8Flow is a developer of an enterprise-grade self-learning workflow automation platform designed to analyze and automate customer support workflows. The platform focuses on understanding the actions of individual agents as they resolve tickets and utilizes task mining to identify opportunities for automation. It generates solutions for repetitive tasks across various systems, including ticketing systems, business applications, spreadsheets, customer order databases, and customer relationship management platforms. By enabling clients to automate essential business functions such as finance for invoice processing and sales and operations for inventory management, 8Flow enhances operational efficiency and improves customer support processes.
Prompt Security
Series A in 2024
Prompt Security is a company focused on providing comprehensive security solutions for generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) applications within enterprises. Its singular security platform is designed to safeguard organizations against risks associated with prompt injection data leaks and the misuse of large language model (LLM) responses. By securing the entire GenAI ecosystem—from tools utilized by employees to integrations in customer-facing products—Prompt Security enables organizations to adopt GenAI technologies confidently and at scale. The company aims to empower security teams to effectively manage and mitigate risks associated with the deployment and integration of GenAI across various business functions.
Browserbase
Series A in 2024
Browserbase is a cloud-based platform designed for developers to manage and monitor headless browsers. It offers a range of features including serverless infrastructure, session recording, logging, debugging, automated CAPTCHA solving, and stealth mode, enabling clients to efficiently run and oversee browser automation scripts.
Developer of a financial operation platform designed for bill payments and employee onboarding process for the organization. The company specializes in finance operations, hr operations, bank accounts, corporate cards, bill pay, payroll and many more, enabling startups to manage all of the back-office operations.
Aembit is a provider of a Workload Identity and Access Management platform tailored for DevSecOps teams, enabling the automation of secure workload access. The platform acts as a centralized identity broker for various environments, including public clouds, SaaS applications, and data centers, streamlining the management of workload access throughout its lifecycle. Aembit's technology facilitates secure and seamless connections between client workloads and essential services such as APIs, databases, and cloud resources. It empowers enterprises to enforce access based on predetermined policies, issue necessary credentials, and monitor interactions between systems, thereby simplifying application development and delivery while ensuring robust security measures are in place.
Nagomi Security
Series A in 2024
Nagomi is changing the way security teams balance risk and defense, empowering customers to focus on what matters now. By mapping customers’ existing security tools to the threats that matter and providing prescriptive remediation plans, the Nagomi Proactive Defense Platform finally makes it possible to optimize, measure, and maximize the ROI of security investments. By taking a threat-centered, data-driven, and actionable approach to risk and cybersecurity, customers are able to provide high-level cybersecurity maturity metrics to executives while simultaneously showing security practitioners exactly what to do to reduce risk, fix misconfigurations, and make strategic decisions with business context. Learn more at nagomi.security.
Accredify
Series A in 2024
Accredify is a Singapore-based company specializing in the creation and issuance of verifiable digital documents for organizations across various sectors. With a presence in over nine markets and a client base of 900 globally, Accredify has facilitated nearly 7 million verifications of its documents. The company's cloud-based system ensures that all issued documents are tamper-proof and traceable, allowing users to verify them through a simple drag-and-drop process. Initially focused on the higher education sector, Accredify has since expanded into healthcare, notably contributing to the development of Singapore's HealthCerts, which provide digitally verifiable COVID-19 test results. Recognized internationally, these certificates can be validated via QR codes and are accepted in over 32 countries. Accredify also offers a suite of APIs for seamless integration, enabling organizations to automate the issuance of verifiable digital credentials. With a commitment to customer service, security, and legal compliance, Accredify aims to be a trusted solution for document management and verification.
Intrinsic
Seed Round in 2023
Intrinsic is a software company specializing in safety technologies. It provides tools designed to assist users in creating safe platforms by offering services such as testing, detection, observation, and enforcement. These capabilities help maintain quality content communities and monitor brand safety through APIs, allowing users to control what data is sent to the platform.
