Labrador Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 1989. The firm specializes in seed stage investments, focusing primarily on internet services, mobile, software, and security sectors. It typically invests between $1 million and $2 million in private companies, mainly located on the West Coast of the United States, and prefers to be the first professional investor in its portfolio companies. Labrador Ventures aims to collaborate with other investors to secure total first round financing of $2 million to $5 million. The firm reserves additional capital for follow-on investments, usually ranging from $5 million to $6 million throughout the lifecycle of the company. Labrador Ventures seeks a board seat in its portfolio companies and exits its investments through acquisitions or initial public offerings. Over its 19 years of operation, the firm has invested in more than 90 companies, managing over $200 million in assets.
Altierre Corp. is a technology company specializing in wireless solutions, including chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, Altierre develops innovative products such as Clara – ePaper, an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision. The company offers a wireless bi-directional IoT platform designed for various business environments, primarily serving the retail, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Altierre focuses on addressing the challenges of dynamic pricing for large retail chains by providing an integrated hardware and software solution that enables real-time price adjustments, enhances price accuracy, reduces operational costs, minimizes paper waste, and improves in-store communication with consumers.
Altierre
Series F in 2013
Altierre Corp. is a technology company specializing in wireless solutions, including chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, Altierre develops innovative products such as Clara – ePaper, an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision. The company offers a wireless bi-directional IoT platform designed for various business environments, primarily serving the retail, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Altierre focuses on addressing the challenges of dynamic pricing for large retail chains by providing an integrated hardware and software solution that enables real-time price adjustments, enhances price accuracy, reduces operational costs, minimizes paper waste, and improves in-store communication with consumers.
SoundThinking
Venture Round in 2012
SoundThinking, formerly known as ShotSpotter, is a public safety technology company focused on enhancing community safety through innovative solutions and strategic advisory services for law enforcement and civic leadership. The company's flagship SafetySmart platform integrates several key tools, including ShotSpotter, an acoustic gunshot detection system; CrimeTracer, a comprehensive law enforcement search engine; CaseBuilder, an investigation management system; and ResourceRouter, software designed to optimize the deployment of patrol and anti-violence resources. By combining these technologies, SoundThinking aims to provide transformative solutions that improve public safety and support effective law enforcement practices.
SoundThinking
Venture Round in 2011
SoundThinking, formerly known as ShotSpotter, is a public safety technology company focused on enhancing community safety through innovative solutions and strategic advisory services for law enforcement and civic leadership. The company's flagship SafetySmart platform integrates several key tools, including ShotSpotter, an acoustic gunshot detection system; CrimeTracer, a comprehensive law enforcement search engine; CaseBuilder, an investigation management system; and ResourceRouter, software designed to optimize the deployment of patrol and anti-violence resources. By combining these technologies, SoundThinking aims to provide transformative solutions that improve public safety and support effective law enforcement practices.
Rocket Fuel
Series C in 2011
Rocket Fuel Inc. is a technology company specializing in digital advertising solutions, operating primarily in North America and Europe. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and big data to enhance programmatic media-buying across various channels, including web, mobile, video, and social media. Its demand side platform (DSP) is designed for real-time optimization, allowing marketers to implement automated advertising campaigns that align with both brand and direct response objectives. Additionally, Rocket Fuel offers a data management platform that enables users to analyze and segment audience data, enhancing customer relationship management and marketing strategies. The company's comprehensive digital marketing hub integrates predictive analytics, site optimization, and multi-modal advertising capabilities, allowing agencies and advertisers to deliver personalized consumer interactions. Rocket Fuel Inc. markets its solutions through direct sales teams and partnerships with resellers, enhancing its reach within the advertising ecosystem. As of September 2017, Rocket Fuel operates as a subsidiary of Sizmek Inc.
Rocket Fuel
Series B in 2010
Rocket Fuel Inc. is a technology company specializing in digital advertising solutions, operating primarily in North America and Europe. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and big data to enhance programmatic media-buying across various channels, including web, mobile, video, and social media. Its demand side platform (DSP) is designed for real-time optimization, allowing marketers to implement automated advertising campaigns that align with both brand and direct response objectives. Additionally, Rocket Fuel offers a data management platform that enables users to analyze and segment audience data, enhancing customer relationship management and marketing strategies. The company's comprehensive digital marketing hub integrates predictive analytics, site optimization, and multi-modal advertising capabilities, allowing agencies and advertisers to deliver personalized consumer interactions. Rocket Fuel Inc. markets its solutions through direct sales teams and partnerships with resellers, enhancing its reach within the advertising ecosystem. As of September 2017, Rocket Fuel operates as a subsidiary of Sizmek Inc.
Hygea Health Holdings
Venture Round in 2010
Hygea Holdings Corp. operates a network of multidisciplinary integrated medical group practices primarily focused on primary care in Florida. The company manages a network of healthcare management service organizations that coordinate medical care for patients enrolled in various managed care health plans. Its independent physician association includes approximately 1,600 physicians across 76 medical specialties, ensuring a broad range of healthcare services. Additionally, Hygea utilizes an electronic medical records and practice management system to facilitate integrated patient record management. Founded in 2007, the company is headquartered in Doral, Florida.
Scifiniti
Series A in 2010
Scifiniti is an early-stage company focused on developing innovative technology for photovoltaic cells. The company aims to provide a low-cost, drop-in replacement for traditional crystalline silicon wafers by directly creating high-quality wafers with a suitable crystal structure for solar applications. This novel approach eliminates the need for the conventional processes of casting polysilicon ingots and sawing them into wafers, potentially enhancing performance and reducing production costs in the solar energy market. By streamlining the manufacturing process, Scifiniti's technology could significantly impact the solar industry, enabling businesses to produce and sell more efficient solar modules.
Transpera
Series C in 2010
Transpera is a mobile technology company specializing in video monetization for mobile devices. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the deployment of mobile video services, catering to online content owners, network operators, and advertisers. Through its patent-pending advertising platform and bridging technology, Transpera connects the various components necessary for successful mobile video initiatives. It empowers video publishers to mobilize and distribute content effectively, while also providing brand owners and advertisers with direct channels to reach their target audiences. Additionally, Transpera enhances video offerings for mobile carriers, serving a diverse range of clients, including well-known media brands and networks.
Hygea Health Holdings
Venture Round in 2010
Hygea Holdings Corp. operates a network of multidisciplinary integrated medical group practices primarily focused on primary care in Florida. The company manages a network of healthcare management service organizations that coordinate medical care for patients enrolled in various managed care health plans. Its independent physician association includes approximately 1,600 physicians across 76 medical specialties, ensuring a broad range of healthcare services. Additionally, Hygea utilizes an electronic medical records and practice management system to facilitate integrated patient record management. Founded in 2007, the company is headquartered in Doral, Florida.
Integrating PV
Series A in 2010
Integrated Photovoltaics is a leading developer of next-generation photovoltaic solutions. Integrated Photovoltaics is a privately held company headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
EoPlex
Venture Round in 2009
EoPlex Technologies specializes in advanced additive manufacturing and 3D printing processes that enable the production of complex, multi-material devices. Their innovative technology utilizes proprietary inks to achieve high-volume manufacturing, making it particularly effective in the semiconductor packaging industry. EoPlex's solutions enhance the fabrication of various components, including cell phone antennas, RF devices, energy harvesters, fluidic devices, fuel cell parts, sensors, micro-pumps, and thermal devices. By providing cost, size, and performance efficiencies, EoPlex aims to deliver reliable packaging and high-quality components that are challenging to produce with traditional manufacturing methods.
