Duff Ackerman & Goodrich

Duff Ackerman & Goodrich (DAG) is a private investment firm established in 1991 and located in Palo Alto, California. The firm focuses on providing equity capital through private equity and venture capital funds. DAG primarily invests in sectors such as specialty manufacturing, communications, media, and information technology. The firm is known for its strategic approach to funding management buyouts and supporting innovative ventures within these industries.

John Cadeddu

Managing Director

24 past transactions

CardioDx

Private Equity Round in 2012
CardioDx, Inc. is a molecular diagnostics company based in Redwood City, California, focused on developing genomic tests for cardiovascular diseases. Founded in 2003, the company specializes in assessing conditions such as coronary artery disease (CAD), cardiac arrhythmias, and heart failure. One of its key products is the Corus CAD test, a blood test designed to assist healthcare providers in determining whether a non-diabetic patient's chest discomfort or other symptoms are indicative of obstructive CAD. By leveraging genomic technologies, CardioDx aims to deliver critical information that enhances treatment decisions and improves patient outcomes while also addressing the overall cost of care in the United States.

D2S

Private Equity Round in 2011
D2S, Inc. is a company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing software and intellectual property for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The firm focuses on enhancing direct write e-beam lithography to lower mask costs for both low and high-volume production of integrated circuits. D2S offers a range of solutions, including its TrueMask platform, which facilitates advanced photomask designs for 28-nm process nodes and below, enabling the use of complex shapes to improve wafer quality while maintaining practical write times. Additionally, the company provides GPU-accelerated products that optimize semiconductor design processes through innovative simulation and model-based processing. D2S serves a global clientele and aims to advance the capabilities of eBeam technology in the semiconductor sector.

Segway

Series C in 2008
Segway Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures personal electric transportation devices for both consumers and businesses. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Bedford, New Hampshire, the company produces a range of products including self-balancing scooters, kick scooters, e-bikes, and electric vehicles tailored for various applications. Segway's offerings also include specialized patrollers for law enforcement and private security agencies, suitable for indoor and outdoor environments, as well as wooded trails and urban settings. Additionally, the company provides personal robotics mobility platforms and a variety of accessories, such as hard cases and mounts for smartphones and tablets. Segway markets its products through a network of dealers, distributors, and sales representatives both in the United States and internationally. Segway operates as a subsidiary of Ninebot Inc.

Edeniq

Series A in 2008
Edeniq, Inc. is a leading biotechnology company that develops processes for producing and measuring cellulosic ethanol from corn kernel fiber through its Intellulose technology. Edeniq’s Intellulose requires zero capital investment and is easily integrated into existing ethanol production facilities. Edeniq was established in 2008 and is headquartered in Visalia, Calif. with a field office in Omaha, Neb. More information can be found at www.edeniq.com.

Silver Peak Systems, Inc.

Series D in 2008
Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions designed to connect users to applications effectively. The company provides Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN that facilitates a gradual transition to broadband WAN, whether site-by-site or through a hybrid approach that combines MPLS and broadband Internet. Additionally, Silver Peak offers WAN optimization solutions aimed at enhancing application performance across branch offices, data centers, and the cloud, featuring both virtual and physical WAN optimization appliances. Their product lineup includes replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and various compatible data protection products. Established in 2004 and based in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak operates as a subsidiary of Aruba Networks, following its acquisition in September 2020.

Qlusters

Series C in 2007
As of July 14, 2008, Qlusters, Inc. went out of business. Qlusters, Inc. Qlusters, Inc. provides data center technology and services. The company offers openQRM, a data center provisioning and management software for software provisioning and managing virtual environments. Qlusters, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Palo Alto, California with additional offices in Tel Aviv, Israel; and New York, New York.

Silver Peak Systems, Inc.

Series C in 2007
Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions designed to connect users to applications effectively. The company provides Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN that facilitates a gradual transition to broadband WAN, whether site-by-site or through a hybrid approach that combines MPLS and broadband Internet. Additionally, Silver Peak offers WAN optimization solutions aimed at enhancing application performance across branch offices, data centers, and the cloud, featuring both virtual and physical WAN optimization appliances. Their product lineup includes replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and various compatible data protection products. Established in 2004 and based in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak operates as a subsidiary of Aruba Networks, following its acquisition in September 2020.

Segway

Venture Round in 2007
Segway Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures personal electric transportation devices for both consumers and businesses. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Bedford, New Hampshire, the company produces a range of products including self-balancing scooters, kick scooters, e-bikes, and electric vehicles tailored for various applications. Segway's offerings also include specialized patrollers for law enforcement and private security agencies, suitable for indoor and outdoor environments, as well as wooded trails and urban settings. Additionally, the company provides personal robotics mobility platforms and a variety of accessories, such as hard cases and mounts for smartphones and tablets. Segway markets its products through a network of dealers, distributors, and sales representatives both in the United States and internationally. Segway operates as a subsidiary of Ninebot Inc.

Oakley Networks

Series B in 2006
Oakley Networks is a security services company that specializes in threat detection and prevention. It provides military grade data and infrastructure solutions to federal and commercial customers. The Company offers various security solutions including enterprise monitoring and video surveillance for protecting data assets, intellectual property, and infrastructure. They provide integrated endpoint and network solutions with DVR-type incident replay. Oakley Networks was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in the United States.

ConSentry Networks

Series D in 2006
ConSentry Networks is leading the delivery of intelligent control. Customers around the globe have adopted their intelligent control, enabling them to capitalize on today's new business practices including using contractors, outsourcing and offshoring, and more rapidly establishing working partnerships. ConSentry Networks, Inc. was founded in 2003 and is based in Milpitas, California. The company has received funding from Accel Partners, DAG Ventures, INVESCO Private Capital, and Translink Capital.

