Carputty
Venture Round in 2024
Carputty is a consumer automotive startup that offers a flexible and transparent car loan service designed to simplify the financing process for customers. Founded in 2020 by Patrick Bayliss and Joshua Tatum, the company provides a real-time line of credit that can be utilized for refinancing, purchasing, or leasing vehicles. Carputty distinguishes itself with a proprietary predictive valuation tool that assists users in understanding the optimal times to buy or sell their vehicles, promoting the idea of viewing cars as valuable assets. By prioritizing customer empowerment and ease of use, Carputty aims to enhance the car financing experience.
Carputty
Seed Round in 2021
Carputty is a consumer automotive startup that offers a flexible and transparent car loan service designed to simplify the financing process for customers. Founded in 2020 by Patrick Bayliss and Joshua Tatum, the company provides a real-time line of credit that can be utilized for refinancing, purchasing, or leasing vehicles. Carputty distinguishes itself with a proprietary predictive valuation tool that assists users in understanding the optimal times to buy or sell their vehicles, promoting the idea of viewing cars as valuable assets. By prioritizing customer empowerment and ease of use, Carputty aims to enhance the car financing experience.
Wisio is a platform designed to connect social media creators and influencers with their audiences through paid interactions. It allows followers to engage with their favorite creators by requesting personalized video responses, thereby providing exclusive access to content and insights. The platform aims to empower creators by offering features that facilitate community building and monetization of their relationships with followers. With a growing user base, Wisio serves as a valuable tool for creators to enhance their online presence and develop their businesses while making themselves more accessible to their fans. The company's vision is to ensure that all creators can be reached by their audiences.
Everyware
Series A in 2019
Everyware Inc. is a technology company that specializes in an online communication platform, offering two-way text messaging and payment processing services. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, with additional offices in San Francisco and Austin, Everyware facilitates personalized interactions between businesses and their customers. The platform features automated text reminders, quick reply templates, and appointment scheduling, enhancing the efficiency of customer engagement. By integrating smart payment solutions, Everyware enables clients to streamline service delivery, reduce operational costs, and improve overall customer service, ultimately contributing to better post-sale communication and increased profitability.
Kobiton, Inc. is a mobile testing platform founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with additional offices in San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. The company specializes in accelerating the delivery and testing of mobile applications by providing both manual and automated testing on real devices, either in the cloud or on-premise. Kobiton's platform enables mobile app developers to gain access to real iOS and Android devices, allowing them to execute manual or automated scripts and detect issues in real-time. The platform features an artificial intelligence-enabled scriptless testing environment, which helps businesses ensure their applications function correctly across various device models. By offering capabilities such as detailed activity logs and automation reports, Kobiton aims to enhance the overall mobile experience, reduce user application abandonment, improve quality, and shorten time-to-market for developers.
Kobiton
Seed Round in 2018
Kobiton, Inc. is a mobile testing platform founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with additional offices in San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. The company specializes in accelerating the delivery and testing of mobile applications by providing both manual and automated testing on real devices, either in the cloud or on-premise. Kobiton's platform enables mobile app developers to gain access to real iOS and Android devices, allowing them to execute manual or automated scripts and detect issues in real-time. The platform features an artificial intelligence-enabled scriptless testing environment, which helps businesses ensure their applications function correctly across various device models. By offering capabilities such as detailed activity logs and automation reports, Kobiton aims to enhance the overall mobile experience, reduce user application abandonment, improve quality, and shorten time-to-market for developers.
Optii, based in Austin, Texas, with additional offices in London and Brisbane, provides a hotel operations solution that enhances housekeeping and service delivery through advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, analytics, messaging, and mobility. The company specializes in real-time operations management, allowing hotels to optimize their processes, reduce costs, and improve the overall guest experience without the need for significant capital expenditure or complex integrations. Optii's software is utilized by various hotels globally, including notable establishments like La Cantera Resort & Spa, The Don Cesar, Okada Manila Resort & Casino, and several others within the IHG brand.
Instant Financial
Series A in 2018
Instant Financial Inc. is a technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, with an additional location in Montreal, focused on providing fee-free earned wage access solutions for employees. Founded in 2015 and originally named PayHero, the company has developed a mobile application that allows workers to access their earned wages immediately after their shifts. This platform empowers employees to request pay, check their balances, and manage their finances effectively. Employers benefit from the system by streamlining payroll administration and reducing operational costs, while also enhancing employee retention and engagement. Instant Financial's solution bridges the gap between workdays and payday, contributing to financial wellness for millions of workers in the United States.
