ShopSe
Venture Round in 2021
ShopSe is a Mumbai-based fintech company founded in 2020 by Jain, Abhishek Nimonkar, and Yagnesh Desai. The company specializes in providing a platform for pay later and instant equated monthly installment (EMI) services, aimed at making consumer financing more accessible and transparent. ShopSe's application allows consumers to access no-cost EMI or pay-later options at the point of purchase. By digitally assessing real-time credit eligibility, the platform facilitates instant digital credit services for consumers, thereby enabling businesses to enhance their sales through the provision of EMI facilities.
Surkus
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Surkus, Inc. is a mobile application and online platform focused on experiential marketing, facilitating connections between businesses and consumers through curated experiences. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in West Hollywood, California, with additional offices in Abu Dhabi and Hong Kong, Surkus aims to engage a targeted group of tastemakers for various client events, including nightlife, comedy shows, product launches, and brand activations. The platform allows members to discover new experiences tailored to their interests while providing businesses with insights on engagement and communication throughout the campaign. Additionally, Surkus serves as a product discovery app, enabling direct-to-consumer businesses to gather feedback and generate content by offering free or discounted products to consumers.
TrapX Security
Series C in 2019
TrapX Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in deception technology designed to detect, analyze, and neutralize advanced cyber threats, including ransomware and zero-day attacks. Its primary product, DeceptionGrid, creates an automated security grid that provides real-time insights into malicious activities that traditional defenses often miss. Additionally, TrapX offers TrapX Flex, a Deception-as-a-Service solution tailored to protect corporate assets in an era of increasing remote work and device usage. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and government, providing critical security solutions to both global enterprises and public sector organizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, TrapX Security aims to enhance the cybersecurity landscape by delivering proactive defenses against sophisticated cybercriminals and insider threats.
Workboard
Series B in 2019
WorkBoard Inc. is an enterprise software company that specializes in providing an objectives and key results (OKR) platform designed to enhance organizational alignment and accountability. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, WorkBoard offers a comprehensive Enterprise Results Platform that facilitates the localization of company objectives to individual teams, allowing for effective alignment on outcomes and measurement of results. The platform enables organizations to coordinate actions, manage meetings, and ensure execution aligns with strategic priorities. By transforming traditional approaches to strategy alignment into a dynamic, data-driven practice, WorkBoard enhances transparency and fosters a results-oriented culture. Its solution supports teams in making goal achievement a habitual process, empowering them to execute rapidly and efficiently as organizations scale.
Sisense Inc. is a software company that specializes in business intelligence and data analytics solutions. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in London and Sydney, Sisense develops a platform that allows users, particularly those without technical expertise, to manage, analyze, and visualize complex datasets. The company's flagship product enables the integration of data from multiple sources, facilitating the creation of interactive dashboards and comprehensive business reports. Sisense employs advanced algorithms, including artificial intelligence, to enhance data processing and deliver actionable insights. Its clientele ranges from startups to large enterprises across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Additionally, Sisense offers technical support and professional services, underscoring its commitment to empowering organizations in their data-driven decision-making processes.
Cloud4Wi is a provider of location-based customer insights solutions that helps businesses and organizations collect, analyze, and act on customer data effectively. By leveraging real-time behavioral insights, the company enables personalized communication, fostering one-to-one relationships between brands and their customers. Cloud4Wi boasts a rapid data collection rate that enhances engagement, evidenced by significant improvements in click-through rates. The company serves a diverse clientele, including renowned global brands such as Armani, Burger King, and Prada Group, and has established connections with over 150 million mobile customers across 60,000 locations in more than 120 countries. With a monthly collection of over 20 billion data points, Cloud4Wi is headquartered in New York and maintains additional offices in cities including San Francisco, London, and São Paulo.
Aptrinsic
Series A in 2017
Aptrinsic, Inc. is an enterprise software as a service company based in San Mateo, California, focused on enhancing product management through its product experience platform. Founded in 2016 by Nick Bonfiglio and Mickey Alon, Aptrinsic helps businesses acquire, retain, and grow their customer base by leveraging product usage data to create personalized engagements. The platform enables companies to implement effective product-led go-to-market strategies, increasing product adoption and customer lifetime value. It provides product managers and marketers with essential tools to make informed decisions about product development and gather relevant feedback from targeted customers. Additionally, Aptrinsic's offerings include in-app tools that help users understand the value of specific features, allowing businesses to identify and address low product engagement to reduce churn. As of October 2018, Aptrinsic operates as a subsidiary of Gainsight, Inc.
Sequent Software Inc., established in 2010 and based in Santa Clara, California, specializes in a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that securely digitizes and manages various types of cards, accounts, and IDs. Its platform, Sequent, tokenizes these credentials, enabling secure data transactions across mobile, IoT, and other connected devices. Sequent serves banks, payment service providers, merchants, and other issuers, facilitating seamless and secure digital experiences for consumers.
Panzura, Inc. is a provider of enterprise storage infrastructure designed for the cloud era, offering a comprehensive solution that integrates cloud storage with network-attached storage (NAS) functionality. Its core product, the Global Cloud Storage System, includes the Panzura Controller—an on-premise appliance that interfaces with the Panzura Global File System, which can be deployed in both virtual and physical formats. The software orchestrates the system's operations while enhancing efficiency and scalability across various locations and user bases. Panzura's solutions cater to diverse industries, including oil and gas, healthcare, and architecture, providing essential services such as file sharing, project collaboration, and data protection. The company also offers cloud-based archiving solutions and a multi-cloud file services platform. Founded in 2008 and based in Campbell, California, Panzura was formerly known as Pixel 8 Networks LLC and changed its name in 2010.
Prove is a technology company that specializes in smartphone-based identity verification solutions, focusing on mobile authentication to protect against identity theft and social engineering attacks. Its offerings include phone-centric and API marketplace solutions that streamline the customer acquisition process, enhance engagement, and improve both security and consumer privacy. By leveraging instant mobile authentication, Prove helps its clients reduce friction in user interactions while simultaneously minimizing the risk of fraud. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, and retail. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, Prove also has additional locations in Denver and London, demonstrating its international presence in the identity verification market.
EduNav, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing academic planning and optimization software tailored for the higher education sector. Its flagship product, EduNav, utilizes big data, combinatorial algorithms, and machine learning to assist students in identifying optimal paths to graduation. The software enhances student retention and on-time degree completion while minimizing wasted credit hours. In addition to EduNav, the company offers SmartPlan, which supports students in degree, career, and transfer planning, as well as a predictive enrollment management tool for academic leaders. Founded in 2013 and based in Cupertino, California, EduNav aims to improve institutional planning and decision-making, providing personalized and up-to-date pathways for degree completion to help educational institutions increase graduation rates. The team behind EduNav has a history of innovation in the education technology space, previously establishing significant solutions such as lecture capture systems and integrated digital content services.
