Grotech Ventures

Grotech Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 1984, headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, with additional offices in Arlington, Virginia, and Denver, Colorado. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in high-growth technology companies, focusing on sectors such as social and digital media, e-commerce, mobile and cloud software, enterprise software, big data analytics, security technologies, and healthcare information technology. Grotech Ventures typically invests between $500,000 and $5 million initially, with a total target investment size of $5 million to $8 million, seeking to lead investments and acquire board seats in portfolio companies. The firm is committed to partnering with entrepreneurs who present innovative ideas and unconventional approaches, emphasizing collaboration and long-term support throughout the growth stages of their businesses. It specifically targets underserved venture markets across the United States, including regions like the Southeast and Rocky Mountain areas.

Charles P. Cullen

COO, CFO and General Partner

Chuck Cullen

General Partner, COO and CFO

Lawson DeVries

Managing General Partner

Steve Fredrick

General Partner

Sharon Gogol

Vice President, Controller

Meghan Pfeifer

Director, Finance

Julia Taxin

General Partner

188 past transactions

Incentivio

Series A in 2023
Incentivio is a developer of an intelligent guest engagement platform designed to enhance the restaurant experience in the digital age. The platform aims to help restaurants acquire new customers, increase visit frequency and spending, and foster customer loyalty. By leveraging technology, Incentivio enables restaurants to build meaningful relationships with their guests, ultimately driving digital revenue. Additionally, the platform helps reduce operational costs and generates incremental revenue, positioning restaurants to thrive in a competitive market.

Cloverly

Series A in 2023
Provide tools for businesses and organizations to achieve carbon neutrality by connecting online buyers to local, high-quality renewable energy through their Sustainability-as-a-Service platform. Clean-tech startup creating a sustainability-as-a-service platform to make carbon offsets accessible for everyday activities.

CrowdStreet

Venture Round in 2022
CrowdStreet, Inc. provides an online commercial real estate investing marketplace that connects accredited investors with institutional real estate investments. Its platform enables commercial real estate developers and operators to acquire, convert, and manage investors for their projects. The company also provides investment advisory services to privately managed accounts related to CrowdStreet Marketplace investment offerings. CrowdStreet, Inc. was founded in 2013 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

EcoMap

Seed Round in 2022
EcoMap is an entrepreneurial ecosystem platform that utilizes advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence to support entrepreneurs in locating essential resources for startups, small businesses, and nonprofits within their local communities. By centralizing information about organizations, funding opportunities, mentorship programs, and other relevant activities, EcoMap creates a comprehensive and continually updated resource portal. This enables entrepreneurs to efficiently navigate their local innovation ecosystems while empowering ecosystem builders to make informed, data-driven decisions for community development. Through its innovative approach, EcoMap strives to enhance the entrepreneurial landscape by ensuring that vital resources are easily accessible and effectively organized.

ShardSecure

Series A in 2022
ShardSecure, Inc. specializes in encryption and cloud data security solutions, focusing on protecting sensitive information during storage and sharing in cloud environments. The company's innovative Microshard technology fragments sensitive data into small pieces, which are then distributed across multiple cloud platforms alongside decoy shards, making it nearly impossible for hackers to reconstruct the original data. This approach not only enhances data protection but also helps mitigate risks associated with cloud misconfigurations. ShardSecure's solutions are designed to be application-agnostic and can be deployed as a virtual storage appliance. The company integrates with major cloud service providers, including AWS, Azure, Google, and IBM, providing clients with simplified and effective data security alternatives. Founded in 2019, ShardSecure is headquartered in New York, New York.

Sunstone Credit

Seed Round in 2022
Sunstone Credit is on a mission to democratize access to solar for small and medium sized businesses (SMBs). Sitting at the intersection of climate, finance and technology, Sunstone has built a best-in-class technology platform and partnered with leading financial institutions and a national network of solar developers to provide SMB borrowers access to simple, affordable and easy-to-understand solar loan products with flexible terms and a streamlined application process. When SMB customers go solar using Sunstone’s products, they save money and reduce their carbon footprint, driving a clean, green future for all. Learn more at sunstonecredit.com.

Apkudo

Venture Round in 2022
Apkudo, Inc. specializes in developing solutions for operators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to facilitate the launch and management of Android devices. Founded in 2010 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company offers a platform called Hive, which integrates internal systems and external partners into a secure environment for managing connected devices throughout the supply chain. Apkudo's technology leverages artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance diagnostics, automate processes, and facilitate real-time decision-making. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of data among stakeholders—including manufacturers, mobile network operators, and logistics providers—Apkudo aims to improve device quality, enhance user satisfaction, and promote efficiencies across the device lifecycle, from pre-launch to end-of-life. This comprehensive approach helps companies make data-driven decisions, reduce costs, and minimize electronic waste.

Yardstik

Series A in 2022
Yardstik is a software company founded in 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, specializing in screening and certification management systems. The company offers an API-first platform that enables businesses to integrate background and certification checks seamlessly into their operations. By providing these services behind the scenes, Yardstik helps clients foster healthy businesses, build trusting relationships, and contribute to safer communities.

Krista Software

Series A in 2022
Krista is a modern, Conversational Robotic Process Automation, RPA, platform designed to easily leverage existing IT assets in business workflows. Krista’s unique informal approach enables business process owners to quickly build new workflows without waiting in line for expensive IT or development resources. Creating automation in Krista is simple. It is just like describing a conversation between your people and your systems.

FactoryFix

Series A in 2022
FactoryFix is a platform based in Chicago, Illinois, that connects manufacturing companies with a network of qualified skilled workers, including engineers, machinists, and maintenance technicians. Founded in 2015, FactoryFix offers a managed marketplace that streamlines the hiring process for full-time and part-time positions, as well as contract and temporary roles. The platform not only provides access to vetted labor resources but also includes tools for generating job listings, vetting candidates, and offering salary insights. By facilitating connections between manufacturers and skilled labor, FactoryFix enhances the efficiency of workforce management in the manufacturing sector.

The Mom Project

Series C in 2021
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women with companies seeking to fill various roles across fields such as marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the platform serves a community of over 275,000 professionals and more than 2,000 companies, focusing on helping mothers stay active in the workforce. The Mom Project not only provides job opportunities tailored to the needs of working mothers but also offers companies insights into their workplace practices regarding women, along with recommendations to improve conditions for mothers and their employees. By facilitating connections and advocating for better workplace policies, The Mom Project aims to create a more supportive environment for women and redefine career trajectories that align with their personal goals.

Youreka Labs

Series A in 2021
Youreka Labs is a developer of Salesforce-native applications designed to simplify smart mobile forms and procedures for various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, energy, utilities, and the public sector. The company focuses on creating robotic smart mobile assistants that support frontline workers in performing their tasks safely and efficiently. By facilitating knowledge-sharing, offsite assistance, analysis, and feedback, Youreka Labs enables its clients to streamline operations and enhance overall productivity.

Payzer

Series D in 2021
Payzer is a financial technology company based in North Carolina that provides an all-in-one platform designed to assist contractors in managing and growing their businesses. Established in 2014, Payzer's mobile and cloud-based solution enables users to accept credit and debit card payments, as well as electronic checks, either in the field or from their home office, with real-time transaction tracking. The platform also offers instant financing options up to $55,000, allowing contractors to provide immediate credit approvals to customers. Additionally, Payzer facilitates better purchasing control by enabling businesses to issue Visa debit purchasing cards to employees.

