DFJ

DFJ, established in 1985 and based in Silicon Valley, is a venture capital firm that specializes in providing growth capital to technology companies. With a focus on partnering with visionary entrepreneurs, DFJ aims to invest in businesses that are rapidly scaling and poised for market leadership. The firm emphasizes a high-conviction investment strategy, targeting innovative companies across consumer, enterprise, and healthcare technology sectors. DFJ Growth, a later-stage investing practice within the firm, seeks to support extraordinary entrepreneurs as they create iconic technology-driven businesses. Through its investment approach, DFJ facilitates access to valuable networks and resources that can help transform entrepreneurial visions into reality.

Brian Akin

Associate

Chirag Chotalia

Partner

Rob Ciechowski

Associate

John Fisher

Co-Founder and Partner

Sam Fort

Partner

Randy Glein

Partner and Managing Director

Justin Kao

Partner

Megan Kelly

Principal

Jocelyn Kinsey

Partner

Vineet Mehta

Principal

Bubba Murarka

Partner

Sandesh Patnam

Venture Partner

Chris Shanahan

Principal

Sam Shapiro

Principal

Li Songbo

Partner

Josh Stein

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Kevin Tu

Principal

Past deals in Washington

Glowforge

Series E in 2023
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Glowforge

Series E in 2022
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Remitly

Series F in 2020
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that facilitates international money transfers through its extensive global network, serving regions such as Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. The company offers a mobile payment service that allows users to send money from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom using various digital devices. Remitly aims to disrupt the traditional money transfer industry, which is valued at $588 billion annually, by employing advanced technology to streamline the process and reduce fees. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., generating revenue primarily from transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Remitly also maintains offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua.

Balena

Series B in 2019
Balena is a complete set of tools for building, deploying, and managing fleets of connected IoT devices. It provides infrastructure and tools for fleet owners so they can focus on developing their applications and growing their fleets with as little friction as possible. Balena enables devices and their running services to be managed, monitored, and updated through the web dashboard or through its API, via the CLI and SDK. Balena was established in 2013.

Outreach

Series E in 2019
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Xealth

Series A in 2019
Xealth Inc. operates a digital health prescribing platform designed to enhance the integration and management of digital health tools within healthcare systems. Founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, the platform allows clinicians to prescribe and monitor digital health solutions directly from electronic health records (EHR) workflows. This capability enables care teams to identify appropriate digital tools for patients, which can be sent to their smartphones or desktops for easy access. Additionally, Xealth supports patient education and offers services such as ride shares and food delivery. The platform facilitates monitoring of patient engagement, providing insights into the effectiveness of these digital interventions. Originally spun out of Providence St. Joseph Health in 2017, Xealth has attracted investments from various healthcare-focused entities, including McKesson Ventures and Novartis.

Loftium

Series A in 2019
Loftium Inc, founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, provides innovative mortgage financing solutions for homeowners. The company offers down payment assistance in exchange for a share of the Airbnb rental income generated from a spare room in the home for a period of 12 to 36 months. Loftium identifies properties with potential for short-term rentals and manages the Airbnb listings, furnishing the units and overseeing operations. Homeowners receive market rent through a long-term lease while Loftium retains the excess income from the short-term rentals as profit. This model aims to create affordable housing options in expensive urban areas, enabling families to maintain their desired lifestyle while alleviating the financial burdens of homeownership.

Pro.com

Series B in 2019
Pro.com is a full-service remodeling general contractor operating in Seattle, Portland, the San Francisco Bay Area, Denver, and Phoenix. The company aims to enhance the residential construction experience by combining expertise in construction with advanced technology. This includes a smart pricing software that utilizes a comprehensive database and algorithms to deliver accurate, fixed-price quotes, facilitating convenience for homeowners. Pro.com also offers detailed and mobile-friendly estimates, alongside project management tools that provide both staff and homeowners with real-time insights into project progress. By connecting homeowners with service professionals, Pro.com streamlines the process of booking and scheduling home improvement services.

Zymergen

Series C in 2018
Zymergen, Inc. is a biotechnology company that focuses on researching, developing, and manufacturing microbes for various industries, including agriculture, chemicals, materials, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and personal care. The company integrates automation, machine learning, and genomics to enhance its platform, which aids in optimizing microbial strains and improving the efficiency of production processes. By leveraging big data and artificial intelligence, Zymergen collaborates with clients to engineer novel molecules from microbes, thereby advancing product development. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Zymergen also has offices in Boise, Idaho; Medford, Massachusetts; Seattle, Washington; and Tokyo, Japan, enabling it to serve a global clientele effectively.

