Grotech Ventures

Grotech Ventures, established in 1984, is a Virginia-based private equity firm specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies across the United States. The firm invests between $0.5 million and $5 million in high-growth technology startups, focusing on sectors such as software, cybersecurity, fintech, and vertical applications. Grotech Ventures is known for its collaborative, long-term approach, aligning its success with that of its partners and providing meaningful contributions beyond capital. The firm seeks innovative entrepreneurs with fresh ideas and breakthrough innovations, supporting them through their early and growth stages.

Chuck Cullen

General Partner and CFO

Sharon Gogol

Vice President and Controller

Meghan Pfeifer

Vice President, Finance

209 past transactions

Notable Systems

Series B in 2025
Notable Systems, Inc. is a Denver-based company that specializes in developing a health data platform aimed at improving healthcare information technology. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on humanizing the process of health data input and access. Its technology facilitates intuitive data entry and passive data collection, allowing healthcare organizations to efficiently capture and access health data across various systems and departments. The platform is designed to streamline the flow of information by routing documents to the appropriate locations and enabling real-time corrections or clarifications. Additionally, Notable Systems supports integration with different products through an open API, enhancing the overall accessibility and utility of health data for both clinicians and patients.

Sturdy

Seed Round in 2025
Sturdy is a software company that helps businesses enhance customer experiences using data-driven insights. It develops technology to analyze various signals like bug reports, feature requests, and sentiment, enabling customer experience (CX) and product teams to prioritize actions that impact relationships and revenue. Sturdy's platform employs machine learning, artificial intelligence, and secure infrastructure to unify communication channels, making them searchable and alterable while ensuring enterprise-grade security. This allows clients to anticipate and address churn, identify upsell opportunities, and improve sales effectiveness.

Krista Software

Series A in 2024
Krista Software is a developer of an innovative platform that leverages conversational AI to enhance customer satisfaction for businesses. The platform is designed to automate business outcomes and facilitate the development of machine learning models from the ground up. By utilizing a domain-specific language, Krista's software enables contextual communication with employees and integrates seamlessly with internal IT systems and commercial off-the-shelf software. This capability allows businesses to move away from traditional user interface-based automation, reducing the maintenance and upkeep typically associated with such systems. Krista Software aims to simplify the application of collective AI, making it more accessible for organizations to achieve their operational goals.

Pgedge

Seed Round in 2024
PgEdge is a technology company that specializes in distributed PostgreSQL, focusing on optimizing network edge performance to minimize data latency and ensure ultra-high availability. The company provides a fully managed cloud service that leverages multi-active, multi-master, and multi-region capabilities. This innovative approach enables developers to easily build and deploy highly distributed database applications across a global network. PgEdge's solutions are particularly suited for mission-critical applications that require reliable and efficient data management across diverse geographic locations.

Base Operations

Series A in 2023
Base Operations Inc. is a security solutions provider specializing in threat analysis through its advanced threat intelligence platform. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company focuses on aggregating, visualizing, and interpreting threat data to help organizations mitigate risks and safeguard their personnel and assets. Its offerings include street-level threat assessments, neighborhood threat ratings, and sophisticated visualizations, which utilize crowdsourced and official data to address geolocation-based challenges. The platform features a granular threat database enhanced by AI-powered predictive analytics, enabling organizations to derive actionable insights and improve response times for security tasks. Additionally, it includes a dashboard for security personnel, facilitating communication with employees in the field and enhancing overall safety during travel.

Yardstik

Venture Round in 2023
Yardstik is a background screening platform that streamlines the vetting process for organizations by offering a suite of screening, fraud, and compliance products. The company's API-first platform facilitates background and certification checks, allowing businesses to integrate human security seamlessly into their operations. By enhancing the efficiency of background checks, Yardstik enables clients to save time and resources while fostering trust and safety within their communities. The solutions provided by Yardstik are designed to support organizations in making informed hiring decisions and building healthier business environments.

Cognota

Series A in 2023
Cognota is a cloud-based operations platform tailored for learning and development (L&D) teams, designed to manage all aspects of learning operations in a unified environment. The platform enhances productivity by streamlining training request management, improving project and capacity planning, and facilitating efficient collaboration with subject matter experts. By consolidating various functions into a single tool, Cognota helps organizations eliminate reliance on multiple disparate systems, thereby optimizing L&D spending and decision-making. Its features support instructional design processes and promote agility within training teams. Additionally, Cognota fosters a community for L&D professionals, providing resources and insights to stay informed about industry trends and best practices.

Vali Cyber

Seed Round in 2023
ValiCyber focuses on providing security solutions specifically for Linux environments, offering a platform that effectively secures workloads and prevents cyber attacks through proactive hardening techniques. The technology automatically identifies and resolves security issues, allowing for efficient multi-tenant management and easy generation of incident reports. This scalable platform minimizes the resource impact of security measures, ensuring that computing resources are preserved for essential tasks while providing organizations with robust protection against potential threats. ValiCyber’s approach enables businesses to maintain operational efficiency while safeguarding their critical assets against cyber attacks.

Datasembly

Series B in 2023
Datasembly, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2014. It specializes in transforming web data content into structured information, focusing on grocery and retail pricing records. Datasembly's primary solution aggregates pricing data from a wide range of retailers and quick-service restaurants on a weekly basis, aiming to collect comprehensive price information for every product sold in stores daily. The company utilizes advanced technologies, including natural language processing and machine learning, to process this highly volatile data into customized, actionable reports. These insights empower brands, retailers, and analytics firms to make informed, cost-effective business decisions. Additionally, the data provided by Datasembly supports economic indicators, market research, and consumer applications, enhancing operational efficiency for its clients.

Incentivio

Series A in 2023
Incentivio is a developer of an intelligent guest engagement platform tailored for the restaurant industry, aiming to enhance the dining experience in the digital age. The platform supports restaurants in acquiring new customers, boosting visit frequency and spending, and fostering loyalty among both first-time visitors and repeat patrons. By leveraging a combination of online ordering, white-label apps, loyalty programs, analytics, and guest journey management, Incentivio provides a comprehensive system that helps restaurants improve customer retention while also reducing operational costs. Its focus on data-driven marketing and machine learning upsell strategies enables restaurants to maximize revenue and establish lasting connections with their guests.

Cloverly

Series A in 2023
Cloverly is a clean-tech startup that offers a sustainability-as-a-service platform designed to help businesses and organizations achieve carbon neutrality. By connecting online buyers to local renewable energy sources, Cloverly provides tools that facilitate the purchase of carbon offsets for various activities, such as e-commerce shipments and rideshare services. The platform utilizes real-time calculations powered by an API to assess the carbon impact of these activities, allowing users to see the source of their offsets. Cloverly's algorithm matches customers with the nearest options for carbon avoidance or sequestration, ensuring a localized impact. Through this innovative approach, the company makes carbon offsets accessible and promotes sustainable practices among consumers and businesses alike.