Spera is an identity security posture management platform that focuses on providing proactive protection against identity-driven attacks for enterprises. The platform enhances the capabilities of identity teams by detecting, prioritizing, and remediating potential breaches. Spera delivers risk visibility and context, utilizing automation to continuously identify risks within an organization’s identity framework. Additionally, it offers comprehensive reporting on the security landscape, providing actionable insights that enable clients to improve their security measures based on user correlations, identity analytics, and usage patterns.
Uno App is a collection of software tools (application) that helps people safeguard online security. It consists of an iOS app, a macOS app, and browser extensions.
Synqly operates an Integration-as-a-Service platform, specializing in the seamless and swift integration of infrastructure and security technologies. It connects and integrates various security products, removing barriers and fostering collaboration within the security ecosystem. This enables security vendors to offer easy-to-use integrations, scalable solutions, and flexible deployment options.
Cerby, Inc. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2020 and based in Alameda, California. It specializes in developing tools and applications aimed at managing access for disconnected applications and addressing the risks associated with Shadow IT. Cerby offers a comprehensive access management platform that leverages identity providers to automate security tasks and improve identity and access management processes. This platform eliminates the reliance on manual tools and compensating controls, streamlining tasks such as offboarding and two-factor authentication enrollment. With its patent-pending access orchestration engine, Cerby provides organizations with passwordless authentication capabilities and enhanced visibility over applications that do not conform to standard protocols. By automating these processes, Cerby enables identity teams to extend access, minimize security risks, and reduce operational costs while adhering to zero trust principles.
Aembit is a provider of a Workload Identity and Access Management platform tailored for DevSecOps teams, enabling the automation of secure workload access. The platform acts as a centralized identity broker for various environments, including public clouds, SaaS applications, and data centers, streamlining the management of workload access throughout its lifecycle. Aembit's technology facilitates secure and seamless connections between client workloads and essential services such as APIs, databases, and cloud resources. It empowers enterprises to enforce access based on predetermined policies, issue necessary credentials, and monitor interactions between systems, thereby simplifying application development and delivery while ensuring robust security measures are in place.
Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity
Grant in 2023
UC Berkeley Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity is a digital technology that continues to transform our society, vital questions remain around privacy, online safety, and the security of our networks and data.
Arengu
Acquisition in 2023
Arengu is a low-code platform that specializes in customer onboarding solutions, enabling companies to automate forms and enhance both security and user experience. The platform provides developers with ready-made templates to facilitate the quick creation of complex onboarding processes, significantly reducing the time required to integrate with APIs or identity providers. By employing low-code automation and a robust data verification process, Arengu helps organizations mitigate fraud risks while allowing them to create customizable online forms accessible across various devices. This approach streamlines the login experience and optimizes the overall customer onboarding workflow.
Aembit is a provider of a Workload Identity and Access Management platform tailored for DevSecOps teams, enabling the automation of secure workload access. The platform acts as a centralized identity broker for various environments, including public clouds, SaaS applications, and data centers, streamlining the management of workload access throughout its lifecycle. Aembit's technology facilitates secure and seamless connections between client workloads and essential services such as APIs, databases, and cloud resources. It empowers enterprises to enforce access based on predetermined policies, issue necessary credentials, and monitor interactions between systems, thereby simplifying application development and delivery while ensuring robust security measures are in place.
SURF SECURITY
Seed Round in 2023
Founded in London, UK in 2022, SURF Security is an endpoint protection Browser-SASE (secure access service edge) cybersecurity company that has created the world’s first enterprise zero-trust browser and extension with security at its core. These two products capitalise on the rise of both the working-from-home phenomenon, and ‘software as a service’ or SaaS platforms that are used through a browser. SURF secures the browser itself, either replacing or augmenting consumer browsers such as Chrome, Edge, or Safari. This approach helps ensure compliance, defends organisations from breaches and protects users from social engineering attacks such as phishing—all on the user’s device. www.surf.security SURF provides users with freedom of work, letting them interact with applications, data, and each other securely. It addresses the critical business asset neglected by security experts for years: The browser. The browser is the access frontier for everything: users, data, corporate assets, applications, development activities - and cyber criminals, too. SURF Security has transformed the browser into your strongest security asset while providing complete end-user privacy – all with full compliance. Through this centralized platform, SURF insists on identity-first access to all SaaS and corporate assets to guarantee a secured and frictionless user experience. SURF enhances security, performance, and productivity for end-users and applications – faster than ever before.
