First Round Capital

First Round Capital, established in 2004, is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm specializing in seed-stage investments. It focuses on building a robust community of technology entrepreneurs and companies, providing custom software solutions, in-person experiences, and unique services to help early-stage companies grow. First Round Capital has invested in notable startups like Uber, Square, and Warby Parker, and has adopted the Diversity Term Sheet Rider to promote diversity in its portfolio. The firm invests nationally, with additional offices in San Francisco and New York, typically providing around $500,000 in the initial investment. It actively supports its portfolio companies and has facilitated a VC-sponsored exchange fund for qualified entrepreneurs. To date, members of the First Round Capital community have raised over $2.5 billion in follow-on capital.

Meka Asonye

Partner

Brett Berson

Partner

Jeff Donnon

CFO

Amy Fu

Vice President of Investments

Todd Jackson

Partner

Josh Kopelman

Founder and Partner

Whitnie Narcisse

Operating Partner

Cory Perkins

Partner Operations Manager

Bill Trenchard

Partner

James Wu

Infrastructure and AI / ML Investor

Past deals in Advertising

Amino Payments

Seed Round in 2018
Amino Payments, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that develops software utilizing blockchain technology to enhance transparency in the digital advertising industry. Founded in 2017, Amino Payments offers solutions such as Amino Lens, which verifies entities within the media supply chain and tracks advertisements, impressions, and financial transactions. Additionally, the company provides Amino Pay, a tool that empowers marketers to maintain control over the supply chain and enforce vendor agreements through smart contracts. By addressing issues of fraud, waste, and lack of transparency, Amino Payments aims to create a more efficient and trustworthy online advertising environment for brands, agencies, publishers, and adtech companies.

Amino Payments

Seed Round in 2017
Amino Payments, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that develops software utilizing blockchain technology to enhance transparency in the digital advertising industry. Founded in 2017, Amino Payments offers solutions such as Amino Lens, which verifies entities within the media supply chain and tracks advertisements, impressions, and financial transactions. Additionally, the company provides Amino Pay, a tool that empowers marketers to maintain control over the supply chain and enforce vendor agreements through smart contracts. By addressing issues of fraud, waste, and lack of transparency, Amino Payments aims to create a more efficient and trustworthy online advertising environment for brands, agencies, publishers, and adtech companies.

Zenreach

Series C in 2017
Zenreach, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that provides online marketing solutions aimed at improving customer acquisition and lifetime value for businesses with physical locations. Founded in 2011, Zenreach developed Walk-Through Marketing to integrate digital marketing with in-store outcomes. Their Zenreach Engage platform automatically tracks customer visits, creating and updating detailed customer profiles. Additionally, Zenreach Attract enhances advertising effectiveness by targeting audiences based on existing customer data, reportedly improving ad performance by four times. The company measures success through its proprietary Walk-Through Rateâ„¢, which indicates when an individual exposed to an advertisement subsequently visits a location. Zenreach serves a diverse clientele, including thousands of independent merchants and well-known brands.

Arbor

Series A in 2016
Arbor Technologies, Inc. operates an online marketplace focused on people-based data, allowing publishers and app developers to effectively monetize their data assets while maintaining privacy and transparency. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City, with an additional office in San Francisco, Arbor's platform offers marketers accurate insights into customer behavior and facilitates precise engagement strategies. By leveraging deterministic data, Arbor enhances brand loyalty and revenue per user, ultimately connecting brands with real individuals in a meaningful way. The company is supported by notable investors, including First Round, Canaan Partners, and Great Oaks, and operates as a subsidiary of LiveRamp, Inc.

Zenreach

Series B in 2016
Zenreach, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that provides online marketing solutions aimed at improving customer acquisition and lifetime value for businesses with physical locations. Founded in 2011, Zenreach developed Walk-Through Marketing to integrate digital marketing with in-store outcomes. Their Zenreach Engage platform automatically tracks customer visits, creating and updating detailed customer profiles. Additionally, Zenreach Attract enhances advertising effectiveness by targeting audiences based on existing customer data, reportedly improving ad performance by four times. The company measures success through its proprietary Walk-Through Rateâ„¢, which indicates when an individual exposed to an advertisement subsequently visits a location. Zenreach serves a diverse clientele, including thousands of independent merchants and well-known brands.

Curalate

Series C in 2016
Curalate, Inc. operates an online platform that helps brands facilitate consumer discovery and purchase decisions. The platform transforms images and videos into digital storefronts across websites, social media, advertisements, and emails. Curalate provides tools for brands to link products from social media, automate content posting, and gain insights into engagement metrics. Additionally, it allows brands to monitor their campaigns, competitors, and influencers. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with offices in New York, Seattle, and London, Curalate serves hundreds of leading brands, including Gap, Neiman Marcus, and Sephora. The company's services enhance the connection between off-site discovery and on-site conversion, driving revenue growth on platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. Curalate was previously known as Storably, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Bazaarvoice, Inc. in July 2020.

Circulate

Venture Round in 2015
Circulate, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that specializes in developing a data supply side platform (DSSP) tailored for the data, advertising, technology, and publishing sectors. The company focuses on assisting publishers, networks, and SDK providers in optimizing their first-party data monetization strategies through a straightforward integration that prioritizes privacy. Circulate enhances targeting and media attribution by enabling industry partners to leverage match Data as a Service. This capability empowers marketers and their agencies to deliver a cohesive consumer experience, accurately attribute marketing success, prioritize investments, expand their reach, and personalize content effectively.

Jelli

Series B in 2015
Jelli, Inc. is a cloud-based advertising company specializing in the radio market in the United States. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers several key products, including SpotPlan, a programmatic buying platform for radio advertising; RadioSpot, an advertising server designed for broadcast radio that automates terrestrial radio advertising; and RadioDash, a dashboard for managing radio campaigns. Jelli's platform aims to enhance the audio advertising ecosystem by connecting publishers with listeners, thereby improving the overall quality of audio advertising experiences. As of December 31, 2018, Jelli operates as a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, Inc.

LiveIntent

Series D in 2015
LiveIntent is a technology platform that enhances email as a marketing tool, allowing brands to effectively connect with their customers. The company specializes in people-based targeting, email monetization, and identity resolution, providing solutions that benefit both marketers and publishers. By facilitating direct engagement with audiences, LiveIntent helps businesses drive sales and increase revenue while ensuring user privacy is respected. The platform aims to bridge the gaps between brands and their target audiences, maximizing the potential of email marketing.

