Salesforce

Salesforce is a global cloud computing company that specializes in providing business software on a subscription basis, primarily known for its customer relationship management (CRM) solutions. Founded in 1999 and based in California, Salesforce offers a comprehensive suite of products, including Sales Cloud for managing customer information, Service Cloud for customer support, Marketing Cloud for digital marketing, and Analytics Cloud for data insights. The Customer 360 platform integrates customer data across various systems to enhance sales, service, marketing, and commerce functions. Additionally, Salesforce Ventures, the company's venture capital arm, invests in technology-related startups, providing funding and access to its extensive cloud ecosystem. Since its inception in 2009, Salesforce Ventures has supported over 250 enterprise cloud startups worldwide, promoting innovation and encouraging corporate philanthropy through initiatives like Pledge 1%.

Samuel Ackah-Yensu

Investor

Adrianna Alterman

Director, Salesforce Ventures Impact Fund

Jess Bartos

Investor

Arundhati Bhattacharya

Chairman and Ceo Salesforce India

Craig Butters

Director, Customer Success

Kevin Chen

Investor

Max Comparetto

Co-Founder, Salesforce Web3 Studio

Robert DeSisto

SVP, GM B2B and B2C Commerce

Olivia Donatelli

Associate

Paul Drews

Managing Director, Salesforce Ventures

Claudine Emeott

Partner, Salesforce Ventures Impact Fund

Dan Farber

SVP Strategic Communications

Sarah Franklin

EVP and GM, Platform, Trailhead, and AppExchange at Salesforce

Matthew Garratt

Managing Partner

Kartik Gupta

Investor

Kartikeya Gupta

Investor - Global Investments

Achyut Jajoo

SVP and GM, Manufacturing and Automotive

Alex Kayyal

SVP and Managing Partner

Robert Keith

Managing Director, Salesforce Ventures

Jody Kohner

EVP, Global Enablement

Zak Kokosa

Investor

Sherrick Murdoff

Vice President, Partner Investments and M&A

Fatima Paruk

SVP and Chief Health Officer, Salesforce Health and Life Sciences

Lauryn Poyser

Investor

Dom Pusateri

Investor

Alexandra Quie

Investor

Laura Rowson

Investor

Katie Schwartz

Managing Director

John Somorjai

Executive Vice President, Corporate Development

Jason Spinell

Partner, Slack Fund

Jim Steele

President, Global Strategic Customers

Emily Zhao

Investor

Past deals in Washington

Arcadia

Series E in 2022
Arcadia, Inc. is a clean energy technology company that provides a platform connecting subscribers to wind farms and community solar projects across the United States. Founded in 2014 and based in Washington, D.C., the company enables users to sign up for clean energy options available in their area and receive compensation when matched with a clean energy source. Arcadia's platform allows customers to manage their accounts, track energy usage, and access monthly billing, facilitating a seamless experience for households and businesses. By aggregating clean energy supply and integrating data across utilities, Arcadia aims to enhance user engagement and control over energy consumption while promoting sustainable energy solutions.

American Forests

Grant in 2022
American Forests offers services to restore threatened forest ecosystems and inspire people to value and protect urban and wildland forests. Their projects have restored hundreds of thousands of acres of wildlife habitat, protected vital watersheds, and sequestered millions of tons of greenhouse gases. They are advocates for expanding urban tree canopy and green space, and a key funder of urban forest initiatives that have transformed communities across the country.

NFWF

Grant in 2022
Founded in 1984, NFWF is a not-for-profit venture capital firm based in Washington DC, District of Columbia. The firm works with both the public and private sectors to protect and restore our nation's fish, wildlife, plants, and habitats for current and future generations.
World Research Institute is a global research organization that is focused on protecting the Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Its duties include protecting communities and natural ecosystems from damage caused by greenhouse gas emissions, and generating opportunities for people by catalyzing a global transition to a low-carbon economy; driving the scale-up of clean, affordable power systems throughout the world to deliver sustainable socio-economic development; ensuring the world’s food systems reduce their impact on the environment, drive economic opportunity, and sustainably feed 9.6 billion people by 2050; alleviating poverty, enhance food security, conserve biodiversity, and mitigating climate change by reducing forest loss and restoring productivity to degraded, deforested lands; achieving a water-secure future by mapping, measuring, and mitigating global water risks; and improving the quality of life in cities by developing and scaling environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable urban and transport solutions. World Research Institute spans across more than 50 countries and constitutes of an employee base of 450 experts and staff. The organization is based in Washington, D.C., United States.

