Salesforce

Salesforce is a leading cloud-based software company, founded in 1999, specializing in customer relationship management (CRM) solutions. It offers a range of enterprise applications, including Sales Cloud for sales automation, Service Cloud for customer service, Marketing Cloud for digital marketing, and Commerce Cloud for e-commerce. Additionally, Salesforce provides a platform for building custom applications and MuleSoft for data integration. Salesforce.org, a division of the company, donates and discounts its technology to nonprofits and educational institutions, fostering a culture of giving back. Salesforce Ventures, the company's venture capital arm, invests in enterprise technology startups globally, providing funding, access to the Salesforce ecosystem, and guidance from its executives.

Samuel Ackah-yensu

Investor

Adrianna Alterman

Principal

Ken Asada

Partner, Head of Japan

Marc Benioff

Co-Founder, Co-CEO and Chairman

Arundhati Bhattacharya

Chairperson and CEO

Craig Butters

Director, Customer Success

Kevin Chen

Investor

Robert DeSisto

SVP, GM B2B and B2C Commerce

Christopher J. Dean

GM and Vice President, Media Cloud, Salesforce Industries

Paul Drews

Managing Director, Salesforce Ventures

Dan Farber

SVP Strategic Communications

Caroline Fiegel

Investor, Slack Fund

Kartikeya Gupta

Principal

Takuya Hosomura

Principal

Achyut Jajoo

SVP and GM, Manufacturing and Automotive

Nowi Kallen

Managing Director

Zak Kokosa

Investor

Rohit Mahna

SVP and General Manager

Fatima Paruk MD

Senior Vice President and Chief Health Officer

Bill Patterson

EVP and GM, CRM Applications

Lauryn Poyser

Investor, Impact Fund

Dom Pusateri

Investor

Alexandra Quie

Principal

Laura Rowson

Principal

Katie Schwartz

Principal, Salesforce Ventures

John Somorjai

Executive Vice President, Corporate Development

Jason Spinell

Partner, Slack Fund

Jim Steele

President, Global Strategic Customers

Kevin Wu

Investor

Emily Zhao

Principal

Past deals in Business Development

Grand Central

Venture Round in 2024
Grand Central is a consulting company specializing in the sales field.

Second Front

Series C in 2024
Second Front Systems, Inc. is a software development company based in Arlington, Virginia, that focuses on enhancing government access to venture capital-backed technologies for national security missions. Established in 2014, the company offers Atlas Fulcrum, a platform that helps users identify, assess, and utilize innovative commercial technologies. Additionally, Second Front provides program management and system integration services to facilitate the delivery of technology to military personnel. The High Technology Council, an enterprise consortium established by the company, brings together key industry players to leverage commercially developed technologies for government-funded national security efforts. Second Front also specializes in configuring, securing, and deploying compliant software applications for global government customers, ensuring that users have access to a fully managed production environment tailored for national security applications.

Uplimit

Series A in 2024
Uplimit is an education technology company that aims to transform how professionals and organizations develop essential skills for the future. By leveraging an AI-powered platform, Uplimit offers innovative learning solutions tailored to the needs of the modern workforce. The platform provides live group courses focused on machine learning and data science, created and taught by industry experts. This approach enables both employees and students to enhance their professional skills while learning alongside peers in a supportive community. Uplimit's emphasis on scalable skill development ensures that individuals and organizations can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing professional landscape.

AutogenAI

Series B in 2023
AutogenAI specializes in artificial intelligence-driven natural language processing solutions that assist organizations in creating effective bidding proposals. By automating the initial drafting process, the company allows professionals to concentrate on more strategic tasks while enhancing the quality and tone of the content. Its technology leverages the latest examples and case studies from various industries to improve written communications, thereby reducing the reliance on costly external writers. AutogenAI aims to provide a consistent messaging framework across all written materials, streamlining the bid preparation process for businesses.

Uptima

Venture Round in 2022
Uptima is a consulting firm focused on assisting businesses in identifying and generating revenue. The company provides a range of services including advisory, change management, managed services, data integration, Salesforce billing, manufacturing cloud solutions, and DocuSign contract lifecycle management with e-signature capabilities. By leveraging these services, Uptima helps organizations optimize their operations, enhance service delivery, and improve profitability.