GumGum

Series C in 2015
GumGum, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence, particularly in computer vision and natural language processing. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on unlocking the value of visual content generated across various platforms, including the web and broadcast television. GumGum provides a range of services, such as in-image advertising, influencer marketing, targeted media buying, and site monetization. Its flagship products include GumGum Visual Intelligence, a platform for real-time visual listening that assists brands in identifying and activating online imagery, and AdBuilder, which allows brands to create and manage in-image and in-screen advertisements. By using advanced machine learning and deep learning technologies, GumGum enhances contextual advertising and aids marketers in maximizing the media value of their investments. The company maintains a presence with additional offices in major cities across the United States, as well as locations in London and Sydney.

Arbor

Seed Round in 2015
Arbor Technologies, Inc. operates an online marketplace focused on people-based data, allowing publishers and app developers to effectively monetize their data assets while maintaining privacy and transparency. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City, with an additional office in San Francisco, Arbor's platform offers marketers accurate insights into customer behavior and facilitates precise engagement strategies. By leveraging deterministic data, Arbor enhances brand loyalty and revenue per user, ultimately connecting brands with real individuals in a meaningful way. The company is supported by notable investors, including First Round, Canaan Partners, and Great Oaks, and operates as a subsidiary of LiveRamp, Inc.

Say Media

Venture Round in 2014
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.

Curalate

Series B in 2014
Curalate, Inc. operates an online platform that helps brands facilitate consumer discovery and purchase decisions. The platform transforms images and videos into digital storefronts across websites, social media, advertisements, and emails. Curalate provides tools for brands to link products from social media, automate content posting, and gain insights into engagement metrics. Additionally, it allows brands to monitor their campaigns, competitors, and influencers. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with offices in New York, Seattle, and London, Curalate serves hundreds of leading brands, including Gap, Neiman Marcus, and Sephora. The company's services enhance the connection between off-site discovery and on-site conversion, driving revenue growth on platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. Curalate was previously known as Storably, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Bazaarvoice, Inc. in July 2020.

URX

Series A in 2014
URX is a company that specializes in mobile commerce solutions by providing a platform that connects users to relevant content within mobile applications through deeplinks. This technology allows publishers to effectively monetize their mobile content and helps advertisers enhance their mobile marketing strategies. By delivering targeted, interactive display advertisements, URX aims to increase the value of mobile applications for retailers. The company's innovative approach enables forward-thinking brands to engage users directly with tailored commerce experiences, ultimately driving mobile sales and improving user engagement.

Zefr

Series D in 2014
Zefr is a video advertising company that specializes in creating targeted video ad placements through its proprietary technology and content rights management platform. The company focuses on aligning the right advertisements with appropriate content on popular platforms, ensuring that brands can safely and effectively scale their video marketing campaigns. By combining advanced technology with human review, Zefr offers customized packages that enhance the precision and impact of video advertising. The company's name pays homage to the Zephyr skate team of the 1970s, reflecting a spirit of innovation and boundary-pushing that is central to its mission.

Flurry

Series D in 2013
Flurry, Inc. is a mobile application analytics and advertising platform that assists businesses in understanding and monetizing user interactions with their mobile applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, Flurry offers a comprehensive suite of products, including Flurry Analytics, which tracks consumer behavior across over 400,000 applications, providing insights into audience engagement and retention. The platform also features AppSpot for ad serving, AppCircle for audience building, Flurry Personas for targeted marketing, and Flurry Marketplace for streamlined access to advertisers. With more than 125,000 companies utilizing its services, Flurry handles over 1 billion end-user sessions monthly across various devices, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. Flurry is a subsidiary of Yahoo! Inc. as of 2014.

Solve Media

Series B in 2013
Solve Media, Inc. is an advertising company that specializes in providing a digital media platform designed for publishers, advertisers, and agencies. The company offers various advertising solutions, including online and mobile formats such as CAPTCHA, display ads, videos, and skippable pre-rolls. These services aim to enhance brand engagement and improve key performance metrics like message delivery, recall rates, and return on investment for advertisers. Additionally, Solve Media's platform serves to protect website publishers from automated submissions and fraudulent activities. Founded in 2009 and originally known as AdCopy, Inc., the company rebranded to Solve Media in 2010 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with additional offices in major cities including New York, Chicago, and London. Since 2015, Solve Media has operated as a subsidiary of Adiant.

Manifest

Seed Round in 2013
Manifest, Inc. operates a product feed-based advertising platform designed to assist retailers and e-commerce companies in optimizing their product catalogs. The platform facilitates the addition of product feeds and the creation of product groups, enabling users to identify customer preferences and promote relevant products across various channels, including Facebook and Google Shopping. Manifest's Matching Engine enhances this process by not only retargeting existing customers but also helping retailers discover and engage new audiences. The effectiveness of the platform is demonstrated by its clients, who have optimized over 14 million products in 4 billion ads, generating significant revenue. Established in 2011 and based in San Francisco, Manifest was previously known as SocialWire, Inc. and is a subsidiary of Rakuten Marketing LLC. Notable clients include leading retailers such as Neiman Marcus, Gilt, One Kings Lane, and LivingSocial.

Flurry

Venture Round in 2013
Flurry, Inc. is a mobile application analytics and advertising platform that assists businesses in understanding and monetizing user interactions with their mobile applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, Flurry offers a comprehensive suite of products, including Flurry Analytics, which tracks consumer behavior across over 400,000 applications, providing insights into audience engagement and retention. The platform also features AppSpot for ad serving, AppCircle for audience building, Flurry Personas for targeted marketing, and Flurry Marketplace for streamlined access to advertisers. With more than 125,000 companies utilizing its services, Flurry handles over 1 billion end-user sessions monthly across various devices, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. Flurry is a subsidiary of Yahoo! Inc. as of 2014.

Curalate

Series A in 2013
Curalate, Inc. operates an online platform that helps brands facilitate consumer discovery and purchase decisions. The platform transforms images and videos into digital storefronts across websites, social media, advertisements, and emails. Curalate provides tools for brands to link products from social media, automate content posting, and gain insights into engagement metrics. Additionally, it allows brands to monitor their campaigns, competitors, and influencers. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with offices in New York, Seattle, and London, Curalate serves hundreds of leading brands, including Gap, Neiman Marcus, and Sephora. The company's services enhance the connection between off-site discovery and on-site conversion, driving revenue growth on platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. Curalate was previously known as Storably, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Bazaarvoice, Inc. in July 2020.