ThunderCore
Seed Round in 2018
ThunderCore operates a high-performance public blockchain compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). It employs a proprietary consensus protocol called PaLa, which addresses scalability challenges and enables rapid transaction processing at over 4,000 TPS with confirmation times under one second. The network's native currency, TT, facilitates secure and low-cost transactions, with gas fees costing less than a fraction of a cent. ThunderCore serves an international user base across over 190 countries, supporting decentralized applications (dApps) with enhanced security and scalability.
Vizbee
Venture Round in 2018
Vizbee Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in New York, specializes in integrating mobile and streaming devices within a household into a single, cohesive app experience. The company's core business involves transforming traditional mobile marketing channels into direct response paths for television viewers, thereby enhancing engagement and interaction with content across multiple devices. Vizbee offers Homegraph, an innovative service that automatically groups connected streaming devices to facilitate unified cross-device user acquisition and retention strategies.
STAQ
Venture Round in 2018
STAQ, Inc. is a developer of an integration platform-as-a-service tailored for advertising technology platforms. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company specializes in creating a unified reporting and integration system that connects various ad tech solutions. This platform allows advertisers to access and analyze their campaigns, analytics, and relevant data across multiple technology partners. By automating the collection of revenue and inventory information, STAQ centralizes data for its customers, enabling them to create and merge data sets and apply complex decision-making processes. The technology enhances the functionality of ad platforms, allowing clients to utilize these tools more effectively, ultimately driving meaningful business results and improving yield and optimization.
Instant Financial
Seed Round in 2017
Instant Financial Inc. is a technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, with an additional location in Montreal, focused on providing fee-free earned wage access solutions for employees. Founded in 2015 and originally named PayHero, the company has developed a mobile application that allows workers to access their earned wages immediately after their shifts. This platform empowers employees to request pay, check their balances, and manage their finances effectively. Employers benefit from the system by streamlining payroll administration and reducing operational costs, while also enhancing employee retention and engagement. Instant Financial's solution bridges the gap between workdays and payday, contributing to financial wellness for millions of workers in the United States.
Cardlytics
Series G in 2017
Cardlytics, Inc. operates an advertising platform that integrates with the digital channels of financial institutions, including online and mobile banking, email, and real-time notifications, primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company partners with over 1,500 financial institutions, such as Bank of America and PNC, to enhance customer loyalty through banking rewards programs. Utilizing purchase-based intelligence, Cardlytics enables marketers to effectively identify, reach, and influence potential buyers while accurately measuring the impact of their marketing campaigns. The company's primary offering, the Cardlytics Direct solution, serves as a native advertising channel within banking platforms, allowing marketers to connect with consumers in a trusted environment. Additionally, Cardlytics provides other platform solutions that leverage purchase insights outside the banking context, further enhancing marketers' capabilities to engage with their target audience.
PlumSlice Labs
Venture Round in 2016
PlumSlice Labs, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing cloud-based web and mobile applications tailored for retailers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Miami and Ahmedabad, the company provides a range of solutions designed to streamline product management and sales processes. Its offerings include PlumSlice PIM, a collaborative repository for product content; PlumSlice DEVELOP, which tracks product pipeline statuses; and a comprehensive Product Platform that features real-time workflow automation and analytics. Additionally, PlumSlice Labs provides tools for e-commerce marketplace enablement through its DROPSHIP solution, as well as vendor collaboration portals and digital asset management services. The company's products serve various sectors, including e-commerce, product merchandising, and supply chain management, helping businesses to enhance their merchandising and marketing efforts, thereby improving efficiency and reducing costs.
STAQ
Venture Round in 2016
STAQ, Inc. is a developer of an integration platform-as-a-service tailored for advertising technology platforms. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company specializes in creating a unified reporting and integration system that connects various ad tech solutions. This platform allows advertisers to access and analyze their campaigns, analytics, and relevant data across multiple technology partners. By automating the collection of revenue and inventory information, STAQ centralizes data for its customers, enabling them to create and merge data sets and apply complex decision-making processes. The technology enhances the functionality of ad platforms, allowing clients to utilize these tools more effectively, ultimately driving meaningful business results and improving yield and optimization.
Virtual Instruments
Venture Round in 2016
Virtual Instruments specializes in IT Infrastructure Performance Management across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Founded in June 2008 and headquartered in Silicon Valley, the company focuses on enhancing the performance and availability of mission-critical applications for clients transitioning from traditional to virtualized and cloud systems. The firm serves a diverse range of industry-leading brands that operate in complex and performance-sensitive IT environments. Virtual Instruments is committed to delivering significant value through innovative technology and services, which has contributed to its rapid growth. The company's flagship platform, VirtualWisdom, is recognized for its effectiveness in managing infrastructure performance and ensuring optimal operational outcomes for its customers.
