Rho Ventures

Rho Ventures, founded in 1981 and based in New York, is a principal investment firm that focuses on venture capital investments across various sectors, including software, digital media, healthcare, and emerging technologies. The firm engages in direct investments at different stages, including seed, early, and growth capital, and prefers to invest between $5 million and $15 million. Rho Ventures aims to identify innovative companies that challenge conventional business models and take advantage of unique market opportunities. Through its division, Rho Canada Ventures, the firm also targets early-stage technology companies in Canada, leveraging a team with extensive entrepreneurial and operational expertise. Rho Ventures emphasizes a flexible investment philosophy, seeking both minority and majority stakes, and maintains a global investment approach, with particular interest in Canada and North America. The firm has backed over 200 companies, providing not only capital but also deep sector knowledge to foster the growth of its portfolio companies.

Michael Batal

Partner

Claudio Bertuccioli

Principal

Roger Chabra

General Partner

Jeffrey Grammer

Partner

Martin F. Kahn

Venture Partner

Peter Kalkanis

CFO

Doug McCormick

Operating Partner

Mark Roehrenbeck

Partner and Investor

Joshua Ruch

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Patrick Wack

Venture Partner

280 past transactions

Pawlicy Advisor

Series B in 2022
Pawlicy Advisor Inc. is a pet insurance comparison service founded in 2018 and located in New York, New York. The company specializes in helping pet owners find optimal insurance coverage by allowing them to compare breed-specific insurance plans. Pawlicy Advisor examines various options available in the market and assesses the specific risks associated with different pet breeds. This approach enables pet owners to make informed decisions, ensuring they choose the best coverage for their needs while saving money. The service aims to simplify the process of selecting pet insurance, providing clear guidance on risks, costs, and coverage options.

TrialJectory

Series A in 2022
TrialJectory Inc. is a New York-based company that has developed an AI-driven platform designed to match cancer patients with appropriate clinical trials. Founded in 2017, the platform utilizes self-reported clinical data to streamline the search and enrollment process for patients and their physicians. By connecting pharmaceutical companies with healthcare providers, TrialJectory aims to enhance the recruitment process for clinical trials, ultimately lowering operational costs and accelerating the time it takes to bring new treatments to market.

Toolio

Series A in 2021
Toolio is a cloud-based merchandising platform designed to assist retailers in navigating the complexities of the retail landscape. The platform automates essential workflows and provides real-time insights, enabling remote collaboration among teams. By leveraging machine learning and predictive analytics, Toolio offers valuable insights and facilitates streamlined merchandising operations, which helps retailers make informed, data-driven decisions regarding their merchandise. Founded by a team of former Walmart professionals, Toolio operates globally with headquarters in New York City and an office in Istanbul. The company is supported by prominent venture capitalists and apparel industry executives, reflecting its commitment to enhancing retail operations.

Aren

Venture Round in 2021
Aren, Inc. operates an artificial intelligence-powered platform that focuses on assessing and managing civil infrastructure. Based in New York, the company leverages computer vision and machine learning technologies to provide a cost-effective and automated solution for infrastructure risk management. By utilizing data-driven decision-making, Aren's platform helps engineers and asset owners minimize the risk of infrastructure failure while optimizing budgets and global infrastructure spending. Its advanced approach aims to enhance the asset management practices of engineering firms, ensuring more efficient and reliable management of civil assets.

CloudPay

Funding Round in 2021
CloudPay Solutions Limited specializes in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) payroll solutions, providing a comprehensive platform for managed global payroll services tailored for multinational organizations. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Salisbury, United Kingdom, with additional offices in several countries, CloudPay delivers end-to-end payroll management through a unified platform that ensures compliance and consistency across over 130 countries and in more than twenty-five languages. The company’s innovative approach streamlines payroll processes, reduces operational costs, and enhances visibility for organizations, making it a leader in the industry. CloudPay's expertise has been recognized through various awards, including accolades for its technology and service excellence. The company previously operated under the name Patersons Payroll Solutions Limited until its rebranding in 2012.

Blocknative

Series A in 2021
Blocknative specializes in in-flight transaction data, focusing on the critical activities that occur before a transaction is confirmed on a blockchain. This aspect of blockchain operations is both technically complex and costly to manage, allowing the company to create unique data assets that establish significant barriers to entry for competitors. The firm offers a decentralized application development platform that allows developers to integrate an embedded JavaScript widget, simplifying complex blockchain interactions and enhancing user experiences. Blocknative has successfully attracted a diverse clientele, including decentralized applications (DApps), wallets, exchanges, and service providers. The company's experienced team has a strong background in developing high-scale software infrastructure and has previously achieved successful outcomes in the startup space.

TrialJectory

Series A in 2021
TrialJectory Inc. is a New York-based company that has developed an AI-driven platform designed to match cancer patients with appropriate clinical trials. Founded in 2017, the platform utilizes self-reported clinical data to streamline the search and enrollment process for patients and their physicians. By connecting pharmaceutical companies with healthcare providers, TrialJectory aims to enhance the recruitment process for clinical trials, ultimately lowering operational costs and accelerating the time it takes to bring new treatments to market.

Nanit

Series C in 2021
Nanit is a company that specializes in developing advanced monitoring devices utilizing artificial intelligence and computer vision to track and analyze baby sleep behavior and patterns. Their innovative products include a camera that provides real-time monitoring and analysis of sleep, offering parents valuable insights, behavioral analysis, expert advice, and nightly video summaries. This technology is designed to enhance the parenting experience by delivering smarter and safer solutions for caring for infants. The Nanit team is composed of experts from diverse backgrounds, including scientists, designers, and professionals from prominent companies, all dedicated to creating tools that support parents during the early months of a child's life.

Pawlicy Advisor

Series A in 2021
Pawlicy Advisor Inc. is a pet insurance comparison service founded in 2018 and located in New York, New York. The company specializes in helping pet owners find optimal insurance coverage by allowing them to compare breed-specific insurance plans. Pawlicy Advisor examines various options available in the market and assesses the specific risks associated with different pet breeds. This approach enables pet owners to make informed decisions, ensuring they choose the best coverage for their needs while saving money. The service aims to simplify the process of selecting pet insurance, providing clear guidance on risks, costs, and coverage options.

Seated

Venture Round in 2020
Seated Technologies, Inc. operates a mobile restaurant discovery application that incentivizes users for dining out. The Seated app features a curated selection of over 1,200 restaurants across 14 cities in the United States, allowing users to filter options by location, cuisine, and price. It provides functionalities for users to make reservations in advance or utilize a walk-in feature for spontaneous dining. Additionally, users earn rewards ranging from $10 to $50 for each reservation made at a restaurant for the first time, which can be redeemed with various brands including Amazon, Lyft, and Starbucks. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the application is accessible on both the App Store and Google Play.

Nanit

Series B in 2020
Nanit is a company that specializes in developing advanced monitoring devices utilizing artificial intelligence and computer vision to track and analyze baby sleep behavior and patterns. Their innovative products include a camera that provides real-time monitoring and analysis of sleep, offering parents valuable insights, behavioral analysis, expert advice, and nightly video summaries. This technology is designed to enhance the parenting experience by delivering smarter and safer solutions for caring for infants. The Nanit team is composed of experts from diverse backgrounds, including scientists, designers, and professionals from prominent companies, all dedicated to creating tools that support parents during the early months of a child's life.