FOUNT

Series A in 2023
FOUNT is a SaaS technology provider established in 2022, with headquarters in Washington D.C., London, and Hamburg. The company specializes in identifying, quantifying, and reducing work friction within organizations. Utilizing targeted surveys and advanced analytics, FOUNT offers enterprise leaders actionable insights derived from over 7 million friction data points, which serve as benchmarks for assessing workplace dynamics. Its platform aids in digital transformations, optimizes AI adoption, and addresses hidden operational challenges, ultimately enhancing productivity and employee experience. By focusing on areas of employee friction and analyzing related data, FOUNT helps organizations minimize disengagement and burnout among their workforce.

Speedscale

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Speedscale Inc. is a software company founded in 2020 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, that specializes in application testing to minimize errors in production environments. The company's platform is designed for Kubernetes engineering teams, allowing them to validate new code under production-like workload conditions. Speedscale's solutions include capabilities for collecting and replaying API traffic, introducing chaos, and measuring key performance indicators such as latency, throughput, saturation, and errors prior to code release. By automating the creation of performance tests and offering a virtual environment that mirrors real-world conditions, Speedscale provides an efficient alternative to traditional testing methods, which can be time-consuming and less effective for modern architectures.

Pgedge

Seed Round in 2023
PgEdge is a technology company that specializes in distributed PostgreSQL, focusing on optimizing network edge performance to minimize data latency and ensure ultra-high availability. The company provides a fully managed cloud service that leverages multi-active, multi-master, and multi-region capabilities. This innovative approach enables developers to easily build and deploy highly distributed database applications across a global network. PgEdge's solutions are particularly suited for mission-critical applications that require reliable and efficient data management across diverse geographic locations.

Apkudo

Series C in 2023
Apkudo, Inc. is a technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2010, that specializes in solutions for managing the lifecycle of connected devices. The company provides a comprehensive platform that facilitates the efficient handling of mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronics by automating processes such as certification, trade-in, recovery, resale, and device processing. Apkudo's Circular Industry Platform allows businesses to maximize the value of their devices while minimizing e-waste, offering decision-support and operational tools that ensure seamless transitions throughout a device’s lifecycle. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of real-time data among stakeholders in the global device ecosystem, Apkudo enhances operational efficiencies and improves margins for original equipment manufacturers and mobile network operators.

Sunstone Credit

Series A in 2023
Sunstone Credit is dedicated to democratizing access to solar energy for small and medium-sized businesses. By integrating climate, finance, and technology, the company has developed a robust technology platform that collaborates with leading financial institutions and a nationwide network of solar developers. This approach allows Sunstone to provide straightforward, affordable solar loan products with flexible terms and a simplified application process. Through these services, SMBs can finance their solar installations, enabling them to own their solar assets and benefit from reduced energy costs while contributing to a more sustainable environment. Sunstone Credit's mission is to facilitate a transition to cleaner energy sources, ultimately supporting a greener future for all.

Parallax

Series B in 2023
Parallax, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Edina, Minnesota, specializes in developing tools designed to enhance organizational alignment and decision-making. The company focuses on empowering digital services firms to improve their operational efficiency and financial performance through predictive resourcing and active forecasting. By offering a curated perspective and an integrated toolset, Parallax alleviates the challenges posed by traditional in-house tools and monolithic platforms that often silo critical data and decision-making processes. This approach enables teams to navigate uncertainties with greater confidence and to make informed strategic decisions that drive growth and increase profitability.

Tellius

Series B in 2022
Tellius, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializes in providing an AI-powered business analytics platform designed for enterprises seeking accelerated data-driven insights and decision-making. The company's core offering is a search-enabled visualization tool coupled with a proprietary recommendation engine that automates basic data interpretation using machine learning algorithms. This enables Tellius to uncover hidden correlations, trends, and anomalies within large datasets, presenting them as suggested visualizations and predictive models. Unlike traditional BI tools, Tellius' platform is built on Apache Spark, ensuring scalability and performance in big data environments.

Rewst

Venture Round in 2022
Rewst is a Robotic Process Automation (RPA) platform specifically designed for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). The company focuses on offering low-code and no-code solutions to facilitate task automation, particularly for smaller MSPs. By integrating with various tools such as customer relationship management (CRM) systems, ticketing systems, and accounting software, Rewst enables businesses to enhance operational efficiency. The platform allows users to track performance and identify improvement areas, ultimately helping organizations save costs and streamline processes.

ThreatX

Series B in 2022
ThreatX is a cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting application programming interfaces (APIs) from various threats, including DDoS attacks, bot attacks, and exploitations of vulnerabilities. Its cloud-based platform offers multi-layered detection capabilities that accurately identify malicious actors and dynamically respond to threats, ensuring comprehensive protection for organizations across diverse industries worldwide. By leveraging cloud-optimized infrastructure, ThreatX delivers effective bot management and DDoS mitigation services, enabling businesses to safeguard their networks and effectively manage cybersecurity risks.

CrowdStreet

Venture Round in 2022
CrowdStreet, Inc. is an online marketplace based in Portland, Oregon, specializing in commercial real estate investment. Founded in 2013, the company connects accredited investors with institutional-quality real estate opportunities, providing direct access to a diverse range of investment offerings. Its platform enables commercial real estate developers and operators to effectively engage with investors, facilitating the acquisition and management of capital for their projects. Additionally, CrowdStreet offers investment advisory services to privately managed accounts linked to its marketplace. With a user-friendly interface, the platform equips over 100,000 investors with the necessary tools to review, compare, and select investment opportunities that align with their financial goals.

Sturdy

Seed Round in 2022
Sturdy is a software company that helps businesses enhance customer experiences using data-driven insights. It develops technology to analyze various signals like bug reports, feature requests, and sentiment, enabling customer experience (CX) and product teams to prioritize actions that impact relationships and revenue. Sturdy's platform employs machine learning, artificial intelligence, and secure infrastructure to unify communication channels, making them searchable and alterable while ensuring enterprise-grade security. This allows clients to anticipate and address churn, identify upsell opportunities, and improve sales effectiveness.

Ceritas

Seed Round in 2022
Ceritas is a developer of a vulnerability analysis and remediation platform focused on critical infrastructure cybersecurity. The company employs advanced HBOM/DBOM technology to comprehensively map operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) components and their vulnerabilities. Ceritas's platform specializes in identifying hardware risk exposure down to the subcomponent level, providing an intuitive rating system that enables organizations to understand and mitigate their cyber-physical risks effectively. By delivering actionable data, Ceritas assists companies in reducing their attack surface and enhancing the security of their critical infrastructure.

EcoMap

Seed Round in 2022
EcoMap is a company that specializes in creating data and AI-driven solutions designed to enhance entrepreneurial ecosystems. By centralizing essential information about organizations, resources, and community activities, EcoMap's platform serves as a valuable tool for entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders. The company collaborates with various stakeholders, including government agencies and social impact enterprises, to improve resource connectivity and facilitate personalized opportunities for users. Additionally, EcoMap offers advanced algorithms and chatbots that streamline access to critical ecosystem information, ensuring that entrepreneurs can efficiently locate the resources they need within their local communities.