Divvy Homes

Series A in 2018
Divvy Homes is a tech-enabled real estate platform based in San Francisco, California, that aims to make homeownership more accessible. Founded in 2017, the company operates in several cities, including San Francisco, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Seattle. Divvy Homes facilitates rent-to-own arrangements by purchasing residential properties on behalf of renters. Customers make down payments and rent the homes, allowing them to build savings toward eventual ownership. This innovative approach helps address the housing affordability gap by providing a transparent and straightforward path to homeownership for families.

Balena

Funding Round in 2018
Balena is a complete set of tools for building, deploying, and managing fleets of connected IoT devices. It provides infrastructure and tools for fleet owners so they can focus on developing their applications and growing their fleets with as little friction as possible. Balena enables devices and their running services to be managed, monitored, and updated through the web dashboard or through its API, via the CLI and SDK. Balena was established in 2013.

Outreach

Series D in 2018
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Outreach

Series D in 2018
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Divvy Homes

Seed Round in 2018
Divvy Homes is a tech-enabled real estate platform based in San Francisco, California, that aims to make homeownership more accessible. Founded in 2017, the company operates in several cities, including San Francisco, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Seattle. Divvy Homes facilitates rent-to-own arrangements by purchasing residential properties on behalf of renters. Customers make down payments and rent the homes, allowing them to build savings toward eventual ownership. This innovative approach helps address the housing affordability gap by providing a transparent and straightforward path to homeownership for families.

Remitly

Series D in 2017
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that facilitates international money transfers through its extensive global network, serving regions such as Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. The company offers a mobile payment service that allows users to send money from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom using various digital devices. Remitly aims to disrupt the traditional money transfer industry, which is valued at $588 billion annually, by employing advanced technology to streamline the process and reduce fees. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., generating revenue primarily from transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Remitly also maintains offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua.

Mapbox

Series C in 2017
Mapbox Inc. operates a comprehensive mapping platform that specializes in creating custom maps for mobile and web applications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company supports over 2.6 million registered developers, offering tools such as APIs, SDKs, and live-updating map data. Its platform enables various industries, including logistics, real estate, agriculture, and finance, to analyze data, visualize properties, and enhance asset tracking. Mapbox's services include turn-by-turn navigation, location search, and data analysis, catering to a diverse range of clients like Facebook, IBM, and Instacart. By utilizing a living map that continuously learns from user activity, Mapbox ensures that developers have access to the most current geospatial information worldwide. The company also has operations in Japan, further extending its global reach.

Loftium

Venture Round in 2017
Loftium Inc, founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, provides innovative mortgage financing solutions for homeowners. The company offers down payment assistance in exchange for a share of the Airbnb rental income generated from a spare room in the home for a period of 12 to 36 months. Loftium identifies properties with potential for short-term rentals and manages the Airbnb listings, furnishing the units and overseeing operations. Homeowners receive market rent through a long-term lease while Loftium retains the excess income from the short-term rentals as profit. This model aims to create affordable housing options in expensive urban areas, enabling families to maintain their desired lifestyle while alleviating the financial burdens of homeownership.

Pro.com

Venture Round in 2017
Pro.com is a full-service remodeling general contractor operating in Seattle, Portland, the San Francisco Bay Area, Denver, and Phoenix. The company aims to enhance the residential construction experience by combining expertise in construction with advanced technology. This includes a smart pricing software that utilizes a comprehensive database and algorithms to deliver accurate, fixed-price quotes, facilitating convenience for homeowners. Pro.com also offers detailed and mobile-friendly estimates, alongside project management tools that provide both staff and homeowners with real-time insights into project progress. By connecting homeowners with service professionals, Pro.com streamlines the process of booking and scheduling home improvement services.

Azuqua

Series B in 2017
Azuqua, Inc. operates a digital automation platform designed to integrate various software as a service (SaaS) applications. The platform features a user-friendly, drag-and-drop interface that allows users to create custom integrations without coding, making it accessible for both business and IT professionals. Azuqua provides a comprehensive library of logic functions, security features, and error handling capabilities, enabling organizations to automate complex business processes efficiently. Its solutions address a range of needs, including customer experience, sales, human resources, and marketing. Azuqua serves both start-ups and established enterprises by enhancing productivity and improving employee and customer experiences through seamless application integration. Founded in 2010 and based in Seattle, Washington, Azuqua operates as a subsidiary of Okta, Inc. since 2019.