Dexai Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Dexai Robotics, Inc. is a company that designs and develops artificial intelligence robotics specifically for commercial kitchen automation. Founded in 2018 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, Dexai focuses on streamlining operations within the food industry. The company's customized robots utilize advanced AI technology, machine vision, and machine learning to automate food assembly tasks. These robots can efficiently scoop or pick ingredients to prepare dishes like salads, ensuring that recipes remain unchanged. By simplifying daily operations in quick-serve restaurants and commercial kitchens, Dexai aims to enhance efficiency and productivity in the food service sector.

Vertoe

Convertible Note in 2019
Vertoe is the world's leading on-demand, short-term storage service that offers 500+ secure locations to store your bags and personal items across 50+ cities. With rates starting at a minimum of $5.95 per day coupled with the best in industry insurance of $5000, you can secure your items affordably and get the freedom to experience anywhere, anytime instantly.

Passport

Series D in 2019
Passport is a cloud tech startup that delivers intelligent data to its customers. Passport transforms mobility management with a single platform to help create an open parking ecosystem. The company's goal is to help cities bring payments into apps users already have on hand while providing management and reporting tools, creating an easy-to-manage and efficient mobility operation for the future. Passport is backed by a group of investors, including Bain Capital Ventures, Grotech Ventures, MK Capital, and Relevance Capital. It was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Passport

Series D in 2019
Passport is a cloud tech startup that delivers intelligent data to its customers. Passport transforms mobility management with a single platform to help create an open parking ecosystem. The company's goal is to help cities bring payments into apps users already have on hand while providing management and reporting tools, creating an easy-to-manage and efficient mobility operation for the future. Passport is backed by a group of investors, including Bain Capital Ventures, Grotech Ventures, MK Capital, and Relevance Capital. It was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Kasisto

Series B in 2019
Kasisto, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a conversational platform for financial institutions, enabling them to enhance customer engagement through virtual personal assistants. Its core offering, KAI, is a digital experience platform that facilitates the creation of branded virtual assistants and chatbots capable of delivering personalized experiences across various channels, including mobile apps, websites, and voice-activated devices. The platform includes solutions such as KAI Consumer Banking, which offers engaging experiences for users, and KAI Business Banking, providing immediate access to crucial financial information and services. Additionally, KAI Investment Management helps customers articulate their financial goals and receive tailored insights. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Kasisto also has offices in Mountain View, California, and Singapore, positioning itself as a key player in improving customer interactions in the banking sector.

Dashlane

Series D in 2019
Dashlane Inc. specializes in password management and secure digital wallet solutions aimed at simplifying and securing users' online identities. Founded in 2009 and based in New York, with additional offices in Paris and Lisbon, Dashlane offers a comprehensive password manager that allows users to import and securely store passwords, autofill forms, and make payments without manual entry. Its features include strong password generation, automatic login, and a digital wallet that captures purchase receipts. Dashlane also provides business solutions designed to enhance password security and mitigate the risks of insecure password sharing. With a user-friendly application available on multiple platforms and in 11 languages, Dashlane has gained the trust of over 10 million users across 180 countries. The company has raised significant venture funding to further develop its offerings for a safer online experience.

Enerkem

Corporate Round in 2019
Enerkem Inc., a development stage company, focuses on the development and production of renewable biofuels and chemicals from waste. The company primarily focuses on the commercial production of cellulosic ethanol. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts waste into biofuels and chemicals. The company has a strategic partnership with NOVA Chemicals Corporation. The company is based in Montreal, Canada.

Plotly

Series B in 2018
Plotly, Inc. is a data science and AI company based in Montreal, Canada, that offers an online platform for data analysis and visualization. Its tools are designed for a diverse audience, including scientists, students, engineers, and analysts, allowing them to analyze, simulate, and graph various data formats such as Excel spreadsheets, CSV, TSV, and Matlab files. Plotly simplifies the creation and sharing of interactive web applications and visualizations, enabling users to leverage these capabilities across different programming languages. The company aims to integrate data science into business applications, making advanced analytics accessible and practical for a wider range of users.

Auvik Networks

Series C in 2018
Auvik’s cloud-based software simplifies and automates network monitoring and management for IT managed service providers. Auvik gives MSPs better visibility, documentation, and monitoring for their client networks, and automates many time-consuming network tasks. With Auvik, MSPs have an efficient and profitable way to manage their client networks. Visit www.auvik.com or follow @AuvikNetworks on Twitter. Auvik is a registered trademark of Auvik Networks Inc.

Resson

Series C in 2018
Resson Aerospace is a bioinformatics and data analytics company, delivering customized agriculture solutions for large corporate clients. Utilizing recent advances in large-scale cloud-based data processing, swarm robotics, and advanced data analytics, its proprietary Resson Agricultural Management and Analytics System gives the agricultural operator analytical insight and dynamic control over the farm area. Resson Aerospace’s Resson Agricultural Management and Analytics System, data-driven agriculture solution, analyzes crop metrics to assess crop status and health, providing operators with the information required to optimize agricultural operations, improve efficiency, boost yields, and maximize profitability. It is headquartered in Fredericton, N.B.

CloudPay

Series C in 2018
CloudPay Solutions Limited specializes in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) payroll solutions, providing a comprehensive platform for managed global payroll services tailored for multinational organizations. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Salisbury, United Kingdom, with additional offices in several countries, CloudPay delivers end-to-end payroll management through a unified platform that ensures compliance and consistency across over 130 countries and in more than twenty-five languages. The company’s innovative approach streamlines payroll processes, reduces operational costs, and enhances visibility for organizations, making it a leader in the industry. CloudPay's expertise has been recognized through various awards, including accolades for its technology and service excellence. The company previously operated under the name Patersons Payroll Solutions Limited until its rebranding in 2012.

BounceX

Series B in 2018
Wunderkind is a prominent performance marketing engine that specializes in delivering personalized experiences for digital businesses. By utilizing people-based marketing, Wunderkind enables companies to effectively recognize and engage users, facilitating the delivery of tailored messages across websites, emails, texts, and advertisements. This approach allows brands to achieve high levels of engagement at an unprecedented scale. Notably, Wunderkind generates approximately $1.2 billion in directly attributable revenue for major e-commerce clients, often ranking as one of their top revenue-generating channels. The company's focus on return on investment positions it as a crucial link between consumers and brands in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

Enerkem

Corporate Round in 2018
Enerkem Inc., a development stage company, focuses on the development and production of renewable biofuels and chemicals from waste. The company primarily focuses on the commercial production of cellulosic ethanol. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts waste into biofuels and chemicals. The company has a strategic partnership with NOVA Chemicals Corporation. The company is based in Montreal, Canada.

