New Enterprise Associates

New Enterprise Associates, Inc. is a global venture capital and private equity firm based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 1977. The firm specializes in investments across various stages of company development, from seed and startup to later-stage growth and public investments. With over $19 billion in cumulative committed capital, NEA focuses on technology and healthcare sectors, particularly in areas such as consumer internet, financial technology, software, healthcare services, life sciences, and energy technology. The firm also invests in semiconductor companies and alternative energy initiatives in India. NEA has a proven track record, with more than 210 portfolio company IPOs and over 360 acquisitions. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a global perspective, targeting opportunities in North America, Asia, and South America, and typically involves investments ranging from $0.05 million to $20 million.

Michael Albert

Associate

Kate Barrett

Partner, Communications

Peter Barris

Chairman

Forest Baskett

General Partner

Ali Behbahani

General Partner

Ron Bernal

Venture Partner

Ann Bordetsky

Partner

Zak Burns

Associate

James Buxton

Principal

Carmen Chang

Partner and Head of Asia

Philip Chopin

Managing Director, NEA UK

Brandon Christie

Principal

Pamela Clark

General Partner

Vanessa Deng

Associate

Chris Doppman

Managing Director, LP Relations

Tony Florence

General Partner

Qiang Fu

Vice President

Robert Garland

Venture Partner

Jonathan Golden

Partner

Jay Graf

Venture Partner

Arjun Jain

Senior Associate

Ronald Kase

General Partner

Patrick Kerins

General Partner

Nick Kline

Partner, LP Relations

David Kramlich

Associate

Liza Landsman

General Partner

Danielle Lay

Principal

Tiffany Le

Senior Associate

Michael Li

Investor

Tiffany Luck

Partner

Mohamad Makhzoumi

General Partner

Ed Mathers

Partner and Board Member

Matthew McAviney

Partner

Robert J. McGovern

Venture Partner

Kemi Odusan

Investor

Jess Ou

Principal

Greg Papadopoulos

Venture Partner

Luke Pappas

Partner

Michele Park

Partner

Arno Penzias

Venture Partner

Justine Potemkin

Investor

Scott Sandell

Managing General Partner

Tim Schaller

CFO

Andrew Schoen

Partner

Brooke Seawell

Venture Partner - Menlo Park

Alex Sharata

Associate

Peter Sonsini

General Partner

Brad Thawley

Partner, Limited Partner Relations

Blake Wu

Partner

Lulu Xu

Principal

Edison Zhang

Associate

J.C. Lopez MD

Principal on NEA's Healthcare Team

Past deals in Navigation and Mapping

Nodar

Series A in 2022
Nodar, Inc. specializes in manufacturing advanced sensors for various transportation modes, including cars, trucks, drones, ships, trains, and aircraft. The company offers innovative LiDAR technology and a 3D stereo vision system called Nodar Longbow, which is designed to enhance the capabilities of autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2018 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Nodar aims to provide a cost-effective and high-performance solution for the automotive, marine, and railway industries. Their products, including the Hammerhead system, utilize off-the-shelf cameras to deliver precise depth sensing, targeting applications for level 3 and level 4 autonomous vehicles. This technology supports functions such as collision warning, path planning, and automatic emergency braking, contributing to improved safety and performance in the automotive sector.

NextNav

Series E in 2020
NextNav, LLC specializes in urban and indoor positioning technology solutions in the United States. Founded in 2007 and based in Tyson's Corner, Virginia, the company develops a positioning system that enables mobile devices to accurately determine their location in environments where GPS signals are unavailable, providing location and height information with floor-level precision. This technology is integrated into GPS chipsets, mobile phones, and other wireless devices, serving various applications, including E911, public safety, and emergency response. Additionally, NextNav offers a product called Pinnacle, which provides precise altitude data for enhanced geolocation experiences in 3D applications. The company also has locations in Sunnyvale, California, and Bengaluru, India, and aims to deliver carrier-grade reliability for indoor positioning services in urban areas.

