PE Student Trips
Series A in 2023
PE Student Trips offers educational trips and travel opportunities for students, providing them with a platform to explore new destinations and enhance their learning experiences outside the classroom.
EZ Texting
Series B in 2018
EZ Texting is a cloud-based provider of business text messaging software serving the United States and Canada. Its platform enables bulk and multimedia messaging, two-way conversations, automated workflows, and detailed reporting to help organizations engage audiences, improve customer service, and streamline communications. Key features include delivery reports, reminder campaigns, text polls, keywords, textable numbers, and text-to-landline capability, along with contact management and compliance tools. The company serves over 210,000 customers and supports AI-assisted content generation to enhance campaign effectiveness.
Intuity Medical
Debt Financing in 2018
Intuity Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company specializing in blood glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company is known for its innovative POGO Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System. This system is the first FDA-cleared automatic, one-step blood glucose meter that integrates lancing, blood collection, and analysis into a single cartridge capable of performing ten tests. Intuity Medical aims to provide a convenient and discreet solution for patients who require regular blood glucose testing, enhancing their ability to manage their diabetes effectively. The company was previously known as Rosedale Medical, Inc. until it rebranded in June 2007.
Neuronetics
Series G in 2017
Neuronetics is a medical technology company that designs, develops, and markets non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Its flagship product, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, uses transcranial magnetic stimulation to treat adult patients with major depressive disorder in office-based settings.
Intuity Medical
Venture Round in 2016
Intuity Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company specializing in blood glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company is known for its innovative POGO Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System. This system is the first FDA-cleared automatic, one-step blood glucose meter that integrates lancing, blood collection, and analysis into a single cartridge capable of performing ten tests. Intuity Medical aims to provide a convenient and discreet solution for patients who require regular blood glucose testing, enhancing their ability to manage their diabetes effectively. The company was previously known as Rosedale Medical, Inc. until it rebranded in June 2007.
TearScience
Series D in 2016
TearScience, Inc. is a medical device company based in Morrisville, North Carolina, specializing in the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of meibomian gland disease (MGD), a primary cause of dry eye affecting millions worldwide. Founded in 2005, TearScience has developed innovative devices to address evaporative dry eye, including the LipiFlow Activator, which delivers automated therapeutic energies to treat the meibomian glands, and the LipiScan, an imaging tool that allows eye care professionals to assess gland health. The company's integrated system enables effective management of MGD, which is often underestimated despite being a leading contributor to dry eye symptoms such as irritation, dryness, and visual disturbances. As a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, TearScience continues to advance its mission of improving patient outcomes through early detection and treatment of this chronic condition.
Spigit
Venture Round in 2015
Spigit, Inc. is a leading provider of innovation management software, designed to help organizations harness ideas from employees, partners, and customers to foster a culture of innovation. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in London and Sydney, Spigit serves major industries including financial services, healthcare, insurance, and technology. Its cloud-based platform employs proprietary crowd science algorithms to engage users and facilitate idea generation, enabling companies to solve business challenges effectively. Spigit's highly configurable and secure platform is recognized for its scalability across large enterprises, making it a preferred choice for notable clients such as AT&T, Citibank, and Pfizer. In December 2018, Spigit became a subsidiary of Planview, Inc.
HireVue, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in video interviewing software solutions and assessment services aimed at enhancing the recruitment and hiring processes. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in South Jordan, Utah, with additional offices in New York, London, Amsterdam, and Sydney, the company offers various products including on-demand and live video interviewing, pre-hire assessments, and specific tools like CodeVue for evaluating coding skills. HireVue's AI-driven Hiring Intelligence platform integrates predictive analytics and industrial/organizational science to assist organizations in making informed hiring decisions, ultimately improving the quality of talent acquisition. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including consumer goods, healthcare, finance, and technology, and has facilitated over six million interviews for more than 700 clients globally, including many Fortune 100 companies.
Neuronetics
Series F in 2015
Neuronetics is a medical technology company that designs, develops, and markets non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Its flagship product, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, uses transcranial magnetic stimulation to treat adult patients with major depressive disorder in office-based settings.
Conductor
Series D in 2015
Conductor, LLC is a leading provider of search engine optimization (SEO) and content marketing solutions based in New York. The company offers a comprehensive platform, Conductor Searchlight, which generates insights into customer intent, helping marketers create compelling content that enhances organic traffic and improves marketing ROI. Its services include SEO strategy, content strategy, competitive intelligence, and pay-per-click strategy, along with essential tools such as rank tracking, SEO reporting, and audience engagement analytics. Additionally, Conductor's platform features content technology solutions that facilitate content mapping, performance analysis, keyword research, and market share insights. This enables enterprises across various industries, including retail, healthcare, and finance, to optimize their content and increase online visibility. Formerly known as Linkexperts, Inc., Conductor rebranded in 2008 and has since become an independent entity, having spun out from WeWork in 2019.
Mindjet
Debt Financing in 2014
Mindjet LLC specializes in mind mapping software and Software-as-a-Service solutions designed to support brainstorming, business planning, event planning, meeting management, mobile mind mapping, and project management. The company offers MindManager, which assists individuals and small teams in managing projects and addressing business challenges, and MindManager Enterprise, which facilitates communication and project coordination across larger organizations. Additionally, Mindjet provides Spigit, an innovation management platform that enables companies to crowdsource and implement ideas for business transformation. Established in 1994 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Mindjet serves a diverse clientele, including sectors such as biotechnology, public agency, manufacturing, technology, and education, through a global network of resellers and distributors. The company has offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, and Australia, and its solutions are utilized by millions, including a significant portion of the Fortune 100.
Guavus
Debt Financing in 2014
Guavus is a provider of advanced big data analytics applications that address complex data challenges for Fortune 500 enterprises. The company specializes in real-time analytics, enabling businesses to efficiently manage and analyze large volumes of structured and unstructured data. Guavus's applications are designed to improve service assurance and enhance customer experience management, particularly in the context of the Internet of Things. By integrating operational and business support systems, Guavus allows customers to optimize network capacity planning and enhance service operations. Its operational intelligence solutions can process over two trillion transactions daily, effectively correlating and analyzing data from diverse sources to help organizations become more efficient, profitable, and competitive.
Acquia provides a cloud-based platform enabling businesses worldwide to build, deliver, and optimize digital experiences. With clients such as BBC, Nasdaq, Stanford University, and the Australian Government, Acquia accelerates time-to-market and enhances customer engagement through cross-channel, contextually relevant digital experiences.
Transcend Medical
Series C in 2014
Transcend Medical, Inc. is an ophthalmic device company based in Menlo Park, California, focused on developing innovative medical devices for the treatment of glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness in adults. Founded in 2005, Transcend Medical emerged from ForSight Labs, an incubator dedicated to ophthalmic innovations. The company's flagship product, the CyPass Micro-Stent, is a micro-invasive device designed to be implanted during routine cataract surgery to reduce intraocular pressure. Additionally, Transcend Medical offers the Vold Gonio Lens for use in micro-invasive glaucoma surgeries and provides clinical trial services. The CyPass Micro-Stent received its CE mark in 2008 and has been undergoing evaluation in various clinical studies, including the COMPASS multi-center trial, to assess its effectiveness and safety in treating glaucoma. As of 2016, Transcend Medical operates as a subsidiary of Alcon Holdings, Inc.