Convercent

Series E in 2017
Convercent, Inc. is a provider of an ethics and compliance cloud platform designed to assist enterprises in managing their ethical and regulatory responsibilities. The company’s Ethics Cloud platform serves as a centralized solution for comprehensive ethics and compliance management, enabling organizations to transition from reactive to proactive compliance strategies. Its suite of applications includes tools for helpline and case management, campaigns, learning, policy management, disclosures, and insights. This platform allows businesses to engage employees, assess organizational risks, and enhance overall ethical performance. Convercent serves a diverse clientele, including notable companies such as Microsoft, Tesla, and Capgemini, and has nearly 600 global customers across various industries. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with an additional office in London, Convercent emphasizes the importance of integrating ethics into the core of organizational practices.

Sportlogiq

Series A in 2017
Sportlogiq Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven sports analytics software. Founded in 2014, the firm focuses on providing teams, broadcasters, analysts, and fans with tools to enhance their understanding of sports through advanced data analysis. By utilizing standard broadcast feeds, Sportlogiq's technology tracks player movements and actions in real time, offering valuable insights that can inform game strategies and enhance storytelling for media professionals. This capability allows teams to analyze performance effectively and enables broadcasters to engage their audiences with richer, data-driven content. Overall, Sportlogiq aims to transform how sports data is captured and interpreted, facilitating deeper engagement with the game.

Auvik Networks

Series B in 2017
Auvik’s cloud-based software simplifies and automates network monitoring and management for IT managed service providers. Auvik gives MSPs better visibility, documentation, and monitoring for their client networks, and automates many time-consuming network tasks. With Auvik, MSPs have an efficient and profitable way to manage their client networks. Visit www.auvik.com or follow @AuvikNetworks on Twitter. Auvik is a registered trademark of Auvik Networks Inc.

Figure 1

Series B in 2017
Figure 1, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops a mobile application facilitating the sharing of medical images and case studies among healthcare professionals. Founded in 2012, the application allows physicians, medical students, nurses, and emergency medical technicians to connect globally, view, discuss, and share patient cases for educational and diagnostic purposes. The platform promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing across various medical specialties, enhancing real-time consultation and improving patient outcomes. With a growing global community of millions of users, Figure 1 serves as a vital resource for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their learning and practice.

CloudPay

Venture Round in 2017
CloudPay Solutions Limited specializes in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) payroll solutions, providing a comprehensive platform for managed global payroll services tailored for multinational organizations. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Salisbury, United Kingdom, with additional offices in several countries, CloudPay delivers end-to-end payroll management through a unified platform that ensures compliance and consistency across over 130 countries and in more than twenty-five languages. The company’s innovative approach streamlines payroll processes, reduces operational costs, and enhances visibility for organizations, making it a leader in the industry. CloudPay's expertise has been recognized through various awards, including accolades for its technology and service excellence. The company previously operated under the name Patersons Payroll Solutions Limited until its rebranding in 2012.

ChargePoint

Series G in 2017
ChargePoint, Inc. operates a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging stations, primarily based in California, with additional offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2007 and originally named Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded to ChargePoint in December 2012. It is recognized as a leader in the electric vehicle charging sector, providing public charging stations and consumer subscription plans. ChargePoint also offers utility grid management technology to assist electric utility companies in balancing demand on the grid. Through its extensive network, the company aims to increase accessibility to electric vehicle charging and support the growing adoption of electric mobility.

Resson

Series B in 2016
Resson Aerospace is a bioinformatics and data analytics company, delivering customized agriculture solutions for large corporate clients. Utilizing recent advances in large-scale cloud-based data processing, swarm robotics, and advanced data analytics, its proprietary Resson Agricultural Management and Analytics System gives the agricultural operator analytical insight and dynamic control over the farm area. Resson Aerospace’s Resson Agricultural Management and Analytics System, data-driven agriculture solution, analyzes crop metrics to assess crop status and health, providing operators with the information required to optimize agricultural operations, improve efficiency, boost yields, and maximize profitability. It is headquartered in Fredericton, N.B.

Dashlane

Series C in 2016
Dashlane Inc. specializes in password management and secure digital wallet solutions aimed at simplifying and securing users' online identities. Founded in 2009 and based in New York, with additional offices in Paris and Lisbon, Dashlane offers a comprehensive password manager that allows users to import and securely store passwords, autofill forms, and make payments without manual entry. Its features include strong password generation, automatic login, and a digital wallet that captures purchase receipts. Dashlane also provides business solutions designed to enhance password security and mitigate the risks of insecure password sharing. With a user-friendly application available on multiple platforms and in 11 languages, Dashlane has gained the trust of over 10 million users across 180 countries. The company has raised significant venture funding to further develop its offerings for a safer online experience.

Sociable

Seed Round in 2016
Sociable gets to know you better than anyone else by taking into account your ever-changing moods and opinions. It then invents activities that you can't help but say yes to. For each get-together, Sociable decides what to do, when to meet, and even who to invite, taking care of everything else that follows.

Exact Media

Series A in 2016
Launched in 2013, Exact Media has more than doubled its distribution each year. Unlike traditional methods of direct mail who offer unqualified deal-seekers with junk mail and free offers, Exact Media finely targets active online purchasers based on their actual purchases and other clearly-defined criteria. This results in high conversion to purchase - which, after all, is the goal of any trial program. With offices in New York, Toronto and Cincinnati, Exact Media works with top brands and retailers throughout North America and Asia. Stay tuned for news on our further global expansion. The Exact Media team is a combination of young leaders and experienced veterans in the e-commerce and consumer marketing space.

Tapjoy

Series E in 2016
Tapjoy is a mobile engagement and monetization platform that provides services to advertisers and app developers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a suite of rewarded advertising options, including video and rich media ads, designed to enhance brand performance. Tapjoy's technology is integrated into over 15,000 mobile applications, reaching approximately 520 million monthly active users. The platform enables app developers to effectively acquire and monetize users while helping advertisers target specific consumer segments through predictive analytics. Recognized for its impact, Tapjoy's Interplay ads have been shown to deliver significant lifts in brand metrics. The company collaborates with Fortune 500 brands and leading app developers to drive user engagement and revenue growth.

Confirm

Seed Round in 2016
Instant ID verification that is simple, safe & secure. Run ID authentication checks on any government issued ID using our RESTful API. Confirm authenticates with advanced forensics, extracts ID information for easy use, and retains zero personal information. Confirm.io makes authenticating a government issued ID easy, fast & secure. Our simple API lets you integrate in minutes, and confirm a person’s identity for any transaction that requires or benefits from proof of identity. https://confirm.wistia.com/medias/kxyi9dlhiq

Vidyo

Series E in 2015
Vidyo, Inc. specializes in high-definition video conferencing software that facilitates universal visual communication. Its suite of products includes VidyoDesktop, which allows users on Windows, Mac, and Linux to engage in video conferences from various locations, and VidyoWeb, a browser extension enabling conference participation from desktop and laptop computers. Additionally, VidyoRoom Solutions offer tailored in-office video conferencing experiences for hybrid teams, while VidyoMobile provides high-quality conferencing capabilities for mobile devices. VidyoSlate allows users to share and annotate content during conferences. The company serves diverse sectors including healthcare, education, government, and enterprise, emphasizing the importance of video communication in enhancing productivity and collaboration. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Hackensack, New Jersey, Vidyo has expanded its presence worldwide with offices in multiple countries. As of 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Enghouse Systems Limited.