Xealth

Seed Round in 2017
Xealth Inc. operates a digital health prescribing platform designed to enhance the integration and management of digital health tools within healthcare systems. Founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, the platform allows clinicians to prescribe and monitor digital health solutions directly from electronic health records (EHR) workflows. This capability enables care teams to identify appropriate digital tools for patients, which can be sent to their smartphones or desktops for easy access. Additionally, Xealth supports patient education and offers services such as ride shares and food delivery. The platform facilitates monitoring of patient engagement, providing insights into the effectiveness of these digital interventions. Originally spun out of Providence St. Joseph Health in 2017, Xealth has attracted investments from various healthcare-focused entities, including McKesson Ventures and Novartis.

Outreach

Series C in 2017
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Loftium

Seed Round in 2017
Loftium Inc, founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, provides innovative mortgage financing solutions for homeowners. The company offers down payment assistance in exchange for a share of the Airbnb rental income generated from a spare room in the home for a period of 12 to 36 months. Loftium identifies properties with potential for short-term rentals and manages the Airbnb listings, furnishing the units and overseeing operations. Homeowners receive market rent through a long-term lease while Loftium retains the excess income from the short-term rentals as profit. This model aims to create affordable housing options in expensive urban areas, enabling families to maintain their desired lifestyle while alleviating the financial burdens of homeownership.

Zymergen

Series B in 2016
Zymergen, Inc. is a biotechnology company that focuses on researching, developing, and manufacturing microbes for various industries, including agriculture, chemicals, materials, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and personal care. The company integrates automation, machine learning, and genomics to enhance its platform, which aids in optimizing microbial strains and improving the efficiency of production processes. By leveraging big data and artificial intelligence, Zymergen collaborates with clients to engineer novel molecules from microbes, thereby advancing product development. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Zymergen also has offices in Boise, Idaho; Medford, Massachusetts; Seattle, Washington; and Tokyo, Japan, enabling it to serve a global clientele effectively.

Balena

Series A in 2016
Balena is a complete set of tools for building, deploying, and managing fleets of connected IoT devices. It provides infrastructure and tools for fleet owners so they can focus on developing their applications and growing their fleets with as little friction as possible. Balena enables devices and their running services to be managed, monitored, and updated through the web dashboard or through its API, via the CLI and SDK. Balena was established in 2013.

Remitly

Series C in 2016
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that facilitates international money transfers through its extensive global network, serving regions such as Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. The company offers a mobile payment service that allows users to send money from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom using various digital devices. Remitly aims to disrupt the traditional money transfer industry, which is valued at $588 billion annually, by employing advanced technology to streamline the process and reduce fees. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., generating revenue primarily from transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Remitly also maintains offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua.

Chef, Inc.

Series E in 2015
Chef, Inc. provides cloud-based infrastructure automation solutions. It offers configuration management, a solution to manage complex infrastructure; cloud management that enables users to manage and scale cloud infrastructure with no downtime or interruptions, as well as build, destroy, and rebuild servers on public or private cloud; and DevOps, a solution for collaboration between development and operations. The company also provides Enterprise Chef that automates user infrastructure that accelerates time to market, helps users to manage scale and complexity, and safeguards their systems; and professional services that include planning, training and skill development, and project-based services. Chef, Inc. was formerly known as Chef, Inc. and changed its name to Opscode, Inc. in December 2013. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Seattle, Washington. As of October 5, 2020, Chef, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Progress Software Corporation.

Mapbox

Series B in 2015
Mapbox Inc. operates a comprehensive mapping platform that specializes in creating custom maps for mobile and web applications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company supports over 2.6 million registered developers, offering tools such as APIs, SDKs, and live-updating map data. Its platform enables various industries, including logistics, real estate, agriculture, and finance, to analyze data, visualize properties, and enhance asset tracking. Mapbox's services include turn-by-turn navigation, location search, and data analysis, catering to a diverse range of clients like Facebook, IBM, and Instacart. By utilizing a living map that continuously learns from user activity, Mapbox ensures that developers have access to the most current geospatial information worldwide. The company also has operations in Japan, further extending its global reach.

