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 Series F

CircleCI

Series F in 2021
CircleCI is a provider of a continuous integration and delivery platform that enables software teams to automate the build, test, and deployment processes for web and mobile applications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, CircleCI helps developers release code confidently and quickly, addressing the challenges of speed and complexity in modern software development. By automating essential tasks, the platform allows teams to detect and resolve bugs before reaching end users, thereby enhancing the overall quality of software products. CircleCI's services are utilized by numerous leading companies, allowing developers to focus on creating business value efficiently. The company has garnered recognition for its workplace environment and is supported by various venture capital firms.

Collective Health

Series F in 2021
Collective Health offers a cloud-based platform that transforms how self-insured employers manage health benefits. This integrated system allows companies to administer various health plans through a single portal, providing employees with clear guidance, live concierge support, and digital tools to navigate their healthcare options. By focusing on a smarter alternative to traditional health insurance, Collective Health aims to enhance the value of healthcare investments while improving employee care. The company has experienced significant growth in the employer-sponsored insurance market, currently covering 70,000 employee and dependent lives across 15 employers, including notable clients such as Activision Blizzard, Crossfit, eBay, Palantir, and Red Bull.

Sysdig

Series F in 2021
Sysdig, Inc. provides network and application monitoring software solutions designed to enhance the performance and security of cloud-based application delivery infrastructures. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sysdig addresses the complexities of securing containers, Kubernetes, and cloud services through its Sysdig Secure DevOps Platform. This platform enables organizations to secure their build pipelines, detect and respond to runtime threats, validate compliance, and monitor cloud infrastructure effectively. Built on an open-source foundation that includes tools like Falco and sysdig OSS, Sysdig's SaaS offerings are relied upon by numerous companies for their container and Kubernetes security needs. The company also operates data centers in Oregon and Frankfurt, Germany, and has a subsidiary in Japan.

Patreon

Series F in 2021
Patreon Inc. operates a membership platform designed to help content creators and artists fund their work. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, Patreon.com facilitates connections between users and provides access to various types of content, including videos, photographs, artwork, audio clips, and more. The platform allows patrons to pledge support to their favorite creators on a recurring basis, thereby empowering a new generation of artists to earn a living from their passions. By enabling direct financial support from fans, Patreon fosters a sustainable ecosystem for creative individuals to thrive.

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.

Innovium

Series F in 2020
Innovium, Inc. develops and deploys switching silicon solutions for cloud, enterprise, and edge data centers in the United States and internationally. It offers TERALYNX 7 for large scale public and private cloud; and TERALYNX 5 for ToR, enterprise, Edge, and 5G data centers. The company also provides Network OS, a cloud, OEM, open-source network operating system; open source and standard APIs; and TERALYNX software development kit. Innovium, Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in San Jose, California with a location in Bengaluru, India.

Sisense

Series F in 2020
Sisense Inc. specializes in developing advanced business intelligence and data analytics software solutions. Its flagship product, Sisense, allows users to manage, analyze, and visualize complex data from diverse sources through interactive dashboards and data visualizations. The company enhances analytic adoption by offering Sisense Fusion, an AI-driven analytics cloud platform that integrates analytics into both customer-facing applications and employee workflows. Serving a broad range of industries, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing, Sisense caters to businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. With a commitment to customer success, Sisense has been recognized as a leader in the business intelligence sector and has established strategic partnerships, such as with Narrative Science. Founded in 2005, Sisense is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in London and Sydney.

Sumo Logic

Series F in 2017
Sumo Logic, Inc. is a cloud-native software-as-a-service platform that specializes in machine data analytics, providing organizations with the tools to navigate digital transformation and modern cloud applications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Sumo Logic enables the automated collection, ingestion, and analysis of diverse data types, including application, infrastructure, security, and Internet of Things (IoT) data. Its comprehensive suite of solutions addresses operational, security, business, and global intelligence needs, offering real-time insights that help organizations troubleshoot, secure, and optimize their applications and cloud infrastructures. With a customer base exceeding 2,000 globally, Sumo Logic's platform supports continuous innovation and collaboration, allowing businesses to enhance their competitive advantage and drive growth.

Nantero

Series F in 2015
Nantero, Inc. is a nanotechnology company which develops semiconductor products using carbon nanotubes in the United States and internationally. It offers density nonvolatile random access memory chips, nanoelectromechanical switches, memory semiconductor products, logic semiconductor products, other semiconductor products, and microelectronic-grade carbon nanotubes. The company serves various applications, including cell phones, MP3 players, digital cameras, networking and enterprise systems, and more. Nantero, Inc. was incorporated in 2001 and is based in Woburn, Massachusetts.

Box

Series F in 2013
Box is an online file sharing and cloud content management service that offers unlimited storage, custom branding, and administrative controls. Launched in 2006, Box aims to connect people, devices, and networks, providing secure access to content for over 8 million users. The platform enables individuals and businesses to store, share, and manage their critical information in the cloud, regardless of format or location. Box serves a diverse range of industries, helping organizations of all sizes to collaborate effectively while ensuring the security of their data. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Box continues to enhance its services to meet the evolving needs of its users.

