Ignition Partners, established in 1999 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in enterprise software companies across the United States, with a particular focus on the West Coast. With over $2 billion under management, the firm invests in emerging and future leaders in the sector, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and operational expertise. Ignition's partners, who have built successful businesses like Microsoft Windows and Office, McCaw Cellular Communications, and Starbucks, help entrepreneurs transform their ideas into viable businesses, build effective teams, and navigate global growth and financial strategies.
Carbon Robotics is a robotics company dedicated to advancing agricultural practices through innovative technology. Its flagship product, the Autonomous Weeder, is designed to autonomously identify and remove weeds from crop fields. This robotic system employs artificial intelligence and computer vision to differentiate between crops and weeds, allowing it to accurately target and eliminate unwanted plants without the use of herbicides or manual labor. By offering a more sustainable and efficient approach to weed management, Carbon Robotics aims to transform traditional farming methods and help farmers optimize crop yields.
Carbon Robotics
Series C in 2023
Carbon Robotics is a robotics company dedicated to advancing agricultural practices through innovative technology. Its flagship product, the Autonomous Weeder, is designed to autonomously identify and remove weeds from crop fields. This robotic system employs artificial intelligence and computer vision to differentiate between crops and weeds, allowing it to accurately target and eliminate unwanted plants without the use of herbicides or manual labor. By offering a more sustainable and efficient approach to weed management, Carbon Robotics aims to transform traditional farming methods and help farmers optimize crop yields.
Jupiter Intelligence
Series C in 2021
Jupiter Intelligence, Inc. is a company that specializes in climate risk analytics, providing tools and platforms that deliver weather and climate data, trend visualizations, forecasts, and risk assessments. Its ClimateScore Intelligence Platform utilizes cloud computing to integrate various prediction models, processing data from numerous ground-based and satellite sensors. Jupiter also offers specific products like FloodScore, which aids users in preparing for potential flooding linked to climate change, and HeatScore, designed to help organizations anticipate and mitigate the impacts of extreme temperatures. Founded in 2017 and based in San Mateo, California, Jupiter Intelligence transforms complex climate science into actionable insights, enabling businesses to assess physical risks, comply with regulations, and address reputational concerns related to climate change.
Blockchain Monster Hunt
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Blockchain Monster Hunt is a developer of an NFT collectible game that operates across multiple blockchains, creating a multi-chain metaverse experience. This innovative game connects players from various blockchain communities, allowing them to explore diverse environments while hunting and battling unique monsters. Users are encouraged to interact across different blockchain networks, enhancing the gaming experience. Players can capture these monsters and earn in-game currency, promoting both gameplay and collection. The platform continuously offers new locations and challenges, making it an engaging environment for participants in the evolving world of blockchain gaming.
Aviatrix
Series E in 2021
Aviatrix is a cloud networking expert that focuses on simplifying cloud connectivity for enterprises. The company provides a multi-cloud native networking software designed to enhance visibility, security, and control, enabling organizations to adapt quickly and maintain agility in their operations. Trusted by over 500 leading enterprises, Aviatrix delivers an enterprise-grade secure cloud network that supports mission-critical applications through a consistent networking architecture across multiple cloud service providers. In addition to its networking solutions, Aviatrix offers the Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE) Program, which serves as a certification for professionals in multicloud networking and security, thereby empowering the cloud networking community to navigate digital transformation effectively.
Carbon Robotics
Series B in 2021
Carbon Robotics is a robotics company dedicated to advancing agricultural practices through innovative technology. Its flagship product, the Autonomous Weeder, is designed to autonomously identify and remove weeds from crop fields. This robotic system employs artificial intelligence and computer vision to differentiate between crops and weeds, allowing it to accurately target and eliminate unwanted plants without the use of herbicides or manual labor. By offering a more sustainable and efficient approach to weed management, Carbon Robotics aims to transform traditional farming methods and help farmers optimize crop yields.
Archipelago
Series B in 2021
Archipelago Analytics, Inc., based in San Francisco, California, was incorporated in 2018 and specializes in utilizing artificial intelligence to enhance risk management for large commercial property owners. The company's platform digitizes risk data, facilitating improved insurance outcomes and overall resilience. By enabling the efficient movement of critical information through the insurance value chain—from clients to brokers and capacity providers—Archipelago aims to lower the total cost of risk for its users, ensuring they receive timely and relevant data to make informed decisions.
Aviatrix
Series D in 2021
Aviatrix is a cloud networking expert that focuses on simplifying cloud connectivity for enterprises. The company provides a multi-cloud native networking software designed to enhance visibility, security, and control, enabling organizations to adapt quickly and maintain agility in their operations. Trusted by over 500 leading enterprises, Aviatrix delivers an enterprise-grade secure cloud network that supports mission-critical applications through a consistent networking architecture across multiple cloud service providers. In addition to its networking solutions, Aviatrix offers the Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE) Program, which serves as a certification for professionals in multicloud networking and security, thereby empowering the cloud networking community to navigate digital transformation effectively.
Botkeeper
Series B in 2020
Botkeeper, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing automated accounting and bookkeeping software tailored for small and mid-sized businesses. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional locations in Charlotte, North Carolina, Manhattan, New York, and Balanga, Philippines, Botkeeper integrates with various business software, including Quickbooks and Expensify. Its platform enhances financial management through automation, providing services such as accounts receivable and payable tracking, invoice generation, revenue recognition, and bank reconciliation. By combining skilled accountants with machine learning and AI, Botkeeper offers clients 24/7 support, insightful financial dashboards, and unlimited reporting capabilities. The platform streamlines bookkeeping workflows, enabling businesses to save time and reduce costs significantly compared to traditional bookkeeping methods, thereby facilitating growth and informed decision-making.
Symend
Series B in 2020
Symend Inc. is a company that specializes in debt recovery solutions through its innovative software platform. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto and Denver, Symend focuses on enhancing the debt collection process by utilizing automation, predictive analytics, and behavioral science. The platform aims to minimize debt delinquency while ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders. It offers tools for treatment planning, campaign management, and self-service options, allowing businesses in sectors such as financial services, telecommunications, and utilities to engage customers effectively. By creating personalized interactions, Symend empowers individuals to manage their debts through flexible repayment options, ultimately fostering better financial outcomes and strengthening customer relationships.
Tractable
Series C in 2020
Tractable Ltd. is a software company that specializes in artificial intelligence for accident and disaster recovery. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company creates AI algorithms that automate visual damage appraisal, enabling insurers to analyze photos of damaged vehicles and properties to predict repair costs rapidly. Tractable's platform streamlines traditional claims processes by providing real-time, end-to-end estimates, allowing repairs to commence sooner and thereby supporting the restoration of individuals' livelihoods. The company's technology leverages deep learning for image recognition and analysis, facilitating quick and accurate claims settlement for major insurers worldwide. Through its innovative solutions, Tractable aims to transform outdated practices in the insurance industry and enhance the efficiency of damage assessment.
Aviatrix
Series C in 2019
Aviatrix is a cloud networking expert that focuses on simplifying cloud connectivity for enterprises. The company provides a multi-cloud native networking software designed to enhance visibility, security, and control, enabling organizations to adapt quickly and maintain agility in their operations. Trusted by over 500 leading enterprises, Aviatrix delivers an enterprise-grade secure cloud network that supports mission-critical applications through a consistent networking architecture across multiple cloud service providers. In addition to its networking solutions, Aviatrix offers the Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE) Program, which serves as a certification for professionals in multicloud networking and security, thereby empowering the cloud networking community to navigate digital transformation effectively.
