Gringo is a Brazilian technology company founded in 2019 by Juliano Dutra in Sao Paulo. It specializes in simplifying the management of vehicle-related tasks and debts through innovative use of technology and data. Gringo's application provides real-time alerts for fines, annual taxes, points, and license expiration, aiming to transform complex and bureaucratic processes into straightforward experiences. The company also fosters a community around vehicle management issues via social networks, enabling drivers to monitor or perform services related to their vehicle documents.
Blockchain.com
Series E in 2023
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.
Imprint is a financial services company founded in 2020 and based in New York, specializing in payments, rewards, and loyalty services. The firm has developed a full-stack payments and loyalty platform that facilitates payment processing for merchants and consumers. This platform allows users to execute financial transactions while also earning loyalty and reward points, streamlining the management of daily financial transactions. Imprint aims to enhance the payment experience by integrating rewards and loyalty features, making it easier for users to engage with their financial activities.
Silo Inc is a U.S.-based company that specializes in automating the perishable supply chain. It connects various stakeholders, including growers, packers, shippers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, food service providers, processors, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers. Silo offers integrated software solutions and financing services to enhance cash flow and streamline operations. Its platform automates processes such as inventory management, orders, payments, and logistics, utilizing AI and machine learning to adapt to existing workflows and improve efficiency and transparency throughout the supply chain.
Scroll.io
Venture Round in 2023
Scroll, founded in 2021 and based in Victoria, Seychelles, is focused on developing an EVM-equivalent zk-rollup, which utilizes a robust proving network. The company operates within the technology sector, with an emphasis on enhancing blockchain scalability and efficiency. By leveraging zero-knowledge proof technology, Scroll aims to facilitate faster and more secure transactions on decentralized applications. The firm's innovative approach positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of blockchain infrastructure.
It is to provide the Mortgage of the Future, a better mortgage loan through an exceptional service that fits your needs. They provide an alternative to the complicated and traditional procedures of the past, modernizing the experience of their users through an agile and avant-garde service with personal advice and fair rates.
BHub is a Latin American company specializing in providing financial back-office solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Their AI-based platform is designed to relieve entrepreneurs and accountants by allowing the full outsourcing of finance and administrative tasks. The platform includes AI agents and automations for accounts payable/receivable, accounting, taxes, and payroll. By utilizing BHub's services, clients can significantly reduce the time, costs, and labor associated with these functions.
ROH is the hospitality industry’s first sales and payments management platform purpose-built to help hotels increase profitability. ROH drives conversions, increases revenue and provides real-time data and insights for large hospitality groups, asset owners and their brands. ROH’s leading technology, automation and workflow tools unlock productivity for hotel operators by enabling them to effortlessly manage sales, payments and finances all in one place. Developed by industry leaders, ROH has established relationships with leading hospitality brands collectively managing over $4T in Gross Payment Volume (GPV), including Loews Hotels & Co, Crescent Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Auberge Resorts Collection, Noble House Hotels & Resorts and Evolution Hospitality. ROH is quickly becoming an indispensable partner to forward-thinking hospitality groups as they optimize sales and finance operations and is proudly backed by investors including Acrew Capital, 1Sharpe Ventures, Founders Fund, Moore Specialty Credit, Correlation Ventures, SilverCircle, Cleo Capital and GMO VenturePartners. Developed by industry leaders, ROH has established relationships with leading hospitality brands collectively managing over $4T in Gross Payment Volume (GPV), including Loews Hotels & Co, Crescent Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Auberge Resorts Collection, Noble House Hotels & Resorts and Evolution Hospitality.
Balance is a home co-investment platform designed to assist homeowners struggling with traditional mortgage qualifications, particularly those with low credit or who have fallen behind on payments. The company enables homeowners to access their existing home equity to pay off their entire mortgage and other debts, while also offering the option of cash out. Through its co-ownership model, Balance allows homeowners to make affordable monthly payments, which can be made in equity rather than cash, while retaining full control of their property. Homeowners maintain title ownership and can increase their equity, refinance, or sell their homes at their discretion. The mission of Balance is to provide a more affordable and flexible alternative to conventional mortgage debt, ultimately aiming to prevent foreclosure.
