Silicon Valley Bank

Silicon Valley Bank, established in 1983, is a leading commercial bank headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It specializes in providing a wide array of financial services, including banking, treasury management, and international banking, to innovative technology, life science, and premium wine businesses, as well as venture capital and private equity firms. With a global presence through 27 U.S. offices and seven international operations, the bank leverages its industry knowledge, connections, and world-class service to support the success of its clients.

Greg Becker

CEO

Brian Foley

Managing Director

Peter Freyer

Managing Director of National Healthcare Sponsor Finance and Life Sciences

Scott McCarty

Director, Life Sciences

Andrew Merget

Managing Director

Christopher Morrison

Managing Director and Head of Boston Enterprise Software

Joan Parsons

Executive Vice President, Corporate Banking

Sameer Paul

Director

Marisa Phan

Managing Director - Enterprise Software

Peter Sletteland

Associate

Jordy Samiljan

Managing Director, I Leveraged Finance and Sponsor Coverage

John Benetti

Managing Director

Past deals in London

Bugcrowd

Debt Financing in 2024
Bugcrowd Inc. is a cybersecurity company that operates a crowdsourced platform connecting organizations with security researchers to enhance their digital defenses. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London and Surry Hills, Bugcrowd provides a range of security testing solutions tailored to various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, retail, and technology. Its platform facilitates customized security testing programs, enabling clients to conduct penetration tests, manage bug bounty initiatives, and oversee vulnerability disclosures. Leveraging an AI-powered system, Bugcrowd matches organizations with skilled hackers from its extensive repository of vulnerabilities and hacker profiles, ensuring a scalable and adaptable approach to security. The company aims to empower organizations to proactively address security challenges and safeguard their assets against evolving threats.

Humanising Autonomy

Debt Financing in 2023
Humanising Autonomy, based in London, specializes in developing behavior artificial intelligence software that enhances human-machine interactions. The company integrates behavioral psychology, computer vision, and large language models to predict human decision-making. Its innovative platform analyzes camera data in real-time to interpret and forecast the behaviors of pedestrians, passengers, and vehicles, thereby improving automated decision-making processes in applications such as driver alerts and vehicle motion. By utilizing its extensive proprietary human behavior data set and patented computer-vision models, Humanising Autonomy ensures its technology is both accurate and ethically responsible. The company has received several accolades for its contributions to innovation, including the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise: Innovation 2021 and recognition from Forbes 30 Under 30.

Liberis

Debt Financing in 2023
Liberis Limited is a London-based company that specializes in providing cash advances and loans to small and medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2005 and formerly known as Merchant Cash Express Limited, the company rebranded in 2013. Liberis offers a finance platform designed to deliver tailored financial solutions directly to businesses and through partnerships. With a focus on embedded finance, the company aims to support business growth by offering revenue-based financing and alternative financial services. Liberis operates as a subsidiary of Rapid Financial Services, LLC, enhancing its ability to cater to the financial needs of its clients.

Chattermill

Series B in 2022
Chattermill Limited, founded in 2014 and based in London, specializes in customer experience analytics through its software-as-a-service platform. The company employs advanced artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques to analyze customer feedback across various touchpoints, enabling organizations to derive meaningful insights at scale. Chattermill's platform is designed to help clients focus on the specific aspects of customer experience that matter most to their unique needs, enhancing customer loyalty and brand advocacy. By seamlessly integrating with existing feedback systems, Chattermill allows businesses to capture, measure, and analyze customer sentiments in real time, ultimately fostering improved customer engagement and satisfaction.

Founders Forum Group

Funding Round in 2022
Founders Forum Group, established in 2005, is a global community and network based in London, UK. It supports entrepreneurs at all stages of their journeys by connecting them with inspiring peers, pioneering investors, and impactful leaders in media and technology. The group offers a range of services, including networking and events, education, professional services, investment, and philanthropy, to foster entrepreneurial innovation and address the needs of today's founders.

Wise

Post in 2022
Wise is a company that specializes in international money transfer services, facilitating easy and low-cost transactions for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, Wise offers a core money transfer product and a borderless account designed for expats, freelancers, and travelers, which currently holds over £2 billion in deposits. The company also provides a mobile application that allows users to track their transfers and initiate new transactions conveniently. With additional offices in Tallinn and New York, Wise aims to simplify the process of sending money abroad swiftly and affordably.