Predictix
Series B in 2016
Predictix LLC is a provider of a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service suite designed to assist retailers, wholesalers, and brands in making informed merchandising decisions. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company specializes in areas such as planning and allocation, assortment and space, pricing and promotions, and forecasting and replenishment. Predictix's innovative software leverages predictive technology and big data analytics to enhance decision-making accuracy in a rapidly changing market. The company offers its solutions on-demand via a monthly subscription, eliminating the need for hardware purchases or software installations. Additionally, Predictix provides various support services, including application infrastructure hosting and website hosting. As a subsidiary of Infor (US), Inc., Predictix has established strategic partnerships with notable organizations, including Amazon Web Services and Planalytics, to further enhance its offerings.
Predictix
Series A in 2014
Predictix LLC is a provider of a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service suite designed to assist retailers, wholesalers, and brands in making informed merchandising decisions. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company specializes in areas such as planning and allocation, assortment and space, pricing and promotions, and forecasting and replenishment. Predictix's innovative software leverages predictive technology and big data analytics to enhance decision-making accuracy in a rapidly changing market. The company offers its solutions on-demand via a monthly subscription, eliminating the need for hardware purchases or software installations. Additionally, Predictix provides various support services, including application infrastructure hosting and website hosting. As a subsidiary of Infor (US), Inc., Predictix has established strategic partnerships with notable organizations, including Amazon Web Services and Planalytics, to further enhance its offerings.
STAQ, Inc. is a developer of an integration platform-as-a-service tailored for advertising technology platforms. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company specializes in creating a unified reporting and integration system that connects various ad tech solutions. This platform allows advertisers to access and analyze their campaigns, analytics, and relevant data across multiple technology partners. By automating the collection of revenue and inventory information, STAQ centralizes data for its customers, enabling them to create and merge data sets and apply complex decision-making processes. The technology enhances the functionality of ad platforms, allowing clients to utilize these tools more effectively, ultimately driving meaningful business results and improving yield and optimization.
AnyPresence
Series B in 2014
AnyPresence is an enterprise platform designed to streamline the app development process for businesses, significantly reducing both time and costs associated with mobile-enabling enterprise operations. The platform uniquely allows organizations to assemble and deploy backend servers, as well as develop native iOS, native Android, and HTML5 mobile applications, all while producing 100% native, portable source code. With its patent-pending technology, AnyPresence enhances app adoption and accelerates time-to-market by enabling the generation of sample mobile applications directly from API management portals. The platform also supports API microservices and enterprise mobility initiatives, providing users with the flexibility to customize at the source code level or opt for on-premise hosting solutions. Overall, AnyPresence equips organizations with the tools to effectively build and deploy cross-platform applications while adhering to IT governance and best practices.
Altierre
Venture Round in 2014
Altierre Corp. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, that specializes in wireless solutions for the retail sector. Founded in 2003, the company develops advanced wireless chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Its flagship product, Clara – ePaper, serves as an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision-making. Altierre's integrated wireless platform facilitates dynamic pricing, enabling large retail chains to implement real-time price changes efficiently, which addresses a significant challenge within the industry. By enhancing price accuracy and reducing costs and paper waste, Altierre's solutions support improved communication with consumers and deliver a rapid return on investment. The company also caters to the automotive and manufacturing sectors, demonstrating the versatility of its innovative offerings.
9Lenses LLC is a cloud assessment platform provider based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, established in 2010 and operating as a subsidiary of Astreya Partners, Inc. The company’s platform enables organizations to thrive in a data-driven environment by offering tools that facilitate the assessment of customer needs and deliver actionable insights. It serves a diverse clientele, including consultants, executives, and leaders in human resources, marketing, and sales, particularly within Fortune 500 companies and Tier 1 consulting firms. The platform streamlines assessment workflows, enhances assessment administration, and provides global technical support, empowering businesses to understand stakeholder perspectives and improve operational effectiveness. Through its offerings, 9Lenses helps companies drive revenue growth by transforming sales and customer success teams into trusted advisors.
9Lenses LLC is a cloud assessment platform provider based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, established in 2010 and operating as a subsidiary of Astreya Partners, Inc. The company’s platform enables organizations to thrive in a data-driven environment by offering tools that facilitate the assessment of customer needs and deliver actionable insights. It serves a diverse clientele, including consultants, executives, and leaders in human resources, marketing, and sales, particularly within Fortune 500 companies and Tier 1 consulting firms. The platform streamlines assessment workflows, enhances assessment administration, and provides global technical support, empowering businesses to understand stakeholder perspectives and improve operational effectiveness. Through its offerings, 9Lenses helps companies drive revenue growth by transforming sales and customer success teams into trusted advisors.