IMMO is a technology-driven residential real estate platform that focuses on creating high-quality portfolios of existing single-family rental housing across Europe. Established in 2017, the company offers a comprehensive end-to-end solution for institutional partners that includes sourcing, acquisition, portfolio management, lettings, and property management. IMMO's objective is to enhance performance and maximize returns for its clients by streamlining the real estate investment process. The company leverages advanced technology to identify and assess residential investment opportunities, acquiring properties directly from consumers to ensure a seamless experience. With a team of over 130 professionals boasting backgrounds from prominent firms such as McKinsey, Goldman Sachs, and Amazon, IMMO has built a substantial presence in the UK, Germany, Spain, and India. It has been recognized as a "Tech Pioneer" by the World Economic Forum for its innovative approach in the real estate sector.
Scalapay, founded in 2019 by Simone Mancini and Johnny Mitrevski, is a financial technology company based in Milan, Italy, that specializes in "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) services. The company has quickly expanded its presence across Europe, offering a payment platform that enables consumers to shop both online and in-store. Scalapay allows customers to split their purchases into three interest-free installments, providing a convenient and flexible payment solution. By simplifying the payment process, Scalapay aims to enhance the shopping experience for consumers, making purchases more accessible and manageable.
Sonder Holdings
Post in 2022
Sonder Holdings is a hospitality company that leases hotel-style apartments to travelers, offering a variety of accommodation options, including rooms, suites, and apartments. Formerly known as Flatbook Corp., the company rebranded as Sonder Canada Inc. in 2016 and operates under the name Sonder. Incorporated in 2018 and based in Montreal, Canada, Sonder provides both short and long-term stays across more than 30 cities in North America, Europe, and the Middle East. The company focuses on delivering a tech-driven, seamless experience through a user-friendly app that allows guests to access self-service features and 24/7 support. Each Sonder unit is carefully selected, designed, and managed by the company, ensuring a consistent and thoughtfully curated experience for travelers.
Cambrian Biopharma
Series C in 2021
Cambrian Biopharma is building the medicines that will modernize healthcare in the 21st century – therapeutics to lengthen healthspan, the period of life spent in good health. As a Distributed Development Company (or DisCo), Cambrian is advancing multiple scientific breakthroughs, each targeting a biological driver of aging. Our approach is to develop interventions that treat specific diseases first, then deploy them as preventative medicines to improve quality of life/overall quality of life as we age.
Peach Finance
Series A in 2021
Peach Finance, Inc. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in developing a comprehensive loan management platform designed for finance, legal, and operations teams. Founded in 2018, Peach offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that employs machine learning algorithms to enhance repayment rates while ensuring compliance with regulations. The platform is API-first and fully configurable, enabling lenders to efficiently launch and scale lending products across various asset classes. Its robust end-to-end servicing technology includes features such as a loan management system, borrower and agent portals, customer relationship management, omnichannel communications, payment processing, and reporting tools. Additionally, Peach Finance provides a unique Self-Service Portfolio Migration capability, aiming to empower lenders to innovate and improve the financial experiences of their customers.
Divvy Homes
Series D in 2021
Divvy Homes, Inc. is a tech-enabled real estate platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company operates in key markets including San Francisco, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Seattle, focusing on making homeownership more accessible. Divvy Homes facilitates rent-to-own arrangements by purchasing residential properties on behalf of renters, who then make monthly payments that contribute toward a future down payment. This model allows customers to build savings while living in their chosen home, ultimately enabling them to purchase the property when they are ready. By offering a transparent and straightforward approach to homeownership, Divvy Homes aims to address the housing affordability gap and provide families with a viable path to owning a home.
SIGA OT Solutions
Series B in 2021
Siga develops a monitoring platform designed to enhance the reliability, safety, and cybersecurity of industrial assets. This platform employs electrical signal-based predictive analysis and artificial intelligence to detect anomalies in real-time, providing operators with precise information on irregular events. By focusing on critical assets, Siga's system enables businesses to effectively protect themselves against technical malfunctions and cyber-attacks. Importantly, the platform operates independently of the existing industrial control systems, ensuring that it cannot be hacked or manipulated from the operational network. This capability allows for seamless integration into maintenance and operational processes, ultimately contributing to improved overall asset performance.