Meta

Series A in 2015
Meta is a company focused on transforming the experience and consumption of scientific knowledge through artificial intelligence. It provides an AI-based search engine that efficiently organizes and analyzes scientific research papers, allowing researchers to sort and access new publications based on specific subject matter. By offering powerful insights into the trajectories of science and technology, Meta aims to make all scientific knowledge computable, thus supporting innovators across the scientific ecosystem. The company's mission centers on unlocking the world's scientific and technical insights, facilitating a more comprehensive understanding of complex information.

Augur

Seed Round in 2015
Augur Technologies Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in device recognition services for businesses. The company develops a suite of application program interfaces (APIs) that allow organizations to identify web and mobile devices as well as consumers across various domains and devices. Augur primarily serves Ad-Tech agencies by providing cross-device and cross-channel attribution analytics, enabling them to track user interactions more effectively. Additionally, its tools help enhance security by authenticating users by device, thereby preventing unauthorized access to payment, banking, and application accounts.

Figure 1

Series A in 2015
Figure 1, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops a mobile application facilitating the sharing of medical images and case studies among healthcare professionals. Founded in 2012, the application allows physicians, medical students, nurses, and emergency medical technicians to connect globally, view, discuss, and share patient cases for educational and diagnostic purposes. The platform promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing across various medical specialties, enhancing real-time consultation and improving patient outcomes. With a growing global community of millions of users, Figure 1 serves as a vital resource for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their learning and practice.

AirVM

Series A in 2015
The AirVM solution addresses the global ICT need to better manage and monetize cloud services across different hybrid cloud technologies. The AirVM platform focuses on business management, allowing enterprises and managed service providers to leverage multiple private and public cloud technologies.

Frank & Oak

Series C in 2015
Frank & Oak is a vertically integrated online menswear brand with premium threads and a simple, integrated, and personalized shopping experience. Every month, Frank & Oak offers members a limited feed of premium clothing and accessories. Our curators act as a lifestyle partner, offering style advice, personalized product suggestions, and an easy-to-use shopping platform. Since launching in February 2012, the brand has seen tremendous growth, momentum, and media coverage for both its garments and its unique membership experience.

Tesora

Series B in 2015
Tesora, Inc. operates a Database as a Service (DBaaS) platform designed to assist administrators and DevOps teams in managing multiple databases using a unified infrastructure. The platform leverages OpenStack Trove, enabling OpenStack administrators to provide end users with an on-demand managed service for various databases, including MySQL. Tesora’s solution emphasizes security, availability, performance, and disaster recovery, making it suitable for deployment in both cloud environments and data centers. Founded in 2010 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company was previously known as ParElastic Corporation before rebranding in 2014. With a team that boasts over 200 years of combined experience in database technology, Tesora has developed innovations that allow for the scaling of traditional relational databases without code modifications, offering unique multitenancy support. The company is committed to collaborating with the OpenStack community to deliver an enterprise-class open DBaaS platform, reflecting its dedication to enhancing database management capabilities. As of February 2017, Tesora operates as a subsidiary of Stratoscale Ltd.

Philo

Series B in 2015
Philo is an entertainment-focused streaming service that aims to enhance the television viewing experience. Inspired by Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor of electronic television, the company initially targeted the college market as a testing ground for its innovative TV platform. Philo provides a selection of channels and content tailored to the preferences of its audience. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Cambridge, Massachusetts. Philo has attracted investments from several notable firms, including New Enterprise Associates, Rho Ventures, and Home Box Office Inc.

Plotly

Series A in 2015
Plotly, Inc. is a data science and AI company based in Montreal, Canada, that offers an online platform for data analysis and visualization. Its tools are designed for a diverse audience, including scientists, students, engineers, and analysts, allowing them to analyze, simulate, and graph various data formats such as Excel spreadsheets, CSV, TSV, and Matlab files. Plotly simplifies the creation and sharing of interactive web applications and visualizations, enabling users to leverage these capabilities across different programming languages. The company aims to integrate data science into business applications, making advanced analytics accessible and practical for a wider range of users.

Keaton Row

Series A in 2015
Keaton Row specializes in the fields of personal styling, E-commerce, fashion merchandising, and fashion editorial. It brings the one on one relationship between a stylist and a client online. The company's stylists work directly with women to help them build versatile everyday wardrobes comprised of fewer, better pieces by guiding them to make meaningful purchases each season. By styling new purchases with pieces they already own, they help them define their unique styles so they never have to wonder what to wear—or how to wear it—again. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, United States.

Resson

Series A in 2014
Resson Aerospace is a bioinformatics and data analytics company, delivering customized agriculture solutions for large corporate clients. Utilizing recent advances in large-scale cloud-based data processing, swarm robotics, and advanced data analytics, its proprietary Resson Agricultural Management and Analytics System gives the agricultural operator analytical insight and dynamic control over the farm area. Resson Aerospace’s Resson Agricultural Management and Analytics System, data-driven agriculture solution, analyzes crop metrics to assess crop status and health, providing operators with the information required to optimize agricultural operations, improve efficiency, boost yields, and maximize profitability. It is headquartered in Fredericton, N.B.

Frank & Oak

Series B in 2014
Frank & Oak is a vertically integrated online menswear brand with premium threads and a simple, integrated, and personalized shopping experience. Every month, Frank & Oak offers members a limited feed of premium clothing and accessories. Our curators act as a lifestyle partner, offering style advice, personalized product suggestions, and an easy-to-use shopping platform. Since launching in February 2012, the brand has seen tremendous growth, momentum, and media coverage for both its garments and its unique membership experience.

Plotly

Series A in 2014
Plotly, Inc. is a data science and AI company based in Montreal, Canada, that offers an online platform for data analysis and visualization. Its tools are designed for a diverse audience, including scientists, students, engineers, and analysts, allowing them to analyze, simulate, and graph various data formats such as Excel spreadsheets, CSV, TSV, and Matlab files. Plotly simplifies the creation and sharing of interactive web applications and visualizations, enabling users to leverage these capabilities across different programming languages. The company aims to integrate data science into business applications, making advanced analytics accessible and practical for a wider range of users.

Figure 1

Series A in 2014
Figure 1, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops a mobile application facilitating the sharing of medical images and case studies among healthcare professionals. Founded in 2012, the application allows physicians, medical students, nurses, and emergency medical technicians to connect globally, view, discuss, and share patient cases for educational and diagnostic purposes. The platform promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing across various medical specialties, enhancing real-time consultation and improving patient outcomes. With a growing global community of millions of users, Figure 1 serves as a vital resource for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their learning and practice.