Pangea is a developer of security APIs that offers a comprehensive portfolio of security services tailored for application builders. The company provides a single platform that simplifies the integration of security into cloud and mobile applications. Pangea's services are designed to be globally accessible while maintaining regional intelligence, making them suitable for diverse markets. Available on major cloud platforms such as AWS and GCP, Pangea enables clients—including app developers, SaaS providers, and security operations teams—to efficiently create secure and compliant user experiences. The company aims to make security accessible to all developers, eliminating the need for extensive security expertise.
AiPrise
Seed Round in 2022
AiPrise is a global platform specializing in customer identity verification and KYC orchestration. The company offers a comprehensive solution that integrates identity verification and fraud detection APIs, allowing businesses to tailor their identity management processes. AiPrise's platform facilitates KYC onboarding through regionalized processes, enhancing customer experience and minimizing drop-offs. With a robust workflow engine, it assists fintech and cryptocurrency companies in making informed identity decisions by leveraging attributes such as phone, email, device data, and government lookups. By enabling businesses to customize their verification workflows, AiPrise effectively aids in preventing fraud during the onboarding process.
HYCU is a leading provider of multi-cloud data protection as a service, specializing in data backup and recovery solutions for on-premises, cloud-native, and SaaS environments. The company's innovative R-Cloud platform delivers effective data protection, migration, disaster recovery, and ransomware protection, simplifying the process for thousands of organizations globally. By eliminating the complexities and costs associated with traditional data protection solutions, HYCU has established itself as a top choice in the SaaS data protection industry. The company is based in Boston, Massachusetts, and has achieved a notable Net Promoter Score reflecting high customer satisfaction. To date, HYCU has raised significant venture capital funding to support its growth and development in the competitive data management market.
Dig Security
Series A in 2022
Dig Security is a cloud data security startup that specializes in providing real-time visibility, control, and protection for data assets across multiple cloud environments. As enterprises face challenges related to data exfiltration and policy violations amidst increasingly complex database settings, Dig Security offers a cloud-native and agentless solution. Its platform enables businesses to effectively manage cloud data sprawl while ensuring the security of their data without hindering operational efficiency. By integrating Data Detection & Response (DDR) capabilities, Dig Security empowers organizations to discover, monitor, and protect their cloud data in real time, delivering comprehensive threat protection services for data stored in public cloud infrastructures.
Spruce is building a future where users control their identity and data across all digital interactions.
Oyster is a company dedicated to creating a more equitable workforce by enabling organizations to hire talent from anywhere in the world. Founded in January 2020 by Tony Jamous and Jack Mardack, Oyster provides a human resources platform tailored for globally distributed companies. It simplifies the complexities associated with international employment, allowing businesses to manage compliant payroll and offer competitive local benefits to their employees. As a fully remote organization itself, Oyster boasts a diverse, globally distributed team, reflecting its mission to empower companies to build inclusive and dynamic workforces without the typical challenges and costs associated with global hiring.