Tenstorrent
Series C in 2021
Tenstorrent Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) tailored for machine learning and data processing tasks. Its hardware architecture is designed to support a range of applications, from battery-powered Internet of Things (IoT) devices to large-scale cloud servers, providing scalable solutions for deep learning. Tenstorrent's offerings enable developers and researchers in the artificial intelligence sector to enhance computational performance and adapt algorithms effectively, positioning the company as a key player in advancing AI technology.
Dataminr, Inc. is an AI-driven platform that specializes in real-time information discovery and risk detection by analyzing publicly available data. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company transforms diverse sources, including social media, blogs, and information sensors, into actionable alerts for its clients. Dataminr serves various sectors, including finance, news, security, and crisis management, providing tailored solutions such as Dataminr for News and Dataminr for Finance. These applications help journalists and financial professionals monitor relevant topics and manage personalized streams of information. By detecting early signs of significant events—such as natural disasters, political unrest, or security threats—Dataminr equips organizations with critical insights, enabling them to respond swiftly and effectively to emerging risks and disruptions.
Divvy Homes
Series C in 2021
Divvy Homes, Inc. is a tech-enabled real estate platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company operates in key markets including San Francisco, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Seattle, focusing on making homeownership more accessible. Divvy Homes facilitates rent-to-own arrangements by purchasing residential properties on behalf of renters, who then make monthly payments that contribute toward a future down payment. This model allows customers to build savings while living in their chosen home, ultimately enabling them to purchase the property when they are ready. By offering a transparent and straightforward approach to homeownership, Divvy Homes aims to address the housing affordability gap and provide families with a viable path to owning a home.
ChaosSearch
Series B in 2020
ChaosSearch is a data platform company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in scalable log analytics. Its innovative platform indexes customer data stored in the cloud, making it fully searchable and facilitating data analytics at scale. By transforming cloud storage into a dynamic analytical database, ChaosSearch enables seamless integration of diverse data streams and streamlines complex data pipelines. The platform supports multiple query languages, including Elastic and SQL, and plans to incorporate machine learning capabilities in the future. This comprehensive approach allows businesses to derive actionable insights from their data while significantly reducing time, cost, and complexity, effectively turning cloud object storage into an efficient analytics engine.
Fast's mission is to make buying online faster, safer and easier for everyone. Its Fast Login and Fast Checkout product enable a one-click sign-in and purchasing experience that makes it easier for people to buy and merchants to sell. The company's products work on any browser, device or platform for consistent, stress-free purchasing, either on a merchants own domain or through headless checkout on any other website. Fast invests heavily in its user privacy and security, with a Zero Fraud Guarantee on chargebacks for sellers. Headquartered in San Francisco, Fast is a privately held company founded by Domm Holland and Allison Barr Allen and funded by Stripe, Addition, Index Ventures, Susa Ventures and Sugar Capital. Headquartered in San Francisco, Fast is a privately held company funded by Stripe, Index Ventures, Susa Ventures, Global Founders Capital, and Brian Sugar – who also serves on the board.
Luminar
Venture Round in 2019
Luminar Technologies, Inc. is a vehicle sensor and software company based in Orlando, Florida, founded in 2012. The company operates primarily in two segments: Autonomy Solutions and Other Component Sales. The Autonomy Solutions segment focuses on the design, manufacture, and sale of lidar sensors and related perception and autonomy software for original equipment manufacturers in the automotive and commercial vehicle sectors, including applications in robo-taxis. In addition, Luminar's Other Component Sales segment provides design, testing, and consulting services for non-standard integrated circuits aimed at government agencies and defense contractors. The company emphasizes enhancing safety and advancing autonomous technology in vehicles, particularly through advanced driver assistance systems that cater to a range of driving scenarios.
C2Sense, Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in developing chemiresistive gas sensors for applications in food and agriculture. Their sensors are designed to detect gases such as ethylene and biogenic amines at low concentrations, monitoring fruit ripeness and the freshness of meat, fish, and poultry throughout the supply chain. This technology helps improve food quality and reduce waste by enabling informed decisions at every stage from growers to consumers. Additionally, C2Sense is working on Halo Diagnostics, a digitally connected immunoassay reader that provides near-PCR sensitivity for patient-to-provider workflows. The company also offers sensing solutions for product quality information and counterfeit detection, using molecular additives that can be integrated into products or packaging to provide real-time status updates and detect issues during distribution.