Vidyo

Series E in 2014
Vidyo, Inc. specializes in high-definition video conferencing software that facilitates universal visual communication. Its suite of products includes VidyoDesktop, which allows users on Windows, Mac, and Linux to engage in video conferences from various locations, and VidyoWeb, a browser extension enabling conference participation from desktop and laptop computers. Additionally, VidyoRoom Solutions offer tailored in-office video conferencing experiences for hybrid teams, while VidyoMobile provides high-quality conferencing capabilities for mobile devices. VidyoSlate allows users to share and annotate content during conferences. The company serves diverse sectors including healthcare, education, government, and enterprise, emphasizing the importance of video communication in enhancing productivity and collaboration. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Hackensack, New Jersey, Vidyo has expanded its presence worldwide with offices in multiple countries. As of 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Enghouse Systems Limited.

Senseonics

Venture Round in 2014
Senseonics Holdings, Inc. is a medical technology company based in Germantown, Maryland, specializing in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems for individuals with diabetes, primarily in Europe. Founded in 1996, the company develops advanced implantable CGM products, including Eversense and Eversense XL, which monitor glucose levels for up to 90 and 180 days, respectively. Using innovative fluorescence sensing technology, these systems are designed to provide high accuracy and stability throughout their extended sensor life. The company aims to empower people with diabetes to manage their condition more effectively and confidently through its CGM solutions, which also include a smart transmitter and a mobile app. A significant portion of Senseonics' revenue is generated from markets outside the United States.

Nuventix

Debt Financing in 2014
Nuventix is an active thermal management solutions company located in Austin, Texas. The Nuventix-developed SynJet® module is a newly patented synthetic jet cooling technology that utilizes turbulent pulses of air generated from an electromagnetic actuator. Based on early success with computer cooling, Nuventix's innovative approach to LED cooling is propelling that market forward two years ahead of analyst estimates - truly affecting the industry and allowing general illumination designs to harvest the efficiencies of the LED.

Dashlane

Series B in 2014
Dashlane Inc. specializes in password management and secure digital wallet solutions aimed at simplifying and securing users' online identities. Founded in 2009 and based in New York, with additional offices in Paris and Lisbon, Dashlane offers a comprehensive password manager that allows users to import and securely store passwords, autofill forms, and make payments without manual entry. Its features include strong password generation, automatic login, and a digital wallet that captures purchase receipts. Dashlane also provides business solutions designed to enhance password security and mitigate the risks of insecure password sharing. With a user-friendly application available on multiple platforms and in 11 languages, Dashlane has gained the trust of over 10 million users across 180 countries. The company has raised significant venture funding to further develop its offerings for a safer online experience.

ChargePoint

Series E in 2014
ChargePoint, Inc. operates a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging stations, primarily based in California, with additional offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2007 and originally named Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded to ChargePoint in December 2012. It is recognized as a leader in the electric vehicle charging sector, providing public charging stations and consumer subscription plans. ChargePoint also offers utility grid management technology to assist electric utility companies in balancing demand on the grid. Through its extensive network, the company aims to increase accessibility to electric vehicle charging and support the growing adoption of electric mobility.

Nora Therapeutics

Series B in 2014
Nora Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company that focuses on developing therapeutics to address unmet needs in reproductive medicine. Its product includes NT100, a biologic agent similar to a naturally occurring protein in the female reproductive tract that may reduce the risk of miscarriage by optimizing maternal-fetal immune tolerance in women who have a history of unexplained recurrent miscarriage. Nora Therapeutics, Inc. was formerly known as Nora, LLC. The company was founded in 1992 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Shadow Networks

Series A in 2014
Shadow Networks, Inc. is a privately-held company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in security solutions for enterprise and government networks. Established in 2010, the company offers a range of services, including wireless internet, cybersecurity, web design, and hosting. Its flagship product, ShadowBox, is an appliance that creates large-scale simulated hosts and networks to enhance security without compromising actual network performance. The company focuses on developing Active Threat Deception™ solutions to address sophisticated cyber threats, particularly Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), which remain undetected by many existing security measures. With a management team composed of former executives from leading networking and security firms, Shadow Networks leverages over five years of government-funded research and proven technologies deployed at the U.S. Department of Defense. This innovative approach aims to improve the detection and mitigation of complex cyber attacks, ultimately transforming the security landscape for enterprises and government agencies.

Aislelabs

Seed Round in 2014
Aislelabs is a technology company assisting retailers to achieve better and increased sales through the power of big data analytics. We assist our clients understand customer traffic patterns inside and outside their physical stores in ways never before possible. This deeper understanding empowers our suite of products to offer highly personalized marketing messages tailored for individual customers. Our technology results in more intelligent store operations, increased sales and higher customer satisfaction. We serve boutique retailers, large stores, cafes, restaurants, commercial spaces and event venues of all sizes.

SolarBridge Technologies

Series E in 2014
SolarBridge Technologies, originally founded as SmartSpark Energy Systems in 2004, specializes in power electronics technologies developed at the University of Illinois. In 2009, the company shifted its focus to the solar industry, offering advanced microinverter and monitoring solutions. With major research and development facilities in Champaign, Illinois, and a corporate headquarters in Austin, Texas, SolarBridge is led by experienced professionals from both industry and academia. The company's mission centers on reducing the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) for solar installations by enhancing reliability, boosting energy production, and streamlining installation processes.

SmartSkin Technologies

Series A in 2014
Smart Skin Technologies Inc. is a technology development company based in Fredericton, Canada, with an additional office in Munich, Germany. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in the development and commercialization of a pressure-sensitive skin technology applicable across various sectors. Its primary product, Quantifeel, is a packaging pressure monitoring system designed to measure line pressure and 3D orientation in diverse packaging environments, including glass, cans, and PET. Additionally, Smart Skin Technologies is advancing patent-pending pressure sensing technology for industrial uses and applications in sports, highlighting its commitment to innovation in touch-sensitive materials.

AqueSys

Series D in 2014
AqueSys, Inc. is an ophthalmic company based in Aliso Viejo, California, that specializes in developing and commercializing innovative implantable devices for glaucoma treatment. The company's primary product, the XEN gel stent, facilitates the outflow of aqueous humor from the anterior chamber to the subconjunctival space, effectively lowering intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma. Established in 2005, AqueSys operates as a subsidiary of Allergan plc, focusing on addressing the challenges associated with managing glaucoma through its advanced medical technology. The XEN gel stent represents a significant advancement in glaucoma treatment, providing an alternative pathway for excess fluid to exit the eye and enhancing patient outcomes.

inPowered

Pre Seed Round in 2014
inPowered, Inc. is an earned advertising platform that leverages artificial intelligence to help brands amplify expert recommendations and content across the web and social media. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, the company enables marketers to discover valuable stories about their brands, create and manage advertising campaigns, and measure their effectiveness. Its solutions are designed to improve brand perception, drive lead generation, and enhance user engagement. The platform is utilized by both Fortune 500 companies and small to medium-sized businesses, offering tools for content distribution and optimization to reach targeted audiences effectively. Through its advanced technology, inPowered aims to deliver measurable business outcomes and improve the overall impact of content marketing efforts.

Figure 1

Seed Round in 2013
Figure 1, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops a mobile application facilitating the sharing of medical images and case studies among healthcare professionals. Founded in 2012, the application allows physicians, medical students, nurses, and emergency medical technicians to connect globally, view, discuss, and share patient cases for educational and diagnostic purposes. The platform promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing across various medical specialties, enhancing real-time consultation and improving patient outcomes. With a growing global community of millions of users, Figure 1 serves as a vital resource for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their learning and practice.