Primer

Venture Round in 2022
Primer is a business-to-business marketing platform that focuses on enhancing marketing technologies for companies. It offers services such as audience automation, LinkedIn automation, and marketing and sales automation. The platform enriches leads and matches them across different channels while orchestrating workflows to streamline marketing efforts. By connecting various applications and facilitating data movement, Primer enables coordinated multichannel campaigns. Additionally, it assists in mapping a lead's identity across multiple marketing channels, providing sales personnel with accurate contact information to improve lead conversion rates and maximize advertising efficiency.

Arcadia

Series E in 2022
Arcadia, Inc. is a technology company based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2014, that focuses on providing access to clean energy solutions. Through its platform, Arc, the company connects subscribers to renewable energy sources such as wind farms and community solar projects. By enabling users to manage their accounts, track energy usage, and participate in clean energy initiatives, Arcadia aims to democratize access to renewable energy and combat the fossil fuel monopoly. The platform aggregates energy data from over 125 utilities, representing more than 80% of U.S. electric utility accounts, thus facilitating a significant shift toward sustainable energy practices. Additionally, Arcadia's community solar program addresses energy injustice while promoting economic growth, contributing over five Terawatt-hours of energy demand from residential and commercial users.

Qualified

Series C in 2022
Qualified.com, Inc. specializes in a conversational marketing platform designed to enhance engagement with potential customers. The platform alerts sales teams when qualified leads visit their websites, enabling immediate interaction through chat, voice calls, and screen sharing. Tailored for companies utilizing Salesforce, Qualified empowers enterprise sales and marketing teams to convert their corporate websites into effective sales tools, thereby optimizing their sales pipelines. By providing a comprehensive view of website visitors and equipping businesses with the necessary tools to identify target buyers, Qualified facilitates real-time conversations that can significantly drive sales growth. The company, based in San Francisco, California, was formerly known as FATBEAR LABS Inc. and rebranded in January 2019.

Troops

Acquisition in 2022
Troops.ai is a revenue communications platform that enhances sales velocity, visibility, and collaboration for sales teams. It operates as a Slackbot, providing real-time transparency into Salesforce information. Users can configure Salesforce reports, communicate deal wins, and access both standard and custom Salesforce data through Slack. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to generate customizable notifications and facilitate data updates across various applications. By delivering actionable pipeline alerts, Troops.ai aims to increase sales activity and improve overall performance. The company has attracted investments from notable firms, including First Round Capital, Founder Collective, and others, reflecting its significant potential in the sales technology market.

Miro

Series C in 2022
Miro is a visual collaboration platform founded in 2011, co-headquartered in San Francisco and Amsterdam. It is designed to facilitate creativity and innovation among diverse teams by providing an infinite canvas for engaging workshops, meetings, and brainstorming sessions. The platform enables professionals, including managers, designers, and marketers, to collaborate simultaneously and securely on a single digital whiteboard, allowing for the attachment of various files such as PDFs, videos, and shared documents. Miro serves over 50 million users globally, including 99% of the Fortune 100, and employs more than 1,500 staff across 12 hubs worldwide.

Crossbeam

Series C in 2021
Crossbeam, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to facilitate collaborative data sharing among businesses. Founded in 2018, Crossbeam enables companies to identify overlapping customers and prospects with their partners, thereby enhancing partnership opportunities. The platform provides businesses with tools to connect data, create targeted populations, and analyze shared customer insights effectively. With its focus on ecosystem-led growth, Crossbeam serves over 19,000 companies, helping them attract, convert, and nurture customer relationships through their partner networks. The platform also ensures that data remains current and secure, allowing companies to close deals, improve product offerings, and assess their performance comprehensively.

Ureeka

Series A in 2021
Ureeka, Inc. operates an online platform aimed at supporting small and medium businesses (SMBs) by providing mentorship and guidance. Founded in 2018 and based in Hillsborough, California, Ureeka connects entrepreneurs with mentors, coaches, specialists, partners, and investors to facilitate business growth. The platform seeks to democratize economic opportunities, particularly for underrepresented SMBs, by fostering a collaborative community and sharing best practices. Ureeka also offers tools that assess a business's website and marketing strategies, identifying opportunities for customer expansion. Additionally, it provides access to educational resources and connections necessary for building sustainable businesses, ultimately enabling entrepreneurs to scale their operations and generate wealth for themselves and their communities.