ThreatX

Series B in 2021
ThreatX, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Louisville, Colorado, specializing in cloud-based security solutions. Founded in 2014, it offers a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed for web application and API protection. The company's flagship product, a web application firewall, leverages advanced application profiling, collective threat intelligence, and deep analytics to differentiate between legitimate user behavior and malicious attacks. This innovative approach provides enterprises with enhanced visibility and effective threat detection, reducing the false positives and maintenance issues often associated with traditional security solutions. In addition to its core offerings, ThreatX also provides managed security services and security consulting to help organizations navigate the complexities of the evolving threat landscape.

Petscreening

Series A in 2021
PetScreening, based in Cornelius, North Carolina, is a pet management platform that assists housing providers and property managers in screening household pets and validating reasonable accommodation requests for assistance animals. Founded in 2016, the company offers a secure system to store essential pet information, creating comprehensive pet profiles for lease files. Its services help property managers confirm that residents understand their pet policies while also adding a layer of third-party liability protection. By validating the status of assistance animals and calculating a FIDO score for each pet, PetScreening enables landlords to explore revenue opportunities related to pet ownership.

Tellius

Series A in 2021
Tellius, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Reston, Virginia, offers a business analytics platform designed to enhance data-driven decision-making for enterprises. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate data analysis, allowing users to quickly uncover hidden correlations, trends, and anomalies. By utilizing a search-enabled interface, it supports ad hoc exploration, enabling users from various professional backgrounds to ask questions about their business data and receive immediate, insightful visualizations. Unlike traditional business intelligence tools, Tellius is built on a distributed architecture, ensuring the scale and performance needed for handling large datasets. This capability allows clients to analyze extensive records rapidly, facilitating a more efficient approach to reporting and execution.

Rent Ready

Series A in 2021
Rent Ready is a specialized provider of comprehensive apartment services, offering a streamlined solution for preparing vacant units for new tenants. The company employs a proprietary online platform that connects apartment communities with skilled professionals, facilitating the coordination of essential services such as painting, cleaning, carpet cleaning, and refinishing. By serving as a single-source vendor, Rent Ready simplifies the process of managing move-outs and move-ins, allowing property managers to complete necessary preparations efficiently and on their own schedule. This approach not only enhances customer service but also eliminates the need for multiple vendors, thereby reducing frustration and improving the overall experience for apartment communities.

Webscale

Series C in 2021
Webscale Networks, Inc. offers an integrated web application delivery solution designed to enhance performance, security, and scalability for e-commerce and other web applications. The platform utilizes predictive analytics to monitor user traffic and dynamically allocate resources, allowing for proactive scaling of both the application layer and the application delivery controller (ADC) to meet demand without over-provisioning. This capability is complemented by features such as a web application firewall, load balancing, caching, and DNS management. Webscale’s technology supports multi-cloud environments and integrates seamlessly with leading cloud providers and content delivery networks. Additionally, the company provides specialized solutions like the Webscale E-commerce Cloud Platform and Cloud Bot Manager, focused on delivering high performance and security for online businesses. Founded in 2012 and based in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Boulder, Colorado, and Bengaluru, India, Webscale is recognized for its expertise in e-commerce platforms, particularly Magento, helping businesses improve revenue and customer engagement.

ChurnZero

Series B in 2021
ChurnZero, Inc. is a company that provides a SaaS platform designed specifically for subscription businesses to enhance customer retention and reduce churn. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, ChurnZero's software enables organizations to monitor customer engagement through real-time dashboards, allowing them to receive alerts on significant customer activities. The platform facilitates the analysis of customer usage patterns, assesses customer health, and determines the likelihood of renewals. By automating communications and personalizing customer interactions based on engagement metrics, ChurnZero empowers businesses to connect with customers when they are most receptive, ultimately improving the overall customer experience.

WireWheel

Series B in 2021
WireWheel, Inc. is a software company that specializes in data privacy management, offering a cloud-based platform designed to assist organizations in complying with various data protection regulations, such as the EU GDPR, Privacy Shield, PCI DSS, and HIPAA. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, WireWheel's platform provides tools for privacy program management and subject rights request management. By integrating machine learning and data science, the platform helps companies automate the mapping of their public cloud assets and manage third-party relationships. This capability enables organizations to effectively address their compliance obligations while maximizing the potential of their data assets, ultimately enhancing their competitive advantage in the market.

Apkudo

Series B in 2020
Apkudo, Inc. specializes in developing solutions for operators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to facilitate the launch and management of Android devices. Founded in 2010 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company offers a platform called Hive, which integrates internal systems and external partners into a secure environment for managing connected devices throughout the supply chain. Apkudo's technology leverages artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance diagnostics, automate processes, and facilitate real-time decision-making. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of data among stakeholders—including manufacturers, mobile network operators, and logistics providers—Apkudo aims to improve device quality, enhance user satisfaction, and promote efficiencies across the device lifecycle, from pre-launch to end-of-life. This comprehensive approach helps companies make data-driven decisions, reduce costs, and minimize electronic waste.
Perishable Shipping Solutions, Inc. specializes in e-commerce order fulfillment services tailored for food and beverage brands that require temperature-controlled handling. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Youngstown, Ohio, the company provides essential services such as receiving, frozen and cold storage, pick and pack operations, and shipping, all designed to ensure the safe delivery of perishable goods. Catering to both small and mid-market businesses, including restaurants and direct-to-consumer operations, Perishable Shipping Solutions emphasizes environmentally responsible packaging and offers dedicated customer support to enhance client satisfaction. With facilities on both coasts, the company is well-equipped to manage the unique challenges associated with shipping cold, frozen, and preservative-free foods.

The Mom Project

Series B in 2020
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women with companies seeking to fill various roles across fields such as marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the platform serves a community of over 275,000 professionals and more than 2,000 companies, focusing on helping mothers stay active in the workforce. The Mom Project not only provides job opportunities tailored to the needs of working mothers but also offers companies insights into their workplace practices regarding women, along with recommendations to improve conditions for mothers and their employees. By facilitating connections and advocating for better workplace policies, The Mom Project aims to create a more supportive environment for women and redefine career trajectories that align with their personal goals.

Urjanet

Series D in 2020
Urjanet, Inc. is a company that offers a cloud-based platform designed to streamline access to utility data. By connecting directly to utility providers, Urjanet acquires and normalizes utility bills and interval data, enabling organizations to automate data collection and enhance decision-making processes. Its offerings include a range of data-as-a-service solutions, such as automated access to utility bill data, granular measurements of energy consumption, and advanced metering infrastructure data. The platform also provides tools for users to submit utility credentials securely, as well as alerts for billing and consumption irregularities. Urjanet's data services support business intelligence, energy management, accounting, and procurement, helping organizations improve financial performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional office in Chennai, India, Urjanet aims to transform how organizations utilize utility data across various industries.