Intuity Medical
Venture Round in 2014
Intuity Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company specializing in blood glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company is known for its innovative POGO Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System. This system is the first FDA-cleared automatic, one-step blood glucose meter that integrates lancing, blood collection, and analysis into a single cartridge capable of performing ten tests. Intuity Medical aims to provide a convenient and discreet solution for patients who require regular blood glucose testing, enhancing their ability to manage their diabetes effectively. The company was previously known as Rosedale Medical, Inc. until it rebranded in June 2007.
HireVue, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in video interviewing software solutions and assessment services aimed at enhancing the recruitment and hiring processes. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in South Jordan, Utah, with additional offices in New York, London, Amsterdam, and Sydney, the company offers various products including on-demand and live video interviewing, pre-hire assessments, and specific tools like CodeVue for evaluating coding skills. HireVue's AI-driven Hiring Intelligence platform integrates predictive analytics and industrial/organizational science to assist organizations in making informed hiring decisions, ultimately improving the quality of talent acquisition. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including consumer goods, healthcare, finance, and technology, and has facilitated over six million interviews for more than 700 clients globally, including many Fortune 100 companies.
Rocket Lawyer
Series C in 2013
Established in 2006, Rocket Lawyer provides affordable online legal services for individuals, families, and businesses. Its platform enables users to create custom legal documents using automation technology, with access to discounted legal advice from licensed solicitors.
Atrenta is a provider of innovative solutions for the semiconductor and consumer electronics industries, specializing in design efficiency through its SpyGlass Predictive Analysis software platform. This platform offers early design insights into the performance, power, and area requirements of complex system on chips (SoCs), which are essential for modern consumer electronics. By enabling design engineers to identify structural, coding, and consistency issues in register transfer language (RTL), Atrenta's technology allows for enhanced testability during RTL creation. The company's patented solutions are utilized by over two hundred companies and thousands of design engineers globally, helping to mitigate risks and reduce costs before the deployment of traditional electronic design automation (EDA) tools. SpyGlass serves as an interactive guidance system, optimizing the implementation process for complex SoCs and ensuring greater efficiency and confidence in design outcomes.
Permobil
Acquisition in 2013
Permobil is a manufacturer specializing in wheelchairs designed for individuals with functional disabilities. The company provides a range of products, including power and manual wheelchairs, power assist systems, and pediatric mobility solutions. Additionally, Permobil offers various accessories, cushions, backs, corpus seats, and mattresses, all aimed at enhancing the mobility and comfort of its users. By focusing on innovative design and functionality, Permobil seeks to empower individuals to achieve greater independence in their daily lives.
Active Biotech
Acquisition in 2013
Active Biotech AB is a biotechnology company dedicated to the research and development of pharmaceuticals and vaccines, with a particular emphasis on autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as cancer. The company is engaged in developing a range of products aimed at treating various conditions, including multiple sclerosis, lung cancer, renal cancer, and pancreatic cancer. Active Biotech's portfolio includes both small molecules that serve as orally active immunomodulatory agents and antibody-based immunotherapy, reflecting its commitment to innovative therapeutic solutions in the medical field.
WhiteHat Security
Private Equity Round in 2013
WhiteHat Security, Inc. is a prominent provider of application security solutions, operating a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed to help enterprises secure their digital operations across various environments, including desktop and mobile applications. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of services, including Dynamic Application Security Testing, which identifies vulnerabilities in web applications, and Static Application Security Testing, which scans source code for security flaws. Additionally, WhiteHat provides Mobile Application Security Testing and e-Learning resources to support security training across organizations. The company's comprehensive offerings also encompass web application security, secure code development, and risk assessment, catering to developers, security professionals, and executives alike. WhiteHat Security has established itself as a leader in the field, recognized for its innovative approach to bridging the gap between security and development, and has received multiple accolades for its contributions to application security testing. As of 2019, WhiteHat operates as a subsidiary of NTT Security Corporation, with regional offices throughout the United States and Europe, as well as operations in Australia.
SmartBiz Loans
Series C in 2013
SmartBiz, Inc., also known as SmartBiz Loans, operates an online lending platform that simplifies the application and processing of small business loans, particularly focusing on SBA loans. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company leverages advanced technology to efficiently match borrowers with banks that are most likely to approve their loan requests. The platform automates various stages of the loan process, including application management, document capture, and underwriting, significantly improving processing efficiency for partner banks. SmartBiz aims to enhance access to low-cost funding for small businesses, with a high percentage of referrals leading to successful loan funding. The company serves diverse sectors such as commercial real estate, debt refinancing, and working capital, and is a subsidiary of Better Finance, Inc.
AxioMed LLC is a medical device company based in Malden, Massachusetts, specializing in the design and development of disc replacement devices aimed at alleviating neck pain and restoring normal spinal function for patients suffering from degenerative disc disease. Founded in 2001, the company was previously known as AxioMed Spine Corporation and rebranded in November 2014. AxioMed has developed the Freedom® Lumbar Disc and is also working on a project for cervical disc replacement. The company emphasizes advancing the standard of care beyond traditional fusion techniques and first-generation artificial discs. Guided by CEO Patrick McBrayer and COO James Kuras, AxioMed boasts a team with significant expertise in spinal implants, complemented by a Medical Advisory Panel of surgeons from leading spine centers and universities. The company's facilities encompass product development, testing, clinical and regulatory affairs, and manufacturing.
Guavus is a provider of advanced big data analytics applications that address complex data challenges for Fortune 500 enterprises. The company specializes in real-time analytics, enabling businesses to efficiently manage and analyze large volumes of structured and unstructured data. Guavus's applications are designed to improve service assurance and enhance customer experience management, particularly in the context of the Internet of Things. By integrating operational and business support systems, Guavus allows customers to optimize network capacity planning and enhance service operations. Its operational intelligence solutions can process over two trillion transactions daily, effectively correlating and analyzing data from diverse sources to help organizations become more efficient, profitable, and competitive.
PulsePoint
Venture Round in 2013
PulsePoint is a data and technology company focused on providing programmatic solutions tailored for healthcare organizations. The company aims to enhance the personalization of information and improve health outcomes through its advanced advertising technology platform. By leveraging programmatic automation, PulsePoint interprets complex customer journey signals, facilitating a better understanding of the connections between relevance and engagement. This capability allows healthcare organizations to deliver personalized health information efficiently and effectively. Through its suite of tools, PulsePoint empowers clients to activate health options seamlessly, fostering meaningful connections with consumers and healthcare professionals while enhancing the overall delivery of care and support.
