Noventi is a technology investment and business development advisory firm founded in 2002 and based in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Milan, Italy, and Greater London, United Kingdom. The firm focuses on emerging growth and early-stage investments, primarily in sectors such as cleantech and advanced technology. Noventi seeks opportunities at the intersection of technology, energy, and the environment, aiming for minority equity stakes of 15% to 35% in its portfolio companies. The team includes professionals with backgrounds from Logitech and experience in venture capital from firms like Intel Capital. Noventi has a history of investing in various technology domains, including wireless applications, consumer electronics, enterprise software, and clean technology.
Neato Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of robotic vacuum cleaners, specializing in automated floor cleaning solutions. Founded in 2004 and based in Newark, California, the company gained recognition with the launch of its first product in 2010, a robotic vacuum featuring intelligent navigation. Neato offers its Botvac Connected series, which includes Wi-Fi enabled devices that allow users to control cleaning remotely via the Neato application. In addition to its vacuum cleaners, the company provides various accessories, including boundary markers, brushes, filters, and battery packs. Neato Robotics sells its products through both online and brick-and-mortar retailers, reaching customers in the United States and internationally. In September 2017, Neato Robotics was acquired by Vorwerk & Co. KG, further enhancing its market presence.
Velomat
Venture Round in 2012
Velomat is a designer and manufacturer of automated assembly line machinery based in Spoltore, Italy. The company specializes in creating turnkey solutions for the assembly of micro, small, and medium-sized objects, serving various sectors including cosmetics, medical, electronics, and automotive. Its machinery is particularly suited for applications involving micropumps, dispensers, closures, electrical components, connectors, and pharmaceutical components. By focusing on the automation of assembly processes, Velomat aims to enhance efficiency and precision in manufacturing for its diverse clientele.
Lumenergi
Series B in 2012
Lumenergi is a provider of network-controlled lighting energy management solutions designed for commercial customers. The company enables clients to transform their lighting systems into responsive networks that can achieve up to 70% energy savings while allowing for customized control over visual environments. Lumenergi's offerings are flexible, capable of integrating with both existing and new lighting infrastructures, and can be easily scaled from individual rooms to entire buildings. The company's intuitive management system simplifies maintenance and enhances workspace customization, helping customers comply with building codes while maximizing energy savings through efficiency strategies and public utility incentives. With a track record of millions of installed square footage, Lumenergi has established itself as a leader in lighting technology innovation.
Aurora Biofuels
Series C in 2010
Aurora Biofuels is now Aurora Algae. Please update your settings to follow Aurora Algae. Aurora Algae is a producer of high-performance, premium algae-based products for the pharmaceutical, nutrition, aquaculture and fuels markets. The company has developed the industry’s first commercial-scale photosynthetic platform for sustainable, algae-based product development. Aurora Algae’s proprietary algae strains and production process uses arid land, seawater and captured carbon pollution from industrial emitters resulting in more capitally efficient and more environmentally sustainable algae farming. Aurora Algae enables its customers and partners to improve the diversity and sustainability of their product portfolios, while addressing consumer demand for natural products.
Windspire Energy (fka Mariah Power)
Series B in 2008
Founded in 2005 in Reno, Nevada, Windspire Energy (formerly Mariah Power) was established to develop innovative and proprietary new technology that introduces a new standard for style and function to the small wind industry. Founded on the passion and commitment of two inventors, Chris Gabrys and Tim Rodgers, and Mike Hess, a successful entrepreneur and former CEO, Windspire Energy set to work on a new kind of wind turbine. Today, the company is continuing to evolve its product line, focusing on low-cost energy alternative solutions that are smart, noise-free and renewable. The company's first wind power appliance, Windspire® wind turbine, was launched on June 2, 2008. Mariah Power currently has 17 employees and is growing rapidly.
Aurora Biofuels
Series B in 2008
Aurora Biofuels is now Aurora Algae. Please update your settings to follow Aurora Algae. Aurora Algae is a producer of high-performance, premium algae-based products for the pharmaceutical, nutrition, aquaculture and fuels markets. The company has developed the industry’s first commercial-scale photosynthetic platform for sustainable, algae-based product development. Aurora Algae’s proprietary algae strains and production process uses arid land, seawater and captured carbon pollution from industrial emitters resulting in more capitally efficient and more environmentally sustainable algae farming. Aurora Algae enables its customers and partners to improve the diversity and sustainability of their product portfolios, while addressing consumer demand for natural products.