Passthrough
Seed Round in 2022
Passthrough is a technology company that offers a platform designed to streamline the subscription process for private funds. Its software automates the distribution and execution of subscription agreements, facilitating a more efficient workflow for attorneys, general partners, and investors. By providing real-time validation and extended document validation, Passthrough ensures that all subscription documents are fully executed and compliant. This automation simplifies the complexities associated with subscription management, making it easier for investors to engage with private funds while enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Oloid Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in contactless facial authentication biometrics designed for deskless workers. Founded in 2014, Oloid develops a platform known as FaceVault, which integrates secure biometric authentication into various business applications and workflows, facilitating functionalities such as time and attendance tracking, data management, and interaction with IoT devices. The platform offers features like identity and context resolution, automatic frame capture, contactless clocking, and touchless access to streamline operations while enhancing security. Oloid's solutions converge cyber and physical security, enabling frictionless login experiences through various identity factors, including facial recognition and palm scanning, thereby improving employee safety, security, and productivity in modern workplaces.
Cerby, Inc. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2020 and based in Alameda, California. It specializes in developing tools and applications aimed at managing access for disconnected applications and addressing the risks associated with Shadow IT. Cerby offers a comprehensive access management platform that leverages identity providers to automate security tasks and improve identity and access management processes. This platform eliminates the reliance on manual tools and compensating controls, streamlining tasks such as offboarding and two-factor authentication enrollment. With its patent-pending access orchestration engine, Cerby provides organizations with passwordless authentication capabilities and enhanced visibility over applications that do not conform to standard protocols. By automating these processes, Cerby enables identity teams to extend access, minimize security risks, and reduce operational costs while adhering to zero trust principles.
Ockam Inc. is a technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing a serverless platform for secure Internet-of-Things (IoT) development. The company offers tools that enable the seamless interconnection of hardware and software services, allowing for the secure exchange of information within connected systems. Its platform facilitates the management of identities, cryptographic keys, and credentials for various devices and applications. Ockam's solutions are designed to simplify the development process by eliminating the complexities associated with system administration, providing built-in security features such as end-to-end encryption and mutual authentication, and offering an open-source architecture that is secure-by-design. By connecting developers, engineers, and product managers, Ockam empowers organizations to build trust across their data exchanges in various networking environments.
Bureau is a no-code identity and risk orchestration platform that helps businesses mitigate friction and fraud in customer interactions. It specializes in automating decisions for onboarding trustworthy customers while enhancing security and user experiences. The platform employs real-time insights, instant logins, and risk profiling to streamline authentication and hasten the onboarding process. Bureau offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including customer onboarding, account monitoring, device intelligence, behavioral biometrics, and transaction monitoring, providing extensive protection throughout the customer journey. Its innovative Identity Bureau Network leverages contextual data to generate actionable insights, allowing businesses to make informed decisions regarding digital identities while improving KYC compliance and fraud prevention in the mobile domain.
Skipify is a California-based technology company focused on enhancing the e-commerce experience by reducing friction in the purchasing process. Its platform integrates with existing email providers, allowing shoppers to make purchases directly from blog posts, reviews, and product links. By streamlining the checkout process and connecting shoppers with their payment options, rewards, and points, Skipify aims to minimize abandoned carts and improve overall customer satisfaction. The company's innovative approach not only facilitates a smoother transaction experience for shoppers but also helps merchants strengthen their relationships with customers and boost affiliate and partner conversion rates.
Kandji, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in providing customizable security and compliance solutions for Apple devices, including Mac computers, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kandji streamlines the management of these devices for IT teams by offering features such as one-click compliance templates and over 150 pre-built automation, apps, and workflows. The platform is designed to simplify the enforcement of macOS security parameters and enables real-time monitoring and auto-remediation of potential issues. Kandji is committed to enhancing the user experience through continuous innovation and customer-focused solutions, helping businesses maintain secure and compliant environments.
Crossbeam
Series C in 2021
Crossbeam, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to facilitate collaborative data sharing among businesses. Founded in 2018, Crossbeam enables companies to identify overlapping customers and prospects with their partners, thereby enhancing partnership opportunities. The platform provides businesses with tools to connect data, create targeted populations, and analyze shared customer insights effectively. With its focus on ecosystem-led growth, Crossbeam serves over 19,000 companies, helping them attract, convert, and nurture customer relationships through their partner networks. The platform also ensures that data remains current and secure, allowing companies to close deals, improve product offerings, and assess their performance comprehensively.