Carbon Robotics
Venture Round in 2019
Carbon Robotics is a robotics company dedicated to advancing agricultural practices through innovative technology. Its flagship product, the Autonomous Weeder, is designed to autonomously identify and remove weeds from crop fields. This robotic system employs artificial intelligence and computer vision to differentiate between crops and weeds, allowing it to accurately target and eliminate unwanted plants without the use of herbicides or manual labor. By offering a more sustainable and efficient approach to weed management, Carbon Robotics aims to transform traditional farming methods and help farmers optimize crop yields.
Trifacta
Series E in 2019
Trifacta offers a data engineering cloud platform focused on enhancing the efficiency of data wrangling and ensuring data quality. The platform allows users to connect seamlessly to various data sources, enabling them to evaluate, correct, and validate the quality of their data. With an AI-assisted and collaborative approach, Trifacta facilitates accelerated data transformation and the automation of data pipelines, making data consumable at any scale. The company serves tens of thousands of users across more than 10,000 organizations, including prominent names such as Deutsche Boerse, Google, and PepsiCo, helping them unlock the full potential of their data through its innovative solutions.
Archipelago
Series A in 2019
Archipelago Analytics, Inc., based in San Francisco, California, was incorporated in 2018 and specializes in utilizing artificial intelligence to enhance risk management for large commercial property owners. The company's platform digitizes risk data, facilitating improved insurance outcomes and overall resilience. By enabling the efficient movement of critical information through the insurance value chain—from clients to brokers and capacity providers—Archipelago aims to lower the total cost of risk for its users, ensuring they receive timely and relevant data to make informed decisions.
Icertis
Series E in 2019
Icertis is a cloud-based enterprise contract management platform that addresses complex contract management challenges through an intuitive interface. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Icertis utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze and structure various types of contracts, helping organizations streamline their processes. The platform enhances contract velocity, ensures compliance with regulatory and policy requirements, and optimizes commercial relationships by maximizing revenue and minimizing costs. By providing detailed risk reports and automating the management of obligations, Icertis enables clients to improve governance, mitigate risks, and boost overall productivity.
Symend
Series A in 2019
Symend Inc. is a company that specializes in debt recovery solutions through its innovative software platform. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto and Denver, Symend focuses on enhancing the debt collection process by utilizing automation, predictive analytics, and behavioral science. The platform aims to minimize debt delinquency while ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders. It offers tools for treatment planning, campaign management, and self-service options, allowing businesses in sectors such as financial services, telecommunications, and utilities to engage customers effectively. By creating personalized interactions, Symend empowers individuals to manage their debts through flexible repayment options, ultimately fostering better financial outcomes and strengthening customer relationships.
Tempered
Venture Round in 2019
Tempered is a cyber risk management company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in providing identity-based micro-segmentation solutions that significantly reduce cyber risks. By offering a zero-trust software platform, Tempered enables users to create and manage hyper-secure networks across various environments, including on-premise, remote, virtual, and cloud infrastructures. Its technology allows for seamless segmentation of IP resources without the need for infrastructure changes or disruptions, making it particularly beneficial for organizations with complex networking requirements.
Auxon
Venture Round in 2019
Auxon specializes in developing Modality, an automated analysis platform designed to support the building, validation, and verification of critical automation across various phases of software development. The platform provides essential tools that can be utilized on developer workstations, during simulations, and on integrated hardware platforms. By enabling root-cause and risk analysis for autonomous systems, Auxon helps organizations in the transportation, robotics, and defense sectors assess the functionality, safety, and security of their automated and embedded systems. The company’s mission is to empower engineers to deliver complex software systems with predictable timelines and outcomes.
Jupiter Intelligence
Series B in 2019
Jupiter Intelligence, Inc. is a company that specializes in climate risk analytics, providing tools and platforms that deliver weather and climate data, trend visualizations, forecasts, and risk assessments. Its ClimateScore Intelligence Platform utilizes cloud computing to integrate various prediction models, processing data from numerous ground-based and satellite sensors. Jupiter also offers specific products like FloodScore, which aids users in preparing for potential flooding linked to climate change, and HeatScore, designed to help organizations anticipate and mitigate the impacts of extreme temperatures. Founded in 2017 and based in San Mateo, California, Jupiter Intelligence transforms complex climate science into actionable insights, enabling businesses to assess physical risks, comply with regulations, and address reputational concerns related to climate change.
KenSci
Series B in 2019
KenSci Inc. is a healthcare technology company that has developed a machine learning platform aimed at improving risk management for healthcare providers and payers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in Hyderabad, India, and Singapore, KenSci's platform enables early intervention by predicting clinical, financial, and operational risks. It integrates healthcare data from various sources, including electronic medical records and claims data, to identify patterns and high-risk markers. The platform features a library of pre-built models and modular solutions that can be incorporated into existing workflows, enhancing hospital operations by reducing costs and improving care coordination. Additionally, KenSci employs Explainable AI models to ensure that its risk predictions are both efficient and accountable. The company also has a strategic partnership with T3k Health, further expanding its impact in the healthcare sector.
Intelage
Seed Round in 2018
Intelage Corporation is a Bellevue, Washington-based company that has developed a cloud-based global trade management and logistics platform. This platform connects trade suppliers, buyers, and partners, facilitating the creation, tracking, and management of trades within a single application. Intelage's offerings include MarketPlace, which serves as a virtual platform for agricultural suppliers and buyers to engage in transactions involving physical commodities. The platform provides features for centralized negotiations, transaction history, inventory management, and user reviews. Additionally, Intelage offers TradeDesk, a solution designed for trade and operations teams to manage product and information flow from origin to destination. The comprehensive services provided by Intelage encompass sourcing, logistics, tracking, documentation, communication, trade, and regulatory compliance, enabling clients to navigate logistical challenges, automate processes, and enhance visibility into critical trade information.
Shyft Technologies
Series A in 2018
Shyft Technologies Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in workforce management through its innovative mobile application. The app enables employees in industries such as retail, supply chain, food service, and grocery to swap shifts, communicate effectively, and cover additional shifts for increased earnings. By implementing Shyft across their operations, companies can enhance scheduling flexibility for their employees and streamline processes, allowing frontline workers to focus more on sales and customer engagement. Shyft Technologies has received recognition for its contributions to the tech industry, including the 2018 Gold Prize at the Seattle Business Magazine’s Tech Impact Award for Emerging Companies. The company also has an office in Los Angeles, California, and is committed to ongoing product development and mobile technology innovation.
The/Studio
Series A in 2018
The/Studio is a custom manufacturing platform that enables businesses, organizations, and individuals to easily produce personalized products, particularly accessories and apparel. Founded by Joseph Heller, the company utilizes a network of vetted factories and advanced technology to simplify the manufacturing process. By offering cloud-based access, The/Studio eliminates the complexities and risks associated with building a supply chain, allowing customers to manage everything from custom design to production without minimum order quantities. The platform is designed to provide quick turnaround times and competitive pricing, ensuring a reliable supply chain while enabling customers to focus on brand execution and product quality.
CrowdAI
Seed Round in 2018
CrowdAI, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2016. It offers an artificial intelligence-as-a-service platform designed for analyzing imagery from autonomous vehicles, satellites, and drones. The platform enables users to create custom machine learning models for processing and interpreting images and video, making it accessible to individuals without a data science background. By transforming raw visual data into structured insights, CrowdAI facilitates the identification of features in satellite imagery and the tracking of obstacles for self-driving cars and automated drones. This approach not only streamlines the model creation process but also allows for the integration of real-time data, supporting operational decision-making across various applications.