Sisense Inc. is a software company that specializes in business intelligence and data analytics solutions. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in London and Sydney, Sisense develops a platform that allows users, particularly those without technical expertise, to manage, analyze, and visualize complex datasets. The company's flagship product enables the integration of data from multiple sources, facilitating the creation of interactive dashboards and comprehensive business reports. Sisense employs advanced algorithms, including artificial intelligence, to enhance data processing and deliver actionable insights. Its clientele ranges from startups to large enterprises across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Additionally, Sisense offers technical support and professional services, underscoring its commitment to empowering organizations in their data-driven decision-making processes.
Arrayent, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, specializing in an Internet of Things (IoT) Cloud Platform-as-a-Service. Founded in 2002, Arrayent enables consumer brands to create and market connected products by transforming traditional devices into smart, internet-enabled solutions. The platform facilitates the acquisition and transmission of usage and device data, supports device interoperability through integration with third-party ecosystems, and enhances user interaction with connected products. Arrayent offers various services, including the Connect Cloud Service to link brands with customers, the Insight Cloud Service for analyzing consumer behavior, and the EcoAdaptor Cloud Service for connecting product lines. The company serves diverse industries such as appliances, HVAC, lighting, and wellness, with notable clients including Whirlpool Corporation and Maytag Commercial Laundry. Arrayent also partners with several technology firms to enhance its offerings and ensure robust security measures for data transactions. As of 2017, Arrayent operates as a subsidiary of Prodea Systems, Inc.
Workboard
Convertible Note in 2015
WorkBoard Inc. is an enterprise software company that specializes in providing an objectives and key results (OKR) platform designed to enhance organizational alignment and accountability. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, WorkBoard offers a comprehensive Enterprise Results Platform that facilitates the localization of company objectives to individual teams, allowing for effective alignment on outcomes and measurement of results. The platform enables organizations to coordinate actions, manage meetings, and ensure execution aligns with strategic priorities. By transforming traditional approaches to strategy alignment into a dynamic, data-driven practice, WorkBoard enhances transparency and fosters a results-oriented culture. Its solution supports teams in making goal achievement a habitual process, empowering them to execute rapidly and efficiently as organizations scale.
Turi is a machine learning platform based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in the development of big data analytics products. Originally launched as Dato in 2013 by a team including Danny Bickson, Haijie Gu, Yucheng Low, Joseph Gonzalez, and Carlos Guestrin, Turi has evolved from its initial focus on graph analysis to encompass a wide range of functionalities, including handling tables, text, and images. Its platform is widely utilized for various applications such as recommendation systems, fraud detection, and customer sentiment analysis. Turi's technology is employed by numerous notable clients, including e-tailers, service providers, and Fortune 5000 companies like Zillow, ExxonMobil, and Adobe, enabling them to build predictive applications and leverage data for enhanced decision-making.
SpiderCloud Wireless
Venture Round in 2015
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. is a developer of small cell network platforms that enable mobile operators to provide enhanced cellular coverage, capacity, and cloud services to medium and large enterprises. The company's flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that controls over 100 small cells, supporting technologies such as UMTS, LTE, and Wi-Fi. This scalable system architecture allows for rapid deployment through existing Ethernet local area networks, delivering coverage and capacity for up to 10,000 connected devices with a single connection to the mobile operator’s core network. Founded in 2006 and originally named Copivia, SpiderCloud Wireless is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated. The company is led by a team of experienced executives from notable technology firms, reflecting a strong background in the telecommunications industry.
Sisense Inc. is a software company that specializes in business intelligence and data analytics solutions. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in London and Sydney, Sisense develops a platform that allows users, particularly those without technical expertise, to manage, analyze, and visualize complex datasets. The company's flagship product enables the integration of data from multiple sources, facilitating the creation of interactive dashboards and comprehensive business reports. Sisense employs advanced algorithms, including artificial intelligence, to enhance data processing and deliver actionable insights. Its clientele ranges from startups to large enterprises across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Additionally, Sisense offers technical support and professional services, underscoring its commitment to empowering organizations in their data-driven decision-making processes.
Clarizen, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based work collaboration and project management solutions aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Israel, the United Kingdom, and Australia, Clarizen offers a comprehensive suite of tools that include project portfolio management, resource management, budget and expense management, and risk management. Its platform supports cross-company engagement through configurable workflow automation and in-context collaboration, fostering a tailored experience for various roles within an organization. Clarizen's solutions cater to project managers, IT teams, professional services, agile development, and marketing teams, enabling them to streamline tasks, manage projects in real time, and improve overall visibility across the enterprise. The company also provides technical customer support and project management education services, further enhancing its value to clients.
Apteligent
Series C in 2014
Apteligent, Inc. is a provider of mobile application intelligence solutions, headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in application performance management, offering a suite of tools that enable enterprises to enhance their mobile business by delivering critical insights throughout the application lifecycle. Its key offerings include Userflows, which connects user experiences with business metrics; a Crash Reporting solution that identifies and monitors application errors; and Service Monitoring, which analyzes service and API performance. Apteligent supports various mobile operating systems, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone, and serves a diverse range of industries such as finance, retail, gaming, and hospitality. The company was previously known as Crittercism, Inc. and rebranded to Apteligent in February 2016. As of 2017, Apteligent operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Solaredge Technologies
Series D in 2014
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for various solar photovoltaic installations. Established in 2006, the company focuses on developing module-level electronics, including power optimizers and inverters, which enhance solar power harvesting and monitoring. SolarEdge's products are designed for a wide range of applications, catering to residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets. The company also offers a cloud-based monitoring platform, allowing users to optimize and track solar energy production effectively. SolarEdge sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and electrical equipment wholesalers. With over 70% market share in the DC power optimizer segment, SolarEdge has made significant strides in promoting clean energy, having shipped millions of power optimizers to various countries and establishing a global presence across five continents.
CyberSense
Series A in 2014
CyberSense is a provider of cloud-based and on-premises cybersecurity solutions. Some of the world’s leading Global 2000 enterprises serving the financial services, national critical infrastructure, retail, healthcare, pharmaceutical and other industries rely on CyberSense to strengthen their IT ecosystems and reduce the risk of costly and disruptive compromises, data breaches and compliance violations. With the CyberSense360 platform, Global 2000 enterprises are able to detect and analyze zero-day, undetected malware in use by the world’s most destructive Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) organizations, build threat profiles, block attacks and automatically remediate damage inflicted on IT ecosystems. CyberSense360 traps zero-day malware in its virtualized sensor network of honey pots and next-generation malware traps before the malware can inflict significant damage to customers’ data centers or cloud deployments.
