movements of pallet goods. This system comprises an electric pallet truck and the RoboCV AUTOPILOT intelligent automation system, enabling it to operate offline without human intervention. It supports various operations such as accepting, shipping, cross-docking, and picking goods, serving warehouse operators (3PL), retail companies, and other businesses interested in warehousing.

Frame

Seed Round in 2014
Frame, Inc. offers a cloud-based software as a service platform that enables individuals, educational institutions, businesses, and software vendors to run their Windows applications online. The platform allows users to install and access applications directly from the cloud on various devices, including Chromebooks, PCs, Macs, and tablets. Educational institutions can stream applications to students, while businesses benefit from reduced administrative complexity in managing their operations. Software vendors can leverage Frame to deliver applications through a SaaS model. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including engineering, architecture, medical research, and financial modeling. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Frame, Inc. was previously known as MAINFRAME2, Inc. and is currently a subsidiary of Nutanix, Inc.

Credorax

Private Equity Round in 2014
Credorax, Inc. is a payment processing company that specializes in providing services to payment service providers, independent sales organizations, and online retailers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Southborough, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Malta, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Israel, Credorax offers a comprehensive suite of online payment processing and acquiring bank services. Its flagship product, NextGen, incorporates advanced technology to facilitate business growth for online merchants by ensuring seamless integration of payment services, competitive rates, and high transaction approval rates. Additionally, Credorax focuses on delivering excellent customer experiences through value-added services, online security, currency settlement, and robust data management support.

Zoomdata

Series B in 2014
Zoomdata, Inc. is a company focused on developing data visualization and analytics systems tailored for big data environments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, Zoomdata provides a visual analytics application that enables users to interact seamlessly with modern big data technologies, including Apache Hadoop and NoSQL data stores. Its offerings include Data Sharpening technology for real-time and historical data analysis, as well as Zoomdata Fusion, which allows the integration of various data sources without requiring data movement or transformation. The platform is designed to be mobile and touch-friendly, facilitating quick access to insights from billions of records. Users can create dashboards, fuse disparate data sources, and collaborate effectively, all while utilizing the company’s tools in both cloud and on-premises environments. Zoomdata also supports developers through its Developer Network, which provides resources such as guides and API documentation. The company operates as a subsidiary of Logi Analytics, Inc.

vArmour

Series C in 2014
vArmour Networks, Inc., established in 2011, specializes in software-defined security solutions for virtualized data centers. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, with offices in Calgary, Canada, and the UK, the company provides network-based security enforcement for cloud computing environments and a multi-cloud security architecture. vArmour's solutions separate the security control plane from the enforcement plane, offering vendor-agnostic security for hybrid cloud infrastructure. They cater to service providers, enterprises, and government cloud operators, with a strategic partnership with Tufin.

D2L

Series B in 2014
D2L Corporation is a learning innovation company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Kitchener, Canada, with additional locations in Toronto, Winnipeg, Maryland, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The company specializes in providing cloud-based learning solutions through its platform, Brightspace, which serves a diverse range of clients, including higher education institutions, K-12 schools, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and enterprise sectors. Brightspace combines usability, integrated analytics, and accessibility to enhance the learning experience, offering tools such as course recommendations, adaptive learning, online grading, and mobile applications that facilitate student engagement. D2L aims to inspire lifelong learning by delivering high-quality educational experiences to over 700 clients and more than 8 million learners globally.

Aerospike

Series C in 2014
Aerospike, Inc. is a provider of a high-performance NoSQL database designed for real-time, mission-critical applications. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru, London, and Or Yehuda, the company offers both enterprise and open-source versions of its database. Aerospike's platform is recognized for its speed, scalability, and reliability, achieving sub-millisecond latency for read and write operations through a combination of in-memory and on-disk storage, as well as a distributed architecture. It caters to developers building applications in various programming languages, including Java, Node.js, and Python, and is particularly suited for use cases such as real-time analytics, personalized recommendations, ad targeting, and fraud detection. In addition to its core database offerings, Aerospike provides community and enterprise support, educational resources, and consulting services to help organizations consolidate and optimize their digital data infrastructure.

Rhapsody

Venture Round in 2013
Rhapsody is a digital music service that provides subscribers with unlimited on-demand access to over sixteen million songs. Recognized as the first and largest premium music service in the United States, Rhapsody enables users to enjoy music across various platforms, including PCs, laptops, Internet-connected home stereos, TVs, MP3 players, and mobile phones. The service supports a wide array of devices, including smartphones from major carriers and applications for popular mobile platforms such as iOS and Android. In addition to its extensive music library, Rhapsody offers features like videos, playlists, reviews, and radio stations, enhancing the overall listening experience for its subscribers. Since 2011, the brand has operated under the name Napster, with the associated trademarks belonging to Rhapsody International Inc.