Zymergen

Series A in 2015
Zymergen, Inc. is a biotechnology company that focuses on researching, developing, and manufacturing microbes for various industries, including agriculture, chemicals, materials, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and personal care. The company integrates automation, machine learning, and genomics to enhance its platform, which aids in optimizing microbial strains and improving the efficiency of production processes. By leveraging big data and artificial intelligence, Zymergen collaborates with clients to engineer novel molecules from microbes, thereby advancing product development. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Zymergen also has offices in Boise, Idaho; Medford, Massachusetts; Seattle, Washington; and Tokyo, Japan, enabling it to serve a global clientele effectively.

Balena

Series A in 2015
Balena is a complete set of tools for building, deploying, and managing fleets of connected IoT devices. It provides infrastructure and tools for fleet owners so they can focus on developing their applications and growing their fleets with as little friction as possible. Balena enables devices and their running services to be managed, monitored, and updated through the web dashboard or through its API, via the CLI and SDK. Balena was established in 2013.

Remitly

Series B in 2015
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that facilitates international money transfers through its extensive global network, serving regions such as Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. The company offers a mobile payment service that allows users to send money from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom using various digital devices. Remitly aims to disrupt the traditional money transfer industry, which is valued at $588 billion annually, by employing advanced technology to streamline the process and reduce fees. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., generating revenue primarily from transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Remitly also maintains offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua.

Chef, Inc.

Series D in 2013
Chef, Inc. provides cloud-based infrastructure automation solutions. It offers configuration management, a solution to manage complex infrastructure; cloud management that enables users to manage and scale cloud infrastructure with no downtime or interruptions, as well as build, destroy, and rebuild servers on public or private cloud; and DevOps, a solution for collaboration between development and operations. The company also provides Enterprise Chef that automates user infrastructure that accelerates time to market, helps users to manage scale and complexity, and safeguards their systems; and professional services that include planning, training and skill development, and project-based services. Chef, Inc. was formerly known as Chef, Inc. and changed its name to Opscode, Inc. in December 2013. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Seattle, Washington. As of October 5, 2020, Chef, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Progress Software Corporation.

Redfin

Series F in 2013
Redfin is a residential real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform for buying and selling homes. Founded in 2004 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company combines advanced technology with local expertise to streamline the real estate process. Its website and mobile application allow users to search for properties using various filters, including location, price, and amenities, while integrating multiple listing service (MLS) data with historical information. Redfin's agents collaborate with engineers to develop tools that enhance the customer experience. In addition to real estate brokerage services, the company provides mortgage loan origination and title and settlement services. Redfin operates through multiple segments, with the majority of its revenue generated from real estate services.

BrightVolt

Series A in 2013
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.

NanoString Technologies

Venture Round in 2013
NanoString Technologies, Inc. is a provider of life science tools for translational research and molecular diagnostics on a global scale. The company specializes in the nCounter Analysis System, an automated platform for digital detection and quantification of nucleic acids. Key products include the nCounter MAX and FLEX systems, which feature an automated liquid handling component and a digital analyzer for data collection. Additionally, NanoString offers the nCounter SPRINT Profiler, nSolver Analysis Software, and custom CodeSets for tailored research needs. The company has developed various gene expression panels for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. Furthermore, NanoString is advancing spatial genomics through its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler and Hyb & Seq molecular profiling systems. Collaborations with prominent organizations, including Celgene and Merck, enhance its research capabilities, particularly in developing novel protein assays for breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, NanoString continues to innovate in the field of molecular diagnostics and research tools.

Varolii

Venture Round in 2013
Varolii is a leader in proactive outbound communications, offering cloud-based communication software and services that enable organizations to optimize customer relations. The company specializes in automating personalized communication processes, including flight cancellation notices, fraud detection alerts, and prescription pick-up reminders. By streamlining these interactions, Varolii helps clients reduce operational costs, enhance contact center efficiency, and maximize their existing IT investments. With a client base of over 380 organizations, including major U.S. banks, airlines, wireless carriers, utilities, and healthcare providers, Varolii facilitates approximately 4 million communications daily. Headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in the Boston and Denver metropolitan areas, Varolii was acquired by Nuance Communications in October 2013.