Adaptive Shield
Series A in 2021
Adaptive Shield is a developer of a security posture management platform that assists businesses in managing their cloud services effectively. The platform offers a comprehensive solution for security teams, providing deep visibility and control over critical Software as a Service applications. It features continuous, automated vulnerability management, ensuring proactive threat prevention, detection, and response. Additionally, Adaptive Shield covers key areas such as misconfiguration management, SaaS-to-SaaS access, identity and access governance, and device-to-SaaS user risk management. By integrating a built-in knowledge base and adhering to established security frameworks and benchmarks, the company enables organizations to maintain a secure, efficient, and compliant application environment.
atSpoke
Acquisition in 2021
atSpoke is a developer of an AI-powered workplace ticketing platform that facilitates efficient management of internal requests. The platform provides employees with immediate and personalized access to knowledge and support, allowing them to work smartly and quickly. By automating responses to common inquiries, atSpoke enables IT, HR, and support teams to enhance service quality and accountability. This automation also allows these teams to scale their operations effectively to meet varying demands. Overall, atSpoke streamlines the process of addressing repetitive requests, thus improving workplace efficiency and employee experience.
Tessian Limited is a company that specializes in email security software designed to mitigate risks associated with human error and data loss. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in London, the company offers advanced solutions that leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence. Key products include CheckRecipient Guardian, which alerts users in real-time if emails are being sent to unintended recipients, and CheckRecipient RuleBuilder, which allows organizations to easily create and enforce email communication policies. The platform analyzes email networks to prevent sensitive information from being misdirected, thereby protecting clients in various sectors, including legal services, healthcare, investment banking, and technology. Tessian aims to enhance security while ensuring minimal disruption to employees' workflows, empowering them to work efficiently without compromising data integrity.
Drata is a Trust Management Platform based in San Diego, California, founded in 2020 by Adam Markowitz, Daniel Marashlian, and Troy Markowitz. The company specializes in security compliance automation, assisting organizations in achieving and maintaining compliance with various standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, CCPA, CMMC, and NIST CSF. Drata's platform offers continuous, automated monitoring and evidence collection, significantly reducing the time and costs associated with annual audits. By providing actionable insights, reports, alerts, and seamless SaaS integrations, Drata enables enterprises to build trust with their users and partners while facilitating secure business growth.
Immuta, Inc. is a data security company that specializes in providing organizations with a platform for managing data privacy, security, and access control. The Immuta Data Security Platform enables users to discover and classify sensitive data, implement access control policies, and monitor data usage without the need for coding. This automated data governance solution supports self-service access to data while ensuring compliance with various regulations. Immuta is utilized by a diverse range of industries, including finance, healthcare, government, and manufacturing, to facilitate cloud migration and secure collaboration. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in College Park, Maryland, with additional offices in Boston, Massachusetts and Columbus, Ohio, Immuta has established itself as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 companies and government agencies worldwide.
Kandji, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in providing customizable security and compliance solutions for Apple devices, including Mac computers, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kandji streamlines the management of these devices for IT teams by offering features such as one-click compliance templates and over 150 pre-built automation, apps, and workflows. The platform is designed to simplify the enforcement of macOS security parameters and enables real-time monitoring and auto-remediation of potential issues. Kandji is committed to enhancing the user experience through continuous innovation and customer-focused solutions, helping businesses maintain secure and compliant environments.
Productiv
Series C in 2021
Productiv, Inc. is a cloud-based platform specializing in SaaS management and application engagement insights tailored for IT companies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Bellevue and San Francisco, the company integrates with single sign-on tools to monitor login activity and extract purchase and license data from various systems, providing organizations with a comprehensive view of their software agreements and expirations. Productiv’s platform emphasizes employee engagement through real-time data analysis, enabling organizations to optimize their SaaS portfolios for better return on investment. By offering solutions focused on discovery, rightsizing, and productivity, Productiv supports enterprises in enhancing governance and operational efficiency, ultimately transforming their approach to SaaS management.