Cerebro Capital

Seed Round in 2020
Cerebro Capital, Inc. operates a web-based platform tailored for middle-market companies seeking to optimize their use of credit facilities for operations, growth, or acquisitions. Founded in 2017 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company aggregates data from over 80 lenders, facilitating a more efficient lending process for corporate borrowers, intermediaries, and private equity firms. Its online software provides valuable analytics to help match financing options with appropriate lenders and offers tools for interpreting complex financial data. By integrating credit metrics, Cerebro Capital enhances transparency in the borrowing process, allowing users to access important financial information, evaluate their credit standing, and identify new financing opportunities.

CrowdStreet

Series C in 2019
CrowdStreet, Inc. provides an online commercial real estate investing marketplace that connects accredited investors with institutional real estate investments. Its platform enables commercial real estate developers and operators to acquire, convert, and manage investors for their projects. The company also provides investment advisory services to privately managed accounts related to CrowdStreet Marketplace investment offerings. CrowdStreet, Inc. was founded in 2013 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Stardog

Series B in 2019
Stardog Union Inc. is a software company based in Arlington, Virginia, specializing in semantic technology. The company develops Stardog, a semantic graph database and enterprise data unification platform that features capabilities like query, search, inference, and data virtualization. Stardog Cloud, its cloud-native enterprise knowledge graph platform, enhances these offerings. The company's solutions cater to various industries, providing tools for compliance and audit in finance, customer information integration in retail, smart grid solutions in energy, and support for drug discovery and clinical trials in healthcare. Additionally, Stardog offers training services and different versions of its products to meet diverse user needs. Notable clients include Bosch, Ericsson, BNY Mellon, NASA, and the NIH, highlighting Stardog's role in facilitating digital transformations across multiple sectors. Founded in 2005 and previously known as Complexible Inc., Stardog has gained recognition for its innovative approach to data management.

Drum

Seed Round in 2019
Drum Technologies, Inc. operates a gig economy platform and mobile application designed to help users earn money by promoting various businesses. The Drum application facilitates a commission-based model where users, referred to as drummers, can share promotional offers created by businesses, sign up new businesses, and expand their network of fellow drummers. The platform allows consumers to discover these offers across multiple industries, including personal services, retail, food and drink, automotive, health and fitness, travel, business services, home services, and utilities. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Drum aims to create a streamlined sales force for businesses, allowing them to engage in sales efforts more efficiently than traditional advertising methods.

Tethr

Venture Round in 2019
Tethr provides an AI-driven communications intelligence platform that analyzes customer conversations to deliver actionable insights. By processing data from various customer interactions, including phone calls and chats, Tethr helps organizations understand the true Voice of the Customer. This platform is built on extensive customer experience research and enables businesses to gather and share valuable insights across their teams. The insights generated can enhance sales performance, boost customer loyalty, and improve compliance, ultimately leading to more informed business decisions and reduced operating costs.

XOi Technologies

Series C in 2019
XOi Technologies specializes in developing firmware and software solutions for wearable devices aimed at blue-collar industries, particularly in field service sectors such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing. The company offers a range of products, including the XOEye Vision Cloud, which serves as a mobile device management platform, and the XOEye Vision Runtime Environment, enabling interaction with wearable applications through various controls like touch, voice, and gestures. Additionally, XOi Technologies provides the XOEye Vision service for managing wearable devices and applications, along with XOne, a portable technology facilitating real-time video and audio instructions between suppliers and technicians. By leveraging advanced technologies such as natural language processing, machine learning, and computer vision, XOi Technologies enhances data capture, communication, and customer service transparency in the field service industry. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.

Backbone PLM

Series A in 2019
Backbone PLM, Inc. provides a comprehensive product lifecycle management solution tailored for consumer goods companies. Established in 2014 in Greeley, Colorado, the company develops a cloud-based platform designed to streamline product development and enhance collaboration among teams and suppliers. Backbone's offerings include a file management system, a tech pack editor for centralizing product data, and tools for managing design comments, bill of materials, and project file storage. By improving visibility and communication throughout the product development process, Backbone PLM aims to reduce errors, increase productivity, and accelerate time-to-market for consumer goods. Founded by industry veterans, the company focuses on delivering a user-friendly solution that empowers management teams to make informed strategic decisions.

Petscreening

Seed Round in 2019
PetScreening, based in Cornelius, North Carolina, is a pet management platform that assists housing providers and property managers in screening household pets and validating reasonable accommodation requests for assistance animals. Founded in 2016, the company offers a secure system to store essential pet information, creating comprehensive pet profiles for lease files. Its services help property managers confirm that residents understand their pet policies while also adding a layer of third-party liability protection. By validating the status of assistance animals and calculating a FIDO score for each pet, PetScreening enables landlords to explore revenue opportunities related to pet ownership.

Webscale

Series B in 2019
Webscale Networks, Inc. offers an integrated web application delivery solution designed to enhance performance, security, and scalability for e-commerce and other web applications. The platform utilizes predictive analytics to monitor user traffic and dynamically allocate resources, allowing for proactive scaling of both the application layer and the application delivery controller (ADC) to meet demand without over-provisioning. This capability is complemented by features such as a web application firewall, load balancing, caching, and DNS management. Webscale’s technology supports multi-cloud environments and integrates seamlessly with leading cloud providers and content delivery networks. Additionally, the company provides specialized solutions like the Webscale E-commerce Cloud Platform and Cloud Bot Manager, focused on delivering high performance and security for online businesses. Founded in 2012 and based in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Boulder, Colorado, and Bengaluru, India, Webscale is recognized for its expertise in e-commerce platforms, particularly Magento, helping businesses improve revenue and customer engagement.

ChurnZero

Series A in 2019
ChurnZero, Inc. is a company that provides a SaaS platform designed specifically for subscription businesses to enhance customer retention and reduce churn. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, ChurnZero's software enables organizations to monitor customer engagement through real-time dashboards, allowing them to receive alerts on significant customer activities. The platform facilitates the analysis of customer usage patterns, assesses customer health, and determines the likelihood of renewals. By automating communications and personalizing customer interactions based on engagement metrics, ChurnZero empowers businesses to connect with customers when they are most receptive, ultimately improving the overall customer experience.

Petscreening

Seed Round in 2019
PetScreening, based in Cornelius, North Carolina, is a pet management platform that assists housing providers and property managers in screening household pets and validating reasonable accommodation requests for assistance animals. Founded in 2016, the company offers a secure system to store essential pet information, creating comprehensive pet profiles for lease files. Its services help property managers confirm that residents understand their pet policies while also adding a layer of third-party liability protection. By validating the status of assistance animals and calculating a FIDO score for each pet, PetScreening enables landlords to explore revenue opportunities related to pet ownership.

RackTop

Series A in 2019
RackTop was founded by intelligence community veterans who have been solving the most complex data and security problems for over two decades. Today, RackTop develops innovative software products that are revolutionizing the data storage industry by combining high-performance network attached storage with advanced security to solve the most difficult compliance and cyber security challenges facing the modern enterprise. RackTop’s products are unified under a single platform, offering reduced complexity, improved security, and significant cost savings over traditional solutions.

Cloud Elements

Series C in 2019
Cloud Elements is a developer of an API integration platform used to integrate and manage digital products and applications. It features end-to-end functions such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, events, and notifications for tracking and troubleshooting that enables developers to integrate multiple apps into different CRM and marketing automation platforms in an easy manner. Cloud Elements was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Ceros

Series C in 2019
Ceros is a cloud-based platform that enables marketers and designers to develop rich, interactive content without the need for coding or traditional web development. The software functions as a design studio that facilitates real-time collaboration on digital projects, allowing users to create engaging content efficiently. Once completed, content can be published with ease, helping brands effectively share their stories and connect with their audiences.

