Village Ventures, Inc. is a venture capital firm founded in 2000 and headquartered in Williamstown, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Bloomington, Indiana; New York, New York; and Denver, Colorado. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage investments, primarily focusing on sectors such as consumer, media, retail, healthcare, life sciences, business services, information technology, and financial services. Village Ventures typically invests between $0.5 million and $5 million in companies based in the United States, particularly in regions like New England, Florida, New Mexico, Western Massachusetts, and Central Indiana. The firm targets early-stage companies with revenues under $10 million and seed-stage companies with no revenues, aiming to acquire a minimum of 20% ownership in its portfolio companies. While Village Ventures is no longer actively investing, it has established a reputation for co-investing alongside groups familiar to the firm.
SimpleReach, Inc. provides a platform that tracks social interaction with published content to deliver insights and performance metrics related to social behavior. By integrating data from various channels and websites, the company offers a comprehensive view of content effectiveness, helping clients enhance their return on content investments. Utilizing advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence, SimpleReach assists marketers in refining future campaigns and enables publishers to create dashboards for monitoring and reporting on campaign performance. The company serves a range of clients, including notable brands like Intel, Chase, and Home Depot, who rely on its platform to gain actionable insights and improve content impact. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, SimpleReach operates as a subsidiary of Nativo, Inc. since March 2019.
Metamarkets Group
Series C in 2015
Metamarkets is an interactive analytics platform designed for the programmatic advertising sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides users with real-time analysis of media marketplaces, empowering both buyers and sellers to enhance their business performance. Metamarkets' platform facilitates ad hoc data navigation and visualization, enabling marketers to gain insights quickly and effectively. Among its clientele are notable companies in the digital advertising space, such as Twitter, AOL, and Rubicon Project. The platform emphasizes security through SSL-encrypted data transfers and offers self-service permissions, ensuring that users can access and manage their data efficiently.
Dwolla
Series D in 2014
Dwolla, established in 2010 and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, specializes in developing API solutions for bank transfers. It offers the Access API, enabling users to link bank accounts and initiate transfers within their platform. Additionally, Dwolla provides the Dwolla Dashboard and Admin, an intuitive interface for managing customers, viewing transactions, and analyzing business trends. Dwolla's modern API simplifies complex payment network integrations, allowing businesses to efficiently and securely transfer funds directly to bank accounts, with the flexibility of same-day, next-day, or real-time payments.
SimpleReach
Series A in 2014
SimpleReach, Inc. provides a platform that tracks social interaction with published content to deliver insights and performance metrics related to social behavior. By integrating data from various channels and websites, the company offers a comprehensive view of content effectiveness, helping clients enhance their return on content investments. Utilizing advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence, SimpleReach assists marketers in refining future campaigns and enables publishers to create dashboards for monitoring and reporting on campaign performance. The company serves a range of clients, including notable brands like Intel, Chase, and Home Depot, who rely on its platform to gain actionable insights and improve content impact. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, SimpleReach operates as a subsidiary of Nativo, Inc. since March 2019.
Goji
Series D in 2014
Goji is an American online insurance agency headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in home and auto insurance. Established in 2007, the company utilizes a data-driven platform that merges human expertise with advanced technology to assist customers in finding the most suitable insurance policies at competitive prices. Goji enables users to compare rates from leading insurance providers, offering a personalized online insurance concierge service that delivers real-time, value-based quotes tailored to individual coverage needs. This innovative approach has allowed Goji to serve hundreds of thousands of Americans in their quest for appropriate insurance solutions.
GutCheck
Series C in 2014
GutCheck is an online qualitative market research platform that helps brands address critical business questions through agile market research. By leveraging innovative technologies and human experience intelligence, GutCheck enables clients to gain authentic insights into consumer behavior and preferences. This approach allows brands to make informed decisions throughout the innovation cycle, enhancing their ability to deliver better experiences at every customer touchpoint. GutCheck's services are designed to be quick, economical, and convenient, empowering clients to unlock new possibilities and respond effectively to market demands.
Zipmark
Seed Round in 2013
Zipmark Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a platform for invoicing, billing, and payment services, enabling businesses to send and receive digital checks securely and at a transparent cost. Founded in 2010 by Jake Howerton and Jay Bhattacharya, Zipmark offers an API that integrates easily into web and mobile applications, presenting a cost-effective alternative to traditional credit and debit card transactions. The platform also features Zipmark Deposit for bank deposits and allows users to pay bills like rent or subscriptions directly from paper invoices using Zipmark's iPhone app and QR codes. With its focus on innovative payment solutions, Zipmark aims to streamline financial transactions for businesses and their customers.
BlueTarp Financial
Private Equity Round in 2013
BlueTarp Financial is a B2B credit management company founded in 1998 and headquartered in Portland, Maine. It serves over 2,000 suppliers by providing upfront payments for sales, which mitigates credit risk and allows businesses to fund their growth. Suppliers have the flexibility to customize their credit management programs, opting to either maintain their existing customer interactions or utilize a full-service option where BlueTarp manages customer service and collections. The company offers various features, including credit lines up to $1 million and terms of up to 90 days, along with a loyalty rewards program. BlueTarp's SmartView™ online tools provide suppliers with transparency into customer buying and payment behaviors, enhancing their ability to manage cash flow and reduce financial risk.
Sulia
Series B in 2013
**Sulia is a subject-based social network that connects you to the top social sources on subjects you care about.** We all have interests that we're extremely passionate about. Whether it's our family, a sports team, breaking news, Hollywood gossip, a hobby, a career, or a political issue, we obsess over our interests everyday. However, with an endless number of sources talking about an endless number of subjects, it's nearly impossible to find the best sources to follow to across your interests. And, even if you were able to identify the top sources, sifting through all of their content is maddeningly time-consuming. We built Sulia to address these problems (which were driving us mad too). Sulia’s subject-based structure of social channels connects trusted sources and enthusiasts on shared interests across thousands of subjects, including breaking news and events. How? We use a combination of network managers and sophisticated algorithms to identify the best-regarded sources across thousands of subjects. We then dynamically filter content from those sources, regardless of where it's created (a blog, a social network, a media site, through Sulia's publishing system, etc.), into high-quality, realtime social channels. The result is streams of timely content from trusted sources that is always on-topic, readable, and relevant. People use Sulia everyday to discover new sources and engage with their interests. Sulia is backed by leading media and technology investors, including: -- Firstmark Capital: Rick Heitzmann -- Village Ventures: Matt Harris, Bo Peabody -- IA Capital Partners: Roger Ehrenberg -- Founder Collective: Chris Dixon -- SV Angels: Ron Conway -- Mark Gerson, Founder, Gerson Lehrman Group
GutCheck
Series B in 2013
GutCheck is an online qualitative market research platform that helps brands address critical business questions through agile market research. By leveraging innovative technologies and human experience intelligence, GutCheck enables clients to gain authentic insights into consumer behavior and preferences. This approach allows brands to make informed decisions throughout the innovation cycle, enhancing their ability to deliver better experiences at every customer touchpoint. GutCheck's services are designed to be quick, economical, and convenient, empowering clients to unlock new possibilities and respond effectively to market demands.
Dwolla
Series C in 2013
Dwolla, established in 2010 and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, specializes in developing API solutions for bank transfers. It offers the Access API, enabling users to link bank accounts and initiate transfers within their platform. Additionally, Dwolla provides the Dwolla Dashboard and Admin, an intuitive interface for managing customers, viewing transactions, and analyzing business trends. Dwolla's modern API simplifies complex payment network integrations, allowing businesses to efficiently and securely transfer funds directly to bank accounts, with the flexibility of same-day, next-day, or real-time payments.