EZ Texting
Series A in 2012
EZ Texting is a cloud-based provider of business text messaging software serving the United States and Canada. Its platform enables bulk and multimedia messaging, two-way conversations, automated workflows, and detailed reporting to help organizations engage audiences, improve customer service, and streamline communications. Key features include delivery reports, reminder campaigns, text polls, keywords, textable numbers, and text-to-landline capability, along with contact management and compliance tools. The company serves over 210,000 customers and supports AI-assisted content generation to enhance campaign effectiveness.
Acquia provides a cloud-based platform enabling businesses worldwide to build, deliver, and optimize digital experiences. With clients such as BBC, Nasdaq, Stanford University, and the Australian Government, Acquia accelerates time-to-market and enhances customer engagement through cross-channel, contextually relevant digital experiences.
Conductor
Series C in 2012
Conductor, LLC is a leading provider of search engine optimization (SEO) and content marketing solutions based in New York. The company offers a comprehensive platform, Conductor Searchlight, which generates insights into customer intent, helping marketers create compelling content that enhances organic traffic and improves marketing ROI. Its services include SEO strategy, content strategy, competitive intelligence, and pay-per-click strategy, along with essential tools such as rank tracking, SEO reporting, and audience engagement analytics. Additionally, Conductor's platform features content technology solutions that facilitate content mapping, performance analysis, keyword research, and market share insights. This enables enterprises across various industries, including retail, healthcare, and finance, to optimize their content and increase online visibility. Formerly known as Linkexperts, Inc., Conductor rebranded in 2008 and has since become an independent entity, having spun out from WeWork in 2019.
HireVue, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in video interviewing software solutions and assessment services aimed at enhancing the recruitment and hiring processes. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in South Jordan, Utah, with additional offices in New York, London, Amsterdam, and Sydney, the company offers various products including on-demand and live video interviewing, pre-hire assessments, and specific tools like CodeVue for evaluating coding skills. HireVue's AI-driven Hiring Intelligence platform integrates predictive analytics and industrial/organizational science to assist organizations in making informed hiring decisions, ultimately improving the quality of talent acquisition. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including consumer goods, healthcare, finance, and technology, and has facilitated over six million interviews for more than 700 clients globally, including many Fortune 100 companies.
Intuity Medical
Venture Round in 2012
Intuity Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company specializing in blood glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company is known for its innovative POGO Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System. This system is the first FDA-cleared automatic, one-step blood glucose meter that integrates lancing, blood collection, and analysis into a single cartridge capable of performing ten tests. Intuity Medical aims to provide a convenient and discreet solution for patients who require regular blood glucose testing, enhancing their ability to manage their diabetes effectively. The company was previously known as Rosedale Medical, Inc. until it rebranded in June 2007.
Agile Therapeutics
Series C in 2012
Agile Therapeutics, Inc. is a women's healthcare company based in Princeton, New Jersey, dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of prescription contraceptive products. The company's lead product is Twirla, a once-weekly transdermal contraceptive patch that combines levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol, designed to provide a non-daily option for contraception. Agile Therapeutics is also advancing a pipeline of additional products and extensions related to Twirla, including regimens aimed at offering women extended cycles, shorter and lighter periods, and a progestin-only patch for those who cannot or prefer not to use estrogen. Utilizing proprietary Skinfusion technology, the company aims to deliver effective contraceptive solutions that address the unmet health needs of women today. Founded in 1997, Agile Therapeutics continues to focus on innovating women's healthcare options.
eSilicon
Venture Round in 2012
eSilicon Corporation specializes in semiconductor design and manufacturing solutions, providing application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and system-on-chips to a diverse clientele that includes semiconductor companies, integrated device manufacturers, and original equipment manufacturers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Jose, California, eSilicon serves various sectors such as communications, computing, consumer electronics, industrial products, and medical applications. The company offers a range of services that include custom memory Internet protocol and I/O products, IP integration, packaging, quality assurance, and engineering services, all tailored to meet specific client needs. eSilicon utilizes a unique, optimized semiconductor value chain that integrates design services, materials suppliers, and testing providers, which enables it to produce over 10 million advanced chips annually. As of early 2020, eSilicon operates as a subsidiary of Inphi Corporation, further enhancing its capabilities in the semiconductor industry.
CDP Group
Series C in 2012
CDP Group Ltd. is a prominent provider of human resources outsourcing services in Greater China and Asia, established in 2004 and headquartered in Shanghai. The company offers a comprehensive array of HR services, including payroll outsourcing, benefits management, recruitment services, and expatriate services, among others. Its CDP EcoSaaS platform serves as an integrated software solution that supports payroll, tax and social security management, workforce management, and various HR applications. This cloud-based platform is designed to deliver adaptable and scalable HR services, leveraging local expertise and industry insights. CDP Group caters to a diverse range of industries, including consulting, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, logistics, and finance, among others. The company operates branch offices in multiple cities across China, including Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, enhancing its capacity to meet the HR needs of organizations of varying sizes and sectors.
Magnum Semiconductor
Private Equity Round in 2012
Magnum Semiconductor, Inc. is a provider of semiconductor products, specializing in chips, software, and platforms designed for consumer entertainment systems and professional broadcast infrastructure. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers solutions that facilitate the creation, distribution, and management of video and audio content. Its technology supports various applications, including professional video encoders, broadcast transcoders, and in-home media devices such as set-top boxes and DVD recorders. Magnum's products play a crucial role in the video content creation and distribution chain, spanning from contribution and production to delivery via cable, satellite, IPTV, and Over-the-Top streaming. The company maintains a global presence with sales and engineering offices in several countries, including Canada, China, India, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, along with development facilities in major Asian cities.
Fclub.cn is a Chinese flash sale website that offers clothing, shoes, jewelry, bags, and accessories at discounted prices.
A Chinese fashion brand, Fclub.cn has partnered with many world famous fashion groups, especially in Western countries, to build a supply platform that aims to offer all kinds of discounted products.
Fclub.cn was founded by FGROUP LIMITED in 2009 and is now managed by Fclub E-Commerce Company. The company secured US$30 million in series B funding led by IGC, along with IDG Capital, Zero2IPO Capital, and SK Capital.
Ruckus Wireless
Series G in 2012
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
Cayenne Medical
Venture Round in 2012
Cayenne Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializing in soft tissue reconstruction solutions for the knee, shoulder, and extremities. Founded in 2005, the company designs and develops a range of products for arthroscopic surgery, including the AperFix System, which facilitates anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using various grafts. Its offerings also include the AperFix Femoral and Tibial devices for restoring knee kinematics and anatomical reconstruction. Additionally, Cayenne Medical provides the CrossFix II System for meniscal repair, the iFix Interference Screw System for ACL procedures, and a line of shoulder products under the Quattro System for various soft tissue repairs. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance surgical precision and improve patient outcomes in sports medicine.