Threater

Series A in 2019
Bandura Cyber, Inc. specializes in cybersecurity solutions, focusing on threat intelligence and protection for various sectors, including government, finance, healthcare, and education. Based in Lake St. Louis, Missouri, the company develops products like PoliWall TIG, an in-line IP filter that mitigates unnecessary internet traffic and prevents data breaches by employing precise IP allow/deny policies based on threat intelligence. Additionally, the BanduraONE Enterprise management console allows for centralized control of multiple PoliWall devices across different environments, including on-premise and cloud-based systems. With a commitment to providing real-time protection, Bandura's technology effectively blocks threats from millions of malicious IPs and domains, ensuring the security of networks, data, and users without latency. The company serves critical infrastructure needs for federal agencies and supports various industries, positioning itself as a significant player in the cybersecurity landscape.

The Mom Project

Series A in 2018
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women with companies seeking to fill various roles across fields such as marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the platform serves a community of over 275,000 professionals and more than 2,000 companies, focusing on helping mothers stay active in the workforce. The Mom Project not only provides job opportunities tailored to the needs of working mothers but also offers companies insights into their workplace practices regarding women, along with recommendations to improve conditions for mothers and their employees. By facilitating connections and advocating for better workplace policies, The Mom Project aims to create a more supportive environment for women and redefine career trajectories that align with their personal goals.

Payzer

Series C in 2018
Payzer is a financial technology company based in North Carolina that provides an all-in-one platform designed to assist contractors in managing and growing their businesses. Established in 2014, Payzer's mobile and cloud-based solution enables users to accept credit and debit card payments, as well as electronic checks, either in the field or from their home office, with real-time transaction tracking. The platform also offers instant financing options up to $55,000, allowing contractors to provide immediate credit approvals to customers. Additionally, Payzer facilitates better purchasing control by enabling businesses to issue Visa debit purchasing cards to employees.

Cloud Elements

Corporate Round in 2018
Cloud Elements is a developer of an API integration platform used to integrate and manage digital products and applications. It features end-to-end functions such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, events, and notifications for tracking and troubleshooting that enables developers to integrate multiple apps into different CRM and marketing automation platforms in an easy manner. Cloud Elements was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

ShipMonk

Series A in 2018
SHIPMONK, INC. provides order fulfillment solutions for ecommerce industries. The company offers a cloud based software solution for inventory, orders, shipping, and warehouse management. It also provides ecommerce fulfillment, retail fulfillment, subscription box fulfillment, crowdfunding fulfillment, seller fulfillment, and delivered duty paid solutions. The company serves startups and small and medium sized businesses. SHIPMONK, INC. was founded in 2014 and is based in San Bernardino, Florida with additional locations in Los Angeles, California and Pittston, Pennsylvania

WireWheel

Series A in 2018
WireWheel, Inc. is a software company that specializes in data privacy management, offering a cloud-based platform designed to assist organizations in complying with various data protection regulations, such as the EU GDPR, Privacy Shield, PCI DSS, and HIPAA. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, WireWheel's platform provides tools for privacy program management and subject rights request management. By integrating machine learning and data science, the platform helps companies automate the mapping of their public cloud assets and manage third-party relationships. This capability enables organizations to effectively address their compliance obligations while maximizing the potential of their data assets, ultimately enhancing their competitive advantage in the market.

Threater

Series A in 2018
Bandura Cyber, Inc. specializes in cybersecurity solutions, focusing on threat intelligence and protection for various sectors, including government, finance, healthcare, and education. Based in Lake St. Louis, Missouri, the company develops products like PoliWall TIG, an in-line IP filter that mitigates unnecessary internet traffic and prevents data breaches by employing precise IP allow/deny policies based on threat intelligence. Additionally, the BanduraONE Enterprise management console allows for centralized control of multiple PoliWall devices across different environments, including on-premise and cloud-based systems. With a commitment to providing real-time protection, Bandura's technology effectively blocks threats from millions of malicious IPs and domains, ensuring the security of networks, data, and users without latency. The company serves critical infrastructure needs for federal agencies and supports various industries, positioning itself as a significant player in the cybersecurity landscape.

Backbone PLM

Series A in 2018
Backbone PLM, Inc. provides a comprehensive product lifecycle management solution tailored for consumer goods companies. Established in 2014 in Greeley, Colorado, the company develops a cloud-based platform designed to streamline product development and enhance collaboration among teams and suppliers. Backbone's offerings include a file management system, a tech pack editor for centralizing product data, and tools for managing design comments, bill of materials, and project file storage. By improving visibility and communication throughout the product development process, Backbone PLM aims to reduce errors, increase productivity, and accelerate time-to-market for consumer goods. Founded by industry veterans, the company focuses on delivering a user-friendly solution that empowers management teams to make informed strategic decisions.

CrowdStreet

Series B in 2018
CrowdStreet, Inc. provides an online commercial real estate investing marketplace that connects accredited investors with institutional real estate investments. Its platform enables commercial real estate developers and operators to acquire, convert, and manage investors for their projects. The company also provides investment advisory services to privately managed accounts related to CrowdStreet Marketplace investment offerings. CrowdStreet, Inc. was founded in 2013 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Optoro

Series E in 2018
Optoro, Inc. operates a reverse logistics platform that specializes in asset recovery solutions for distressed inventory from retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. The company facilitates direct-to-consumer remarketing for items such as customer returns, overstock, discontinued products, and refurbished goods through various online channels. In addition to remarketing, Optoro offers a range of inventory management services, including warehousing, fulfillment, inspection, testing, research, marketing, and eco-friendly disposal of products. It also provides asset maximization services that encompass multi-channel remarketing, custom inventory controls, and reporting and analytics. Founded in 2004 and based in Washington, D.C., with a location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro serves customers both in the United States and internationally, aiming to enhance the returns experience while optimizing supply chain processes.

Payzer

Series B in 2018
Payzer is a financial technology company based in North Carolina that provides an all-in-one platform designed to assist contractors in managing and growing their businesses. Established in 2014, Payzer's mobile and cloud-based solution enables users to accept credit and debit card payments, as well as electronic checks, either in the field or from their home office, with real-time transaction tracking. The platform also offers instant financing options up to $55,000, allowing contractors to provide immediate credit approvals to customers. Additionally, Payzer facilitates better purchasing control by enabling businesses to issue Visa debit purchasing cards to employees.

Ceterus

Series B in 2018
Ceterus, Inc. is a technology company that focuses on providing web-based accounting and financial reporting solutions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, with an additional office in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Ceterus offers its proprietary cloud-based software, Ceterus Edge. This platform automates bookkeeping and financial reporting, delivering timely and accurate insights, peer benchmarks, and key performance metrics to various industries, including restaurants, fitness, wellness, retail, education, and beauty. Ceterus empowers entrepreneurs by enabling them to monitor their business health, compare financial performance with peers, and make informed decisions through real-time data and alerts.