Tower Cloud
Venture Round in 2013
Tower Cloud provides telecom backhaul services to wireless carriers. The company builds and operates fiber optic and wireless networks to connect cellular towers to the wireless carriers' mobile switching centers. Wireless carriers utilize Ethernet and Sonet T-1 broadband capacity provided by Tower Cloud to manage the exploding volume of voice and data traffic on their cellular networks. Tower Cloud currently operates backhaul networks in the greater Orlando, FL and Miami, FL markets and is in the process of constructing a new network in Atlanta, GA. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL.
Kwarter is an interactive entertainment company that specializes in developing and publishing social mobile games. Its portfolio includes popular titles such as Cards, Fancake, Fan Zone, and Game On Football. The company focuses on creating innovative gaming experiences that foster engagement and interaction among users. Additionally, Kwarter offers a mobile gamification platform designed to help brands and broadcasters connect with TV audiences. This platform enables the creation, management, and monetization of second-screen applications that allow viewers to participate in real-time activities while watching their favorite shows, rewarding them for their engagement. Kwarter's team is characterized by a diverse range of talents, united by a commitment to teamwork and creativity in game development.
Load DynamiX
Series B in 2012
As a leader in storage infrastructure workload analytics and performance validation, Load DynamiX empowers: 1. IT organizations with the insight they need to optimize the performance, availability, and cost of their storage infrastructure. Load DynamiX accelerates new application roll-outs and eliminates the risk of new technology deployments. 2. Storage and network equipment manufacturers with the insight they need to maximize the performance, scalability and reliability of their products. Load DynamiX accelerates your time to market. Addressing file, block, and object storage technology validation, Load DynamiX has the unique capability and performance required to stress today’s most complex storage systems to their limits.
AnyPresence
Series A in 2012
AnyPresence is an enterprise platform designed to streamline the app development process for businesses, significantly reducing both time and costs associated with mobile-enabling enterprise operations. The platform uniquely allows organizations to assemble and deploy backend servers, as well as develop native iOS, native Android, and HTML5 mobile applications, all while producing 100% native, portable source code. With its patent-pending technology, AnyPresence enhances app adoption and accelerates time-to-market by enabling the generation of sample mobile applications directly from API management portals. The platform also supports API microservices and enterprise mobility initiatives, providing users with the flexibility to customize at the source code level or opt for on-premise hosting solutions. Overall, AnyPresence equips organizations with the tools to effectively build and deploy cross-platform applications while adhering to IT governance and best practices.
Tower Cloud
Venture Round in 2012
Tower Cloud provides telecom backhaul services to wireless carriers. The company builds and operates fiber optic and wireless networks to connect cellular towers to the wireless carriers' mobile switching centers. Wireless carriers utilize Ethernet and Sonet T-1 broadband capacity provided by Tower Cloud to manage the exploding volume of voice and data traffic on their cellular networks. Tower Cloud currently operates backhaul networks in the greater Orlando, FL and Miami, FL markets and is in the process of constructing a new network in Atlanta, GA. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL.
Coraid is a provider of innovative storage solutions tailored for cloud service providers and enterprises facing rapid and unpredictable data growth. The company specializes in storage area network products that utilize Layer 2 Ethernet technology to enhance network performance and operational efficiency in dynamic, large-scale environments. Coraid's offerings include scale-out Ethernet storage technology, block-storage solutions, and networked storage appliances designed for enterprise reliability. With a modular, pay-as-you-grow architecture and user-friendly software, Coraid facilitates just-in-time scaling and adaptability, allowing organizations to address their complex storage challenges effectively. The company is committed to delivering proven support and implementation services to ensure a quick return on investment for its clients.
Tower Cloud
Venture Round in 2011
Tower Cloud provides telecom backhaul services to wireless carriers. The company builds and operates fiber optic and wireless networks to connect cellular towers to the wireless carriers' mobile switching centers. Wireless carriers utilize Ethernet and Sonet T-1 broadband capacity provided by Tower Cloud to manage the exploding volume of voice and data traffic on their cellular networks. Tower Cloud currently operates backhaul networks in the greater Orlando, FL and Miami, FL markets and is in the process of constructing a new network in Atlanta, GA. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL.
AnyPresence
Seed Round in 2011
AnyPresence is an enterprise platform designed to streamline the app development process for businesses, significantly reducing both time and costs associated with mobile-enabling enterprise operations. The platform uniquely allows organizations to assemble and deploy backend servers, as well as develop native iOS, native Android, and HTML5 mobile applications, all while producing 100% native, portable source code. With its patent-pending technology, AnyPresence enhances app adoption and accelerates time-to-market by enabling the generation of sample mobile applications directly from API management portals. The platform also supports API microservices and enterprise mobility initiatives, providing users with the flexibility to customize at the source code level or opt for on-premise hosting solutions. Overall, AnyPresence equips organizations with the tools to effectively build and deploy cross-platform applications while adhering to IT governance and best practices.