Plum Fintech

Debt Financing in 2022
Plum Fintech Limited, established in 2016 and headquartered in London with additional offices in Athens and Nicosia, develops Plum, an AI-driven money management application operating on Facebook Messenger. The company's software employs algorithms to analyze users' spending habits, enabling automated tracking and management of finances. As of now, Plum has assisted over 2 million individuals across Europe, offering services such as effortless saving, empowered spending, and accessible investing, including pension and tax-wrapper products.

Wagestream

Series C in 2022
Wagestream Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a financial services application designed to enhance employee benefits and financial well-being. The platform allows employees to access their earned wages instantly, providing them with greater control over their pay schedules. This innovation aims to alleviate financial stress related to unexpected expenses by eliminating the need for advances, loans, and the burdens of high-interest credit or payday loans. Additionally, Wagestream offers various financial tools that help businesses support their employees in managing expenses, setting savings goals, and developing financial plans. By addressing these financial challenges, Wagestream seeks to reduce the poverty premium and prevent employees from falling into cycles of debt.

Wagestream

Debt Financing in 2022
Wagestream Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a financial services application designed to enhance employee benefits and financial well-being. The platform allows employees to access their earned wages instantly, providing them with greater control over their pay schedules. This innovation aims to alleviate financial stress related to unexpected expenses by eliminating the need for advances, loans, and the burdens of high-interest credit or payday loans. Additionally, Wagestream offers various financial tools that help businesses support their employees in managing expenses, setting savings goals, and developing financial plans. By addressing these financial challenges, Wagestream seeks to reduce the poverty premium and prevent employees from falling into cycles of debt.

Divido

Debt Financing in 2022
Divido is a London-based consumer lending platform that provides a white label solution for financial institutions and multinational retailers. Founded in 2014, the company offers an omnichannel platform that enables merchants to integrate financing options seamlessly at the point of purchase, whether online, in-store, or via mobile. This approach helps boost sales, enhance customer experience, and improve conversion rates by allowing consumers to spread the cost of significant purchases through installment payments. Divido has established partnerships with over 1,000 entities, including notable brands such as Nordea Finance, BNP Paribas, and BMW. With its rapid expansion, Divido aims to operate in nine countries by the end of 2017, catering to merchants, lenders, and intermediaries looking to provide instant credit options to their customers.

Soldo

Debt Financing in 2021
Soldo Limited is a company that specializes in developing expense management software solutions tailored for small businesses, enterprises, and accountants. It offers a range of products, including Soldo Pro, which manages expenses from payment to reconciliation; Soldo Premium, designed to control business spending; and Soldo Enterprise, which supports broader financial strategies. Soldo’s platform integrates prepaid Mastercard cards, a web-based administration console, and a mobile app, providing a comprehensive solution for managing the entire expense cycle. This allows organizations to gain visibility and control over their spending while ensuring compatibility with major accounting software. Founded in 2014 and based in London, Soldo also has offices in Rome, Milan, and Dublin, and caters to various sectors, including not-for-profits, start-ups, digital media, technology, and higher education.

Wise

Debt Financing in 2021
Wise is a company that specializes in international money transfer services, facilitating easy and low-cost transactions for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, Wise offers a core money transfer product and a borderless account designed for expats, freelancers, and travelers, which currently holds over £2 billion in deposits. The company also provides a mobile application that allows users to track their transfers and initiate new transactions conveniently. With additional offices in Tallinn and New York, Wise aims to simplify the process of sending money abroad swiftly and affordably.

Liberis

Debt Financing in 2020
Liberis Limited is a London-based company that specializes in providing cash advances and loans to small and medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2005 and formerly known as Merchant Cash Express Limited, the company rebranded in 2013. Liberis offers a finance platform designed to deliver tailored financial solutions directly to businesses and through partnerships. With a focus on embedded finance, the company aims to support business growth by offering revenue-based financing and alternative financial services. Liberis operates as a subsidiary of Rapid Financial Services, LLC, enhancing its ability to cater to the financial needs of its clients.