Spiral Genetics

Series A in 2013
Spiral Genetics, Inc. is a genomic bioinformatics company that specializes in developing advanced analysis software for detecting structural variants from next-generation sequencing data. Founded in 2009 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company focuses on providing tools that support medical, pharmaceutical, and agricultural research. Its flagship product, the BioGraph Suite, is an indexed graph-based platform designed for genomic data management and analysis. Additionally, Spiral Genetics offers Anchored Assembly, a method that accurately detects single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), insertions, deletions, and structural variants ranging from 10bp to 100kbp, utilizing existing sequencing data from platforms like HiSeq and MiSeq. This software reduces computational complexity by concentrating on non-reference sequence regions and employs a unique read overlap graph for variant detection. Spiral Genetics operates as a subsidiary of Omicia, Inc. and continues to enhance its offerings for effective DNA data analysis.

NanoString Technologies

Series E in 2012
NanoString Technologies, Inc. is a provider of life science tools for translational research and molecular diagnostics on a global scale. The company specializes in the nCounter Analysis System, an automated platform for digital detection and quantification of nucleic acids. Key products include the nCounter MAX and FLEX systems, which feature an automated liquid handling component and a digital analyzer for data collection. Additionally, NanoString offers the nCounter SPRINT Profiler, nSolver Analysis Software, and custom CodeSets for tailored research needs. The company has developed various gene expression panels for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. Furthermore, NanoString is advancing spatial genomics through its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler and Hyb & Seq molecular profiling systems. Collaborations with prominent organizations, including Celgene and Merck, enhance its research capabilities, particularly in developing novel protein assays for breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, NanoString continues to innovate in the field of molecular diagnostics and research tools.

Chef, Inc.

Series C in 2012
Chef, Inc. provides cloud-based infrastructure automation solutions. It offers configuration management, a solution to manage complex infrastructure; cloud management that enables users to manage and scale cloud infrastructure with no downtime or interruptions, as well as build, destroy, and rebuild servers on public or private cloud; and DevOps, a solution for collaboration between development and operations. The company also provides Enterprise Chef that automates user infrastructure that accelerates time to market, helps users to manage scale and complexity, and safeguards their systems; and professional services that include planning, training and skill development, and project-based services. Chef, Inc. was formerly known as Chef, Inc. and changed its name to Opscode, Inc. in December 2013. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Seattle, Washington. As of October 5, 2020, Chef, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Progress Software Corporation.

Clipboard

Seed Round in 2011
Clipboard was founded by Gary William Flake in January 2011 with the simple goal of helping people save and share the parts of the Web that they care about. Since the Internet is more than two decades old, doesn't it seem strange that the typical way to save something online is to put it into an email or a document? We think so too, which is why we built an easy and powerful tool to help you. All of this may sound simple, but we think it's actually quite significant. We believe that someday soon everyone will be saving and organizing their online life in a way that is easy, fun and reflective of themselves. It is a world where everyone is highly engaged and active in saving their life experiences online. We are here for you and we are in this for the long haul. Our mission is to help you organize your online life. Please read more about us and our values at https://clipboard.com/about Stats on Clipboard: In close to 2 years before Clipboard was acquired in May 2013 140,000 people created 3 million clips.

NanoString Technologies

Series D in 2011
NanoString Technologies, Inc. is a provider of life science tools for translational research and molecular diagnostics on a global scale. The company specializes in the nCounter Analysis System, an automated platform for digital detection and quantification of nucleic acids. Key products include the nCounter MAX and FLEX systems, which feature an automated liquid handling component and a digital analyzer for data collection. Additionally, NanoString offers the nCounter SPRINT Profiler, nSolver Analysis Software, and custom CodeSets for tailored research needs. The company has developed various gene expression panels for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. Furthermore, NanoString is advancing spatial genomics through its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler and Hyb & Seq molecular profiling systems. Collaborations with prominent organizations, including Celgene and Merck, enhance its research capabilities, particularly in developing novel protein assays for breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, NanoString continues to innovate in the field of molecular diagnostics and research tools.

Redfin

Series E in 2011
Redfin is a residential real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform for buying and selling homes. Founded in 2004 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company combines advanced technology with local expertise to streamline the real estate process. Its website and mobile application allow users to search for properties using various filters, including location, price, and amenities, while integrating multiple listing service (MLS) data with historical information. Redfin's agents collaborate with engineers to develop tools that enhance the customer experience. In addition to real estate brokerage services, the company provides mortgage loan origination and title and settlement services. Redfin operates through multiple segments, with the majority of its revenue generated from real estate services.