BetterUp

Series E in 2021
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company that offers an innovative online platform aimed at enhancing the personal and professional growth of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized guidance through one-on-one sessions with a network of over 3,000 coaches available in 46 languages across more than 90 countries. The platform focuses on fostering mental fitness, career and leadership development, and social connection, thereby enabling employees to develop new behaviors and skills that promote high performance in a rapidly changing work environment. With a client base that includes prominent organizations such as NASA, Google, and Hilton, BetterUp has established itself as a leader in the field of mental health and coaching. The company is supported by a distinguished Science Board composed of experts in positive psychology and human performance, further enhancing its credibility and impact in the industry.

Leapwork

Series B in 2021
Leapwork A/S is a provider of an automation platform designed to streamline repetitive processes, including software testing. The company offers a no-code visual productivity tool that allows both business and technical users to automate tasks easily. The LEAPWORK Automation Platform supports various automation needs, including test automation, robotic process automation, and application performance monitoring. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Frederiksberg, Denmark, Leapwork serves over 400 global enterprises across multiple industries, including banking, insurance, life sciences, and aerospace. Its client roster features notable organizations such as NASA, PayPal, and Daimler. The company has additional offices in London, San Francisco, Minsk, and Gurugram, facilitating its international reach and support for automation initiatives.

Algolia

Series D in 2021
Algolia is a search-as-a-service platform that empowers businesses to deliver fast and relevant digital experiences across various channels, including web, mobile, and voice. The company provides a robust application programming interface that enables developers to create and optimize search and discovery experiences tailored to consumer needs. Algolia's platform includes the necessary infrastructure and tools to facilitate seamless integration into websites and applications, enhancing user engagement and driving conversion rates. By focusing on delivering quick and relevant search results, Algolia helps organizations improve online interactions and increase revenue.

Monday.com

Post in 2021
Monday.com is a global technology company that develops and markets a customizable work management platform, known as the monday.com Work OS. This platform enables organizations across diverse industries to build and tailor software tools to fit their specific needs, fostering transparency and efficiency. With teams worldwide, monday.com serves over 152,000 customers in more than 200 countries, supporting various use cases and business verticals.

Qualified

Series B in 2021
Qualified.com, Inc. specializes in a conversational marketing platform designed to enhance engagement with potential customers. The platform alerts sales teams when qualified leads visit their websites, enabling immediate interaction through chat, voice calls, and screen sharing. Tailored for companies utilizing Salesforce, Qualified empowers enterprise sales and marketing teams to convert their corporate websites into effective sales tools, thereby optimizing their sales pipelines. By providing a comprehensive view of website visitors and equipping businesses with the necessary tools to identify target buyers, Qualified facilitates real-time conversations that can significantly drive sales growth. The company, based in San Francisco, California, was formerly known as FATBEAR LABS Inc. and rebranded in January 2019.

BetterUp

Series D in 2021
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company that offers an innovative online platform aimed at enhancing the personal and professional growth of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized guidance through one-on-one sessions with a network of over 3,000 coaches available in 46 languages across more than 90 countries. The platform focuses on fostering mental fitness, career and leadership development, and social connection, thereby enabling employees to develop new behaviors and skills that promote high performance in a rapidly changing work environment. With a client base that includes prominent organizations such as NASA, Google, and Hilton, BetterUp has established itself as a leader in the field of mental health and coaching. The company is supported by a distinguished Science Board composed of experts in positive psychology and human performance, further enhancing its credibility and impact in the industry.

Slack

Acquisition in 2020
Slack Technologies, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, operates a cloud-based communication and collaboration platform, Slack. This platform facilitates team messaging, file sharing, and integration with various business tools, catering to a wide range of industries, from startups to large enterprises. Slack's software-as-a-service model enables real-time communication and data sharing, aiming to increase organizational efficiency and productivity.

Crossbeam

Series B in 2020
Crossbeam, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to facilitate collaborative data sharing among businesses. Founded in 2018, Crossbeam enables companies to identify overlapping customers and prospects with their partners, thereby enhancing partnership opportunities. The platform provides businesses with tools to connect data, create targeted populations, and analyze shared customer insights effectively. With its focus on ecosystem-led growth, Crossbeam serves over 19,000 companies, helping them attract, convert, and nurture customer relationships through their partner networks. The platform also ensures that data remains current and secure, allowing companies to close deals, improve product offerings, and assess their performance comprehensively.