ShardSecure

Series A in 2022
ShardSecure, Inc. is a data protection company that specializes in encryption and cloud data security software solutions. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, the company employs its innovative Microshard technology to enhance the security of sensitive data stored and shared in the cloud. This technology works by breaking data into small fragments, which are then distributed across multiple cloud platforms and interspersed with false shards. This approach makes it exceedingly difficult for cybercriminals to reconstruct the original data, thereby safeguarding it against unauthorized access. ShardSecure's solutions are application-agnostic and function as a virtual storage appliance, providing an additional layer of defense against potential misconfigurations in cloud environments. The company integrates seamlessly with major cloud service providers, including AWS, Azure, Google, and IBM, offering a simplified and effective alternative for enterprises and government agencies seeking robust data security solutions.

Sunstone Credit

Seed Round in 2022
Sunstone Credit is dedicated to democratizing access to solar energy for small and medium-sized businesses. By integrating climate, finance, and technology, the company has developed a robust technology platform that collaborates with leading financial institutions and a nationwide network of solar developers. This approach allows Sunstone to provide straightforward, affordable solar loan products with flexible terms and a simplified application process. Through these services, SMBs can finance their solar installations, enabling them to own their solar assets and benefit from reduced energy costs while contributing to a more sustainable environment. Sunstone Credit's mission is to facilitate a transition to cleaner energy sources, ultimately supporting a greener future for all.

Apkudo

Venture Round in 2022
Apkudo, Inc. is a technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2010, that specializes in solutions for managing the lifecycle of connected devices. The company provides a comprehensive platform that facilitates the efficient handling of mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronics by automating processes such as certification, trade-in, recovery, resale, and device processing. Apkudo's Circular Industry Platform allows businesses to maximize the value of their devices while minimizing e-waste, offering decision-support and operational tools that ensure seamless transitions throughout a device’s lifecycle. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of real-time data among stakeholders in the global device ecosystem, Apkudo enhances operational efficiencies and improves margins for original equipment manufacturers and mobile network operators.

Yardstik

Series A in 2022
Yardstik is a background screening platform that streamlines the vetting process for organizations by offering a suite of screening, fraud, and compliance products. The company's API-first platform facilitates background and certification checks, allowing businesses to integrate human security seamlessly into their operations. By enhancing the efficiency of background checks, Yardstik enables clients to save time and resources while fostering trust and safety within their communities. The solutions provided by Yardstik are designed to support organizations in making informed hiring decisions and building healthier business environments.

Krista Software

Series A in 2022
Krista Software is a developer of an innovative platform that leverages conversational AI to enhance customer satisfaction for businesses. The platform is designed to automate business outcomes and facilitate the development of machine learning models from the ground up. By utilizing a domain-specific language, Krista's software enables contextual communication with employees and integrates seamlessly with internal IT systems and commercial off-the-shelf software. This capability allows businesses to move away from traditional user interface-based automation, reducing the maintenance and upkeep typically associated with such systems. Krista Software aims to simplify the application of collective AI, making it more accessible for organizations to achieve their operational goals.

FactoryFix

Series A in 2022
FactoryFix, established in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operates a platform that connects manufacturers with a vetted network of skilled workers. This includes engineers, machinists, maintenance technicians, and other specialized professionals. The company offers flexible hiring solutions, such as same-day service projects, part-time workers, and contract or temporary resources, as well as support for factory automation and engineering projects. By streamlining the hiring process and providing access to a large pool of qualified candidates, FactoryFix helps manufacturers fill their labor needs efficiently.

FOUNT

Seed Round in 2022
FOUNT is a SaaS technology provider established in 2022, with headquarters in Washington D.C., London, and Hamburg. The company specializes in identifying, quantifying, and reducing work friction within organizations. Utilizing targeted surveys and advanced analytics, FOUNT offers enterprise leaders actionable insights derived from over 7 million friction data points, which serve as benchmarks for assessing workplace dynamics. Its platform aids in digital transformations, optimizes AI adoption, and addresses hidden operational challenges, ultimately enhancing productivity and employee experience. By focusing on areas of employee friction and analyzing related data, FOUNT helps organizations minimize disengagement and burnout among their workforce.

Exhale

Seed Round in 2021
Exhale is a company that focuses on providing financial services aimed at enhancing the financial wellness of employees. It offers innovative solutions such as low-cost loans and on-demand access to wages, which enable workers to receive financial support for their efforts. By creating a platform that integrates these modern financial wellness benefits, Exhale helps employers improve their workforce's financial stability and future prospects. The company's approach combines elements of human resources, fintech, and hospitality to deliver comprehensive support tailored to the needs of today's employees.

The Mom Project

Series C in 2021
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women, particularly mothers, with employment opportunities across various sectors, including marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company serves a community of over 500,000 individuals, including moms, dads, and allies, facilitating access to flexible work arrangements at both large corporations and small businesses. In addition to matching job seekers with employers, The Mom Project also provides insights and recommendations to companies on improving workplace conditions for women, aiming to foster a more supportive environment for mothers while redefining traditional career structures.

Youreka Labs

Series A in 2021
Youreka Labs is a technology company that specializes in providing a no-code mobile platform designed to close the skills gap for frontline workers. Its Salesforce-native application simplifies the creation and management of smart mobile forms and procedures, enhancing operational efficiency across various industries. The company develops robotic smart mobile assistants that support frontline employees in sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, energy, utilities, and the public sector. By facilitating knowledge-sharing, offsite assistance, and feedback, Youreka Labs enables clients to optimize their productivity and improve safety in the workplace.

Parallax

Series A in 2021
Parallax, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Edina, Minnesota, specializes in developing tools designed to enhance organizational alignment and decision-making. The company focuses on empowering digital services firms to improve their operational efficiency and financial performance through predictive resourcing and active forecasting. By offering a curated perspective and an integrated toolset, Parallax alleviates the challenges posed by traditional in-house tools and monolithic platforms that often silo critical data and decision-making processes. This approach enables teams to navigate uncertainties with greater confidence and to make informed strategic decisions that drive growth and increase profitability.

Payzer

Series D in 2021
Payzer is a developer of mobile and internet payment applications designed to facilitate payments and enable credit for users with instant approvals. The company offers a cloud-based platform that allows customers to accept payments through credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks, whether in the field or at their home office. This system provides real-time tracking capabilities across organizations, helping contractors to operate more efficiently and effectively manage their businesses through streamlined payment processes.

ThreatX

Series B in 2021
ThreatX is a cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting application programming interfaces (APIs) from various threats, including DDoS attacks, bot attacks, and exploitations of vulnerabilities. Its cloud-based platform offers multi-layered detection capabilities that accurately identify malicious actors and dynamically respond to threats, ensuring comprehensive protection for organizations across diverse industries worldwide. By leveraging cloud-optimized infrastructure, ThreatX delivers effective bot management and DDoS mitigation services, enabling businesses to safeguard their networks and effectively manage cybersecurity risks.

Pet Screening

Series A in 2021
Pet Screening, LLC is a company based in Cornelius, North Carolina, that specializes in managing pet policies for property owners and housing providers. Founded in 2016, the company provides a platform that screens household pets, validates reasonable accommodation requests for assistance animals, and ensures residents understand their pet policies. Pet Screening offers a secure location for residents to store and share critical information about their pets, such as vaccination records, behavioral history, and photos. This centralized approach helps landlords and property managers make informed decisions regarding their pet policies while enhancing overall management processes related to pets in rental properties.