Pandora Media
Series F in 2009
Pandora Media, LLC is a music and podcast discovery platform based in Oakland, California, serving approximately 70 million users each month. Founded in 2000, Pandora utilizes its proprietary Music Genome Project and Podcast Genome Project technologies to deliver personalized music streaming services. Unlike traditional radio, which broadcasts the same content to all listeners, Pandora allows users to create customized stations and playlists, as well as search for and play songs on demand. The platform is accessible via mobile devices, web applications, and approximately 2,000 connected products in homes and vehicles. Pandora generates revenue through an ad-supported radio service, a subscription service called Pandora Plus, and an on-demand service known as Pandora Premium. By leveraging extensive listener data, Pandora enables targeted advertising for both local and national advertisers while providing artists with valuable insights to connect with their audience.
Yardbarker
Venture Round in 2009
Yardbarker Media is a leading sports and entertainment media platform in the United States, attracting over 12 million user sessions each month. Founded in 2006, it offers a variety of content through its website, social media channels, and partnerships with third-party syndication. The platform serves as a hub for sports fans, bloggers, and professional athletes to read, discuss, and interact with sports articles, photos, and videos. In addition to its content offerings, Yardbarker operates an online store that features apparel and accessories for men, women, and children. It also curates and distributes popular email newsletters, including 'The Morning Bark' and 'Quiz of the Day,' which reach more than 370,000 subscribers daily.
Pandora Media
Series E in 2009
Pandora Media, LLC is a music and podcast discovery platform based in Oakland, California, serving approximately 70 million users each month. Founded in 2000, Pandora utilizes its proprietary Music Genome Project and Podcast Genome Project technologies to deliver personalized music streaming services. Unlike traditional radio, which broadcasts the same content to all listeners, Pandora allows users to create customized stations and playlists, as well as search for and play songs on demand. The platform is accessible via mobile devices, web applications, and approximately 2,000 connected products in homes and vehicles. Pandora generates revenue through an ad-supported radio service, a subscription service called Pandora Plus, and an on-demand service known as Pandora Premium. By leveraging extensive listener data, Pandora enables targeted advertising for both local and national advertisers while providing artists with valuable insights to connect with their audience.
Transpera
Series B in 2008
Transpera is a mobile technology company specializing in video monetization for mobile devices. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the deployment of mobile video services, catering to online content owners, network operators, and advertisers. Through its patent-pending advertising platform and bridging technology, Transpera connects the various components necessary for successful mobile video initiatives. It empowers video publishers to mobilize and distribute content effectively, while also providing brand owners and advertisers with direct channels to reach their target audiences. Additionally, Transpera enhances video offerings for mobile carriers, serving a diverse range of clients, including well-known media brands and networks.
Carsala
Series A in 2008
Carsala is an online service for people looking for a used car but hate the traditional buying process. The company uses the latest web technology, in conjunction with its own professional negotiators, to help its customers quickly find the right used car, without the negotiating hassle, at a desirable price. Unlike autotrader.com, or any other online used car service, Carsala works exclusively for buyers to save them money, hassle and time on their used car research and purchase. Carsala uses its own proprietary technology to automatically search more than 5 million car listings and works to find clients the best value for their preferred used car. The company’s extensive vetting process, which includes CARFAX reports, as well as its employees’ own insights based on more than one hundred years of auto industry experience, works to ensure that the customer is buying a reliable vehicle. In addition, Carsala helps its customers avoid the time-consuming and often frustrating process of researching and negotiating with the dealer to buy a used car. Carsala asks for a modest fee to research, check, and negotiate the best price on several used car options. If the customer decides to go ahead with a purchase, Carsala will charge 15 percent of the savings off the Kelly Blue Book suggested retail value, minus the research fee. Carsala guarantees that its negotiators can find the very best deal on any used car and will waive its research fee if a customer can find a better deal on any comparable, advertised, pre-owned automobile.
PlayPhone
Venture Round in 2008
PlayPhone Inc. is a mobile social game store operator that provides a platform for gamers to discover, download, play, and share games with friends. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company has established a presence in over 25 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. PlayPhone offers mspo, a free-to-play mobile entertainment platform, along with loot, which grants access to a variety of games. The company also supplies developers with software development kits (SDKs) that facilitate the launch and monetization of games, providing tools for worldwide distribution, player matching, social integration, virtual economy management, and advanced payment solutions such as one-click carrier billing. Through its services, PlayPhone aggregates a global gaming community, enabling seamless access to millions of gamers and offering marketing opportunities for game developers.
Rocket Fuel
Series A in 2008
Rocket Fuel Inc. is a technology company specializing in digital advertising solutions, operating primarily in North America and Europe. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and big data to enhance programmatic media-buying across various channels, including web, mobile, video, and social media. Its demand side platform (DSP) is designed for real-time optimization, allowing marketers to implement automated advertising campaigns that align with both brand and direct response objectives. Additionally, Rocket Fuel offers a data management platform that enables users to analyze and segment audience data, enhancing customer relationship management and marketing strategies. The company's comprehensive digital marketing hub integrates predictive analytics, site optimization, and multi-modal advertising capabilities, allowing agencies and advertisers to deliver personalized consumer interactions. Rocket Fuel Inc. markets its solutions through direct sales teams and partnerships with resellers, enhancing its reach within the advertising ecosystem. As of September 2017, Rocket Fuel operates as a subsidiary of Sizmek Inc.
Mixbook
Series A in 2008
Mixbook is an online platform specializing in personalized photo goods, allowing users to create and share unique photo books, cards, calendars, and wall art. With a focus on creativity, Mixbook empowers individuals to transform their cherished memories into beautifully designed products. The platform is recognized as the number one rated photo book service in the United States, boasting over 26,000 five-star reviews. Utilizing advanced technologies, including AI design and cloud-based architectures, Mixbook enhances the user experience through interactive and intuitive design tools. By facilitating meaningful connections through personalized creations, Mixbook serves a diverse community of over six million users, helping them celebrate and share their most treasured moments.
SoundThinking
Series D in 2008
SoundThinking, formerly known as ShotSpotter, is a public safety technology company focused on enhancing community safety through innovative solutions and strategic advisory services for law enforcement and civic leadership. The company's flagship SafetySmart platform integrates several key tools, including ShotSpotter, an acoustic gunshot detection system; CrimeTracer, a comprehensive law enforcement search engine; CaseBuilder, an investigation management system; and ResourceRouter, software designed to optimize the deployment of patrol and anti-violence resources. By combining these technologies, SoundThinking aims to provide transformative solutions that improve public safety and support effective law enforcement practices.
