New Enterprise Associates

New Enterprise Associates is a venture capital firm founded in 1977 and based in Menlo Park, California, with offices in the United States, India and China. It makes investments across technology and healthcare startups at multiple stages, from seed to growth, including software, cloud, data, internet services, fintech, AI, e-commerce, and enterprise technology, as well as healthcare information technology, life sciences, medical devices, and biopharma. It also considers energy technology and infrastructure opportunities, such as solar, batteries and smart grids. The firm pursues a global approach, with activity in the United States, Asia and other regions, and supports companies through rounds of financing ranging from small to sizable investments as they scale. NEA focuses on building portfolios in software, IT services, consumer technology, and healthcare technology, backing ambitious entrepreneurs across sectors and geographies.

Michael Albert

Associate

Kate Barrett

Partner, Communications

James Buxton MD

Principal

Pamela Clark

General Partner

Vanessa Deng

Associate

Chris Doppman

Managing Director, LP Relations

Jay Graf

Venture Partner

Arjun Jain

Senior Associate

Nick Kline

Partner, LP Relations

Mohamad Makhzoumi

General Partner, Global Head of Healthcare Services

Jake Nunn

Partner

Greg Papadopoulos

Venture Partner

Tim Schaller

CFO

George Stamas

Venture Partner

Brad Thawley

Partner, Limited Partner Relations

Lulu Xu

Principal

Edison Zhang

Associate

Arno Penzias Ph.D

Venture Partner

Past deals in Streaming

DeltaStream

Series A in 2024
DeltaStream offers a unified self-service platform for stream processing powered by Apache Flink. It enables real-time analytics, efficient scaling, and robust data governance, allowing organizations to harness the power of their streaming data effectively.

DeltaStream

Seed Round in 2022
DeltaStream offers a unified self-service platform for stream processing powered by Apache Flink. It enables real-time analytics, efficient scaling, and robust data governance, allowing organizations to harness the power of their streaming data effectively.

Luminary Media

Venture Round in 2019
Luminary Media, LLC is an audio entertainment subscription service that specializes in podcasting. Founded in 2018, the company is dedicated to creating a curated platform where listeners can search for and enjoy a diverse range of podcasts and original shows from various creators, including podcasters and entertainers, all without advertisements. With a mission to inform, educate, and entertain, Luminary Media aims to foster a vibrant podcast ecosystem that connects listeners with creators through an elegantly designed interface and innovative features. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

StreamSets

Series C in 2018
StreamSets, Inc. is a developer of a cloud-based DataOps platform that facilitates modern data integration for enterprises, enabling the continuous flow of big, streaming, and traditional data into data science and analytics applications. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers solutions such as StreamSets Control Hub for designing and monitoring data pipelines, StreamSets Data Collector as an open-source execution engine for managing both streaming and batch data, and StreamSets Transformer for building data transformations across various sources. The platform supports diverse use cases, including integration for data lakes and warehouses, cloud data storage adoption, and the powering of real-time applications. StreamSets serves enterprise clients both in the United States and internationally, with additional offices in locations including Sunnyvale, Austin, London, Barcelona, Bengaluru, and Sydney.

Luminary Media

Venture Round in 2018
Luminary Media, LLC is an audio entertainment subscription service that specializes in podcasting. Founded in 2018, the company is dedicated to creating a curated platform where listeners can search for and enjoy a diverse range of podcasts and original shows from various creators, including podcasters and entertainers, all without advertisements. With a mission to inform, educate, and entertain, Luminary Media aims to foster a vibrant podcast ecosystem that connects listeners with creators through an elegantly designed interface and innovative features. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Vizbee

Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 2014, Vizbee is a technology company based in New York. It specializes in unifying mobile and streaming devices into one seamless app, transforming existing mobile marketing channels into direct response paths for TV viewers.

StreamSets

Series B in 2017
StreamSets, Inc. is a developer of a cloud-based DataOps platform that facilitates modern data integration for enterprises, enabling the continuous flow of big, streaming, and traditional data into data science and analytics applications. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers solutions such as StreamSets Control Hub for designing and monitoring data pipelines, StreamSets Data Collector as an open-source execution engine for managing both streaming and batch data, and StreamSets Transformer for building data transformations across various sources. The platform supports diverse use cases, including integration for data lakes and warehouses, cloud data storage adoption, and the powering of real-time applications. StreamSets serves enterprise clients both in the United States and internationally, with additional offices in locations including Sunnyvale, Austin, London, Barcelona, Bengaluru, and Sydney.

Some Spider Studios

Venture Round in 2017
Some Spider Inc. is a media and entertainment company focused on creating iconic, identity-based brands across various platforms. It specializes in developing multimedia channels on social media, streaming services, and audio platforms. By producing original content that resonates with audiences, the company aims to enhance brand presence and foster deeper engagement. Through its innovative approach, Some Spider Inc. seeks to connect people with compelling narratives and experiences, establishing a strong foothold in the digital landscape.

Traction

Series A in 2016
Traction Labs Inc. is a content distribution technology company headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Los Angeles and New York. Founded in 2013, it specializes in live streaming video and operates a digital marketing platform that connects brands and publishers with engaged audiences. The company's proprietary technology enables the distribution of various types of content, including live video, 360° video, and sponsored content, while facilitating real-time performance adjustments. Traction Labs focuses on maximizing the effectiveness of live stream campaigns through authentic audience engagement and global distribution across influential social creators and relevant publishers. Its clientele includes prominent Fortune 100 companies such as Dove, Yahoo!, and Campbell's. The company is recognized for its innovative approach, having been a finalist at TechCrunch Disrupt and attracting investment from leading venture firms.