Qualified

Series A in 2020
Qualified.com, Inc. specializes in a conversational marketing platform designed to enhance engagement with potential customers. The platform alerts sales teams when qualified leads visit their websites, enabling immediate interaction through chat, voice calls, and screen sharing. Tailored for companies utilizing Salesforce, Qualified empowers enterprise sales and marketing teams to convert their corporate websites into effective sales tools, thereby optimizing their sales pipelines. By providing a comprehensive view of website visitors and equipping businesses with the necessary tools to identify target buyers, Qualified facilitates real-time conversations that can significantly drive sales growth. The company, based in San Francisco, California, was formerly known as FATBEAR LABS Inc. and rebranded in January 2019.

Nextview

Venture Round in 2020
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Ureeka

Venture Round in 2020
Ureeka, Inc. operates an online platform aimed at supporting small and medium businesses (SMBs) by providing mentorship and guidance. Founded in 2018 and based in Hillsborough, California, Ureeka connects entrepreneurs with mentors, coaches, specialists, partners, and investors to facilitate business growth. The platform seeks to democratize economic opportunities, particularly for underrepresented SMBs, by fostering a collaborative community and sharing best practices. Ureeka also offers tools that assess a business's website and marketing strategies, identifying opportunities for customer expansion. Additionally, it provides access to educational resources and connections necessary for building sustainable businesses, ultimately enabling entrepreneurs to scale their operations and generate wealth for themselves and their communities.

The CMO Club

Acquisition in 2020
The CMO Club is a marketing leadership community based in New York that fosters innovation and dialogue among chief marketing officers across the United States. Its mission is to create an exclusive environment where members can share diverse experiences, insights, and techniques, promoting an invaluable exchange of ideas. The club emphasizes the importance of face-to-face communication and interaction through local dinners, which serve as a platform for members to reinforce existing relationships and develop new connections. Additionally, The CMO Club offers a mobile app for member engagement, vendor recommendations, and hosts events such as the Spring Innovation and Inspiration Summit. Through these initiatives, the club aims to support its members in becoming more effective leaders in their field.

i2Max

Series A in 2020
i2max specializes in cloud consulting services, offering a comprehensive platform that supports various aspects of business operations. The company provides tools for sales management, marketing management, service management, pipeline management, customer management, and customer experience management. By utilizing these advanced cloud services, i2max aims to enhance efficiency and promote business growth for its clients. Through its focus on cloud marketing and community engagement, i2max helps organizations navigate the complexities of the cloud landscape, ultimately enabling them to achieve their strategic objectives.

Catalant

Series E in 2020
Catalant is a Boston-based software company that specializes in strategy execution solutions for global enterprises. Founded in 2013, the company's platform enables businesses to break down strategic objectives, access and deploy resources, collaborate on execution, measure value, and continuously improve processes. Catalant's network comprises over 65,000 experts and 1,000 firms, serving more than 30% of the Fortune 100.

AllCloud

Venture Round in 2019
AllCloud is a cloud solutions provider based in Rosh Ha'ayin, Israel, established in 2008. The company specializes in cloud enablement and transformation, offering a comprehensive range of services throughout the entire cloud lifecycle, including architecture, implementation, integration, and management. AllCloud aims to help organizations maximize the value of cloud technology by facilitating the connection between their front and back office operations. By leveraging partnerships with leading technology providers and employing proven methodologies, AllCloud supports clients in navigating their transition to the cloud and optimizing their cloud environments. The company's focus is on accelerating customers' growth by guiding them through their cloud journey.

Zennify

Venture Round in 2019
Zennify, LLC is a business and IT consultancy firm based in Meridian, Idaho, specializing in Salesforce-centric solutions. Founded in 2013, the company, formerly known as SaaSfocus LLC, has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to navigate complex technological challenges. Zennify offers a range of services that include implementation, complex integrations, training, and ongoing platform support. The firm's approach combines the resources and expertise typical of larger firms with personalized attention, ensuring that client needs are met with precision and care. Zennify has a proven track record of delivering results across various sectors, including banking and digital marketing, and is recognized for its commitment to client satisfaction, boasting a 4.8 out of 5 customer satisfaction rating. Additionally, the company is dedicated to community engagement, allocating a portion of its resources to support societal initiatives. With deep industry knowledge and a proactive partnership approach, Zennify continues to drive innovation and success for its clients.