Transcend Medical
Series B in 2012
Transcend Medical, Inc. is an ophthalmic device company based in Menlo Park, California, focused on developing innovative medical devices for the treatment of glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness in adults. Founded in 2005, Transcend Medical emerged from ForSight Labs, an incubator dedicated to ophthalmic innovations. The company's flagship product, the CyPass Micro-Stent, is a micro-invasive device designed to be implanted during routine cataract surgery to reduce intraocular pressure. Additionally, Transcend Medical offers the Vold Gonio Lens for use in micro-invasive glaucoma surgeries and provides clinical trial services. The CyPass Micro-Stent received its CE mark in 2008 and has been undergoing evaluation in various clinical studies, including the COMPASS multi-center trial, to assess its effectiveness and safety in treating glaucoma. As of 2016, Transcend Medical operates as a subsidiary of Alcon Holdings, Inc.
Maxymiser
Series B in 2012
Maxymiser is a company specializing in cloud-based software that empowers marketers to enhance customer engagement through testing, targeting, and personalization across digital channels. By optimizing over 20 billion customer interactions monthly, Maxymiser enables brands like HSBC, Lufthansa, Tommy Hilfiger, and Wyndham to create tailored experiences for their users. The platform integrates multivariate testing and automated personalization functionalities, allowing businesses to seamlessly manage their marketing campaigns and improve overall performance. Acquired by Oracle in 2015, Maxymiser contributes to the Oracle Marketing Cloud, enhancing its capabilities as a comprehensive solution for managing marketing strategies throughout the customer lifecycle.
Aternity LLC is a company that specializes in digital experience management through its enterprise-class platform designed to enhance employee productivity and customer satisfaction. Founded in 2004 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Aternity offers AI-powered analytics and self-healing control, enabling organizations to identify the root causes of issues affecting revenue and customer experience. The platform provides comprehensive visibility into application performance across diverse environments, including physical, virtual, and mobile devices. Aternity serves a wide range of industries, including finance, insurance, legal, manufacturing, retail, technology, and transportation. Initially a division of Riverbed Technologies, Aternity became an independent entity in 2020, backed by Thoma Bravo, and continues to focus on optimizing business application performance while reducing IT operational costs.
Gravitas Education Holdings
Series B in 2011
Gravitas Education Holdings operates in the early childhood education sector in China, focusing on children aged 0 to 6 years. The company provides kindergarten services and play-and-learn centers designed to enhance child development and strengthen family bonds while preparing children for formal schooling. Additionally, Gravitas develops and sells a range of educational products, including teaching aids, educational toys, and at-home learning materials. These products are offered through franchisees, business partners, and directly to families. As of the end of 2019, the company managed 100 directly operated and 250 franchise kindergartens, along with 6 play-and-learn centers. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Beijing, Gravitas Education Holdings has established itself as a leader in the early childhood education market in China.
Visible Technologies
Venture Round in 2011
Visible Technologies specializes in social media monitoring and analytics, offering a comprehensive suite of software and services aimed at extracting business value from social communities. Its flagship product, Visible Intelligence™, is a cutting-edge platform designed to enhance competitive and brand intelligence, improve marketing ROI, and provide deeper customer insights. With a focus on agility and scalability, the platform enables brands to engage with their communities rapidly. Headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in London and New York, Visible has established itself as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the industry. The company has built strong partnerships with notable clients, including Office Depot, Microsoft, and FedEx, and is supported by a leadership team with extensive experience in analytics, digital marketing, and technology. Through its innovative solutions, Visible Technologies empowers businesses to effectively manage their online brand presence and optimize their marketing strategies.
Rocket Lawyer
Series B in 2011
Established in 2006, Rocket Lawyer provides affordable online legal services for individuals, families, and businesses. Its platform enables users to create custom legal documents using automation technology, with access to discounted legal advice from licensed solicitors.
Intuity Medical
Series D in 2011
Intuity Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company specializing in blood glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company is known for its innovative POGO Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System. This system is the first FDA-cleared automatic, one-step blood glucose meter that integrates lancing, blood collection, and analysis into a single cartridge capable of performing ten tests. Intuity Medical aims to provide a convenient and discreet solution for patients who require regular blood glucose testing, enhancing their ability to manage their diabetes effectively. The company was previously known as Rosedale Medical, Inc. until it rebranded in June 2007.
WhiteHat Security
Venture Round in 2011
WhiteHat Security, Inc. is a prominent provider of application security solutions, operating a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed to help enterprises secure their digital operations across various environments, including desktop and mobile applications. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of services, including Dynamic Application Security Testing, which identifies vulnerabilities in web applications, and Static Application Security Testing, which scans source code for security flaws. Additionally, WhiteHat provides Mobile Application Security Testing and e-Learning resources to support security training across organizations. The company's comprehensive offerings also encompass web application security, secure code development, and risk assessment, catering to developers, security professionals, and executives alike. WhiteHat Security has established itself as a leader in the field, recognized for its innovative approach to bridging the gap between security and development, and has received multiple accolades for its contributions to application security testing. As of 2019, WhiteHat operates as a subsidiary of NTT Security Corporation, with regional offices throughout the United States and Europe, as well as operations in Australia.
Transcend Medical
Series B in 2011
Transcend Medical, Inc. is an ophthalmic device company based in Menlo Park, California, focused on developing innovative medical devices for the treatment of glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness in adults. Founded in 2005, Transcend Medical emerged from ForSight Labs, an incubator dedicated to ophthalmic innovations. The company's flagship product, the CyPass Micro-Stent, is a micro-invasive device designed to be implanted during routine cataract surgery to reduce intraocular pressure. Additionally, Transcend Medical offers the Vold Gonio Lens for use in micro-invasive glaucoma surgeries and provides clinical trial services. The CyPass Micro-Stent received its CE mark in 2008 and has been undergoing evaluation in various clinical studies, including the COMPASS multi-center trial, to assess its effectiveness and safety in treating glaucoma. As of 2016, Transcend Medical operates as a subsidiary of Alcon Holdings, Inc.
SkyCross is a global company specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced antenna and radiofrequency technology systems. The company serves various market segments, including handsets, data cards, USB dongles, laptops, access points, and mobile personal entertainment devices. SkyCross's technology focuses on producing integrated modules and antennas based on patented technologies such as beam-forming, pattern diversity, and closed-loop tuning. These innovations aim to enhance the development of mobile and connectivity applications, improving communication across all wireless devices.
Neuronetics
Series E in 2011
Neuronetics is a medical technology company that designs, develops, and markets non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Its flagship product, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, uses transcranial magnetic stimulation to treat adult patients with major depressive disorder in office-based settings.
SmartBiz Loans
Series B in 2011
SmartBiz, Inc., also known as SmartBiz Loans, operates an online lending platform that simplifies the application and processing of small business loans, particularly focusing on SBA loans. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company leverages advanced technology to efficiently match borrowers with banks that are most likely to approve their loan requests. The platform automates various stages of the loan process, including application management, document capture, and underwriting, significantly improving processing efficiency for partner banks. SmartBiz aims to enhance access to low-cost funding for small businesses, with a high percentage of referrals leading to successful loan funding. The company serves diverse sectors such as commercial real estate, debt refinancing, and working capital, and is a subsidiary of Better Finance, Inc.