ThreatX

Series A in 2018
ThreatX, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Louisville, Colorado, specializing in cloud-based security solutions. Founded in 2014, it offers a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed for web application and API protection. The company's flagship product, a web application firewall, leverages advanced application profiling, collective threat intelligence, and deep analytics to differentiate between legitimate user behavior and malicious attacks. This innovative approach provides enterprises with enhanced visibility and effective threat detection, reducing the false positives and maintenance issues often associated with traditional security solutions. In addition to its core offerings, ThreatX also provides managed security services and security consulting to help organizations navigate the complexities of the evolving threat landscape.

Voci

Series B in 2018
Voci Technologies specializes in developing advanced speech recognition servers that convert audio into text for enterprise applications, aiming to enhance customer insights and monitor performance metrics in call centers. Their flagship product, V-Blaze, caters to businesses of all sizes by providing accurate speech-to-text processing for analysis, as well as a voice-based biometrics solution. The company also offers training, support, and customization services to meet the specific needs of their clients. Voci Technologies serves a variety of industries, particularly those that are highly regulated, by ensuring compliance and safeguarding audio data. Additionally, they produce automatic speech-to-text voicemail outputs for telecommunications companies. Founded in 2008 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Voci Technologies became a subsidiary of Medallia, Inc. in 2020.

TaskEasy

Series C in 2017
TaskEasy, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service platform that connects property owners with contractors for various outdoor maintenance services, including lawn mowing, snow removal, and pool cleaning. Founded in 2011 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company simplifies the process of hiring contractors by facilitating communication, pricing, scheduling, payment, and dispute resolution. TaskEasy's platform is designed to make exterior maintenance as straightforward as online shopping, catering to homeowners, renters, property managers, and contractors across the United States. By establishing fair market prices and ensuring quality service, TaskEasy serves as a significant player in the home maintenance sector, enabling contractors to efficiently manage their businesses from digital devices while reducing traditional costs associated with advertising, bidding, and billing.

Stardog

Series A in 2017
Stardog Union Inc. is a software company based in Arlington, Virginia, specializing in semantic technology. The company develops Stardog, a semantic graph database and enterprise data unification platform that features capabilities like query, search, inference, and data virtualization. Stardog Cloud, its cloud-native enterprise knowledge graph platform, enhances these offerings. The company's solutions cater to various industries, providing tools for compliance and audit in finance, customer information integration in retail, smart grid solutions in energy, and support for drug discovery and clinical trials in healthcare. Additionally, Stardog offers training services and different versions of its products to meet diverse user needs. Notable clients include Bosch, Ericsson, BNY Mellon, NASA, and the NIH, highlighting Stardog's role in facilitating digital transformations across multiple sectors. Founded in 2005 and previously known as Complexible Inc., Stardog has gained recognition for its innovative approach to data management.

Tethr

Series A in 2017
Tethr provides an AI-driven communications intelligence platform that analyzes customer conversations to deliver actionable insights. By processing data from various customer interactions, including phone calls and chats, Tethr helps organizations understand the true Voice of the Customer. This platform is built on extensive customer experience research and enables businesses to gather and share valuable insights across their teams. The insights generated can enhance sales performance, boost customer loyalty, and improve compliance, ultimately leading to more informed business decisions and reduced operating costs.

DirectScale

Series B in 2017
DirectScale, Inc. is a software as a service (SaaS) provider that specializes in solutions for direct sales organizations, enabling them to effectively manage various corporate functions. Founded in 2013 and located in Lindon, Utah, DirectScale offers a customizable platform that facilitates sales and commission tracking, data analysis, downline management, messaging, training, and e-commerce management. The platform is designed to empower users by allowing them to configure and administer their software without relying on external development, which can be costly. Its intuitive interface supports both mobile and desktop use, enhancing communication among teams and providing tools to promote sales and drive business growth. DirectScale primarily targets larger direct sales companies, helping them scale their operations efficiently.

Airside

Series A in 2017
Airside Mobile, Inc. is a technology company based in Arlington, Virginia, that focuses on enhancing the travel experience through innovative digital identity products and mobile applications. Founded in 2009, the company offers a platform that allows users to download mobile boarding passes and check flight status, departure and arrival gates, and weather updates. One of its key applications, Airside Express, helps travelers navigate the airport by providing access to services such as express security queues and on-site dining options. Additionally, the award-winning Mobile Passport app, developed in collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other partners, streamlines the customs entry process for visitors arriving in the U.S. at nearly 30 major airports and cruise ports. Airside Mobile prioritizes data privacy and security while working with both private and public entities to create seamless travel experiences.

ChurnZero

Seed Round in 2017
ChurnZero, Inc. is a company that provides a SaaS platform designed specifically for subscription businesses to enhance customer retention and reduce churn. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, ChurnZero's software enables organizations to monitor customer engagement through real-time dashboards, allowing them to receive alerts on significant customer activities. The platform facilitates the analysis of customer usage patterns, assesses customer health, and determines the likelihood of renewals. By automating communications and personalizing customer interactions based on engagement metrics, ChurnZero empowers businesses to connect with customers when they are most receptive, ultimately improving the overall customer experience.

Adwerx

Series A in 2017
Adwerx, Inc. is a digital advertising company based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in localized services for the real estate, mortgage, insurance, and wealth management sectors. Founded in 2013, Adwerx has established itself as a valuable resource for over 25% of the top brokerage firms and more than 15% of the leading mortgage originators in the United States. The company offers personalized and omnichannel brand marketing solutions that allow clients to deliver customized advertisements across various platforms, including streaming TV, popular websites, social media, and mobile applications. Through its digital marketing automation, Adwerx enhances brand visibility, increases productivity by 35%, and reduces turnover by 42%. The company's reach extends across the United States, Canada, and Australia, providing innovative advertising solutions tailored to the needs of its clients.

Parse.ly

Series B in 2017
Parse.ly, Inc. specializes in providing digital audience engagement solutions for publishers and media companies worldwide. Established in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a range of content-based data products, including a content dashboard that delivers real-time and historical data, a content-based API for real-time traffic insights, and a data pipeline that collects and streams user and content data to data warehouses. By leveraging these tools, organizations can enhance their content strategies with data-driven insights, allowing them to effectively measure and demonstrate the value of their content.

UrbanStems

Series A in 2017
UrbanStems Inc. is an online gifting company that specializes in on-demand flower delivery services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., UrbanStems offers a variety of fresh flowers and seasonal stems for different occasions, as well as floral arrangements tailored for businesses. The company distinguishes itself with hand-crafted bouquets delivered promptly, often within minutes, and includes thoughtful touches such as personalized notes and care instructions. UrbanStems also provides flower arrangement classes and operates a mobile application for seamless ordering. Its services are available in major cities including New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., offering customers a convenient and affordable gifting experience with free shipping and delivery options.

Ceterus

Series A in 2017
Ceterus, Inc. is a technology company that focuses on providing web-based accounting and financial reporting solutions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, with an additional office in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Ceterus offers its proprietary cloud-based software, Ceterus Edge. This platform automates bookkeeping and financial reporting, delivering timely and accurate insights, peer benchmarks, and key performance metrics to various industries, including restaurants, fitness, wellness, retail, education, and beauty. Ceterus empowers entrepreneurs by enabling them to monitor their business health, compare financial performance with peers, and make informed decisions through real-time data and alerts.