Cape

Venture Round in 2015
Cape Productions, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in aerial video capture using drone and cloud technology. Established in 2014 and headquartered in the United States, the company offers a unique platform called Cape Aerial Telepresenceā„¢, which allows users to remotely control drones in real-time from any location. This innovative approach streamlines the operation of commercial drones by eliminating the need for on-site technical expertise, making it easier and more cost-effective for various agencies and businesses to utilize drone technology. By focusing on applications such as skiing and snowboarding, Cape enhances the accessibility and safety of aerial videography, catering to a wide range of users seeking to capture high-quality footage without the traditional complexities of drone operation.

StreamSets

Series A in 2015
StreamSets, Inc. is a developer of a cloud-based DataOps platform that facilitates modern data integration for enterprises, enabling the continuous flow of big, streaming, and traditional data into data science and analytics applications. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers solutions such as StreamSets Control Hub for designing and monitoring data pipelines, StreamSets Data Collector as an open-source execution engine for managing both streaming and batch data, and StreamSets Transformer for building data transformations across various sources. The platform supports diverse use cases, including integration for data lakes and warehouses, cloud data storage adoption, and the powering of real-time applications. StreamSets serves enterprise clients both in the United States and internationally, with additional offices in locations including Sunnyvale, Austin, London, Barcelona, Bengaluru, and Sydney.

Philo

Series A in 2013
Philo is a streaming service that focuses on providing an entertainment-centric experience, offering a wide range of channels, networks, and shows for general media consumption. Inspired by Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor of electronic television, the company began by targeting the college market and has since evolved into a comprehensive platform for next-generation TV viewing. Headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Cambridge, Massachusetts, Philo allows users to access live streaming of cable channels and major broadcasts. Its features include the ability to pause live channels, enabling viewers to enjoy prime-time television, live news, sports, and entertainment on various devices, including smartphones and computers.

Stitcher

Series C in 2011
Stitcher, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2007, that specializes in the development of a mobile application designed for news and entertainment. The Stitcher app allows users to discover a diverse array of radio shows, live radio stations, and podcasts, enabling them to stream content across various devices, including iPhones, iPads, iPods, Android devices, and desktops. The application features a broad network of original content covering numerous topics and offers a premium subscription service. This platform empowers listeners to easily discover, listen to, distribute, and create podcasts, enhancing their audio entertainment experience. As of 2016, Stitcher operates as a subsidiary of Midroll Media, LLC.

Philo

Venture Round in 2011
Philo is a streaming service that focuses on providing an entertainment-centric experience, offering a wide range of channels, networks, and shows for general media consumption. Inspired by Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor of electronic television, the company began by targeting the college market and has since evolved into a comprehensive platform for next-generation TV viewing. Headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Cambridge, Massachusetts, Philo allows users to access live streaming of cable channels and major broadcasts. Its features include the ability to pause live channels, enabling viewers to enjoy prime-time television, live news, sports, and entertainment on various devices, including smartphones and computers.

Thumbplay

Series F in 2009
Thumbplay Ringtones, LLC, founded in 2004 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in mobile entertainment in the United States. The company offers a variety of products, including ringtones, wallpapers, games, and text-based services for mobile phones. Through its platform, Thumbplay.com, it provides licensed music, video, and games from major entertainment companies such as EMI, Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group. In 2010, Thumbplay launched a cloud-based music service that allows users unlimited access to over 8 million songs from major record labels and independent artists. The service is accessible via mobile apps on BlackBerry and Android devices, as well as PCs and Macs, with plans to expand to iPhone users.

MusicNow

Venture Round in 2003
MusicNow is an online digital music collection founded by Chris Gladwin in 1999 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The platform allows users to browse, discover, and download tracks through a subscription-based service, providing a personalized music library experience. In November 2005, MusicNow was acquired by AOL and subsequently rebranded as AOLMusicNow. The company focuses on offering customized music options, enabling customers to enjoy a tailored selection of music that suits their preferences.

MusicNow

Series C in 2002
MusicNow is an online digital music collection founded by Chris Gladwin in 1999 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The platform allows users to browse, discover, and download tracks through a subscription-based service, providing a personalized music library experience. In November 2005, MusicNow was acquired by AOL and subsequently rebranded as AOLMusicNow. The company focuses on offering customized music options, enabling customers to enjoy a tailored selection of music that suits their preferences.

MusicNow

Venture Round in 2001
MusicNow is an online digital music collection founded by Chris Gladwin in 1999 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The platform allows users to browse, discover, and download tracks through a subscription-based service, providing a personalized music library experience. In November 2005, MusicNow was acquired by AOL and subsequently rebranded as AOLMusicNow. The company focuses on offering customized music options, enabling customers to enjoy a tailored selection of music that suits their preferences.

MusicNow

Series B in 2000
MusicNow is an online digital music collection founded by Chris Gladwin in 1999 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The platform allows users to browse, discover, and download tracks through a subscription-based service, providing a personalized music library experience. In November 2005, MusicNow was acquired by AOL and subsequently rebranded as AOLMusicNow. The company focuses on offering customized music options, enabling customers to enjoy a tailored selection of music that suits their preferences.

MusicNow

Series A in 1999
MusicNow is an online digital music collection founded by Chris Gladwin in 1999 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The platform allows users to browse, discover, and download tracks through a subscription-based service, providing a personalized music library experience. In November 2005, MusicNow was acquired by AOL and subsequently rebranded as AOLMusicNow. The company focuses on offering customized music options, enabling customers to enjoy a tailored selection of music that suits their preferences.
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