Visible Technologies
Series C in 2011
Visible Technologies specializes in social media monitoring and analytics, offering a comprehensive suite of software and services aimed at extracting business value from social communities. Its flagship product, Visible Intelligence™, is a cutting-edge platform designed to enhance competitive and brand intelligence, improve marketing ROI, and provide deeper customer insights. With a focus on agility and scalability, the platform enables brands to engage with their communities rapidly. Headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in London and New York, Visible has established itself as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the industry. The company has built strong partnerships with notable clients, including Office Depot, Microsoft, and FedEx, and is supported by a leadership team with extensive experience in analytics, digital marketing, and technology. Through its innovative solutions, Visible Technologies empowers businesses to effectively manage their online brand presence and optimize their marketing strategies.
ExaGrid specializes in Tiered Backup Storage solutions. Their unique architecture includes a disk-cache Landing Zone for fast backups and restores, and a Repository Tier for cost-effective long-term retention. ExaGrid's scale-out design ensures a fixed-length backup window as data grows, eliminating expensive upgrades. They offer seven appliance models, mixable up to 32 appliances, with the largest system capable of handling up to 6PB full backup.
Trilliant
Venture Round in 2010
Founded in 1985, Trilliant specializes in intelligent networks that facilitate the transition to smart grids. The company offers hardware, software, services, installation, program management, and meter revenue cycle solutions for utility companies. Its flexible options include AMI, demand response, grid management solutions, and full or hybrid outsource models. Trilliant serves over 100 utility customers worldwide.
AxioMed LLC is a medical device company based in Malden, Massachusetts, specializing in the design and development of disc replacement devices aimed at alleviating neck pain and restoring normal spinal function for patients suffering from degenerative disc disease. Founded in 2001, the company was previously known as AxioMed Spine Corporation and rebranded in November 2014. AxioMed has developed the Freedom® Lumbar Disc and is also working on a project for cervical disc replacement. The company emphasizes advancing the standard of care beyond traditional fusion techniques and first-generation artificial discs. Guided by CEO Patrick McBrayer and COO James Kuras, AxioMed boasts a team with significant expertise in spinal implants, complemented by a Medical Advisory Panel of surgeons from leading spine centers and universities. The company's facilities encompass product development, testing, clinical and regulatory affairs, and manufacturing.
Synosia Therapeutics
Series C in 2010
Synosia Therapeutics is a privately-owned company focused on developing and commercializing products aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in psychiatry and neurology. The company has a pipeline that includes six clinical-stage compounds, which have been acquired through strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical firms such as Novartis, Roche, and Syngenta. Among these compounds, two are already marketed drugs that are being evaluated for new therapeutic indications to expand their application in treating neurological and psychiatric conditions, including anxiety and Parkinson's disease. In addition to its drug development efforts, Synosia Therapeutics also offers clinical development programs and research services.
Clairmail
Series D in 2010
ClairMail is a prominent provider of mobile solutions specifically tailored for banking, payment, and card services. The company offers a comprehensive technology platform that empowers financial institutions to harness the potential of mobile banking, enhancing customer trust and loyalty while facilitating cross-selling opportunities. ClairMail enables institutions to engage their entire customer base through personalized content delivered via mobile applications, mobile web, text banking, and innovative two-way alerting capabilities, all integrated within a single solution. Additionally, the platform supports multi-channel enrollment options, ensuring high mobile adoption rates and maximizing return on investment, regardless of the mobile device, carrier, or back-end financial system used. Overall, ClairMail's services aim to enhance the customer experience while improving operational efficiency in the financial sector.
Retail Solutions
Series C in 2010
Retail Solutions Inc. specializes in cloud-based data transformation software tailored for consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers and retailers. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company, formerly known as The Tag Tracking Company, Inc., rebranded in December 2007. Retail Solutions provides a comprehensive suite of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions designed to enhance business intelligence, on-shelf availability, and demand signal management for its clients. Its offerings include analytics for shopper marketing, reporting tools, and support for omnichannel success. The platform is utilized by over 500 manufacturers and 225 retailers, including notable names in the grocery, drug, and mass retail sectors. Retail Solutions aims to maximize return on investment through actionable insights derived from consumer demand data, enabling clients to optimize product availability, pricing, and promotions while improving overall operational efficiency and consumer satisfaction. As of October 2020, Retail Solutions operates as a subsidiary of Information Resources, Inc.
BlueArc
Venture Round in 2010
BlueArc is a prominent provider of high-performance unified network storage systems tailored for enterprise and data-intensive markets, including sectors such as electronic discovery, entertainment, federal government, higher education, internet services, oil and gas, and life sciences. The company specializes in storage hardware that supports both network attached storage (NAS) and storage area network (SAN) services on a converged storage platform. BlueArc's offerings include SiliconFS, a file system engine designed to manage data movement, as well as a suite of software functionalities aimed at optimizing the performance of its storage solutions. Additionally, the company provides JetClone, a system software for virtual environments utilizing a VMDK file structure, and tiered storage solutions that facilitate the consolidation and deployment of various storage types within the same network-attached storage systems.
EPAC Technologies
Debt Financing in 2010
EPAC Technologies Inc. specializes in developing digital printing automation technology and logistics software solutions tailored for Fortune 100 technology and Internet companies. Founded in 1998 and based in San Leandro, California, the company offers a range of digital workflow solutions, including global document management, multilingual technical documentation printing, print-on-demand services, and fulfillment and distribution. By streamlining the management, production, and distribution of documents, EPAC Technologies enhances productivity and efficiency for its clients in the technology sector.
Trilliant
Series B in 2010
Founded in 1985, Trilliant specializes in intelligent networks that facilitate the transition to smart grids. The company offers hardware, software, services, installation, program management, and meter revenue cycle solutions for utility companies. Its flexible options include AMI, demand response, grid management solutions, and full or hybrid outsource models. Trilliant serves over 100 utility customers worldwide.
Agile Therapeutics
Series B in 2010
Agile Therapeutics, Inc. is a women's healthcare company based in Princeton, New Jersey, dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of prescription contraceptive products. The company's lead product is Twirla, a once-weekly transdermal contraceptive patch that combines levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol, designed to provide a non-daily option for contraception. Agile Therapeutics is also advancing a pipeline of additional products and extensions related to Twirla, including regimens aimed at offering women extended cycles, shorter and lighter periods, and a progestin-only patch for those who cannot or prefer not to use estrogen. Utilizing proprietary Skinfusion technology, the company aims to deliver effective contraceptive solutions that address the unmet health needs of women today. Founded in 1997, Agile Therapeutics continues to focus on innovating women's healthcare options.