Tellius

Series A in 2021
Tellius, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializes in providing an AI-powered business analytics platform designed for enterprises seeking accelerated data-driven insights and decision-making. The company's core offering is a search-enabled visualization tool coupled with a proprietary recommendation engine that automates basic data interpretation using machine learning algorithms. This enables Tellius to uncover hidden correlations, trends, and anomalies within large datasets, presenting them as suggested visualizations and predictive models. Unlike traditional BI tools, Tellius' platform is built on Apache Spark, ensuring scalability and performance in big data environments.

Rent Ready

Series A in 2021
Rent Ready is a comprehensive service provider specializing in preparing vacant apartments for new tenants. The company offers a range of services, including painting, cleaning, carpet cleaning, refinishing countertops and tubs, and general maintenance, all through a single point of contact. This streamlined approach allows apartment communities to efficiently manage the transition from move-out to move-in, ensuring that properties are ready for occupancy according to their schedules. Rent Ready operates an online platform that leverages a proprietary logistics system to connect apartment communities with skilled professionals, facilitating coordination and reducing the need for multiple vendors. Their commitment to excellent customer service enhances the overall experience for property managers and landlords, simplifying the make-ready process.

Webscale Networks

Series C in 2021
Webscale Networks, Inc., established in 2012, specializes in developing Webscale, an integrated solution for delivering web applications. Its cloud-based platform offers auto-scaling capabilities driven by predictive analytics and big data, ensuring optimal resource allocation. Key features include application delivery controller (ADC) layer scaling, RESTful API configuration, simplified integration with new providers, content optimization, security, load balancing, caching, self-healing, DNS management, visibility, mobile optimization, and a Web Application Firewall. Additionally, the company provides tailored solutions for e-commerce applications, including a customizable global deployment platform, multi-cloud disaster recovery, bot management, and enterprise solutions. Webscale operates globally with offices in Sunnyvale (California), Boulder (Colorado), and Bengaluru (India).

ChurnZero

Series B in 2021
ChurnZero, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a SaaS platform designed for subscription-based businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Arlington, Virginia, ChurnZero's platform helps companies enhance customer retention and reduce churn by delivering real-time insights into customer engagement and product usage. The software enables businesses to monitor customer health, automate communications, and create personalized experiences through targeted touchpoints. Key features of the platform include customer journeys, health scoring, survey tools, segmentation, and reporting capabilities. By leveraging these tools, businesses can better understand customer behavior, identify potential risks, and take proactive measures to improve satisfaction and loyalty.

WireWheel

Series B in 2021
WireWheel, Inc. is a software company specializing in data privacy management solutions, designed to assist organizations in complying with various data protection regulations such as the EU GDPR and HIPAA. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, WireWheel offers a cloud-based platform that integrates machine learning and data science to streamline privacy program management and subject rights request handling. The platform facilitates the automatic mapping of public cloud assets and aids in managing third-party relationships, enabling organizations to effectively navigate compliance obligations while maximizing the value of their data assets. WireWheel's innovative approach positions its clients to operationalize privacy effectively within their enterprises.

Apkudo

Series B in 2020
Apkudo, Inc. is a technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2010, that specializes in solutions for managing the lifecycle of connected devices. The company provides a comprehensive platform that facilitates the efficient handling of mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronics by automating processes such as certification, trade-in, recovery, resale, and device processing. Apkudo's Circular Industry Platform allows businesses to maximize the value of their devices while minimizing e-waste, offering decision-support and operational tools that ensure seamless transitions throughout a device’s lifecycle. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of real-time data among stakeholders in the global device ecosystem, Apkudo enhances operational efficiencies and improves margins for original equipment manufacturers and mobile network operators.

Perishable Shipping Solutions

Series A in 2020
Perishable Shipping Solutions, Inc. is a company specializing in e-commerce order fulfillment services for food and beverage brands that require temperature-controlled storage and shipping. Based in Youngstown, Ohio, and operating from bicoastal facilities, the company serves both small and large businesses with a focus on frozen, cold, and preservative-free foods. Its comprehensive service offerings include receiving and storing products, pick and pack operations, shipping, tracking notifications, and environmentally responsible packaging solutions. By effectively managing the logistics of perishable goods, Perishable Shipping Solutions enables clients, including restaurants and direct-to-consumer operations, to safely deliver healthy food to their customers. Founded in 2016, the company is committed to providing reliable and efficient supply chain management for the perishable foods sector.

The Mom Project

Series B in 2020
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women, particularly mothers, with employment opportunities across various sectors, including marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company serves a community of over 500,000 individuals, including moms, dads, and allies, facilitating access to flexible work arrangements at both large corporations and small businesses. In addition to matching job seekers with employers, The Mom Project also provides insights and recommendations to companies on improving workplace conditions for women, aiming to foster a more supportive environment for mothers while redefining traditional career structures.

Urjanet

Series D in 2020
Urjanet, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for automated access to utility data. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional location in Chennai, India, Urjanet connects directly to utility providers to acquire and normalize utility bills and interval data. Its offerings include automated access to utility bill data across various utilities, granular measurements of energy consumption, and advanced metering infrastructure data without requiring additional hardware or software. The platform also features capabilities for weather data analysis and alerts for billing and consumption anomalies. Urjanet's solutions are designed to improve business intelligence, energy management, accounting, and procurement processes for organizations, enabling them to enhance financial performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability.

Cerebro Capital

Seed Round in 2020
Cerebro Capital, Inc. is a technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a web-based portal tailored for middle-market companies seeking to utilize credit facilities for operational needs, growth, or acquisitions. The platform integrates data from over 80 lenders and employs analytics to effectively match financing types with suitable lenders, enhancing transparency in the borrowing process. By providing a comprehensive online loan management system, Cerebro Capital aims to improve the efficiency of lending for corporate borrowers and financial intermediaries. The company equips users with access to critical market expertise, detailed term sheets, and continuous monitoring of credit standing and debt capacity, ultimately transforming how financial teams evaluate and source corporate credit.

CrowdStreet

Series C in 2019
CrowdStreet, Inc. is an online marketplace based in Portland, Oregon, specializing in commercial real estate investment. Founded in 2013, the company connects accredited investors with institutional-quality real estate opportunities, providing direct access to a diverse range of investment offerings. Its platform enables commercial real estate developers and operators to effectively engage with investors, facilitating the acquisition and management of capital for their projects. Additionally, CrowdStreet offers investment advisory services to privately managed accounts linked to its marketplace. With a user-friendly interface, the platform equips over 100,000 investors with the necessary tools to review, compare, and select investment opportunities that align with their financial goals.

Stardog

Series B in 2019
Stardog is a privately held company based in Arlington, Virginia, specializing in an Enterprise Knowledge Graph platform that enables organizations to unify their data for improved decision-making. The platform integrates graph databases with an artificial intelligence-based knowledge toolkit to tackle complex data unification challenges at an infrastructure level. This allows clients, including industry leaders such as Bosch, Ericsson, BNY Mellon, NASA, and the NIH, to create a flexible data layer that supports various applications. Recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2020, Stardog is committed to transforming data into actionable knowledge that drives effective digital transformations.