EoPlex
Series C in 2008
EoPlex Technologies specializes in advanced additive manufacturing and 3D printing processes that enable the production of complex, multi-material devices. Their innovative technology utilizes proprietary inks to achieve high-volume manufacturing, making it particularly effective in the semiconductor packaging industry. EoPlex's solutions enhance the fabrication of various components, including cell phone antennas, RF devices, energy harvesters, fluidic devices, fuel cell parts, sensors, micro-pumps, and thermal devices. By providing cost, size, and performance efficiencies, EoPlex aims to deliver reliable packaging and high-quality components that are challenging to produce with traditional manufacturing methods.
Jangl
Venture Round in 2008
Jangl operates a platform that facilitates lead generation and phone call distribution tracking, primarily targeting the online dating and social networking sectors. It offers tools such as real-time bidding APIs, dynamic call interactive voice response (IVR) systems, and sophisticated algorithms for revenue-driven placements. Jangl's services are integrated into various popular social networking and dating sites, including Facebook, Plentyoffish.com, and Match.com, among others. The company began testing advertising placements within phone calls and SMS messages in late 2007, establishing advertising revenue as a secondary income stream alongside partner revenue generated since early 2007. Although the founders departed in 2008, and assets were sold to LiveUniverse, Jangl continues to operate and serve its clients in the evolving landscape of online communication.
Altierre
Series C in 2008
Altierre Corp. is a technology company specializing in wireless solutions, including chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, Altierre develops innovative products such as Clara – ePaper, an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision. The company offers a wireless bi-directional IoT platform designed for various business environments, primarily serving the retail, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Altierre focuses on addressing the challenges of dynamic pricing for large retail chains by providing an integrated hardware and software solution that enables real-time price adjustments, enhances price accuracy, reduces operational costs, minimizes paper waste, and improves in-store communication with consumers.
Ustream
Series A in 2008
Ustream is a provider of a live interactive broadcast platform that allows users to view and stream a variety of content, including sporting events, political gatherings, concerts, conferences, and personal milestones. Founded in 2007 by John Ham, Brad Hunstable, and Gyula Feher, the company caters to diverse audiences by offering solutions for mobile devices, streaming players, and connected TVs. Ustream's services extend beyond broadcasting, including event production, program development, account management, tech support, and performance analytics. The company has established partnerships with notable organizations such as Cisco, Sony, Discovery Communications, Georgetown University, and Samsung. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Ustream also maintains offices in Los Angeles, Tokyo, and Budapest.
Yardbarker
Series B in 2008
Yardbarker Media is a leading sports and entertainment media platform in the United States, attracting over 12 million user sessions each month. Founded in 2006, it offers a variety of content through its website, social media channels, and partnerships with third-party syndication. The platform serves as a hub for sports fans, bloggers, and professional athletes to read, discuss, and interact with sports articles, photos, and videos. In addition to its content offerings, Yardbarker operates an online store that features apparel and accessories for men, women, and children. It also curates and distributes popular email newsletters, including 'The Morning Bark' and 'Quiz of the Day,' which reach more than 370,000 subscribers daily.
Aperto Networks
Series F in 2008
Aperto Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of infrastructure equipment for broadband standards, including WiMAX and Wi-Fi. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pitt Meadows, Canada, the company provides a range of products designed for service providers and enterprises. Its offerings include the PacketMAX family, which supports voice, data, and video services for both fixed and mobile WiMAX applications, as well as the WaveCenter EMS Pro, a management system for overseeing wireless broadband networks. Aperto Networks focuses on delivering cost-effective, carrier-grade solutions that enable businesses, residential customers, and government organizations to access affordable wireless services. As of 2010, Aperto operates as a subsidiary of Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc.
Rover
Seed Round in 2008
Rover Rover is an advanced personalization and recommendation technology app. Its Recommendation Engine is also used to power discovery on numerous third party news and media sites. Rover helps people discover content they love, that they never knew existed from a wide variety of over 15,000 topics. The recommendation engine uses machine learning to learn a user's fine-grained interests through content a user engages with while being respectful of a user's need for privacy. Rover also connects to other people who are influential in topics that care about and help discover other people with similar interests. Rover uses Machine Learning to help people discover content they love that they never knew existed. It was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
Altierre
Series C in 2008
Altierre Corp. is a technology company specializing in wireless solutions, including chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, Altierre develops innovative products such as Clara – ePaper, an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision. The company offers a wireless bi-directional IoT platform designed for various business environments, primarily serving the retail, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Altierre focuses on addressing the challenges of dynamic pricing for large retail chains by providing an integrated hardware and software solution that enables real-time price adjustments, enhances price accuracy, reduces operational costs, minimizes paper waste, and improves in-store communication with consumers.
Fyreball
Series A in 2008
Fyreball is stealthy start-up founded by former members of the Halo development team and says it is planning on bringing a gaming element to email. Few details have come out, but founder and former general manager at Bungie Studios Parsons stated that that the email alternative "allows users to track messages and discussions as they circulate around the Web," according to the Seattle P-I.
Veeker
Series A in 2007
Veeker Corp. is a messaging service provider that specializes in video and picture messaging for mobile phones and the web. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company operates Veeker.com, an online platform that allows users to send, receive, and store various types of messages including video, text, and picture messages. Veeker's services extend across mobile devices, emails, profile pages, blogs, and widgets, facilitating seamless communication through multimedia formats.
Podaddies
Angel Round in 2007
Podaddies, Inc. is an online video advertising company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in in-stream video advertising technology. Founded in 2006, Podaddies enables marketers to integrate media content into video formats, even post-download, while offering a platform for tracking, targeting, and managing advertising campaigns. Their proprietary technology allows advertisers to insert video ads into content in real time and provides viewer, contextual, and behavioral targeting services. Podaddies serves a diverse clientele that includes content publishers, social networks, podcasters, and video consumers. The company is recognized for its innovative and flexible advertising solutions that help marketers reach targeted audiences effectively across various platforms, including mobile and online video. As a privately-held corporation, Podaddies is supported by experienced investors and continues to enhance its services and technologies to meet the evolving needs of the advertising landscape.
MeeVee
Series D in 2007
MeeVee is an online platform that specializes in providing personalized TV guides, allowing users to curate their viewing experience based on their interests. By selecting favorite actors, genres, or specific keywords, users receive customized listings of upcoming programming that align with their preferences. The service continuously updates these listings, ensuring users are informed about relevant shows and movies until they choose to change their interests. MeeVee also offers summaries, episode trailers, and detailed information about various TV shows across numerous cable and satellite channels, all at no cost to the user. Additionally, the MeeVee Guide widget can be integrated into other websites, enabling visitors to access personalized TV listings directly from those pages. This approach creates a tailored web experience, moving away from traditional, universal TV grids.
WiredBenefits
Series A in 2007
WiredBenefits was started by two employee benefits' industry veterans to address the need for innovation at the consumer level. Charles Marshall and Devin Wade pioneered the design and adoption of an online marketplace automating the administration of commuter benefits. This marketplace is currently deployed as a back office solution by the nation's leading payroll companies and third party administrators.