TearScience
Series C in 2010
TearScience, Inc. is a medical device company based in Morrisville, North Carolina, specializing in the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of meibomian gland disease (MGD), a primary cause of dry eye affecting millions worldwide. Founded in 2005, TearScience has developed innovative devices to address evaporative dry eye, including the LipiFlow Activator, which delivers automated therapeutic energies to treat the meibomian glands, and the LipiScan, an imaging tool that allows eye care professionals to assess gland health. The company's integrated system enables effective management of MGD, which is often underestimated despite being a leading contributor to dry eye symptoms such as irritation, dryness, and visual disturbances. As a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, TearScience continues to advance its mission of improving patient outcomes through early detection and treatment of this chronic condition.
Rocket Lawyer
Series A in 2010
Established in 2006, Rocket Lawyer provides affordable online legal services for individuals, families, and businesses. Its platform enables users to create custom legal documents using automation technology, with access to discounted legal advice from licensed solicitors.
Healthline Media
Series C in 2010
Healthline Media is a leading global health information company. Established in 1999, it provides reliable health content through its flagship platforms Healthline.com and YourDoctor.com, reaching over 85 million people monthly. The company offers expert content alongside genuine care, supporting users towards better health outcomes. With offices across San Francisco, New York City, UK, Iceland, and Taiwan, Healthline Media is committed to expanding its reach and impact worldwide.
Aternity LLC is a company that specializes in digital experience management through its enterprise-class platform designed to enhance employee productivity and customer satisfaction. Founded in 2004 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Aternity offers AI-powered analytics and self-healing control, enabling organizations to identify the root causes of issues affecting revenue and customer experience. The platform provides comprehensive visibility into application performance across diverse environments, including physical, virtual, and mobile devices. Aternity serves a wide range of industries, including finance, insurance, legal, manufacturing, retail, technology, and transportation. Initially a division of Riverbed Technologies, Aternity became an independent entity in 2020, backed by Thoma Bravo, and continues to focus on optimizing business application performance while reducing IT operational costs.
Visible Technologies
Series C in 2010
Visible Technologies specializes in social media monitoring and analytics, offering a comprehensive suite of software and services aimed at extracting business value from social communities. Its flagship product, Visible Intelligence™, is a cutting-edge platform designed to enhance competitive and brand intelligence, improve marketing ROI, and provide deeper customer insights. With a focus on agility and scalability, the platform enables brands to engage with their communities rapidly. Headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in London and New York, Visible has established itself as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the industry. The company has built strong partnerships with notable clients, including Office Depot, Microsoft, and FedEx, and is supported by a leadership team with extensive experience in analytics, digital marketing, and technology. Through its innovative solutions, Visible Technologies empowers businesses to effectively manage their online brand presence and optimize their marketing strategies.
Intuity Medical
Series D in 2010
Intuity Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company specializing in blood glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company is known for its innovative POGO Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System. This system is the first FDA-cleared automatic, one-step blood glucose meter that integrates lancing, blood collection, and analysis into a single cartridge capable of performing ten tests. Intuity Medical aims to provide a convenient and discreet solution for patients who require regular blood glucose testing, enhancing their ability to manage their diabetes effectively. The company was previously known as Rosedale Medical, Inc. until it rebranded in June 2007.
ExaGrid specializes in Tiered Backup Storage solutions. Their unique architecture includes a disk-cache Landing Zone for fast backups and restores, and a Repository Tier for cost-effective long-term retention. ExaGrid's scale-out design ensures a fixed-length backup window as data grows, eliminating expensive upgrades. They offer seven appliance models, mixable up to 32 appliances, with the largest system capable of handling up to 6PB full backup.
ChinaCache
Series D in 2009
ChinaCache is a prominent Chinese provider of content delivery networks and cloud-based services, established in 1998. The company caters to a diverse range of clients, including small and large enterprises, luxury brands, e-commerce platforms, banking institutions, online gaming, and media organizations. With a robust infrastructure that includes over 400 service nodes in more than 120 major cities across China, ChinaCache offers a total network capacity exceeding 1000Gbps. The company maintains interconnections with all major telecommunications carriers and local internet service providers in Mainland China, enabling it to enhance online services and user experiences for its clients. All of ChinaCache's revenue is generated within the People's Republic of China, underscoring its focus on the domestic market.
Chelsio Communications
Series F in 2009
Chelsio Communications, Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in high-performance networking and storage solutions. Founded in 1997, the company develops hardware and software products designed to address the challenges faced by virtualized enterprise data centers, cloud services, and cluster computing environments. Chelsio's offerings include Unified Wire Ethernet network adapter cards, unified storage software, high-performance storage gateways, and unified management software, among others. The company also produces protocol engines and server adapters that facilitate the convergence of networking and storage over Ethernet. Its products are marketed through a network of distributors, integrators, and resellers in both the United States and international markets. Chelsio maintains a design center in Bengaluru, India, to support its innovative solutions.
Neuronetics
Series D in 2009
Neuronetics is a medical technology company that designs, develops, and markets non-invasive therapies for psychiatric disorders. Its flagship product, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System, uses transcranial magnetic stimulation to treat adult patients with major depressive disorder in office-based settings.
Projectplace International
Venture Round in 2009
Projectplace International specializes in developing collaborative tools that enhance project management and teamwork among individuals and organizations. The company offers a range of solutions, including a free ToDo tool and a comprehensive project management platform, designed to support users from small businesses to large enterprises. Projectplace's web-based collaboration tool allows for efficient project planning, execution, and delivery, facilitating interaction between geographically dispersed teams and across different organizations. By focusing on secure and scalable collaboration, Projectplace aims to improve overall efficiency and help users achieve their goals effectively.
Tobii, established in 2001, is a Swedish technology company specializing in eye-tracking solutions. It offers hardware and software products that enable the detection of eye orientation, facilitating applications such as eye-controlled interfaces, design testing, and medical diagnostics. Tobii supplies these solutions directly and also provides platforms and components to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for integration into their products. The company operates through three business units: Tobii Dynavox (assistive communication technology), Tobii Pro (behavioral research solutions), and Tobii Tech (eye-tracking components and platforms). With a global presence, Tobii generates a significant portion of its revenue from the United States.
Mpex Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2009
Mpex Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies to address the increasing challenge of antibiotic resistance, particularly in gram-negative bacteria. The company focuses on enhancing existing antibiotics by utilizing proprietary formulations, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic strategies, and novel potentiating agents to effectively inhibit the molecular mechanisms that contribute to resistance. One of its key products is MP-376, a proprietary formulation of levofloxacin designed as a maintenance therapy to prevent bacterial exacerbations in patients suffering from cystic fibrosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
SkyCross is a global company specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced antenna and radiofrequency technology systems. The company serves various market segments, including handsets, data cards, USB dongles, laptops, access points, and mobile personal entertainment devices. SkyCross's technology focuses on producing integrated modules and antennas based on patented technologies such as beam-forming, pattern diversity, and closed-loop tuning. These innovations aim to enhance the development of mobile and connectivity applications, improving communication across all wireless devices.