The Ocean Foundation

Grant in 2022
Ocean Foundation's 501(c)(3) mission is to support, strengthen, and promote those organizations dedicated to reversing the trend of destruction of ocean environments around the world.

Highspot

Series F in 2022
Highspot, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that offers a cloud-based sales engagement platform designed to enhance how businesses interact with their customers. Founded in 2012, the platform provides intelligent content management, training, and contextual guidance, along with actionable analytics to optimize sales pitches and content delivery. Highspot's features include scoring and recommending content, offering real-time alerts on customer engagement, and facilitating the creation of sales playbooks tailored to specific roles and industries. The company also integrates with customer relationship management systems, enabling businesses to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth. In addition to its headquarters in Seattle, Highspot has an office in London, United Kingdom.

Airspeed

Seed Round in 2021
Airspeed is a team-building platform founded in 2020 by Doug Camplejohn and based in Vancouver, Washington. The company specializes in developing software and Slack applications that facilitate digital connections among employees in modern organizations. By fostering communication and collaboration, Airspeed's platform aims to enhance employee engagement, retention, and productivity, ultimately contributing to the development of a strong company culture.

Outreach

Series G in 2021
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Class

Series A in 2021
Class is a provider of online learning solutions that focuses on enhancing remote education through its virtual classroom software. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to streamline the teaching and learning process, including features such as attendance tracking, assignment distribution, grading, and proctored exams. By integrating its software with platforms like Zoom, Class facilitates interactive and effective learning experiences for both teachers and students. The platform encompasses functionalities such as seating charts, ID verification, participation tracking, and performance management, enabling educators to optimize their classroom management and improve student engagement. Additionally, Class provides courses across various subject areas, including core, elective, and skills development, along with program implementation services to support educational institutions in their online teaching efforts.

Highspot

Series E in 2021
Highspot, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that offers a cloud-based sales engagement platform designed to enhance how businesses interact with their customers. Founded in 2012, the platform provides intelligent content management, training, and contextual guidance, along with actionable analytics to optimize sales pitches and content delivery. Highspot's features include scoring and recommending content, offering real-time alerts on customer engagement, and facilitating the creation of sales playbooks tailored to specific roles and industries. The company also integrates with customer relationship management systems, enabling businesses to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth. In addition to its headquarters in Seattle, Highspot has an office in London, United Kingdom.

Auth0

Series F in 2020
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform designed for developers and security professionals. The company offers Auth0, a comprehensive solution that includes APIs and tools to streamline the authentication and authorization processes for applications and APIs. Auth0 facilitates single sign-on across various platforms and identity providers, allowing users to integrate authentication with minimal coding. Additionally, it provides features for customizing the authentication pipeline and managing user databases effectively. The platform supports integration with various identity providers, including Active Directory and SAML, and allows users to manage profiles and monitor login activities. Auth0 also offers Auth0 Signals, a suite of threat intelligence tools aimed at protecting customers from identity-related attacks by leveraging data from the dark web. Established in 2013, Auth0 is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with offices in key international locations, serving a diverse clientele that includes both large enterprises and startups.

Tanium

Venture Round in 2020
Tanium Inc. is a provider of security and management solutions designed for enterprises and government organizations to effectively manage and secure their computer assets. The company offers a comprehensive platform that enables real-time data collection and management of millions of endpoints, ensuring visibility and accuracy in monitoring endpoint security. Key offerings include the Tanium Endpoint Platform for endpoint control, Tanium Asset for inventory tracking, and Tanium Deploy for software installation and updates. Additional tools such as Tanium Patch and Tanium Performance assist in patch management and end-user experience management, respectively. Tanium also emphasizes cost reduction in management and infrastructure while enhancing operational efficiency. The company serves various industries, including banking and retail, and has established strategic partnerships with firms like PwC and Palo Alto Networks. Founded in 2007, Tanium is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, and has expanded its presence with offices in multiple locations worldwide.