Sulia
Series A in 2012
**Sulia is a subject-based social network that connects you to the top social sources on subjects you care about.** We all have interests that we're extremely passionate about. Whether it's our family, a sports team, breaking news, Hollywood gossip, a hobby, a career, or a political issue, we obsess over our interests everyday. However, with an endless number of sources talking about an endless number of subjects, it's nearly impossible to find the best sources to follow to across your interests. And, even if you were able to identify the top sources, sifting through all of their content is maddeningly time-consuming. We built Sulia to address these problems (which were driving us mad too). Sulia’s subject-based structure of social channels connects trusted sources and enthusiasts on shared interests across thousands of subjects, including breaking news and events. How? We use a combination of network managers and sophisticated algorithms to identify the best-regarded sources across thousands of subjects. We then dynamically filter content from those sources, regardless of where it's created (a blog, a social network, a media site, through Sulia's publishing system, etc.), into high-quality, realtime social channels. The result is streams of timely content from trusted sources that is always on-topic, readable, and relevant. People use Sulia everyday to discover new sources and engage with their interests. Sulia is backed by leading media and technology investors, including: -- Firstmark Capital: Rick Heitzmann -- Village Ventures: Matt Harris, Bo Peabody -- IA Capital Partners: Roger Ehrenberg -- Founder Collective: Chris Dixon -- SV Angels: Ron Conway -- Mark Gerson, Founder, Gerson Lehrman Group
Metamarkets Group
Series B in 2012
Metamarkets is an interactive analytics platform designed for the programmatic advertising sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides users with real-time analysis of media marketplaces, empowering both buyers and sellers to enhance their business performance. Metamarkets' platform facilitates ad hoc data navigation and visualization, enabling marketers to gain insights quickly and effectively. Among its clientele are notable companies in the digital advertising space, such as Twitter, AOL, and Rubicon Project. The platform emphasizes security through SSL-encrypted data transfers and offers self-service permissions, ensuring that users can access and manage their data efficiently.
Dwolla
Series B in 2012
Dwolla, established in 2010 and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, specializes in developing API solutions for bank transfers. It offers the Access API, enabling users to link bank accounts and initiate transfers within their platform. Additionally, Dwolla provides the Dwolla Dashboard and Admin, an intuitive interface for managing customers, viewing transactions, and analyzing business trends. Dwolla's modern API simplifies complex payment network integrations, allowing businesses to efficiently and securely transfer funds directly to bank accounts, with the flexibility of same-day, next-day, or real-time payments.
SimpleReach
Seed Round in 2012
SimpleReach, Inc. provides a platform that tracks social interaction with published content to deliver insights and performance metrics related to social behavior. By integrating data from various channels and websites, the company offers a comprehensive view of content effectiveness, helping clients enhance their return on content investments. Utilizing advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence, SimpleReach assists marketers in refining future campaigns and enables publishers to create dashboards for monitoring and reporting on campaign performance. The company serves a range of clients, including notable brands like Intel, Chase, and Home Depot, who rely on its platform to gain actionable insights and improve content impact. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, SimpleReach operates as a subsidiary of Nativo, Inc. since March 2019.
PerfectServe
Series C in 2012
PerfectServe, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Knoxville, Tennessee, that specializes in secure communications and collaboration solutions for the healthcare industry in the United States. Founded in 1999, the company provides a comprehensive platform that includes clinical communication, provider scheduling, nurse communication, and medical answering services. Its offerings, such as PerfectServe Synchrony and PerfectServe One-2-One, facilitate effective communication between physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. The platform is designed to ensure accuracy, reliability, and personal control over communication processes, supporting hospitals, physician practices, and healthcare clients across more than 130 markets. PerfectServe's services enable tens of thousands of daily interactions, connecting medical professionals with approximately 12 million patients, thereby underscoring the growing demand for innovative healthcare communication solutions. The company has seen significant growth, with compound annual growth rates exceeding 50 percent since 2000.
Zipmark
Seed Round in 2011
Zipmark Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a platform for invoicing, billing, and payment services, enabling businesses to send and receive digital checks securely and at a transparent cost. Founded in 2010 by Jake Howerton and Jay Bhattacharya, Zipmark offers an API that integrates easily into web and mobile applications, presenting a cost-effective alternative to traditional credit and debit card transactions. The platform also features Zipmark Deposit for bank deposits and allows users to pay bills like rent or subscriptions directly from paper invoices using Zipmark's iPhone app and QR codes. With its focus on innovative payment solutions, Zipmark aims to streamline financial transactions for businesses and their customers.
StyleCaster
Series A in 2011
StyleCaster is a prominent digital media and technology platform specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content. It operates multiple owned properties and utilizes its patented Makeover Solutions technology to help women discover and share their personal style. The platform aims to be an accessible and inclusive resource, particularly targeting millennial women who seek to enhance their lifestyle with both style and substance. StyleCaster publishes a variety of content, including fashion trends, hair styling tips, skincare advice, and beauty entertainment, while also collaborating with brands to create engaging native advertising that resonates with its audience.
Purch
Series B in 2011
Purch, Inc. is a digital content and services company that simplifies complex buying decisions for consumers and businesses. Founded in 2003 and based in Ogden, Utah, with additional offices in major cities including Los Angeles, New York, Boston, and Paris, Purch operates a diverse portfolio of digital brands that blend commerce and content across various product categories. The company provides consumers with relevant information through in-depth product reviews, comparisons, and articles from respected reviewers, enabling informed purchasing decisions. It facilitates over $1 billion in annual commerce through its brands, which include Tom’s Guide, Top Ten Reviews, ShopSavvy, and Business.com. With a focus on connecting intent-based buyers and sellers, Purch attracts more than 100 million users monthly, making it a leading source for buying advice across over 1,200 product categories.
OpenLogic
Venture Round in 2011
OpenLogic is a provider of cloud-based open source software management services, focusing on support and consulting for enterprises. The company assists organizations in effectively utilizing open source software by offering solutions in support, governance, provisioning, and training. Through its platform, OpenLogic Exchange, it enables software development teams to harness the extensive capabilities and innovations found in open source software, ensuring that businesses can maximize the benefits while maintaining safe and compliant usage.
Native
Venture Round in 2011
NativeEnergy is a Public Benefit Corporation that specializes in developing and financing carbon reduction projects. It offers high-quality carbon offsets to organizations, focusing on innovative and catalytic projects that deliver global emission reductions. The company works closely with stakeholders to activate climate solutions that benefit both communities and ecosystems.
Health Guru Media
Series D in 2011
Healthguru.com is the destination site for health video on the web with 99 million views per month (comScore Video Metrix, August). Our unique approach to health education was developed specifically for the video audience and is differentiated in three key ways: - Category Focus: Healthguru.com focuses on the health topics that matter most to today's audience, including: diet and fitness, mental & emotional health, sexual health, pregnancy, baby health, drugs & alcohol, as well as information on more than 125 different health conditions. - Medium: The modern health consumer seeks out an immersive, rich media experience on the web, and video has proven to be a more engaging medium. Healthguru.com has the largest health video library online, and interactive applications to offer our audience the experience it expects. - Editorial Approach: World-class information providers know that creating truly engaging content is the way to ensure that information becomes learning. That's why Healthguru.com is dedicated to making our content as interesting and, when relevant, entertaining, as it is useful. All Healthguru.com content is created or selected by our editorial team and is rigorously reviewed for medical accuracy, objectivity and balance. While we do accept advertising on our site and may distribute content via third party sites, Healthguru.com does not endorse products, services or companies.