Manifest

Seed Round in 2012
Manifest, Inc. operates a product feed-based advertising platform designed to assist retailers and e-commerce companies in optimizing their product catalogs. The platform facilitates the addition of product feeds and the creation of product groups, enabling users to identify customer preferences and promote relevant products across various channels, including Facebook and Google Shopping. Manifest's Matching Engine enhances this process by not only retargeting existing customers but also helping retailers discover and engage new audiences. The effectiveness of the platform is demonstrated by its clients, who have optimized over 14 million products in 4 billion ads, generating significant revenue. Established in 2011 and based in San Francisco, Manifest was previously known as SocialWire, Inc. and is a subsidiary of Rakuten Marketing LLC. Notable clients include leading retailers such as Neiman Marcus, Gilt, One Kings Lane, and LivingSocial.

Flurry

Series D in 2012
Flurry, Inc. is a mobile application analytics and advertising platform that assists businesses in understanding and monetizing user interactions with their mobile applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, Flurry offers a comprehensive suite of products, including Flurry Analytics, which tracks consumer behavior across over 400,000 applications, providing insights into audience engagement and retention. The platform also features AppSpot for ad serving, AppCircle for audience building, Flurry Personas for targeted marketing, and Flurry Marketplace for streamlined access to advertisers. With more than 125,000 companies utilizing its services, Flurry handles over 1 billion end-user sessions monthly across various devices, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. Flurry is a subsidiary of Yahoo! Inc. as of 2014.

Jelli

Venture Round in 2012
Jelli, Inc. is a cloud-based advertising company specializing in the radio market in the United States. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers several key products, including SpotPlan, a programmatic buying platform for radio advertising; RadioSpot, an advertising server designed for broadcast radio that automates terrestrial radio advertising; and RadioDash, a dashboard for managing radio campaigns. Jelli's platform aims to enhance the audio advertising ecosystem by connecting publishers with listeners, thereby improving the overall quality of audio advertising experiences. As of December 31, 2018, Jelli operates as a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, Inc.

Zefr

Series C in 2012
Zefr is a video advertising company that specializes in creating targeted video ad placements through its proprietary technology and content rights management platform. The company focuses on aligning the right advertisements with appropriate content on popular platforms, ensuring that brands can safely and effectively scale their video marketing campaigns. By combining advanced technology with human review, Zefr offers customized packages that enhance the precision and impact of video advertising. The company's name pays homage to the Zephyr skate team of the 1970s, reflecting a spirit of innovation and boundary-pushing that is central to its mission.

Say Media

Venture Round in 2012
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.

33Across

Series C in 2012
33Across Inc. is a New York-based company that operates a social sharing and content discovery platform designed to enhance programmatic advertising in a cookieless environment. Founded in 2007, the company provides innovative marketing technologies such as SocialDNA Targeting, which helps clients identify and engage with social networks related to their brands. Its offerings include the BRAND GRAPH, which predicts consumer behavior to deliver brand and direct response ROI, Social Personas for real-time audience insights, and the Real Platform, which ensures the quality of ads by verifying viewability and mitigating fraudulent traffic. 33Across aims to empower marketers by helping them identify high-potential prospects connected to existing customers and brand loyalists. The company also has offices in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Salt Lake City, and Chicago, further extending its reach in the advertising ecosystem.

Curalate

Seed Round in 2012
Curalate, Inc. operates an online platform that helps brands facilitate consumer discovery and purchase decisions. The platform transforms images and videos into digital storefronts across websites, social media, advertisements, and emails. Curalate provides tools for brands to link products from social media, automate content posting, and gain insights into engagement metrics. Additionally, it allows brands to monitor their campaigns, competitors, and influencers. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with offices in New York, Seattle, and London, Curalate serves hundreds of leading brands, including Gap, Neiman Marcus, and Sephora. The company's services enhance the connection between off-site discovery and on-site conversion, driving revenue growth on platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. Curalate was previously known as Storably, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Bazaarvoice, Inc. in July 2020.

Moat

Series B in 2012
Moat, Inc. develops analytics solutions tailored for brand advertisers and publishers, focusing on measuring customer attention and advertising effectiveness. Its flagship product, Moat Analytics, serves as an attention measurement platform that offers insights into ad campaigns and website inventory. Additionally, Moat Pro provides real-time ad intelligence, allowing users to visualize relationships between brands, publishers, and programmatic platforms, while offering brand alerts and prospecting reports. Moat also features a dedicated ad search engine that enables users to search for display ads, discover new advertisers, and access creative resources. This centralized ad search utilizes a specialized web crawler to index ads for easy retrieval. Established in 2007 and based in New York, Moat operates internationally and is a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

GumGum

Series B in 2011
GumGum, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence, particularly in computer vision and natural language processing. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on unlocking the value of visual content generated across various platforms, including the web and broadcast television. GumGum provides a range of services, such as in-image advertising, influencer marketing, targeted media buying, and site monetization. Its flagship products include GumGum Visual Intelligence, a platform for real-time visual listening that assists brands in identifying and activating online imagery, and AdBuilder, which allows brands to create and manage in-image and in-screen advertisements. By using advanced machine learning and deep learning technologies, GumGum enhances contextual advertising and aids marketers in maximizing the media value of their investments. The company maintains a presence with additional offices in major cities across the United States, as well as locations in London and Sydney.

Yieldex

Series C in 2011
Yieldex is a leading provider of digital advertising management and analytics tools designed for online publishers and advertisers. The company offers a range of services, including advertising inventory management, forecasting, and yield optimization. Its flagship products, DynamicIQ and BusinessIQ, deliver decision support for sales and operations, providing insights into available inventory and revenue forecasts while enabling efficient management of digital advertising strategies. Yieldex's programmatic marketplace, YieldexDirect, allows advertisers and publishers to buy and sell targeted inventory conveniently. Prominent media companies, including The New York Times, CBS, and ESPN, utilize Yieldex's solutions to enhance their advertising operations, streamline processes, and maximize revenue potential.