Delve Networks
Series A in 2007
Delve Networks, founded by Alex Castro in Seattle, is an online video platform specializing in video publishing and search services. The company has served over 280 clients, including notable entities such as the NFL, Cleveland Clinic, and Lego, delivering approximately 200 million streams monthly. The platform allows content producers to manage, publish, and monetize high-quality video content, providing essential features like video hosting, encoding, content delivery, management, metrics, and advertising. In 2010, Delve Networks was acquired by Limelight Networks, becoming a business unit within Limelight while maintaining its Seattle base. Under Castro's leadership, the Delve unit experienced significant growth in customer base and revenue. Delve's team includes experienced professionals from leading tech companies such as Amazon and Yahoo, enhancing its capability in delivering next-generation Internet television services.
SoundThinking
Series C in 2007
SoundThinking, formerly known as ShotSpotter, is a public safety technology company focused on enhancing community safety through innovative solutions and strategic advisory services for law enforcement and civic leadership. The company's flagship SafetySmart platform integrates several key tools, including ShotSpotter, an acoustic gunshot detection system; CrimeTracer, a comprehensive law enforcement search engine; CaseBuilder, an investigation management system; and ResourceRouter, software designed to optimize the deployment of patrol and anti-violence resources. By combining these technologies, SoundThinking aims to provide transformative solutions that improve public safety and support effective law enforcement practices.
Altierre
Series B in 2007
Altierre Corp. is a technology company specializing in wireless solutions, including chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, Altierre develops innovative products such as Clara – ePaper, an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision. The company offers a wireless bi-directional IoT platform designed for various business environments, primarily serving the retail, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Altierre focuses on addressing the challenges of dynamic pricing for large retail chains by providing an integrated hardware and software solution that enables real-time price adjustments, enhances price accuracy, reduces operational costs, minimizes paper waste, and improves in-store communication with consumers.
Phonezoo Communications
Series A in 2007
Phonezoo is a Silicon Valley based company focused on creating world class mobile products and applications. Our newest product offering, Streamzoo, helps you share and discover streams of mobile photos and videos. With mobile phone cameras getting sophisticated, there is an explosion of mobile media around us. Finding & sharing mobile photos and videos is becoming challenging - enter Streamzoo - perfect for sharing moments and experiences with the world or just your friends. Search for streams, see what's trending now, and stay up to date with your friends' streams. Introduced in 2006, Phonezoo.com has become the leading mobile entertainment website in the US. Its free to the end-users, ad-supported and profitable. Phonezoo is a ringtone service that lets you make your own ringtones, download them to your phone and share them with your friends. The site smartly gets around copyright issues by having users create ringtones using songs that they upload. Phonezoo has received an undisclosed amount of angel funding led by Tim Draper.
Veeker
Series A in 2007
Veeker Corp. is a messaging service provider that specializes in video and picture messaging for mobile phones and the web. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company operates Veeker.com, an online platform that allows users to send, receive, and store various types of messages including video, text, and picture messages. Veeker's services extend across mobile devices, emails, profile pages, blogs, and widgets, facilitating seamless communication through multimedia formats.
Yardbarker
Seed Round in 2007
Yardbarker Media is a leading sports and entertainment media platform in the United States, attracting over 12 million user sessions each month. Founded in 2006, it offers a variety of content through its website, social media channels, and partnerships with third-party syndication. The platform serves as a hub for sports fans, bloggers, and professional athletes to read, discuss, and interact with sports articles, photos, and videos. In addition to its content offerings, Yardbarker operates an online store that features apparel and accessories for men, women, and children. It also curates and distributes popular email newsletters, including 'The Morning Bark' and 'Quiz of the Day,' which reach more than 370,000 subscribers daily.
EoPlex
Series C in 2007
EoPlex Technologies specializes in advanced additive manufacturing and 3D printing processes that enable the production of complex, multi-material devices. Their innovative technology utilizes proprietary inks to achieve high-volume manufacturing, making it particularly effective in the semiconductor packaging industry. EoPlex's solutions enhance the fabrication of various components, including cell phone antennas, RF devices, energy harvesters, fluidic devices, fuel cell parts, sensors, micro-pumps, and thermal devices. By providing cost, size, and performance efficiencies, EoPlex aims to deliver reliable packaging and high-quality components that are challenging to produce with traditional manufacturing methods.
Mi5
Seed Round in 2007
Mi5 operates in the field of web security, focusing on the development and provision of secure web gateway appliances. The company's primary offering, Webgate security appliances, is designed to protect organizations from a variety of web-based threats. These threats include malicious URLs, spyware, crimeware, botnets, and viruses. By delivering robust security solutions, Mi5 aims to safeguard its clients' digital environments against evolving cyber risks.
Aperto Networks
Series E in 2007
Aperto Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of infrastructure equipment for broadband standards, including WiMAX and Wi-Fi. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pitt Meadows, Canada, the company provides a range of products designed for service providers and enterprises. Its offerings include the PacketMAX family, which supports voice, data, and video services for both fixed and mobile WiMAX applications, as well as the WaveCenter EMS Pro, a management system for overseeing wireless broadband networks. Aperto Networks focuses on delivering cost-effective, carrier-grade solutions that enable businesses, residential customers, and government organizations to access affordable wireless services. As of 2010, Aperto operates as a subsidiary of Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc.
U4EA Wireless
Series C in 2006
U4EA Wireless, provides WiFi mobility solutions and networking protocol software for the wired and wireless communications market. It offers GateD, a routing and switching software; and wireless controller switching software, for WPA. The company also provides professional services, such as porting, integration, testing, feature acceleration, and product consultation. NextHop offers its products and services to mobile enterprise and carrier equipment manufacturers. It has locations in Ann Arbor, Michigan; and Bangalore, India. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has sales offices in Acton, Massachusetts; Beijing, China; Oxford, the United Kingdom; and Taipei, Taiwan.
WiredBenefits
Seed Round in 2006
WiredBenefits was started by two employee benefits' industry veterans to address the need for innovation at the consumer level. Charles Marshall and Devin Wade pioneered the design and adoption of an online marketplace automating the administration of commuter benefits. This marketplace is currently deployed as a back office solution by the nation's leading payroll companies and third party administrators.
Reveal Technology
Series A in 2006
Reveal Technology provides a lightweight, robust, self-installing application that allows users to search and share documents and unstructured data in real-time. Reveal enables users to easily establish and set permissions on workgroups. Relevant documents and data are distributed across multiple machines in varying locations to provide timely access. Reveal's solution capitalizes on a peer-to-peer platform in which users can provide secure, shared access to specific documents, emails and other data without extensive IT involvement.
Jangl
Series B in 2006
Jangl operates a platform that facilitates lead generation and phone call distribution tracking, primarily targeting the online dating and social networking sectors. It offers tools such as real-time bidding APIs, dynamic call interactive voice response (IVR) systems, and sophisticated algorithms for revenue-driven placements. Jangl's services are integrated into various popular social networking and dating sites, including Facebook, Plentyoffish.com, and Match.com, among others. The company began testing advertising placements within phone calls and SMS messages in late 2007, establishing advertising revenue as a secondary income stream alongside partner revenue generated since early 2007. Although the founders departed in 2008, and assets were sold to LiveUniverse, Jangl continues to operate and serve its clients in the evolving landscape of online communication.