Tractable
Series B in 2018
Tractable Ltd. is a software company that specializes in artificial intelligence for accident and disaster recovery. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company creates AI algorithms that automate visual damage appraisal, enabling insurers to analyze photos of damaged vehicles and properties to predict repair costs rapidly. Tractable's platform streamlines traditional claims processes by providing real-time, end-to-end estimates, allowing repairs to commence sooner and thereby supporting the restoration of individuals' livelihoods. The company's technology leverages deep learning for image recognition and analysis, facilitating quick and accurate claims settlement for major insurers worldwide. Through its innovative solutions, Tractable aims to transform outdated practices in the insurance industry and enhance the efficiency of damage assessment.
Jupiter Intelligence
Series A in 2018
Jupiter Intelligence, Inc. is a company that specializes in climate risk analytics, providing tools and platforms that deliver weather and climate data, trend visualizations, forecasts, and risk assessments. Its ClimateScore Intelligence Platform utilizes cloud computing to integrate various prediction models, processing data from numerous ground-based and satellite sensors. Jupiter also offers specific products like FloodScore, which aids users in preparing for potential flooding linked to climate change, and HeatScore, designed to help organizations anticipate and mitigate the impacts of extreme temperatures. Founded in 2017 and based in San Mateo, California, Jupiter Intelligence transforms complex climate science into actionable insights, enabling businesses to assess physical risks, comply with regulations, and address reputational concerns related to climate change.
Icertis
Series D in 2018
Icertis is a cloud-based enterprise contract management platform that addresses complex contract management challenges through an intuitive interface. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Icertis utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze and structure various types of contracts, helping organizations streamline their processes. The platform enhances contract velocity, ensures compliance with regulatory and policy requirements, and optimizes commercial relationships by maximizing revenue and minimizing costs. By providing detailed risk reports and automating the management of obligations, Icertis enables clients to improve governance, mitigate risks, and boost overall productivity.
AstrumU
Seed Round in 2018
AstrumU, Inc. operates a technology-driven platform that connects employers with recent graduates by quantifying the return on educational investment. Founded in 2017 and based in Kirkland, Washington, with an additional office in Kansas City, the company aims to enhance industry engagement and promote economic mobility. The AstrumU platform utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze data from students, educational institutions, and employers, providing predictive insights that help forecast the value of educational experiences in the labor market. This approach enables institutions and lifelong learners to make informed decisions about enrollment and career development based on verifiable skills and outcomes, fostering a more transparent and efficient marketplace for talent.
Trifacta
Series D in 2018
Trifacta offers a data engineering cloud platform focused on enhancing the efficiency of data wrangling and ensuring data quality. The platform allows users to connect seamlessly to various data sources, enabling them to evaluate, correct, and validate the quality of their data. With an AI-assisted and collaborative approach, Trifacta facilitates accelerated data transformation and the automation of data pipelines, making data consumable at any scale. The company serves tens of thousands of users across more than 10,000 organizations, including prominent names such as Deutsche Boerse, Google, and PepsiCo, helping them unlock the full potential of their data through its innovative solutions.
Botkeeper
Seed Round in 2018
Botkeeper, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing automated accounting and bookkeeping software tailored for small and mid-sized businesses. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional locations in Charlotte, North Carolina, Manhattan, New York, and Balanga, Philippines, Botkeeper integrates with various business software, including Quickbooks and Expensify. Its platform enhances financial management through automation, providing services such as accounts receivable and payable tracking, invoice generation, revenue recognition, and bank reconciliation. By combining skilled accountants with machine learning and AI, Botkeeper offers clients 24/7 support, insightful financial dashboards, and unlimited reporting capabilities. The platform streamlines bookkeeping workflows, enabling businesses to save time and reduce costs significantly compared to traditional bookkeeping methods, thereby facilitating growth and informed decision-making.
Tempered
Venture Round in 2017
Tempered is a cyber risk management company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in providing identity-based micro-segmentation solutions that significantly reduce cyber risks. By offering a zero-trust software platform, Tempered enables users to create and manage hyper-secure networks across various environments, including on-premise, remote, virtual, and cloud infrastructures. Its technology allows for seamless segmentation of IP resources without the need for infrastructure changes or disruptions, making it particularly beneficial for organizations with complex networking requirements.
Amplero
Series B in 2017
Amplero operates an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to enhance marketing optimization by identifying valuable audience micro-segments and crafting tailored messages for each. The platform utilizes machine learning and multi-armed bandit experimentation to dynamically test numerous variations, allowing for the adaptive optimization of customer interactions. This approach is particularly beneficial for business-to-consumer marketers in the financial services sector, where creating personalized experiences can be challenging due to regulatory constraints and data management issues. By continually learning customer preferences, Amplero aims to improve conversion rates and foster long-term customer loyalty, addressing the growing demand for personalized marketing in a competitive landscape.
Skytap
Series E in 2017
Skytap, Inc. specializes in providing cloud-based development and testing environments aimed at migrating and modernizing enterprise applications globally. The company's primary offering, Skytap Cloud, allows for self-service access to production-like environments, facilitating more frequent code testing for development and testing teams. Skytap’s platform supports organizations in transitioning to modern software delivery methods by enabling the rapid migration of traditional workloads to the cloud and fostering the adoption of agile and DevOps practices. This approach helps businesses enhance their application development efficiency and integrate new cloud architectures. Additionally, Skytap provides a range of services including cloud migration, application modernization, training, and strategic consulting. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Skytap also maintains locations in Toronto, Canada, and London, United Kingdom.
Azuqua
Series B in 2017
Azuqua, Inc. operates a cloud-based digital automation platform that facilitates the integration of software as a service (SaaS) applications. The platform features an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, allowing users to create integrations and automate processes without the need for coding. Azuqua's offerings include a comprehensive library of logic functions, built-in spreadsheets, and robust error handling capabilities. The platform supports various business functions, including customer experience, sales, human resources, and marketing, enabling organizations to streamline operations and improve productivity. Azuqua caters to both start-ups and large enterprises, helping them automate repetitive tasks and enhance employee and customer experiences. Founded in 2010 and based in Seattle, Washington, Azuqua operates as a subsidiary of Okta, Inc. as of March 2019.
FORWARD Platform
Series A in 2017
FORWARD is an Integrated Program Administration solution that helps governments and non-profits administer resources to communities quickly, securely, and equitably.
AstrumU
Pre Seed Round in 2017
AstrumU, Inc. operates a technology-driven platform that connects employers with recent graduates by quantifying the return on educational investment. Founded in 2017 and based in Kirkland, Washington, with an additional office in Kansas City, the company aims to enhance industry engagement and promote economic mobility. The AstrumU platform utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze data from students, educational institutions, and employers, providing predictive insights that help forecast the value of educational experiences in the labor market. This approach enables institutions and lifelong learners to make informed decisions about enrollment and career development based on verifiable skills and outcomes, fostering a more transparent and efficient marketplace for talent.
Nymi
Series B in 2017
Nymi Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in wearable biometric devices, particularly the Nymi Band, which utilizes proprietary HeartID technology to authenticate users based on their unique electrocardiogram. Founded in 2011 and rebranded from Bionym Inc. in December 2014, Nymi aims to facilitate digital transformation in various sectors, including life sciences, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services. The company offers a connected worker platform designed to enhance workplace safety, security, productivity, and data integrity by integrating human users with their digital environments. Nymi also provides a mobile application for Android to activate their wearable devices and sells the Nymi Bands online. Recognized for its positive workplace culture, Nymi was awarded one of the Best Workplaces in Canada in 2019 for companies with fewer than 100 employees.