Venda is a London-based company that specializes in providing on-demand e-commerce solutions for online businesses. Founded in 1998, it offers a cloud-based platform that delivers comprehensive store management capabilities tailored for various sectors, including multi-channel retailers, branded manufacturers, franchisers, resellers, and non-profit organizations. Venda's services encompass business-to-business, business-to-consumer, and business-to-enterprise e-commerce functionalities, allowing organizations to manage their online presence effectively. The platform includes a suite for web, mobile, and social commerce, along with end-to-end fulfillment capabilities, which enables clients to create a seamless shopping experience across multiple channels.
Synosia Therapeutics
Series B in 2009
Synosia Therapeutics is a privately-owned company focused on developing and commercializing products aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in psychiatry and neurology. The company has a pipeline that includes six clinical-stage compounds, which have been acquired through strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical firms such as Novartis, Roche, and Syngenta. Among these compounds, two are already marketed drugs that are being evaluated for new therapeutic indications to expand their application in treating neurological and psychiatric conditions, including anxiety and Parkinson's disease. In addition to its drug development efforts, Synosia Therapeutics also offers clinical development programs and research services.
PocketMobile Communications
Venture Round in 2008
PocketMobile Communications specialises in providing a modern mobile platform tailored for businesses with vehicle fleets and mobile workers. This platform, approved by customers and industry partners, comprises several standard application modules that can be combined to meet each client's unique needs. It facilitates online mobility through features like work orders, digital forms, barcode scanning, and customer signatures.
Novariant
Series D in 2008
Novariant, Inc. is a provider of precision steering and positioning solutions based in Fremont, California. Established in 1994, the company specializes in technologies that offer high accuracy and reliability for applications in precision agriculture, construction, automotive, and sensor control industries. Its product offerings include global positioning systems, positioning sensors, intelligent sensor and control systems, steering hardware, and software data services. Notably, Novariant's technology encompasses 7D RTK, a GNSS positioning system that integrates multiple dimensions of information. In 2014, Novariant entered into an agreement to be acquired by AgJunction Inc., enhancing its capabilities in the precision GPS market. The company was previously known as IntegriNautics Corporation until it rebranded in August 2004.
Magnum Semiconductor
Series E in 2008
Magnum Semiconductor, Inc. is a provider of semiconductor products, specializing in chips, software, and platforms designed for consumer entertainment systems and professional broadcast infrastructure. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers solutions that facilitate the creation, distribution, and management of video and audio content. Its technology supports various applications, including professional video encoders, broadcast transcoders, and in-home media devices such as set-top boxes and DVD recorders. Magnum's products play a crucial role in the video content creation and distribution chain, spanning from contribution and production to delivery via cable, satellite, IPTV, and Over-the-Top streaming. The company maintains a global presence with sales and engineering offices in several countries, including Canada, China, India, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, along with development facilities in major Asian cities.
Biolex Therapeutics
Series D in 2008
Biolex Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic proteins and monoclonal antibodies using its patented LEX System. This innovative technology genetically transforms the aquatic plant Lemna to facilitate the production of biologic product candidates that are challenging to manufacture. Biolex's primary product is designed to address the needs of patients afflicted with Hepatitis C, aiming to improve treatment outcomes through enhanced efficacy and potency of its therapeutic offerings.
Tangoe is a telecommunications company offering software and services for managing fixed, mobile, and converged communications assets and costs. It serves Global 2000 organizations and government agencies, with offices in Orange (CT), Austin (TX), Hoboken (NJ), and Waltham (MA).
ChinaCache
Series C in 2008
ChinaCache is a prominent Chinese provider of content delivery networks and cloud-based services, established in 1998. The company caters to a diverse range of clients, including small and large enterprises, luxury brands, e-commerce platforms, banking institutions, online gaming, and media organizations. With a robust infrastructure that includes over 400 service nodes in more than 120 major cities across China, ChinaCache offers a total network capacity exceeding 1000Gbps. The company maintains interconnections with all major telecommunications carriers and local internet service providers in Mainland China, enabling it to enhance online services and user experiences for its clients. All of ChinaCache's revenue is generated within the People's Republic of China, underscoring its focus on the domestic market.
Heartscape Technologies
Venture Round in 2008
Heartscape Technologies, Inc. develops and markets medical devices for hospitals in the United States. The company offers PRIME ECG System, a cardiac diagnostic system designed to diagnose heart attacks and ischemia. Its PRIME ECG System displays a range of images that allows a physician to detect potential problem areas and explore important details needed for diagnosis; and various test reports.
ReCellular
Series A in 2008
ReCellular Inc. is a leading electronics sustainability firm with offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Brazil. The company specializes in the collection, reuse, and recycling of used mobile phones and personal electronics. By implementing sustainable practices, ReCellular generates financial returns for its partners, delivers quality products to its customers, supports charitable organizations, and contributes to environmental protection.
ContextWeb
Series D in 2008
ContextWeb is an advertising company founded in 2000 and based in New York, New York. It specializes in providing real-time contextual advertising solutions that help marketers and publishers attract larger audiences. By utilizing context to identify relevant keywords, ContextWeb enables advertisers to effectively match their ads with the appropriate content. The company's services also include tools for tracking audience engagement in real time, allowing clients to leverage valuable data points to enhance customer interaction and increase revenue. In 2011, ContextWeb was acquired by PulsePoint, expanding its capabilities in the digital advertising space.
Lindorff Group
Acquisition in 2008
Lindorff Group is a leading European provider of credit-driven services, specializing in information services, debt collection, invoicing, and the purchase of debt portfolios. Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, the company operates across 11 countries and employs approximately 3,000 people. Lindorff focuses on delivering comprehensive solutions for managing credit and financial risks, making it a preferred expert in its field. The company reported net revenue of €500 million in 2012 and is jointly owned by Altor and Investor AB. Through its diverse range of services, Lindorff supports businesses in optimizing their financial operations and improving cash flow.
EPAC Software
Venture Round in 2008
EPAC Software Technologies, based in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, with regional offices in Orlando, Florida, and Chicago, Illinois, specializes in developing asset management and maintenance software tailored for various sectors, including manufacturing, facilities management, government, energy, healthcare, hospitality, and service industries. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes implementation planning, installation support, functional setup, data conversions, system interfaces, end-user training, and contract programming. In addition to direct sales and support, EPAC Software distributes its technology solutions through a network of value-added resellers across North America.
Spiration
Series G in 2008
Spiration, Inc., also known as Olympus Respiratory America, is a medical device company based in Redmond, Washington. Founded in 1999, the company specializes in the development of innovative solutions for the treatment of lung diseases and air leaks. Its flagship product, the IBV valve system, is a minimally invasive device designed to redirect airflow from affected areas of the lung to healthier regions, addressing both acute and chronic conditions such as emphysema and prolonged air leaks. Operating as a subsidiary of Olympus America Inc. since 2010, Spiration focuses on enhancing respiratory health through advanced medical technology.