LiveIntent

Series B in 2011
LiveIntent is a technology platform that enhances email as a marketing tool, allowing brands to effectively connect with their customers. The company specializes in people-based targeting, email monetization, and identity resolution, providing solutions that benefit both marketers and publishers. By facilitating direct engagement with audiences, LiveIntent helps businesses drive sales and increase revenue while ensuring user privacy is respected. The platform aims to bridge the gaps between brands and their target audiences, maximizing the potential of email marketing.

DoubleVerify

Series C in 2011
DoubleVerify is a software platform specializing in digital media measurement, data, and analytics, founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City. The company offers solutions for online media verification and campaign effectiveness, catering to brand marketers, agencies, advertising networks, demand-side platforms, exchanges, and digital publishers. Its technology ensures that digital advertisements are delivered in brand-safe environments, are fully viewable, reach real individuals, and are targeted to the correct geographical locations. By providing consistent and unbiased data, DoubleVerify helps advertisers optimize the quality and return on their digital ad investments. The company generates revenue by charging a Measured Transaction Fee based on the volume of media transactions measured through its platform.

Moat

Series A in 2011
Moat, Inc. develops analytics solutions tailored for brand advertisers and publishers, focusing on measuring customer attention and advertising effectiveness. Its flagship product, Moat Analytics, serves as an attention measurement platform that offers insights into ad campaigns and website inventory. Additionally, Moat Pro provides real-time ad intelligence, allowing users to visualize relationships between brands, publishers, and programmatic platforms, while offering brand alerts and prospecting reports. Moat also features a dedicated ad search engine that enables users to search for display ads, discover new advertisers, and access creative resources. This centralized ad search utilizes a specialized web crawler to index ads for easy retrieval. Established in 2007 and based in New York, Moat operates internationally and is a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

Zefr

Series B in 2011
Zefr is a video advertising company that specializes in creating targeted video ad placements through its proprietary technology and content rights management platform. The company focuses on aligning the right advertisements with appropriate content on popular platforms, ensuring that brands can safely and effectively scale their video marketing campaigns. By combining advanced technology with human review, Zefr offers customized packages that enhance the precision and impact of video advertising. The company's name pays homage to the Zephyr skate team of the 1970s, reflecting a spirit of innovation and boundary-pushing that is central to its mission.

Adaptly

Series A in 2011
Adaptly, Inc. specializes in digital advertising solutions, focusing on enabling large advertisers to effectively manage and scale their campaigns across various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, and Pinterest. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York City, Adaptly provides a range of services that encompass personalized planning and strategy, media buying, execution, and comprehensive analysis. The company utilizes proprietary technology to deliver real-time insights and automated optimization, enhancing advertisers' ability to meet their marketing objectives. With additional offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and London, Adaptly employs over 120 professionals and has developed strong relationships with notable investors. In December 2018, Adaptly became a subsidiary of Accenture plc.

StumbleUpon

Series B in 2011
StumbleUpon is a content discovery platform designed to help users find new and interesting web and mobile content tailored to their preferences. With a user base exceeding 25 million, the platform allows individuals to share their favorite webpages, submit ratings and reviews, and receive personalized recommendations. StumbleUpon also offers a Paid Discovery service, utilized by over 80,000 brands and marketers to promote their products and services effectively. By combining user engagement with innovative content curation, StumbleUpon aims to enhance the online experience, making it easier for users to explore a diverse range of information and entertainment.

33Across

Series B in 2011
33Across Inc. is a New York-based company that operates a social sharing and content discovery platform designed to enhance programmatic advertising in a cookieless environment. Founded in 2007, the company provides innovative marketing technologies such as SocialDNA Targeting, which helps clients identify and engage with social networks related to their brands. Its offerings include the BRAND GRAPH, which predicts consumer behavior to deliver brand and direct response ROI, Social Personas for real-time audience insights, and the Real Platform, which ensures the quality of ads by verifying viewability and mitigating fraudulent traffic. 33Across aims to empower marketers by helping them identify high-potential prospects connected to existing customers and brand loyalists. The company also has offices in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Salt Lake City, and Chicago, further extending its reach in the advertising ecosystem.

Keep Holdings

Series B in 2011
Keep Holdings, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops a mobile application designed for fitness training and workout guidance. The Keep app provides users with workout plans, professional video instructions, and performance tracking features to enhance their fitness journey. In addition to its fitness-focused offerings, Keep Holdings also provides a platform that aggregates products from various e-commerce sources, allowing users to discover and purchase the latest trends in fashion, decor, accessories, and beauty. By connecting consumers and brands, Keep Holdings aims to facilitate engagement and enhance the shopping experience through its innovative applications and services.

Flurry

Series C in 2010
Flurry, Inc. is a mobile application analytics and advertising platform that assists businesses in understanding and monetizing user interactions with their mobile applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, Flurry offers a comprehensive suite of products, including Flurry Analytics, which tracks consumer behavior across over 400,000 applications, providing insights into audience engagement and retention. The platform also features AppSpot for ad serving, AppCircle for audience building, Flurry Personas for targeted marketing, and Flurry Marketplace for streamlined access to advertisers. With more than 125,000 companies utilizing its services, Flurry handles over 1 billion end-user sessions monthly across various devices, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. Flurry is a subsidiary of Yahoo! Inc. as of 2014.

Zefr

Series A in 2010
Zefr is a video advertising company that specializes in creating targeted video ad placements through its proprietary technology and content rights management platform. The company focuses on aligning the right advertisements with appropriate content on popular platforms, ensuring that brands can safely and effectively scale their video marketing campaigns. By combining advanced technology with human review, Zefr offers customized packages that enhance the precision and impact of video advertising. The company's name pays homage to the Zephyr skate team of the 1970s, reflecting a spirit of innovation and boundary-pushing that is central to its mission.

AppNexus

Series C in 2010
AppNexus Inc. is a technology company that specializes in a cloud-based software platform designed to enhance and streamline programmatic online advertising. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices both domestically and internationally, AppNexus provides a comprehensive suite of tools for advertisers and publishers. Its platform maximizes campaign performance and yield for online inventory, offering trading solutions and marketplaces for digital advertising. Advertisers can create custom trading desks and advertising networks, while the AppNexus Publisher Suite empowers publishers to optimize revenue through various demand sources. Key features include PriceCheck, a header bidding solution for diverse ad formats, and the AppNexus Apps program, which enables third-party technology vendors to develop tailored features for their clients. By leveraging data and machine learning, AppNexus facilitates intelligent, AI-driven advertising campaigns for marketers and agencies.