Windspire Energy (fka Mariah Power)
Series A in 2008
Founded in 2005 in Reno, Nevada, Windspire Energy (formerly Mariah Power) was established to develop innovative and proprietary new technology that introduces a new standard for style and function to the small wind industry. Founded on the passion and commitment of two inventors, Chris Gabrys and Tim Rodgers, and Mike Hess, a successful entrepreneur and former CEO, Windspire Energy set to work on a new kind of wind turbine. Today, the company is continuing to evolve its product line, focusing on low-cost energy alternative solutions that are smart, noise-free and renewable. The company's first wind power appliance, Windspire® wind turbine, was launched on June 2, 2008. Mariah Power currently has 17 employees and is growing rapidly.
Ecrio
Series C in 2007
Ecrio, Inc. specializes in providing 4G LTE real-time communications client software and services for the mobile industry. The company's flagship offering, the Ecrio Mobile Communications Client Suite (MCCS), facilitates the deployment of core 4G/LTE services, encompassing voice, video, SMS, and rich communication services (RCS) like video telephony and content sharing. The MCCS includes a variety of products such as the SIP/IMS Framework and Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Framework, which support the development of LTE and IMS-based applications while ensuring interoperability with network infrastructures. Ecrio also offers a Device-Platform SDK for operators and device manufacturers to optimize installations, along with an Application Development SDK for creating communication-rich applications. The company serves a global clientele, including handset manufacturers, mobile service operators, and infrastructure providers, enabling them to enhance customer experiences and streamline the integration of complex communication capabilities. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Ecrio is committed to driving digital transformation in the mobile sector.
HelioVolt
Series B in 2007
HelioVolt's FASST process eliminates the expense of slicing photovoltaic circuits and assembling individual solar cells into modules. Its line of integrated platform circuits can be adapted to a range of sizes and shapes and applied to almost any construction material including glass, steel, metal, composites and some polymers. Resultant solar cells are thinner, easier and cheaper to manufacture than silicon panels.
Active Optical MEMS
Series B in 2007
Active Optical MEMs, Inc. is a pioneer in the development of MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems) processes and technology. AOM manufactures and markets MEMS-based active components and subsystems to enhance the performance and wavelength management capabilities of optical networks. The company produces a range of MEMS actuators - including electrostatic and electromagnetic, uniaxial and biaxial, and unidirectional and multidirectional actuators, sensors and MEMS-fiber-waveguide structures - for multiple products in several industries.
Neato Robotics
Series A in 2007
Neato Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of robotic vacuum cleaners, specializing in automated floor cleaning solutions. Founded in 2004 and based in Newark, California, the company gained recognition with the launch of its first product in 2010, a robotic vacuum featuring intelligent navigation. Neato offers its Botvac Connected series, which includes Wi-Fi enabled devices that allow users to control cleaning remotely via the Neato application. In addition to its vacuum cleaners, the company provides various accessories, including boundary markers, brushes, filters, and battery packs. Neato Robotics sells its products through both online and brick-and-mortar retailers, reaching customers in the United States and internationally. In September 2017, Neato Robotics was acquired by Vorwerk & Co. KG, further enhancing its market presence.
Aurora Biofuels
Series A in 2007
Aurora Biofuels is now Aurora Algae. Please update your settings to follow Aurora Algae. Aurora Algae is a producer of high-performance, premium algae-based products for the pharmaceutical, nutrition, aquaculture and fuels markets. The company has developed the industry’s first commercial-scale photosynthetic platform for sustainable, algae-based product development. Aurora Algae’s proprietary algae strains and production process uses arid land, seawater and captured carbon pollution from industrial emitters resulting in more capitally efficient and more environmentally sustainable algae farming. Aurora Algae enables its customers and partners to improve the diversity and sustainability of their product portfolios, while addressing consumer demand for natural products.