Verona Pharma

Post in 2020
Verona Pharma plc is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in London, dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for respiratory diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Founded in 2005, the company primarily focuses on its lead product candidate, ensifentrine, an inhaled dual inhibitor of phosphodiesterase enzymes 3 and 4, which functions as both a bronchodilator and an anti-inflammatory agent. Ensifentrine is currently in Phase 2b clinical development as a nebulized formulation for the maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), with additional formulations including a dry powder inhaler and a pressurized metered-dose inhaler also under development. In addition to COPD, Verona Pharma is exploring the use of ensifentrine for other respiratory conditions, including cystic fibrosis and asthma, thereby aiming to enhance the health and quality of life for patients suffering from these chronic disorders.

Chattermill

Series A in 2020
Chattermill Limited, founded in 2014 and based in London, specializes in customer experience analytics through its software-as-a-service platform. The company employs advanced artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques to analyze customer feedback across various touchpoints, enabling organizations to derive meaningful insights at scale. Chattermill's platform is designed to help clients focus on the specific aspects of customer experience that matter most to their unique needs, enhancing customer loyalty and brand advocacy. By seamlessly integrating with existing feedback systems, Chattermill allows businesses to capture, measure, and analyze customer sentiments in real time, ultimately fostering improved customer engagement and satisfaction.

Rimilia

Venture Round in 2020
Rimilia is a software developer specializing in cash allocation solutions that enhance financial processes for businesses worldwide. By leveraging machine learning and predictive analytics, Rimilia's software automates the matching of invoices to payments and manages the collection of outstanding balances. This streamlined approach reduces the manual workload associated with daily financial tasks, leading to increased revenue per customer and improved cash flow management. Rimilia's global solution is designed to integrate seamlessly with various currencies, banks, and enterprise resource planning systems, making it adaptable for use in any country and language. The company has offices in Bromsgrove and London in the UK, as well as in Denver, Colorado, and Toronto, Canada.

Remitly

Debt Financing in 2019
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that specializes in facilitating international money transfers through its extensive network across Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua, Remitly offers a mobile payment service that allows consumers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to send money easily to friends and family. The company utilizes advanced technology to streamline the money transfer process, eliminating unnecessary steps and fees associated with traditional methods. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., providing a cost-effective and reliable service for its customers. Revenue is generated through transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads, positioning Remitly as a key player in the evolving financial services landscape for immigrants.

Soldo

Series B in 2019
Soldo Limited is a company that specializes in developing expense management software solutions tailored for small businesses, enterprises, and accountants. It offers a range of products, including Soldo Pro, which manages expenses from payment to reconciliation; Soldo Premium, designed to control business spending; and Soldo Enterprise, which supports broader financial strategies. Soldo’s platform integrates prepaid Mastercard cards, a web-based administration console, and a mobile app, providing a comprehensive solution for managing the entire expense cycle. This allows organizations to gain visibility and control over their spending while ensuring compatibility with major accounting software. Founded in 2014 and based in London, Soldo also has offices in Rome, Milan, and Dublin, and caters to various sectors, including not-for-profits, start-ups, digital media, technology, and higher education.

Showpad

Series D in 2019
Showpad is a sales enablement platform that enhances the buyer experience by providing marketing and sales teams with the tools needed to prepare sellers, engage buyers, and optimize performance. Founded in 2011, the company has developed a comprehensive and flexible solution that allows users to discover and share relevant content, deliver training and coaching, and enhance seller productivity. With a unified user experience, Showpad facilitates personalized and impactful interactions between sales teams and their prospects. The platform is trusted by over 1,200 customers, including GE Healthcare, Bridgestone, Honeywell, and Merck, and is utilized across more than 50 countries. Headquartered in Ghent and Chicago, Showpad employs over 450 people and has expanded its presence with regional offices in various cities, including Brussels, London, and Munich. The company has experienced significant growth in recent years and has raised a total of $185 million in funding.

Molten Ventures

Post in 2019
Molten Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2006 and located in London, United Kingdom. The company focuses on investing in European businesses across various sectors, including software, telecommunications, electronics, digital health, and cleantech services. Molten Ventures aims to support innovative entrepreneurs who are poised to shape the future, particularly in areas such as commercial services, deep technology, artificial intelligence, and software as a service (SaaS). By concentrating on these dynamic sectors, the firm seeks to foster the growth of transformative companies that are at the forefront of technological advancement.