Upskill

Venture Round in 2019
Upskill, Inc. is a technology company specializing in augmented reality software tailored for the industrial workforce. Founded in 2010 and based in Vienna, Virginia, with additional offices in Cambridge and San Francisco, Upskill offers the Skylight platform, which enables organizations to create applications for smart glasses. This platform connects workers across various industries—including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and logistics—with essential information, processes, and tools, allowing them to perform tasks more efficiently and accurately. Upskill's solutions facilitate hands-free operation, thereby enhancing productivity, quality, and compliance in competitive environments. The company was previously known as APX Labs, LLC before rebranding in January 2017.

Valiant

Series B in 2019
Valiant is an online business loan marketplace based in Surry Hills, Australia, founded in 2015. The company offers a platform that enables small business owners and their advisers to search for and compare various loan products and lenders, facilitating access to timely and affordable business loans. By leveraging proprietary technology, Valiant aims to simplify the loan selection process, helping users identify the best funding options tailored to their needs. The company's mission is to empower small business owners by providing clear insights into available loan opportunities, thereby enhancing their chances of securing the necessary financing.

Algolia

Series C in 2019
Algolia is a search-as-a-service platform that empowers businesses to deliver fast and relevant digital experiences across various channels, including web, mobile, and voice. The company provides a robust application programming interface that enables developers to create and optimize search and discovery experiences tailored to consumer needs. Algolia's platform includes the necessary infrastructure and tools to facilitate seamless integration into websites and applications, enhancing user engagement and driving conversion rates. By focusing on delivering quick and relevant search results, Algolia helps organizations improve online interactions and increase revenue.

Crossbeam

Series A in 2019
Crossbeam, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to facilitate collaborative data sharing among businesses. Founded in 2018, Crossbeam enables companies to identify overlapping customers and prospects with their partners, thereby enhancing partnership opportunities. The platform provides businesses with tools to connect data, create targeted populations, and analyze shared customer insights effectively. With its focus on ecosystem-led growth, Crossbeam serves over 19,000 companies, helping them attract, convert, and nurture customer relationships through their partner networks. The platform also ensures that data remains current and secure, allowing companies to close deals, improve product offerings, and assess their performance comprehensively.

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.

Qualified

Seed Round in 2019
Qualified.com, Inc. specializes in a conversational marketing platform designed to enhance engagement with potential customers. The platform alerts sales teams when qualified leads visit their websites, enabling immediate interaction through chat, voice calls, and screen sharing. Tailored for companies utilizing Salesforce, Qualified empowers enterprise sales and marketing teams to convert their corporate websites into effective sales tools, thereby optimizing their sales pipelines. By providing a comprehensive view of website visitors and equipping businesses with the necessary tools to identify target buyers, Qualified facilitates real-time conversations that can significantly drive sales growth. The company, based in San Francisco, California, was formerly known as FATBEAR LABS Inc. and rebranded in January 2019.

Torchlite

Seed Round in 2018
Torchlite Technologies Inc., established in 2015, is a technology company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. It specializes in providing a comprehensive, user-friendly platform for B2B SaaS companies to manage and engage with their channel partners. The platform streamlines processes from partner enablement and certification to marketing collaboration, deal registration, and co-selling, helping businesses drive revenue and expand their market reach.

Devenson

Series A in 2018
Devenson SAS is a digital services company based in Boulogne-Billancourt, France, specializing in consulting and implementation services for customer relationship management (CRM) software and various business applications. Founded in 2010, Devenson offers expertise in sales, marketing, and service solutions, with a focus on enhancing digital transformation for its clients. The company provides support for marketing automation systems, particularly Pardot, and facilitates the integration of third-party applications and web services. As a subsidiary of Viseo Business Solutions, Devenson is dedicated to designing tailored solutions that deliver competitive advantages for its customers, ensuring improved performance and responsiveness in their operations.

Sansan

Series D in 2017
Sansan Inc, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in cloud-based contact management solutions for both corporate and individual users. The company offers its flagship service, Sansan, which is designed for businesses, and the Eight app, aimed at individuals, transforming traditional business cards into valuable digital connections. Since its inception, Sansan has experienced significant growth, with over 7,000 premium corporate users including notable clients such as the Japanese Government. The company has also expanded its reach internationally, establishing a subsidiary in Singapore in 2015. With more than 1.5 million registered users on its Eight platform, Sansan continues to set the standard for contact management services in Japan and seeks to enhance networking through innovative technology.