Katerra Inc. is a prefabricated construction company based in Menlo Park, California, specializing in the manufacturing of structural components, assemblies, and finish materials for various building types. Established in 2015, Katerra produces a wide range of products, including walls, columns, beams, bathroom pods, modular mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, as well as custom furniture and retail fittings. The company combines advanced technology with construction practices to optimize building development and design, utilizing a platform that integrates building information modeling with a global supply chain for efficient material ordering, manufacturing, and delivery. Katerra serves multiple sectors, including commercial, retail, healthcare, hospitality, and residential housing, and operates both domestically and internationally through a network of offices and factories.
Workrise is a technology company that operates an online platform designed to connect energy companies, energy service providers, and skilled energy workers. This platform facilitates efficient communication, collaboration, and resource sharing among these groups, enabling businesses to locate qualified workers more effectively and access a broader range of services within the energy industry.
Adobe [acquired](http://www.crunchbase.com/acquisition/8df47bafeccc8db6c9830dc69df1e5a3) Scene7 in May 2007 and now offers Scene7 as one of its products. Scene7 – provider of the leading on-demand rich media platform – enables companies to grow revenues, enhance customer experience and cut production costs. With Scene7, businesses can improve the entire selling and marketing cycle – from attracting customers, to guiding them to the right products and services, to successfully converting them into loyal buyers. The company offers rich media solutions built on a robust, integrated technology platform – for unrivaled breadth, depth, scalability and ease of ongoing rich media use. Adobe acquired Scene7 in May 2007.
Avexus is a software provider specializing in solutions for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industries, particularly for highly engineered assets. The company focuses on serving sectors such as aerospace, power generation, rail, and maritime. Its flagship product, the Impresa enterprise software, is integral to the Avexus Product Solution Suite, designed to enhance lifecycle management of complex assets. By implementing its solutions, Avexus aims to improve asset availability, customer satisfaction, profitability, and reduce operational cycle times for MRO organizations.
Storactive
Venture Round in 2003
Storactive specializes in data protection technologies for personal computers and enterprise servers in Europe. The company offers comprehensive solutions, including LiveBackup and LiveBackup Express, which provide automatic data backup, end-user file recovery, and streamlined disaster recovery for distributed laptop and desktop environments. Additionally, Storactive's LiveServ solution addresses vulnerabilities in traditional backup systems by ensuring zero-loss data protection for Microsoft Exchange servers, thus enabling recovery of recent data. The company's flagship technology continuously manages and backs up enterprise and distributed data throughout its entire life cycle, adapting to changes as they occur. Storactive was acquired by Atempo Inc. in March 2006.
Infraworks
Venture Round in 2003
Infraworks is an Austin-based security software company.
Snap Appliance
Venture Round in 2002
Snap Appliance, Inc. offers network-attached storage solutions. It provides application-specific storage solutions for enterprises and organizations across various industries. The company's principal product family, Snap Server, features a wide range of storage capacities and form factors; and offers cross-platform file sharing. Snap also provides support services related to its products. The company sells its products through distributors, value-added resellers, and catalog resellers. As of 07/23/2004, Snap Appliances, Inc. is a subsidiary of Adaptec, Inc.
SAN Valley Systems
Series C in 2002
SAN Valley is a privately held Silicon Valley company whose mission is to deliver high reliability, cost effective, next generation storage infrastructure solutions to enterprise and service providers worldwide. SAN Valley is developing high performance end-to-end optical edge access products to address the multi-billion dollar market opportunity for delivering value-added storage connectivity into enterprise, service provider and carrier networks.
Arkivio, Inc. is a private software company headquartered in Mountain View, California, established in 2000 by experts in the storage industry. The company specializes in enterprise storage management automation software designed to address contemporary storage and data resource management challenges. Arkivio's innovative solutions enable automated, intelligent management of data placement across diverse storage resources, ensuring optimal utilization of existing assets, whether attached to servers or part of a storage network. The company’s software also encompasses information lifecycle management services, offering functionalities for data archiving, retention, regulatory compliance, storage consolidation, and backup optimization. By facilitating proactive management of information resources, Arkivio aims to significantly reduce the cost per managed terabyte of storage for IT organizations.