Drum

Seed Round in 2019
Drum is a gig economy platform that aims to enhance the lives of millions by facilitating the creation and management of sales forces for businesses. Launched in 2019, it allows companies to establish a sales presence more efficiently than traditional advertising methods. In addition to supporting businesses, Drum provides a comprehensive platform for creators, enabling them to engage with their followers and monetize their content. The platform offers in-app analytics that help creators sell both digital and physical products directly through their profiles, allowing them to focus on their creative endeavors while managing their sales effectively.

Tethr

Venture Round in 2019
Tethr is a company that specializes in providing an AI-driven communications intelligence platform designed to enhance enterprise decision-making by harnessing the Voice of the Customer. By analyzing customer interactions from various communication channels, including phone calls and chats, Tethr extracts valuable insights that help organizations understand customer sentiment and behavior. With a foundation built on over a decade of best-practice customer experience research, Tethr equips businesses to measure key performance indicators that affect sales, customer loyalty, operating costs, compliance, and risk management. The platform enables organizations to share these insights across their teams, fostering a culture of informed decision-making that directly impacts overall business performance.

XOi Technologies

Series C in 2019
XOi Technologies specializes in developing innovative firmware and software solutions for wearable devices tailored for blue-collar industries, particularly in field service sectors such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing. The company's flagship offerings include the XOEye Vision Cloud, a mobile device management platform that facilitates enterprise wearable computing, and the XOEye Vision Runtime Environment, which supports interaction with wearable applications through touch, voice, and gestures. Additionally, XOi Technologies provides a range of modules for enterprise management, as well as the XOEye Vision Telepresence system for enhanced communication infrastructure. Their technology also encompasses XOne, a portable device that delivers real-time video and audio instructions between suppliers and technicians. By leveraging advanced technologies like natural language processing, machine learning, and computer vision, XOi Technologies aims to streamline workflows, improve documentation, and enhance customer transparency in field service operations. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, the company was formerly known as XOEye Technologies, Inc.

Backbone PLM

Series A in 2019
Backbone PLM, Inc. is a company that specializes in product lifecycle management solutions tailored for the consumer goods sector, particularly the fashion and apparel industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Greeley, Colorado, Backbone PLM offers a modern, cloud-based platform designed to streamline product development processes. Its services include tools for file management, collaboration, and centralized product data, which facilitate communication among teams and suppliers. The platform features a tech pack editor, customizable product templates, and a range of other resources to manage complex designs efficiently. By enabling brands to innovate and design products more rapidly and effectively, Backbone PLM aims to enhance creativity, reduce time to market, and ultimately drive revenue growth for its clients.

Webscale Networks

Series B in 2019
Webscale Networks, Inc., established in 2012, specializes in developing Webscale, an integrated solution for delivering web applications. Its cloud-based platform offers auto-scaling capabilities driven by predictive analytics and big data, ensuring optimal resource allocation. Key features include application delivery controller (ADC) layer scaling, RESTful API configuration, simplified integration with new providers, content optimization, security, load balancing, caching, self-healing, DNS management, visibility, mobile optimization, and a Web Application Firewall. Additionally, the company provides tailored solutions for e-commerce applications, including a customizable global deployment platform, multi-cloud disaster recovery, bot management, and enterprise solutions. Webscale operates globally with offices in Sunnyvale (California), Boulder (Colorado), and Bengaluru (India).

ChurnZero

Series A in 2019
ChurnZero, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a SaaS platform designed for subscription-based businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Arlington, Virginia, ChurnZero's platform helps companies enhance customer retention and reduce churn by delivering real-time insights into customer engagement and product usage. The software enables businesses to monitor customer health, automate communications, and create personalized experiences through targeted touchpoints. Key features of the platform include customer journeys, health scoring, survey tools, segmentation, and reporting capabilities. By leveraging these tools, businesses can better understand customer behavior, identify potential risks, and take proactive measures to improve satisfaction and loyalty.

Pet Screening

Seed Round in 2019
Pet Screening, LLC is a company based in Cornelius, North Carolina, that specializes in managing pet policies for property owners and housing providers. Founded in 2016, the company provides a platform that screens household pets, validates reasonable accommodation requests for assistance animals, and ensures residents understand their pet policies. Pet Screening offers a secure location for residents to store and share critical information about their pets, such as vaccination records, behavioral history, and photos. This centralized approach helps landlords and property managers make informed decisions regarding their pet policies while enhancing overall management processes related to pets in rental properties.

Racktop Systems

Series A in 2019
RackTop Systems, Inc. develops innovative data center solutions with a focus on data security and storage performance. The company's flagship product, BrickStor, is available in several versions: BrickStor Iron, which serves as an enterprise storage platform; BrickStor Titanium, tailored for private cloud environments; BrickStor zFLASH, which offers flash storage with high performance; and BrickStor SP, a software-defined primary data solution that implements a data-centric Zero Trust model to protect against cyber threats such as ransomware. Other offerings include an object storage platform called OSP, enterprise networking solutions through FlexBox, and virtual desktop infrastructure support with vBox. Additionally, RackTop provides MyRacktop, a secure multi-tenant cloud, and an enterprise backup and recovery appliance. The company also delivers consulting services in data storage optimization and information security to various sectors, including banking, education, and government. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Fulton, Maryland, RackTop Systems has gained recognition for its innovative approach to cybersecurity and data management.

Cloud Elements

Series C in 2019
Cloud Elements Inc. is a provider of cloud-based application programming interface (API) integration and aggregation services, established in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company offers a comprehensive API integration platform that facilitates the connection and management of various cloud applications and services. Its platform includes features such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, and event notifications, which assist developers in integrating multiple applications into customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation systems. Additionally, Cloud Elements provides consulting services, including design assessments, application development, and API development, catering to a diverse clientele that includes startups, SaaS vendors, and enterprise departments globally.

Ceros

Series C in 2019
Ceros is a cloud-based platform that specializes in experiential content creation, allowing marketers and designers to develop rich, interactive content without the need for coding or traditional web development. The software functions as a design studio that facilitates real-time collaboration on digital projects, enabling users to easily create and publish engaging content with just a click. This empowers brands to effectively share their stories and connect with their audiences in a dynamic manner.

ThreatER

Series A in 2019
Threater is a cybersecurity platform focused on active network defense, designed to automate the discovery, enforcement, and analysis of cyber threats on a large scale. The company provides a diverse array of solutions that proactively and automatically protect organizations from cyber risks. Its patented technology effectively blocks all known threats, enhancing the performance of the existing cybersecurity infrastructure. Threater aims to streamline cybersecurity processes, allowing organizations to maintain a robust defense against evolving threats.

The Mom Project

Series A in 2018
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women, particularly mothers, with employment opportunities across various sectors, including marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company serves a community of over 500,000 individuals, including moms, dads, and allies, facilitating access to flexible work arrangements at both large corporations and small businesses. In addition to matching job seekers with employers, The Mom Project also provides insights and recommendations to companies on improving workplace conditions for women, aiming to foster a more supportive environment for mothers while redefining traditional career structures.