Sansan

Series C in 2016
Sansan Inc, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in cloud-based contact management solutions for both corporate and individual users. The company offers its flagship service, Sansan, which is designed for businesses, and the Eight app, aimed at individuals, transforming traditional business cards into valuable digital connections. Since its inception, Sansan has experienced significant growth, with over 7,000 premium corporate users including notable clients such as the Japanese Government. The company has also expanded its reach internationally, establishing a subsidiary in Singapore in 2015. With more than 1.5 million registered users on its Eight platform, Sansan continues to set the standard for contact management services in Japan and seeks to enhance networking through innovative technology.

Fluido

Venture Round in 2016
Fluido is a cloud-based consulting firm located in Espoo, Finland, specializing in the Salesforce ecosystem. The company focuses on enhancing customer engagement for large enterprises and growth-oriented SMEs through its expertise in customer relationship management applications. Fluido offers a range of services including certified consulting, development, integration, and training. By leveraging data analysis, Fluido aims to provide clarity and insights that help clients improve their marketing, sales, and customer service efforts. This approach enables businesses to engage more effectively with customers, partners, and employees, ultimately driving efficiency and better service delivery.

Upskill

Venture Round in 2015
Upskill, Inc. is a technology company specializing in augmented reality software tailored for the industrial workforce. Founded in 2010 and based in Vienna, Virginia, with additional offices in Cambridge and San Francisco, Upskill offers the Skylight platform, which enables organizations to create applications for smart glasses. This platform connects workers across various industries—including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and logistics—with essential information, processes, and tools, allowing them to perform tasks more efficiently and accurately. Upskill's solutions facilitate hands-free operation, thereby enhancing productivity, quality, and compliance in competitive environments. The company was previously known as APX Labs, LLC before rebranding in January 2017.

Bizer

Venture Round in 2015
Bizer is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing cloud-based back-office services tailored for small and medium enterprises. Its online platform supports the establishment of essential operational functions, offering tax and legal advisory services. Through its services, Bizer enables businesses to automatically generate necessary documents and forms for government applications, streamlining administrative processes and enhancing efficiency.

AKTA

Acquisition in 2015
ÄKTA is a digital experience and engagement consultancy that works with leading global brands and emerging growth companies to discover new opportunities, define intelligent user experiences, design innovative digital services and bring successful products and applications to market.

Yappli

Series A in 2015
Yappli is a Tokyo-based B2B SaaS company that offers a no-code platform for developing, managing, and analyzing native mobile applications. Designed for enterprises, the platform enables users to create applications without any programming skills, allowing them to customize the user interface and maintain control over the app's design and functionality. Yappli supports a wide range of external services and APIs, enhancing the overall app experience. The company has established a reputation in the industry, serving notable clients such as The North Face, GYAO, Azul by Moussy, and Cartoon Network. With a commitment to user ownership and a dedicated support team, Yappli aims to simplify the app development process for businesses. The company has received several accolades, including recognition in Forbes Japan's CLOUD TOP10 and Deloitte's Fast 50 Japan.

Velory

Seed Round in 2015
Velory operates a digitalization platform that connects digital brands with small and medium-sized businesses. Utilizing machine learning, the platform identifies and delivers relevant digital solutions tailored to the needs of these businesses, ensuring that the solutions integrate seamlessly. Velory also features an on-demand direct sales force, which can be activated instantly in any location worldwide, facilitating rapid business growth through innovative digital services.

Kerensen Consulting

Acquisition in 2015
Kerensen Consulting is a business-oriented consulting firm that specializes in addressing significant business challenges and technological complexities both nationally and internationally. The company offers a range of services, including management consulting, business solutions, and technology services, aimed at helping organizations navigate complex projects effectively. By focusing on the intersection of business and technology, Kerensen Consulting assists clients in developing strategies and solutions tailored to their specific needs.

PersistIQ

Seed Round in 2015
PersistIQ is a sales outreach platform that streamlines prospecting and communication for sales teams. It automates various tasks including email outreach, follow-ups, and calls, allowing users to efficiently manage their sales processes. The software helps organizations find prospects' email addresses and personalize outreach efforts, ultimately leading to more successful meetings. By unifying sales communication and workflow, PersistIQ shortens the sales cycle and enhances the effectiveness of outbound campaigns by eliminating duplicate contacts. This functionality supports enterprises in crafting targeted and effective marketing strategies.