Icertis
Series C in 2017
Icertis is a cloud-based enterprise contract management platform that addresses complex contract management challenges through an intuitive interface. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Icertis utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze and structure various types of contracts, helping organizations streamline their processes. The platform enhances contract velocity, ensures compliance with regulatory and policy requirements, and optimizes commercial relationships by maximizing revenue and minimizing costs. By providing detailed risk reports and automating the management of obligations, Icertis enables clients to improve governance, mitigate risks, and boost overall productivity.
Spoken Communications
Venture Round in 2017
Spoken Communications offer these businesses Spoken ConversationCenter, the first conversation-centric solution for the contact center. It provides a single AI-enabled platform for channeling, managing, and analyzing digital conversations – including voice, thanks to TrueMeaning, Spoken’s patented real-time digital voice channel. Spoken ConversationCenter let’s service providers meet the demands of the modern digital consumer now and in the future while optimizing service delivery costs with AI, Big Data, and cloud-first performance.
KenSci
Series A in 2017
KenSci Inc. is a healthcare technology company that has developed a machine learning platform aimed at improving risk management for healthcare providers and payers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in Hyderabad, India, and Singapore, KenSci's platform enables early intervention by predicting clinical, financial, and operational risks. It integrates healthcare data from various sources, including electronic medical records and claims data, to identify patterns and high-risk markers. The platform features a library of pre-built models and modular solutions that can be incorporated into existing workflows, enhancing hospital operations by reducing costs and improving care coordination. Additionally, KenSci employs Explainable AI models to ensure that its risk predictions are both efficient and accountable. The company also has a strategic partnership with T3k Health, further expanding its impact in the healthcare sector.
Aviatrix
Series B in 2017
Aviatrix is a cloud networking expert that focuses on simplifying cloud connectivity for enterprises. The company provides a multi-cloud native networking software designed to enhance visibility, security, and control, enabling organizations to adapt quickly and maintain agility in their operations. Trusted by over 500 leading enterprises, Aviatrix delivers an enterprise-grade secure cloud network that supports mission-critical applications through a consistent networking architecture across multiple cloud service providers. In addition to its networking solutions, Aviatrix offers the Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE) Program, which serves as a certification for professionals in multicloud networking and security, thereby empowering the cloud networking community to navigate digital transformation effectively.
Tractable
Series A in 2017
Tractable Ltd. is a software company that specializes in artificial intelligence for accident and disaster recovery. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company creates AI algorithms that automate visual damage appraisal, enabling insurers to analyze photos of damaged vehicles and properties to predict repair costs rapidly. Tractable's platform streamlines traditional claims processes by providing real-time, end-to-end estimates, allowing repairs to commence sooner and thereby supporting the restoration of individuals' livelihoods. The company's technology leverages deep learning for image recognition and analysis, facilitating quick and accurate claims settlement for major insurers worldwide. Through its innovative solutions, Tractable aims to transform outdated practices in the insurance industry and enhance the efficiency of damage assessment.
SnapLogic
Series F in 2016
SnapLogic, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based integration platform as a service (iPaaS), known as the SnapLogic Intelligent Integration Platform. This platform facilitates the integration of data from various sources, whether on-premises or in the cloud, enhancing data and process flow across applications, databases, and big data streams. SnapLogic allows users to unify multiple endpoints, including SaaS, ERP applications, and APIs, through a user-friendly interface that supports both IT professionals and business users. The platform offers pre-built integration templates to streamline projects and improve efficiency. Additionally, SnapLogic provides services such as onboarding, customer support, and education to ensure user success. The company serves a diverse clientele, including Global 2000 companies, independent software vendors, and various sectors such as human resources and online marketing. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, SnapLogic has expanded its presence with offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Hyderabad, and Melbourne.
Accompany
Series B in 2016
Accompany is a relationship intelligence platform that specializes in offering a comprehensive database of individuals and their connections within companies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, Accompany utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver rich insights about millions of people and organizations. The platform features real-time profiles for every Fortune 500 CEO, enabling users to identify and connect with the right individuals to foster stronger professional relationships. The company's innovative approach is supported by notable investors, including CRV, ICONIQ Capital, Ignition Partners, and Cowboy Ventures.
Glympse
Series C in 2016
Glympse Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing a mobile application for real-time location sharing. Founded in 2008, the application allows users to share their location with others via a web-based map for a designated period. It caters to various needs, including monitoring grocery deliveries, scheduling service technician appointments, and facilitating curbside and in-store pickups. Glympse's platform integrates service, marketing, and commerce capabilities, aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction by reducing friction during delivery experiences. The company serves a range of clients, including many Fortune 1000 companies, which rely on Glympse for efficient communication and improved customer engagement.
Tempered
Series B in 2016
Tempered is a cyber risk management company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in providing identity-based micro-segmentation solutions that significantly reduce cyber risks. By offering a zero-trust software platform, Tempered enables users to create and manage hyper-secure networks across various environments, including on-premise, remote, virtual, and cloud infrastructures. Its technology allows for seamless segmentation of IP resources without the need for infrastructure changes or disruptions, making it particularly beneficial for organizations with complex networking requirements.
Acalvio
Series B in 2016
Acalvio is a cybersecurity company based in Silicon Valley, specializing in deception technology to protect against advanced security threats. Their flagship product, the ShadowPlex Cyber Deception Platform, leverages 25 issued patents in autonomous deception and advanced AI to offer solutions such as Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), Advanced Threat Detection, OT Security, Zero Trust, Active Directory Protection, and Ransomware Protection. Acalvio's technology is designed to reduce the time attackers spend undetected within a network by enabling early threat detection and enhancing the efficiency of security operations centers through sophisticated investigation and active threat-hunting capabilities. The company serves Fortune 500 enterprises and government agencies, with deployment options including on-premises, cloud, and managed service providers.
SignalSense
Seed Round in 2016
SignalSense specializes in providing machine learning technologies for signal processing that enhance cyber intelligence, making it practical and effective for businesses of all sizes. Recognizing the increasing IT security challenges, including sophisticated threats and the complexities introduced by cloud environments and agile development, the company offers solutions that enable organizations to protect their information technology assets. By leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms, SignalSense helps enterprises quickly and accurately identify and predict security threats within their networks, ensuring robust data security and content protection. This innovative approach addresses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, allowing businesses to stay ahead of potential risks.
Integris Software
Venture Round in 2016
Integris Software, Inc. specializes in data privacy automation software that assists enterprises in discovering, mapping, monitoring, and controlling sensitive data. Its flagship platform enables organizations to fulfill data subject requests, comply with regulations such as CCPA and GDPR, and secure data within environments like Hadoop data lakes. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Vancouver, Canada, Integris Software leverages artificial intelligence to provide visibility into the location of personal information across organizations. This capability not only helps companies meet stringent compliance mandates but also facilitates strategic decision-making by bridging the gap between legal, business, and technology sectors. As of June 2020, Integris Software operates as a subsidiary of OneTrust, LLC.
Trifacta
Series C in 2016
Trifacta offers a data engineering cloud platform focused on enhancing the efficiency of data wrangling and ensuring data quality. The platform allows users to connect seamlessly to various data sources, enabling them to evaluate, correct, and validate the quality of their data. With an AI-assisted and collaborative approach, Trifacta facilitates accelerated data transformation and the automation of data pipelines, making data consumable at any scale. The company serves tens of thousands of users across more than 10,000 organizations, including prominent names such as Deutsche Boerse, Google, and PepsiCo, helping them unlock the full potential of their data through its innovative solutions.
