Equalum Ltd. is a company that specializes in real-time data ingestion and processing, primarily targeting enterprises dealing with Big Data. Founded in June 2015 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Equalum has developed a unique Data Beaming platform that enables the instantaneous transfer of operational data from diverse sources, such as message queues, sensors, files, applications, and databases, to various analytics environments and cloud services. The platform is designed for scalability and user-friendliness, leveraging the capabilities of Spark within an enterprise-grade framework. This innovation helps organizations enhance their data processing efficiency, surpassing traditional ETL methods and open-source solutions.
Xage Security is an information technology company that offers blockchain-protected security platform for Industrial IoT.
Minerva Networks is a provider of carrier-grade IPTV service management software. Minerva offers an open platform and a set of applications that allows telcos to deliver TV services over their managed IP network.
Direct Flow Medical is a medical device company developing a percutaneous aortic tissue valve prosthesis to provide patients requiring treatment of cardiac valve insufficiency with a safe and effective percutaneous option. Approximately 1.2 million people over the age of 65 have calcified aortic valves, yet only an estimated 150,000 are surgically treated each year.
Actelis Networks is the leading provider of high performance, scalable broadband over copper solutions to Telco, Mobile, and IoT networks. Actelis turns copper into a strategic asset that enables delivering reliable, high-speed Ethernet services and broadband access to more places and devices more quickly, easily, and cost-effectively than can be done by using fiber optics or microwave.
The company was founded in 1998 and headquartered in Fremont, California.
InnFocus is a biomaterials company, develops and provides products in ophthalmology. The company's product portfolio includes an intraocular lens for microincision surgery and an implantable device for glaucoma. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is based in Miami, Florida.
eBags is an online retailer specializing in a wide range of bags and accessories tailored for various lifestyles, including travel, business, fitness, and recreation. Founded in 1999 and based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, the company features an extensive selection of products from well-known brands such as Samsonite, JanSport, and The North Face. Their offerings include luggage, travel accessories, handbags, fashion items, and backpacks designed for different demographics, including men, women, and children. eBags is committed to customer satisfaction, providing superior service and real-time order tracking to enhance the shopping experience. With a focus on competitive pricing and product variety, eBags serves as a comprehensive destination for consumers seeking quality bags and travel-related products.
OraMetrix, Inc. provides 3-D technology solutions for facilitating and improving the quality of orthodontic care. It offers an orthodontic treatment system that allows the use of precision digital tools throughout the diagnosis, treatment planning and monitoring, and arch wire customization processes of the orthodontic treatment. OraMetrix, Inc. was formerly known as Orthotel, Inc. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Richardson, Texas with an additional office in Berlin, Germany.
Kona Medical, Inc. specializes in developing a non-invasive ultrasound-based therapy system aimed at treating hypertension and related disorders. The company's flagship product, Surround Sound, employs ultrasound imaging to precisely deliver focused ultrasound energy for renal denervation, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional methods for managing drug-resistant hypertension. Founded in 2009 by Dr. Michael Gertner, the company emerged from the integration of his innovations with the assets of Therus Corporation, a predecessor in therapeutic focused ultrasound. Based in Issaquah, Washington, Kona Medical is dedicated to addressing the health risks associated with high blood pressure through advanced technology.
Cianna Medical, Inc., a women’s health company, develops medical technologies for treating breast cancer. The company offers SAVI SCOUT, a wire-free radar localization solution for breast tumor localization; and SAVI Brachy, a solution to deliver a highly-precise dose of radiation only to the tissue where the cancer is likely to reoccur. It also offers BrachyBytes, an e-newsletter that features interviews with experts in breast brachytherapy. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Aliso Viejo, California. As of November 13, 2018, Cianna Medical, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
VisionSense Corp. designs and develops advanced 3D-HD visualization systems specifically for minimally invasive surgeries. Its flagship products include the Visionsense VSiii system, which utilizes a stereoscopic camera for various surgical applications such as neurosurgery, ENT procedures, arthroscopy, and laparoscopy. Additionally, the Visionsense Iridium system provides inter-operative infrared fluorescence visualization to enhance surgical precision. The company's innovative technology offers depth perception and high-resolution imaging, allowing surgeons to navigate complex procedures with greater confidence and control. VisionSense serves medical centers globally, focusing on areas including neurosurgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and tumor margin visualization. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, VisionSense operates additional offices in New York and Petah-Tikva, Israel, and functions as a subsidiary of Medtronic plc.