Banyan Branch

Series A in 2011
Banyan Branch is a specialized social media agency focused on helping brands and companies leverage social media effectively. The agency develops comprehensive social media marketing programs tailored to meet the specific business objectives of its clients. By understanding the unique needs of various industries, including technology, consumer services, retail, and pharmaceuticals, Banyan Branch offers end-to-end marketing services that encompass strategy, creative execution, and analytics. This approach aims to enhance productivity and ensure that organizations can maximize their social media presence for tangible benefits.

Varolii

Series D in 2011
Varolii is a leader in proactive outbound communications, offering cloud-based communication software and services that enable organizations to optimize customer relations. The company specializes in automating personalized communication processes, including flight cancellation notices, fraud detection alerts, and prescription pick-up reminders. By streamlining these interactions, Varolii helps clients reduce operational costs, enhance contact center efficiency, and maximize their existing IT investments. With a client base of over 380 organizations, including major U.S. banks, airlines, wireless carriers, utilities, and healthcare providers, Varolii facilitates approximately 4 million communications daily. Headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in the Boston and Denver metropolitan areas, Varolii was acquired by Nuance Communications in October 2013.

BrightVolt

Venture Round in 2011
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.

Alert Logic

Series E in 2011
Alert Logic, the leader in security and compliance solutions for the cloud, provides Security-as-a-Service for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures, delivering deep security insight and continuous protection for customers at a lower cost than traditional security solutions. Fully managed by a team of experts, the Alert Logic Security-as-a-Service solution provides network, system and web application protection immediately, wherever your IT infrastructure resides. Alert Logic partners with the leading cloud platforms and hosting providers to protect over 3,600 organizations worldwide. Built for cloud scale, the Alert Logic patented platform stores petabytes of data, analyses over 400 million events and identifies over 50,000 security incidents each month, which are managed by its 24×7 Security Operations Center. Alert Logic, founded in 2002, is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices in Seattle, Dallas, Cardiff, Belfast and London. The company’s products and services include: o SaaS Solutions -Threat Manager – Intrusion Detection -Log Manager – Log Management & SIEM -Web Security Manager – Web Application Firewall -ScanWatch – Vulnerability Assessment -Amazon Web Services Cloud Security - Intrusion Detection for AWS o Managed Security Services -ActiveWatch & ActiveWatch Premier -LogReview Alert Logic was founded in 2002. For more information, please visit http://www.alertlogic.com

AdXpose

Series C in 2011
AdXpose is the leader in digital advertising analytics solutions. The company's SaaS technology provides advertisers and publishers with greater transparency and confidence in the quality, safety, and performance of their digital advertising campaigns. The actionable optimization metrics captured by AdXpose solutions help its customers realize increased ROI, more profitable margins, and measurable ad effectiveness. AdXpose is headquartered in Seattle, WA, with offices in New York City, and is backed by Draper Fischer Jurvetson and Ignition Partners

Z2

Series B in 2011
Z2 is a mobile-first game developer and publisher that specializes in creating free-to-play games designed for real-time competition and collaboration on iPhones and iPads. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Z2 focuses on developing highly social games, including popular titles such as Trade Nations and MetalStorm. Trade Nations, a city-building game, has garnered one of the largest mobile gaming communities, recording over 500 million game sessions since its launch and achieving top-grossing status on major app platforms. MetalStorm quickly became a top-ranked game within days of its release. Z2 incorporates advanced community features into its games, such as in-game messaging, voice chat, and integration with social media platforms. Founded in 2009 by Damon Danieli, David Bluhm, and Lou Fasulo, Z2 was backed by Madrona Venture Group and developed multiple top-grossing mobile titles before being sold to King in 2015, which subsequently became part of Activision Blizzard.

Chef, Inc.

Series B in 2010
Chef, Inc. provides cloud-based infrastructure automation solutions. It offers configuration management, a solution to manage complex infrastructure; cloud management that enables users to manage and scale cloud infrastructure with no downtime or interruptions, as well as build, destroy, and rebuild servers on public or private cloud; and DevOps, a solution for collaboration between development and operations. The company also provides Enterprise Chef that automates user infrastructure that accelerates time to market, helps users to manage scale and complexity, and safeguards their systems; and professional services that include planning, training and skill development, and project-based services. Chef, Inc. was formerly known as Chef, Inc. and changed its name to Opscode, Inc. in December 2013. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Seattle, Washington. As of October 5, 2020, Chef, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Progress Software Corporation.