Clausematch

Debt Financing in 2019
Clausematch Limited is a London-based regulatory technology (RegTech) company founded in 2012, specializing in cloud-based solutions designed to assist heavily regulated organizations in managing compliance obligations. The company offers an AI-powered platform that facilitates end-to-end policy management and regulatory compliance, allowing users to navigate the compliance lifecycle effectively. Clausematch's platform employs machine learning to enhance collaboration among compliance, legal, finance, operations, and risk departments, automating impact assessments and streamlining the implementation of regulatory changes. This innovative approach enables organizations to standardize and automate their processes, reduce operational costs, accelerate implementation timelines, and demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.

Kantox

Debt Financing in 2019
Kantox, established in 2011, is a London-based technology company specializing in foreign exchange (FX) risk management solutions for corporates. It offers a software platform that automates end-to-end FX workflows, enabling businesses to mitigate risk and optimize their use of foreign currencies. Kantox's solutions include currency accounts, FX data management, risk mitigation strategies, and international payment services. The company caters to a diverse range of industries, including travel, fashion, engineering, e-commerce, and finance.

Trustpilot

Series E in 2019
Trustpilot is a global review platform that enables consumers to share and discover reviews of various businesses. With over 58 million reviews covering more than 270,000 domains, Trustpilot facilitates informed purchasing decisions for consumers while providing companies with tools to leverage feedback for business improvement. The platform garners over 3 billion monthly views from users worldwide, reflecting its significant influence in the online review space. Headquartered in multiple cities, including Copenhagen, London, and New York, Trustpilot employs around 700 individuals from over 40 nationalities. The company is committed to fostering connections between consumers and businesses to enhance overall experiences.

Eventbase

Series B in 2018
Eventbase is a leading provider of mobile event technology, specializing in enterprise-level event apps. Founded in 2009, the company offers a feature-rich platform that serves global brands and large-scale events. Its flagship product, Eventbase Premium, caters to enterprise clients, offering custom branding, engagement tools, and intelligent features like chatbots and recommendation engines. Eventbase powers events for top-tier technology companies such as IBM, Microsoft, and Cisco, as well as prominent events like SXSW and CES. With offices in Vancouver, Canada, and London, UK, Eventbase supports customers in North America and the EMEA region.

Azimo

Series C in 2018
Azimo, established in 2012, is a London-based digital money transfer company that operates globally. It offers a user-friendly mobile app for sending money internationally, either to bank accounts or over 270,000 cash pick-up points worldwide. Azimo's platform is designed to be fast, secure, and cost-effective, providing an alternative to traditional high street remittance services. It supports both Android and iOS devices, enabling users to transfer funds from any internet-connected device.

Kantox

Debt Financing in 2017
Kantox, established in 2011, is a London-based technology company specializing in foreign exchange (FX) risk management solutions for corporates. It offers a software platform that automates end-to-end FX workflows, enabling businesses to mitigate risk and optimize their use of foreign currencies. Kantox's solutions include currency accounts, FX data management, risk mitigation strategies, and international payment services. The company caters to a diverse range of industries, including travel, fashion, engineering, e-commerce, and finance.

51WORLD

Series B in 2017
51WORLD is a Beijing-based company specializing in digital twin technology, virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence solutions tailored for various industries, including real estate, automotive, advertising, education, and entertainment. Founded in 2015, the company integrates technologies such as physical and industrial simulation, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing to create a comprehensive digital twin application ecosystem. This ecosystem assists governments and enterprises in their digital transformation efforts, positioning digital twins as essential infrastructure. 51WORLD offers a range of proprietary tools, including the All Element Scene, 51Sim-One for autonomous driving and simulation, and various data integration solutions. Its technology has been implemented across nearly 1,000 enterprises and over 100 cities, addressing sectors such as smart cities, transportation, energy, and real estate. Notable projects include digital twin applications in significant national development areas and urban infrastructure initiatives. The company maintains multiple offices in China and has international locations in the United States, Israel, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.