Atavium

Series A in 2017
Atavium, Inc. is a data management company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a cloud-based platform that organizes, automates, manages, and stores unstructured data sets, whether located in a data center or in the cloud. The platform is designed to simplify the handling of large data volumes, enabling enterprises to efficiently store, share, and synchronize their data securely. Atavium's technology allows users to automate the lifecycle of their data from the point of creation, addressing the challenges posed by the growing complexity of unstructured data. The company operates as a subsidiary of Quantum Corporation and is backed by a team of experienced professionals with a history of delivering impactful products in the storage and networking sectors.

Urjanet

Series C in 2017
Urjanet, Inc. is a company that offers a cloud-based platform designed to streamline access to utility data. By connecting directly to utility providers, Urjanet acquires and normalizes utility bills and interval data, enabling organizations to automate data collection and enhance decision-making processes. Its offerings include a range of data-as-a-service solutions, such as automated access to utility bill data, granular measurements of energy consumption, and advanced metering infrastructure data. The platform also provides tools for users to submit utility credentials securely, as well as alerts for billing and consumption irregularities. Urjanet's data services support business intelligence, energy management, accounting, and procurement, helping organizations improve financial performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional office in Chennai, India, Urjanet aims to transform how organizations utilize utility data across various industries.

Yet Analytics

Seed Round in 2017
Yet Analytics, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2014. The company offers a comprehensive platform that enables large organizations to collect and analyze data from various sources, including web, mobile, wearables, Internet of Things devices, sensors, and virtual and augmented reality systems. This platform focuses on identifying trends and behavioral patterns among employees, allowing businesses to leverage this information to enhance operational outcomes. Additionally, Yet Analytics provides a modular suite of interoperable software products that support the entire xAPI learning technology ecosystem, covering everything from data input to storage and output, and thus delivering a complete solution for modern learning and training analytics.

Cloud Elements

Series B in 2017
Cloud Elements is a developer of an API integration platform used to integrate and manage digital products and applications. It features end-to-end functions such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, events, and notifications for tracking and troubleshooting that enables developers to integrate multiple apps into different CRM and marketing automation platforms in an easy manner. Cloud Elements was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Fluid Truck

Seed Round in 2016
Fluid Truck is a technology-driven B2B platform focused on truck sharing, aiming to transform the utilization of business vehicles in the United States. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, the company provides a mobile application that enables businesses to share and rent trucks, optimizing vehicle usage through fractional ownership. The application is accessible on both the App Store and Google Play, allowing business owners to efficiently manage their transportation needs by connecting with others in their community to rent vehicles when not in use.

Webscale

Series A in 2016
Webscale Networks, Inc. offers an integrated web application delivery solution designed to enhance performance, security, and scalability for e-commerce and other web applications. The platform utilizes predictive analytics to monitor user traffic and dynamically allocate resources, allowing for proactive scaling of both the application layer and the application delivery controller (ADC) to meet demand without over-provisioning. This capability is complemented by features such as a web application firewall, load balancing, caching, and DNS management. Webscale’s technology supports multi-cloud environments and integrates seamlessly with leading cloud providers and content delivery networks. Additionally, the company provides specialized solutions like the Webscale E-commerce Cloud Platform and Cloud Bot Manager, focused on delivering high performance and security for online businesses. Founded in 2012 and based in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Boulder, Colorado, and Bengaluru, India, Webscale is recognized for its expertise in e-commerce platforms, particularly Magento, helping businesses improve revenue and customer engagement.

Payzer

Series B in 2016
Payzer is a financial technology company based in North Carolina that provides an all-in-one platform designed to assist contractors in managing and growing their businesses. Established in 2014, Payzer's mobile and cloud-based solution enables users to accept credit and debit card payments, as well as electronic checks, either in the field or from their home office, with real-time transaction tracking. The platform also offers instant financing options up to $55,000, allowing contractors to provide immediate credit approvals to customers. Additionally, Payzer facilitates better purchasing control by enabling businesses to issue Visa debit purchasing cards to employees.

HUMAN

Series B in 2016
HUMAN is a cybersecurity company focused on safeguarding enterprises from bot attacks, thereby enhancing digital experiences for genuine users. The company employs its advanced Human Verification Engine to protect applications, APIs, and digital media from malicious bot activity, which can lead to significant financial losses and degrade user experience. HUMAN verifies over 10 trillion interactions weekly for major companies and internet platforms, ensuring that digital engagements are legitimate. Its solutions cover a range of sectors, including advertising, publishing, and enterprise, addressing various threats such as automated fraud, data scraping, and account takeovers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., London, and Victoria, HUMAN continues to innovate in the field of online security.

Promoboxx

Series A in 2016
Promoboxx is a software platform for brands to engage their independent retailers with brand-compliant digital marketing, driving better business outcomes by reaching the right consumers via the trusted channel of brands’ local retailers. With Promoboxx, channel managers and brand marketers can easily organize and engage their retailer networks; build, manage, and optionally fund organic and paid digital campaigns through their local retailers; then report and assess the business outcomes and KPIs. Over 85 leading brands including The North Face, New Balance, and Chevrolet have used Promoboxx to deliver more than 3 million campaigns across over 27,000 retailers.

Dizzion

Series A in 2016
Dizzion, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based end-user computing and virtual desktop solutions designed for remote workforces. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company offers a managed Desktops-as-a-Service platform that enables secure access to applications and data from any device, ensuring users maintain productivity similar to a traditional office setting. Dizzion's services include a comprehensive suite of features such as application streaming, secure file sharing, VoIP integration, and disaster recovery, all compliant with HIPAA and PCI standards. The company also supplies the necessary infrastructure and hardware, including security servers and load balancers, alongside installation and managed support services. Its offerings cater to various industries, including healthcare, financial services, legal, education, and insurance, supporting organizations in adapting to the evolving demands of the global workforce.

Ceros

Series B in 2016
Ceros is a cloud-based platform that enables marketers and designers to develop rich, interactive content without the need for coding or traditional web development. The software functions as a design studio that facilitates real-time collaboration on digital projects, allowing users to create engaging content efficiently. Once completed, content can be published with ease, helping brands effectively share their stories and connect with their audiences.

RedPoint Global

Series C in 2016
RedPoint Global Inc. is a software company that specializes in customer engagement and data management solutions for business-to-consumer industries. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Wellesley, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Boulder, London, Makati City, and Melbourne, the company offers a suite of tools designed to enhance personalized customer interactions. Its flagship product, the Customer Engagement Hub, provides a unified view of customers, enabling organizations to execute marketing campaigns with real-time analytics and intelligent orchestration. RedPoint Global also features a Customer Data Platform that ensures data quality and identity resolution, as well as sector-specific solutions like the RedPoint Accelerator for Retail Banking, which helps financial marketers develop personalized omnichannel programs. The company's technology serves various sectors including retail, healthcare, financial services, and telecommunications, aiming to optimize customer value and improve overall operational efficiency.