Pandora Media
Series D in 2006
Pandora Media, LLC is a music and podcast discovery platform based in Oakland, California, serving approximately 70 million users each month. Founded in 2000, Pandora utilizes its proprietary Music Genome Project and Podcast Genome Project technologies to deliver personalized music streaming services. Unlike traditional radio, which broadcasts the same content to all listeners, Pandora allows users to create customized stations and playlists, as well as search for and play songs on demand. The platform is accessible via mobile devices, web applications, and approximately 2,000 connected products in homes and vehicles. Pandora generates revenue through an ad-supported radio service, a subscription service called Pandora Plus, and an on-demand service known as Pandora Premium. By leveraging extensive listener data, Pandora enables targeted advertising for both local and national advertisers while providing artists with valuable insights to connect with their audience.
SoundThinking
Series B in 2006
SoundThinking, formerly known as ShotSpotter, is a public safety technology company focused on enhancing community safety through innovative solutions and strategic advisory services for law enforcement and civic leadership. The company's flagship SafetySmart platform integrates several key tools, including ShotSpotter, an acoustic gunshot detection system; CrimeTracer, a comprehensive law enforcement search engine; CaseBuilder, an investigation management system; and ResourceRouter, software designed to optimize the deployment of patrol and anti-violence resources. By combining these technologies, SoundThinking aims to provide transformative solutions that improve public safety and support effective law enforcement practices.
Before the Call
Series A in 2006
Before the Call is a provider of on-demand sales intelligence solutions, focusing on enhancing sales productivity and market analysis. The company offers a prospect development management solution that seamlessly integrates company and contact data from various sources into existing sales force automation applications. Their offerings include myMarketspac, which helps analyze market dynamics, and Data Cleanse, a tool designed for matching, de-duplicating, and appending existing sales data. By prioritizing accurate and up-to-date information, Before the Call aims to empower sales teams and improve sales management by ensuring that the CRM system serves as a comprehensive source of customer and prospect intelligence.
Aperto Networks
Series E in 2006
Aperto Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of infrastructure equipment for broadband standards, including WiMAX and Wi-Fi. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pitt Meadows, Canada, the company provides a range of products designed for service providers and enterprises. Its offerings include the PacketMAX family, which supports voice, data, and video services for both fixed and mobile WiMAX applications, as well as the WaveCenter EMS Pro, a management system for overseeing wireless broadband networks. Aperto Networks focuses on delivering cost-effective, carrier-grade solutions that enable businesses, residential customers, and government organizations to access affordable wireless services. As of 2010, Aperto operates as a subsidiary of Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc.
Sentinel Vision
Series B in 2006
Sentinel Vision, Inc. specializes in security alarm notification and verification systems. The company offers its SafeScout system, which transmits images, sound, and text information to its data center for processing. Upon receiving an alarm, Sentinel Vision sends voice and text alerts, along with verification images and audio, to customers and designated recipients via telephones, cellular phones, pagers, and email. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including renters, homeowners, and business professionals. Incorporated in 2002, Sentinel Vision is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
MeeVee
Series B in 2006
MeeVee is an online platform that specializes in providing personalized TV guides, allowing users to curate their viewing experience based on their interests. By selecting favorite actors, genres, or specific keywords, users receive customized listings of upcoming programming that align with their preferences. The service continuously updates these listings, ensuring users are informed about relevant shows and movies until they choose to change their interests. MeeVee also offers summaries, episode trailers, and detailed information about various TV shows across numerous cable and satellite channels, all at no cost to the user. Additionally, the MeeVee Guide widget can be integrated into other websites, enabling visitors to access personalized TV listings directly from those pages. This approach creates a tailored web experience, moving away from traditional, universal TV grids.
AdECN
Series A in 2006
AdECN operates as a neutral exchange for online display advertising, utilizing an automated, real-time auction model. The company provides an open market where advertisers and advertising networks can present their ads through the Experclick platform. AdECN facilitates a sealed bid auction for ad impressions, enabling dynamic pricing and competition among advertisers. Additionally, the company employs various methods to match ads to potential viewers, including behavioral, contextual, and profile-based approaches, ensuring that advertisements are relevant and effectively targeted. By streamlining the buying and selling process of online ads, AdECN enhances efficiency for both advertisers and publishers in the digital advertising landscape.
Solaicx
Series B in 2006
Solaicx is a manufacturer of mono-crystalline silicon ingots and wafers, primarily serving the photovoltaic industry. Founded in 2002 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company operates a production facility in Portland, Oregon. In addition to manufacturing silicon wafers, Solaicx designs and builds crystal silicon wafer production systems aimed at enhancing the production of solar silicon cells for photovoltaic applications.
Shelf Control
Seed Round in 2006
Shelf Control develops energy efficient lighting technology for the US and EU grocery industry. It offers IceLight, a lighting module, which is designed for refrigerated cold cases.
Integrated Materials
Series C in 2005
Integrated Materials, Inc. is a silicon science and technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in the manufacture of polysilicon furnaceware products for integrated circuit manufacturers. Founded in 1998, the company produces a range of products including boats, injectors, liners, pedestals, ring boats, and shelf boats, all designed for use in high-temperature processes and low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD) operations. As of 2010, Integrated Materials operates as a subsidiary of Ferrotec (USA) Corporation.
Jangl
Series A in 2005
Jangl operates a platform that facilitates lead generation and phone call distribution tracking, primarily targeting the online dating and social networking sectors. It offers tools such as real-time bidding APIs, dynamic call interactive voice response (IVR) systems, and sophisticated algorithms for revenue-driven placements. Jangl's services are integrated into various popular social networking and dating sites, including Facebook, Plentyoffish.com, and Match.com, among others. The company began testing advertising placements within phone calls and SMS messages in late 2007, establishing advertising revenue as a secondary income stream alongside partner revenue generated since early 2007. Although the founders departed in 2008, and assets were sold to LiveUniverse, Jangl continues to operate and serve its clients in the evolving landscape of online communication.
AdECN
Seed Round in 2005
AdECN operates as a neutral exchange for online display advertising, utilizing an automated, real-time auction model. The company provides an open market where advertisers and advertising networks can present their ads through the Experclick platform. AdECN facilitates a sealed bid auction for ad impressions, enabling dynamic pricing and competition among advertisers. Additionally, the company employs various methods to match ads to potential viewers, including behavioral, contextual, and profile-based approaches, ensuring that advertisements are relevant and effectively targeted. By streamlining the buying and selling process of online ads, AdECN enhances efficiency for both advertisers and publishers in the digital advertising landscape.
Ultriva
Series A in 2005
Ultriva, founded in 1999, specializes in cloud-based software solutions for manufacturing and supply chain management. The company addresses challenges such as demand volatility and unreliable suppliers, offering a suite of applications that enhance collaboration among manufacturers, customers, and suppliers. Ultriva’s solutions have been implemented in over 145 plants across 10 countries, facilitating transactions exceeding $1.5 billion and generating savings of over $300 million for its clients. Their diverse customer base includes notable manufacturers in various sectors, including industrial, automotive, healthcare, and aerospace. By optimizing material flows and streamlining operations, Ultriva aims to improve efficiency and effectiveness in supply chain processes.