Metamarkets Group
Series A in 2011
Metamarkets is an interactive analytics platform designed for the programmatic advertising sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides users with real-time analysis of media marketplaces, empowering both buyers and sellers to enhance their business performance. Metamarkets' platform facilitates ad hoc data navigation and visualization, enabling marketers to gain insights quickly and effectively. Among its clientele are notable companies in the digital advertising space, such as Twitter, AOL, and Rubicon Project. The platform emphasizes security through SSL-encrypted data transfers and offers self-service permissions, ensuring that users can access and manage their data efficiently.
OnDeck
Series C in 2011
OnDeck, established in 2006 and headquartered in New York City, is a technology-driven financial services company. It specializes in providing loan financing to small and medium-sized businesses, primarily in Australia since 2015. OnDeck's proprietary software aggregates data about a business' operations and uses algorithms to determine loan eligibility, focusing on the business's performance rather than solely the owner's personal credit score. This approach enables OnDeck to offer a range of financing services, including short-term loans, business loans, and unsecured loans, thereby expanding access to credit for small businesses that may struggle to secure financing from traditional banks.
Sulia
Venture Round in 2010
**Sulia is a subject-based social network that connects you to the top social sources on subjects you care about.** We all have interests that we're extremely passionate about. Whether it's our family, a sports team, breaking news, Hollywood gossip, a hobby, a career, or a political issue, we obsess over our interests everyday. However, with an endless number of sources talking about an endless number of subjects, it's nearly impossible to find the best sources to follow to across your interests. And, even if you were able to identify the top sources, sifting through all of their content is maddeningly time-consuming. We built Sulia to address these problems (which were driving us mad too). Sulia’s subject-based structure of social channels connects trusted sources and enthusiasts on shared interests across thousands of subjects, including breaking news and events. How? We use a combination of network managers and sophisticated algorithms to identify the best-regarded sources across thousands of subjects. We then dynamically filter content from those sources, regardless of where it's created (a blog, a social network, a media site, through Sulia's publishing system, etc.), into high-quality, realtime social channels. The result is streams of timely content from trusted sources that is always on-topic, readable, and relevant. People use Sulia everyday to discover new sources and engage with their interests. Sulia is backed by leading media and technology investors, including: -- Firstmark Capital: Rick Heitzmann -- Village Ventures: Matt Harris, Bo Peabody -- IA Capital Partners: Roger Ehrenberg -- Founder Collective: Chris Dixon -- SV Angels: Ron Conway -- Mark Gerson, Founder, Gerson Lehrman Group
TxVia
Series D in 2010
TxVia specializes in advanced transaction processing technology for various payment applications, including consumer, corporate, and government services. The company provides a platform-as-a-service (PaaS) model that offers fully customizable solutions tailored to the specific processing needs of its clients. TxVia's product portfolio encompasses a wide range of prepaid card systems, such as retail gift cards, general purpose reloadable cards, healthcare cards, and payroll cards. Their systems are designed to support bank issuers and program managers in effectively managing prepaid card programs. By leveraging TxVia's technology, clients—including some of the largest companies in the payments industry—benefit from improved time-to-market, cost efficiency, scalability, reliability, and security.
Travora Media
Series C in 2010
Travora Media is an advertising sales and operations subsidiary based in New York, specializing in travel advertising. Originally founded as Travel Ad Network in 2003, the company has evolved to represent a diverse network of travel-related websites and mobile applications, attracting an audience of 26 million qualified travelers. Travora Media provides exclusive publisher representation throughout the travel lifecycle, partnering with notable brands such as Viator, Rand McNally, and GuidePal. This exclusivity allows the company to deliver comprehensive revenue solutions to travel publishers while granting advertisers access to a highly targeted audience across various platforms, including local, social, and mobile channels. Additionally, Travora Media offers real-time information to travelers about their intended destinations, enhancing the travel planning experience.
Simple
Series A in 2010
Simple is a web and mobile application that unifies various accounts into one accessible bank card. Rather than making money from different fees, Simple plans to split the net interest margin with its partner banks (the difference between the rate they lend at and the rate they pay to depositors), thus eliminating the incentive to push more confusing products at consumers. Simple has more than 100,000 customers, processed $1.7 billion in annual transactions last year, and experienced 330% customer growth. Simple was launched by Alex Payne, Shamir Karkal, and Josh Reich in January 2009 and is based in Portland, Oregon.
Goji
Series B in 2010
Goji is an American online insurance agency headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in home and auto insurance. Established in 2007, the company utilizes a data-driven platform that merges human expertise with advanced technology to assist customers in finding the most suitable insurance policies at competitive prices. Goji enables users to compare rates from leading insurance providers, offering a personalized online insurance concierge service that delivers real-time, value-based quotes tailored to individual coverage needs. This innovative approach has allowed Goji to serve hundreds of thousands of Americans in their quest for appropriate insurance solutions.
Extreme Reach
Series B in 2010
Extreme Reach specializes in content production and creative asset management within the media, entertainment, and advertising sectors. The company offers a comprehensive platform that addresses challenges related to content proliferation and audience fragmentation, providing services such as creative asset management, talent and rights management, and payment solutions. Its flagship product, AdBridge™, streamlines the complex workflows necessary for modern advertising, integrating various processes to enhance campaign execution. With over 200,000 users and managing nearly four million creative assets, Extreme Reach supports leading brands, studios, agencies, and performers by simplifying operational tasks. Additionally, the company is recognized as a leader in commercial talent and rights management and plays a significant role in payroll services for the industry, processing approximately $2 billion annually. By continually innovating its platform, Extreme Reach enables clients to adapt and thrive in an evolving marketplace.
Trefis
Series A in 2010
Trefis is a stock analysis service that focuses on evaluating stock prices by assessing the contributions of a company's key products and business segments. Its innovative model allows users to adjust underlying assumptions through an interactive interface, enabling them to forecast future prices and market shares by simply manipulating visual charts. This capability facilitates real-time updates to price targets based on user-defined changes. In addition to stock analysis, Trefis offers data analytics technology that supports investors and business decision-makers in sharing and collaborating on strategic analyses, thereby enhancing their ability to understand risks and develop future strategies.
Metamarkets Group
Seed Round in 2010
Metamarkets is an interactive analytics platform designed for the programmatic advertising sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides users with real-time analysis of media marketplaces, empowering both buyers and sellers to enhance their business performance. Metamarkets' platform facilitates ad hoc data navigation and visualization, enabling marketers to gain insights quickly and effectively. Among its clientele are notable companies in the digital advertising space, such as Twitter, AOL, and Rubicon Project. The platform emphasizes security through SSL-encrypted data transfers and offers self-service permissions, ensuring that users can access and manage their data efficiently.
Babble
Series B in 2010
Babble is an online parenting magazine and community platform aimed at urban parents, providing a variety of lifestyle content. Founded in December 2006 by Alisa Volkman and Rufus Griscom, the company is based in New York. Babble offers articles, photos, videos, and blogs covering topics such as beauty, home, food, travel, entertainment, parenting, and health. The site features interactive elements including community profiles, message boards, and photo sharing services. Additionally, it hosts specialized content like the "Strollerderby" blog and a parental advisory column, ensuring a diverse range of resources and advice for modern families.
Quirky
Series A in 2010
Quirky is a crowdsourced invention platform based in New York City that facilitates collaboration among its global community of inventors and an in-house team of designers and engineers. Founded by Ben Kaufman, Quirky aims to make invention accessible by allowing individuals to submit product ideas, which are then vetted and voted on by the community. The platform encourages participation by enabling inventors to influence product development and share in royalties from sales of successful creations. By soliciting ideas through its website and mobile app, Quirky brings innovative consumer products to market on a weekly basis. The company considers various factors, including uniqueness and manufacturing complexity, when deciding which ideas to develop, while remaining committed to pursuing concepts that enhance everyday life. Quirky relaunched its platform in 2016 under new ownership, continuing its mission of democratizing the invention process.