Workboard
Seed Round in 2014
WorkBoard Inc. is an enterprise software company that specializes in providing an objectives and key results (OKR) platform designed to enhance organizational alignment and accountability. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, WorkBoard offers a comprehensive Enterprise Results Platform that facilitates the localization of company objectives to individual teams, allowing for effective alignment on outcomes and measurement of results. The platform enables organizations to coordinate actions, manage meetings, and ensure execution aligns with strategic priorities. By transforming traditional approaches to strategy alignment into a dynamic, data-driven practice, WorkBoard enhances transparency and fosters a results-oriented culture. Its solution supports teams in making goal achievement a habitual process, empowering them to execute rapidly and efficiently as organizations scale.
TrapX Security
Series A in 2014
TrapX Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in deception technology designed to detect, analyze, and neutralize advanced cyber threats, including ransomware and zero-day attacks. Its primary product, DeceptionGrid, creates an automated security grid that provides real-time insights into malicious activities that traditional defenses often miss. Additionally, TrapX offers TrapX Flex, a Deception-as-a-Service solution tailored to protect corporate assets in an era of increasing remote work and device usage. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and government, providing critical security solutions to both global enterprises and public sector organizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, TrapX Security aims to enhance the cybersecurity landscape by delivering proactive defenses against sophisticated cybercriminals and insider threats.
Jivox Corporation is a cloud-based advertising and marketing technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2006. It specializes in data-driven solutions that enable brands to deliver personalized messages to their target audiences across multiple channels. Using advanced technologies such as big data, machine learning, and dynamic creative optimization, Jivox's omnichannel personalization platform allows brands to create and distribute thousands of hyper-personalized messages efficiently. Its proprietary IQiD technology enhances user identity management, facilitating effective personalization of dynamic creative content. The platform integrates with more than 25 data partners, providing rich datasets to enhance targeting capabilities. Jivox's solutions have been adopted by significant global brands, including Sony, REI, and Toyota, demonstrating its impact on enhancing engagement and effectiveness in digital marketing. Moreover, the company's Programmable Personalization APIs streamline workflows, further enabling seamless integration with other marketing technologies while allowing retailers and media platforms to monetize their offerings.
Arrayent, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, specializing in an Internet of Things (IoT) Cloud Platform-as-a-Service. Founded in 2002, Arrayent enables consumer brands to create and market connected products by transforming traditional devices into smart, internet-enabled solutions. The platform facilitates the acquisition and transmission of usage and device data, supports device interoperability through integration with third-party ecosystems, and enhances user interaction with connected products. Arrayent offers various services, including the Connect Cloud Service to link brands with customers, the Insight Cloud Service for analyzing consumer behavior, and the EcoAdaptor Cloud Service for connecting product lines. The company serves diverse industries such as appliances, HVAC, lighting, and wellness, with notable clients including Whirlpool Corporation and Maytag Commercial Laundry. Arrayent also partners with several technology firms to enhance its offerings and ensure robust security measures for data transactions. As of 2017, Arrayent operates as a subsidiary of Prodea Systems, Inc.
AppMesh is a company focused on developing a next-generation business platform tailored for mobile devices. Founded by veterans from salesforce.com, AppMesh aims to address the evolving needs of businesses in the post-PC era by creating applications that are personal, seamless, and user-friendly. The company's flagship offering is a customer relationship management platform that enhances sales productivity by providing essential tools for mobile professionals. This platform allows users to effectively track sales activities and improve overall business performance, catering to the demands of modern mobile-oriented work environments.
Insightera
Series A in 2013
Insightera is a company that operates a real-time B2B personalization platform designed to enhance customer acquisition for businesses. By utilizing advanced machine learning algorithms, Insightera offers software solutions that enable marketers to personalize the onsite experience for their customers. This innovative approach allows organizations to leverage their existing assets effectively, thereby accelerating the process of attracting and retaining clients in a competitive market.
GainSpan is a company that specializes in ultra-low-power Wi-Fi technology for sensors and embedded applications. Founded in 2006 by a team of engineers who previously worked at Intel Corporation, GainSpan aims to enhance the adoption of wireless sensor networks by addressing power consumption challenges associated with traditional Wi-Fi solutions. The company's innovative semiconductor and software offerings allow devices to operate for up to ten years on a single AA battery, leveraging existing Wi-Fi infrastructure. This technology facilitates the development of connected products for various applications, including temperature monitoring for energy management and condition monitoring of industrial equipment. GainSpan's integrated system-on-chip combines multiple components, such as a radio, media access controller, and applications processor, into one compact package, thereby streamlining the creation of smart home and city solutions.
Sequent Software Inc., established in 2010 and based in Santa Clara, California, specializes in a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that securely digitizes and manages various types of cards, accounts, and IDs. Its platform, Sequent, tokenizes these credentials, enabling secure data transactions across mobile, IoT, and other connected devices. Sequent serves banks, payment service providers, merchants, and other issuers, facilitating seamless and secure digital experiences for consumers.
Panzura, Inc. is a provider of enterprise storage infrastructure designed for the cloud era, offering a comprehensive solution that integrates cloud storage with network-attached storage (NAS) functionality. Its core product, the Global Cloud Storage System, includes the Panzura Controller—an on-premise appliance that interfaces with the Panzura Global File System, which can be deployed in both virtual and physical formats. The software orchestrates the system's operations while enhancing efficiency and scalability across various locations and user bases. Panzura's solutions cater to diverse industries, including oil and gas, healthcare, and architecture, providing essential services such as file sharing, project collaboration, and data protection. The company also offers cloud-based archiving solutions and a multi-cloud file services platform. Founded in 2008 and based in Campbell, California, Panzura was formerly known as Pixel 8 Networks LLC and changed its name in 2010.
Pict is a technology company that specializes in transforming ordinary photos into interactive, content-rich images that facilitate eCommerce. Through its web and mobile applications, Pict enables users to create shoppable and trackable photos, allowing consumers to instantly access detailed information about products. The company also maintains a web-content bank that enables brands to distribute monetizable images directly to publishers. Pict's innovative approach blends commerce with visual discovery, enhancing the shopping experience for fans, followers, and potential customers.
Sisense Inc. is a software company that specializes in business intelligence and data analytics solutions. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in London and Sydney, Sisense develops a platform that allows users, particularly those without technical expertise, to manage, analyze, and visualize complex datasets. The company's flagship product enables the integration of data from multiple sources, facilitating the creation of interactive dashboards and comprehensive business reports. Sisense employs advanced algorithms, including artificial intelligence, to enhance data processing and deliver actionable insights. Its clientele ranges from startups to large enterprises across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Additionally, Sisense offers technical support and professional services, underscoring its commitment to empowering organizations in their data-driven decision-making processes.