Storactive
Series B in 2002
Storactive specializes in data protection technologies for personal computers and enterprise servers in Europe. The company offers comprehensive solutions, including LiveBackup and LiveBackup Express, which provide automatic data backup, end-user file recovery, and streamlined disaster recovery for distributed laptop and desktop environments. Additionally, Storactive's LiveServ solution addresses vulnerabilities in traditional backup systems by ensuring zero-loss data protection for Microsoft Exchange servers, thus enabling recovery of recent data. The company's flagship technology continuously manages and backs up enterprise and distributed data throughout its entire life cycle, adapting to changes as they occur. Storactive was acquired by Atempo Inc. in March 2006.
Avexus is a software provider specializing in solutions for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industries, particularly for highly engineered assets. The company focuses on serving sectors such as aerospace, power generation, rail, and maritime. Its flagship product, the Impresa enterprise software, is integral to the Avexus Product Solution Suite, designed to enhance lifecycle management of complex assets. By implementing its solutions, Avexus aims to improve asset availability, customer satisfaction, profitability, and reduce operational cycle times for MRO organizations.
NuVox Communications
Venture Round in 2001
NuVox Communications is a provider of broadband services that focuses on delivering voice and data network communications to businesses across the United States. The company offers a range of services including conference calling, data security and backup, internet access, voicemail, and web hosting. With a commitment to supporting business communication needs, NuVox aims to enhance operational efficiency and connectivity for its clients through reliable managed services.
Storactive
Series B in 2001
Storactive specializes in data protection technologies for personal computers and enterprise servers in Europe. The company offers comprehensive solutions, including LiveBackup and LiveBackup Express, which provide automatic data backup, end-user file recovery, and streamlined disaster recovery for distributed laptop and desktop environments. Additionally, Storactive's LiveServ solution addresses vulnerabilities in traditional backup systems by ensuring zero-loss data protection for Microsoft Exchange servers, thus enabling recovery of recent data. The company's flagship technology continuously manages and backs up enterprise and distributed data throughout its entire life cycle, adapting to changes as they occur. Storactive was acquired by Atempo Inc. in March 2006.
Adobe [acquired](http://www.crunchbase.com/acquisition/8df47bafeccc8db6c9830dc69df1e5a3) Scene7 in May 2007 and now offers Scene7 as one of its products. Scene7 – provider of the leading on-demand rich media platform – enables companies to grow revenues, enhance customer experience and cut production costs. With Scene7, businesses can improve the entire selling and marketing cycle – from attracting customers, to guiding them to the right products and services, to successfully converting them into loyal buyers. The company offers rich media solutions built on a robust, integrated technology platform – for unrivaled breadth, depth, scalability and ease of ongoing rich media use. Adobe acquired Scene7 in May 2007.
Broadband Storage
Series A in 2001
Broadband Storage
Infraworks
Series A in 2001
Infraworks is an Austin-based security software company.
Arkivio, Inc. is a private software company headquartered in Mountain View, California, established in 2000 by experts in the storage industry. The company specializes in enterprise storage management automation software designed to address contemporary storage and data resource management challenges. Arkivio's innovative solutions enable automated, intelligent management of data placement across diverse storage resources, ensuring optimal utilization of existing assets, whether attached to servers or part of a storage network. The company’s software also encompasses information lifecycle management services, offering functionalities for data archiving, retention, regulatory compliance, storage consolidation, and backup optimization. By facilitating proactive management of information resources, Arkivio aims to significantly reduce the cost per managed terabyte of storage for IT organizations.
Xencor, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Monrovia, California, specializing in the discovery and development of engineered monoclonal antibodies and other protein therapeutics aimed at treating severe and life-threatening diseases. The company leverages its proprietary XmAb technology platform to create a range of antibody product candidates for various conditions, including cancer and autoimmune diseases. Notable candidates in its portfolio include XmAb5871 and AIMab7195, both targeting autoimmune disorders, and several bispecific antibodies currently in clinical trials, such as XmAb14045 for acute myeloid leukemia and plamotamab for B-cell malignancies. Additionally, Xencor is advancing therapies for neuroendocrine tumors and gastrointestinal stromal tumors, as well as developing preclinical bispecific antibodies for various cancers. The company generates revenue through research and development collaborations and licensing agreements with major pharmaceutical firms. Founded in 1997, Xencor is committed to addressing unmet medical needs through innovative therapeutic solutions.