Purch
Series A in 2010
Purch, Inc. is a digital content and services company that simplifies complex buying decisions for consumers and businesses. Founded in 2003 and based in Ogden, Utah, with additional offices in major cities including Los Angeles, New York, Boston, and Paris, Purch operates a diverse portfolio of digital brands that blend commerce and content across various product categories. The company provides consumers with relevant information through in-depth product reviews, comparisons, and articles from respected reviewers, enabling informed purchasing decisions. It facilitates over $1 billion in annual commerce through its brands, which include Tom’s Guide, Top Ten Reviews, ShopSavvy, and Business.com. With a focus on connecting intent-based buyers and sellers, Purch attracts more than 100 million users monthly, making it a leading source for buying advice across over 1,200 product categories.
Outside.In
Series B in 2009
Outside.in is a New York-based aggregator focused on facilitating the sharing and exploration of hyperlocal information within neighborhoods. The company develops a data and technology platform that organizes and distributes online news, blogs, and discussions, linking them to specific offline locations. By prioritizing local blogs as primary sources of information, Outside.in aims to enhance access to community-driven content, akin to how local search engines have transformed web navigation. The company is supported by funding from various angel investors and venture capital firms, which have contributed to its mission of improving the discovery and dissemination of hyperlocal news and information.
Health Guru Media
Series C in 2009
Healthguru.com is the destination site for health video on the web with 99 million views per month (comScore Video Metrix, August). Our unique approach to health education was developed specifically for the video audience and is differentiated in three key ways: - Category Focus: Healthguru.com focuses on the health topics that matter most to today's audience, including: diet and fitness, mental & emotional health, sexual health, pregnancy, baby health, drugs & alcohol, as well as information on more than 125 different health conditions. - Medium: The modern health consumer seeks out an immersive, rich media experience on the web, and video has proven to be a more engaging medium. Healthguru.com has the largest health video library online, and interactive applications to offer our audience the experience it expects. - Editorial Approach: World-class information providers know that creating truly engaging content is the way to ensure that information becomes learning. That's why Healthguru.com is dedicated to making our content as interesting and, when relevant, entertaining, as it is useful. All Healthguru.com content is created or selected by our editorial team and is rigorously reviewed for medical accuracy, objectivity and balance. While we do accept advertising on our site and may distribute content via third party sites, Healthguru.com does not endorse products, services or companies.
Vico Software
Series B in 2009
Vico Software specializes in providing software and services tailored for the building construction industry across Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. The company's core product, the Vico Office Suite, features a construction-oriented 5D BIM environment that enhances project management and collaboration. Key components include the Vico Office Client, which facilitates the publishing and integration of 3D models from various BIM sources, and the Vico Takeoff Manager, designed to generate precise quantity takeoffs based on 3D models. Additionally, Vico Software offers the Vico Cost Planner for cost calculation and estimating, the Vico Cost Explorer for real-time budget tracking, and the Vico Doc Set Manager for efficient drawing management. The company also provides an online training program and various consulting and implementation services to support clients. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Vico Software serves building owners, general contractors, and construction managers, with additional offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Finland, and Hungary.
TxVia
Series C in 2009
TxVia specializes in advanced transaction processing technology for various payment applications, including consumer, corporate, and government services. The company provides a platform-as-a-service (PaaS) model that offers fully customizable solutions tailored to the specific processing needs of its clients. TxVia's product portfolio encompasses a wide range of prepaid card systems, such as retail gift cards, general purpose reloadable cards, healthcare cards, and payroll cards. Their systems are designed to support bank issuers and program managers in effectively managing prepaid card programs. By leveraging TxVia's technology, clients—including some of the largest companies in the payments industry—benefit from improved time-to-market, cost efficiency, scalability, reliability, and security.
GetWellNetwork
Series C in 2009
GetWellNetwork, Inc. is a Bethesda, Maryland-based company that specializes in developing precision engagement software solutions aimed at enhancing patient involvement in the healthcare process. Founded in 1999 by Michael O’Neil Jr., the company provides a range of interactive tools tailored for hospitals, including the GetWell Patient Care solution, which integrates various resources to activate patient participation. Its offerings encompass digital check-in systems, entertainment options, and personalized education through a library of condition-specific content. The GetWellNetwork platform utilizes predefined workflows, known as Patient Pathways, to deliver educational materials and engage patients in their care journey. This approach facilitates real-time monitoring and documentation of patient progress, enabling healthcare providers to customize experiences based on individual needs. GetWellNetwork primarily serves healthcare providers, pediatric hospitals, and government organizations, striving to improve patient care outcomes through enhanced engagement and education.
Babble
Series A in 2009
Babble is an online parenting magazine and community platform aimed at urban parents, providing a variety of lifestyle content. Founded in December 2006 by Alisa Volkman and Rufus Griscom, the company is based in New York. Babble offers articles, photos, videos, and blogs covering topics such as beauty, home, food, travel, entertainment, parenting, and health. The site features interactive elements including community profiles, message boards, and photo sharing services. Additionally, it hosts specialized content like the "Strollerderby" blog and a parental advisory column, ensuring a diverse range of resources and advice for modern families.
Extreme Reach
Series A in 2009
Extreme Reach specializes in content production and creative asset management within the media, entertainment, and advertising sectors. The company offers a comprehensive platform that addresses challenges related to content proliferation and audience fragmentation, providing services such as creative asset management, talent and rights management, and payment solutions. Its flagship product, AdBridge™, streamlines the complex workflows necessary for modern advertising, integrating various processes to enhance campaign execution. With over 200,000 users and managing nearly four million creative assets, Extreme Reach supports leading brands, studios, agencies, and performers by simplifying operational tasks. Additionally, the company is recognized as a leader in commercial talent and rights management and plays a significant role in payroll services for the industry, processing approximately $2 billion annually. By continually innovating its platform, Extreme Reach enables clients to adapt and thrive in an evolving marketplace.
TopTenREVIEWS
Series A in 2008
TopTenREVIEWS provides detailed product reviews, side-by-side comparisons, helpful buying guides, articles explaining how to get the most out of a product, and an easy way to get it.
Purch
Series A in 2008
Purch, Inc. is a digital content and services company that simplifies complex buying decisions for consumers and businesses. Founded in 2003 and based in Ogden, Utah, with additional offices in major cities including Los Angeles, New York, Boston, and Paris, Purch operates a diverse portfolio of digital brands that blend commerce and content across various product categories. The company provides consumers with relevant information through in-depth product reviews, comparisons, and articles from respected reviewers, enabling informed purchasing decisions. It facilitates over $1 billion in annual commerce through its brands, which include Tom’s Guide, Top Ten Reviews, ShopSavvy, and Business.com. With a focus on connecting intent-based buyers and sellers, Purch attracts more than 100 million users monthly, making it a leading source for buying advice across over 1,200 product categories.
LicenseStream
Series B in 2008
LicenseStream is a provider of a licensing and royalty payment automation platform designed for content owners. The platform facilitates the efficient licensing, transaction, and monitoring of digital content across various media types. By automating traditional manual licensing processes, LicenseStream enables content owners to define rights and transact online within minutes. The company serves as a leading licensing automation partner for businesses in advertising, content production, and content delivery. Its enterprise partners include notable firms in the industry, allowing for streamlined operations and enhanced management of content rights, while also providing tools to detect and prevent unauthorized usage of content.