BrightVolt

Series D in 2009
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.

Redfin

Series D in 2009
Redfin is a residential real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform for buying and selling homes. Founded in 2004 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company combines advanced technology with local expertise to streamline the real estate process. Its website and mobile application allow users to search for properties using various filters, including location, price, and amenities, while integrating multiple listing service (MLS) data with historical information. Redfin's agents collaborate with engineers to develop tools that enhance the customer experience. In addition to real estate brokerage services, the company provides mortgage loan origination and title and settlement services. Redfin operates through multiple segments, with the majority of its revenue generated from real estate services.

BrightVolt

Series D in 2009
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.

Chef, Inc.

Series A in 2009
Chef, Inc. provides cloud-based infrastructure automation solutions. It offers configuration management, a solution to manage complex infrastructure; cloud management that enables users to manage and scale cloud infrastructure with no downtime or interruptions, as well as build, destroy, and rebuild servers on public or private cloud; and DevOps, a solution for collaboration between development and operations. The company also provides Enterprise Chef that automates user infrastructure that accelerates time to market, helps users to manage scale and complexity, and safeguards their systems; and professional services that include planning, training and skill development, and project-based services. Chef, Inc. was formerly known as Chef, Inc. and changed its name to Opscode, Inc. in December 2013. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Seattle, Washington. As of October 5, 2020, Chef, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Progress Software Corporation.

Hola

Venture Round in 2008
Hola was founded with the goal of making a better Internet through advanced routing technologies - making the web faster, more open and cheaper to operate. Hola fundamentally disrupted markets with products. Hola is profitable, and growing fast! It has global presence, and top tier investors including DFJ (Silicon Valley), Trilogy (Seattle), Magma (Israel), Horizons Ventures (Hong Kong), and Orange (France). Hola’s core technology is its HTTP routing overlay network, incorporated in its client side software and its server network.

AdXpose

Series B in 2008
AdXpose is the leader in digital advertising analytics solutions. The company's SaaS technology provides advertisers and publishers with greater transparency and confidence in the quality, safety, and performance of their digital advertising campaigns. The actionable optimization metrics captured by AdXpose solutions help its customers realize increased ROI, more profitable margins, and measurable ad effectiveness. AdXpose is headquartered in Seattle, WA, with offices in New York City, and is backed by Draper Fischer Jurvetson and Ignition Partners

Redfin

Series C in 2007
Redfin is a residential real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform for buying and selling homes. Founded in 2004 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company combines advanced technology with local expertise to streamline the real estate process. Its website and mobile application allow users to search for properties using various filters, including location, price, and amenities, while integrating multiple listing service (MLS) data with historical information. Redfin's agents collaborate with engineers to develop tools that enhance the customer experience. In addition to real estate brokerage services, the company provides mortgage loan origination and title and settlement services. Redfin operates through multiple segments, with the majority of its revenue generated from real estate services.

NanoString Technologies

Series B in 2007
NanoString Technologies, Inc. is a provider of life science tools for translational research and molecular diagnostics on a global scale. The company specializes in the nCounter Analysis System, an automated platform for digital detection and quantification of nucleic acids. Key products include the nCounter MAX and FLEX systems, which feature an automated liquid handling component and a digital analyzer for data collection. Additionally, NanoString offers the nCounter SPRINT Profiler, nSolver Analysis Software, and custom CodeSets for tailored research needs. The company has developed various gene expression panels for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. Furthermore, NanoString is advancing spatial genomics through its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler and Hyb & Seq molecular profiling systems. Collaborations with prominent organizations, including Celgene and Merck, enhance its research capabilities, particularly in developing novel protein assays for breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, NanoString continues to innovate in the field of molecular diagnostics and research tools.

Snapvine

Series A in 2006
Snapvine is a service that enables users to leave voicemails online through a centralized platform. Users can call a specific Snapvine number and enter a code linked to the intended recipient to record their message. Alternatively, they can utilize a microphone connected to their computer to leave messages. Voicemails can be shared through simple embeddable widgets, allowing for both public and private listening options. Public messages are accessible to anyone visiting the page where the widget is embedded, while private messages are restricted to the intended recipient. Snapvine has gained popularity on social networking sites, particularly among artists and celebrities who interact with their fans.