Apteligent
Series B in 2013
Apteligent, Inc. is a provider of mobile application intelligence solutions, headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in application performance management, offering a suite of tools that enable enterprises to enhance their mobile business by delivering critical insights throughout the application lifecycle. Its key offerings include Userflows, which connects user experiences with business metrics; a Crash Reporting solution that identifies and monitors application errors; and Service Monitoring, which analyzes service and API performance. Apteligent supports various mobile operating systems, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone, and serves a diverse range of industries such as finance, retail, gaming, and hospitality. The company was previously known as Crittercism, Inc. and rebranded to Apteligent in February 2016. As of 2017, Apteligent operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
GainSpan
Venture Round in 2012
GainSpan is a company that specializes in ultra-low-power Wi-Fi technology for sensors and embedded applications. Founded in 2006 by a team of engineers who previously worked at Intel Corporation, GainSpan aims to enhance the adoption of wireless sensor networks by addressing power consumption challenges associated with traditional Wi-Fi solutions. The company's innovative semiconductor and software offerings allow devices to operate for up to ten years on a single AA battery, leveraging existing Wi-Fi infrastructure. This technology facilitates the development of connected products for various applications, including temperature monitoring for energy management and condition monitoring of industrial equipment. GainSpan's integrated system-on-chip combines multiple components, such as a radio, media access controller, and applications processor, into one compact package, thereby streamlining the creation of smart home and city solutions.
AdMobius is a provider of a mobile audience management platform based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in helping publishers and advertisers discover and target relevant audiences at scale by organizing and interpreting unique demographic and interest-based information. By integrating data from various sources, including publishers, advertiser networks, and third-party data sellers, AdMobius enhances the effectiveness and reach of mobile advertising campaigns. The company's innovative approach has positioned it as a leader in leveraging mobile data to unlock value for its clients within the advertising industry.
SpaceTime Insight
Series B in 2012
SpaceTime Insight is a developer of advanced analytics and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications tailored for asset-intensive industries. The company provides innovative software solutions that enable clients to enhance capital efficiency, reduce costs and risks, and improve operational performance. Its platform utilizes machine learning models and advanced analytics to accurately predict asset health and optimize related operations, allowing businesses to foresee potential asset failures and automate real-time optimizations. SpaceTime Insight's offerings cater to a wide range of sectors, including utilities, shipping, manufacturing, and energy, helping organizations understand their operations in real-time and generate greater returns with lower risks and costs.
FreeMonee
Series B in 2012
FreeMonee is transforming advertising by allowing stores and restaurants to attract customers through cash gifts, known as FreeMonee Gifts. These gifts, which are delivered directly to cardholders of major financial institutions, are tailored to align with consumer interests, enabling recipients to shop freely at designated locations. The company's proprietary Gift Underwriting Engine ensures that the gifts effectively engage consumers while providing a strong return on investment for merchants. Unlike traditional coupons, FreeMonee Gifts resemble personal gifts, encouraging customer visits without the stigma of discounts. Retailers benefit from increased customer traffic, while banks and credit card companies can enhance customer loyalty through positive engagement. Founded in 2009 and based in San Mateo, California, FreeMonee has raised significant funding from notable investors and aims to reach millions of households through partnerships with leading financial institutions.
GainSpan
Venture Round in 2012
GainSpan is a company that specializes in ultra-low-power Wi-Fi technology for sensors and embedded applications. Founded in 2006 by a team of engineers who previously worked at Intel Corporation, GainSpan aims to enhance the adoption of wireless sensor networks by addressing power consumption challenges associated with traditional Wi-Fi solutions. The company's innovative semiconductor and software offerings allow devices to operate for up to ten years on a single AA battery, leveraging existing Wi-Fi infrastructure. This technology facilitates the development of connected products for various applications, including temperature monitoring for energy management and condition monitoring of industrial equipment. GainSpan's integrated system-on-chip combines multiple components, such as a radio, media access controller, and applications processor, into one compact package, thereby streamlining the creation of smart home and city solutions.
Panzura, Inc. is a provider of enterprise storage infrastructure designed for the cloud era, offering a comprehensive solution that integrates cloud storage with network-attached storage (NAS) functionality. Its core product, the Global Cloud Storage System, includes the Panzura Controller—an on-premise appliance that interfaces with the Panzura Global File System, which can be deployed in both virtual and physical formats. The software orchestrates the system's operations while enhancing efficiency and scalability across various locations and user bases. Panzura's solutions cater to diverse industries, including oil and gas, healthcare, and architecture, providing essential services such as file sharing, project collaboration, and data protection. The company also offers cloud-based archiving solutions and a multi-cloud file services platform. Founded in 2008 and based in Campbell, California, Panzura was formerly known as Pixel 8 Networks LLC and changed its name in 2010.
AppMesh
Seed Round in 2012
AppMesh is a company focused on developing a next-generation business platform tailored for mobile devices. Founded by veterans from salesforce.com, AppMesh aims to address the evolving needs of businesses in the post-PC era by creating applications that are personal, seamless, and user-friendly. The company's flagship offering is a customer relationship management platform that enhances sales productivity by providing essential tools for mobile professionals. This platform allows users to effectively track sales activities and improve overall business performance, catering to the demands of modern mobile-oriented work environments.
Clarizen, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based work collaboration and project management solutions aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Israel, the United Kingdom, and Australia, Clarizen offers a comprehensive suite of tools that include project portfolio management, resource management, budget and expense management, and risk management. Its platform supports cross-company engagement through configurable workflow automation and in-context collaboration, fostering a tailored experience for various roles within an organization. Clarizen's solutions cater to project managers, IT teams, professional services, agile development, and marketing teams, enabling them to streamline tasks, manage projects in real time, and improve overall visibility across the enterprise. The company also provides technical customer support and project management education services, further enhancing its value to clients.
Apteligent
Series A in 2012
Apteligent, Inc. is a provider of mobile application intelligence solutions, headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in application performance management, offering a suite of tools that enable enterprises to enhance their mobile business by delivering critical insights throughout the application lifecycle. Its key offerings include Userflows, which connects user experiences with business metrics; a Crash Reporting solution that identifies and monitors application errors; and Service Monitoring, which analyzes service and API performance. Apteligent supports various mobile operating systems, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone, and serves a diverse range of industries such as finance, retail, gaming, and hospitality. The company was previously known as Crittercism, Inc. and rebranded to Apteligent in February 2016. As of 2017, Apteligent operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
SpiderCloud Wireless
Series C in 2012
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. is a developer of small cell network platforms that enable mobile operators to provide enhanced cellular coverage, capacity, and cloud services to medium and large enterprises. The company's flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that controls over 100 small cells, supporting technologies such as UMTS, LTE, and Wi-Fi. This scalable system architecture allows for rapid deployment through existing Ethernet local area networks, delivering coverage and capacity for up to 10,000 connected devices with a single connection to the mobile operator’s core network. Founded in 2006 and originally named Copivia, SpiderCloud Wireless is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated. The company is led by a team of experienced executives from notable technology firms, reflecting a strong background in the telecommunications industry.