Swift Navigation

Series B in 2017
Swift Navigation, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing precise and affordable global positioning system (GPS) technology. The company is known for its low-cost, high-accuracy real-time kinematics (RTK) receivers, which provide centimeter-level positioning. Its product offerings include the Piksi Multi GNSS Module and the ruggedized Duro Receiver, designed for various applications such as agriculture, robotics, maritime, and industrial use. Additionally, Swift Navigation provides the Skylark cloud corrections service and the Starling GNSS positioning engine, targeting markets like autonomous vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles. The company has established a reputation for innovation, delivering positioning solutions that significantly outperform traditional GPS accuracy. Swift Navigation's technology supports a wide range of industries, promoting advancements in automation and precision across diverse sectors.

Swift Navigation

Series A in 2015
Swift Navigation, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing precise and affordable global positioning system (GPS) technology. The company is known for its low-cost, high-accuracy real-time kinematics (RTK) receivers, which provide centimeter-level positioning. Its product offerings include the Piksi Multi GNSS Module and the ruggedized Duro Receiver, designed for various applications such as agriculture, robotics, maritime, and industrial use. Additionally, Swift Navigation provides the Skylark cloud corrections service and the Starling GNSS positioning engine, targeting markets like autonomous vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles. The company has established a reputation for innovation, delivering positioning solutions that significantly outperform traditional GPS accuracy. Swift Navigation's technology supports a wide range of industries, promoting advancements in automation and precision across diverse sectors.

NextNav

Series D in 2014
NextNav, LLC specializes in urban and indoor positioning technology solutions in the United States. Founded in 2007 and based in Tyson's Corner, Virginia, the company develops a positioning system that enables mobile devices to accurately determine their location in environments where GPS signals are unavailable, providing location and height information with floor-level precision. This technology is integrated into GPS chipsets, mobile phones, and other wireless devices, serving various applications, including E911, public safety, and emergency response. Additionally, NextNav offers a product called Pinnacle, which provides precise altitude data for enhanced geolocation experiences in 3D applications. The company also has locations in Sunnyvale, California, and Bengaluru, India, and aims to deliver carrier-grade reliability for indoor positioning services in urban areas.

Recce

Series A in 2012
Recce collects all the myriad sources of location and geodata into a rich, interactive map.

Loopt

Series B in 2007
Loopt is a social service platform that connects individuals to their local communities through its mobile application and website. The service provides users with valuable information about their surroundings, helping them discover places, find friends, and access local deals. With over five million registered users in the United States, Loopt emphasizes user privacy by offering a range of controls. The application is compatible with various devices, including iPhone, iPod Touch, and Android. Based in Mountain View, California, Loopt aims to enhance the social experience by leveraging local intelligence.

Jentro Technologies

Series A in 2007
Jentro Technologies GmbH, founded in 2003 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing GPS-based mobile navigation solutions to mobile communication companies across Europe and internationally. The company offers a comprehensive Mobility Solutions Platform that includes global maps, GPS connectivity, and user management APIs. Their products feature the Activepilot online navigation solution, which encompasses hardware design, client software, and backend services, along with Bluetooth and cable GPS receivers. Jentro's Navigation Suite provides turn-by-turn navigation, integrated traffic updates, and local search applications, while additional offerings include community features, travel information, and emergency services. The company also provides value-added services such as support, billing management, and marketing assistance. Jentro Technologies has established strategic partnerships with key industry players, enhancing its service capabilities and market reach.

Loopt

Series A in 2005
Loopt is a social service platform that connects individuals to their local communities through its mobile application and website. The service provides users with valuable information about their surroundings, helping them discover places, find friends, and access local deals. With over five million registered users in the United States, Loopt emphasizes user privacy by offering a range of controls. The application is compatible with various devices, including iPhone, iPod Touch, and Android. Based in Mountain View, California, Loopt aims to enhance the social experience by leveraging local intelligence.

Tele Atlas

Series A in 2004
Official Twitter account for Tele Atlas, leading provider of digital maps and dynamic content for navigation and location based solutions.
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