Comedy World
Series B in 2000
Comedy World is an entertainment network based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in the production and broadcast of live talk radio programming. The company offers original multimedia and comedy content for both the web and radio, featuring well-known entertainment personalities. By focusing on a distinctive talk radio format, Comedy World aims to engage listeners and the broader entertainment community with innovative content from nationally recognized comedians.
iMotors
Private Equity Round in 2000
iMotors provides consumers with better software tools for researching new cars, trucks, and SUVs. Its users have access to information about buying a new vehicle including reviews, reports and pricing, and connects them with local dealerships that can assist them in completing the transaction. iMotors was founded in 1999 and is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Acquired by One Planet Group in 2015.
SAN Valley Systems
Series B in 2000
SAN Valley is a privately held Silicon Valley company whose mission is to deliver high reliability, cost effective, next generation storage infrastructure solutions to enterprise and service providers worldwide. SAN Valley is developing high performance end-to-end optical edge access products to address the multi-billion dollar market opportunity for delivering value-added storage connectivity into enterprise, service provider and carrier networks.
Topica
Venture Round in 2000
Topica has been helping thousands of satisfied customers use email marketing to grow and improve their businesses - with no software required. Their pay-as-you-go online application allows you to: Grow your list of subscribers with signup forms for your website. Create a professional eye-catching HTML newsletter and send it out to a targeted audience. Deliver your emails. Our service is backed by whitelisting, feedback loops and reputation monitoring.
Accessline Communications
Venture Round in 2000
AccessLine Communications is a provider of hosted communications and managed voice services, catering primarily to small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 1983 and based in the United States, the company offers a comprehensive suite of cloud business applications that includes digital business phone services, conferencing, voicemail, fax-to-email services, and integrated messaging. Additionally, AccessLine Communications provides toll-free numbers and virtual receptionist services, enabling clients to streamline their communication processes. The company also specializes in tailored solutions for various industries, including construction, financial services, healthcare, high technology, legal, and manufacturing. AccessLine Communications aims to empower its customers and partners by allowing them to concentrate on their core business operations.
Homepage.com
Venture Round in 2000
HomePage.com, an idealab! company, is a new type of Application Service Provider (ASP) that develops and hosts proprietary Web page applications for Global 2000 companies and leading e-businesses. HomePage.com's HP/2.0 Application Series offers a suite of flexible applications geared to providing high-value customer interactions. These applications, the home page application and the ePage application, result in a customized end-user experience through its Business-to-Consumer and Business-to-Business solutions: home pages, community pages, club pages, commerce pages, portal pages, marketplace pages, sales pages and customer pages. HomePage.com provides seamless integration of the service and works closely with clients to customize an offering that will maximize lifetime customer value.
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.
EntryPoint
Venture Round in 2000
EntryPoint offers consumers a variety of easy-to-access features including personalized top news headlines, ticker and news briefs, stock quotes, sports scores, shopping, alerting, portfolio manager, weather and a resources guide with maps/directions and more.
FusionPro
Series B in 2000
FusionPro is a technology company that customizes marketing and communication documents for print and digital delivery. FusionPro provides a data publishing solution to generate mailing materials, documents, and labels for small and large enterprises. FusionPro was founded in 1992 and was headquartered in San Diego, California.
SelfCare.com
Venture Round in 2000
SelfCare.com is an e-commerce platform dedicated to health and wellness, specifically catering to women and their families. The site offers a range of products and resources designed to promote well-being and self-care, addressing the unique needs and preferences of its target audience. By focusing on this demographic, SelfCare.com aims to provide accessible solutions that support a healthier lifestyle for individuals and families alike.
PeopleFirst.com
Venture Round in 2000
Founded in 1995, PeopleFirst is the nation's largest online motor vehicle lender, originating and servicing consumer auto and motorcycle loans, primarily via the Internet. PeopleFirst is the pioneer of an innovative financing option that gives consumers the flexibility to finance their purchase of a new or used car or motorcycle at virtually any dealership in the country up to their pre-approved loan amount without having to renegotiate the terms. The company also provides financing for lease buyouts, refinances of existing loans, and the purchase of vehicles from private individuals. The company presently offers auto and motorcycle loans in 48 states plus the District of Columbia. To obtain more information about PeopleFirst, visit the company's Web site at http://www.peoplefirst.com . Capital One cautions that its current expectations for its earnings are forward-looking statements and actual results could differ materially due to a number of factors, including competition in the credit card, installment loan, and auto finance industries and general economic conditions affecting consumer income and spending, which may affect consumer borrowing, bankruptcies, delinquencies, and charge-offs. A discussion of these and other factors can be found in Capital One's annual and other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, Capital One's report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2001.