Silver Peak Systems, Inc.

Series B in 2006
Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions designed to connect users to applications effectively. The company provides Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN that facilitates a gradual transition to broadband WAN, whether site-by-site or through a hybrid approach that combines MPLS and broadband Internet. Additionally, Silver Peak offers WAN optimization solutions aimed at enhancing application performance across branch offices, data centers, and the cloud, featuring both virtual and physical WAN optimization appliances. Their product lineup includes replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and various compatible data protection products. Established in 2004 and based in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak operates as a subsidiary of Aruba Networks, following its acquisition in September 2020.

Qlusters

Series B in 2004
As of July 14, 2008, Qlusters, Inc. went out of business. Qlusters, Inc. Qlusters, Inc. provides data center technology and services. The company offers openQRM, a data center provisioning and management software for software provisioning and managing virtual environments. Qlusters, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Palo Alto, California with additional offices in Tel Aviv, Israel; and New York, New York.

Tropos Networks

Series D in 2004
Tropos Networks is a supplier of systems used to build metro-scale Wi-Fi networks. Tropos' products enable network operators, service providers and government departments to provide ubiquitous, metro-scale, broadband, wireless data coverage for users in any locale. Tropos' solution creates a truly wireless network, free from the requirement of per node wired connectivity associated with Wi-Fi hot spot deployments using access points. Tropos' products enable larger coverage areas, decreased installation costs and decreased operational costs.

Pedestal Networks

Series C in 2004
Pedestal Networks, developer of innovative universal broadband solutions. It develops DSL solutions that allow service providers to overcome current technical and economic barriers of DSL service deployment.

netvmg

Series D in 2003
netVmg is a company specializing in intelligent route control software that enhances internet performance for businesses, helping them meet objectives like cost reduction and improved application performance. The company offers a range of hardware platforms, including the FCP 500 designed for mid-sized enterprises and the FCP 100 tailored for smaller sites. Founded in May 2000, netVmg was acquired by Internap Network Services Corporation in 2003. It focuses on optimizing Internet Protocol (IP) traffic management across various networks, providing clients with enhanced control and reliability for mission-critical traffic.

Entrisphere

Series B in 2002
Entrisphere, Inc. supplies access network equipment for the broadband service providers. Its products include BLM 1500, a multi-service access platform that provides POTS, HiCap, IPTV, DSL, B-PON and GPON, voice over packet, and Ethernet interfaces from a single chassis; and T-series of ONTs and ONUs, which support deployments, including single family units, small business units, multiple dwelling units, multiple tenant units, and in fiber to the curb and fiber to the business. The company also provides Entriview EMS that provides centralized control of BLM 1500 network with FCAPS functionality; and OSP cabinets, which enable voice, data, and video services to be deployed over copper or fiber from remote locations. In addition, it offers support services, such as network planning, consultation, installation, configuration, training, project management, maintenance, and software support. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Santa Clara, California. As of February 12, 2007, Entrisphere, Inc. operates as subsidiary of LM Ericsson Telephone Co.

Topspin Communications

Series B in 2002
Topspin Communications, founded in 2000 and based in Mountain View, California, specializes in server networking equipment and virtualization solutions for enterprise data centers. The company provides server fabric switches that create programmable infrastructure for various applications, including grid and utility computing, clustered enterprise applications, and server virtualization. These switches enable efficient connectivity among servers, facilitating enhanced network and storage access within a server grid. Additionally, Topspin's virtualization fabric allows for the dynamic allocation of CPU, I/O, and storage resources, enabling organizations to adapt quickly to evolving business demands while streamlining the integration and deployment of new data center resources.

netvmg

Series C in 2002
netVmg is a company specializing in intelligent route control software that enhances internet performance for businesses, helping them meet objectives like cost reduction and improved application performance. The company offers a range of hardware platforms, including the FCP 500 designed for mid-sized enterprises and the FCP 100 tailored for smaller sites. Founded in May 2000, netVmg was acquired by Internap Network Services Corporation in 2003. It focuses on optimizing Internet Protocol (IP) traffic management across various networks, providing clients with enhanced control and reliability for mission-critical traffic.

netvmg

Series B in 2001
netVmg is a company specializing in intelligent route control software that enhances internet performance for businesses, helping them meet objectives like cost reduction and improved application performance. The company offers a range of hardware platforms, including the FCP 500 designed for mid-sized enterprises and the FCP 100 tailored for smaller sites. Founded in May 2000, netVmg was acquired by Internap Network Services Corporation in 2003. It focuses on optimizing Internet Protocol (IP) traffic management across various networks, providing clients with enhanced control and reliability for mission-critical traffic.

CallVision.com

Series A in 2000
CallVision.com is a Seattle based application service provider, and is recognized as the leading developer of web-based, business-to-business Internet billing and analysis applications.

MobileSys

Series B in 2000
MobileSys is a developer of software solutions that integrate message delivery for wireless devices including cell phones, pagers, and PDA's and enterprise-wide applications, such as CRM, sales force automation, email, help desk and more. Its products include EtherPage Wireless Messaging Server, MobileSys MX Wireless Messaging Engine and the MobileSys Wireless Data Network all providing a platform for enterprise and eBusinesses.

Advanced Telecom Group

Private Equity Round in 1999
Advanced Telecom Group is a telecommunications service provider based in Washington. The company offers services related to telephone and voice mail systems installations, service, and repair. It also offers voice, data, fiber, and video cabling services.

Suncom Wireless Holdings

Series C in 1998
Suncom Wireless Holdings is a rapidly growing provider of wireless personal communications services in the southeastern United States. Their personal communications services licenses cover approximately 13 million potential customers in a contiguous geographic area encompassing portions of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia and Kentucky.
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