Eye-Fi is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2005, that specializes in developing wireless memory cards designed to enhance digital photography. Its products enable seamless connectivity between digital cameras and various devices, allowing users to automatically download and organize photos and videos. The company offers a range of memory cards, including the Mobile X2, which uploads images to smartphones and tablets, and the Pro X2, which connects cameras to computers and sharing platforms. Eye-Fi's solutions are aimed at simplifying the digital photo management process, providing users with convenient options to transfer their content to online and local storage. The company's offerings are available through its online store as well as through retail distributors in several U.S. states and Canada.
Vertascale
Seed Round in 2012
Vertascale is building the leading business intelligence platform for Hadoop. Vertascale enables business users to quickly and easily create compelling live dashboards directly on Hadoop data. Unlike other platforms, Vertascale is front-office friendly and easy to install. Vertascale's proprietary "streaming analytics" technology reveals business-critical trends and correlations without complex ETL processes. This unique approach to analytics makes Vertascale the easiest and most compelling value for Hadoop.
GainSpan is a company that specializes in ultra-low-power Wi-Fi technology for sensors and embedded applications. Founded in 2006 by a team of engineers who previously worked at Intel Corporation, GainSpan aims to enhance the adoption of wireless sensor networks by addressing power consumption challenges associated with traditional Wi-Fi solutions. The company's innovative semiconductor and software offerings allow devices to operate for up to ten years on a single AA battery, leveraging existing Wi-Fi infrastructure. This technology facilitates the development of connected products for various applications, including temperature monitoring for energy management and condition monitoring of industrial equipment. GainSpan's integrated system-on-chip combines multiple components, such as a radio, media access controller, and applications processor, into one compact package, thereby streamlining the creation of smart home and city solutions.
YCD Multimedia
Venture Round in 2011
YCD Multimedia, now known as YCD Atmosphere, is a leading provider of digital media solutions and applications aimed at enhancing customer engagement across various industries, including retail, automotive, banking, and entertainment. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a comprehensive suite of products, including YCD|CMS for content management, C-nario Messenger for digital signage, and YCD|RAMP for retail advertising. Their technology facilitates high-quality playback on single screens or large displays, alongside interactive solutions like YCD|Interact and digital menu boards for food services. YCD Atmosphere combines technology with professional services such as strategy, design, and content creation to optimize customer experiences and drive measurable business outcomes. With a global presence and a network of resellers, the company has partnered with over 2,000 clients, including many Fortune 500 companies, to deploy effective digital media strategies that reinforce branding and enhance consumer awareness.
Solaredge Technologies
Venture Round in 2011
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for various solar photovoltaic installations. Established in 2006, the company focuses on developing module-level electronics, including power optimizers and inverters, which enhance solar power harvesting and monitoring. SolarEdge's products are designed for a wide range of applications, catering to residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets. The company also offers a cloud-based monitoring platform, allowing users to optimize and track solar energy production effectively. SolarEdge sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and electrical equipment wholesalers. With over 70% market share in the DC power optimizer segment, SolarEdge has made significant strides in promoting clean energy, having shipped millions of power optimizers to various countries and establishing a global presence across five continents.
AlertEnterprise
Series B in 2011
AlertEnterprise Inc. is a technology company specializing in the development of software that integrates information and operational technology for corporate and critical infrastructure protection. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company offers a suite of solutions designed to enhance security and compliance. Its flagship products include Enterprise Guardian, which centralizes identity management and access control, and Enterprise Sentry, which provides cybersecurity and situational intelligence across various systems. Additionally, AlertEnterprise's tools, such as Compliance Validator and Workspace Intelligence, help organizations manage compliance processes and optimize space utilization. The company's software is utilized across a range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, oil and gas, transportation, and utilities, enabling clients to address insider threats and ensure the safety of personnel and assets.
Wanova
Convertible Note in 2011
Wanova specializes in Distributed Desktop Virtualization solutions that enhance the management, support, and protection of desktops and laptops for enterprises. The company's technology centralizes control over desktop infrastructure while optimizing user experience, allowing for full functionality even when offline. Wanova's innovative approach enables organizations to manage and secure distributed and mobile desktops, laptops, and netbooks effectively. By streamlining IT operations, Wanova helps businesses reduce costs and improve productivity, allowing IT teams to focus on strategic projects rather than the individual management of each endpoint.
Apteligent
Seed Round in 2011
Apteligent, Inc. is a provider of mobile application intelligence solutions, headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in application performance management, offering a suite of tools that enable enterprises to enhance their mobile business by delivering critical insights throughout the application lifecycle. Its key offerings include Userflows, which connects user experiences with business metrics; a Crash Reporting solution that identifies and monitors application errors; and Service Monitoring, which analyzes service and API performance. Apteligent supports various mobile operating systems, including iOS, Android, and Windows Phone, and serves a diverse range of industries such as finance, retail, gaming, and hospitality. The company was previously known as Crittercism, Inc. and rebranded to Apteligent in February 2016. As of 2017, Apteligent operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.
Touchstone Semiconductor
Series A in 2011
Touchstone Semiconductor is a designer and manufacturer of high-performance analog integrated circuits (ICs) headquartered in Milpitas, California. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on creating innovative solutions that address critical challenges faced by electronics companies. Touchstone's proprietary products are distinguished by their unique combination of features and performance, setting them apart in the analog market. Additionally, their second-source products are pin-compatible and specification identical to competitive offerings, providing valuable alternatives for customers in need of hard-to-secure sole-sourced products.
Dome9 Security
Series A in 2011
Dome9 Security Ltd. is a Tel Aviv-based company that specializes in a SaaS platform aimed at enhancing security and compliance within public cloud infrastructure environments. Founded in 2010, Dome9's platform enables businesses to visualize and assess their security posture across various cloud services, particularly Amazon Web Services. It offers tools to remediate potential threats, enforce security policies, and streamline network data management without the need for complicated agent deployments. The company also provides identity and access management solutions to safeguard against vulnerabilities and unauthorized access. Additionally, Dome9 features advanced capabilities such as threat intelligence and event correlation through its Dome9 Magellan product. In 2018, Dome9 became a subsidiary of Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., augmenting its expertise and resources in the cloud security domain.