E-centives
Series C in 2000
E-centives is a provider of online direct marketing solutions based in Bethesda, Maryland. The company specializes in offering internet coupons and digital promotions for various companies and brands. E-centives aims to facilitate more profitable relationships between merchants and consumers by leveraging digital coupon strategies. Through its services, the firm helps businesses attract and retain customers by providing effective promotional tools that enhance consumer engagement and drive sales.
TriVergent Communications
Private Equity Round in 2000
TriVergent, headquartered in Greenville, SC, is a rapidly growing Integrated Communications Provider. They're uniquely positioned in the marketplace through their bundled offering of integrated DSL high-speed Internet access, Web site design and hosting services, as well as local and long distance telephone services. As a fully integrated service provider of end-to-end technologies, TriVergent delivers an extensive set of data networking solutions and comprehensive voice CPE to complement their core DSL offering. Founded as State Communications in 1997 and named "One of the 50 Companies to Watch in 2000" by digitalsouth magazine for two consecutive years, TriVergent is led by former top executives from Corporate Telemanagement Group and LCI International (now Qwest Communications) and Tel Man/Southern Net (now MCI WorldCom). TriVergent's management team possesses the necessary experience and leadership to successfully guide TriVergent into the 21st century. TriVergent's primary focus is the deployment of an eighteen-switch, ATM-backbone, high-speed data network that will cover 26 Southeastern metropolitan markets.
Homespace
Series B in 1999
An online provider of mortgage, real estate and home services.
Homepage.com
Series A in 1999
HomePage.com, an idealab! company, is a new type of Application Service Provider (ASP) that develops and hosts proprietary Web page applications for Global 2000 companies and leading e-businesses. HomePage.com's HP/2.0 Application Series offers a suite of flexible applications geared to providing high-value customer interactions. These applications, the home page application and the ePage application, result in a customized end-user experience through its Business-to-Consumer and Business-to-Business solutions: home pages, community pages, club pages, commerce pages, portal pages, marketplace pages, sales pages and customer pages. HomePage.com provides seamless integration of the service and works closely with clients to customize an offering that will maximize lifetime customer value.
Cooking.com
Series C in 1999
Cooking.com is an online retailer specializing in a vast array of kitchen products, offering over 90,000 items that include bakeware, cookware, cutlery, and kitchen appliances, alongside cookbooks and home products. The company emphasizes customer satisfaction with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Founded by a team with a background at The Walt Disney Corporation, Cooking.com also features a robust online community that connects cooks and food enthusiasts, providing access to a wide collection of recipes. Additionally, the company operates online stores for prominent brands such as Starbucks, Betty Crocker, and Pillsbury, further expanding its reach in the culinary market.
Utility Associates
Series A in 1999
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.
Cooking.com
Series B in 1999
Cooking.com is an online retailer specializing in a vast array of kitchen products, offering over 90,000 items that include bakeware, cookware, cutlery, and kitchen appliances, alongside cookbooks and home products. The company emphasizes customer satisfaction with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Founded by a team with a background at The Walt Disney Corporation, Cooking.com also features a robust online community that connects cooks and food enthusiasts, providing access to a wide collection of recipes. Additionally, the company operates online stores for prominent brands such as Starbucks, Betty Crocker, and Pillsbury, further expanding its reach in the culinary market.
The Medicines Company
Venture Round in 1999
The Medicines Company is a pharmaceutical firm dedicated to improving the treatment of critical care patients by offering innovative and cost-effective medicines to hospitals worldwide. The company's primary product, Angiomax, is an anticoagulant used in conjunction with aspirin for patients undergoing coronary angioplasty. Additionally, The Medicines Company markets Cleviprex, an injectable emulsion for managing blood pressure when oral medications are not suitable. In its development pipeline, the company has two late-stage products: cangrelor, an investigational antiplatelet agent, and oritavancin, a semi-synthetic lipoglycopeptide antibiotic. Furthermore, The Medicines Company is exploring a serine protease inhibitor, CU2010, which is currently in early-stage development.
NextCard
Venture Round in 1998
NextCard is bringing the power of the Internet to the credit world with the first true Internet Visa credit card.