Payzer

Series C in 2018
Payzer is a developer of mobile and internet payment applications designed to facilitate payments and enable credit for users with instant approvals. The company offers a cloud-based platform that allows customers to accept payments through credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks, whether in the field or at their home office. This system provides real-time tracking capabilities across organizations, helping contractors to operate more efficiently and effectively manage their businesses through streamlined payment processes.

Cloud Elements

Corporate Round in 2018
Cloud Elements Inc. is a provider of cloud-based application programming interface (API) integration and aggregation services, established in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company offers a comprehensive API integration platform that facilitates the connection and management of various cloud applications and services. Its platform includes features such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, and event notifications, which assist developers in integrating multiple applications into customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation systems. Additionally, Cloud Elements provides consulting services, including design assessments, application development, and API development, catering to a diverse clientele that includes startups, SaaS vendors, and enterprise departments globally.

ShipMonk

Series A in 2018
ShipMonk, Inc. is a provider of order fulfillment solutions tailored for the e-commerce sector, founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Bernardino, Florida, with additional facilities in Los Angeles, California, and Pittston, Pennsylvania. The company offers a cloud-based software platform that facilitates inventory, order, shipping, and warehouse management. Its services include e-commerce fulfillment, retail fulfillment, subscription box fulfillment, crowdfunding fulfillment, and delivered duty paid solutions. By integrating with various sales channels, ShipMonk aims to streamline shipping and fulfillment processes, allowing startups and small to medium-sized businesses to concentrate on brand development and growth. The company positions itself as a partner in achieving scalable growth through its technology tools and personal fulfillment services designed to meet the demands of today's global economy.

WireWheel

Series A in 2018
WireWheel, Inc. is a software company specializing in data privacy management solutions, designed to assist organizations in complying with various data protection regulations such as the EU GDPR and HIPAA. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, WireWheel offers a cloud-based platform that integrates machine learning and data science to streamline privacy program management and subject rights request handling. The platform facilitates the automatic mapping of public cloud assets and aids in managing third-party relationships, enabling organizations to effectively navigate compliance obligations while maximizing the value of their data assets. WireWheel's innovative approach positions its clients to operationalize privacy effectively within their enterprises.

ThreatER

Series A in 2018
Threater is a cybersecurity platform focused on active network defense, designed to automate the discovery, enforcement, and analysis of cyber threats on a large scale. The company provides a diverse array of solutions that proactively and automatically protect organizations from cyber risks. Its patented technology effectively blocks all known threats, enhancing the performance of the existing cybersecurity infrastructure. Threater aims to streamline cybersecurity processes, allowing organizations to maintain a robust defense against evolving threats.

Backbone PLM

Series A in 2018
Backbone PLM, Inc. is a company that specializes in product lifecycle management solutions tailored for the consumer goods sector, particularly the fashion and apparel industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Greeley, Colorado, Backbone PLM offers a modern, cloud-based platform designed to streamline product development processes. Its services include tools for file management, collaboration, and centralized product data, which facilitate communication among teams and suppliers. The platform features a tech pack editor, customizable product templates, and a range of other resources to manage complex designs efficiently. By enabling brands to innovate and design products more rapidly and effectively, Backbone PLM aims to enhance creativity, reduce time to market, and ultimately drive revenue growth for its clients.

CrowdStreet

Series B in 2018
CrowdStreet, Inc. is an online marketplace based in Portland, Oregon, specializing in commercial real estate investment. Founded in 2013, the company connects accredited investors with institutional-quality real estate opportunities, providing direct access to a diverse range of investment offerings. Its platform enables commercial real estate developers and operators to effectively engage with investors, facilitating the acquisition and management of capital for their projects. Additionally, CrowdStreet offers investment advisory services to privately managed accounts linked to its marketplace. With a user-friendly interface, the platform equips over 100,000 investors with the necessary tools to review, compare, and select investment opportunities that align with their financial goals.

Optoro

Series E in 2018
Optoro, Inc. is a provider of a reverse logistics platform that specializes in managing distressed inventory for retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. Founded in 2004 and based in Washington, D.C., with an additional location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, the company offers asset recovery solutions that include direct-to-consumer remarketing of customer returns, overstock, discontinued products, and refurbished items through various online channels. Optoro's software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform features a returns management system that manages the entire returns lifecycle, from initiation to resale, integrating customer-facing channels with back-end operational systems. The company also provides inventory management services, which encompass warehousing, fulfillment, inspection, testing, and eco-friendly disposal, as well as asset maximization services that utilize data analytics for multi-channel remarketing and reporting. With a focus on enhancing recovery and minimizing environmental waste, Optoro serves clients both in the United States and internationally.

Payzer

Series B in 2018
Payzer is a developer of mobile and internet payment applications designed to facilitate payments and enable credit for users with instant approvals. The company offers a cloud-based platform that allows customers to accept payments through credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks, whether in the field or at their home office. This system provides real-time tracking capabilities across organizations, helping contractors to operate more efficiently and effectively manage their businesses through streamlined payment processes.

Ceterus

Series B in 2018
Ceterus, Inc. is a national accounting and intelligence technology company that specializes in web-based accounting and financial reporting solutions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, with an additional office in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Ceterus provides tools designed to empower entrepreneurs by automating bookkeeping and reporting processes. Its flagship product, Ceterus Edge, is a proprietary, cloud-based accounting software that offers accurate and timely financial reporting, peer benchmarks, and key performance metrics. The software enables businesses to monitor their financial health by comparing sales, margins, and expenses with peers, delivering real-time insights that support informed decision-making. Ceterus primarily serves various sectors including restaurants, fitness, wellness, retail, education, and beauty industries.

ThreatX

Series A in 2018
ThreatX is a cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting application programming interfaces (APIs) from various threats, including DDoS attacks, bot attacks, and exploitations of vulnerabilities. Its cloud-based platform offers multi-layered detection capabilities that accurately identify malicious actors and dynamically respond to threats, ensuring comprehensive protection for organizations across diverse industries worldwide. By leveraging cloud-optimized infrastructure, ThreatX delivers effective bot management and DDoS mitigation services, enabling businesses to safeguard their networks and effectively manage cybersecurity risks.

Voci

Series B in 2018
Voci is a technology company specializing in advanced speech recognition solutions that transform voice data into actionable insights. Utilizing hardware-accelerated speech recognition and artificial intelligence, Voci provides businesses with highly accurate transcriptions and valuable analytics, including insights on gender, sentiment, emotion, and speaker biometrics. The company's services are particularly beneficial for organizations in highly regulated sectors, as they help ensure compliance and mitigate risks related to fraud and regulatory violations. Additionally, Voci offers automatic speech-to-text services that enhance voicemail outputs for telecommunications providers, contributing to improved customer experience and optimized contact center operations. Through its innovative approach, Voci empowers companies to analyze audio data effectively, track call center performance, and gain a deeper understanding of customer interactions.