FreeMonee
Series A in 2011
FreeMonee is transforming advertising by allowing stores and restaurants to attract customers through cash gifts, known as FreeMonee Gifts. These gifts, which are delivered directly to cardholders of major financial institutions, are tailored to align with consumer interests, enabling recipients to shop freely at designated locations. The company's proprietary Gift Underwriting Engine ensures that the gifts effectively engage consumers while providing a strong return on investment for merchants. Unlike traditional coupons, FreeMonee Gifts resemble personal gifts, encouraging customer visits without the stigma of discounts. Retailers benefit from increased customer traffic, while banks and credit card companies can enhance customer loyalty through positive engagement. Founded in 2009 and based in San Mateo, California, FreeMonee has raised significant funding from notable investors and aims to reach millions of households through partnerships with leading financial institutions.
Sequent Software Inc., established in 2010 and based in Santa Clara, California, specializes in a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that securely digitizes and manages various types of cards, accounts, and IDs. Its platform, Sequent, tokenizes these credentials, enabling secure data transactions across mobile, IoT, and other connected devices. Sequent serves banks, payment service providers, merchants, and other issuers, facilitating seamless and secure digital experiences for consumers.
Clarizen, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based work collaboration and project management solutions aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Israel, the United Kingdom, and Australia, Clarizen offers a comprehensive suite of tools that include project portfolio management, resource management, budget and expense management, and risk management. Its platform supports cross-company engagement through configurable workflow automation and in-context collaboration, fostering a tailored experience for various roles within an organization. Clarizen's solutions cater to project managers, IT teams, professional services, agile development, and marketing teams, enabling them to streamline tasks, manage projects in real time, and improve overall visibility across the enterprise. The company also provides technical customer support and project management education services, further enhancing its value to clients.
Prove is a technology company that specializes in smartphone-based identity verification solutions, focusing on mobile authentication to protect against identity theft and social engineering attacks. Its offerings include phone-centric and API marketplace solutions that streamline the customer acquisition process, enhance engagement, and improve both security and consumer privacy. By leveraging instant mobile authentication, Prove helps its clients reduce friction in user interactions while simultaneously minimizing the risk of fraud. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, and retail. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, Prove also has additional locations in Denver and London, demonstrating its international presence in the identity verification market.
Solaredge Technologies
Series C in 2010
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for various solar photovoltaic installations. Established in 2006, the company focuses on developing module-level electronics, including power optimizers and inverters, which enhance solar power harvesting and monitoring. SolarEdge's products are designed for a wide range of applications, catering to residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets. The company also offers a cloud-based monitoring platform, allowing users to optimize and track solar energy production effectively. SolarEdge sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and electrical equipment wholesalers. With over 70% market share in the DC power optimizer segment, SolarEdge has made significant strides in promoting clean energy, having shipped millions of power optimizers to various countries and establishing a global presence across five continents.
Sisense Inc. is a software company that specializes in business intelligence and data analytics solutions. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in London and Sydney, Sisense develops a platform that allows users, particularly those without technical expertise, to manage, analyze, and visualize complex datasets. The company's flagship product enables the integration of data from multiple sources, facilitating the creation of interactive dashboards and comprehensive business reports. Sisense employs advanced algorithms, including artificial intelligence, to enhance data processing and deliver actionable insights. Its clientele ranges from startups to large enterprises across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Additionally, Sisense offers technical support and professional services, underscoring its commitment to empowering organizations in their data-driven decision-making processes.
Prove is a technology company that specializes in smartphone-based identity verification solutions, focusing on mobile authentication to protect against identity theft and social engineering attacks. Its offerings include phone-centric and API marketplace solutions that streamline the customer acquisition process, enhance engagement, and improve both security and consumer privacy. By leveraging instant mobile authentication, Prove helps its clients reduce friction in user interactions while simultaneously minimizing the risk of fraud. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, and retail. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, Prove also has additional locations in Denver and London, demonstrating its international presence in the identity verification market.
Jivox Corporation is a cloud-based advertising and marketing technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2006. It specializes in data-driven solutions that enable brands to deliver personalized messages to their target audiences across multiple channels. Using advanced technologies such as big data, machine learning, and dynamic creative optimization, Jivox's omnichannel personalization platform allows brands to create and distribute thousands of hyper-personalized messages efficiently. Its proprietary IQiD technology enhances user identity management, facilitating effective personalization of dynamic creative content. The platform integrates with more than 25 data partners, providing rich datasets to enhance targeting capabilities. Jivox's solutions have been adopted by significant global brands, including Sony, REI, and Toyota, demonstrating its impact on enhancing engagement and effectiveness in digital marketing. Moreover, the company's Programmable Personalization APIs streamline workflows, further enabling seamless integration with other marketing technologies while allowing retailers and media platforms to monetize their offerings.
SpiderCloud Wireless
Series B in 2010
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. is a developer of small cell network platforms that enable mobile operators to provide enhanced cellular coverage, capacity, and cloud services to medium and large enterprises. The company's flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that controls over 100 small cells, supporting technologies such as UMTS, LTE, and Wi-Fi. This scalable system architecture allows for rapid deployment through existing Ethernet local area networks, delivering coverage and capacity for up to 10,000 connected devices with a single connection to the mobile operator’s core network. Founded in 2006 and originally named Copivia, SpiderCloud Wireless is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated. The company is led by a team of experienced executives from notable technology firms, reflecting a strong background in the telecommunications industry.
SpiderCloud Wireless
Series A in 2009
SpiderCloud Wireless, Inc. is a developer of small cell network platforms that enable mobile operators to provide enhanced cellular coverage, capacity, and cloud services to medium and large enterprises. The company's flagship product, the Enterprise Radio Access Network (E-RAN) system, comprises a Services Node that controls over 100 small cells, supporting technologies such as UMTS, LTE, and Wi-Fi. This scalable system architecture allows for rapid deployment through existing Ethernet local area networks, delivering coverage and capacity for up to 10,000 connected devices with a single connection to the mobile operator’s core network. Founded in 2006 and originally named Copivia, SpiderCloud Wireless is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in New Jersey, Mexico City, and London. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated. The company is led by a team of experienced executives from notable technology firms, reflecting a strong background in the telecommunications industry.
Wanova specializes in Distributed Desktop Virtualization solutions that enhance the management, support, and protection of desktops and laptops for enterprises. The company's technology centralizes control over desktop infrastructure while optimizing user experience, allowing for full functionality even when offline. Wanova's innovative approach enables organizations to manage and secure distributed and mobile desktops, laptops, and netbooks effectively. By streamlining IT operations, Wanova helps businesses reduce costs and improve productivity, allowing IT teams to focus on strategic projects rather than the individual management of each endpoint.
Devpost, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates hackathons and competitions for software developers and organizations. Founded in 2008 and based in New York, the company provides a space for software makers to showcase their projects, gain visibility, and compete for prizes. Devpost also enables organizations to promote their APIs, SDKs, and open datasets, fostering engagement with the developer community. By powering numerous virtual and in-person hackathons worldwide, Devpost encourages developers to enhance their skills, learn new technologies, and expand their professional networks. The platform is designed to inspire innovation and drive meaningful change through technology. Formerly known as ChallengePost, Inc., the company rebranded to Devpost, Inc. in July 2015.