Keep Holdings

Series A in 2010
Keep Holdings, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops a mobile application designed for fitness training and workout guidance. The Keep app provides users with workout plans, professional video instructions, and performance tracking features to enhance their fitness journey. In addition to its fitness-focused offerings, Keep Holdings also provides a platform that aggregates products from various e-commerce sources, allowing users to discover and purchase the latest trends in fashion, decor, accessories, and beauty. By connecting consumers and brands, Keep Holdings aims to facilitate engagement and enhance the shopping experience through its innovative applications and services.

Transpera

Series C in 2010
Transpera is a mobile technology company specializing in video monetization for mobile devices. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the deployment of mobile video services, catering to online content owners, network operators, and advertisers. Through its patent-pending advertising platform and bridging technology, Transpera connects the various components necessary for successful mobile video initiatives. It empowers video publishers to mobilize and distribute content effectively, while also providing brand owners and advertisers with direct channels to reach their target audiences. Additionally, Transpera enhances video offerings for mobile carriers, serving a diverse range of clients, including well-known media brands and networks.

Jelli

Series A in 2010
Jelli, Inc. is a cloud-based advertising company specializing in the radio market in the United States. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers several key products, including SpotPlan, a programmatic buying platform for radio advertising; RadioSpot, an advertising server designed for broadcast radio that automates terrestrial radio advertising; and RadioDash, a dashboard for managing radio campaigns. Jelli's platform aims to enhance the audio advertising ecosystem by connecting publishers with listeners, thereby improving the overall quality of audio advertising experiences. As of December 31, 2018, Jelli operates as a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, Inc.

Flurry

Series B in 2010
Flurry, Inc. is a mobile application analytics and advertising platform that assists businesses in understanding and monetizing user interactions with their mobile applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, Flurry offers a comprehensive suite of products, including Flurry Analytics, which tracks consumer behavior across over 400,000 applications, providing insights into audience engagement and retention. The platform also features AppSpot for ad serving, AppCircle for audience building, Flurry Personas for targeted marketing, and Flurry Marketplace for streamlined access to advertisers. With more than 125,000 companies utilizing its services, Flurry handles over 1 billion end-user sessions monthly across various devices, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. Flurry is a subsidiary of Yahoo! Inc. as of 2014.

LiveIntent

Series A in 2009
LiveIntent is a technology platform that enhances email as a marketing tool, allowing brands to effectively connect with their customers. The company specializes in people-based targeting, email monetization, and identity resolution, providing solutions that benefit both marketers and publishers. By facilitating direct engagement with audiences, LiveIntent helps businesses drive sales and increase revenue while ensuring user privacy is respected. The platform aims to bridge the gaps between brands and their target audiences, maximizing the potential of email marketing.

Invite Media

Series A in 2009
Invite Media specializes in media-buying optimization technology for the display advertising sector. The company has developed a platform that enables advertisers and agencies to engage in real-time bidding for display ad space. This technology allows users to set up and manage automated strategies for buying and optimizing online media, facilitating intelligent purchasing across various sources of real-time bidded inventory. Through its platform, Invite Media aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of display ad campaigns for advertisers, agencies, and agency trading desks.

AppNexus

Series B in 2009
AppNexus Inc. is a technology company that specializes in a cloud-based software platform designed to enhance and streamline programmatic online advertising. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices both domestically and internationally, AppNexus provides a comprehensive suite of tools for advertisers and publishers. Its platform maximizes campaign performance and yield for online inventory, offering trading solutions and marketplaces for digital advertising. Advertisers can create custom trading desks and advertising networks, while the AppNexus Publisher Suite empowers publishers to optimize revenue through various demand sources. Key features include PriceCheck, a header bidding solution for diverse ad formats, and the AppNexus Apps program, which enables third-party technology vendors to develop tailored features for their clients. By leveraging data and machine learning, AppNexus facilitates intelligent, AI-driven advertising campaigns for marketers and agencies.

ScanScout

Series B in 2009
ScanScout is a leading online video advertising network that collaborates with major advertisers and publishers to enhance video advertising opportunities. By partnering with publishers, ScanScout generates significant revenue streams, enabling them to effectively monetize their video content while maintaining a user-friendly experience. For advertisers, the platform offers capabilities to target, optimize, and deliver ad messages tailored to specific content and audiences, thereby increasing user engagement. As one of the largest online video networks, ScanScout serves hundreds of millions of ad impressions monthly and is headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York and Los Angeles.

ClickEquations

Venture Round in 2009
ClickEquations offers a comprehensive pay-per-click software platform designed to help advertisers and agencies efficiently manage extensive paid search campaigns. The platform integrates access to campaigns across major search engines such as Google, Yahoo!, and MSN within a single web interface. It features tools for bid management, campaign editing, and detailed reporting. Additionally, ClickEquations provides an advanced Excel plug-in known as ClickEquations Analyst, which enhances analytical capabilities by offering customizable and shareable reports and dashboards. The platform's services also include browser-based reporting, metric analysis, and the ability to manually adjust bids through defined rules, making it a versatile solution for search professionals.

GumGum

Series A in 2009
GumGum, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence, particularly in computer vision and natural language processing. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on unlocking the value of visual content generated across various platforms, including the web and broadcast television. GumGum provides a range of services, such as in-image advertising, influencer marketing, targeted media buying, and site monetization. Its flagship products include GumGum Visual Intelligence, a platform for real-time visual listening that assists brands in identifying and activating online imagery, and AdBuilder, which allows brands to create and manage in-image and in-screen advertisements. By using advanced machine learning and deep learning technologies, GumGum enhances contextual advertising and aids marketers in maximizing the media value of their investments. The company maintains a presence with additional offices in major cities across the United States, as well as locations in London and Sydney.

OpenX

Series C in 2009
OpenX, headquartered in Pasadena, California, is a digital advertising technology company. It offers a platform that enables businesses to manage and optimize their ad revenue across various connected screens and formats. OpenX's technology aggregates and values consumer interest in real-time, allowing marketers to reach specific audiences. The company serves over 30,000 brands, 1,200 websites, and 2,000 premium mobile apps globally. Additionally, OpenX provides publishers with an open-source ad server solution, reducing their reliance on Google AdSense by offering access to a wide variety of ad networks.

