Forté Ventures

Forté Ventures is an early-stage technology-focused venture capital firm founded in 2012 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It makes investments in technology companies across the United States and Canada, with a focus on mobility, digital media, financial technology, and technology-enabled services. The firm provides capital and strategic guidance to help startups grow and scale in competitive markets.

Hunter Hartwell

Principal

Thomas Hawkins

Founder, CEO, Managing Partner and Investment Committee Chairman

John Patton

Partner

Louis Rajczi

Partner

Edward Wilson

Partner

Past deals in Georgia

Springbot

Series C in 2018
Springbot develops an e-commerce marketing platform tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that integrates various data, content, and multi-channel marketing tools to simplify marketing efforts. Features include signup forms, automation editors, email campaigns, social marketing, online ads, and more. The platform aims to help online retailers boost revenue through data-driven marketing strategies. Founded in 2011, Springbot focuses on making digital marketing more efficient and effective for its clients.

OpsDataStore

Series A in 2015
OpsDataStore, Inc. is a company that develops a real-time data store platform designed to enhance IT operations through improved visibility and analytics. By providing a centralized platform, OpsDataStore enables users to monitor, manage capacity, and analyze their IT environments effectively. The platform facilitates end-to-end monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization across diverse IT infrastructures, allowing businesses to maintain performance and reliability in revenue-generating applications. Additionally, OpsDataStore's ecosystem approach integrates with various management software vendors, enabling customers to select best-of-breed solutions and achieve seamless data integration. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia, OpsDataStore aims to help organizations enhance their service quality, boost revenue, and improve customer retention.

Springbot

Series A in 2013
Springbot develops an e-commerce marketing platform tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that integrates various data, content, and multi-channel marketing tools to simplify marketing efforts. Features include signup forms, automation editors, email campaigns, social marketing, online ads, and more. The platform aims to help online retailers boost revenue through data-driven marketing strategies. Founded in 2011, Springbot focuses on making digital marketing more efficient and effective for its clients.

Springbot

Seed Round in 2013
Springbot develops an e-commerce marketing platform tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that integrates various data, content, and multi-channel marketing tools to simplify marketing efforts. Features include signup forms, automation editors, email campaigns, social marketing, online ads, and more. The platform aims to help online retailers boost revenue through data-driven marketing strategies. Founded in 2011, Springbot focuses on making digital marketing more efficient and effective for its clients.

EcoSMART Technologies

Series D in 2013
EcoSMART Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of pesticide solutions and pet care products that utilize natural ingredients. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company specializes in a wide array of pest control products, including insecticides for ants, roaches, bed bugs, fleas, ticks, and a variety of garden fungicides and herbicides. EcoSMART distinguishes itself by offering a complete line of EPA-exempt pesticides that are effective and safe, relying on patented technology and extensive scientific research. The company’s formulations harness the natural defenses of plants, using essential oils that target insect neuro-receptors to effectively repel and eliminate pests without harmful toxins or residues. In addition to pest control solutions, EcoSMART provides pet care products such as shampoos, conditioners, and flea and tick treatments. The company markets its products online and through retail channels, positioning itself as a leader in safe pesticide solutions. EcoSMART operates as a subsidiary of Kittrich Corporation.

Inform

Series A in 2013
Inform, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in personalized content delivery and performance-based monetization solutions for advertisers and publishers across mobile and desktop platforms. Founded in 2004 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, with additional offices in California and New York, Inform develops a range of innovative tools designed to enhance the user experience and increase revenue for content publishers. Its offerings include Perfect Pixel, which allows seamless video embedding on web pages; Editor’s Choice, an automated video solution; and Dynamic Placement, which strategically positions engaging videos within articles. Inform's Digital Media Exchange connects over 500 content partners, providing access to premium video from notable sources such as ABC and Bloomberg, and serves a wide array of publishing partners. The company's technology also automates keyword extraction and content mapping, further helping publishers enhance user engagement. As a top online video platform in the U.S., Inform reaches 200 million unique users monthly and facilitates over 1 billion video views annually, making it a significant player in the digital media landscape.

Inform

Seed Round in 2012
Inform, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in personalized content delivery and performance-based monetization solutions for advertisers and publishers across mobile and desktop platforms. Founded in 2004 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, with additional offices in California and New York, Inform develops a range of innovative tools designed to enhance the user experience and increase revenue for content publishers. Its offerings include Perfect Pixel, which allows seamless video embedding on web pages; Editor’s Choice, an automated video solution; and Dynamic Placement, which strategically positions engaging videos within articles. Inform's Digital Media Exchange connects over 500 content partners, providing access to premium video from notable sources such as ABC and Bloomberg, and serves a wide array of publishing partners. The company's technology also automates keyword extraction and content mapping, further helping publishers enhance user engagement. As a top online video platform in the U.S., Inform reaches 200 million unique users monthly and facilitates over 1 billion video views annually, making it a significant player in the digital media landscape.
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