Aperto Networks
Series E in 2005
Aperto Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of infrastructure equipment for broadband standards, including WiMAX and Wi-Fi. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pitt Meadows, Canada, the company provides a range of products designed for service providers and enterprises. Its offerings include the PacketMAX family, which supports voice, data, and video services for both fixed and mobile WiMAX applications, as well as the WaveCenter EMS Pro, a management system for overseeing wireless broadband networks. Aperto Networks focuses on delivering cost-effective, carrier-grade solutions that enable businesses, residential customers, and government organizations to access affordable wireless services. As of 2010, Aperto operates as a subsidiary of Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc.
U4EA Wireless
Series B in 2005
U4EA Wireless, provides WiFi mobility solutions and networking protocol software for the wired and wireless communications market. It offers GateD, a routing and switching software; and wireless controller switching software, for WPA. The company also provides professional services, such as porting, integration, testing, feature acceleration, and product consultation. NextHop offers its products and services to mobile enterprise and carrier equipment manufacturers. It has locations in Ann Arbor, Michigan; and Bangalore, India. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has sales offices in Acton, Massachusetts; Beijing, China; Oxford, the United Kingdom; and Taipei, Taiwan.
Altierre
Series A in 2005
Altierre Corp. is a technology company specializing in wireless solutions, including chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, Altierre develops innovative products such as Clara – ePaper, an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision. The company offers a wireless bi-directional IoT platform designed for various business environments, primarily serving the retail, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Altierre focuses on addressing the challenges of dynamic pricing for large retail chains by providing an integrated hardware and software solution that enables real-time price adjustments, enhances price accuracy, reduces operational costs, minimizes paper waste, and improves in-store communication with consumers.
EoPlex
Series B in 2005
EoPlex Technologies specializes in advanced additive manufacturing and 3D printing processes that enable the production of complex, multi-material devices. Their innovative technology utilizes proprietary inks to achieve high-volume manufacturing, making it particularly effective in the semiconductor packaging industry. EoPlex's solutions enhance the fabrication of various components, including cell phone antennas, RF devices, energy harvesters, fluidic devices, fuel cell parts, sensors, micro-pumps, and thermal devices. By providing cost, size, and performance efficiencies, EoPlex aims to deliver reliable packaging and high-quality components that are challenging to produce with traditional manufacturing methods.
Akira Technologies
Series A in 2005
Akira is a leader in digital lifestyle aggregation software for mobile consumers. Akira's X/Air(TM) platform provides consumers with social networking, phlogging (mobile phone and photo blogging), and digital photo servicing. Sold through media and technology companies, retailers, and wireless carriers, it is available on leading wireless networks and handsets. Akira Technologies is headquartered in San Francisco and privately held.
Traverse Networks
Series B in 2005
Traverse Networks is a leading supplier of enhanced voice services technology to communications service providers in the US. With unique and highly scalable technology, Traverse Networks helps partners generate new revenue streams by complementing existing products or enabling the creation of new enhanced services.
Proficient Systems
Series B in 2005
Proficient Systems is an enterprise software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in solutions that enhance revenue and sales productivity for large organizations. Founded by entrepreneur Gregg Freishtat in 2000, the company addresses the disconnect often found between online sales opportunities and offline service operations. By integrating these two aspects, Proficient Systems enables businesses to improve customer acquisition, lead generation, and overall online customer experience. The company's software tracks and analyzes website visitor behavior, providing valuable insights that help organizations optimize their sales strategies and customer interactions. With a team experienced in delivering solutions for complex, consultative industries, Proficient Systems has established itself as a key player in driving significant revenue growth while enhancing customer service.
Altierre
Series A in 2005
Altierre Corp. is a technology company specializing in wireless solutions, including chips, displays, sensors, systems, and software. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with a sales office in Paris, France, Altierre develops innovative products such as Clara – ePaper, an electronic shelf label that allows retailers to engage customers directly at the point of decision. The company offers a wireless bi-directional IoT platform designed for various business environments, primarily serving the retail, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Altierre focuses on addressing the challenges of dynamic pricing for large retail chains by providing an integrated hardware and software solution that enables real-time price adjustments, enhances price accuracy, reduces operational costs, minimizes paper waste, and improves in-store communication with consumers.
Sentinel Vision
Series B in 2005
Sentinel Vision, Inc. specializes in security alarm notification and verification systems. The company offers its SafeScout system, which transmits images, sound, and text information to its data center for processing. Upon receiving an alarm, Sentinel Vision sends voice and text alerts, along with verification images and audio, to customers and designated recipients via telephones, cellular phones, pagers, and email. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including renters, homeowners, and business professionals. Incorporated in 2002, Sentinel Vision is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
IntruGuard
Series B in 2005
IntruGuard is a supplier of Network Behavior Analysis (NBA) Systems for e-tailers, webhosts, social networking sites, Service Providers and Enterprise Data Centers. These NBA systems provide granular real time network traffic visibility and provide automatic protection against targeted Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. These systems are vital in network security infrastructure of any service provider or enterprise data center network to ensure smooth network operation, full legitimate use of bandwidth and improve network utilization.
U4EA Wireless
Venture Round in 2004
U4EA Wireless, provides WiFi mobility solutions and networking protocol software for the wired and wireless communications market. It offers GateD, a routing and switching software; and wireless controller switching software, for WPA. The company also provides professional services, such as porting, integration, testing, feature acceleration, and product consultation. NextHop offers its products and services to mobile enterprise and carrier equipment manufacturers. It has locations in Ann Arbor, Michigan; and Bangalore, India. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has sales offices in Acton, Massachusetts; Beijing, China; Oxford, the United Kingdom; and Taipei, Taiwan.
GreenBorder Technologies
Series C in 2004
GreenBorder Technologies, Inc. specializes in desktop DMZ software for Windows, focusing on comprehensive security solutions. The company offers a range of services including malware prevention, mobile PC safety, unauthorized download prevention, patching, and data confidentiality. It is dedicated to safeguarding enterprises against data corruption, theft, and unauthorized access, while also addressing Internet threats that may arise from user behavior, particularly from compulsive clicking on mobile devices. GreenBorder distributes its products through a network of resellers, ensuring that businesses have access to robust protection for their data systems.
Integrated Materials
Series B in 2004
Integrated Materials, Inc. is a silicon science and technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in the manufacture of polysilicon furnaceware products for integrated circuit manufacturers. Founded in 1998, the company produces a range of products including boats, injectors, liners, pedestals, ring boats, and shelf boats, all designed for use in high-temperature processes and low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD) operations. As of 2010, Integrated Materials operates as a subsidiary of Ferrotec (USA) Corporation.
EoPlex
Series A in 2004
EoPlex Technologies specializes in advanced additive manufacturing and 3D printing processes that enable the production of complex, multi-material devices. Their innovative technology utilizes proprietary inks to achieve high-volume manufacturing, making it particularly effective in the semiconductor packaging industry. EoPlex's solutions enhance the fabrication of various components, including cell phone antennas, RF devices, energy harvesters, fluidic devices, fuel cell parts, sensors, micro-pumps, and thermal devices. By providing cost, size, and performance efficiencies, EoPlex aims to deliver reliable packaging and high-quality components that are challenging to produce with traditional manufacturing methods.