Outreach

Series F in 2020
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Outreach

Series F in 2020
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Highspot

Series D in 2019
Highspot, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that offers a cloud-based sales engagement platform designed to enhance how businesses interact with their customers. Founded in 2012, the platform provides intelligent content management, training, and contextual guidance, along with actionable analytics to optimize sales pitches and content delivery. Highspot's features include scoring and recommending content, offering real-time alerts on customer engagement, and facilitating the creation of sales playbooks tailored to specific roles and industries. The company also integrates with customer relationship management systems, enabling businesses to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth. In addition to its headquarters in Seattle, Highspot has an office in London, United Kingdom.

Minit

Series A in 2019
Minit j.s.a is a technology company specializing in process mining software that automates the analysis of business processes. Founded in 2013 and based in Bratislava, Slovakia, with additional locations in the Netherlands and Kirkland, Washington, Minit serves clients primarily in the banking, insurance, and manufacturing sectors. The company's process intelligence technology aids managers, process owners, analysts, and consultants in making data-driven decisions, leading to efficiency improvements of up to 30%. Minit's solutions include process discovery and mapping, identification of improvement opportunities, and analysis of operational bottlenecks, enabling organizations to enhance performance and reduce inefficiencies. The company has garnered recognition for its innovations, including the BPM Next Innovation Award and accolades from PC Revue. As a spinoff of GRADIENT ECM, Minit aims to make complex processes transparent, offering actionable insights that help businesses optimize productivity and uncover cost-saving opportunities across various industries.

Genesys Works

Grant in 2019
Genesys Works focuses on creating pathways to career success for high school students from underserved communities. The organization offers an extensive program that includes eight weeks of technical and professional skills training, followed by a year-long paid corporate internship. In addition to work experience, Genesys Works provides college and career coaching, as well as ongoing support for alumni as they navigate their educational journeys. The primary objective is to help students transition from poverty to professional careers, thereby fostering a more productive and diverse workforce. Through meaningful work experiences and impactful relationships, Genesys Works aims to empower youth and enhance their opportunities for future success.

Highspot

Series D in 2019
Highspot, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that offers a cloud-based sales engagement platform designed to enhance how businesses interact with their customers. Founded in 2012, the platform provides intelligent content management, training, and contextual guidance, along with actionable analytics to optimize sales pitches and content delivery. Highspot's features include scoring and recommending content, offering real-time alerts on customer engagement, and facilitating the creation of sales playbooks tailored to specific roles and industries. The company also integrates with customer relationship management systems, enabling businesses to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth. In addition to its headquarters in Seattle, Highspot has an office in London, United Kingdom.

Rebel

Acquisition in 2018
Rebel, based in Washington, D.C., specializes in in-email checkout products that enhance the shopping experience directly within email communications. Formerly known as Rebelmail, the company rebranded in June 2018 after its incorporation in 2014. Recognizing the significant role of email in online communication and commerce, Rebel aims to innovate this platform, which has remained largely unchanged despite the evolving consumer landscape. As of October 2018, Rebel operates as a subsidiary of Salesforce, focusing on transforming email into a dynamic channel for generating revenue.

Highspot

Series C in 2018
Highspot, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that offers a cloud-based sales engagement platform designed to enhance how businesses interact with their customers. Founded in 2012, the platform provides intelligent content management, training, and contextual guidance, along with actionable analytics to optimize sales pitches and content delivery. Highspot's features include scoring and recommending content, offering real-time alerts on customer engagement, and facilitating the creation of sales playbooks tailored to specific roles and industries. The company also integrates with customer relationship management systems, enabling businesses to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth. In addition to its headquarters in Seattle, Highspot has an office in London, United Kingdom.

Highspot

Series B in 2017
Highspot, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that offers a cloud-based sales engagement platform designed to enhance how businesses interact with their customers. Founded in 2012, the platform provides intelligent content management, training, and contextual guidance, along with actionable analytics to optimize sales pitches and content delivery. Highspot's features include scoring and recommending content, offering real-time alerts on customer engagement, and facilitating the creation of sales playbooks tailored to specific roles and industries. The company also integrates with customer relationship management systems, enabling businesses to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth. In addition to its headquarters in Seattle, Highspot has an office in London, United Kingdom.