Cayenne Medical
Series C in 2008
Cayenne Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializing in soft tissue reconstruction solutions for the knee, shoulder, and extremities. Founded in 2005, the company designs and develops a range of products for arthroscopic surgery, including the AperFix System, which facilitates anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using various grafts. Its offerings also include the AperFix Femoral and Tibial devices for restoring knee kinematics and anatomical reconstruction. Additionally, Cayenne Medical provides the CrossFix II System for meniscal repair, the iFix Interference Screw System for ACL procedures, and a line of shoulder products under the Quattro System for various soft tissue repairs. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance surgical precision and improve patient outcomes in sports medicine.
Siperian is a provider of master data management solutions that help companies unify fragmented data about critical business entities, including customers, products, and organizations. The company's MDM Hub™ offers a flexible, integrated software platform designed to adapt to specific business requirements, facilitating effective management of master data and delivering a rapid return on investment for enterprises. Siperian's approach supports a variety of business processes, enhancing customer relationship management, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency for clients in diverse sectors such as financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. The company's solutions are supported by a network of partners, including systems integrators and technology providers. Siperian has established a strong reputation in the industry, with Fortune 500 clients like Pfizer and Deutsche Bank relying on its capabilities to address their master data management needs and support both analytical and transactional functions.
Chelsio Communications
Series E in 2008
Chelsio Communications, Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in high-performance networking and storage solutions. Founded in 1997, the company develops hardware and software products designed to address the challenges faced by virtualized enterprise data centers, cloud services, and cluster computing environments. Chelsio's offerings include Unified Wire Ethernet network adapter cards, unified storage software, high-performance storage gateways, and unified management software, among others. The company also produces protocol engines and server adapters that facilitate the convergence of networking and storage over Ethernet. Its products are marketed through a network of distributors, integrators, and resellers in both the United States and international markets. Chelsio maintains a design center in Bengaluru, India, to support its innovative solutions.
Magnum Semiconductor
Series D in 2007
Magnum Semiconductor, Inc. is a provider of semiconductor products, specializing in chips, software, and platforms designed for consumer entertainment systems and professional broadcast infrastructure. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers solutions that facilitate the creation, distribution, and management of video and audio content. Its technology supports various applications, including professional video encoders, broadcast transcoders, and in-home media devices such as set-top boxes and DVD recorders. Magnum's products play a crucial role in the video content creation and distribution chain, spanning from contribution and production to delivery via cable, satellite, IPTV, and Over-the-Top streaming. The company maintains a global presence with sales and engineering offices in several countries, including Canada, China, India, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, along with development facilities in major Asian cities.
Ruckus Wireless
Series E in 2007
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading provider of advanced wireless systems tailored for the expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse range of "Smart Wi-Fi" products designed for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers globally. Ruckus addresses critical Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges driven by the increasing traffic on wireless networks, largely due to the widespread use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. With a focus on innovation, Ruckus has developed patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, improve data rates, and minimize interference. This technology ensures the reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks, enabling seamless connectivity for users.
China Health Media
Series B in 2007
China Health Media, Ltd., founded in 2004 and based in Beijing, operates an extensive advertising network through audiovisual displays in Chinese healthcare facilities such as hospitals and medical clinics. The company specializes in providing medical and healthcare information via these displays. Additionally, China Health Media is involved in outdoor advertisement development and operation, as well as organizing government public activities and large-scale cultural and sports events. Recognized for its excellence, the company has been elected a first-class advertising enterprise by the China Advertising Association multiple times. It also holds membership with China's Health Care Association, leveraging this partnership to disseminate public health information effectively.
Ceregene is a private biotechnology company based in San Diego, specializing in treatments for major neurodegenerative disorders through the delivery of nervous system growth factors. The company's clinical programs include CERE-110, an AAV2-based vector designed to express nerve growth factor, which is set to enter Phase 2 trials for Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, Ceregene is advancing CERE-120, which has completed Phase 2 trials for Parkinson's disease and is currently under evaluation for further development. The company is also developing CERE-135 and CERE-140, both of which are in preclinical stages, targeting amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and various ocular diseases, respectively.
Aternity LLC is a company that specializes in digital experience management through its enterprise-class platform designed to enhance employee productivity and customer satisfaction. Founded in 2004 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Aternity offers AI-powered analytics and self-healing control, enabling organizations to identify the root causes of issues affecting revenue and customer experience. The platform provides comprehensive visibility into application performance across diverse environments, including physical, virtual, and mobile devices. Aternity serves a wide range of industries, including finance, insurance, legal, manufacturing, retail, technology, and transportation. Initially a division of Riverbed Technologies, Aternity became an independent entity in 2020, backed by Thoma Bravo, and continues to focus on optimizing business application performance while reducing IT operational costs.
Biolex Therapeutics
Series C in 2007
Biolex Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic proteins and monoclonal antibodies using its patented LEX System. This innovative technology genetically transforms the aquatic plant Lemna to facilitate the production of biologic product candidates that are challenging to manufacture. Biolex's primary product is designed to address the needs of patients afflicted with Hepatitis C, aiming to improve treatment outcomes through enhanced efficacy and potency of its therapeutic offerings.
ID Analytics
Series C in 2007
ID Analytics, Inc. is a provider of identity risk and fraud management solutions based in San Diego, California. Founded in 2002, the company specializes in offering a range of services that deliver on-demand identity intelligence across various customer interaction points, such as online platforms, call centers, and in-store engagements. Its key offerings include ID Score-Risk, which assesses identity risk, ID Score-Action, which generates an identity risk score, and ID Score-Revenue, which supports customer management decisions aimed at enhancing revenue and improving customer experiences. Additionally, ID Analytics provides solutions for regulatory compliance and data defense, addressing issues related to the organized misuse of personal information. The company serves a diverse array of industries, including communications, financial services, retail, insurance, e-commerce, and government sectors.
Magnum Semiconductor
Series C in 2007
Magnum Semiconductor, Inc. is a provider of semiconductor products, specializing in chips, software, and platforms designed for consumer entertainment systems and professional broadcast infrastructure. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company offers solutions that facilitate the creation, distribution, and management of video and audio content. Its technology supports various applications, including professional video encoders, broadcast transcoders, and in-home media devices such as set-top boxes and DVD recorders. Magnum's products play a crucial role in the video content creation and distribution chain, spanning from contribution and production to delivery via cable, satellite, IPTV, and Over-the-Top streaming. The company maintains a global presence with sales and engineering offices in several countries, including Canada, China, India, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, along with development facilities in major Asian cities.
ChinaCache
Series B in 2007
ChinaCache is a prominent Chinese provider of content delivery networks and cloud-based services, established in 1998. The company caters to a diverse range of clients, including small and large enterprises, luxury brands, e-commerce platforms, banking institutions, online gaming, and media organizations. With a robust infrastructure that includes over 400 service nodes in more than 120 major cities across China, ChinaCache offers a total network capacity exceeding 1000Gbps. The company maintains interconnections with all major telecommunications carriers and local internet service providers in Mainland China, enabling it to enhance online services and user experiences for its clients. All of ChinaCache's revenue is generated within the People's Republic of China, underscoring its focus on the domestic market.