August Pro

Series A in 2013
August Pro, a division of August Home, specializes in providing smart home access solutions tailored for professional installers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, August Home develops advanced smart home products, including the flagship August Smart Lock, which replaces traditional keys with smartphone-controlled access. This technology allows users to create virtual keys for their homes, granting temporary access to house cleaners, dog walkers, delivery services, and others, all managed through a mobile app. The company's products are designed to enhance home security and convenience, enabling homeowners to monitor and control access from anywhere in the world. August Home operates as a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY AB, further strengthening its position in the smart home market.

Analyze Re

Series A in 2013
Analyze Re Inc. is a Canadian company based in Halifax, founded in 2013, that specializes in software-as-a-service solutions for the reinsurance industry. It offers a high-performance computing platform designed for portfolio risk management and pricing optimization. The company's software provides real-time analytics, enabling reinsurers to process large volumes of complex data and make informed decisions about pricing and portfolio management. By facilitating faster and more accurate decision-making, Analyze Re aims to modernize the data analysis processes within the reinsurance sector. As of October 2016, Analyze Re operates as a subsidiary of AIR Worldwide Corporation.

Convercent

Series B in 2013
Convercent, Inc. is a provider of an ethics and compliance cloud platform designed to assist enterprises in managing their ethical and regulatory responsibilities. The company’s Ethics Cloud platform serves as a centralized solution for comprehensive ethics and compliance management, enabling organizations to transition from reactive to proactive compliance strategies. Its suite of applications includes tools for helpline and case management, campaigns, learning, policy management, disclosures, and insights. This platform allows businesses to engage employees, assess organizational risks, and enhance overall ethical performance. Convercent serves a diverse clientele, including notable companies such as Microsoft, Tesla, and Capgemini, and has nearly 600 global customers across various industries. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with an additional office in London, Convercent emphasizes the importance of integrating ethics into the core of organizational practices.

Inotek Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2013
Inotek Pharmaceuticals is developing molecules with novel mechanisms of action to fulfill major unmet medical needs in significant diseases of the eye. Complete loss of vision or vision impairment currently affects 3.3 million people over the age of 40 in the United States, with the most common diseases including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), glaucoma, cataract and diabetic retinopathy. With the continued aging of the population, the National Eye Institute projects that this number will grow to 5.5 million people by the year 2020.

Inotek Pharmaceuticals

Debt Financing in 2013
Inotek Pharmaceuticals is developing molecules with novel mechanisms of action to fulfill major unmet medical needs in significant diseases of the eye. Complete loss of vision or vision impairment currently affects 3.3 million people over the age of 40 in the United States, with the most common diseases including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), glaucoma, cataract and diabetic retinopathy. With the continued aging of the population, the National Eye Institute projects that this number will grow to 5.5 million people by the year 2020.

TechStyle, Inc.

Series C in 2013
TechStyle, Inc. is a global fashion and lifestyle retailer that designs, manufactures, and sells footwear, jewelry, handbags, and apparel for women. The company operates several brands, including Fabletics, JustFab, ShoeDazzle, and FabKids, and provides customers with the option to create personalized style profiles for tailored shopping experiences. Founded in 2009 and based in El Segundo, California, TechStyle also has offices in Berlin, Barcelona, and London. The company combines advanced technology with contemporary fashion trends to enhance the shopping experience for its millions of customers, including 5 million VIP members. TechStyle's products are available through various retail outlets and online, reaching markets in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands.

Karma Gaming

Series A in 2013
Karma Gaming, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, specializes in developing video games for regulated lotteries. With over 30 years of combined gaming industry experience, the company creates an online gaming platform that offers customers the chance to win cash prizes. By integrating casual and social game mechanics, Karma Gaming appeals to a broad audience while providing an engaging way to participate in lottery games. Their expertise in the gaming sector ensures a deep understanding of both player preferences and regulatory requirements in the lottery space.

Keaton Row

Seed Round in 2013
Keaton Row specializes in the fields of personal styling, E-commerce, fashion merchandising, and fashion editorial. It brings the one on one relationship between a stylist and a client online. The company's stylists work directly with women to help them build versatile everyday wardrobes comprised of fewer, better pieces by guiding them to make meaningful purchases each season. By styling new purchases with pieces they already own, they help them define their unique styles so they never have to wonder what to wear—or how to wear it—again. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, United States.

Plotly

Seed Round in 2013
Plotly, Inc. is a data science and AI company based in Montreal, Canada, that offers an online platform for data analysis and visualization. Its tools are designed for a diverse audience, including scientists, students, engineers, and analysts, allowing them to analyze, simulate, and graph various data formats such as Excel spreadsheets, CSV, TSV, and Matlab files. Plotly simplifies the creation and sharing of interactive web applications and visualizations, enabling users to leverage these capabilities across different programming languages. The company aims to integrate data science into business applications, making advanced analytics accessible and practical for a wider range of users.

Mandalay Sports Media

Private Equity Round in 2013
Mandalay Sports Media is a sports-focused content and media company that creates high quality and high volume programming in all formats for traditional and emerging media platforms. It is a diversified content and media company that specializes in creating high-quality sports programming for all platforms. MSM also creates, acquires, and invests in businesses and assets across the media landscape. Since its founding in 2012, MSM has produced content for ESPN, HBO, Netflix, Showtime, NFL Network, Turner Sports, E!, ABC, CBS, FOX, Yahoo, Xbox, VICE, go90, AOL, and many others. MSM continues to develop and produce numerous projects for major television, digital, sports, and feature film entities.

NGM Biopharmaceuticals

Series C in 2013
NGM Biopharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing innovative therapeutics for various diseases, including cardio-metabolic, liver, oncologic, and ophthalmic conditions. The company is advancing several product candidates, such as Aldafermin, currently in Phase 2b trials for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), and NGM313, an antibody in Phase 1b trials aimed at treating type 2 diabetes and NASH. Other notable candidates include NGM395 for metabolic syndrome, NGM120 targeting cancer anorexia/cachexia syndrome, NGM217 to enhance insulin production in diabetes patients, and NGM621 for addressing dry age-related macular degeneration. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in South San Francisco, NGM Biopharmaceuticals is committed to leveraging insights from human clinical and genetic studies to develop transformative therapies, particularly focusing on the gastrointestinal endocrine system and its role in metabolic diseases. The company collaborates with Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp for research and product development initiatives.

Philo

Series A in 2013
Philo is an entertainment-focused streaming service that aims to enhance the television viewing experience. Inspired by Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor of electronic television, the company initially targeted the college market as a testing ground for its innovative TV platform. Philo provides a selection of channels and content tailored to the preferences of its audience. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Cambridge, Massachusetts. Philo has attracted investments from several notable firms, including New Enterprise Associates, Rho Ventures, and Home Box Office Inc.