DataGrail
Series B in 2021
DataGrail Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in privacy management software for businesses. Its platform integrates with third-party systems, enabling companies to comply with various privacy laws and regulations. DataGrail facilitates control over communication preferences, serving prominent brands such as Salesforce and Overstock.com. Recognized by Gartner as a Cool Vendor, the company maintains high customer satisfaction ratings on platforms like G2.
Pipe is a financial services platform that specializes in facilitating the trading of recurring revenue streams. It connects companies, particularly in the cloud services sector, with institutional investors, allowing for real-time transactions. By making recurring revenue streams tradable based on their annual value, Pipe helps businesses unlock deferred cash flows, providing them with immediate access to capital. This non-dilutive funding approach enables companies to scale efficiently without relinquishing ownership or incurring debt. The platform integrates with existing billing systems to assess and underwrite businesses with recurring revenues, thereby streamlining the funding process and supporting growth initiatives.
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform that specializes in providing authentication and authorization solutions for developers and security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools that streamline the process of user authentication across various applications and platforms. The platform supports single sign-on capabilities, allowing users to authenticate via multiple identity providers while enabling developers to customize the authentication pipeline. Auth0's services also include multi-factor authentication and passwordless login options, enhancing security and user experience. Additionally, the company offers Auth0 Signals, a set of threat intelligence tools designed to protect against identity attacks by leveraging information from the dark web. With a global presence that includes offices in London, Singapore, Buenos Aires, Sydney, and Tokyo, Auth0 serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises.
TripleBlind
Seed Round in 2021
TripleBlind operates an online platform that enables entities to collaborate on sensitive data and algorithms without compromising privacy. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, the company provides a software-only solution delivered via a simple API. This solution focuses on healthcare and financial services, leveraging principles like federated learning and multi-party compute to enhance scalability and processing speed. TripleBlind supports major cloud platforms and ensures compliance with regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR, making it a robust tool for unlocking the intellectual property value of data while preserving privacy. The company is backed by notable investors including Accenture, General Catalyst, and The Mayo Clinic.
Kandji, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in providing customizable security and compliance solutions for Apple devices, including Mac computers, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kandji streamlines the management of these devices for IT teams by offering features such as one-click compliance templates and over 150 pre-built automation, apps, and workflows. The platform is designed to simplify the enforcement of macOS security parameters and enables real-time monitoring and auto-remediation of potential issues. Kandji is committed to enhancing the user experience through continuous innovation and customer-focused solutions, helping businesses maintain secure and compliant environments.
Crossbeam
Series B in 2020
Crossbeam, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to facilitate collaborative data sharing among businesses. Founded in 2018, Crossbeam enables companies to identify overlapping customers and prospects with their partners, thereby enhancing partnership opportunities. The platform provides businesses with tools to connect data, create targeted populations, and analyze shared customer insights effectively. With its focus on ecosystem-led growth, Crossbeam serves over 19,000 companies, helping them attract, convert, and nurture customer relationships through their partner networks. The platform also ensures that data remains current and secure, allowing companies to close deals, improve product offerings, and assess their performance comprehensively.
Avigilon Alta
Series C in 2020
Avigilon Alta specializes in advanced security solutions, particularly in access control systems designed for modern workplaces. The company offers a seamless mobile access control solution that allows users to enter authorized areas by simply waving their smartphones, leveraging patented technology for high reliability and efficiency. Avigilon Alta provides a comprehensive cloud-based platform that includes features such as entry schedule management, multi-site oversight, and integration with third-party applications, ensuring a secure and user-friendly experience. Their innovative solutions also encompass emergency response capabilities, allowing for the remote locking or unlocking of doors and zones during critical situations. Serving a diverse range of industries, including commercial real estate, education, and retail, Avigilon Alta aims to enhance security while simplifying access management for enterprises.