DoubleVerify

Series A in 2009
DoubleVerify is a software platform specializing in digital media measurement, data, and analytics, founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City. The company offers solutions for online media verification and campaign effectiveness, catering to brand marketers, agencies, advertising networks, demand-side platforms, exchanges, and digital publishers. Its technology ensures that digital advertisements are delivered in brand-safe environments, are fully viewable, reach real individuals, and are targeted to the correct geographical locations. By providing consistent and unbiased data, DoubleVerify helps advertisers optimize the quality and return on their digital ad investments. The company generates revenue by charging a Measured Transaction Fee based on the volume of media transactions measured through its platform.

StumbleUpon

Series A in 2009
StumbleUpon is a content discovery platform designed to help users find new and interesting web and mobile content tailored to their preferences. With a user base exceeding 25 million, the platform allows individuals to share their favorite webpages, submit ratings and reviews, and receive personalized recommendations. StumbleUpon also offers a Paid Discovery service, utilized by over 80,000 brands and marketers to promote their products and services effectively. By combining user engagement with innovative content curation, StumbleUpon aims to enhance the online experience, making it easier for users to explore a diverse range of information and entertainment.

33Across

Seed Round in 2009
33Across Inc. is a New York-based company that operates a social sharing and content discovery platform designed to enhance programmatic advertising in a cookieless environment. Founded in 2007, the company provides innovative marketing technologies such as SocialDNA Targeting, which helps clients identify and engage with social networks related to their brands. Its offerings include the BRAND GRAPH, which predicts consumer behavior to deliver brand and direct response ROI, Social Personas for real-time audience insights, and the Real Platform, which ensures the quality of ads by verifying viewability and mitigating fraudulent traffic. 33Across aims to empower marketers by helping them identify high-potential prospects connected to existing customers and brand loyalists. The company also has offices in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Salt Lake City, and Chicago, further extending its reach in the advertising ecosystem.

Yieldex

Series B in 2009
Yieldex is a leading provider of digital advertising management and analytics tools designed for online publishers and advertisers. The company offers a range of services, including advertising inventory management, forecasting, and yield optimization. Its flagship products, DynamicIQ and BusinessIQ, deliver decision support for sales and operations, providing insights into available inventory and revenue forecasts while enabling efficient management of digital advertising strategies. Yieldex's programmatic marketplace, YieldexDirect, allows advertisers and publishers to buy and sell targeted inventory conveniently. Prominent media companies, including The New York Times, CBS, and ESPN, utilize Yieldex's solutions to enhance their advertising operations, streamline processes, and maximize revenue potential.

Jingle Networks

Series D in 2009
Jingle Networks is a prominent provider of advertising and technology solutions focused on voice and mobile business search. The company connects businesses with consumers ready to transact by leveraging a robust new media channel within the growing business search market. Jingle Networks offers tailored solutions for carriers, network operators, advertising agencies, brand marketers, and small businesses. Its services enable thousands of national brands and local businesses to utilize brief in-call audio or text advertisements to attract new customers during phone calls or online searches. The company's innovative technology has made it a preferred choice for network operators and telecom carriers. Jingle Networks is also known for creating the free directory assistance service 1-800-FREE411, allowing consumers to obtain phone numbers without charge. This service is funded by short, targeted advertising messages that play while the caller waits for information. Founded by experienced professionals in advertising and technology, Jingle Networks continues to deliver effective solutions for building brand awareness and maximizing business search outcomes.

Transpera

Series B in 2008
Transpera is a mobile technology company specializing in video monetization for mobile devices. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the deployment of mobile video services, catering to online content owners, network operators, and advertisers. Through its patent-pending advertising platform and bridging technology, Transpera connects the various components necessary for successful mobile video initiatives. It empowers video publishers to mobilize and distribute content effectively, while also providing brand owners and advertisers with direct channels to reach their target audiences. Additionally, Transpera enhances video offerings for mobile carriers, serving a diverse range of clients, including well-known media brands and networks.

AppNexus

Series B in 2008
AppNexus Inc. is a technology company that specializes in a cloud-based software platform designed to enhance and streamline programmatic online advertising. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices both domestically and internationally, AppNexus provides a comprehensive suite of tools for advertisers and publishers. Its platform maximizes campaign performance and yield for online inventory, offering trading solutions and marketplaces for digital advertising. Advertisers can create custom trading desks and advertising networks, while the AppNexus Publisher Suite empowers publishers to optimize revenue through various demand sources. Key features include PriceCheck, a header bidding solution for diverse ad formats, and the AppNexus Apps program, which enables third-party technology vendors to develop tailored features for their clients. By leveraging data and machine learning, AppNexus facilitates intelligent, AI-driven advertising campaigns for marketers and agencies.

MeetMe

Series B in 2008
MeetMe is a prominent social network in the United States focused on facilitating connections among individuals. Originally known as MyYearbook, the platform emphasizes social discovery through engaging applications and games, which are monetized via advertising and virtual currency. With a significant portion of its traffic originating from mobile devices, MeetMe caters to the mobile generation, offering services through its website and mobile applications available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. The company also provides livestreaming video solutions and tools for the creator economy, enabling brands to engage and monetize their audiences effectively. Overall, MeetMe aims to create a vibrant community where users can find like-minded individuals and foster meaningful interactions.

BiggerBoat

Series A in 2008
BiggerBoat operates as an online advertising network that specializes in advertising within the entertainment sector. By leveraging digital platforms, BiggerBoat aims to connect advertisers with audiences through engaging content related to entertainment, enhancing visibility and reach for brands. The company emphasizes creating effective advertising solutions that resonate with consumers in an increasingly digital landscape.

GumGum

Series A in 2008
GumGum, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence, particularly in computer vision and natural language processing. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on unlocking the value of visual content generated across various platforms, including the web and broadcast television. GumGum provides a range of services, such as in-image advertising, influencer marketing, targeted media buying, and site monetization. Its flagship products include GumGum Visual Intelligence, a platform for real-time visual listening that assists brands in identifying and activating online imagery, and AdBuilder, which allows brands to create and manage in-image and in-screen advertisements. By using advanced machine learning and deep learning technologies, GumGum enhances contextual advertising and aids marketers in maximizing the media value of their investments. The company maintains a presence with additional offices in major cities across the United States, as well as locations in London and Sydney.