Pudding Media
Series B in 2009
Pudding Media provides turnkey mobile advertising solutions that enable mobile carriers to rapidly build and expand their advertising business. Pudding Media’s solutions include an advertising platform that delivers ads on all mobile channels, a global ad sales force and an ad network with a reach of hundreds of millions consumers. For further information, visit [www.puddingmedia.com](http://www.puddingmedia.com).
SuperSecret
Series A in 2009
SuperSecret is an online social gaming platform designed specifically for tweens who have outgrown simpler games like Club Penguin and Webkinz but are not yet ready for more complex experiences such as World of Warcraft. The company focuses on creating an interactive environment where young users can make friends, play games, and explore new virtual spaces together. By actively involving tweens in the product design process, SuperSecret ensures that the gaming experience remains engaging and relevant to its audience. The company's proprietary World Builder platform further enhances its offerings, allowing for rapid expansion of game content to match the evolving interests and skills of tweens.
Solaredge Technologies
Series B in 2009
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for various solar photovoltaic installations. Established in 2006, the company focuses on developing module-level electronics, including power optimizers and inverters, which enhance solar power harvesting and monitoring. SolarEdge's products are designed for a wide range of applications, catering to residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets. The company also offers a cloud-based monitoring platform, allowing users to optimize and track solar energy production effectively. SolarEdge sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and electrical equipment wholesalers. With over 70% market share in the DC power optimizer segment, SolarEdge has made significant strides in promoting clean energy, having shipped millions of power optimizers to various countries and establishing a global presence across five continents.
AlertEnterprise
Series A in 2009
AlertEnterprise Inc. is a technology company specializing in the development of software that integrates information and operational technology for corporate and critical infrastructure protection. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Fremont, California, the company offers a suite of solutions designed to enhance security and compliance. Its flagship products include Enterprise Guardian, which centralizes identity management and access control, and Enterprise Sentry, which provides cybersecurity and situational intelligence across various systems. Additionally, AlertEnterprise's tools, such as Compliance Validator and Workspace Intelligence, help organizations manage compliance processes and optimize space utilization. The company's software is utilized across a range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, oil and gas, transportation, and utilities, enabling clients to address insider threats and ensure the safety of personnel and assets.
Transpond
Series A in 2009
Transpond is a provider of an application platform that enables brands to create, publish, manage, and track engagement with their content across social and mobile platforms. The platform allows marketing professionals to easily develop fully branded applications that foster consumer interaction through polls, quizzes, games, and interactive commerce. Transpond's solutions are designed for usability, eliminating the need for expensive custom engineering while ensuring that content remains engaging and measurable across various consumer touchpoints. The company serves a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as CBS, NBC Universal, and Universal Music Group, positioning itself as a key player in enhancing brand engagement in the digital landscape.
SpaceTime Insight
Series A in 2009
SpaceTime Insight is a developer of advanced analytics and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications tailored for asset-intensive industries. The company provides innovative software solutions that enable clients to enhance capital efficiency, reduce costs and risks, and improve operational performance. Its platform utilizes machine learning models and advanced analytics to accurately predict asset health and optimize related operations, allowing businesses to foresee potential asset failures and automate real-time optimizations. SpaceTime Insight's offerings cater to a wide range of sectors, including utilities, shipping, manufacturing, and energy, helping organizations understand their operations in real-time and generate greater returns with lower risks and costs.
TuneCore, Inc. is a digital music distribution and music publishing administration company that provides independent musicians with tools to distribute their music globally. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, with additional offices in Burbank, Nashville, Austin, and Tokyo, TuneCore empowers artists, labels, and managers to sell music through over 150 platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, while allowing them to retain 100 percent of their sales revenue and rights for a low annual fee. In addition to music distribution, TuneCore offers music publishing administration services that assist songwriters with licensing, registration, and royalty collection. The company also features an Artist Services portal, providing resources for promotion and audience engagement. As a subsidiary of Believe SAS, TuneCore emphasizes diversity and collaboration, seeking to innovate in the music industry and support underrepresented creators.
Eye-Fi is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2005, that specializes in developing wireless memory cards designed to enhance digital photography. Its products enable seamless connectivity between digital cameras and various devices, allowing users to automatically download and organize photos and videos. The company offers a range of memory cards, including the Mobile X2, which uploads images to smartphones and tablets, and the Pro X2, which connects cameras to computers and sharing platforms. Eye-Fi's solutions are aimed at simplifying the digital photo management process, providing users with convenient options to transfer their content to online and local storage. The company's offerings are available through its online store as well as through retail distributors in several U.S. states and Canada.
Corefino Services
Series A in 2008
Corefino Services, established in 2004, specializes in delivering comprehensive outsourced accounting and finance solutions to growing businesses. Led by CEO Karen Northup, a seasoned finance executive with extensive experience as permanent and interim CFOs across various organizations, Corefino offers expertise-driven services tailored for affordability. The company uniquely combines financial acumen, best practice workflows, and advanced technology platforms to provide a suite of outsourced accounting products designed to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
Jivox Corporation is a cloud-based advertising and marketing technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2006. It specializes in data-driven solutions that enable brands to deliver personalized messages to their target audiences across multiple channels. Using advanced technologies such as big data, machine learning, and dynamic creative optimization, Jivox's omnichannel personalization platform allows brands to create and distribute thousands of hyper-personalized messages efficiently. Its proprietary IQiD technology enhances user identity management, facilitating effective personalization of dynamic creative content. The platform integrates with more than 25 data partners, providing rich datasets to enhance targeting capabilities. Jivox's solutions have been adopted by significant global brands, including Sony, REI, and Toyota, demonstrating its impact on enhancing engagement and effectiveness in digital marketing. Moreover, the company's Programmable Personalization APIs streamline workflows, further enabling seamless integration with other marketing technologies while allowing retailers and media platforms to monetize their offerings.
LifeMasters Supported SelfCare
Venture Round in 2008
LifeMasters Supported SelfCare is a prominent disease management company that specializes in creating health partnerships among individuals, their physicians, and payors. The company offers interactive disease management services, focusing on relief programs for various chronic conditions, including diabetes, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypertension, asthma, cancer, metabolic syndrome, and musculoskeletal pain. LifeMasters aims to support individuals in managing their health while providing decision support for healthcare providers and reducing costs for payors. Through its comprehensive programs, the company fosters improved health outcomes and promotes effective self-care practices.