Enerkem

Private Equity Round in 2013
Enerkem Inc., a development stage company, focuses on the development and production of renewable biofuels and chemicals from waste. The company primarily focuses on the commercial production of cellulosic ethanol. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts waste into biofuels and chemicals. The company has a strategic partnership with NOVA Chemicals Corporation. The company is based in Montreal, Canada.

Karma Gaming

Series A in 2013
Karma Gaming, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, specializes in developing video games for regulated lotteries. With over 30 years of combined gaming industry experience, the company creates an online gaming platform that offers customers the chance to win cash prizes. By integrating casual and social game mechanics, Karma Gaming appeals to a broad audience while providing an engaging way to participate in lottery games. Their expertise in the gaming sector ensures a deep understanding of both player preferences and regulatory requirements in the lottery space.

Convey Computer

Private Equity Round in 2013
Convey Computer specializes in the development and production of hybrid-core computers, targeting sectors such as oil and gas, financial analytics, and bioinformatics. The company's offerings include hybrid-core computing solutions, compilers, personality development kits for coprocessors, and cluster framework technology for data centers. One of its notable products, Convey GraphConstructor, integrates software and hardware designed to accelerate bioinformatics algorithms, assisting researchers in managing and analyzing growing volumes of data. With a team comprised of industry veterans from reputable companies like Convex Computer Corporation and Hewlett-Packard, Convey Computer leverages decades of experience and intellectual assets to address complex performance challenges in computing.

Auvik Networks

Series A in 2013
Auvik’s cloud-based software simplifies and automates network monitoring and management for IT managed service providers. Auvik gives MSPs better visibility, documentation, and monitoring for their client networks, and automates many time-consuming network tasks. With Auvik, MSPs have an efficient and profitable way to manage their client networks. Visit www.auvik.com or follow @AuvikNetworks on Twitter. Auvik is a registered trademark of Auvik Networks Inc.

Auvik Networks

Seed Round in 2013
Auvik’s cloud-based software simplifies and automates network monitoring and management for IT managed service providers. Auvik gives MSPs better visibility, documentation, and monitoring for their client networks, and automates many time-consuming network tasks. With Auvik, MSPs have an efficient and profitable way to manage their client networks. Visit www.auvik.com or follow @AuvikNetworks on Twitter. Auvik is a registered trademark of Auvik Networks Inc.

Vidyo

Series D in 2013
Vidyo, Inc. specializes in high-definition video conferencing software that facilitates universal visual communication. Its suite of products includes VidyoDesktop, which allows users on Windows, Mac, and Linux to engage in video conferences from various locations, and VidyoWeb, a browser extension enabling conference participation from desktop and laptop computers. Additionally, VidyoRoom Solutions offer tailored in-office video conferencing experiences for hybrid teams, while VidyoMobile provides high-quality conferencing capabilities for mobile devices. VidyoSlate allows users to share and annotate content during conferences. The company serves diverse sectors including healthcare, education, government, and enterprise, emphasizing the importance of video communication in enhancing productivity and collaboration. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Hackensack, New Jersey, Vidyo has expanded its presence worldwide with offices in multiple countries. As of 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Enghouse Systems Limited.

Lagoa

Seed Round in 2013
Lagoa is a 3D cloud platform designed to democratize digital creation for professionals in engineering, architecture, and media and entertainment. Founded by Thiago Costa, Arno Zinke, and Dov Amihod, Lagoa's platform allows users to visualize and render high-quality 3D content directly in their web browsers, removing the need for expensive hardware and software. The platform includes Lagoa MultiOptics®, a cloud-based rendering technology that supports real-time collaboration, enabling multiple users to work simultaneously on the same project. With an open application programming interface (API) and compatibility across various devices without requiring installations, Lagoa aims to simplify the process of creating and publishing interactive 3D experiences.

Savelli

Series B in 2013
Founded in 2010, Savelli is creating a new category in luxury goods. The company is creating a new segment in the $1 trillion luxury goods industry, a global market that continues to experience rapid growth as a result of the creation of large numbers of millionaires and upper middle class in emerging markets. Based in Geneva, the heart of the luxury watch and jewelry industry, Savelli is creating the first luxury smartphone for women. This will be the first product to truly converge the design and craftsmanship of the jewelry industry with an avant-garde Google Android smartphone platform. The management team comes from some of the most successful luxury and tech brands, such as Cartier, Chanel, Piaget, Damiani, Vertu and Nokia and Motorola. The company is financed by venture capital firms Innogest SGR and Rho Ventures, and some well known executives from the luxury goods industry such as James McArthur the ex-CEO of Harrods and of Balenciaga, Ketty Maisonrouge luxury goods expert and professor of luxury marketing at Columbia Business School, Peter Ashall, the ex-CEO and co-founder of Vertu, Guillaume Cuvelier, the founder and ex-CEO of SVEDKA Vodka, Cyrus Jilla board member of the De Beers group and Elio Leoni Sceti the ex-CEO of EMI Music.

Innova Dynamics

Series B in 2013
Innova Dynamics is an electronic materials company that specializes in touch screen and display applications for the consumer electronics market. The firm has developed a materials platform that incorporates nanoparticles into polymer surfaces, creating new functionalities. This surface-embedding technology is primarily applied to develop transparent conductive electrodes for touch sensors, but it also has potential uses in antimicrobials, catalysis, and optical management. Innova Dynamics collaborates with manufacturers of touch sensors and modules, utilizing cost-effective wet deposition processes, including roll-to-roll coating and screen printing, to produce conductive film sensors. The company targets high-growth markets, including touch-enabled smartphones, tablets, and ultrabooks. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Innova Dynamics aims to enhance the performance and capabilities of electronic devices through innovative material solutions.

ChaCha

Venture Round in 2013
ChaCha is a free mobile question-and-answer service that allows users to receive real-time answers to their inquiries through various platforms, including SMS, iPhone and Android apps, and voice services. Since its inception, ChaCha has answered over two billion questions from more than 32 million unique users each month, establishing itself as a prominent resource in the digital landscape. The service, often described as an "ask-a-smart-friend" platform, facilitates engagement between advertisers and customers, making it an effective tool for marketing. ChaCha has collaborated with notable brands across various industries, including entertainment, consumer goods, and political campaigns. The company was co-founded by entrepreneur Scott Jones and has received funding from a range of investors, including venture capital firms and industry leaders.

True Office Learning

Series A in 2013
True Office Learning is a leading enterprise education and analytics company that connects e-learning to advanced behavioral data through an adaptive technology platform to drive results. The company’s cloud-based software provides organizational insights that were previously immeasurable, enabling organizations to ensure learning, analyze efficacy, and drive better business outcomes.

Keaton Row

Seed Round in 2013
Keaton Row specializes in the fields of personal styling, E-commerce, fashion merchandising, and fashion editorial. It brings the one on one relationship between a stylist and a client online. The company's stylists work directly with women to help them build versatile everyday wardrobes comprised of fewer, better pieces by guiding them to make meaningful purchases each season. By styling new purchases with pieces they already own, they help them define their unique styles so they never have to wonder what to wear—or how to wear it—again. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, United States.