Pinch Media

Seed Round in 2008
Pinch Media is a New York-based startup that assists mobile application developers in enhancing their businesses through free developer tools, primarily focusing on the iPhone SDK. Its flagship product, Pinch Analytics, is a free analytics library that tracks essential metrics for optimizing iPhone applications. Launched prior to the App Store, Pinch Analytics is embedded in numerous iPhone applications, including some of the most popular ones. The aggregated data from Pinch Analytics, which comes from millions of application downloads, is invaluable for developers in strategizing their releases and updates. The platform has reportedly contributed to significant increases in application sales. In addition to analytics, Pinch Media has partnered with JumpTap to create the Pinch Advertising program, which delivers unobtrusive mobile banner ads from reputable brands for free, ad-supported applications. The company is actively seeking new clients for both its analytics and advertising services.

Invite Media

Seed Round in 2008
Invite Media specializes in media-buying optimization technology for the display advertising sector. The company has developed a platform that enables advertisers and agencies to engage in real-time bidding for display ad space. This technology allows users to set up and manage automated strategies for buying and optimizing online media, facilitating intelligent purchasing across various sources of real-time bidded inventory. Through its platform, Invite Media aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of display ad campaigns for advertisers, agencies, and agency trading desks.

Jingle Networks

Series C in 2008
Jingle Networks is a prominent provider of advertising and technology solutions focused on voice and mobile business search. The company connects businesses with consumers ready to transact by leveraging a robust new media channel within the growing business search market. Jingle Networks offers tailored solutions for carriers, network operators, advertising agencies, brand marketers, and small businesses. Its services enable thousands of national brands and local businesses to utilize brief in-call audio or text advertisements to attract new customers during phone calls or online searches. The company's innovative technology has made it a preferred choice for network operators and telecom carriers. Jingle Networks is also known for creating the free directory assistance service 1-800-FREE411, allowing consumers to obtain phone numbers without charge. This service is funded by short, targeted advertising messages that play while the caller waits for information. Founded by experienced professionals in advertising and technology, Jingle Networks continues to deliver effective solutions for building brand awareness and maximizing business search outcomes.

OpenX

Series B in 2007
OpenX, headquartered in Pasadena, California, is a digital advertising technology company. It offers a platform that enables businesses to manage and optimize their ad revenue across various connected screens and formats. OpenX's technology aggregates and values consumer interest in real-time, allowing marketers to reach specific audiences. The company serves over 30,000 brands, 1,200 websites, and 2,000 premium mobile apps globally. Additionally, OpenX provides publishers with an open-source ad server solution, reducing their reliance on Google AdSense by offering access to a wide variety of ad networks.

AppNexus

Seed Round in 2007
AppNexus Inc. is a technology company that specializes in a cloud-based software platform designed to enhance and streamline programmatic online advertising. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices both domestically and internationally, AppNexus provides a comprehensive suite of tools for advertisers and publishers. Its platform maximizes campaign performance and yield for online inventory, offering trading solutions and marketplaces for digital advertising. Advertisers can create custom trading desks and advertising networks, while the AppNexus Publisher Suite empowers publishers to optimize revenue through various demand sources. Key features include PriceCheck, a header bidding solution for diverse ad formats, and the AppNexus Apps program, which enables third-party technology vendors to develop tailored features for their clients. By leveraging data and machine learning, AppNexus facilitates intelligent, AI-driven advertising campaigns for marketers and agencies.

Invite Media

Seed Round in 2007
Invite Media specializes in media-buying optimization technology for the display advertising sector. The company has developed a platform that enables advertisers and agencies to engage in real-time bidding for display ad space. This technology allows users to set up and manage automated strategies for buying and optimizing online media, facilitating intelligent purchasing across various sources of real-time bidded inventory. Through its platform, Invite Media aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of display ad campaigns for advertisers, agencies, and agency trading desks.

Sendori

Series A in 2007
Sendori specializes in digital marketing solutions designed to benefit both advertisers and publishers by reducing costs, generating revenue, and safeguarding brand equity. The company offers a diverse range of high-converting traffic through its proprietary and third-party network sources. Additionally, Sendori utilizes patented one-click redirect technology and a robust ad serving platform to enhance digital advertising campaigns, focusing on driving conversions and lowering customer acquisition costs. Furthermore, Sendori provides internet navigation support that improves the customer experience by facilitating faster access to popular websites and enhancing security by minimizing the risk of typos leading to malicious sites.

Say Media

Series D in 2007
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.

Say Media

Series D in 2007
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.

Transpera

Series A in 2007
Transpera is a mobile technology company specializing in video monetization for mobile devices. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the deployment of mobile video services, catering to online content owners, network operators, and advertisers. Through its patent-pending advertising platform and bridging technology, Transpera connects the various components necessary for successful mobile video initiatives. It empowers video publishers to mobilize and distribute content effectively, while also providing brand owners and advertisers with direct channels to reach their target audiences. Additionally, Transpera enhances video offerings for mobile carriers, serving a diverse range of clients, including well-known media brands and networks.

OpenX

Series A in 2007
OpenX, headquartered in Pasadena, California, is a digital advertising technology company. It offers a platform that enables businesses to manage and optimize their ad revenue across various connected screens and formats. OpenX's technology aggregates and values consumer interest in real-time, allowing marketers to reach specific audiences. The company serves over 30,000 brands, 1,200 websites, and 2,000 premium mobile apps globally. Additionally, OpenX provides publishers with an open-source ad server solution, reducing their reliance on Google AdSense by offering access to a wide variety of ad networks.

ScanScout

Series A in 2007
ScanScout is a leading online video advertising network that collaborates with major advertisers and publishers to enhance video advertising opportunities. By partnering with publishers, ScanScout generates significant revenue streams, enabling them to effectively monetize their video content while maintaining a user-friendly experience. For advertisers, the platform offers capabilities to target, optimize, and deliver ad messages tailored to specific content and audiences, thereby increasing user engagement. As one of the largest online video networks, ScanScout serves hundreds of millions of ad impressions monthly and is headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York and Los Angeles.

MeetMe

Series A in 2007
MeetMe is a prominent social network in the United States focused on facilitating connections among individuals. Originally known as MyYearbook, the platform emphasizes social discovery through engaging applications and games, which are monetized via advertising and virtual currency. With a significant portion of its traffic originating from mobile devices, MeetMe caters to the mobile generation, offering services through its website and mobile applications available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. The company also provides livestreaming video solutions and tools for the creator economy, enabling brands to engage and monetize their audiences effectively. Overall, MeetMe aims to create a vibrant community where users can find like-minded individuals and foster meaningful interactions.