Jivox Corporation is a cloud-based advertising and marketing technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2006. It specializes in data-driven solutions that enable brands to deliver personalized messages to their target audiences across multiple channels. Using advanced technologies such as big data, machine learning, and dynamic creative optimization, Jivox's omnichannel personalization platform allows brands to create and distribute thousands of hyper-personalized messages efficiently. Its proprietary IQiD technology enhances user identity management, facilitating effective personalization of dynamic creative content. The platform integrates with more than 25 data partners, providing rich datasets to enhance targeting capabilities. Jivox's solutions have been adopted by significant global brands, including Sony, REI, and Toyota, demonstrating its impact on enhancing engagement and effectiveness in digital marketing. Moreover, the company's Programmable Personalization APIs streamline workflows, further enabling seamless integration with other marketing technologies while allowing retailers and media platforms to monetize their offerings.
Pudding Media
Series A in 2008
Pudding Media provides turnkey mobile advertising solutions that enable mobile carriers to rapidly build and expand their advertising business. Pudding Media’s solutions include an advertising platform that delivers ads on all mobile channels, a global ad sales force and an ad network with a reach of hundreds of millions consumers. For further information, visit [www.puddingmedia.com](http://www.puddingmedia.com).
GainSpan is a company that specializes in ultra-low-power Wi-Fi technology for sensors and embedded applications. Founded in 2006 by a team of engineers who previously worked at Intel Corporation, GainSpan aims to enhance the adoption of wireless sensor networks by addressing power consumption challenges associated with traditional Wi-Fi solutions. The company's innovative semiconductor and software offerings allow devices to operate for up to ten years on a single AA battery, leveraging existing Wi-Fi infrastructure. This technology facilitates the development of connected products for various applications, including temperature monitoring for energy management and condition monitoring of industrial equipment. GainSpan's integrated system-on-chip combines multiple components, such as a radio, media access controller, and applications processor, into one compact package, thereby streamlining the creation of smart home and city solutions.
Solaredge Technologies
Series A in 2007
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for various solar photovoltaic installations. Established in 2006, the company focuses on developing module-level electronics, including power optimizers and inverters, which enhance solar power harvesting and monitoring. SolarEdge's products are designed for a wide range of applications, catering to residential, commercial, and utility-scale markets. The company also offers a cloud-based monitoring platform, allowing users to optimize and track solar energy production effectively. SolarEdge sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and electrical equipment wholesalers. With over 70% market share in the DC power optimizer segment, SolarEdge has made significant strides in promoting clean energy, having shipped millions of power optimizers to various countries and establishing a global presence across five continents.
TrustedID
Series B in 2007
TrustedID, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in proactive identity protection solutions for corporations, organizations, and government agencies. Founded in 2005, it offers products designed to detect and prevent identity theft, including IDEssentials, a comprehensive protection system, and IDFreeze, which helps users control access to their credit reports. TrustedID also provides CreditLock, ensuring that users' credit information is safeguarded from unauthorized access, and Threat Score, a service that assesses a user's risk level of identity theft. Additionally, it offers data breach response services to assist victims affected by breaches. The company's products are available through financial institutions, consumer brands, and directly via its website. In 2011, TrustedID expanded its capabilities by acquiring Unsubscribe.com and Reppler.com.
Eye-Fi is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2005, that specializes in developing wireless memory cards designed to enhance digital photography. Its products enable seamless connectivity between digital cameras and various devices, allowing users to automatically download and organize photos and videos. The company offers a range of memory cards, including the Mobile X2, which uploads images to smartphones and tablets, and the Pro X2, which connects cameras to computers and sharing platforms. Eye-Fi's solutions are aimed at simplifying the digital photo management process, providing users with convenient options to transfer their content to online and local storage. The company's offerings are available through its online store as well as through retail distributors in several U.S. states and Canada.
Hingi, Ltd. provides commerce solutions for mobile operators. It offers Hear It N' Get It, a music server that identifies the music played in radio, TV, and Internet broadcast sources, and allows the mobile users to purchase song-related materials, such as MP3 download, ring-tones, true-tones, and video clips by sending SMS with the name or short code of the content. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Pudding Media
Series A in 2007
Pudding Media provides turnkey mobile advertising solutions that enable mobile carriers to rapidly build and expand their advertising business. Pudding Media’s solutions include an advertising platform that delivers ads on all mobile channels, a global ad sales force and an ad network with a reach of hundreds of millions consumers. For further information, visit [www.puddingmedia.com](http://www.puddingmedia.com).
C-nario Ltd. is a provider of software-based digital signage solutions, offering a range of products tailored for various markets. Its main offerings include C-nario Messenger, a digital signage software for public and corporate displays; C-nario Advertiser, an advertising management platform; C-nario Entertainer, designed for managing video-based live shows; and C-nario C-sign, aimed at small and medium businesses. Additionally, the company provides C-nario Video Wall technology for multi-display environments and C-nario Collage, which enhances screen arrangement for audience engagement. C-nario serves diverse sectors, including retail, corporate, media, education, transportation, healthcare, and entertainment, with a presence in North America, the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Tel-Aviv, Israel, C-nario operates additional offices in New York, Neuilly sur Seine, and Singapore, and is a subsidiary of Disk-In Group. The company has formed strategic partnerships with several industry leaders, enhancing its capabilities and market reach.
TrustedID
Series A in 2007
TrustedID, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in proactive identity protection solutions for corporations, organizations, and government agencies. Founded in 2005, it offers products designed to detect and prevent identity theft, including IDEssentials, a comprehensive protection system, and IDFreeze, which helps users control access to their credit reports. TrustedID also provides CreditLock, ensuring that users' credit information is safeguarded from unauthorized access, and Threat Score, a service that assesses a user's risk level of identity theft. Additionally, it offers data breach response services to assist victims affected by breaches. The company's products are available through financial institutions, consumer brands, and directly via its website. In 2011, TrustedID expanded its capabilities by acquiring Unsubscribe.com and Reppler.com.
Kidaro, established in 2004, specializes in desktop virtualization solutions for enterprises. The company utilizes a patent-pending technology to create a secure, centrally managed environment across various endpoint hosts. This innovative platform allows organizations to implement industry-standard technologies while ensuring security requirements and regulatory compliance are met. Kidaro focuses on maintaining a user-friendly environment, promoting usability, and simplifying administration for its clients. Backed by Genesis Partners and Storm Ventures, the company continues to enhance its offerings to meet the evolving needs of the enterprise sector.
Spock is a technology company that operates a people search engine. It aggregates data from diverse online sources like Wikipedia, photo sites, blogs, and social networks to provide comprehensive information about individuals. Spock aims to capture the significant market share of people search queries, which it estimates to be around 30%. The company differentiates itself from competitors such as Copenda, PeekYou, LinkedIn, and Wink by focusing on extensive data collection and user engagement through features like tagging, adding pictures, web links, and voting on information relevance. Spock has secured $7 million in funding from Opus Capital and Clearstone Venture Partners to support its operations and growth.