CloudPay

Series B in 2012
CloudPay Solutions Limited specializes in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) payroll solutions, providing a comprehensive platform for managed global payroll services tailored for multinational organizations. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Salisbury, United Kingdom, with additional offices in several countries, CloudPay delivers end-to-end payroll management through a unified platform that ensures compliance and consistency across over 130 countries and in more than twenty-five languages. The company’s innovative approach streamlines payroll processes, reduces operational costs, and enhances visibility for organizations, making it a leader in the industry. CloudPay's expertise has been recognized through various awards, including accolades for its technology and service excellence. The company previously operated under the name Patersons Payroll Solutions Limited until its rebranding in 2012.

Chango

Venture Round in 2012
Chango is a programmatic advertising company that specializes in marketing services tailored for online retailers. The company leverages exclusive intent data and advanced technology to create timely and relevant advertising campaigns, enabling clients to gain valuable customer insights. Its unique live-profile technology allows for rapid access to intent data, facilitating efficient brand awareness, customer acquisition, and retargeting of website visitors. Chango collaborates with numerous Fortune 500 companies, including well-known brands such as eBay, Sears, Clorox, Sprint, and Toyota. Additionally, Chango is an approved partner on the Facebook FBX platform, which enhances its ability to utilize social data for targeted marketing efforts. Recently acquired by Rubicon Project, Chango expands the latter's advertising marketplace by integrating intent marketing capabilities at scale.

Eightfold Logic

Series D in 2012
Eightfold Logic (formerly Enquisite) is an inbound marketing innovator. Eightfold Logic's patented inbound marketing platform revolutionizes demand generation efforts by improving website findability for qualified buyers through search engine, social media, and cross-link optimization. The Eightfold Logic approach brings clarity to businesses around how their websites are performing today and simplifies marketing efforts to identify, prioritize and manage inbound marketing campaign opportunities to improve qualified website traffic. Eightfold Logic is a privately-held, San Francisco-based company and is venture backed by Rho Canada Ventures, Castile Ventures, Formative Ventures, Retro Venture Partners and The Entrepreneurs' Fund III.

Frank & Oak

Series A in 2012
Frank & Oak is a vertically integrated online menswear brand with premium threads and a simple, integrated, and personalized shopping experience. Every month, Frank & Oak offers members a limited feed of premium clothing and accessories. Our curators act as a lifestyle partner, offering style advice, personalized product suggestions, and an easy-to-use shopping platform. Since launching in February 2012, the brand has seen tremendous growth, momentum, and media coverage for both its garments and its unique membership experience.

Dashlane

Series A in 2012
Dashlane Inc. specializes in password management and secure digital wallet solutions aimed at simplifying and securing users' online identities. Founded in 2009 and based in New York, with additional offices in Paris and Lisbon, Dashlane offers a comprehensive password manager that allows users to import and securely store passwords, autofill forms, and make payments without manual entry. Its features include strong password generation, automatic login, and a digital wallet that captures purchase receipts. Dashlane also provides business solutions designed to enhance password security and mitigate the risks of insecure password sharing. With a user-friendly application available on multiple platforms and in 11 languages, Dashlane has gained the trust of over 10 million users across 180 countries. The company has raised significant venture funding to further develop its offerings for a safer online experience.

Fuse

Venture Round in 2012
Fuse TV operates as a prominent entertainment network catering primarily to modern Latino audiences, offering a diverse array of Latino-inspired programming and lifestyle content. Founded in 1997 and based in Glendale, California, the network is accessible in various key Hispanic markets across the United States, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Chicago, and New York. In addition to its focus on Latino culture, Fuse TV is recognized for its music-centric programming, featuring original series, exclusive artist interviews, live concerts, and music video blocks aimed at engaging a youthful audience aged 18 to 34. As a subsidiary of Fuse Media Inc., the network combines traditional broadcasting with digital initiatives to enhance viewer experience across multiple platforms.

ShopLocket

Seed Round in 2012
ShopLocket is an electronic commerce platform based in Toronto, Canada, that caters specifically to hardware entrepreneurs. The company offers specialized ecommerce solutions that enable users to manage everything from pre-orders to complete shopping cart functionalities. This allows hardware creators to establish single-item storefronts that can be seamlessly integrated into any website. As a PCH solutions company, ShopLocket supports hardware businesses throughout their development journey, providing assistance in various stages such as ideation, manufacturing, ecommerce, and fulfillment. This comprehensive approach positions ShopLocket as a valuable partner for innovators looking to bring their products to market.

Mersana Therapeutics

Series A in 2012
Mersana Therapeutics employs its biodegradable polymer platform to create new and better medicines. They are advancing their own clinical-stage pipeline of novel compounds with the potential to address multiple oncology indications. It was founded in 2005 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

TechStyle, Inc.

Series B in 2012
TechStyle, Inc. is a global fashion and lifestyle retailer that designs, manufactures, and sells footwear, jewelry, handbags, and apparel for women. The company operates several brands, including Fabletics, JustFab, ShoeDazzle, and FabKids, and provides customers with the option to create personalized style profiles for tailored shopping experiences. Founded in 2009 and based in El Segundo, California, TechStyle also has offices in Berlin, Barcelona, and London. The company combines advanced technology with contemporary fashion trends to enhance the shopping experience for its millions of customers, including 5 million VIP members. TechStyle's products are available through various retail outlets and online, reaching markets in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands.

Totsy

Series B in 2012
Where the savvy mom shops:Totsy offers moms on-the-go and moms-to-be access to brand-specific sales, up to 90% off retail, just for them and the kids, ages 0-7. Top brands for mom, baby, and child: Prenatal care products, baby gear, travel accessories, bedding and bath, children's clothing, toys, DVDs, and educational materials are just a sampling of a selection that promises only the best in quality and designer brands. By invitation only: Membership is by invitation or request only. But the sooner you join, the better. Each sale lasts only 48 to 72 hours. 100% eco-friendly: Totsy is the first company in private sales to take on sustainable and socially responsible initiatives in all areas of business. One baby, one tree: With every purchase you make through Totsy, they will plant one tree in the name of your child to help reduce the effects of deforestation. Who says shopping can't save the world?

SolarBridge Technologies

Series D in 2012
SolarBridge Technologies, originally founded as SmartSpark Energy Systems in 2004, specializes in power electronics technologies developed at the University of Illinois. In 2009, the company shifted its focus to the solar industry, offering advanced microinverter and monitoring solutions. With major research and development facilities in Champaign, Illinois, and a corporate headquarters in Austin, Texas, SolarBridge is led by experienced professionals from both industry and academia. The company's mission centers on reducing the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) for solar installations by enhancing reliability, boosting energy production, and streamlining installation processes.

ChargePoint

Series D in 2012
ChargePoint, Inc. operates a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging stations, primarily based in California, with additional offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2007 and originally named Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded to ChargePoint in December 2012. It is recognized as a leader in the electric vehicle charging sector, providing public charging stations and consumer subscription plans. ChargePoint also offers utility grid management technology to assist electric utility companies in balancing demand on the grid. Through its extensive network, the company aims to increase accessibility to electric vehicle charging and support the growing adoption of electric mobility.
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