Acsis, Inc. provides track and trace solutions for supply chain safety and security. The company offers process-automation platforms, pre-built processes and workflows, appliances, automated SAP integration, and serialization solutions, which automates data collection, streamlines manufacturing and distribution processes, and provides real-time access to supply chain information. Acsis is the leader in real-time track and traceability software that enables effective recall management, anti-diversion, and anti-counterfeiting measures for the CPG, Life Sciences and Chemical industries. By using Acsis ProducTrak software, organizations can track and trace products through its entire lifecycle - from the raw materials to finished goods. But true product visibility doesn't stop there. Tracking products in real-time at the item level through packaging, rework, repacking, adding to case and pallets, moving through the distribution channel, and finally to end user - such as a hospital or retail store - is what Acsis is known for. This type of visibility provides the data needed to pinpoint products for recall returns or highlights suspect areas in the distribution network where diversion or shrink is suspected. The company was founded in 1996 and is based in Marlton, New Jersey.
Gilt Groupe retails luxury goods online in the United States. It provides its members access to a range of merchandise that includes fashion for women, men, and children; home decor and unique activities in select cities and destinations. Gilt Groupe offers clothing, shoes, and accessories for men; and clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, jewelry and watches, health and beauty products, and maternity wear for women. It also provides gear and equipment, feeding products, toys, games and books, furniture and decor, bedding and bath products, and maternity wear as well as clothing, shoes, and accessories for babies and kids. Moreover, Gilt Groupe offers furniture, bedding and bath products, rugs, lighting, decor and accessories, kitchen and dining products, luggage, gear and gadgets, pet accessories, and candles and holders for home. Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, Alexis Maybank, Dwight Merriman, Jason Binn, Kevin Ryan, and Michael Bryzek founded First Look in 2007 that later became Gilt Groupe. Gilt Groupe has its headquarters in New York City. It operates as a subsidiary of Hudson's Bay Company as of February 1, 2016.
OrSense Ltd. is a medical device company based in Petah-Tikva, Israel, specializing in non-invasive monitoring technologies for blood parameter measurement. Founded in 1996, the company develops solutions that enable continuous monitoring of hemoglobin, oxygen saturation, and pulse rate, utilizing its proprietary Occlusion Spectroscopy technology. The flagship product, the NBM 200MP system, allows for non-invasive measurement of multiple blood parameters, including hemoglobin, hematocrit, and low perfusion oximetry, making it suitable for use in hospitals, outpatient settings, and emergency services. OrSense's products have received CE approval and have been validated through testing on over 4,000 patients across various clinical environments in the U.S. and Europe. Their innovative approach addresses challenges such as poor peripheral perfusion and motion-induced noise, providing reliable and accurate monitoring solutions for healthcare providers.
Headquartered in San Diego, California, MedVantx is an innovative consumer medication management and delivery company committed to reducing costs and providing information to benefit patients, healthcare providers, payors, employers and manufacturers. Their state-of-the-art mail order pharmacy, operating in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is licensed in all 50 states and serves as a full line mail order prescription drug and information provider to consumers. Their 35,000 square foot facility recently underwent major upgrades and now meets over 200 cGMP-level quality standards and can properly handle all pharmaceuticals requiring Cold Chain processing. The MedStart Connect program is operational in a number of states including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and South Carolina, and serves approximately 4,000 top-decile primary care prescribers. They continue to expand in additional states. MedVantx was recognized by Inc. Magazine in 2009 as the fastest growing privately held healthcare company in the country and 13th fastest overall.
VisionCare Ophthalmic Technologies, Inc. operates as a specialty medical device company that engages in the research, development, manufacture, and marketing of implantable ophthalmic devices, and technologies that are intended to improve vision for individuals with untreatable retinal disorders. The company offers Implantable Miniature Telescope (IMT), an implantable medical device to improve vision and quality of life in individuals with end-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Its telescope implant is integral to the CentraSight treatment program, which has been developed to help patients follow the necessary steps for proper diagnosis, surgical evaluation, and postoperative care. VisionCare Ophthalmic Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is based in Saratoga, California.
VaxInnate is a vaccine company that focuses on developing cures for flu, malaria, dengue, papillomavirus, and respiratory syncytial virus. It specializes in the fields of healthcare, health diagnostics, and biotechnology. It was founded in 2002 and headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey.
InnoPath specializes in mobile device management technology, providing software solutions for wireless operators and mobile device manufacturers. The company's offerings, including mobileUpdate and activeCare2, enable remote updates, diagnostics, and repairs of mobile devices over-the-air. This technology helps avoid device recalls and returns, decreases the frequency of support calls, and enhances first call resolution for issues related to Android and iOS devices. By improving operational efficiency and user experience, InnoPath contributes to increased subscriber satisfaction in an ever-connected mobile landscape.
We’re video-enabling the world. Recognized in the Gartner Magic Quadrant as a leader and a visionary, Vidyo is used by organizations like Google, CERN, Etsy, Philips, Alibaba, Kaiser, DISA and others. We are tackling a huge challenge: to ensure that the world can take advantage of the endless benefits of video chat by making it better than any other form of communication, whether you are in the office - or far out in the field under challenging bandwidth and wifi conditions.