Nymi
Series A in 2016
Nymi Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in wearable biometric devices, particularly the Nymi Band, which utilizes proprietary HeartID technology to authenticate users based on their unique electrocardiogram. Founded in 2011 and rebranded from Bionym Inc. in December 2014, Nymi aims to facilitate digital transformation in various sectors, including life sciences, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services. The company offers a connected worker platform designed to enhance workplace safety, security, productivity, and data integrity by integrating human users with their digital environments. Nymi also provides a mobile application for Android to activate their wearable devices and sells the Nymi Bands online. Recognized for its positive workplace culture, Nymi was awarded one of the Best Workplaces in Canada in 2019 for companies with fewer than 100 employees.
Bromium
Series D in 2016
Bromium Inc. specializes in micro-virtualization technology aimed at enhancing enterprise security and protecting users from advanced malware threats. Its flagship product, Bromium vSentry™, employs a unique approach by isolating potentially harmful tasks in hardware-isolated environments, thereby safeguarding Windows PCs against both known and unknown attacks without requiring new management tools or skillsets. The platform provides real-time threat intelligence to IT teams, allowing for effective monitoring and management of security events across various enterprise endpoints. This solution is particularly beneficial for industries such as energy, finance, government, healthcare, high tech, and retail, as it enables safe collaboration and access to cloud-based applications while minimizing the risk of data breaches. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Bromium operates as a subsidiary of HP Inc., with a research and development center located in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Couchbase
Series F in 2016
Couchbase, Inc. is a provider of NoSQL databases tailored for enterprises, particularly for web and mobile applications. The company offers a comprehensive Couchbase platform that includes Couchbase Server, a high-performance distributed database, Couchbase Lite, an embedded database for mobile devices, and Couchbase Sync Gateway, which synchronizes data between mobile devices and the cloud. Additionally, Couchbase provides a cloud-native autonomous database management platform through its Kubernetes Operator and a fully-managed Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) known as Couchbase Cloud. The platform is designed to handle massive data volumes in real time, making it suitable for industries such as social networking, online gaming, advertising, and e-commerce. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, Couchbase was founded in 2008 and rebranded from Membase, Inc. in 2011. The company focuses on empowering developers to create innovative and personalized customer experiences through its agile and scalable database solutions.
Icertis
Series B in 2016
Icertis is a cloud-based enterprise contract management platform that addresses complex contract management challenges through an intuitive interface. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Icertis utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze and structure various types of contracts, helping organizations streamline their processes. The platform enhances contract velocity, ensures compliance with regulatory and policy requirements, and optimizes commercial relationships by maximizing revenue and minimizing costs. By providing detailed risk reports and automating the management of obligations, Icertis enables clients to improve governance, mitigate risks, and boost overall productivity.
Iron.io
Series A in 2016
Iron.io, Inc. is a developer of cloud-based tools designed for building and managing distributed applications. Founded in 2010 and based in Las Vegas, California, the company offers a range of solutions including IronWorker for container-based workloads, IronMQ for messaging queuing, IronFunctions for open-source functions integration, and IronCache for caching data. Iron.io's event-driven computing platform facilitates the delivery and processing of millions of messages and tasks, enabling asynchronous workloads in public, private, or hybrid cloud environments. Its technology supports various computing patterns, such as event processing and microservices, allowing enterprises to effectively scale their Docker-based workloads while maintaining control over job processing and security across different deployment scenarios.
Trifacta
Series C in 2016
Trifacta offers a data engineering cloud platform focused on enhancing the efficiency of data wrangling and ensuring data quality. The platform allows users to connect seamlessly to various data sources, enabling them to evaluate, correct, and validate the quality of their data. With an AI-assisted and collaborative approach, Trifacta facilitates accelerated data transformation and the automation of data pipelines, making data consumable at any scale. The company serves tens of thousands of users across more than 10,000 organizations, including prominent names such as Deutsche Boerse, Google, and PepsiCo, helping them unlock the full potential of their data through its innovative solutions.
Unidesk
Venture Round in 2016
Unidesk is a software development company based in Marlborough, Massachusetts, that specializes in virtual desktop management. Established in 2007, it offers a management platform designed for the mobility of Windows applications. Unidesk's patented application layering technology simplifies the management of Windows apps by allowing IT departments to containerize these applications, facilitating their deployment across session hosts and virtual desktops in various cloud environments. This approach provides significant advantages over traditional application delivery methods, including greater packaging simplicity, high application compatibility, and platform independence. The company's focus is on enabling efficient and flexible management of Windows desktops and applications, whether in cloud, on-premises, or hybrid setups.
Talent Sonar
Series A in 2015
Talent Sonar, following its merger with TalVista, focuses on assisting companies in managing unconscious bias to enhance diversity hiring practices. Through services such as redacted resume review, job description optimization, and structured interviews, Talent Sonar aims to help organizations create more inclusive and equitable recruitment processes. By leveraging technology and data-driven approaches, Talent Sonar aims to support companies in building diverse and talented teams.
Docker
Series D in 2015
Docker, Inc. is a software company that provides an open platform for building, shipping, and running distributed applications through the use of container technology. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Docker facilitates collaboration among developers and system administrators by allowing applications to be packaged as containers that can run seamlessly across various environments, including local machines, data centers, and public clouds. The platform includes tools for code building, scaling, deployment, and load balancing, as well as a cloud service for sharing applications and automating workflows. By offering an integrated and secure workflow, Docker enhances the efficiency of application development and accelerates the delivery process from code to deployment, serving millions of developers worldwide.
Cask
Series B in 2015
Cask is an open-source software company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in simplifying the development and management of big data solutions. The company offers a unified integration platform that significantly reduces the time required to deploy data applications and data lakes by up to 80%. Cask's platform combines data integration and application development capabilities, allowing customers to accelerate their development processes in both public and private cloud environments. It is supported by notable investors, including Battery Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, and Ignition Partners.
StreamSets
Series A in 2015
StreamSets, Inc. is a company that specializes in cloud-based DataOps solutions for modern data integration, enabling enterprises to efficiently manage the flow of big, streaming, and traditional data. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, StreamSets provides a range of tools including StreamSets Control Hub for designing and monitoring data pipelines, StreamSets Data Collector for executing data pipelines without manual coding, and StreamSets Transformer for building data transformations across various sources. The platform is designed to enhance operational excellence in managing data in motion, ensuring timely and high-quality data delivery for critical business analysis and decision-making. StreamSets serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises in the United States and internationally, and supports use cases such as data lake and warehouse integration, cloud data storage adoption, and real-time application development. The company also has offices in locations including Sunnyvale, Austin, London, Barcelona, Bengaluru, and Sydney.
Iron.io
Series A in 2015
Iron.io, Inc. is a developer of cloud-based tools designed for building and managing distributed applications. Founded in 2010 and based in Las Vegas, California, the company offers a range of solutions including IronWorker for container-based workloads, IronMQ for messaging queuing, IronFunctions for open-source functions integration, and IronCache for caching data. Iron.io's event-driven computing platform facilitates the delivery and processing of millions of messages and tasks, enabling asynchronous workloads in public, private, or hybrid cloud environments. Its technology supports various computing patterns, such as event processing and microservices, allowing enterprises to effectively scale their Docker-based workloads while maintaining control over job processing and security across different deployment scenarios.