Hunters is a cybersecurity company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based platform for detecting and responding to cyber threats. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company offers its solution, Hunters.AI, which autonomously identifies cyberattacks that may evade traditional security measures across various IT environments, including cloud and network systems. Hunters.AI integrates diverse security telemetry and intelligence, enriching threat signals with detailed tactics, techniques, and procedures to enhance detection capabilities. By utilizing machine learning and cloud-based analytics, the platform correlates threat patterns and generates high-fidelity attack narratives, enabling cybersecurity teams to respond swiftly and effectively to potential breaches.
VNDLY
Venture Round in 2020
VNDLY, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based vendor management platform tailored for the non-employee workforce. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mason, Ohio, VNDLY's platform supports Fortune 500 companies, managed service providers, and vendors by managing the entire lifecycle of non-employee engagement, which includes talent acquisition, training, payment, and offboarding. The platform comprises four key modules: contingent workforce management, statement of work management, independent contractor compliance, and total talent acquisition. VNDLY aims to streamline the talent sourcing and acquisition process by integrating various sources such as staffing agencies and job boards, ultimately enhancing companies' returns on investment and enabling them to hire quality talent more efficiently.
Iterative Scopes
Seed Round in 2020
Iterative Scopes, Inc. is a Boston-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing machine learning-powered diagnostic tools aimed at assisting gastroenterologists in the prevention of colon cancer. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for physicians and life sciences professionals within the colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease sectors. By leveraging advanced technology, Iterative Scopes aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve patient outcomes in these critical areas of healthcare.
Ockam Inc. is a technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing a serverless platform for secure Internet-of-Things (IoT) development. The company offers tools that enable the seamless interconnection of hardware and software services, allowing for the secure exchange of information within connected systems. Its platform facilitates the management of identities, cryptographic keys, and credentials for various devices and applications. Ockam's solutions are designed to simplify the development process by eliminating the complexities associated with system administration, providing built-in security features such as end-to-end encryption and mutual authentication, and offering an open-source architecture that is secure-by-design. By connecting developers, engineers, and product managers, Ockam empowers organizations to build trust across their data exchanges in various networking environments.
Productiv
Series B in 2019
Productiv, Inc. is a cloud-based platform specializing in SaaS management and application engagement insights tailored for IT companies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Bellevue and San Francisco, the company integrates with single sign-on tools to monitor login activity and extract purchase and license data from various systems, providing organizations with a comprehensive view of their software agreements and expirations. Productiv’s platform emphasizes employee engagement through real-time data analysis, enabling organizations to optimize their SaaS portfolios for better return on investment. By offering solutions focused on discovery, rightsizing, and productivity, Productiv supports enterprises in enhancing governance and operational efficiency, ultimately transforming their approach to SaaS management.
DataGrail
Series A in 2019
DataGrail Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in privacy management software for businesses. Its platform integrates with third-party systems, enabling companies to comply with various privacy laws and regulations. DataGrail facilitates control over communication preferences, serving prominent brands such as Salesforce and Overstock.com. Recognized by Gartner as a Cool Vendor, the company maintains high customer satisfaction ratings on platforms like G2.
Fast Forward
Corporate Round in 2019
Fast Forward is an accelerator dedicated to supporting social technology nonprofits. The organization offers a three-month program that includes a philanthropic grant, access to experienced mentors, a tailored curriculum, and a supportive community. By providing both financial and human capital, Fast Forward aims to help these nonprofits scale their technology solutions and maximize their impact in addressing social challenges.