Twilio

Series E in 2015
Twilio is a cloud-based communications company that empowers developers and businesses to build and integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication into their applications via a robust set of APIs. By merging cloud computing, web services, and telecommunications, Twilio is transforming traditional telecom, enabling more contextual and personalized customer interactions. The company's Super Network ensures fast, cost-effective communication across the globe.

Govini

Series C in 2015
Govini is a leading business intelligence platform tailored for companies engaging with the public sector. It specializes in providing proprietary analytics that address crucial aspects of the business development lifecycle, including market size, opportunity qualification, competitive positioning, and partner profiling. By leveraging a comprehensive database, Govini offers clients across various industries a significant advantage in navigating government opportunities. The platform integrates advanced data science and artificial intelligence to deliver decision-grade information, enhancing the analytical capabilities of federal agencies and enabling them to tackle complex challenges effectively. Through its robust framework, Govini supports organizations in making informed decisions and optimizing their strategies in the government market.

OpenQ

Debt Financing in 2013
OpenQ Inc. specializes in developing and deploying software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions tailored for key opinion leader (KOL) management and medical affairs. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including KOL identification, professional profiling, ranking, analytics, and network mapping. Its Engage platform facilitates connections between medical affairs organizations and KOLs, while Empower ensures compliant distribution of approved content across various stakeholders. Additionally, OpenQ provides MobileQ, an iPad application designed for creating compliant presentations and managing speaker programs. By leveraging validated data and cloud-based technology, OpenQ helps life sciences and healthcare companies navigate regulatory challenges while enhancing stakeholder collaboration. The company serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies across multiple sectors such as life sciences, financial services, and consumer products. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, OpenQ operates as a subsidiary of Anju Software, Inc., reflecting its commitment to continuous improvement and adaptation to industry needs.

Evernote

Venture Round in 2013
Evernote Corporation is a software company that develops and markets applications designed for mobile phones, tablets, and computers, catering to both individuals and businesses globally. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Evernote provides a suite of tools that facilitate note-taking, organization, and information management. Its flagship application allows users to write, collect, and present ideas seamlessly across devices. Additional offerings include Skitch, which enables visual communication through annotations and sketches; Scannable, which transforms paper documents into digital scans; Evernote Web Clipper, for saving web content; and Penultimate, a handwriting app for iPad. With a user base exceeding 100 million, Evernote's innovative solutions aim to enhance productivity and streamline workflows for its customers. The company operates independently and continues to expand its offerings and team.

Sansan

Series A in 2013
Sansan Inc, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in cloud-based contact management solutions for both corporate and individual users. The company offers its flagship service, Sansan, which is designed for businesses, and the Eight app, aimed at individuals, transforming traditional business cards into valuable digital connections. Since its inception, Sansan has experienced significant growth, with over 7,000 premium corporate users including notable clients such as the Japanese Government. The company has also expanded its reach internationally, establishing a subsidiary in Singapore in 2015. With more than 1.5 million registered users on its Eight platform, Sansan continues to set the standard for contact management services in Japan and seeks to enhance networking through innovative technology.

Discoverly

Seed Round in 2013
Discoverly, Inc. is a software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012. It specializes in a tool that integrates with Gmail, allowing users to view the social accounts and updates of their email recipients in an accessible sidebar. The application facilitates the exploration of social data by providing insights from various social profiles, including details about mutual connections and recent activities. Designed for both personal and professional networking, Discoverly’s platform supports users in identifying opportunities within their networks. Additionally, the company offers premium services tailored for employers, recruiters, and businesses, enhancing their ability to leverage social connections effectively.

Manymoon

Acquisition in 2011
Manymoon is a social productivity application designed to facilitate online collaboration and task management. It is utilized by a wide range of businesses to organize group projects, discussions, tasks, and documents efficiently. The application is versatile, allowing users to manage various activities such as product launches, event planning, or construction projects. Manymoon is user-friendly, requiring no training or setup, making it accessible to anyone. It supports collaboration with both internal teams and external partners, as it operates entirely online. Manymoon has gained recognition as a leading application in the Google Apps Marketplace.
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