Chef Software
Series E in 2015
Chef Software is a leading provider of Continuous Automation software based in Seattle, Washington. Renowned for its role in the DevOps movement, Chef collaborates with over a thousand innovative companies globally to facilitate digital transformation. Its flagship product, Chef Automate, integrates infrastructure and application management, enabling enterprises to swiftly and securely build, deploy, and manage applications across various environments. Additionally, Chef's Habitat product enhances application automation, supporting diverse release scenarios and modernization initiatives. The InSpec tool aids organizations in maintaining compliance and security during cloud migration through a 'Detect, Correct, Automate' strategy. Chef's open-source solutions allow users to define infrastructure as code, ensuring configurations are flexible, version-controlled, and easily readable. By continuously evaluating and correcting configuration states, Chef ensures consistent application management, thus empowering development, operations, and security teams to enhance their software delivery processes effectively.
Acalvio
Series A in 2015
Acalvio is a cybersecurity company based in Silicon Valley, specializing in deception technology to protect against advanced security threats. Their flagship product, the ShadowPlex Cyber Deception Platform, leverages 25 issued patents in autonomous deception and advanced AI to offer solutions such as Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), Advanced Threat Detection, OT Security, Zero Trust, Active Directory Protection, and Ransomware Protection. Acalvio's technology is designed to reduce the time attackers spend undetected within a network by enabling early threat detection and enhancing the efficiency of security operations centers through sophisticated investigation and active threat-hunting capabilities. The company serves Fortune 500 enterprises and government agencies, with deployment options including on-premises, cloud, and managed service providers.
BlueData
Series C in 2015
BlueData offers a cloud-based software platform that enhances the deployment of AI, machine learning, data science, and big data analytics solutions for enterprises. By utilizing container technology, particularly Docker, BlueData enables faster and more cost-effective access to essential applications such as Spark, Kafka, TensorFlow, and Hadoop. The platform is designed to streamline the deployment process, allowing organizations to achieve quicker time-to-value while reducing overall costs. BlueData's innovations empower businesses to access analytics and machine learning capabilities on-demand, facilitating efficient management of their big data infrastructure.
Spoken Communications
Series D in 2015
Spoken Communications offer these businesses Spoken ConversationCenter, the first conversation-centric solution for the contact center. It provides a single AI-enabled platform for channeling, managing, and analyzing digital conversations – including voice, thanks to TrueMeaning, Spoken’s patented real-time digital voice channel. Spoken ConversationCenter let’s service providers meet the demands of the modern digital consumer now and in the future while optimizing service delivery costs with AI, Big Data, and cloud-first performance.
Apprenda
Series D in 2015
Apprenda is a developer of a cloud-based enterprise platform that enhances enterprise software development. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Troy, New York, the company specializes in creating modern application platforms suitable for both cloud-native and traditional workloads. Apprenda's offerings enable enterprise IT to build a Kubernetes-enabled shared service on various infrastructures, facilitating collaboration among developers across different business units. By streamlining the software delivery process, Apprenda aims to transform IT into a dynamic engine of growth for organizations, drawing on over a decade of insights from enterprise customers.
Yhat
Seed Round in 2015
Yhat (pronounced Y-hat) provides an end-to-end data science platform for developing, deploying, and managing real-time decision APIs. Yhat eliminates painful IT obstacles involved in cloud-based data science like server setup and config. With Yhat, data scientists can transform static insights into production-ready decision making APIs that integrate seamlessly with any customer- or employee-facing app. Yhat also created Rodeo, an open source integrated development environment (IDE) for Python. Yhat was founded in 2013 and is based in New York. The team is composed of entrepreneurs, data scientists, and engineers formerly at OnDeck, AppNexus, Guidespark, Shareablee and the Washington Post.
Coho Data
Series C in 2015
Coho Data, Inc. specializes in developing advanced storage solutions tailored for cloud environments. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Vancouver, Sunnyvale, Cambridge, and Bengaluru, the company focuses on creating a data-centric storage platform that combines hybrid and all-flash storage arrays. This platform is designed to support a variety of applications, including server virtualization, virtual desktops, and disaster recovery. Coho Data's flagship product, the Coho DataStream platform, offers an integrated software-defined data center (SDDC) solution that simplifies management by converging storage, networking, and compute resources at the rack level. The platform is optimized for virtual private clouds, containers, and modern workloads, enabling enterprises to achieve true scale-out storage performance while significantly reducing total cost of ownership. Coho Data aims to provide the efficiency and flexibility of public cloud solutions for on-premise data centers.
Docker
Series D in 2015
Docker, Inc. is a software company that provides an open platform for building, shipping, and running distributed applications through the use of container technology. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Docker facilitates collaboration among developers and system administrators by allowing applications to be packaged as containers that can run seamlessly across various environments, including local machines, data centers, and public clouds. The platform includes tools for code building, scaling, deployment, and load balancing, as well as a cloud service for sharing applications and automating workflows. By offering an integrated and secure workflow, Docker enhances the efficiency of application development and accelerates the delivery process from code to deployment, serving millions of developers worldwide.
Tempered
Series A in 2015
Tempered is a cyber risk management company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in providing identity-based micro-segmentation solutions that significantly reduce cyber risks. By offering a zero-trust software platform, Tempered enables users to create and manage hyper-secure networks across various environments, including on-premise, remote, virtual, and cloud infrastructures. Its technology allows for seamless segmentation of IP resources without the need for infrastructure changes or disruptions, making it particularly beneficial for organizations with complex networking requirements.
Aviatrix
Series A in 2015
Aviatrix is a cloud networking expert that focuses on simplifying cloud connectivity for enterprises. The company provides a multi-cloud native networking software designed to enhance visibility, security, and control, enabling organizations to adapt quickly and maintain agility in their operations. Trusted by over 500 leading enterprises, Aviatrix delivers an enterprise-grade secure cloud network that supports mission-critical applications through a consistent networking architecture across multiple cloud service providers. In addition to its networking solutions, Aviatrix offers the Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE) Program, which serves as a certification for professionals in multicloud networking and security, thereby empowering the cloud networking community to navigate digital transformation effectively.
Motif
Series E in 2015
Motif is a digital brokerage firm that specializes in thematic investing solutions tailored for individuals and financial advisors. Founded in 2015, the company originally began as an agency focused on accelerating growth for luxury lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and wellness brands. Motif emphasizes the importance of effective communication through eCommerce websites and strategies, recognizing that a misalignment can lead to lost revenue opportunities. The firm takes a customer-centric approach, offering marketing solutions and creative services designed to address the specific needs of direct-to-consumer and retail companies. By prioritizing the right strategies and fostering a human-first customer experience, Motif aims to help clients optimize their business potential and achieve their financial goals.
Skytap
Series D in 2014
Skytap, Inc. specializes in providing cloud-based development and testing environments aimed at migrating and modernizing enterprise applications globally. The company's primary offering, Skytap Cloud, allows for self-service access to production-like environments, facilitating more frequent code testing for development and testing teams. Skytap’s platform supports organizations in transitioning to modern software delivery methods by enabling the rapid migration of traditional workloads to the cloud and fostering the adoption of agile and DevOps practices. This approach helps businesses enhance their application development efficiency and integrate new cloud architectures. Additionally, Skytap provides a range of services including cloud migration, application modernization, training, and strategic consulting. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Skytap also maintains locations in Toronto, Canada, and London, United Kingdom.
SnapLogic
Series D in 2014
SnapLogic, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based integration platform as a service (iPaaS), known as the SnapLogic Intelligent Integration Platform. This platform facilitates the integration of data from various sources, whether on-premises or in the cloud, enhancing data and process flow across applications, databases, and big data streams. SnapLogic allows users to unify multiple endpoints, including SaaS, ERP applications, and APIs, through a user-friendly interface that supports both IT professionals and business users. The platform offers pre-built integration templates to streamline projects and improve efficiency. Additionally, SnapLogic provides services such as onboarding, customer support, and education to ensure user success. The company serves a diverse clientele, including Global 2000 companies, independent software vendors, and various sectors such as human resources and online marketing. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, SnapLogic has expanded its presence with offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Hyderabad, and Melbourne.