OnDeck
Series B in 2008
OnDeck, established in 2006 and headquartered in New York City, is a technology-driven financial services company. It specializes in providing loan financing to small and medium-sized businesses, primarily in Australia since 2015. OnDeck's proprietary software aggregates data about a business' operations and uses algorithms to determine loan eligibility, focusing on the business's performance rather than solely the owner's personal credit score. This approach enables OnDeck to offer a range of financing services, including short-term loans, business loans, and unsecured loans, thereby expanding access to credit for small businesses that may struggle to secure financing from traditional banks.
TxVia
Series B in 2008
TxVia specializes in advanced transaction processing technology for various payment applications, including consumer, corporate, and government services. The company provides a platform-as-a-service (PaaS) model that offers fully customizable solutions tailored to the specific processing needs of its clients. TxVia's product portfolio encompasses a wide range of prepaid card systems, such as retail gift cards, general purpose reloadable cards, healthcare cards, and payroll cards. Their systems are designed to support bank issuers and program managers in effectively managing prepaid card programs. By leveraging TxVia's technology, clients—including some of the largest companies in the payments industry—benefit from improved time-to-market, cost efficiency, scalability, reliability, and security.
DigiSynd
Seed Round in 2008
DigiSynd is a company that offers outsourced packaging, syndication, and marketing solutions designed to maximize the value of digital content for studios and creators. Founded by Oliver Luckett and Rob Maigret, who have a background in online media, DigiSynd combines traditional storytelling techniques with modern digital strategies. The company focuses on engaging online communities and enhancing user experiences through interactivity and user-generated content. Its services encompass online entertainment marketing, production, and syndication, helping clients effectively navigate the digital landscape and reach broader audiences.
Travora Media
Series A in 2008
Travora Media is an advertising sales and operations subsidiary based in New York, specializing in travel advertising. Originally founded as Travel Ad Network in 2003, the company has evolved to represent a diverse network of travel-related websites and mobile applications, attracting an audience of 26 million qualified travelers. Travora Media provides exclusive publisher representation throughout the travel lifecycle, partnering with notable brands such as Viator, Rand McNally, and GuidePal. This exclusivity allows the company to deliver comprehensive revenue solutions to travel publishers while granting advertisers access to a highly targeted audience across various platforms, including local, social, and mobile channels. Additionally, Travora Media offers real-time information to travelers about their intended destinations, enhancing the travel planning experience.
Persystent Technologies
Series C in 2008
Persystent offers a personal computer life cycle management solution that automates desktop and laptop availability and compliance. Their products serve the manufacturing, technology, healthcare, insurance, government, finance, and education industries.
Kluster
Seed Round in 2008
Kluster is a company specializing in predictive sales analytics, providing advanced modeling technology that enables businesses to enhance their forecasting accuracy and close more sales opportunities. By transforming accumulated customer relationship management data into actionable insights, Kluster helps businesses gain a competitive edge in commercial environments. Their offerings include intelligent reporting designed for sales personnel, opportunity management that prioritizes high-potential leads while monitoring the sales pipeline, and predictive forecasting powered by sophisticated machine learning algorithms to deliver real-time sales projections. Previously, Kluster was founded by the team behind the successful iPod accessory firm Mophie, originally focused on harnessing crowd wisdom for various projects, including product design and marketing initiatives.
Clinicient
Venture Round in 2007
Clinicient, Inc. is a technology company specializing in software solutions for physical therapy and outpatient rehabilitation clinics. Founded in 1998 and based in Portland, Oregon, Clinicient provides a comprehensive suite of services including electronic medical records (EMR), billing software, and revenue cycle management solutions. Its key offerings include TotalInsight, which integrates cloud-based EMR with outsourced billing services and data-driven coaching, and PracticeInsight, a unified system for EMR and billing. Clinicient also develops customized EMR solutions for therapy providers, as well as Medicare-related services such as functional limitation reporting and claim management. The company's platform aims to enhance operational efficiency for its clients by optimizing payments, minimizing denials, and streamlining billing processes.
Makeover Solutions
Series A in 2007
Makeover Solutions, Inc., a marketing company, provides Web-based virtual makeovers. The company builds online communities for women users interested in beauty and beauty care conversations. Its Personal Makeover helps companies to create an online relationship with their customers. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is based in New York, New York.
Outside.In
Angel Round in 2007
Outside.in is a New York-based aggregator focused on facilitating the sharing and exploration of hyperlocal information within neighborhoods. The company develops a data and technology platform that organizes and distributes online news, blogs, and discussions, linking them to specific offline locations. By prioritizing local blogs as primary sources of information, Outside.in aims to enhance access to community-driven content, akin to how local search engines have transformed web navigation. The company is supported by funding from various angel investors and venture capital firms, which have contributed to its mission of improving the discovery and dissemination of hyperlocal news and information.
Phreesia
Series B in 2007
Phreesia is a privately held company that provides innovative software solutions aimed at enhancing patient check-in and engagement in healthcare settings. By replacing traditional patient clipboards with a wireless touchscreen device known as the PhreesiaPad, the company automates the check-in process, securely collecting personal health information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. This technology integrates seamlessly with existing electronic medical records, ensuring that physician workflows are not disrupted while capturing comprehensive patient data. Phreesia also improves the patient experience by facilitating appointment preparation, offering relevant health education, and enabling patients to verify previously recorded information. Additionally, the company focuses on activating patients in their care to optimize health outcomes through a range of services, including registration, appointment scheduling, payment processing, and post-appointment surveys. Backed by premier venture capital firms, Phreesia has raised significant funding to support its mission of enhancing the operational and financial performance of healthcare organizations.
UpSnap
Series D in 2007
UpSnap, Inc. specializes in mobile advertising and direct mail solutions, offering services both in the United States and internationally. The company employs geo-fencing technology to target consumers based on zip codes, behaviors, and demographics within specific areas. Its advertising solutions cater to various sectors, including targeted campaigns for colleges and universities aimed at career changers, transfer students, and budget-conscious individuals, as well as location-based services for small businesses. By leveraging first-party proprietary data and real-time analytics, UpSnap creates highly-targeted, results-driven campaigns designed to engage and attract the ideal audience for brands of all sizes. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company was previously known as VoodooVox Inc., adopting the name UpSnap, Inc. in July 2014.
Native
Series A in 2007
NativeEnergy is a Public Benefit Corporation that specializes in developing and financing carbon reduction projects. It offers high-quality carbon offsets to organizations, focusing on innovative and catalytic projects that deliver global emission reductions. The company works closely with stakeholders to activate climate solutions that benefit both communities and ecosystems.
uPlayMe
Series A in 2007
Meet people, share music and enjoy discovering new entertainment using uPlayMe's free download. Just register and download uPlayMe (it takes less than 15 seconds on a cable-modem) install and that's it! As you play music and videos, uPlayMe finds people who are listening and watching the same entertainment as you. Meet people, connect with them, visit their pages on other sites like MySpace or just find and discover new entertainment! Fall Out Boy, Britney Spears, Beyonce, Jessica Simpson, Justin Timberlake, Eminem, Tupac, 50 Cent, Moby, U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Metallica, Three Days Grace, Nelly Furtado, Linkin Park, Danity Kane, Carrie Underwood, Jay-Z are just a few of the artist people around the world are listening to. People just like you are playing these artists and artists you've never heard of. Want to meet people, connect with them, share music and talk about your musical interests? uPlayMe is the way to do it! uPlayMe is a desktop entertainment discovery tool and instant messaging client mash-up and no other program is quite like it! It's simple to install and setup. All you have to do is continue enjoying your digital entertainment. In fact, it does all the work for you. Just think of it as an ambitious entertainment matchmaker who's always trying and discovering new things. So go ahead, meet new people, connect with them, share music and discover new entertainment. It's what the Internet was made for!