Vidyo makes it easy to embed the most beautiful, resilient and immersive multiparty video chat into any application, on any connected device. In healthcare, banking, IoT, customer engagement, enterprise collaboration, government, field services and more, video chat is revolutionizing - while simplifying - how we communicate. We envision a future in which hospitals, banks, universities, police stations, data centers, manufacturing facilities and all places in between see elegant video chat as the sustainable and intuitive way for humans to better connect with one another - making us more productive while saving tons of time and resources.
From Silicon Valley to New York, Europe, Asia-Pacific and beyond, Vidyo is one of the most diverse teams in tech, with hundreds of gifted employees living and sharing their experiences all over the world. We are beyond excited about what we’re building, and believe our mission is just getting started.
Circadence Corporation specializes in optimizing and managing network infrastructure, offering a range of products designed to improve application performance and user experience. Its MVO 1200 WAN Optimization suite and MVO appliances facilitate better connectivity and management of remote network connections. The company also provides solutions for various platforms, including MVO Windows and MVO Linux suites, as well as inCyt, a cybersecurity awareness learning tool. In addition to these products, Circadence focuses on cybersecurity, offering training, cyber range design, data security, and system integration services. The company serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, healthcare, oil and gas firms, government organizations, and academic institutions. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Circadence has additional offices in Tupelo, Mississippi; McLean, Virginia; and Littleton, Colorado. Founded in 1993 and originally named VR-1, Inc., the company rebranded to Circadence Corporation in April 2000, reflecting its commitment to innovation in cybersecurity readiness.
Founded in 1999, Mblox are the original SMS company. With over 100 direct carrier relationships and a global reputation for expertise in mobile messaging, they are trusted by more companies to carry their mission-critical traffic than any other service. Their cloud based mobile messaging platform processes 7 billion mobile messages a year on behalf of more than 4,000 customers. They provide services to fit any size business, from the small start-up to the largest multinational organisation. Every customer has access to 24/7 email support as standard, provided by an in-house team of experts. In addition they offer a variety of support packages to meet your business needs.
Mitralign is a venture backed privately held company located in a suburb of Boston, MA. The company is developing an innovative catheter based technology for percutaneous treatment of functional mitral regurgitation. The novel Mitralign system emulates surgical annuloplasty as it delivers a series of surgical implants directly into the mitral annulus by means of a catheter. The implants are cinched together, thus reducing the size of the mitral valve annulus and the valve opening. Mitralign is funded by top tier venture capitalists and has two major cardiovascular device companies as investors.
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health.
The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life.
Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging.
Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
Arcadia Biosciences is an agricultural technology company that focuses on developing crop productivity traits primarily in hemp, wheat, and soybean. Its innovations aim to enhance farm economics by improving crop performance and the value of agricultural products for food, health, and industrial applications. Key offerings include GoodHemp, a line of non-GMO hemp seed varieties, GoodWheat, which transforms wheat into a functional food, and HB4, a drought and herbicide tolerant soybean trait. The company employs advanced screening, breeding, and biotechnology techniques to promote agricultural efficiency and environmental sustainability. Arcadia has established partnerships with several organizations, including Ardent Mills and Corteva AgriScience, and operates in the United States, Canada, Africa, and India. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Davis, California, Arcadia has granted over 70 technology licenses globally to major seed and consumer product companies.
OrSense Ltd. is a medical device company based in Petah-Tikva, Israel, specializing in non-invasive monitoring technologies for blood parameter measurement. Founded in 1996, the company develops solutions that enable continuous monitoring of hemoglobin, oxygen saturation, and pulse rate, utilizing its proprietary Occlusion Spectroscopy technology. The flagship product, the NBM 200MP system, allows for non-invasive measurement of multiple blood parameters, including hemoglobin, hematocrit, and low perfusion oximetry, making it suitable for use in hospitals, outpatient settings, and emergency services. OrSense's products have received CE approval and have been validated through testing on over 4,000 patients across various clinical environments in the U.S. and Europe. Their innovative approach addresses challenges such as poor peripheral perfusion and motion-induced noise, providing reliable and accurate monitoring solutions for healthcare providers.
Founded in 2006, Transonic Combustion's TSCi™ fuel injection systems provide global automotive manufacturers with high efficiency fuel delivery technology for their modern engine platforms. The company is backed by Venrock, Khosla Ventures, Rustic Canyon, and Saints Capital. Transonic Combustion is headquartered in Camarillo, Calif.
VisionSense Corp. designs and develops advanced 3D-HD visualization systems specifically for minimally invasive surgeries. Its flagship products include the Visionsense VSiii system, which utilizes a stereoscopic camera for various surgical applications such as neurosurgery, ENT procedures, arthroscopy, and laparoscopy. Additionally, the Visionsense Iridium system provides inter-operative infrared fluorescence visualization to enhance surgical precision. The company's innovative technology offers depth perception and high-resolution imaging, allowing surgeons to navigate complex procedures with greater confidence and control. VisionSense serves medical centers globally, focusing on areas including neurosurgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and tumor margin visualization. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, VisionSense operates additional offices in New York and Petah-Tikva, Israel, and functions as a subsidiary of Medtronic plc.