Ecrio
Series B in 2005
Ecrio, Inc. specializes in providing 4G LTE real-time communications client software and services for the mobile industry. The company's flagship offering, the Ecrio Mobile Communications Client Suite (MCCS), facilitates the deployment of core 4G/LTE services, encompassing voice, video, SMS, and rich communication services (RCS) like video telephony and content sharing. The MCCS includes a variety of products such as the SIP/IMS Framework and Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Framework, which support the development of LTE and IMS-based applications while ensuring interoperability with network infrastructures. Ecrio also offers a Device-Platform SDK for operators and device manufacturers to optimize installations, along with an Application Development SDK for creating communication-rich applications. The company serves a global clientele, including handset manufacturers, mobile service operators, and infrastructure providers, enabling them to enhance customer experiences and streamline the integration of complex communication capabilities. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, Ecrio is committed to driving digital transformation in the mobile sector.
Kasenna
Series D in 2004
Kasenna is a company that specializes in IPTV solutions, enabling broadband service providers to deliver multi-play offerings, including video-on-demand (VOD) content, to consumers. The company develops video delivery software designed for triple-play services on broadband networks, emphasizing open standards and robust management infrastructure. This allows service providers, enterprises, and other organizations to build and maintain commercial-grade IP video networks effectively. By focusing on innovative technology, Kasenna supports the evolving needs of the telecommunications industry.
Bitfone Corporation
Series C in 2004
Bitfone offers mProve software, a software solution that helps wireless service providers do over-the-air mobile repairs and upgrades.
Bitfone Corporation
Venture Round in 2003
Bitfone offers mProve software, a software solution that helps wireless service providers do over-the-air mobile repairs and upgrades.
Minerva Networks
Venture Round in 2003
Minerva Networks is a provider of carrier-grade IPTV service management software, specializing in video networking and management solutions. The company offers an open platform that enables telecommunications, cable, satellite operators, internet service providers, and broadcasters to deliver a comprehensive array of video services over broadband Internet Protocol (IP) networks. Their platform supports features such as live television, video-on-demand, and electronic program guides, along with blended internet and television capabilities. Additionally, Minerva Networks provides a suite of professional services to assist in the deployment of end-to-end video networking solutions, ensuring that subscribers can access an enhanced entertainment experience on any device and across various networks at any time.
Sygate Technologies
Series D in 2002
Sygate is the market leader of endpoint security solutions for the large enterprise. Using the award-winning Sygate Secure Enterprise, organizations protect their networks, enforce business policies, and automate security best practices to regain control of network security, ensure compliance across the enterprise and reduce cost. Partnerships with industry leaders, including Aventail, Cisco, iPass, Nortel, Netscreen and RSA, enable seamless protection across multiple platforms and applications. Sygate Technologies also makes award winning consumer and small business security and Internet access solutions that offer the user a range of features from basic to advanced.
Bitfone Corporation
Series B in 2002
Bitfone offers mProve software, a software solution that helps wireless service providers do over-the-air mobile repairs and upgrades.
Kasenna
Series B in 2002
Kasenna is a company that specializes in IPTV solutions, enabling broadband service providers to deliver multi-play offerings, including video-on-demand (VOD) content, to consumers. The company develops video delivery software designed for triple-play services on broadband networks, emphasizing open standards and robust management infrastructure. This allows service providers, enterprises, and other organizations to build and maintain commercial-grade IP video networks effectively. By focusing on innovative technology, Kasenna supports the evolving needs of the telecommunications industry.
Teltier Technolgies
Series A in 2001
Teltier Technolgies is a telecommunications company developing a mobile network infrastructure platform for 2.5G and 3G network operators.
Celltick
Series A in 2000
Celltick is a prominent provider of Public Warning Systems (PWS) and Mass Notification Systems, recognized as the largest Cell Broadcast Center (CBC) globally. The company serves over 70 mobile operators, facilitating the delivery of alerts to more than 1 billion users daily across various platforms. Celltick's systems utilize a diverse array of alert delivery channels, including location-based SMS, dedicated applications, desktop notifications, email, and interactive voice response (IVR). By offering a comprehensive control and management system, Celltick enables governments and mobile operators to effectively communicate with subscribers for both emergency and commercial purposes, ensuring timely and efficient dissemination of critical information.
ETEXX
Series A in 2000
ETEXX is a Business-to-Business e-commerce platform focused on the global textile industry. The company assists professionals in the implementation and deployment of effective e-business strategies, facilitating seamless transactions and interactions within the sector. By providing tailored solutions, ETEXX aims to enhance operational efficiency and support the growth of businesses in the textile market.
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