Cardlytics
Series C in 2010
Cardlytics, Inc. operates an advertising platform that integrates with the digital channels of financial institutions, including online and mobile banking, email, and real-time notifications, primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company partners with over 1,500 financial institutions, such as Bank of America and PNC, to enhance customer loyalty through banking rewards programs. Utilizing purchase-based intelligence, Cardlytics enables marketers to effectively identify, reach, and influence potential buyers while accurately measuring the impact of their marketing campaigns. The company's primary offering, the Cardlytics Direct solution, serves as a native advertising channel within banking platforms, allowing marketers to connect with consumers in a trusted environment. Additionally, Cardlytics provides other platform solutions that leverage purchase insights outside the banking context, further enhancing marketers' capabilities to engage with their target audience.
Tower Cloud
Venture Round in 2009
Tower Cloud provides telecom backhaul services to wireless carriers. The company builds and operates fiber optic and wireless networks to connect cellular towers to the wireless carriers' mobile switching centers. Wireless carriers utilize Ethernet and Sonet T-1 broadband capacity provided by Tower Cloud to manage the exploding volume of voice and data traffic on their cellular networks. Tower Cloud currently operates backhaul networks in the greater Orlando, FL and Miami, FL markets and is in the process of constructing a new network in Atlanta, GA. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL.
Altierre Corp. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, that specializes in wireless solutions for the retail sector. Founded in 2003, the company develops advanced wireless chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Its flagship product, Clara – ePaper, serves as an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision-making. Altierre's integrated wireless platform facilitates dynamic pricing, enabling large retail chains to implement real-time price changes efficiently, which addresses a significant challenge within the industry. By enhancing price accuracy and reducing costs and paper waste, Altierre's solutions support improved communication with consumers and deliver a rapid return on investment. The company also caters to the automotive and manufacturing sectors, demonstrating the versatility of its innovative offerings.
Altierre Corp. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, that specializes in wireless solutions for the retail sector. Founded in 2003, the company develops advanced wireless chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Its flagship product, Clara – ePaper, serves as an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision-making. Altierre's integrated wireless platform facilitates dynamic pricing, enabling large retail chains to implement real-time price changes efficiently, which addresses a significant challenge within the industry. By enhancing price accuracy and reducing costs and paper waste, Altierre's solutions support improved communication with consumers and deliver a rapid return on investment. The company also caters to the automotive and manufacturing sectors, demonstrating the versatility of its innovative offerings.
iVivity develops and markets storage network processor silicon, custom storage adapters, and motherboards to system manufacturers. Its products include iDiSX 2000, a single integrated storage server-on-chip silicon, which is used in current and new storage infrastructure product domains, including intelligent storage network switches, appliances, routers, gateways, array products, and blade server products; and iDiSX ASIC Evaluation Platform, which connects to Ethernet and fiber channel MACs. The company also offers custom board systems, including system board, custom adapter board, custom line card, and blade server switch module. In addition, it provides various services, including integration of custom or third-party software stacks for data protection, data management, information life cycle management, and disaster recovery.
SmartSynch
Series C in 2005
SmartSynch is a technology company focused on enhancing the Smart Grid through innovative solutions that enable utilities to communicate with various devices on the grid. By leveraging existing public wireless networks, such as those from major telecommunications providers, SmartSynch simplifies the deployment of smart metering systems for over 100 major electric utilities across North America. The company's smart grid technology captures and transmits real-time energy usage data, allowing for improved monitoring and control of energy consumption. This infrastructure facilitates better efficiency, helps identify and stop energy losses, and provides vital feedback for optimizing electricity generation and delivery. SmartSynch's approach not only enhances operational efficiency for utilities but also supports the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar panels and electric vehicles, into the grid.
Caymas Systems
Series C in 2005
As of June 11, 2007, Caymas Systems, Inc. was acquired by Citrix Systems, Inc. Caymas Systems, Inc. offers identity-driven access gateways for international enterprise networks. The company's identity-driven access gateways deliver universal access, identity-based access control, integrated application security, federated policy enforcement, and radical price/performance solutions. Its appliances provides a single platform for SSL VPN remote access and internal access control, endpoint security, and behavioral and data monitoring with centralized policy management. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Petaluma, California.
Altierre Corp. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, that specializes in wireless solutions for the retail sector. Founded in 2003, the company develops advanced wireless chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Its flagship product, Clara – ePaper, serves as an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision-making. Altierre's integrated wireless platform facilitates dynamic pricing, enabling large retail chains to implement real-time price changes efficiently, which addresses a significant challenge within the industry. By enhancing price accuracy and reducing costs and paper waste, Altierre's solutions support improved communication with consumers and deliver a rapid return on investment. The company also caters to the automotive and manufacturing sectors, demonstrating the versatility of its innovative offerings.