Actelis Networks is the leading provider of high performance, scalable broadband over copper solutions to Telco, Mobile, and IoT networks. Actelis turns copper into a strategic asset that enables delivering reliable, high-speed Ethernet services and broadband access to more places and devices more quickly, easily, and cost-effectively than can be done by using fiber optics or microwave.
The company was founded in 1998 and headquartered in Fremont, California.
Xtime is a prominent provider of cloud-based Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and scheduling software specifically designed for automotive service departments in North America. With a client base exceeding 3,000 dealerships, Xtime registers over one million customers and facilitates more than one million appointments each month. The company is recognized as the exclusive or preferred software provider for several leading global automotive manufacturers, including Lexus, Toyota, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, and Hyundai. Additionally, Xtime serves many notable dealership groups, such as AutoNation and Group 1 Automotive. Headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, Xtime focuses on delivering effective retention solutions tailored for the retail automotive sector.
NComputing, Inc. is a provider of client virtualization solutions. Through a formula of simplicity, performance and value, NComputing’s solutions serve larger scale and mid-market enterprises, small and medium business (SMB) and education customers, and other verticals markets including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and government. The Company’s virtualization solutions enable users on any device and from any location to access their own personalized desktops, applications and data, regardless of its physical location. NComputing’s technology platform is based on core technologies including its UXP transmission protocols, virtualization server, application awareness and thin client devices. NComputing has approximately 4 million seats installed among more than 60,000 customers. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Santa Clara, California.
OrSense Ltd. is a medical device company based in Petah-Tikva, Israel, specializing in non-invasive monitoring technologies for blood parameter measurement. Founded in 1996, the company develops solutions that enable continuous monitoring of hemoglobin, oxygen saturation, and pulse rate, utilizing its proprietary Occlusion Spectroscopy technology. The flagship product, the NBM 200MP system, allows for non-invasive measurement of multiple blood parameters, including hemoglobin, hematocrit, and low perfusion oximetry, making it suitable for use in hospitals, outpatient settings, and emergency services. OrSense's products have received CE approval and have been validated through testing on over 4,000 patients across various clinical environments in the U.S. and Europe. Their innovative approach addresses challenges such as poor peripheral perfusion and motion-induced noise, providing reliable and accurate monitoring solutions for healthcare providers.
BioSET, Inc., founded in 2001 and based in Rockville, Maryland, specializes in the research and development of synthetic bioactive peptides for medical applications. The company focuses on creating proprietary therapeutic peptides and implantable devices designed to enhance bone and soft tissue repair, particularly in orthobiologics. Its flagship product, Amplex, is an implantable device that combines a peptide with a synthetic ceramic scaffold, serving as a surgical bone graft implant for various spinal and orthopedic surgeries, including lumbar degenerative disc disease and foot and ankle fusion procedures. Additionally, BioSET develops products for sports medicine and offers peptide signaling molecules along with diverse scaffold biomaterials to support musculoskeletal applications, including trauma and fracture repair. As of February 2015, BioSET operates as a subsidiary of Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
We’re video-enabling the world. Recognized in the Gartner Magic Quadrant as a leader and a visionary, Vidyo is used by organizations like Google, CERN, Etsy, Philips, Alibaba, Kaiser, DISA and others. We are tackling a huge challenge: to ensure that the world can take advantage of the endless benefits of video chat by making it better than any other form of communication, whether you are in the office - or far out in the field under challenging bandwidth and wifi conditions.
Vidyo makes it easy to embed the most beautiful, resilient and immersive multiparty video chat into any application, on any connected device. In healthcare, banking, IoT, customer engagement, enterprise collaboration, government, field services and more, video chat is revolutionizing - while simplifying - how we communicate. We envision a future in which hospitals, banks, universities, police stations, data centers, manufacturing facilities and all places in between see elegant video chat as the sustainable and intuitive way for humans to better connect with one another - making us more productive while saving tons of time and resources.
From Silicon Valley to New York, Europe, Asia-Pacific and beyond, Vidyo is one of the most diverse teams in tech, with hundreds of gifted employees living and sharing their experiences all over the world. We are beyond excited about what we’re building, and believe our mission is just getting started.
Art.com is an online platform specializing in the sale of wall art and decorative items, founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Bruno, California. The company aims to make it simple for individuals to explore and express their personal style through a diverse range of artwork. By offering a variety of products, Art.com caters to different tastes and preferences, enabling customers to find pieces that resonate with them and enhance their living spaces. The platform emphasizes accessibility and creativity, encouraging users to experiment with different art forms and styles.
Xtime is a prominent provider of cloud-based Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and scheduling software specifically designed for automotive service departments in North America. With a client base exceeding 3,000 dealerships, Xtime registers over one million customers and facilitates more than one million appointments each month. The company is recognized as the exclusive or preferred software provider for several leading global automotive manufacturers, including Lexus, Toyota, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, and Hyundai. Additionally, Xtime serves many notable dealership groups, such as AutoNation and Group 1 Automotive. Headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, Xtime focuses on delivering effective retention solutions tailored for the retail automotive sector.