SoundThinking
Series A in 2004
SoundThinking, formerly known as ShotSpotter, is a public safety technology company focused on enhancing community safety through innovative solutions and strategic advisory services for law enforcement and civic leadership. The company's flagship SafetySmart platform integrates several key tools, including ShotSpotter, an acoustic gunshot detection system; CrimeTracer, a comprehensive law enforcement search engine; CaseBuilder, an investigation management system; and ResourceRouter, software designed to optimize the deployment of patrol and anti-violence resources. By combining these technologies, SoundThinking aims to provide transformative solutions that improve public safety and support effective law enforcement practices.
Aperto Networks
Series D in 2004
Aperto Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of infrastructure equipment for broadband standards, including WiMAX and Wi-Fi. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pitt Meadows, Canada, the company provides a range of products designed for service providers and enterprises. Its offerings include the PacketMAX family, which supports voice, data, and video services for both fixed and mobile WiMAX applications, as well as the WaveCenter EMS Pro, a management system for overseeing wireless broadband networks. Aperto Networks focuses on delivering cost-effective, carrier-grade solutions that enable businesses, residential customers, and government organizations to access affordable wireless services. As of 2010, Aperto operates as a subsidiary of Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc.
Pandora Media
Series B in 2004
Pandora Media, LLC is a music and podcast discovery platform based in Oakland, California, serving approximately 70 million users each month. Founded in 2000, Pandora utilizes its proprietary Music Genome Project and Podcast Genome Project technologies to deliver personalized music streaming services. Unlike traditional radio, which broadcasts the same content to all listeners, Pandora allows users to create customized stations and playlists, as well as search for and play songs on demand. The platform is accessible via mobile devices, web applications, and approximately 2,000 connected products in homes and vehicles. Pandora generates revenue through an ad-supported radio service, a subscription service called Pandora Plus, and an on-demand service known as Pandora Premium. By leveraging extensive listener data, Pandora enables targeted advertising for both local and national advertisers while providing artists with valuable insights to connect with their audience.
Proficient Systems
Venture Round in 2003
Proficient Systems is an enterprise software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in solutions that enhance revenue and sales productivity for large organizations. Founded by entrepreneur Gregg Freishtat in 2000, the company addresses the disconnect often found between online sales opportunities and offline service operations. By integrating these two aspects, Proficient Systems enables businesses to improve customer acquisition, lead generation, and overall online customer experience. The company's software tracks and analyzes website visitor behavior, providing valuable insights that help organizations optimize their sales strategies and customer interactions. With a team experienced in delivering solutions for complex, consultative industries, Proficient Systems has established itself as a key player in driving significant revenue growth while enhancing customer service.
Soligence
Series A in 2003
Soligence Corporation specializes in cellular expense management solutions, offering services such as account optimization, asset management, and liability transfer. The company provides cost control services that include ongoing rate plan optimization, usage analysis, bill verification, and managerial reporting. Among its key products are BestBuyer, which optimizes bid selection using auction data and corporate policies, and BestSeller, designed to enhance supplier selection and pricing. Additionally, Soligence has developed PlanSat, an automated mission planning system for remote-sensing satellites, utilizing patent-pending technology to decrease costs and improve image quality for satellite operators. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Soligence is actively partnering with ground station suppliers to integrate its technology into larger proposals within the growing remote sensing satellite market.
Silverpop
Series C in 2003
Silverpop is a digital marketing software company that specializes in email marketing and marketing automation solutions. It focuses on enhancing customer experiences by leveraging customer data and individual behaviors to guide real-time interactions. This capability allows marketers to automate highly personalized communications on a large scale. Silverpop's tools cater to both B2C and B2B marketers across various industries, making it a trusted partner for over 5,000 brands worldwide. By transforming how enterprises communicate with customers, Silverpop plays a significant role in driving engagement and revenue growth.
Soligence
Series A in 2003
Soligence Corporation specializes in cellular expense management solutions, offering services such as account optimization, asset management, and liability transfer. The company provides cost control services that include ongoing rate plan optimization, usage analysis, bill verification, and managerial reporting. Among its key products are BestBuyer, which optimizes bid selection using auction data and corporate policies, and BestSeller, designed to enhance supplier selection and pricing. Additionally, Soligence has developed PlanSat, an automated mission planning system for remote-sensing satellites, utilizing patent-pending technology to decrease costs and improve image quality for satellite operators. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Soligence is actively partnering with ground station suppliers to integrate its technology into larger proposals within the growing remote sensing satellite market.
Aperto Networks
Series C in 2002
Aperto Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of infrastructure equipment for broadband standards, including WiMAX and Wi-Fi. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pitt Meadows, Canada, the company provides a range of products designed for service providers and enterprises. Its offerings include the PacketMAX family, which supports voice, data, and video services for both fixed and mobile WiMAX applications, as well as the WaveCenter EMS Pro, a management system for overseeing wireless broadband networks. Aperto Networks focuses on delivering cost-effective, carrier-grade solutions that enable businesses, residential customers, and government organizations to access affordable wireless services. As of 2010, Aperto operates as a subsidiary of Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc.
Proficient Systems
Series B in 2002
Proficient Systems is an enterprise software company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in solutions that enhance revenue and sales productivity for large organizations. Founded by entrepreneur Gregg Freishtat in 2000, the company addresses the disconnect often found between online sales opportunities and offline service operations. By integrating these two aspects, Proficient Systems enables businesses to improve customer acquisition, lead generation, and overall online customer experience. The company's software tracks and analyzes website visitor behavior, providing valuable insights that help organizations optimize their sales strategies and customer interactions. With a team experienced in delivering solutions for complex, consultative industries, Proficient Systems has established itself as a key player in driving significant revenue growth while enhancing customer service.
U4EA Wireless
Series A in 2002
U4EA Wireless, provides WiFi mobility solutions and networking protocol software for the wired and wireless communications market. It offers GateD, a routing and switching software; and wireless controller switching software, for WPA. The company also provides professional services, such as porting, integration, testing, feature acceleration, and product consultation. NextHop offers its products and services to mobile enterprise and carrier equipment manufacturers. It has locations in Ann Arbor, Michigan; and Bangalore, India. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has sales offices in Acton, Massachusetts; Beijing, China; Oxford, the United Kingdom; and Taipei, Taiwan.
Ezboard
Series D in 2002
Ezboard operates a social community platform. The company’s platform enables users to create their profiles and photo galleries, embed third-party content, and reorder photos via drag and drop as well as send hugs, bites, waves, and more. Its platform also provides chat rooms, polls, calendars, drag and drop profile layouts, designer profile skins, activity feeds, photo tagging and notes, blogging, photo editing tools, shoutbox comments, custom profile status, group private messages, alert boxes, text editors and smileys, inbox preview widgets, multiple profiles, and other video embedding features. Ezboard was founded in 1999 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Integrated Materials
Series A in 2002
Integrated Materials, Inc. is a silicon science and technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in the manufacture of polysilicon furnaceware products for integrated circuit manufacturers. Founded in 1998, the company produces a range of products including boats, injectors, liners, pedestals, ring boats, and shelf boats, all designed for use in high-temperature processes and low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD) operations. As of 2010, Integrated Materials operates as a subsidiary of Ferrotec (USA) Corporation.