Wit.AI
Seed Round in 2014
Wit.ai, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in natural language processing solutions. Founded in 2013, it offers an application programming interface (API) that allows developers to integrate natural language interfaces into their applications and devices, facilitating interactions through speech or text. Wit.ai enables the creation of voice interfaces that learn from user interactions, continuously improving their understanding of human language. As of January 2015, Wit.ai operates as a subsidiary of Facebook, Inc. The platform empowers developers to build conversational applications, leveraging community contributions to enhance its capabilities.
Azuqua
Series A in 2014
Azuqua, Inc. operates a cloud-based digital automation platform that facilitates the integration of software as a service (SaaS) applications. The platform features an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, allowing users to create integrations and automate processes without the need for coding. Azuqua's offerings include a comprehensive library of logic functions, built-in spreadsheets, and robust error handling capabilities. The platform supports various business functions, including customer experience, sales, human resources, and marketing, enabling organizations to streamline operations and improve productivity. Azuqua caters to both start-ups and large enterprises, helping them automate repetitive tasks and enhance employee and customer experiences. Founded in 2010 and based in Seattle, Washington, Azuqua operates as a subsidiary of Okta, Inc. as of March 2019.
Nymi
Series A in 2014
Nymi Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in wearable biometric devices, particularly the Nymi Band, which utilizes proprietary HeartID technology to authenticate users based on their unique electrocardiogram. Founded in 2011 and rebranded from Bionym Inc. in December 2014, Nymi aims to facilitate digital transformation in various sectors, including life sciences, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services. The company offers a connected worker platform designed to enhance workplace safety, security, productivity, and data integrity by integrating human users with their digital environments. Nymi also provides a mobile application for Android to activate their wearable devices and sells the Nymi Bands online. Recognized for its positive workplace culture, Nymi was awarded one of the Best Workplaces in Canada in 2019 for companies with fewer than 100 employees.
Xamarin
Series C in 2014
Xamarin is a company that specializes in providing development tools for building and testing native mobile applications. Its core offering includes a cross-platform development software that enables developers to create fully native applications for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone, allowing for significant code sharing across platforms. Xamarin aims to simplify the mobile application creation process by allowing businesses to leverage their existing skills, teams, and tools to deliver high-quality applications efficiently. With a user base of over 700,000 developers, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, Xamarin is recognized as a leader in enterprise mobile development. Its products facilitate the rapid development of mission-critical consumer and enterprise applications, making it a valuable resource for organizations looking to enhance their mobile presence.
PaxVax
Series B in 2014
PaxVax Corporation focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vaccines targeting various infectious diseases. The company has developed a range of products, including a single-dose oral cholera vaccine (PXVX0200), a typhoid fever vaccine (Vivotif), and a hepatitis A vaccine (Epaxal). Additionally, PaxVax is advancing oral vaccine candidates for avian influenza, anthrax, and components for HIV vaccines, while also researching vaccines for malaria, dengue, rabies, and herpes simplex virus. By utilizing a proprietary adenoviral-based technology, PaxVax aims to overcome the limitations of traditional injectable vaccines, such as cold storage requirements and the need for medical personnel for administration. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company also has facilities in San Diego and Switzerland. PaxVax offers its vaccines for travelers and biodefense both in the United States and internationally, operating as a subsidiary of Emergent BioSolutions, Inc.
Couchbase
Series E in 2014
Couchbase, Inc. is a provider of NoSQL databases tailored for enterprises, particularly for web and mobile applications. The company offers a comprehensive Couchbase platform that includes Couchbase Server, a high-performance distributed database, Couchbase Lite, an embedded database for mobile devices, and Couchbase Sync Gateway, which synchronizes data between mobile devices and the cloud. Additionally, Couchbase provides a cloud-native autonomous database management platform through its Kubernetes Operator and a fully-managed Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) known as Couchbase Cloud. The platform is designed to handle massive data volumes in real time, making it suitable for industries such as social networking, online gaming, advertising, and e-commerce. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, Couchbase was founded in 2008 and rebranded from Membase, Inc. in 2011. The company focuses on empowering developers to create innovative and personalized customer experiences through its agile and scalable database solutions.
Glympse
Series C in 2014
Glympse Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing a mobile application for real-time location sharing. Founded in 2008, the application allows users to share their location with others via a web-based map for a designated period. It caters to various needs, including monitoring grocery deliveries, scheduling service technician appointments, and facilitating curbside and in-store pickups. Glympse's platform integrates service, marketing, and commerce capabilities, aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction by reducing friction during delivery experiences. The company serves a range of clients, including many Fortune 1000 companies, which rely on Glympse for efficient communication and improved customer engagement.
Hipmunk
Series C in 2014
Hipmunk, Inc. is a travel search platform designed to simplify the travel planning process. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, the company allows users to compare a wide range of travel options, including commercial flights, trains, charter flights, hotels, and vacation rentals. Its website and mobile applications present flight results in a visual timeline, enabling users to easily identify the best options, while hotel listings are displayed on a map to highlight proximity to local landmarks. Additionally, Hipmunk offers services for rental cars and vacation packages, aiming to provide a comprehensive and efficient travel booking experience. As of October 2016, Hipmunk operates as a subsidiary of Concur Technologies, Inc.
Trifacta
Series C in 2014
Trifacta offers a data engineering cloud platform focused on enhancing the efficiency of data wrangling and ensuring data quality. The platform allows users to connect seamlessly to various data sources, enabling them to evaluate, correct, and validate the quality of their data. With an AI-assisted and collaborative approach, Trifacta facilitates accelerated data transformation and the automation of data pipelines, making data consumable at any scale. The company serves tens of thousands of users across more than 10,000 organizations, including prominent names such as Deutsche Boerse, Google, and PepsiCo, helping them unlock the full potential of their data through its innovative solutions.
Message Bus
Venture Round in 2014
Mail Bypass, Inc., doing business as Message Bus, provides a cloud-native application service for enabling and powering messaging across email and mobile channels. Its service enables enterprises and application developers to deliver transactional and marketing messages, including emails, SMS, push mails, and social messages. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Corte Madera, California.
Motif
Series D in 2014
Motif is a digital brokerage firm that specializes in thematic investing solutions tailored for individuals and financial advisors. Founded in 2015, the company originally began as an agency focused on accelerating growth for luxury lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and wellness brands. Motif emphasizes the importance of effective communication through eCommerce websites and strategies, recognizing that a misalignment can lead to lost revenue opportunities. The firm takes a customer-centric approach, offering marketing solutions and creative services designed to address the specific needs of direct-to-consumer and retail companies. By prioritizing the right strategies and fostering a human-first customer experience, Motif aims to help clients optimize their business potential and achieve their financial goals.
Avvo
Series D in 2014
Avvo, Inc. is an online legal marketplace that facilitates connections between consumers and lawyers. The platform features a comprehensive directory of lawyer profiles, including ratings, client reviews, and peer endorsements, covering approximately 97% of lawyers in the United States. Consumers can seek free legal advice through a Q&A forum, which includes previously answered questions and responses from participating attorneys. Avvo also offers marketing solutions for lawyers, such as Avvo Ignite, a cloud-based platform tailored to enhance their business growth. The services provided cover various legal areas, including criminal defense, family law, immigration, and personal injury. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Avvo operates as a subsidiary of Internet Brands, Inc.