Healthcare Interactive

Series A in 2016
Healthcare Interactive, Inc. specializes in health planning solutions with a focus on enhancing the administration and delivery of healthcare. The company's flagship product, Healthspace, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates the management of benefits plans by integrating data, managing risk, and engaging members. Healthcare Interactive offers a range of services including automated benefit plan management, workplace well-being solutions such as health risk assessments and clinical coaching, incentive management, direct contract primary care, and compliance solutions for ACA reporting. Founded in 2006 and based in Glenwood, Maryland, Healthcare Interactive operates as a subsidiary of WellNet Healthcare Administrators, Inc. The company's mission is to empower client-partners to utilize data effectively, identify health risk and cost drivers, and develop targeted programs to improve health outcomes within their communities.

Passport

Series B in 2016
Passport is a cloud tech startup that delivers intelligent data to its customers. Passport transforms mobility management with a single platform to help create an open parking ecosystem. The company's goal is to help cities bring payments into apps users already have on hand while providing management and reporting tools, creating an easy-to-manage and efficient mobility operation for the future. Passport is backed by a group of investors, including Bain Capital Ventures, Grotech Ventures, MK Capital, and Relevance Capital. It was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

TaskEasy

Series B in 2016
TaskEasy, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service platform that connects property owners with contractors for various outdoor maintenance services, including lawn mowing, snow removal, and pool cleaning. Founded in 2011 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company simplifies the process of hiring contractors by facilitating communication, pricing, scheduling, payment, and dispute resolution. TaskEasy's platform is designed to make exterior maintenance as straightforward as online shopping, catering to homeowners, renters, property managers, and contractors across the United States. By establishing fair market prices and ensuring quality service, TaskEasy serves as a significant player in the home maintenance sector, enabling contractors to efficiently manage their businesses from digital devices while reducing traditional costs associated with advertising, bidding, and billing.

UrbanBound

Series B in 2016
UrbanBound, LLC specializes in relocation management software that assists employers and employees in managing and tracking all facets of job-related relocations. The platform facilitates a seamless experience by enabling employees to review and utilize their relocation benefits while providing companies with tools to attract candidates by showcasing their organizational strengths and culture. UrbanBound also offers specific solutions for managing intern relocations, which include financial disbursements and housing arrangements. Additionally, the software provides comprehensive reporting capabilities that enhance transparency regarding relocation expenditures and streamline tax processes. Founded in 2011 and based in Chicago, Illinois, UrbanBound serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies and emerging startups, by delivering a tech-driven approach that improves the relocation experience and reduces overall program costs.

TapInfluence

Series B in 2016
TapInfluence, Inc. is a marketing software company that automates the creation, management, and measurement of influencer content marketing programs. Founded in 2009, it offers a cloud-based platform that allows enterprise marketers to scale content creation and distribute it effectively to consumers. The TapInfluence Marketplace connects brands with influential content creators, enabling collaboration to produce engaging content that resonates with target audiences. The platform supports various social media channels, including blogs, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, facilitating campaigns that enhance brand visibility and drive consumer action. TapInfluence serves a diverse clientele, including notable brands and marketing agencies, and is committed to delivering measurable results and optimal engagement through its technology-driven solutions. With headquarters in Winter Park, Florida, and an additional office in New York, the company emphasizes a culture of innovation and strives to connect consumers, influencers, and brands meaningfully.

ParkiFi

Series A in 2016
ParkiFi, Inc. designs and offers IoT-enabled parking sensors. The company also provides platform solutions to manage and show open spots in parking spaces. It offers solutions for parking garages, surface lots, and municipal parking. It serves private parking operators and owners, property managers and REITs, and city parking services departments and urban planners. ParkiFi, Inc. was formerly known as Krumly LLC. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Denver, Colorado. As of February 1, 2018, ParkiFi, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of DISH Network Corporation.

CommercialTribe

Series B in 2015
CommercialTribe, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in sales team assessment and behavioral-based observational learning. Founded in 2013 and based in Denver, Colorado, the company offers a software-as-a-service platform called CT Connect. This platform provides various tools for sales management, including coaching, video training, and sales framework alignment. It enables sales leaders to assess workflow and performance, offering analytics and reporting services to enhance team productivity. Additionally, CommercialTribe's CT Coach feature allows sales managers to diagnose team needs and deliver timely feedback, fostering stronger relationships and supporting the development of sales skills in a complex selling environment. This data-driven approach helps sales leaders understand their operational cadence and improve overall efficiency in their teams.

ThreatConnect

Series B in 2015
ThreatConnect® arms organizations with a powerful defense against cyber threats and the confidence to make strategic business decisions. Built on the industry’s only intelligence-driven, extensible security platform, ThreatConnect provides a suite of products designed to meet the threat intelligence aggregation, analysis and automation needs of security teams at any maturity level. More than 1,600 companies and agencies worldwide deploy the ThreatConnect platform to fully integrate their security technologies, teams, & processes with relevant threat intelligence resulting in reduced detection to response time and enhanced asset protection.

Contactually

Series A in 2015
Contactually converts your contacts to relationships, all through email. The system identifies when you email a new lead, shows what you already know about him, and asks a few specific questions to learn more: how did you meet, how important is he, what are the next steps. The system then parses your response and automatically pushes all rich data to your CRM.

MyAlerts

Series A in 2015
MyAlerts (formerly TrackIf) is a Customer Engagement Platform that allows site users to subscribe to personal alerts on nearly any page of their website based on changes or trigger events that they want. This provides customer-driven marketing that performs 5x to 10x better than mass marketing online. They work with some of the top retailers, travel, classifieds, and news sites to help drive their users back 5x to 10x more by letting them self-personalize the updates they want on their sites, such as price alerts, new item alerts, product availability alerts, review alerts, customer support alerts, and more. Instead of investing millions into personalization technology, MyAlerts is a cloud-based solution that let's sites turn on user-personalized alerting nearly instantly with dramatic results. Similar to how DVR's changed TV viewing by allowing users to "tune in" to what they want, when they want, MyAlerts allows your users to do the same thing which drives 100% relevant updates to them which will increase repeat visits and give you visibility to your users demand and future purchase intent.

Healthcare Interactive

Series A in 2015
Healthcare Interactive, Inc. specializes in health planning solutions with a focus on enhancing the administration and delivery of healthcare. The company's flagship product, Healthspace, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates the management of benefits plans by integrating data, managing risk, and engaging members. Healthcare Interactive offers a range of services including automated benefit plan management, workplace well-being solutions such as health risk assessments and clinical coaching, incentive management, direct contract primary care, and compliance solutions for ACA reporting. Founded in 2006 and based in Glenwood, Maryland, Healthcare Interactive operates as a subsidiary of WellNet Healthcare Administrators, Inc. The company's mission is to empower client-partners to utilize data effectively, identify health risk and cost drivers, and develop targeted programs to improve health outcomes within their communities.

CircleBack

Series C in 2015
Founded outside of Washington DC, CircleBack, Inc. is a technology company dedicated to solving a major productivity problem: keeping contact data accurate. Using a patented data engine, CircleBack lets you know when connections change jobs, companies, email addresses, and work numbers, delivering these updates directly to mobile address books and CRMs. This makes it easier than ever for both professionals and businesses to keep connections alive and get stuff done faster and with more accuracy.

