Technology Venture Partners

Technology Venture Partners, LLC, established in 1997, is a Minneapolis-based venture capital firm specializing in growth equity investments across various stages of technology companies. The firm manages an $85 million venture capital fund and engages in other private and public investment activities. It focuses on technologies and market opportunities with significant growth potential, providing financial commitment, industry knowledge, and strategic insight to support entrepreneurs and company leaders in building successful businesses.

Donald E. Bossi

General Partner

Frank W. Smith

General Partner

8 past transactions

Elevation Spine

Series B in 2022
Elevation Spine is a medical device company based in Monterey, California, specializing in innovative spinal implants. The company develops interbody spinal fusion implants that are designed for minimally invasive procedures. Their products incorporate advanced technology and materials, utilizing proprietary designs that include an anterior cervical plate and various fixation options. These implants offer a single-step integrated fixation system, which facilitates surgical processes by providing medical practitioners with a pre-loaded spike fixation to enhance efficiency during spinal procedures. Elevation Spine is committed to improving surgical outcomes through its focus on sophisticated and effective spinal implant solutions.

7SIGNAL

Series D in 2021
7SIGNAL is an enterprise wireless experience monitoring company that offers a cloud-based platform designed to continuously assess wireless networks and identify performance issues affecting application functionality. By employing an "outside-in" monitoring approach, the platform provides visibility at the edge of both enterprise and home Wi-Fi networks, where user experience is critical. This capability enhances employee productivity, operational efficiency, and network return on investment. Targeted towards innovative organizations, educational institutions, healthcare systems, and government entities, 7SIGNAL's system is utilized by Fortune 500 companies, hospitals, and large venues worldwide. It simplifies the management of business-critical wireless LANs, reduces total ownership costs, and facilitates quicker problem resolution, particularly in remote environments, without the need to add extra wireless access points.

Ampion

Venture Round in 2020
Ampion operates a software-as-a-service platform focused on renewable energy asset management. The company connects communities, residents, and businesses with local clean energy projects, allowing them to benefit from solar energy without the burden of upfront payments or installations. By facilitating access to renewable energy, Ampion aims to make sustainable energy solutions available to everyone, promoting affordability and environmental responsibility. Their platform not only helps consumers lower their electricity costs but also supports clean energy providers in managing subscriber acquisition and revenue. Ampion's mission is to contribute to a sustainable future by transforming the energy grid and empowering individuals and organizations to make eco-friendly choices that fit their financial needs.

7SIGNAL

Series D in 2020
7SIGNAL is an enterprise wireless experience monitoring company that offers a cloud-based platform designed to continuously assess wireless networks and identify performance issues affecting application functionality. By employing an "outside-in" monitoring approach, the platform provides visibility at the edge of both enterprise and home Wi-Fi networks, where user experience is critical. This capability enhances employee productivity, operational efficiency, and network return on investment. Targeted towards innovative organizations, educational institutions, healthcare systems, and government entities, 7SIGNAL's system is utilized by Fortune 500 companies, hospitals, and large venues worldwide. It simplifies the management of business-critical wireless LANs, reduces total ownership costs, and facilitates quicker problem resolution, particularly in remote environments, without the need to add extra wireless access points.

Symetrica

Venture Round in 2019
Symetrica Ltd. is a company that specializes in the development and commercialization of integrated radiation detection and identification technologies. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Southampton, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Maynard, Massachusetts, Symetrica serves various sectors including military, homeland security, medical diagnostics, geophysical, and space research. The company produces a range of advanced devices, such as handheld and backpack-mounted sensors, vehicle-based detectors, and drive-through scanners, which utilize machine learning to enhance operational effectiveness for security teams. These systems are employed by customs and border protection, law enforcement, military, and emergency services around the world, enabling them to identify threats and respond efficiently.

Tesla

Debt Financing in 2008
Tesla, Inc., established in 2003, is a leading innovator in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a range of electric vehicles, including luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, a light truck, and a semi-truck. Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, offering an expanding lineup of increasingly affordable electric cars. The company operates through two segments: Automotive, which focuses on EV production, powertrain components, and services, and Energy Generation and Storage, which provides rechargeable battery systems, solar energy generation, and energy storage products for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. Tesla markets its products through company-owned stores, galleries, and its official website, and supports them with a network of service centers and mobile technicians. Additionally, Tesla operates a fast-charging network for EV owners.

Tesla

Debt Financing in 2008
Tesla, Inc., established in 2003, is a leading innovator in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a range of electric vehicles, including luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, a light truck, and a semi-truck. Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, offering an expanding lineup of increasingly affordable electric cars. The company operates through two segments: Automotive, which focuses on EV production, powertrain components, and services, and Energy Generation and Storage, which provides rechargeable battery systems, solar energy generation, and energy storage products for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. Tesla markets its products through company-owned stores, galleries, and its official website, and supports them with a network of service centers and mobile technicians. Additionally, Tesla operates a fast-charging network for EV owners.

Tesla

Series D in 2007
Tesla, Inc., established in 2003, is a leading innovator in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a range of electric vehicles, including luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, a light truck, and a semi-truck. Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, offering an expanding lineup of increasingly affordable electric cars. The company operates through two segments: Automotive, which focuses on EV production, powertrain components, and services, and Energy Generation and Storage, which provides rechargeable battery systems, solar energy generation, and energy storage products for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. Tesla markets its products through company-owned stores, galleries, and its official website, and supports them with a network of service centers and mobile technicians. Additionally, Tesla operates a fast-charging network for EV owners.
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