Izea
Series B in 2007
IZEA Worldwide Inc is a marketing technology company that operates a leading online marketplace connecting brands with a wide range of content creators, including bloggers, social media influencers, and celebrities. The company specializes in the creator economy by providing software solutions and professional services that enable brands to engage with and compensate creators for producing unique content, such as articles, videos, and photographs. Through its platforms, including The Creator Marketplace and IZEA Flex, brands gain access to influential consumer content and engaging narratives that enhance brand awareness and drive consumer engagement. IZEA's services cater to various geographic regions, including North America and the Asia-Pacific, facilitating effective collaboration between brands and content creators.
Daz 3d
Series A in 2007
Founded in 2000, DAZ 3D is a 3D modeling software and content company specializing in morphable, posable human models, two of which are the most widely used 3D figures worldwide (Victoria and Michael). Used by top brands and illustrators, DAZ Studio gives amateurs and professional graphic artists a free, time saving tool to create and customize their creations. DAZ is used in film, TV, animation, video games, web design, print illustrations and more. The company houses the largest library of dynamically morphable yet fully compatible content for sale, and is a marketplace for some of the world’s best 3D artists to monetize their work. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, DAZ 3D is backed by notable venture firms, including Benchmark Capital, Columbia Capital, Highway 12 Ventures and Multiplier Capital. For more information visit www.DAZ3D.com, and follow via Facebook or Twitter.
Biostorage Technologies
Series A in 2007
BioStorage Technologies is the premier, global provider of comprehensive sample management solutions for the bioscience industry BioStorage Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is privately held and headquartered in North America in Indianapolis, Indiana with an additional full-service site in Europe near Frankfurt, Germany. Their mission is to provide their clients with world class, biorepository services, exceeding clients’ expectations of service, value and quality while setting the industry standard for the storage, management & logistics of samples.
Spirus Medical
Series B in 2007
Spirus Medical is a developer of advanced care medical devices for the gastrointestinal and cardiovascular markets. The company’s product portfolio includes the Endo-Ease Discovery and Dexterity Steerable Introducer.
Mixaloo
Seed Round in 2007
Mixaloo is a service that rewards music fans for creating digital mix tapes which will be shared and embedded in blogs and social networking sites such as [MySpace](http://crunchbase.com/organization/myspace) and [Facebook](http://crunchbase.com/organization/facebook) using one of many available Mixaloo widgets. The site is free and users earn half the profits from every mix sold while sharing their favorite music across the Web. The site is updated continuously and has an extensive music library of over three million songs in which every major label and numerous indie artists can be found.
LicenseStream
Series A in 2007
LicenseStream is a provider of a licensing and royalty payment automation platform designed for content owners. The platform facilitates the efficient licensing, transaction, and monitoring of digital content across various media types. By automating traditional manual licensing processes, LicenseStream enables content owners to define rights and transact online within minutes. The company serves as a leading licensing automation partner for businesses in advertising, content production, and content delivery. Its enterprise partners include notable firms in the industry, allowing for streamlined operations and enhanced management of content rights, while also providing tools to detect and prevent unauthorized usage of content.
Outside.In
Angel Round in 2007
Outside.in is a New York-based aggregator focused on facilitating the sharing and exploration of hyperlocal information within neighborhoods. The company develops a data and technology platform that organizes and distributes online news, blogs, and discussions, linking them to specific offline locations. By prioritizing local blogs as primary sources of information, Outside.in aims to enhance access to community-driven content, akin to how local search engines have transformed web navigation. The company is supported by funding from various angel investors and venture capital firms, which have contributed to its mission of improving the discovery and dissemination of hyperlocal news and information.
BlueTarp Financial
Series B in 2007
BlueTarp Financial is a B2B credit management company founded in 1998 and headquartered in Portland, Maine. It serves over 2,000 suppliers by providing upfront payments for sales, which mitigates credit risk and allows businesses to fund their growth. Suppliers have the flexibility to customize their credit management programs, opting to either maintain their existing customer interactions or utilize a full-service option where BlueTarp manages customer service and collections. The company offers various features, including credit lines up to $1 million and terms of up to 90 days, along with a loyalty rewards program. BlueTarp's SmartView™ online tools provide suppliers with transparency into customer buying and payment behaviors, enhancing their ability to manage cash flow and reduce financial risk.
Health Guru Media
Series A in 2007
Healthguru.com is the destination site for health video on the web with 99 million views per month (comScore Video Metrix, August). Our unique approach to health education was developed specifically for the video audience and is differentiated in three key ways: - Category Focus: Healthguru.com focuses on the health topics that matter most to today's audience, including: diet and fitness, mental & emotional health, sexual health, pregnancy, baby health, drugs & alcohol, as well as information on more than 125 different health conditions. - Medium: The modern health consumer seeks out an immersive, rich media experience on the web, and video has proven to be a more engaging medium. Healthguru.com has the largest health video library online, and interactive applications to offer our audience the experience it expects. - Editorial Approach: World-class information providers know that creating truly engaging content is the way to ensure that information becomes learning. That's why Healthguru.com is dedicated to making our content as interesting and, when relevant, entertaining, as it is useful. All Healthguru.com content is created or selected by our editorial team and is rigorously reviewed for medical accuracy, objectivity and balance. While we do accept advertising on our site and may distribute content via third party sites, Healthguru.com does not endorse products, services or companies.
Aldagen
Series C in 2006
Aldagen is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing proprietary regenerative cell therapies to address significant unmet medical needs. The company has four product candidates currently in clinical trials. The most advanced candidate, ALD-101, is undergoing a pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial to assess its efficacy in enhancing umbilical cord blood transplants for pediatric patients with inherited metabolic diseases. In addition, Aldagen is conducting or supporting Phase 1 or Phase 1/2 clinical trials for three other candidates: ALD-151, aimed at improving cord blood transplants for leukemia treatment; ALD-301, designed to address critical limb ischemia; and ALD-201, which targets ischemic heart failure.
Izea
Series A in 2006
IZEA Worldwide Inc is a marketing technology company that operates a leading online marketplace connecting brands with a wide range of content creators, including bloggers, social media influencers, and celebrities. The company specializes in the creator economy by providing software solutions and professional services that enable brands to engage with and compensate creators for producing unique content, such as articles, videos, and photographs. Through its platforms, including The Creator Marketplace and IZEA Flex, brands gain access to influential consumer content and engaging narratives that enhance brand awareness and drive consumer engagement. IZEA's services cater to various geographic regions, including North America and the Asia-Pacific, facilitating effective collaboration between brands and content creators.
OpenLogic
Venture Round in 2006
OpenLogic is a provider of cloud-based open source software management services, focusing on support and consulting for enterprises. The company assists organizations in effectively utilizing open source software by offering solutions in support, governance, provisioning, and training. Through its platform, OpenLogic Exchange, it enables software development teams to harness the extensive capabilities and innovations found in open source software, ensuring that businesses can maximize the benefits while maintaining safe and compliant usage.
Handmark
Series B in 2006
Handmark is a software development company specializing in applications for various mobile platforms including Android, Blackberry, Palm, and Windows. Their product portfolio spans across multiple categories such as games, personalization solutions, ringtones, utilities, tools, sports, business productivity, fitness health, news information, reference, and entertainment. Notably, they have developed the Tantao News Mobile Reader for BlackBerry smartphones, offering global and domestic news sourced from Chinese media outlets.