Webscale

Funding Round in 2015
Webscale Networks, Inc. offers an integrated web application delivery solution designed to enhance performance, security, and scalability for e-commerce and other web applications. The platform utilizes predictive analytics to monitor user traffic and dynamically allocate resources, allowing for proactive scaling of both the application layer and the application delivery controller (ADC) to meet demand without over-provisioning. This capability is complemented by features such as a web application firewall, load balancing, caching, and DNS management. Webscale’s technology supports multi-cloud environments and integrates seamlessly with leading cloud providers and content delivery networks. Additionally, the company provides specialized solutions like the Webscale E-commerce Cloud Platform and Cloud Bot Manager, focused on delivering high performance and security for online businesses. Founded in 2012 and based in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Boulder, Colorado, and Bengaluru, India, Webscale is recognized for its expertise in e-commerce platforms, particularly Magento, helping businesses improve revenue and customer engagement.

Payzer

Series A in 2015
Payzer is a financial technology company based in North Carolina that provides an all-in-one platform designed to assist contractors in managing and growing their businesses. Established in 2014, Payzer's mobile and cloud-based solution enables users to accept credit and debit card payments, as well as electronic checks, either in the field or from their home office, with real-time transaction tracking. The platform also offers instant financing options up to $55,000, allowing contractors to provide immediate credit approvals to customers. Additionally, Payzer facilitates better purchasing control by enabling businesses to issue Visa debit purchasing cards to employees.

Dizzion

Series A in 2015
Dizzion, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based end-user computing and virtual desktop solutions designed for remote workforces. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company offers a managed Desktops-as-a-Service platform that enables secure access to applications and data from any device, ensuring users maintain productivity similar to a traditional office setting. Dizzion's services include a comprehensive suite of features such as application streaming, secure file sharing, VoIP integration, and disaster recovery, all compliant with HIPAA and PCI standards. The company also supplies the necessary infrastructure and hardware, including security servers and load balancers, alongside installation and managed support services. Its offerings cater to various industries, including healthcare, financial services, legal, education, and insurance, supporting organizations in adapting to the evolving demands of the global workforce.

DB CyberTech

Series B in 2014
DB CyberTech specializes in predictive database data loss prevention products that leverage advanced technologies such as machine learning and behavioral analysis. The company’s solutions enable non-intrusive monitoring of database infrastructures, allowing organizations to identify insider threats and database attacks effectively. Its technology continuously discovers all databases, analyzes user interactions, and maps application behaviors to detect anomalies. DB CyberTech serves a diverse clientele, including major financial institutions, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and government entities. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company was previously known as DB Networks, Inc. before rebranding in May 2018. Through its innovative approach, DB CyberTech enhances situational awareness of IT environments, making it easier for organizations to safeguard sensitive information and comply with security policies.

Optoro

Series C in 2014
Optoro, Inc. operates a reverse logistics platform that specializes in asset recovery solutions for distressed inventory from retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. The company facilitates direct-to-consumer remarketing for items such as customer returns, overstock, discontinued products, and refurbished goods through various online channels. In addition to remarketing, Optoro offers a range of inventory management services, including warehousing, fulfillment, inspection, testing, research, marketing, and eco-friendly disposal of products. It also provides asset maximization services that encompass multi-channel remarketing, custom inventory controls, and reporting and analytics. Founded in 2004 and based in Washington, D.C., with a location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro serves customers both in the United States and internationally, aiming to enhance the returns experience while optimizing supply chain processes.

Zonoff

Series B in 2014
Zonoff offers a comprehensive software platform designed to facilitate the delivery of connected home products to the mass market. The company provides a white-label home automation solution that serves various sectors, including retail, home construction, and telecommunications. Its platform, known as Intuitive Home, enables service providers, integrators, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to offer home automation, remote control, energy management, and safety monitoring services. By leveraging this technology, channel partners can enhance consumer education and merchandising efforts, ultimately fostering ongoing revenue streams as consumers upgrade and expand their home systems.

ThreatConnect

Series A in 2014
ThreatConnect® arms organizations with a powerful defense against cyber threats and the confidence to make strategic business decisions. Built on the industry’s only intelligence-driven, extensible security platform, ThreatConnect provides a suite of products designed to meet the threat intelligence aggregation, analysis and automation needs of security teams at any maturity level. More than 1,600 companies and agencies worldwide deploy the ThreatConnect platform to fully integrate their security technologies, teams, & processes with relevant threat intelligence resulting in reduced detection to response time and enhanced asset protection.

TaskEasy

Series A in 2014
TaskEasy, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service platform that connects property owners with contractors for various outdoor maintenance services, including lawn mowing, snow removal, and pool cleaning. Founded in 2011 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company simplifies the process of hiring contractors by facilitating communication, pricing, scheduling, payment, and dispute resolution. TaskEasy's platform is designed to make exterior maintenance as straightforward as online shopping, catering to homeowners, renters, property managers, and contractors across the United States. By establishing fair market prices and ensuring quality service, TaskEasy serves as a significant player in the home maintenance sector, enabling contractors to efficiently manage their businesses from digital devices while reducing traditional costs associated with advertising, bidding, and billing.

AnyPresence

Series B in 2014
AnyPresence is an enterprise platform for the app economy that dramatically reduces the time and cost of mobile-enabling enterprise business processes, products, and services. It is the only solution that offers organizations the ability to assemble and deploy backend servers, native iOS, native Android, and HTML5 mobile apps with 100% native, portable source code. The patent-pending AnyPresence platform also includes the ability to generate sample mobile apps from within API management portals, increasing adoption, and accelerating time-to-market for apps that incorporate a company's data or services. The platform is easy to use, yet flexible enough to enable source code-level customization or on-premise hosting options.

WiserTogether

Series B in 2014
WiserTogether’s personalized healthcare treatment comparison software enables consumers to choose the right treatment – most effective in the outcome, most personally suitable, and most cost-effective and affordable. The result is improved health and improved costs for consumers, their employers, payers, and providers. The company serves over 3 million people through their employers and health plans. It was founded in 2008 and is based in Washington, District of Columbia.

RedPoint Global

Venture Round in 2014
RedPoint Global Inc. is a software company that specializes in customer engagement and data management solutions for business-to-consumer industries. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Wellesley, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Boulder, London, Makati City, and Melbourne, the company offers a suite of tools designed to enhance personalized customer interactions. Its flagship product, the Customer Engagement Hub, provides a unified view of customers, enabling organizations to execute marketing campaigns with real-time analytics and intelligent orchestration. RedPoint Global also features a Customer Data Platform that ensures data quality and identity resolution, as well as sector-specific solutions like the RedPoint Accelerator for Retail Banking, which helps financial marketers develop personalized omnichannel programs. The company's technology serves various sectors including retail, healthcare, financial services, and telecommunications, aiming to optimize customer value and improve overall operational efficiency.

HUMAN

Series A in 2014
HUMAN is a cybersecurity company focused on safeguarding enterprises from bot attacks, thereby enhancing digital experiences for genuine users. The company employs its advanced Human Verification Engine to protect applications, APIs, and digital media from malicious bot activity, which can lead to significant financial losses and degrade user experience. HUMAN verifies over 10 trillion interactions weekly for major companies and internet platforms, ensuring that digital engagements are legitimate. Its solutions cover a range of sectors, including advertising, publishing, and enterprise, addressing various threats such as automated fraud, data scraping, and account takeovers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., London, and Victoria, HUMAN continues to innovate in the field of online security.
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