RichRelevance

Series F in 2013
RichRelevance, Inc. specializes in omnichannel personalization solutions for multinational companies, enhancing customer experiences across various platforms such as web, mobile, and in-store environments. The company's flagship offering, Relevance Cloud, encompasses several tools designed to personalize user interactions, including RichRelevance Discover for tailored search and browsing, RichRelevance Engage for targeted marketing campaigns, and RichRelevance Recommend, which employs machine learning to generate data-driven product recommendations. Additional services include RichRelevance Build, providing API-based personalization tools, and RichRelevance Xen AI, aimed at aiding digital leaders in strategic decision-making. RichRelevance serves over 240 clients globally, having facilitated more than one billion decisions daily and contributing over $20 billion in sales for its partners, which include notable brands like Office Depot and Costco. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company operates in 42 countries through multiple offices worldwide and is a subsidiary of Manthan Software Services Pvt. Ltd.

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.

Ping Identity

Series F in 2013
Ping Identity Corporation specializes in providing intelligent identity solutions for enterprises globally. Its Ping Intelligent Identity platform enables secure access to various applications, including cloud, mobile, Software-as-a-Service, and on-premises solutions. The platform features capabilities such as secure single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, application security controls, unified profile directories, and data governance for identity data access. Additionally, it incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning for enhanced API security. The company's clientele includes prominent organizations across multiple sectors, such as Fortune 100 companies, U.S. banks, biopharmaceutical firms, healthcare plans, and retailers. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Ping Identity has evolved to promote Zero Trust security frameworks and personalized user experiences.

BrightSource

Series F in 2012
BrightSource Energy designs and builds large scale solar plants that deliver low-cost solar energy in the form of steam and/or electricity, at prices competitive with fossil fuels, to industrial and utility customers worldwide. BrightSource Energy enables industrial and utility companies to lessen their dependency on fossil fuels by providing a low cost, reliable source of clean energy during periods of peak usage. BrightSource Energy's corporate headquarters are located in Oakland, California.

Athenahealth

Series F in 2012
Athenahealth, Inc. is a prominent provider of cloud-based business services tailored for healthcare providers, medical groups, and health systems. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, the company specializes in network-based solutions that encompass medical records, revenue cycle management, patient engagement, care coordination, and population health services. Its primary offerings include athenaCollector for billing and practice management, athenaClinicals for electronic health record management, and athenaCommunicator for automated patient-provider communication. Additionally, athenahealth provides tools for telehealth, population health management, and staff engagement, alongside data exchange services to facilitate communication between providers and health plans. The company utilizes a combination of proprietary software and integrated service operations to enhance operational efficiency and patient interaction, serving clients through a direct sales force and channel partners both in the United States and internationally.

SolarCity

Series F in 2011
SolarCity is a leading provider of solar energy systems in the United States, specializing in the design, financing, installation, and maintenance of solar panels and solar roof tiles. Based in San Mateo, California, the company serves a diverse clientele, including homeowners, businesses, government entities, and non-profit organizations. SolarCity focuses on delivering reliable and clean energy solutions that contribute to sustainability and reduce energy costs. In addition to its core operations, the company manages a fund that invests in renewable energy projects, further emphasizing its commitment to the solar energy sector.

SpaceX

Series F in 2010
Space Exploration Technologies is a space-transportation startup company founded by Elon Musk. SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX develops crew and cargo capsules, engines, cryogenic tank structures, avionics, equipment, guidance, and control software. The company is developing the partially reusable launch vehicles Falcon 1 and Falcon 9. Founded in 2002, Space Exploration Technologies is headquartered in Hawthorne, California.

Konarka Technologies

Series F in 2007
Konarka Technologies, Inc. develops and advances nano-enabled polymer photovoltaic materials for commercial, industrial, government, and consumer applications. It provides standard products to serve portable power needs; and custom solutions, such as roll up chargers, personal accessories, and fold up chargers. The company's products are used in outdoor, portable power, indoor and remote sensing, and mission critical applications. It has strategic partnerships with Air Products, 24 Innovations, Kurz, SkyShades, Chevron, Merck, Toppan Forms, Dupont, Siemens, and the U.S. Air Force. Konarka Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts with business development offices in Asia. It has a research and development facility in Austria. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Mimeo

Series F in 2007
Mimeo is a leading provider of online managed content distribution and printing services. Its cloud-based platform allows customers to easily create, manage, and distribute essential business content. Mimeo operates several divisions, including Mimeo for Business, which offers an on-demand printing service that enables customers to submit and print digital documents with late-night ordering capabilities for next-day delivery across North America and Europe. Additionally, MimeoPhotos provides a consumer-focused solution for personalized photo products such as photo books, calendars, and cards, available in 21 countries. The company also includes The School Planner Company, which specializes in customized student planners for educational institutions in Germany, the UK, France, and the US. Mimeo offers a variety of printing options, including color or black-and-white, various bindings, and finishing options, catering to diverse customer needs.

Everdream

Series F in 2005
Everdream Corporation specializes in providing on-demand personal computer and desktop management software services on an international scale. The company offers a comprehensive suite of compliance software that enables visibility into hardware and software assets, tracks software license usage, and automates software distribution to ensure regulatory compliance. Additionally, Everdream provides an uptime software services suite that safeguards against internet attacks, hackers, and data loss through malware protection, patch management, and online data backup. The company also delivers IT support services, including on-demand employee service desk solutions and remote control services, alongside managed services. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Everdream has operational facilities in Dallas, Texas, and Charlotte, North Carolina. It operates as a subsidiary of Dell Inc. since December 2007.
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