DataBanq
Series A in 2006
DataBanq Inc. specializes in search marketing solutions for third-party advertisers and publishers globally. Founded in 2006 and based in Orlando, Florida, the company offers a range of services, including search engine optimization (SEO) consulting and custom search marketing (SEM) services. Its SEO consulting includes website audits, keyword research, competitive analysis, web analytics, and various technical services aimed at improving site performance and visibility. Additionally, DataBanq's SEM services encompass link building, SEO copywriting, social media marketing, and pay-per-click advertising. The company also features a proprietary publishing platform, Marketplace Intelligence, which helps publishers manage and promote online marketing campaigns while providing advertisers with targeted customer acquisition opportunities. Through its comprehensive offerings, DataBanq aims to enhance the online marketing efforts of its clients.
Mophie
Venture Round in 2006
mophie, inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing mobile battery cases and electronic accessories for smartphones. The company offers a range of products, including battery cases, universal batteries, docks, cables, and wireless charging bases, specifically for devices like the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Tustin, California, mophie markets its products through various retailers and online platforms, both in the United States and internationally. The company also has operations in Michigan, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, and China. As of September 2007, mophie operates as a subsidiary of mStation Corporation.
Quirky
Venture Round in 2006
Quirky is a crowdsourced invention platform based in New York City that facilitates collaboration among its global community of inventors and an in-house team of designers and engineers. Founded by Ben Kaufman, Quirky aims to make invention accessible by allowing individuals to submit product ideas, which are then vetted and voted on by the community. The platform encourages participation by enabling inventors to influence product development and share in royalties from sales of successful creations. By soliciting ideas through its website and mobile app, Quirky brings innovative consumer products to market on a weekly basis. The company considers various factors, including uniqueness and manufacturing complexity, when deciding which ideas to develop, while remaining committed to pursuing concepts that enhance everyday life. Quirky relaunched its platform in 2016 under new ownership, continuing its mission of democratizing the invention process.
Perfinity Biosciences
Series A in 2005
Perfinity Biosciences, Inc. focuses on developing tools for protein sample preparation, offering a range of products designed to enhance reproducibility and efficiency. Its product portfolio includes immobilized enzymes, affinity reagents, optimized buffers, and software solutions. Notable offerings include Soluble Smart Digest, a stable soluble trypsin for quick and consistent digestions, and Mag Beads, tailored for proteomics applications. The QuicPrep platform combines immunoaffinity and trypsin digestion in a single process, while Flash Digest provides a rapid and stable immobilized trypsin reactor. Additionally, the Workstation automates protein separations and mass spectrometry sample preparation. Founded in 2004 and based in West Lafayette, Indiana, the company was previously known as QuadraSpec, Inc. until its name change in March 2010.
Optasite
Series B in 2005
Optasite engages in the acquisition and development of telecommunications tower sites in the United States. It offers wireless consulting services. The company's services also include site leasing and colocation, tower acquisition, and site development. It serves broadband wireless providers, including wireless carriers, as well as other customers in the telecommunications industry, such as the FCC licensed carriers, government agencies, public safety organizations, private enterprises, and two-way radio services. Optasite, Inc. was formerly known as Pinnacle Site Development, Inc
Carefx
Series B in 2005
Carefx is a provider of information technology solutions for healthcare organizations in North America and Europe. Its primary offering, Fusionfx, is designed to bridge communication gaps between hospital and integrated delivery network leaders, as well as healthcare IT departments. Fusionfx synthesizes disparate data into clinically relevant, user-centric workflows, facilitating the connection of essential data points for patients, payers, clinicians, and compliance agencies. The suite includes interoperable workflow and analytics solutions that enhance both clinical and business operations, along with business intelligence dashboards that promote accountability and transparency within healthcare operations.
GetWellNetwork
Series B in 2005
GetWellNetwork, Inc. is a Bethesda, Maryland-based company that specializes in developing precision engagement software solutions aimed at enhancing patient involvement in the healthcare process. Founded in 1999 by Michael O’Neil Jr., the company provides a range of interactive tools tailored for hospitals, including the GetWell Patient Care solution, which integrates various resources to activate patient participation. Its offerings encompass digital check-in systems, entertainment options, and personalized education through a library of condition-specific content. The GetWellNetwork platform utilizes predefined workflows, known as Patient Pathways, to deliver educational materials and engage patients in their care journey. This approach facilitates real-time monitoring and documentation of patient progress, enabling healthcare providers to customize experiences based on individual needs. GetWellNetwork primarily serves healthcare providers, pediatric hospitals, and government organizations, striving to improve patient care outcomes through enhanced engagement and education.
HTG Molecular Diagnostics
Series B in 2005
HTG Molecular Diagnostics is a commercial-stage life sciences company based in Tucson, Arizona, that specializes in precision medicine through its innovative molecular profiling technology. The company provides a range of products, including instruments, assay kits, and software, which are integrated into the HTG EdgeSeq platform. This platform automates sample processing and allows for the rapid, reliable profiling of numerous molecular targets from minimal biological samples. HTG's offerings include various molecular profiling panels designed for oncology and immuno-oncology applications, among others. The company serves a diverse clientele, including biopharmaceutical companies, academic research institutions, and molecular testing laboratories, distributing its products directly in the United States and Europe, as well as through international distributors. HTG Molecular Diagnostics has established partnerships with industry leaders to enhance its research and development efforts, further solidifying its role in advancing diagnostic applications and translational medicine. The company was founded in 1997 and was previously known as HTG, Inc. before rebranding in 2011.
GlycoFi
Series C in 2005
GlycoFi is a biotech firm based in Lebanon, New Hampshire, focused on developing biotherapeutics through its innovative glycan optimization technology. The company has engineered a library of yeast strains that enable precise human glycosylation, resulting in therapeutic proteins suitable for drug development. GlycoFi aims to establish its own pipeline of therapeutic products while also collaborating with other pharmaceutical companies to enhance their drug offerings. Founded in 2000, GlycoFi operates as a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., further expanding its capabilities in the biotherapeutics landscape.
Carefx
Series B in 2005
Carefx is a provider of information technology solutions for healthcare organizations in North America and Europe. Its primary offering, Fusionfx, is designed to bridge communication gaps between hospital and integrated delivery network leaders, as well as healthcare IT departments. Fusionfx synthesizes disparate data into clinically relevant, user-centric workflows, facilitating the connection of essential data points for patients, payers, clinicians, and compliance agencies. The suite includes interoperable workflow and analytics solutions that enhance both clinical and business operations, along with business intelligence dashboards that promote accountability and transparency within healthcare operations.
Handmark
Series A in 2005
Handmark is a software development company specializing in applications for various mobile platforms including Android, Blackberry, Palm, and Windows. Their product portfolio spans across multiple categories such as games, personalization solutions, ringtones, utilities, tools, sports, business productivity, fitness health, news information, reference, and entertainment. Notably, they have developed the Tantao News Mobile Reader for BlackBerry smartphones, offering global and domestic news sourced from Chinese media outlets.
Persystent Technologies
Series B in 2005
Persystent offers a personal computer life cycle management solution that automates desktop and laptop availability and compliance. Their products serve the manufacturing, technology, healthcare, insurance, government, finance, and education industries.
OpenLogic
Series A in 2005
OpenLogic is a provider of cloud-based open source software management services, focusing on support and consulting for enterprises. The company assists organizations in effectively utilizing open source software by offering solutions in support, governance, provisioning, and training. Through its platform, OpenLogic Exchange, it enables software development teams to harness the extensive capabilities and innovations found in open source software, ensuring that businesses can maximize the benefits while maintaining safe and compliant usage.