Proficient Systems
Series B in 2005
Proficient Systems is an enterprise software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in solutions that enhance sales productivity and revenue growth for large organizations. Founded by entrepreneur Gregg Freishtat in 2000, the company focuses on bridging the gap between online sales opportunities and offline sales and service operations. Proficient Systems develops software that tracks and analyzes the behavior of website visitors, allowing businesses to improve customer acquisition, lead generation, and overall online customer experience. By integrating e-business capabilities with traditional sales and service frameworks, Proficient Systems aims to help enterprises deliver superior customer service while achieving significant revenue increases. The company's strategic approach is supported by a team of professionals with extensive experience in creating impactful solutions for large enterprises.
Altierre Corp. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, that specializes in wireless solutions for the retail sector. Founded in 2003, the company develops advanced wireless chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Its flagship product, Clara – ePaper, serves as an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision-making. Altierre's integrated wireless platform facilitates dynamic pricing, enabling large retail chains to implement real-time price changes efficiently, which addresses a significant challenge within the industry. By enhancing price accuracy and reducing costs and paper waste, Altierre's solutions support improved communication with consumers and deliver a rapid return on investment. The company also caters to the automotive and manufacturing sectors, demonstrating the versatility of its innovative offerings.
iVivity develops and markets storage network processor silicon, custom storage adapters, and motherboards to system manufacturers. Its products include iDiSX 2000, a single integrated storage server-on-chip silicon, which is used in current and new storage infrastructure product domains, including intelligent storage network switches, appliances, routers, gateways, array products, and blade server products; and iDiSX ASIC Evaluation Platform, which connects to Ethernet and fiber channel MACs. The company also offers custom board systems, including system board, custom adapter board, custom line card, and blade server switch module. In addition, it provides various services, including integration of custom or third-party software stacks for data protection, data management, information life cycle management, and disaster recovery.
Ample Communications
Series C in 2004
As of September 25, 2007, Ample Communications, Inc. was acquired by Mindspeed Technologies, Inc. Ample Communications, Inc. develops silicon solutions for optimizing networking infrastructure. The company provides Ethernet MACs for increasing the performance of enterprise and wide-area networks. It offers integrated MACs that optimize Ethernet aggregation, as well as Gigabit Ethernet silicon solutions for the PC market. The company provides its products for various applications, including Ethernet switches and routers, Internet appliances, access devices in enterprise and metro applications, IPTV equipment, metro Ethernet, wireless/cellular backhaul, and Ethernet over SONET applications. Ample Communications, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Fremont, California.
Alereon, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the development and marketing of ultra wideband (UWB) wireless chipsets. Founded in 2003, Alereon's innovative products aim to simplify networking by facilitating wireless connections among personal computers, consumer electronics, and mobile devices, thereby eliminating the need for physical cables. The company’s offerings include the AL5100 RF transceiver, which integrates multiple sensitive components and supports a single-ended connection to antennas, and the AL5350 MAC/BBP, which combines digital and mixed signal circuitry for WiMedia UWB systems. Additionally, Alereon provides pre-built evaluation kits for demonstration and prototyping, Ethernet cable replacement kits, and wireless USB adapter kits. Its technology serves various applications across consumer electronics, medical sectors, and military and public safety domains.
Proficient Systems
Venture Round in 2003
Proficient Systems is an enterprise software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in solutions that enhance sales productivity and revenue growth for large organizations. Founded by entrepreneur Gregg Freishtat in 2000, the company focuses on bridging the gap between online sales opportunities and offline sales and service operations. Proficient Systems develops software that tracks and analyzes the behavior of website visitors, allowing businesses to improve customer acquisition, lead generation, and overall online customer experience. By integrating e-business capabilities with traditional sales and service frameworks, Proficient Systems aims to help enterprises deliver superior customer service while achieving significant revenue increases. The company's strategic approach is supported by a team of professionals with extensive experience in creating impactful solutions for large enterprises.
iVivity develops and markets storage network processor silicon, custom storage adapters, and motherboards to system manufacturers. Its products include iDiSX 2000, a single integrated storage server-on-chip silicon, which is used in current and new storage infrastructure product domains, including intelligent storage network switches, appliances, routers, gateways, array products, and blade server products; and iDiSX ASIC Evaluation Platform, which connects to Ethernet and fiber channel MACs. The company also offers custom board systems, including system board, custom adapter board, custom line card, and blade server switch module. In addition, it provides various services, including integration of custom or third-party software stacks for data protection, data management, information life cycle management, and disaster recovery.