Founded in 2006, Transonic Combustion's TSCi™ fuel injection systems provide global automotive manufacturers with high efficiency fuel delivery technology for their modern engine platforms. The company is backed by Venrock, Khosla Ventures, Rustic Canyon, and Saints Capital. Transonic Combustion is headquartered in Camarillo, Calif.
Mitralign is a venture backed privately held company located in a suburb of Boston, MA. The company is developing an innovative catheter based technology for percutaneous treatment of functional mitral regurgitation. The novel Mitralign system emulates surgical annuloplasty as it delivers a series of surgical implants directly into the mitral annulus by means of a catheter. The implants are cinched together, thus reducing the size of the mitral valve annulus and the valve opening. Mitralign is funded by top tier venture capitalists and has two major cardiovascular device companies as investors.
Solace Therapeutics, Inc. develops non-surgical office based treatments for unexpected bladder leaks in women. The company provides Vesair Bladder Control System, a non-surgical device that floats within the urinary bladder to eliminate and reduce involuntary urinary leakage. Its Vesair Bladder Control System is a non-surgical alternative to involuntary urinary leakage and a lightweight device to address the cause of stress urinary incontinence. The company was incorporated in 2002 and is based in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Private Equity Round in 2011
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health.
The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life.
Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging.
Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
CircuLite is a cardiovascular device company that is transforming heart failure treatment with the development of minimally-invasive micro-pumps for long-term partial circulatory support (PCS). By enabling a proactive and lower-risk treatment approach by supplementing a patient's native pumping capacity, CircuLite has the potential to improve the quality of life for millions of chronic heart failure patients and their families. The company's proprietary micro-pump platform enables its PCS devices to be so small that they can be implanted superficially in a pacemaker-like pocket with endovascular or minimally-invasive surgical techniques.
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health.
The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life.
Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging.
Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
Cianna Medical, Inc., a women’s health company, develops medical technologies for treating breast cancer. The company offers SAVI SCOUT, a wire-free radar localization solution for breast tumor localization; and SAVI Brachy, a solution to deliver a highly-precise dose of radiation only to the tissue where the cancer is likely to reoccur. It also offers BrachyBytes, an e-newsletter that features interviews with experts in breast brachytherapy. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Aliso Viejo, California. As of November 13, 2018, Cianna Medical, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
AngioScore Inc. develops, manufactures and markets the AngioSculpt Scoring Balloon Catheter for both the coronary and peripheral interventional markets.
Designed specifically to address the limitations of conventional angioplasty balloon catheters, AngioSculpt combines a semi-compliant balloon with an innovative nitinol scoring element.
VisionCare Ophthalmic Technologies, Inc. operates as a specialty medical device company that engages in the research, development, manufacture, and marketing of implantable ophthalmic devices, and technologies that are intended to improve vision for individuals with untreatable retinal disorders. The company offers Implantable Miniature Telescope (IMT), an implantable medical device to improve vision and quality of life in individuals with end-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Its telescope implant is integral to the CentraSight treatment program, which has been developed to help patients follow the necessary steps for proper diagnosis, surgical evaluation, and postoperative care. VisionCare Ophthalmic Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is based in Saratoga, California.
ESTECH is a privately held medical device manufacturing and distribution company located in San Ramon, California. The company was founded by Arthur and Raymond Bertolero in 1996 with an emphasis on least invasive products for cardiac surgery. ESTECH has worldwide distribution and has consistently attracted goal oriented professionals who represent the brightest minds in the medical device industry. The in-depth professional experience and tireless dedication of the ESTECH Team has allowed the company to achieve rapid and sustained success in this highly competitive environment. ESTECH is proud of each employee from every department and thanks them for their contribution and support.
Angie's List, Inc. provides millions of consumer reviews of local services across the U.S. and parts of Canada. Reviews are based on first-hand experiences consumers have with doctors, contractors and other local professionals, covering more than 700 categories of service. Companies are encouraged to respond to reviews.
The company also offers group coupons in about 30 U.S. markets, conflict resolution service, a monthly magazine and information via e-newsletters and the company's Web site. Membership is now free, with paid plans offering more benefits.
Laureate Pharma, Inc., a contract manufacturing organization, provides development and cGMP manufacturing services. It focuses on mammalian cell based monoclonal antibody and recombinant protein production for clinical and commercial supply. The company's biopharmaceutical production/biotherapeutics production services include cGMP production and purification, protein modification and conjugation, formulation and aseptic filling into vials and finishing, upstream and downstream process development, Cell Line Optimization, medium optimization studies and adapting cells to protein-free medium, pilot-scale bioreactor runs, and product formulation development. Its services also comprise transfection, cloning, and selection to create new cell lines; analytical method transfer, development, and qualification; and preclinical production, monoclonal antibody production, and clinical trials manufacturing. Laureate Pharma supports the development and commercialization of biopharmaceutical, drug, and diagnostic products for pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and biotech companies. The company was formerly known as Bard Biopharma L.P. and changed its name to Laureate Pharma, Inc. in 2002. The company is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey.