Trusted Key Solutions
Seed Round in 2019
Trusted Key Solutions is a provider of secure digital identity solutions designed for both consumers and organizations. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on offering financial institutions secure Know Your Customer (KYC) solutions, password-less authentication systems, and improved document signing processes. Its goal is to create an Open Identity Network that empowers users to manage their own identities through mobile devices, allowing secure interactions with various entities, including governments, banks, and retailers. The platform facilitates secure logins to applications and services without passwords, enabling users to present definitive identity credentials when needed. This approach helps protect against identity theft and fraud while providing access to advanced services. In July 2019, Trusted Key Solutions was acquired by Workday, a cloud software company.
Azuqua
Acquisition in 2019
Azuqua, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that develops a digital automation platform designed to integrate various software as a service (SaaS) applications. Founded in 2010, Azuqua's platform allows users to automate repetitive tasks and enhance productivity through a visual drag-and-drop interface, eliminating the need for coding skills. It provides a robust library of logic functions, comprehensive connectors, and tools for data manipulation, enabling businesses to streamline workflows across departments. Azuqua's solutions address critical business processes in areas such as customer experience, sales, human resources, and marketing. By connecting disparate applications and facilitating seamless data flow, Azuqua empowers organizations to improve employee and customer experiences while redefining productivity. The company operates as a subsidiary of Okta, Inc. as of March 2019.
ScaleFT
Acquisition in 2018
ScaleFT is a software company specializing in cloud-native access management solutions, founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company has developed a comprehensive Zero Trust platform that simplifies access control across various user and resource types, eliminating the need for multiple privileged access management (PAM) and identity access management (IAM) products. ScaleFT's platform connects securely to Linux and Windows servers using a client certificate-backed architecture, thereby removing static credentials. It manages access to web applications through a policy-based framework that authenticates and authorizes each request in real-time. This approach allows IT teams to enforce security policies effectively while providing a streamlined, centralized workflow for accessing company resources.
Stormpath
Acquisition in 2017
Stormpath is a developer-focused company that provides an Identity API and software development kits (SDKs) designed to facilitate authentication and user management in web and mobile applications. Its comprehensive API enables developers to implement essential features such as custom user registration, password authentication, complex authorization schemes, and custom user data storage. Additionally, Stormpath supports multi-tenant SaaS applications and advanced functionalities like single sign-on and token authentication. By streamlining the authentication process, Stormpath allows developers to concentrate on their core applications and accelerate their time to market.
SpydrSafe Mobile Security
Acquisition in 2014
SpydrSafe Mobile Security is a specialized provider of a Mobile Application Security platform designed to manage how mobile applications access, utilize, and share corporate data on smartphones and tablets. Established in 2011 by experienced professionals from McAfee/Intel, the company offers the only solution that delivers both uniform and granular policy control over any mobile app—whether pre-installed, downloaded from app stores, or developed internally. By focusing on preventing corporate data breaches resulting from both intentional and unintentional misuse of mobile applications, SpydrSafe empowers enterprise IT departments to maintain security and compliance across all mobile platforms. The company is headquartered near Washington, DC.
ClearVector is an identity-driven cloud security company that specializes in providing organizations with tools to effectively prepare for, measure, and mitigate the impact of cyberattacks and data breaches. The company's security platform is designed to support organizations transitioning to a cloud-native environment, offering features such as one-click remediation, real-time notifications, and activity monitoring. By equipping clients with these capabilities, ClearVector enables them to proactively address potential security threats and enhance their overall cybersecurity posture.
Cerby, Inc. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2020 and based in Alameda, California. It specializes in developing tools and applications aimed at managing access for disconnected applications and addressing the risks associated with Shadow IT. Cerby offers a comprehensive access management platform that leverages identity providers to automate security tasks and improve identity and access management processes. This platform eliminates the reliance on manual tools and compensating controls, streamlining tasks such as offboarding and two-factor authentication enrollment. With its patent-pending access orchestration engine, Cerby provides organizations with passwordless authentication capabilities and enhanced visibility over applications that do not conform to standard protocols. By automating these processes, Cerby enables identity teams to extend access, minimize security risks, and reduce operational costs while adhering to zero trust principles.