SmartSynch
Venture Round in 2003
SmartSynch is a technology company focused on enhancing the Smart Grid through innovative solutions that enable utilities to communicate with various devices on the grid. By leveraging existing public wireless networks, such as those from major telecommunications providers, SmartSynch simplifies the deployment of smart metering systems for over 100 major electric utilities across North America. The company's smart grid technology captures and transmits real-time energy usage data, allowing for improved monitoring and control of energy consumption. This infrastructure facilitates better efficiency, helps identify and stop energy losses, and provides vital feedback for optimizing electricity generation and delivery. SmartSynch's approach not only enhances operational efficiency for utilities but also supports the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar panels and electric vehicles, into the grid.
Covega Corporation specializes in the development and production of optoelectronic components and subsystems, utilizing proprietary technologies in Indium Phosphide and Lithium Niobate. The company offers a range of high-performance optical devices and modules, including superluminescent diodes, semiconductor optical amplifiers, Fabry Perot lasers, gain chips, and lithium niobate modulators. With a significant portion of its revenue derived from the defense, medical, industrial, and instrumentation sectors, Covega has expanded beyond its initial focus on telecom, datacom, and CATV industries. The firm provides vertically integrated capabilities and foundry services, catering to a diverse clientele with tailored products and solutions designed to meet various operational needs.
Calix Inc., established in 1999 and headquartered in San Jose, California, specializes in providing cloud-based platforms and software systems to communication service providers (CSPs) worldwide. Its offerings include Calix Cloud, an analytics platform for CSP professionals; Calix Marketing Cloud and Support Cloud for marketing and customer support teams respectively; Experience eXtensible Operating System for residential, business, and mobile subscribers; and Access eXtensible Operating System tailored for access networks. These platforms enable CSPs to simplify their operations, deliver advanced broadband services, and enhance subscriber experiences, ultimately driving growth in subscriber acquisition, loyalty, and revenue. Calix serves customers across the United States, Middle East, Europe, Asia Pacific, and other regions, primarily through its direct sales force and resellers.
Proficient Systems
Series B in 2002
Proficient Systems is an enterprise software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in solutions that enhance sales productivity and revenue growth for large organizations. Founded by entrepreneur Gregg Freishtat in 2000, the company focuses on bridging the gap between online sales opportunities and offline sales and service operations. Proficient Systems develops software that tracks and analyzes the behavior of website visitors, allowing businesses to improve customer acquisition, lead generation, and overall online customer experience. By integrating e-business capabilities with traditional sales and service frameworks, Proficient Systems aims to help enterprises deliver superior customer service while achieving significant revenue increases. The company's strategic approach is supported by a team of professionals with extensive experience in creating impactful solutions for large enterprises.
SmartSynch
Series B in 2001
SmartSynch is a technology company focused on enhancing the Smart Grid through innovative solutions that enable utilities to communicate with various devices on the grid. By leveraging existing public wireless networks, such as those from major telecommunications providers, SmartSynch simplifies the deployment of smart metering systems for over 100 major electric utilities across North America. The company's smart grid technology captures and transmits real-time energy usage data, allowing for improved monitoring and control of energy consumption. This infrastructure facilitates better efficiency, helps identify and stop energy losses, and provides vital feedback for optimizing electricity generation and delivery. SmartSynch's approach not only enhances operational efficiency for utilities but also supports the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar panels and electric vehicles, into the grid.
ITango provides employee and manager self-service software and services.
CODEON Corporation designs and manufactures state-of-the-art optical components for the fiber optic telecommunications industry.
Utility Associates
Series C in 2000
Utility Associates, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing advanced software solutions and hardware for law enforcement, transportation agencies, and utility services. Founded in 2000 and based in Decatur, Georgia, the company offers a range of products, including body-worn and in-car cameras, mobile routers, and multimedia evidence management systems. Notable products include the Rocket IoT platform, which automates evidence gathering and enhances situational awareness, and AVaiL, a command and control application that delivers real-time tracking of mobile operations. Additionally, Utility Associates provides tools such as Smart Holster, which activates cameras automatically when a firearm is drawn, and Smart Patrolling for license plate recognition. The company also supports mobile resource management with solutions that integrate various data systems to optimize field operations, ensuring effective communication and connectivity for personnel and equipment in real-time.
APX, Inc., founded in 1996 and based in San Jose, California, specializes in providing software solutions for the energy and environmental markets. The company offers a range of infrastructure solutions, including environmental asset management, renewable energy certificate creation and transactions, greenhouse gas offset tracking, demand response systems, and supervisory control and data acquisition solutions. APX also provides services such as real-time agent support, transaction management, resource control, and helpdesk services. Additionally, the company offers MarketSuite solutions for scheduling, operations, settlement processes, and third-party integrations related to ISO market participation and demand response programs. With a focus on innovation and deep domain expertise, APX delivers technology and service solutions that ensure trust, integrity, and experience in the energy and environmental sectors.