RockYou Media

Series A in 2007
RockYou, Inc. is an interactive media and entertainment company that specializes in in-game video advertising and the development of social games. Founded in 2005 and based in San Francisco, the company operates a video advertising platform that connects premium brands with users across various digital environments, including Facebook, the web, and mobile devices. RockYou's advertising network reaches approximately 68 million monthly viewers, providing brands and publishers with engaging content tailored for a multicultural audience. The company's portfolio includes a diverse range of free-to-play games spanning multiple genres and platforms, aimed at entertaining users while facilitating connections in an online networking space. However, in February 2019, RockYou, Inc. filed for voluntary liquidation under Chapter 7 in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.

BiggerBoat

Series A in 2006
BiggerBoat operates as an online advertising network that specializes in advertising within the entertainment sector. By leveraging digital platforms, BiggerBoat aims to connect advertisers with audiences through engaging content related to entertainment, enhancing visibility and reach for brands. The company emphasizes creating effective advertising solutions that resonate with consumers in an increasingly digital landscape.

ScanScout

Series A in 2006
ScanScout is a leading online video advertising network that collaborates with major advertisers and publishers to enhance video advertising opportunities. By partnering with publishers, ScanScout generates significant revenue streams, enabling them to effectively monetize their video content while maintaining a user-friendly experience. For advertisers, the platform offers capabilities to target, optimize, and deliver ad messages tailored to specific content and audiences, thereby increasing user engagement. As one of the largest online video networks, ScanScout serves hundreds of millions of ad impressions monthly and is headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York and Los Angeles.

Say Media

Series C in 2006
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.

ScanScout

Series A in 2006
ScanScout is a leading online video advertising network that collaborates with major advertisers and publishers to enhance video advertising opportunities. By partnering with publishers, ScanScout generates significant revenue streams, enabling them to effectively monetize their video content while maintaining a user-friendly experience. For advertisers, the platform offers capabilities to target, optimize, and deliver ad messages tailored to specific content and audiences, thereby increasing user engagement. As one of the largest online video networks, ScanScout serves hundreds of millions of ad impressions monthly and is headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York and Los Angeles.

Aggregate Knowledge

Series A in 2006
Aggregate Knowledge is a media intelligence company that specializes in providing advertisers and agencies with a comprehensive platform to identify and reach high-performing customers. Its patented media intelligence platform integrates both media and audience data, allowing marketers to optimize their advertising strategies effectively. By delivering real-time personalization and audience-centric display optimization services, Aggregate Knowledge enables clients to execute tailored advertising campaigns that enhance media spend efficiency, increase reach, and drive higher sales. The company's focus on combining data management solutions with actionable insights positions it as a pivotal player in the advertising technology landscape.

Say Media

Series B in 2006
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.

Aggregate Knowledge

Seed Round in 2006
Aggregate Knowledge is a media intelligence company that specializes in providing advertisers and agencies with a comprehensive platform to identify and reach high-performing customers. Its patented media intelligence platform integrates both media and audience data, allowing marketers to optimize their advertising strategies effectively. By delivering real-time personalization and audience-centric display optimization services, Aggregate Knowledge enables clients to execute tailored advertising campaigns that enhance media spend efficiency, increase reach, and drive higher sales. The company's focus on combining data management solutions with actionable insights positions it as a pivotal player in the advertising technology landscape.

Jingle Networks

Series A in 2005
Jingle Networks is a prominent provider of advertising and technology solutions focused on voice and mobile business search. The company connects businesses with consumers ready to transact by leveraging a robust new media channel within the growing business search market. Jingle Networks offers tailored solutions for carriers, network operators, advertising agencies, brand marketers, and small businesses. Its services enable thousands of national brands and local businesses to utilize brief in-call audio or text advertisements to attract new customers during phone calls or online searches. The company's innovative technology has made it a preferred choice for network operators and telecom carriers. Jingle Networks is also known for creating the free directory assistance service 1-800-FREE411, allowing consumers to obtain phone numbers without charge. This service is funded by short, targeted advertising messages that play while the caller waits for information. Founded by experienced professionals in advertising and technology, Jingle Networks continues to deliver effective solutions for building brand awareness and maximizing business search outcomes.

StumbleUpon

Seed Round in 2005
StumbleUpon is a content discovery platform designed to help users find new and interesting web and mobile content tailored to their preferences. With a user base exceeding 25 million, the platform allows individuals to share their favorite webpages, submit ratings and reviews, and receive personalized recommendations. StumbleUpon also offers a Paid Discovery service, utilized by over 80,000 brands and marketers to promote their products and services effectively. By combining user engagement with innovative content curation, StumbleUpon aims to enhance the online experience, making it easier for users to explore a diverse range of information and entertainment.

Jingle Networks

Series A in 2005
Jingle Networks is a prominent provider of advertising and technology solutions focused on voice and mobile business search. The company connects businesses with consumers ready to transact by leveraging a robust new media channel within the growing business search market. Jingle Networks offers tailored solutions for carriers, network operators, advertising agencies, brand marketers, and small businesses. Its services enable thousands of national brands and local businesses to utilize brief in-call audio or text advertisements to attract new customers during phone calls or online searches. The company's innovative technology has made it a preferred choice for network operators and telecom carriers. Jingle Networks is also known for creating the free directory assistance service 1-800-FREE411, allowing consumers to obtain phone numbers without charge. This service is funded by short, targeted advertising messages that play while the caller waits for information. Founded by experienced professionals in advertising and technology, Jingle Networks continues to deliver effective solutions for building brand awareness and maximizing business search outcomes.

Adchemy

Series A in 2005
Adchemy is a developer of digital advertising technology and a data management platform focused on enhancing online brands' e-commerce revenue acquisition. The company's software simplifies digital marketing campaigns, enabling clients to create effective ads with ease. Adchemy's platform automates best practices for keyword and product listing ads, leading to significant improvements in performance metrics. Clients typically see an increase of over 400 percent in impressions, more than 150 percent in clicks, and at least 100 percent in revenue, all while achieving or exceeding their target return on ad spend. The core of Adchemy's offering is the Adchemy IntentGraph, which allows marketers to structure campaigns using business language centered around products rather than keywords. This approach helps businesses gain insights into their online audiences, develop targeted segments, and deliver relevant advertising that enhances engagement and conversion rates.

Say Media

Series A in 2005
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.
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