TaskEasy

Series C in 2017
TaskEasy, Inc. is a Software-as-a-Service platform that simplifies home and property maintenance for customers across the United States. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company connects property owners with contractors for services such as lawn mowing, snow removal, and pool cleaning. Its platform facilitates the entire service process, including communication, pricing, scheduling, payment, and dispute resolution, making it easier for users to manage their maintenance needs. TaskEasy is notable for pioneering a nationwide service fulfillment model in the home exterior maintenance sector, ensuring fair pricing and quality service for homeowners, property managers, and contractors. This innovative approach allows contractors to efficiently manage their business operations through a user-friendly interface, eliminating the burdens of advertising, bidding, and billing.

Stardog

Series A in 2017
Stardog is a privately held company based in Arlington, Virginia, specializing in an Enterprise Knowledge Graph platform that enables organizations to unify their data for improved decision-making. The platform integrates graph databases with an artificial intelligence-based knowledge toolkit to tackle complex data unification challenges at an infrastructure level. This allows clients, including industry leaders such as Bosch, Ericsson, BNY Mellon, NASA, and the NIH, to create a flexible data layer that supports various applications. Recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2020, Stardog is committed to transforming data into actionable knowledge that drives effective digital transformations.

Tethr

Series A in 2017
Tethr is a company that specializes in providing an AI-driven communications intelligence platform designed to enhance enterprise decision-making by harnessing the Voice of the Customer. By analyzing customer interactions from various communication channels, including phone calls and chats, Tethr extracts valuable insights that help organizations understand customer sentiment and behavior. With a foundation built on over a decade of best-practice customer experience research, Tethr equips businesses to measure key performance indicators that affect sales, customer loyalty, operating costs, compliance, and risk management. The platform enables organizations to share these insights across their teams, fostering a culture of informed decision-making that directly impacts overall business performance.

DirectScale

Series B in 2017
DirectScale, Inc. is a software as a service (SaaS) provider that specializes in solutions for direct sales organizations, facilitating the management of intricate corporate functions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Lindon, Utah, the company offers a platform that enables users to manage sales and commission tracking, data analysis, reporting, downline management, and messaging. Additionally, DirectScale provides training resources, a web portal, and e-commerce management tools. The platform is designed for user customization, allowing clients to configure and administer the software independently, reducing reliance on external development resources. With a focus on influencer marketing and multi-level marketing (MLM), DirectScale’s intuitive interface supports both mobile and desktop users, enhancing communication among teams and providing essential e-commerce functionalities to stimulate revenue growth.

ICX Media

Series A in 2017
ICX Media, Inc. is a media company that specializes in developing a software and data platform aimed at assisting independent video content creators in reaching audiences and monetizing their work. The platform enables users to produce, distribute, and market digital videos across various channels, including web, mobile, and connected TV applications. Additionally, it aids media companies and brands in finding, licensing, and distributing digital content effectively. By leveraging machine learning and data analytics, ICX Media analyzes vast amounts of data to predict the types of video content that will engage specific audiences. This capability allows both amateur and professional digital video producers, as well as brands and agencies, to create and target highly engaging content. Based in Washington, D.C., the company serves a diverse clientele, including major media and entertainment companies focused on connected TV and streaming.

Airside

Series A in 2017
Airside Mobile is a developer of innovative digital identity products aimed at both businesses and consumers, focusing on privacy and security. The company's digital identity platform allows users to authenticate their identification once and securely manage their personal information throughout their interactions. By leveraging technology trusted by the US government and major airlines, Airside enables clients to store personal documents digitally while maintaining control over how, when, and with whom their information is shared. This approach not only enhances the security of digital identities but also fosters trust between users and the organizations they engage with.

ChurnZero

Seed Round in 2017
ChurnZero, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a SaaS platform designed for subscription-based businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Arlington, Virginia, ChurnZero's platform helps companies enhance customer retention and reduce churn by delivering real-time insights into customer engagement and product usage. The software enables businesses to monitor customer health, automate communications, and create personalized experiences through targeted touchpoints. Key features of the platform include customer journeys, health scoring, survey tools, segmentation, and reporting capabilities. By leveraging these tools, businesses can better understand customer behavior, identify potential risks, and take proactive measures to improve satisfaction and loyalty.

Adwerx

Series A in 2017
Adwerx, Inc. is a digital advertising automation platform based in Durham, North Carolina, that specializes in localized advertising services for real estate, mortgage, insurance, and wealth management sectors. Founded in 2013, the company offers personalized and hyper-targeted marketing solutions that are scalable for businesses of all sizes, from individual agents to large enterprises. Adwerx's platform simplifies online advertising by providing tools that help clients identify potential customers and effectively promote listings, whether new or existing. As a trusted partner to thousands of firms, Adwerx empowers its clients to reach new audiences and nurture relationships, helping them stay competitive in their respective markets.

Parse.ly

Series B in 2017
Parse.ly is an engagement analytics platform designed for online publishers to enhance their understanding of digital audience engagement. The company offers an innovative content analytics system that focuses on metrics such as engaged time and engagement rate, providing businesses with a more accurate insight into their website traffic. By utilizing Parse.ly's real-time and historical analytics dashboard, application programming interface, and data pipeline, organizations can analyze and optimize their content strategies. This enables them to demonstrate the value of their content effectively, ultimately increasing website traffic and ensuring that their digital efforts yield meaningful results.

UrbanStems

Series A in 2017
UrbanStems Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that specializes in on-demand flower delivery services. Founded in 2014, it offers a variety of fresh flowers and seasonal stems for different occasions, along with floral arrangements tailored for businesses. UrbanStems provides hand-crafted bouquets that are designed for quick delivery, often arriving within minutes to the recipient's location. The company's offerings include personalized notes and specific care instructions for each arrangement, enhancing the gifting experience. Additionally, UrbanStems features a subscription service for regular flower deliveries and provides an iOS application for convenient ordering. The company's services are available in major cities such as New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

Ceterus

Series A in 2017
Ceterus, Inc. is a national accounting and intelligence technology company that specializes in web-based accounting and financial reporting solutions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, with an additional office in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Ceterus provides tools designed to empower entrepreneurs by automating bookkeeping and reporting processes. Its flagship product, Ceterus Edge, is a proprietary, cloud-based accounting software that offers accurate and timely financial reporting, peer benchmarks, and key performance metrics. The software enables businesses to monitor their financial health by comparing sales, margins, and expenses with peers, delivering real-time insights that support informed decision-making. Ceterus primarily serves various sectors including restaurants, fitness, wellness, retail, education, and beauty industries.

Atavium

Series A in 2017
Atavium Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, specializes in designing and developing a comprehensive data management platform. This platform is engineered to organize, automate, manage, and store large unstructured datasets, whether they reside in data centers or the cloud. Atavium's innovative system enables enterprises to automate the lifecycle of their data even before it is created, simplifying complex data environments. The company was founded by industry veterans with a proven track record of delivering high-impact products, previously acquired by prominent tech companies like Dell and EMC. As of April 8, 2020, Atavium operates as a subsidiary of Quantum Corporation.