APX, Inc., founded in 1996 and based in San Jose, California, specializes in providing software solutions for the energy and environmental markets. The company offers a range of infrastructure solutions, including environmental asset management, renewable energy certificate creation and transactions, greenhouse gas offset tracking, demand response systems, and supervisory control and data acquisition solutions. APX also provides services such as real-time agent support, transaction management, resource control, and helpdesk services. Additionally, the company offers MarketSuite solutions for scheduling, operations, settlement processes, and third-party integrations related to ISO market participation and demand response programs. With a focus on innovation and deep domain expertise, APX delivers technology and service solutions that ensure trust, integrity, and experience in the energy and environmental sectors.
CODEON
Venture Round in 2000
CODEON Corporation designs and manufactures state-of-the-art optical components for the fiber optic telecommunications industry.
SmartSynch
Series A in 2000
SmartSynch is a technology company focused on enhancing the Smart Grid through innovative solutions that enable utilities to communicate with various devices on the grid. By leveraging existing public wireless networks, such as those from major telecommunications providers, SmartSynch simplifies the deployment of smart metering systems for over 100 major electric utilities across North America. The company's smart grid technology captures and transmits real-time energy usage data, allowing for improved monitoring and control of energy consumption. This infrastructure facilitates better efficiency, helps identify and stop energy losses, and provides vital feedback for optimizing electricity generation and delivery. SmartSynch's approach not only enhances operational efficiency for utilities but also supports the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar panels and electric vehicles, into the grid.
Zaffire, Inc. is a pioneering optical networking company focused on transforming the economic landscape for metro and regional service providers. It specializes in the development and manufacture of advanced optical services networking systems and architectures tailored for these applications. By leveraging breakthrough technology with a commercial emphasis, Zaffire addresses critical optical transport challenges faced by its customers, thereby providing them with a significant competitive edge. With support from leading investors and a proficient management team, Zaffire is strategically positioned to emerge as a leader in the optical networking sector for metropolitan and regional markets.
Calix Inc., established in 1999 and headquartered in San Jose, California, specializes in providing cloud-based platforms and software systems to communication service providers (CSPs) worldwide. Its offerings include Calix Cloud, an analytics platform for CSP professionals; Calix Marketing Cloud and Support Cloud for marketing and customer support teams respectively; Experience eXtensible Operating System for residential, business, and mobile subscribers; and Access eXtensible Operating System tailored for access networks. These platforms enable CSPs to simplify their operations, deliver advanced broadband services, and enhance subscriber experiences, ultimately driving growth in subscriber acquisition, loyalty, and revenue. Calix serves customers across the United States, Middle East, Europe, Asia Pacific, and other regions, primarily through its direct sales force and resellers.
Utility Associates
Series B in 2000
Utility Associates, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing advanced software solutions and hardware for law enforcement, transportation agencies, and utility services. Founded in 2000 and based in Decatur, Georgia, the company offers a range of products, including body-worn and in-car cameras, mobile routers, and multimedia evidence management systems. Notable products include the Rocket IoT platform, which automates evidence gathering and enhances situational awareness, and AVaiL, a command and control application that delivers real-time tracking of mobile operations. Additionally, Utility Associates provides tools such as Smart Holster, which activates cameras automatically when a firearm is drawn, and Smart Patrolling for license plate recognition. The company also supports mobile resource management with solutions that integrate various data systems to optimize field operations, ensuring effective communication and connectivity for personnel and equipment in real-time.
Zaffire, Inc. is a pioneering optical networking company focused on transforming the economic landscape for metro and regional service providers. It specializes in the development and manufacture of advanced optical services networking systems and architectures tailored for these applications. By leveraging breakthrough technology with a commercial emphasis, Zaffire addresses critical optical transport challenges faced by its customers, thereby providing them with a significant competitive edge. With support from leading investors and a proficient management team, Zaffire is strategically positioned to emerge as a leader in the optical networking sector for metropolitan and regional markets.
Foodbuy is the largest foodservice procurement organization in North America and serves as the exclusive sourcing partner for Compass Group North America. This partnership allows Foodbuy to leverage the significant purchasing power of Compass Group, enhancing its ability to negotiate favorable contracts with major food manufacturers. The company has developed an online procurement marketplace that caters to various sectors, including hospitality, healthcare, recreation, leisure, and food and beverage. This platform enables recognized organizations to efficiently access food, beverages, and related services, ensuring timely delivery from their preferred sources.
Homes.com
Series A in 2000
Homes.com is a prominent online platform facilitating real estate transactions nationwide. It connects homebuyers directly with local agents, empowering agents to grow their business while retaining commissions. The company offers comprehensive neighborhood overviews, detailed school information, agent profiles, and home value estimates from reliable sources, simplifying the home search process for users.