Vastrm

Seed Round in 2013
Vastrm, Inc., founded in 2010 and based in Burlingame, California, specializes in made-to-order sportswear for men. The company offers a range of customizable apparel, including hoodies, track jackets, mock neck pullovers, tailored polos, shirts, T-shirts, and other lightweight layering pieces. Vastrm caters to corporate clients and individual customers through its online store, providing products in various fabrics, colors, detailing, and sizes. The company also offers a home try-on program for clients and private-label services for retailers. Vastrm's platform allows customers to design their own apparel by selecting different trims and styles, ensuring a perfect fit for unique body types.

Bina Technologies

Series B in 2013
Bina Technologies specializes in developing high-performance data analysis solutions tailored for personalized healthcare. Their primary focus is on creating scalable genomic analytics platforms that streamline the management and processing of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data. This technology is designed to reduce the time, cost, and complexity involved in deriving insights from large datasets, thereby aiding researchers and clinicians in academic and translational research markets.

Zoomdata

Series A in 2013
Zoomdata, Inc. is a company focused on developing data visualization and analytics systems tailored for big data environments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, Zoomdata provides a visual analytics application that enables users to interact seamlessly with modern big data technologies, including Apache Hadoop and NoSQL data stores. Its offerings include Data Sharpening technology for real-time and historical data analysis, as well as Zoomdata Fusion, which allows the integration of various data sources without requiring data movement or transformation. The platform is designed to be mobile and touch-friendly, facilitating quick access to insights from billions of records. Users can create dashboards, fuse disparate data sources, and collaborate effectively, all while utilizing the company’s tools in both cloud and on-premises environments. Zoomdata also supports developers through its Developer Network, which provides resources such as guides and API documentation. The company operates as a subsidiary of Logi Analytics, Inc.

Opsmatic

Seed Round in 2013
Opsmatic, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing tools for operations professionals. The company's solutions are designed to enhance productivity and efficiency within operations teams, allowing them to play strategic roles in their organizations. Opsmatic's technology focuses on proactively improving performance, managing deployments, and reducing downtime, thereby enabling operations teams to deliver more consistent results with fewer surprises. As of October 2015, Opsmatic operates as a subsidiary of New Relic, Inc.

Frame

Convertible Note in 2013
Frame, Inc. offers a cloud-based software as a service platform that enables individuals, educational institutions, businesses, and software vendors to run their Windows applications online. The platform allows users to install and access applications directly from the cloud on various devices, including Chromebooks, PCs, Macs, and tablets. Educational institutions can stream applications to students, while businesses benefit from reduced administrative complexity in managing their operations. Software vendors can leverage Frame to deliver applications through a SaaS model. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including engineering, architecture, medical research, and financial modeling. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Frame, Inc. was previously known as MAINFRAME2, Inc. and is currently a subsidiary of Nutanix, Inc.

42Floors

Series B in 2013
42Floors Inc. is a company that specializes in commercial real estate services, primarily focusing on office space. Established in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company operates a web platform that aggregates listings from various sources, including brokerages, landlords, and Craigslist, across 200 cities in the United States. This platform facilitates the search for office properties, as well as leasing services for various types of spaces, including retail, industrial, medical, and restaurants. 42Floors aims to simplify the process for tenants, brokers, and landlords, enabling them to find suitable office spaces tailored to their needs. The company operates as a subsidiary of Knotel, Inc.

Tomfoolery

Seed Round in 2013
Tomfoolery is a mobile app lab founded by ex-Yahoo and AOL execs committed to making enterprise solutions more consumer-friendly. Its debut app is the conversation platform Anchor. Anchor allows users to share files from Box.com and Dropbox, syncs with Evernote, and lets companies create company directories on the platform — a listing of all employees who are on Anchor — which can be used to find email and phone details, as well as link for chatting.

GenePeeks

Series A in 2012
GenePeeks, Inc. is a genetic information company headquartered in New York, New York, that focuses on reducing the risk of heritable diseases through innovative technology. Incorporated in 2009, the company has developed a proprietary software platform that digitally combines the DNA of prospective parents to simulate genetic recombination and reduction. This process generates a comprehensive analysis of potential future children’s genetic profiles, identifying disease risks that existing pre-conception screening methods may overlook. By utilizing Next-Gen sequencing data, GenePeeks creates tens of thousands of virtual genomes, enabling healthcare providers to assess high-risk genetic matches and enhance their understanding of clinically relevant genotypes and variants. The company's mission is to help families safeguard the health of future generations by providing deeper genetic insights.

ConXtech

Series A in 2005
ConXtech, Inc. is a construction technology company based in Pleasanton, California, specializing in the development of modular building systems. It offers the ConX structural steel chassis system, which is designed for high-density residential, commercial, healthcare, and institutional projects, as well as industrial applications like pipe racks. The company provides a range of manufactured connectors and building components that allow for the mass customization of structural frames, facilitating the integration of additional factory-built modules. Founded in 2004, ConXtech aims to enhance the efficiency, quality, and safety of construction processes, enabling developers to expedite project timelines and reduce costs across various sectors, including industrial, residential, healthcare, and commercial markets. Its manufacturing operations are located in Hayward, California.
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