Urjanet

Series C in 2017
Urjanet, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for automated access to utility data. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional location in Chennai, India, Urjanet connects directly to utility providers to acquire and normalize utility bills and interval data. Its offerings include automated access to utility bill data across various utilities, granular measurements of energy consumption, and advanced metering infrastructure data without requiring additional hardware or software. The platform also features capabilities for weather data analysis and alerts for billing and consumption anomalies. Urjanet's solutions are designed to improve business intelligence, energy management, accounting, and procurement processes for organizations, enabling them to enhance financial performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability.

Yet Analytics

Seed Round in 2017
Yet Analytics, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2014. The company operates a comprehensive platform designed to help large organizations collect and analyze data from various sources, including web and mobile applications, wearables, Internet of Things devices, and virtual and augmented reality systems. Yet Analytics offers a modular suite of interoperable software products that cover the entirety of the xAPI learning technology ecosystem, facilitating data inputs, storage, and outputs. Its technology enables businesses to engage with curated learning experiences that align with performance outcomes, providing interactive insights and automated visualizations of trends in learning and team behaviors. By capturing and measuring experience data, Yet Analytics aims to enhance human capital performance and support organizational growth.

Cloud Elements

Series B in 2017
Cloud Elements Inc. is a provider of cloud-based application programming interface (API) integration and aggregation services, established in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company offers a comprehensive API integration platform that facilitates the connection and management of various cloud applications and services. Its platform includes features such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, and event notifications, which assist developers in integrating multiple applications into customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation systems. Additionally, Cloud Elements provides consulting services, including design assessments, application development, and API development, catering to a diverse clientele that includes startups, SaaS vendors, and enterprise departments globally.

Fluid Truck

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

Webscale Networks

Series A in 2016
Webscale Networks, Inc., established in 2012, specializes in developing Webscale, an integrated solution for delivering web applications. Its cloud-based platform offers auto-scaling capabilities driven by predictive analytics and big data, ensuring optimal resource allocation. Key features include application delivery controller (ADC) layer scaling, RESTful API configuration, simplified integration with new providers, content optimization, security, load balancing, caching, self-healing, DNS management, visibility, mobile optimization, and a Web Application Firewall. Additionally, the company provides tailored solutions for e-commerce applications, including a customizable global deployment platform, multi-cloud disaster recovery, bot management, and enterprise solutions. Webscale operates globally with offices in Sunnyvale (California), Boulder (Colorado), and Bengaluru (India).

Payzer

Series B in 2016
Payzer is a developer of mobile and internet payment applications designed to facilitate payments and enable credit for users with instant approvals. The company offers a cloud-based platform that allows customers to accept payments through credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks, whether in the field or at their home office. This system provides real-time tracking capabilities across organizations, helping contractors to operate more efficiently and effectively manage their businesses through streamlined payment processes.

HUMAN

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

Promoboxx

Series A in 2016
Promoboxx Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a brand-to-retailer marketing platform designed to facilitate collaboration between brands and their independent retailers. Founded in 2009, the platform allows brands to launch customized co-branded digital marketing campaigns that are compliant with brand guidelines. It enables brands to select participating retailers, validate their information, and schedule engagement actions, such as sharing reminders. Retailers can tailor national marketing materials to fit their local needs and access a suite of marketing tools to drive campaign traffic. Promoboxx supports over 85 leading brands, including The North Face and New Balance, enabling them to execute more than 3 million campaigns across 27,000 retailers. The platform also provides analytics to track engagement, campaign performance, and key business outcomes, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and fostering stronger relationships between brands and retailers.

Dizzion

Series A in 2016
Dizzion, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based end-user computing and virtual desktop solutions designed to support remote workforces. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company delivers a fully-managed service known as Desktops-as-a-Service, which allows employees to securely access applications and data from any device, at any time. Dizzion's offerings include a comprehensive suite of features such as secure endpoints, application streaming, cloud storage, and disaster recovery protection, all tailored to meet the needs of various industries, including healthcare, finance, legal, education, and insurance. The company's infrastructure encompasses essential components like firewalls, authentication servers, and data centers, while also providing installation, integration, and ongoing support services. Dizzion’s solutions enable organizations to maintain security and control over corporate data while delivering the flexibility and performance that modern work environments demand.

Ceros

Series B in 2016
Ceros is a cloud-based platform that specializes in experiential content creation, allowing marketers and designers to develop rich, interactive content without the need for coding or traditional web development. The software functions as a design studio that facilitates real-time collaboration on digital projects, enabling users to easily create and publish engaging content with just a click. This empowers brands to effectively share their stories and connect with their audiences in a dynamic manner.

RedPoint Global

Series C in 2016
RedPoint Global Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing customer engagement and data management solutions tailored for business-to-consumer industries. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, the company provides a suite of platforms including the Customer Engagement Hub, which offers a unified view of customers and intelligent orchestration for personalized interactions. Their Customer Interaction Platform enhances experiences across various devices and channels, while the Customer Data Platform focuses on data quality and identity resolution. RedPoint Global also offers rgOne, a customer engagement platform, and specialized solutions for sectors such as retail banking, healthcare, and telecommunications. With additional offices in Boulder, Colorado; London; Makati City; and Melbourne, RedPoint Global is dedicated to helping organizations optimize customer value and deliver relevant brand experiences.

Healthcare Interactive

Series A in 2016
Healthcare Interactive, Inc. specializes in health planning solutions aimed at enhancing the administration and delivery of healthcare. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Glenwood, Maryland, the company offers a cloud-based platform called Healthspace, designed to manage various components of benefits plans. This platform facilitates the integration of data, risk management, member engagement, incentive alignment, and performance measurement. Healthcare Interactive provides a range of services, including automated benefits plan management, workplace well-being solutions like health risk assessments and clinical health coaching, incentive management, direct contract primary care, and compliance solutions for ACA reporting. The company's focus is on enabling client-partners to utilize their data effectively to identify health risks and cost drivers, develop targeted programs, and implement administrative tools that enhance health outcomes within communities. Healthcare Interactive operates as a subsidiary of WellNet Healthcare Administrators, Inc.

Passport

Series B in 2016
Passport is a cloud technology startup based in Charlotte, North Carolina, founded in 2010. The company specializes in a parking and transportation management platform that centralizes and streamlines mobility operations. By providing intelligent data and management tools, Passport helps cities create an open parking ecosystem and integrate payment solutions into existing applications. This approach enhances decision-making for city leaders and fosters more livable, equitable communities by optimizing vehicle interactions with urban infrastructure. Supported by investors such as Bain Capital Ventures and Grotech Ventures, Passport aims to revolutionize mobility management for a more efficient future.

TaskEasy

Series B in 2016
TaskEasy, Inc. is a Software-as-a-Service platform that simplifies home and property maintenance for customers across the United States. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company connects property owners with contractors for services such as lawn mowing, snow removal, and pool cleaning. Its platform facilitates the entire service process, including communication, pricing, scheduling, payment, and dispute resolution, making it easier for users to manage their maintenance needs. TaskEasy is notable for pioneering a nationwide service fulfillment model in the home exterior maintenance sector, ensuring fair pricing and quality service for homeowners, property managers, and contractors. This innovative approach allows contractors to efficiently manage their business operations through a user-friendly interface, eliminating the burdens of advertising, bidding, and billing.
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