Dedicated Devices
Series B in 2005
Dedicated Devices is a leading manufacturer of reliable whole home media systems. The company was founded in 2003 by former employees of Micron Electronics, Inc. and the company is headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
CallMiner
Venture Round in 2005
CallMiner, Inc. specializes in providing speech analytics solutions that help businesses analyze and extract insights from customer interactions, particularly within call centers. The company's flagship product, Eureka, employs artificial intelligence and natural language processing to transcribe and analyze conversations between agents and customers, enabling organizations to improve customer service, compliance monitoring, and overall business intelligence. CallMiner's offerings include myEureka, which automates performance management and provides feedback to contact center personnel, and Eureka Live, which monitors ongoing calls for specific language and acoustic characteristics. Additionally, it offers Eureka Essentials for smaller contact centers, along with a range of customer care, training, and advisory services. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, CallMiner also has offices in Fort Myers, Florida, and the United Kingdom, serving clients across various industries, including financial services, utilities, manufacturing, government, and hospitality.
UpSnap
Series B in 2004
UpSnap, Inc. specializes in mobile advertising and direct mail solutions, offering services both in the United States and internationally. The company employs geo-fencing technology to target consumers based on zip codes, behaviors, and demographics within specific areas. Its advertising solutions cater to various sectors, including targeted campaigns for colleges and universities aimed at career changers, transfer students, and budget-conscious individuals, as well as location-based services for small businesses. By leveraging first-party proprietary data and real-time analytics, UpSnap creates highly-targeted, results-driven campaigns designed to engage and attract the ideal audience for brands of all sizes. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company was previously known as VoodooVox Inc., adopting the name UpSnap, Inc. in July 2014.
AmpliMed Corporation
Series A in 2004
AmpliMed Corporation focuses on the development of small-molecule oncology drugs. Its products include Amplimexon, a small molecule that causes cancer cells to stop dividing and ultimately to die; Amplizone that has demonstrated efficacy in the treatment of solid tumors in animal tumor models; and benzimidazole Series: benzimidazole analog small molecules that expressed tubulin binding activity in yeast and mammalian cells. The company’s products are used to treat pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, malignant melanoma, ovarian cancer, and multiple myeloma. AmpliMed Corporation was founded in 1989 and is based in Tucson, Arizona.
Dedicated Devices
Series A in 2004
Dedicated Devices is a leading manufacturer of reliable whole home media systems. The company was founded in 2003 by former employees of Micron Electronics, Inc. and the company is headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
Optasite
Series A in 2004
Optasite engages in the acquisition and development of telecommunications tower sites in the United States. It offers wireless consulting services. The company's services also include site leasing and colocation, tower acquisition, and site development. It serves broadband wireless providers, including wireless carriers, as well as other customers in the telecommunications industry, such as the FCC licensed carriers, government agencies, public safety organizations, private enterprises, and two-way radio services. Optasite, Inc. was formerly known as Pinnacle Site Development, Inc
Medical Metrx Solutions
Series B in 2003
Medical Metrx Solutions, Inc. (formerly Medical Media Systems) is a medical technology and services company providing diagnostic quality 3-D virtual models of patient anatomy built from CT and MR scan data using the company’s proprietary modeling software. The company’s models — which contain more precise quantitative measurement information than competitors’ offerings — are provided to interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons who use them for pre-operative planning and post-operative surveillance of their patients’ conditions. The company was acquired by AIG Altaris Health Partners in 2005.
Attensity
Series B in 2003
Attensity is a provider of corporate insight solutions that specializes in omni-channel customer communications. The company utilizes proprietary data contextualization and advanced natural language processing techniques to extract meaningful information from both structured and unstructured data across multiple channels. Its unique analytics and semantic technologies enable Global 1000 companies to effectively interpret significant volumes of data, enhancing their ability to understand customer sentiment and improve overall customer experience. By leveraging Attensity’s integrated solutions, businesses can manage brand equity, increase revenue, mitigate risks, and make informed strategic decisions based on comprehensive data insights.
WiDeFi
Seed Round in 2003
WideFi Networks, LLC is a technology company with a vision to create a safer internet. Their mission is to create the safest and simplest products that help you protect your family online. WideFi's "Best in Class" cloud-based software SaferNet offers complete online protection and a full-featured online protection system for your family that includes: All devices, Anywhere Protection (Wi-Fi or cellular networks worldwide), Unlimited Schedules and off times, 84 Content filters, GPS Tracking, White or Blacklist Apps & URLs with an on/off toggle, as well as the ability to Monitor everything coming across your network and devices. We also send real-time alerts when someone wanders to risky sites and Unlimited Admins for accountability. All this and more for as little as $7.99 a month.
Persystent Technologies
Series A in 2003
Persystent offers a personal computer life cycle management solution that automates desktop and laptop availability and compliance. Their products serve the manufacturing, technology, healthcare, insurance, government, finance, and education industries.
Carefx
Series A in 2003
Carefx is a provider of information technology solutions for healthcare organizations in North America and Europe. Its primary offering, Fusionfx, is designed to bridge communication gaps between hospital and integrated delivery network leaders, as well as healthcare IT departments. Fusionfx synthesizes disparate data into clinically relevant, user-centric workflows, facilitating the connection of essential data points for patients, payers, clinicians, and compliance agencies. The suite includes interoperable workflow and analytics solutions that enhance both clinical and business operations, along with business intelligence dashboards that promote accountability and transparency within healthcare operations.
CellzDirect
Venture Round in 2002
CellzDirect, Inc. is a bioscience company that specializes in providing hepatocyte-based cell products and contract laboratory services primarily for the bio/pharmaceutical sector. Founded in 2002, the company is dedicated to drug metabolism and toxicology, serving a diverse clientele that includes pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms, as well as academic and governmental agencies. With facilities located in Austin, Texas, and its headquarters in Durham, North Carolina, CellzDirect focuses on supporting the testing of new drugs through its specialized cell products and services. As of January 2008, the company operates as a subsidiary of Life Technologies Corporation.
Telemetric
Series A in 2002
Telemetric Corporation specializes in providing wireless communication and information solutions tailored for the utility industry. Established in 1999 and located in Boise, Idaho, the company delivers a comprehensive range of communications hardware, network services, and software, enabling effective communication solutions for its clients. As of July 2009, Telemetric operates as a subsidiary of Sensus Metering Systems, enhancing its capacity to serve the utility sector.
HTG Molecular Diagnostics
Series A in 2002
HTG Molecular Diagnostics is a commercial-stage life sciences company based in Tucson, Arizona, that specializes in precision medicine through its innovative molecular profiling technology. The company provides a range of products, including instruments, assay kits, and software, which are integrated into the HTG EdgeSeq platform. This platform automates sample processing and allows for the rapid, reliable profiling of numerous molecular targets from minimal biological samples. HTG's offerings include various molecular profiling panels designed for oncology and immuno-oncology applications, among others. The company serves a diverse clientele, including biopharmaceutical companies, academic research institutions, and molecular testing laboratories, distributing its products directly in the United States and Europe, as well as through international distributors. HTG Molecular Diagnostics has established partnerships with industry leaders to enhance its research and development efforts, further solidifying its role in advancing diagnostic applications and translational medicine. The company was founded in 1997 and was previously known as HTG, Inc. before rebranding in 2011.
Eatingwell Media Group
Seed Round in 2002
EatingWell Media Group is an independent communications company focused on promoting healthy eating through various media channels. It publishes an award-winning consumer magazine dedicated to delicious and nutritious recipes, complemented by a comprehensive website that offers a wealth of food and nutrition content. The company also produces high-quality cookbooks and provides additional resources such as mobile applications, e-mail newsletters, and printable coupons. By collaborating with strategic partners, EatingWell extends its reach through various electronic media, aiming to guide consumers in making informed food choices while enjoying flavorful meals.
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