Amplero

Series A in 2016
Amplero is a customer lifetime value management platform that enables marketers to achieve what’s not humanly possible by leveraging machine learning and multi-armed bandit experimentation to automatically optimize every customer interaction and maximize customer lifetime value and loyalty. Unlike traditional rules-based marketing automation, Amplero’s controlled experimentation and machine learning platform dynamically tests 1000’s of permutations to decide and execute the optimal marketing interaction based upon each unique customer and context. Using Amplero, marketers in industries like telecom, banking, and software-as-a-service have seen more than 3% incremental growth in customer revenue and 5x retention benefit, often touching their customers less frequently while delivering great omni-channel customer experiences.

Dropbox

Series C in 2014
Dropbox is a prominent provider of secure file sharing, collaboration, and storage solutions, catering primarily to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2007 by Drew Houston and Arash Ferdowsi, Dropbox has established itself as a pioneer in cloud storage and cross-platform file syncing. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and operates more than 12 offices globally. With 500 million registered users, Dropbox facilitates seamless collaboration through its platform, allowing users to work from any device and location. Additionally, Dropbox for Business offers enhanced features, including robust administrative controls and secure file sharing tailored for organizational needs. As the company evolves, it is diversifying its product offerings to extend beyond traditional cloud storage solutions.

Binary Thumb

Seed Round in 2013
Binary Thumb is the maker of Grid, a reinvented spreadsheet application for iPad and iPhone.

Clipboard

Acquisition in 2013
Clipboard was founded by Gary William Flake in January 2011 with the simple goal of helping people save and share the parts of the Web that they care about. Since the Internet is more than two decades old, doesn't it seem strange that the typical way to save something online is to put it into an email or a document? We think so too, which is why we built an easy and powerful tool to help you. All of this may sound simple, but we think it's actually quite significant. We believe that someday soon everyone will be saving and organizing their online life in a way that is easy, fun and reflective of themselves. It is a world where everyone is highly engaged and active in saving their life experiences online. We are here for you and we are in this for the long haul. Our mission is to help you organize your online life. Please read more about us and our values at https://clipboard.com/about Stats on Clipboard: In close to 2 years before Clipboard was acquired in May 2013 140,000 people created 3 million clips.

Thinkfuse

Acquisition in 2012
Thinkfuse is an enterprise SaaS provider that focuses on enhancing communications within organizations by integrating seamlessly with email. Its platform is designed to streamline the management and sharing of weekly status reports and project updates, enabling teams to collaborate more effectively. By transforming traditional status reports into actionable business tools, Thinkfuse fosters a more informed work environment and builds intelligence about organizational performance. This approach allows teams to maintain their existing workflows while improving the clarity and efficiency of their communications.

Venuelabs

Angel Round in 2012
Venuelab is a developer of customer analytics technologies focused on enhancing the connection between brands and their local customers. Established in 2009, the company offers a location-based customer experience measurement and analytics platform tailored for the restaurant, retail, and hospitality sectors. Venuelab's storefront analytics software provides specialized capabilities designed for brick-and-mortar, multi-location, and franchise brands. Utilizing proprietary technology, Venuelab tracks customer sentiment across more than 60,000 storefronts in seven countries, transforming social media and location-based consumer content into actionable business insights.

Tanium

Series A in 2007
Tanium Inc. is a provider of security and management solutions designed for enterprises and government organizations to effectively manage and secure their computer assets. The company offers a comprehensive platform that enables real-time data collection and management of millions of endpoints, ensuring visibility and accuracy in monitoring endpoint security. Key offerings include the Tanium Endpoint Platform for endpoint control, Tanium Asset for inventory tracking, and Tanium Deploy for software installation and updates. Additional tools such as Tanium Patch and Tanium Performance assist in patch management and end-user experience management, respectively. Tanium also emphasizes cost reduction in management and infrastructure while enhancing operational efficiency. The company serves various industries, including banking and retail, and has established strategic partnerships with firms like PwC and Palo Alto Networks. Founded in 2007, Tanium is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, and has expanded its presence with offices in multiple locations worldwide.
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