Serious Materials develops and manufactures sustainable green building materials that dramatically reduce the impact of the 'built environment' on the climate.
The company was voted #1 at Cleantech Venture Forum XII, won the first Aspen Institute award for innovation in Corporate Energy Conservation and Global Gypsum Product of the Year. It has also been recognized by TIME/CNN, Fortune, Business Week, AlwaysOn and more as one of the most promising green companies.
Incline Therapeutics is a privately-held specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on the development of IONSYS, a fentanyl iontophoretic transdermal system designed for adult inpatients needing opioid pain relief following surgery. The company is dedicated to creating a compact, disposable, needleless Patient-Controlled Analgesia system that facilitates the short-term management of postoperative pain. Incline Therapeutics is backed by prominent life science venture capital firms and is led by a management team with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.
KXEN, Inc., a data mining automation company, provides business analytics software in the areas of customer lifecycle analytics, supply chain analytics, and business intelligence for corporate business decisions. It offers various software packages that cover various functions and data manipulations options, including classification, regression, clustering, variable importance, segmentation, times series, association rules, and data fusion. The company also provides single-purpose analysis applications for forecasting, market basket analysis, prediction, and segmentation, as well as KXEN Analytic Framework, which comprises of components that are used together with modeling assistant and robust reporting as a data mining automation solution. In addition, it offers technical support services, including assistance in the initial setup of new installations and problems that arise during the use of products; education services, such as training courses and certification programs; and consulting services. The company serves its clients primarily in financial services, telecommunications, and retail industries. It offers its products through systems integrators, software vendors, and original equipment manufacturers in the United States and internationally. KXEN, Inc. has strategic partnerships with Hewlett-Packard Company; IBM; SPSS, Inc.; Sun Microsystems, Inc.; and Teradata. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in San Francisco, California with additional offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and France.
Microchips Biotech, Inc. is dedicated to improving the lives of patients by revolutionizing drug delivery. Our proprietary microchip-based implant can store and release precise doses of drugs over months and years. The implant, which is placed under the skin by a trained physician during a simple office procedure using local anesthesia, can be wirelessly activated or deactivated by a physician or patient, without requiring removal. In addition, physicians can wirelessly modify the frequency or dose of the drug to meet the individual needs of each patient.
Envivio is a leading provider of software-based solutions for multi-screen video processing and delivery, enabling seamless access to video content across various devices and networks. With over a decade of experience in developing innovative video convergence solutions, the company serves more than 300 customers worldwide, including major mobile operators, broadband providers, and cable operators. Envivio offers a range of products and services, including video compression, direct-to-consumer distribution, advertising and content personalization, as well as cloud DVR and video delivery platforms. Headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Envivio operates globally with offices in several countries, including France, England, China, Singapore, and Japan. The company's mission is to enhance the ability of service providers, content owners, and broadcasters to create and deliver immersive media experiences.
Coapt Systems, Inc. engages in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of bio-absorbable implants for use in soft tissue fixation during facial cosmetic surgery procedures. It offers ENDOTINE Forehead 3.0, a bioabsorbable brow fixation device; ENDOTINE Forehead Instrument Kits that comprise insertion tools, drill bits, and sterilization trays with lids; ENDOTINE Triple 3.0, the bioabsorbable brow fixation devices with disposable drill bits and insertion tools; ENDOTINE TransBleph 3.0, a bioabsorbable upper lid and brow fixation devices. The company also provides ENDOTINE Midface ST 4.5, a bioabsorbable midface suspension devices; ENDOTINE Ribbon, a bioabsorbable fixation devices; Coapt Manual Surgical Drills, the manual surgical hand drills for use with ENDOTINE implants; and SurgiWire Incisionless Dissectors, the subcutaneous The Endotine product line was bought by MicroAire, a surgical device manufacturer in Charlottesville, VA, in August 2010.
Actelis Networks is the leading provider of high performance, scalable broadband over copper solutions to Telco, Mobile, and IoT networks. Actelis turns copper into a strategic asset that enables delivering reliable, high-speed Ethernet services and broadband access to more places and devices more quickly, easily, and cost-effectively than can be done by using fiber optics or microwave.
The company was founded in 1998 and headquartered in Fremont, California.
ESTECH is a privately held medical device manufacturing and distribution company located in San Ramon, California. The company was founded by Arthur and Raymond Bertolero in 1996 with an emphasis on least invasive products for cardiac surgery. ESTECH has worldwide distribution and has consistently attracted goal oriented professionals who represent the brightest minds in the medical device industry. The in-depth professional experience and tireless dedication of the ESTECH Team has allowed the company to achieve rapid and sustained success in this highly competitive environment. ESTECH is proud of each employee from every department and thanks them for their contribution and support.