Yubé
Series B in 2001
Yubé provides first-of-its-kind, customer-facing software for comprehensive post-sales customer services automation, designed by experts in this domain. Yubé's offerings are uniquely customer-ready - the applications allow companies to realize immediate tactical benefits of cost savings and rapid ROI (Return on Investment) from the software and ultimately the strategic benefits of enhanced customer loyalty and revenue growth via superior customer services over the Web. The software allows companies to fully leverage the Web for enterprise-wide and cross-enterprise collaborative problem resolution and end-to-end self-services from anywhere at anytime. The solution is 100% Web-based, enabling rapid global deployment and standard browser access; and complete, with an end-to-end, employee and customer-facing solution to address all aspects of post-sales customer services.
Bizfinity
Series C in 2001
Bizfinity, Inc. is an Application Service Provider based in Cupertino, California, specializing in a Business Synchronization Platform tailored for small and growing businesses. The company offers a comprehensive e-business suite that integrates essential applications such as customer relationship management, order management, inventory control, and accounting services. Designed to facilitate seamless operations, Bizfinity's platform enables businesses to manage online stores linked with auction capabilities, supported by a Workflow Manager for efficient inquiry and order processing. The applications are accessible online, allowing business owners to oversee their operations in real time from anywhere in the world. Bizfinity markets its solutions directly and through partnerships with various companies, benefiting from the expertise of its founding team, which has extensive experience in the small business sector. The company has received recognition for its innovative contributions to e-commerce and continues to support retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers in digitizing their operations.
Atesto Technologies
Series B in 2001
Atesto is an automated Web testing service that enables organizations to develop, deploy and monitor Web applications without needing to license, install and manage software and hardware systems and infrastructure. The company’s software suite, Atesto Functional Test, tests and validates complex, static and dynamic Web applications. The company also offers load testing and monitoring services, to address performance and application maintenance needs. The Automated Load Test services simulate complex real-life application scenarios using live Internet traffic from a globally distributed network and the Response Watch service features periodic transaction and Web application monitoring capability from global locations. Both services include detailed, real-time, online reports on application performance and analysis.
IP Video Systems
Series C in 2001
IP Video Systems, previously known as TeraBurst Networks, Inc., specializes in hardware and software solutions for real-time, high-definition media streaming, recording, and management over IP networks. The company's offerings include a variety of encoders, decoders, multi-stream clients, and digital media servers, designed to facilitate the sharing and recording of high-resolution video and graphics. Target markets for IP Video Systems encompass networked control rooms, healthcare, simulation and training, and tele-collaboration, enabling global collaborators to share data seamlessly across different networks, regardless of bandwidth limitations.
Jareva Technologies
Series B in 2001
Jareva Technologies, Inc. provides information technology automation software that enables enterprises to rapidly scale their business. Jareva's software automates the process of remotely accessing, provisioning and managing Internet Infrastructure. The company is backed by Crest Communications Holdings, Labrador Ventures and Satwik Ventures.
GetRelevant
Series C in 2001
GetRelevant, located in San Francisco, California, specializes in Internet-based marketing and advertising services. The company connects marketers from both online and offline sectors with an extensive network of websites, aiming to enhance the earning potential for all parties involved. By integrating promotional marketing with Internet technology, GetRelevant enhances user experience and increases revenue per user. Additionally, the company offers a source of validated customer data that benefits both marketers and site publishers. Through its innovative approach, GetRelevant strives to optimize the effectiveness of marketing strategies in the digital landscape.
United Messaging
Series C in 2000
United Messaging, Inc. provides enterprise messaging solutions that deliver hosted e-mail and collaboration services to business enterprises internationally. It provides electronic messaging network, consulting, and mailgration services, as well as hosted Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes/Domino, and Internet Messaging applications. United Messaging, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is based in Malvern, Pennsylvania with additional offices in West Chester, Pennsylvania; and London, England. It has a network operations center in Malvern, Pennsylvania, as well as engineering facilities in Chantilly, Virginia.
Silverpop
Series B in 2000
Silverpop is a digital marketing software company that specializes in email marketing and marketing automation solutions. It focuses on enhancing customer experiences by leveraging customer data and individual behaviors to guide real-time interactions. This capability allows marketers to automate highly personalized communications on a large scale. Silverpop's tools cater to both B2C and B2B marketers across various industries, making it a trusted partner for over 5,000 brands worldwide. By transforming how enterprises communicate with customers, Silverpop plays a significant role in driving engagement and revenue growth.
Ezboard
Venture Round in 2000
Ezboard operates a social community platform. The company’s platform enables users to create their profiles and photo galleries, embed third-party content, and reorder photos via drag and drop as well as send hugs, bites, waves, and more. Its platform also provides chat rooms, polls, calendars, drag and drop profile layouts, designer profile skins, activity feeds, photo tagging and notes, blogging, photo editing tools, shoutbox comments, custom profile status, group private messages, alert boxes, text editors and smileys, inbox preview widgets, multiple profiles, and other video embedding features. Ezboard was founded in 1999 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Silverpop
Series A in 2000
Silverpop is a digital marketing software company that specializes in email marketing and marketing automation solutions. It focuses on enhancing customer experiences by leveraging customer data and individual behaviors to guide real-time interactions. This capability allows marketers to automate highly personalized communications on a large scale. Silverpop's tools cater to both B2C and B2B marketers across various industries, making it a trusted partner for over 5,000 brands worldwide. By transforming how enterprises communicate with customers, Silverpop plays a significant role in driving engagement and revenue growth.
IP Video Systems
Venture Round in 2000
IP Video Systems, previously known as TeraBurst Networks, Inc., specializes in hardware and software solutions for real-time, high-definition media streaming, recording, and management over IP networks. The company's offerings include a variety of encoders, decoders, multi-stream clients, and digital media servers, designed to facilitate the sharing and recording of high-resolution video and graphics. Target markets for IP Video Systems encompass networked control rooms, healthcare, simulation and training, and tele-collaboration, enabling global collaborators to share data seamlessly across different networks, regardless of bandwidth limitations.
Atesto Technologies
Series A in 2000
Atesto is an automated Web testing service that enables organizations to develop, deploy and monitor Web applications without needing to license, install and manage software and hardware systems and infrastructure. The company’s software suite, Atesto Functional Test, tests and validates complex, static and dynamic Web applications. The company also offers load testing and monitoring services, to address performance and application maintenance needs. The Automated Load Test services simulate complex real-life application scenarios using live Internet traffic from a globally distributed network and the Response Watch service features periodic transaction and Web application monitoring capability from global locations. Both services include detailed, real-time, online reports on application performance and analysis.
Everyone.net
Venture Round in 2000
Everyone.net specializes in providing hosted email and collaboration solutions for small businesses and service providers. Founded in 1998, the company focuses on enhancing communication and data security through its reliable and customizable email services. It offers advanced features such as IMAP and push email for mobile devices, backed by robust security measures, including anti-spam and virus protection. With a significant presence in the market, Everyone.net manages over 6 billion message connections monthly and supports more than 300,000 domains globally. The company's commitment to innovation and simplicity positions it as a leader in the Software as a Service (SaaS) email and messaging sector.
LevelEdge
Series A in 2000
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Francisco, LevelEdge.com is a company whose mission is to take student-athletes to the next level of opportunity despite economic or geographic barriers. It seeks to do so by matching all deserving student-athletes with available athletic scholarships.
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