Tipbit
Series A in 2014
Tipbit returns email to killer app status by recreating it to make working from the smartphone easier and more productive – as often as possible, turning everyday tasks into a single swipe of a thumb or finger. It is the only mobile app that pulls everything a person needs to work effectively on the go into a single interface.
DocuSign
Series E in 2014
DocuSign, Inc., established in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in cloud-based software for digital agreement processes. The company's core offering, DocuSign Agreement Cloud, enables businesses to automate and manage the entire agreement lifecycle, from preparation to execution and acting on agreements. This suite includes e-signature solutions, workflow automation, AI-driven insights, and industry-specific tools. DocuSign serves a wide range of sectors, from financial services to real estate, and caters to enterprises, small businesses, and individuals. The company also operates DocuSign Ventures, its corporate venture capital arm, investing in and partnering with startups innovating around the agreement process.
Unidesk
Venture Round in 2014
Unidesk is a software development company based in Marlborough, Massachusetts, that specializes in virtual desktop management. Established in 2007, it offers a management platform designed for the mobility of Windows applications. Unidesk's patented application layering technology simplifies the management of Windows apps by allowing IT departments to containerize these applications, facilitating their deployment across session hosts and virtual desktops in various cloud environments. This approach provides significant advantages over traditional application delivery methods, including greater packaging simplicity, high application compatibility, and platform independence. The company's focus is on enabling efficient and flexible management of Windows desktops and applications, whether in cloud, on-premises, or hybrid setups.
Skytap
Series C in 2014
Skytap, Inc. specializes in providing cloud-based development and testing environments aimed at migrating and modernizing enterprise applications globally. The company's primary offering, Skytap Cloud, allows for self-service access to production-like environments, facilitating more frequent code testing for development and testing teams. Skytap’s platform supports organizations in transitioning to modern software delivery methods by enabling the rapid migration of traditional workloads to the cloud and fostering the adoption of agile and DevOps practices. This approach helps businesses enhance their application development efficiency and integrate new cloud architectures. Additionally, Skytap provides a range of services including cloud migration, application modernization, training, and strategic consulting. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Skytap also maintains locations in Toronto, Canada, and London, United Kingdom.
Chef Software
Series D in 2013
Chef Software is a leading provider of Continuous Automation software based in Seattle, Washington. Renowned for its role in the DevOps movement, Chef collaborates with over a thousand innovative companies globally to facilitate digital transformation. Its flagship product, Chef Automate, integrates infrastructure and application management, enabling enterprises to swiftly and securely build, deploy, and manage applications across various environments. Additionally, Chef's Habitat product enhances application automation, supporting diverse release scenarios and modernization initiatives. The InSpec tool aids organizations in maintaining compliance and security during cloud migration through a 'Detect, Correct, Automate' strategy. Chef's open-source solutions allow users to define infrastructure as code, ensuring configurations are flexible, version-controlled, and easily readable. By continuously evaluating and correcting configuration states, Chef ensures consistent application management, thus empowering development, operations, and security teams to enhance their software delivery processes effectively.
PaxVax
Series B in 2013
PaxVax Corporation focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vaccines targeting various infectious diseases. The company has developed a range of products, including a single-dose oral cholera vaccine (PXVX0200), a typhoid fever vaccine (Vivotif), and a hepatitis A vaccine (Epaxal). Additionally, PaxVax is advancing oral vaccine candidates for avian influenza, anthrax, and components for HIV vaccines, while also researching vaccines for malaria, dengue, rabies, and herpes simplex virus. By utilizing a proprietary adenoviral-based technology, PaxVax aims to overcome the limitations of traditional injectable vaccines, such as cold storage requirements and the need for medical personnel for administration. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company also has facilities in San Diego and Switzerland. PaxVax offers its vaccines for travelers and biodefense both in the United States and internationally, operating as a subsidiary of Emergent BioSolutions, Inc.
Apprenda
Series C in 2013
Apprenda is a developer of a cloud-based enterprise platform that enhances enterprise software development. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Troy, New York, the company specializes in creating modern application platforms suitable for both cloud-native and traditional workloads. Apprenda's offerings enable enterprise IT to build a Kubernetes-enabled shared service on various infrastructures, facilitating collaboration among developers across different business units. By streamlining the software delivery process, Apprenda aims to transform IT into a dynamic engine of growth for organizations, drawing on over a decade of insights from enterprise customers.
Coho Data
Series B in 2013
Coho Data, Inc. specializes in developing advanced storage solutions tailored for cloud environments. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Vancouver, Sunnyvale, Cambridge, and Bengaluru, the company focuses on creating a data-centric storage platform that combines hybrid and all-flash storage arrays. This platform is designed to support a variety of applications, including server virtualization, virtual desktops, and disaster recovery. Coho Data's flagship product, the Coho DataStream platform, offers an integrated software-defined data center (SDDC) solution that simplifies management by converging storage, networking, and compute resources at the rack level. The platform is optimized for virtual private clouds, containers, and modern workloads, enabling enterprises to achieve true scale-out storage performance while significantly reducing total cost of ownership. Coho Data aims to provide the efficiency and flexibility of public cloud solutions for on-premise data centers.
Bromium
Series C in 2013
Bromium Inc. specializes in micro-virtualization technology aimed at enhancing enterprise security and protecting users from advanced malware threats. Its flagship product, Bromium vSentry™, employs a unique approach by isolating potentially harmful tasks in hardware-isolated environments, thereby safeguarding Windows PCs against both known and unknown attacks without requiring new management tools or skillsets. The platform provides real-time threat intelligence to IT teams, allowing for effective monitoring and management of security events across various enterprise endpoints. This solution is particularly beneficial for industries such as energy, finance, government, healthcare, high tech, and retail, as it enables safe collaboration and access to cloud-based applications while minimizing the risk of data breaches. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Bromium operates as a subsidiary of HP Inc., with a research and development center located in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
BlueData
Series B in 2013
BlueData offers a cloud-based software platform that enhances the deployment of AI, machine learning, data science, and big data analytics solutions for enterprises. By utilizing container technology, particularly Docker, BlueData enables faster and more cost-effective access to essential applications such as Spark, Kafka, TensorFlow, and Hadoop. The platform is designed to streamline the deployment process, allowing organizations to achieve quicker time-to-value while reducing overall costs. BlueData's innovations empower businesses to access analytics and machine learning capabilities on-demand, facilitating efficient management of their big data infrastructure.
StrongLoop
Series A in 2013
StrongLoop, based in San Mateo, California, is a company specializing in application programming interfaces (APIs) that connect enterprise data to various devices and browsers. It employs a team of over 30 developers who focus on Node.js and is a significant contributor to its ecosystem. StrongLoop develops the StrongLoop Suite, a mobile backend as a service (mBaaS) that includes an open-source private backend, an operations console, and a comprehensive supported package of Node.js. This suite allows users to connect multiple data sources, implement business logic using Node.js, and automatically generate software development kits (SDKs) for iOS and Android applications. The company was founded by core contributors to Node.js and experienced professionals from the open source and cloud sectors.
Vastrm
Seed Round in 2013
Vastrm, Inc. specializes in made-to-order sportswear for men, offering a diverse range of custom apparel including hoodies, track jackets, mock neck pullovers, tailored polos, shirts, T-shirts, and lightweight layering pieces. Founded in 2010 and based in Burlingame, California, the company caters to both individual customers and retailers through its online platform, which allows for personalized selections in fabric, color, and detailing. Vastrm emphasizes providing a perfect fit for various body types, enabling customers to create self-curated clothing options. Additionally, the company offers a home try-on program and private-label services for retailers, enhancing the shopping experience and expanding its market reach.
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