ESTECH is a privately held medical device manufacturing and distribution company located in San Ramon, California. The company was founded by Arthur and Raymond Bertolero in 1996 with an emphasis on least invasive products for cardiac surgery. ESTECH has worldwide distribution and has consistently attracted goal oriented professionals who represent the brightest minds in the medical device industry. The in-depth professional experience and tireless dedication of the ESTECH Team has allowed the company to achieve rapid and sustained success in this highly competitive environment. ESTECH is proud of each employee from every department and thanks them for their contribution and support.
BRONCUS MEDICAL INC. specializes in diagnostic and therapeutic navigation technologies aimed at treating lung diseases. The company develops a range of products including the Archimedes System, which serves as a lung access platform featuring bronchoscopic trans-parenchymal needle access for virtual bronchoscopic planning, navigation, and tunneling. Additionally, it offers the Archimedes Planner and Lungpoint systems, which provide pre-procedure planning and real-time navigation during lung biopsies. BRONCUS is also focused on treating emphysema through its Exhale product line, which employs a patented method called Airway Bypass, potentially the first minimally-invasive procedure for treating homogeneous emphysema. The company is currently enrolling patients in the pivotal EASE Trial to further investigate this treatment. Founded in 1997 and originally known as Broncus Technologies, BRONCUS is headquartered in San Jose, California, with an office in Shanghai, China, and another location in Mountain View, California.
Private Equity Round in 2008
Arcadia Biosciences is an agricultural technology company that focuses on developing crop productivity traits primarily in hemp, wheat, and soybean. Its innovations aim to enhance farm economics by improving crop performance and the value of agricultural products for food, health, and industrial applications. Key offerings include GoodHemp, a line of non-GMO hemp seed varieties, GoodWheat, which transforms wheat into a functional food, and HB4, a drought and herbicide tolerant soybean trait. The company employs advanced screening, breeding, and biotechnology techniques to promote agricultural efficiency and environmental sustainability. Arcadia has established partnerships with several organizations, including Ardent Mills and Corteva AgriScience, and operates in the United States, Canada, Africa, and India. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Davis, California, Arcadia has granted over 70 technology licenses globally to major seed and consumer product companies.
Envivio is a leading provider of software-based solutions for multi-screen video processing and delivery, enabling seamless access to video content across various devices and networks. With over a decade of experience in developing innovative video convergence solutions, the company serves more than 300 customers worldwide, including major mobile operators, broadband providers, and cable operators. Envivio offers a range of products and services, including video compression, direct-to-consumer distribution, advertising and content personalization, as well as cloud DVR and video delivery platforms. Headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Envivio operates globally with offices in several countries, including France, England, China, Singapore, and Japan. The company's mission is to enhance the ability of service providers, content owners, and broadcasters to create and deliver immersive media experiences.
Alliance Consulting Group is a strategy consulting firm located in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1986, Alliance has pioneered and perfected a unique approach to strategy development that consistently delivers exceptional value to their clients. At Alliance, they share a common vision about what a consulting firm should be. They are passionate about the rigor and creativity in their work, and they enjoy the excitement of growing their own company. The result is a truly superior strategy service for their clients and a fun growth environment for their staff.
Acsis, Inc. provides track and trace solutions for supply chain safety and security. The company offers process-automation platforms, pre-built processes and workflows, appliances, automated SAP integration, and serialization solutions, which automates data collection, streamlines manufacturing and distribution processes, and provides real-time access to supply chain information. Acsis is the leader in real-time track and traceability software that enables effective recall management, anti-diversion, and anti-counterfeiting measures for the CPG, Life Sciences and Chemical industries. By using Acsis ProducTrak software, organizations can track and trace products through its entire lifecycle - from the raw materials to finished goods. But true product visibility doesn't stop there. Tracking products in real-time at the item level through packaging, rework, repacking, adding to case and pallets, moving through the distribution channel, and finally to end user - such as a hospital or retail store - is what Acsis is known for. This type of visibility provides the data needed to pinpoint products for recall returns or highlights suspect areas in the distribution network where diversion or shrink is suspected. The company was founded in 1996 and is based in Marlton, New Jersey.
LifeMasters Supported SelfCare, one of the nation's leading disease management companies, provides programs and services that create health partnerships among individuals, their physicians and payors.
Zonare Medical Systems, Inc. specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of compact ultrasound systems designed for diagnostic imaging across various clinical applications. The company's flagship product, the z.one ultrasound system, utilizes a proprietary technology known as Zone Sonography, which enhances data acquisition and image formation, allowing for upgrades and new clinical applications. Zonare Medical distributes its ultrasound systems through a direct sales force in the United States and a combination of distributors and direct sales personnel in around 40 international markets. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company was previously known as NovaSonics, Inc.