MForma Group

Series D in 2005
MFORMA is a leading global publisher and distributor of mobile entertainment. MFORMA provides wireless operators and their customers with the world's best content and brands, and provides developers and brand owners with the shortest route to market. MFORMA's customers include more than 100 of the world's leading wireless carriers. In addition to the industry's most comprehensive catalog of BREW, Java, SMS, MMS, and WAP games, MFORMA also provides sports, lifestyle, and information services subscription products. MFORMA's carrier-grade platform manages the delivery of downloadable games and applications for some of the world's largest carriers. MFORMA is a U.S. corporation with offices in San Francisco (headquarters), San Diego, and Los Angeles, California; Bellevue, Washington; London and Manchester, England; Shanghai and Beijing, China; and Seoul, Korea.

MForma Group

Series C in 2005
MFORMA is a leading global publisher and distributor of mobile entertainment. MFORMA provides wireless operators and their customers with the world's best content and brands, and provides developers and brand owners with the shortest route to market. MFORMA's customers include more than 100 of the world's leading wireless carriers. In addition to the industry's most comprehensive catalog of BREW, Java, SMS, MMS, and WAP games, MFORMA also provides sports, lifestyle, and information services subscription products. MFORMA's carrier-grade platform manages the delivery of downloadable games and applications for some of the world's largest carriers. MFORMA is a U.S. corporation with offices in San Francisco (headquarters), San Diego, and Los Angeles, California; Bellevue, Washington; London and Manchester, England; Shanghai and Beijing, China; and Seoul, Korea.

Alert Logic

Series A in 2005
Alert Logic, the leader in security and compliance solutions for the cloud, provides Security-as-a-Service for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures, delivering deep security insight and continuous protection for customers at a lower cost than traditional security solutions. Fully managed by a team of experts, the Alert Logic Security-as-a-Service solution provides network, system and web application protection immediately, wherever your IT infrastructure resides. Alert Logic partners with the leading cloud platforms and hosting providers to protect over 3,600 organizations worldwide. Built for cloud scale, the Alert Logic patented platform stores petabytes of data, analyses over 400 million events and identifies over 50,000 security incidents each month, which are managed by its 24×7 Security Operations Center. Alert Logic, founded in 2002, is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices in Seattle, Dallas, Cardiff, Belfast and London. The company’s products and services include: o SaaS Solutions -Threat Manager – Intrusion Detection -Log Manager – Log Management & SIEM -Web Security Manager – Web Application Firewall -ScanWatch – Vulnerability Assessment -Amazon Web Services Cloud Security - Intrusion Detection for AWS o Managed Security Services -ActiveWatch & ActiveWatch Premier -LogReview Alert Logic was founded in 2002. For more information, please visit http://www.alertlogic.com

BrightVolt

Series C in 2005
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.

NanoString Technologies

Series A in 2005
NanoString Technologies, Inc. is a provider of life science tools for translational research and molecular diagnostics on a global scale. The company specializes in the nCounter Analysis System, an automated platform for digital detection and quantification of nucleic acids. Key products include the nCounter MAX and FLEX systems, which feature an automated liquid handling component and a digital analyzer for data collection. Additionally, NanoString offers the nCounter SPRINT Profiler, nSolver Analysis Software, and custom CodeSets for tailored research needs. The company has developed various gene expression panels for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. Furthermore, NanoString is advancing spatial genomics through its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler and Hyb & Seq molecular profiling systems. Collaborations with prominent organizations, including Celgene and Merck, enhance its research capabilities, particularly in developing novel protein assays for breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, NanoString continues to innovate in the field of molecular diagnostics and research tools.

MForma Group

Series B in 2004
MFORMA is a leading global publisher and distributor of mobile entertainment. MFORMA provides wireless operators and their customers with the world's best content and brands, and provides developers and brand owners with the shortest route to market. MFORMA's customers include more than 100 of the world's leading wireless carriers. In addition to the industry's most comprehensive catalog of BREW, Java, SMS, MMS, and WAP games, MFORMA also provides sports, lifestyle, and information services subscription products. MFORMA's carrier-grade platform manages the delivery of downloadable games and applications for some of the world's largest carriers. MFORMA is a U.S. corporation with offices in San Francisco (headquarters), San Diego, and Los Angeles, California; Bellevue, Washington; London and Manchester, England; Shanghai and Beijing, China; and Seoul, Korea.

BrightVolt

Series B in 2003
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.
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