Zonare Medical Systems, Inc. specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of compact ultrasound systems designed for diagnostic imaging across various clinical applications. The company's flagship product, the z.one ultrasound system, utilizes a proprietary technology known as Zone Sonography, which enhances data acquisition and image formation, allowing for upgrades and new clinical applications. Zonare Medical distributes its ultrasound systems through a direct sales force in the United States and a combination of distributors and direct sales personnel in around 40 international markets. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company was previously known as NovaSonics, Inc.
Blip is an online media platform that offers users access to a variety of video clips and programs focused on media and entertainment. The platform features content across multiple categories, including general entertainment, comedy, music, drama, television, food, and video games. It organizes its offerings into segments such as editors' picks, current trends, and new episodes. Additionally, Blip provides producers with tools to host, distribute, and monetize their web series. Founded in 2005 by Charles Hope and Jared Klett, Blip is headquartered in New York City.
SideStep is a metasearch engine for travel which makes money through advertising and referral fees. It searches more than 200 websites looking for the best travel deals.
SideStep has recently been aggressive in building up its offerings. They acquired [TripUp](http://crunchbase.com/organization/tripup) (a social network focused on travel) and TravelPost.com (a hotel ratings site) with the goal of becoming "the leader in online travel related information." In addition, they have launched two [Facebook](http://crunchbase.com/organization/facebook) applications. The Trips Facebook application provides a trip planning service that currently has over 150,000 users. The Extended Info application allows users to add fields and categories of their own choice to a Facebook profile. SideStep is also developing a Facebook App for TripUp that should be launched later in the year.
SideStep was acquired in December 2007 by their nearest competitor Kayak for roughly $180,000,000.
Other popular travel metasearch sites and SideStep competitors include [Cheapflights](http://www.cheapflights.com), [Farechase](http://www.Farechase.com), [Mobissimo](http://www.Mobissimo.com) and [Qixo](http://www.Qixo.com).
Forte Design Systems, Inc. provides software products. The company offers Cynthesizer, a silicon-proven behavioral synthesis technology that generates production-quality RTL. Its Cynthesizer is used to develop products by various electronic companies and semiconductor suppliers. Forte's synthesis technology allows design teams creating electronic systems from algorithmic designs using ASICs, FPGAs, and SoCs to reduce their overall design and verification time. It serves consumer electronics, digital media, wireless communications and infrastructure, and security industries. Forte has direct sales representation in North America, Europe, and Japan with a value added reseller relationship established in Korea. Forte Design Systems, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in San Jose, California with additional offices in Massachusetts, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington, as well as in France and Japan.
SEVEN Networks, Inc. specializes in developing software solutions focused on device-centric mobile traffic management and analytics for wireless carriers globally. The company's flagship product line, Open Channel, enhances mobile traffic visibility and optimization, allowing carriers to regain control over data traffic and improve the end-user experience. SEVEN also offers mobile applications that simplify social messaging for consumers while providing carriers with various messaging tools. Additionally, its Push Technology and Push Notifications services reduce network traffic compared to traditional polling methods, resulting in increased user engagement with mobile applications. The company provides technical support and professional services, including solution integration and managed services. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, SEVEN Networks has established a strong presence worldwide, supported by a portfolio of over three hundred patents, reflecting its expertise in both mobile applications and network integration.
It started with a simple observation: physicians need easier access to patient information. Since then, PatientKeeper has grown to become the leading physician information system provider. And for good reason. Since 1998, they've helped healthcare organizations cost-effectively deliver information where it's needed most to enhance patient care and safety, reduce costs, improve staff productivity and increase revenue. They offer the industry's only suite of applications that support physicians throughout their entire day — enabling them to review electronic patient records...write prescriptions...enter charges...dictate notes...document encounters...place orders...even consult with other caregivers — wherever they are. Their software addresses physician needs across virtually any device — ranging from handhelds to Smartphones to tablets, to laptops to desktop computers, so that whether they're reviewing test results in their office, in the car or at the bedside, they're covered. PatientKeeper customers can start with just a single application and add new capabilities as needed — with PatientKeeper all their applications are tightly integrated with each other. And because their platform integrates with existing healthcare systems, there's no need to replace legacy systems.
Novera Optics
Venture Round in 2006
Novera Optics develops optical access solutions. Its PON optical solutions enable equipment vendors and service providers to address fiber-to-the-building, fiber-to-the-curb extensions, multi-dwelling and multi-tenant units, remote terminals, and the central office markets. The company offers Wavelength Division Multiplexed-Passive Optical Networks (WDM-PON), an access and transport platform, which provides an architecture for access networks that enables service providers to deliver voice, data, video, and wireless services.
NextWeb is a wireless Internet service provider, providing high-speed service to more than 1000 enterprise customers in Northern and Southern California. NextWeb's service is available in over 50,000 business locations in more than 60 cities. Typically installed in just three to seven days, NextWeb's service is 30 percent faster than a T1 at approximately half the cost, easily scaling to six times the speed of a T1.