Snatch

Seed Round in 2017
Snatch Media Limited is a mobile game development company based in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, specializing in free-to-play virtual treasure hunt games. Founded in 2015 and originally known as Pass the Parcel App UK Limited, the company offers a unique gaming experience through augmented reality technology. Players engage in interactive treasure hunts to find parcels containing various rewards, including holiday tickets, exclusive discounts, and cash prizes, all sponsored by brand partners. The games are available for download on both the App Store and Google Play. Snatch aims to transform brand engagement by providing an enjoyable and rewarding way for users to interact with products and services. The company was co-founded by Jamal Hirani and Joe Martin in 2016.

Persado

Debt Financing in 2017
Persado Inc., established in 2011, specializes in AI-generated marketing language solutions. Headquartered in New York, with offices in San Francisco, Chicago, Europe, and the UK, Persado serves major brands across retail, finance, travel, telecom, and healthcare. Its AI platforms, including Pro Email, Pro Social, and Persado Enterprise, create emotionally resonant language for emails, social ads, and personalized consumer interactions, driving short-term sales and long-term relationships. Persado's solutions have generated over $1.5 billion in incremental revenue for clients like Ally Bank, JPMorgan Chase, and Verizon, demonstrating an average 41% lift in conversion rates.

Trustpilot

Debt Financing in 2017
Trustpilot is a global review platform that enables consumers to share and discover reviews of various businesses. With over 58 million reviews covering more than 270,000 domains, Trustpilot facilitates informed purchasing decisions for consumers while providing companies with tools to leverage feedback for business improvement. The platform garners over 3 billion monthly views from users worldwide, reflecting its significant influence in the online review space. Headquartered in multiple cities, including Copenhagen, London, and New York, Trustpilot employs around 700 individuals from over 40 nationalities. The company is committed to fostering connections between consumers and businesses to enhance overall experiences.

Mereo Biopharma

Post in 2017
Mereo Biopharma, established in London in 2015, specializes in acquiring and advancing late-stage drug candidates from larger pharmaceutical companies. These candidates, often overlooked due to resource constraints, target rare and specialized diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Mereo's strategy involves rapidly progressing these assets through clinical development, either by partnering or divesting them, or directly commercializing them, particularly in orphan disease indications. The company combines operational efficiency with financial resources, leveraging a unique partnership with a leading global CRO, ICON, to conduct comprehensive clinical studies. Mereo's focus is on transforming the lives of patients worldwide by developing innovative medicines that can significantly improve their quality of life.

Donuts

Debt Financing in 2017
Donuts Inc is the registry of next generation domain names. With nearly 200 top-level domains, and millions of registrants, Donuts offers a wide variety of clear and meaningful names that represent your identity online in the best possible way. Whether looking for business identifiers (.ltd), navigation (.support), vertical market specifics (.builders) or broad-based generics (.world), their portfolio offers unequaled precision and differentiation. Using their industry-first DPML product, they also work with a large majority of the top global brands to protect their trademarks online. With office locations in Seattle, Washington DC, Los Angeles, London and Hong Kong, they sell their products through the world's leading registrars and resellers, including Go Daddy, Alibaba and 1and1.

Wunderkind

Series A in 2017
Wunderkind, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in cloud-based solutions for customer acquisition and behavioral marketing automation. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York City, with an additional office in London, Wunderkind offers a platform known as BounceX, which focuses on people-based marketing. This platform enables online publishers and retail website owners to engage visitors through targeted messaging and timely advertising, ultimately enhancing conversion rates and increasing revenue. Wunderkind's technology leverages real-time user behavior data, such as mouse movements and intent signals, to identify potential customers and deliver personalized experiences across various channels, including websites, email, and advertisements. The company's impressive client roster includes well-known brands like Uniqlo, Lufthansa, and CNN, and it is recognized for driving significant revenue growth for these businesses through its innovative marketing solutions.

Urban

Debt Financing in 2017
Urban is a wellness service platform that facilitates the booking of at-home treatments through an online portal. Founded in London in 2014 by Jack Tang and Giles Williams, the platform connects users with qualified wellness professionals for a variety of services, including massage, beauty treatments, personal training, and osteopathy. Urban aims to democratize wellness by making these services accessible in urban areas, thereby integrating wellness into the busy lives of city dwellers. Users can select from a range of trusted, pre-vetted practitioners, viewing detailed profiles that include personal bios, ratings, and reviews, while practitioners retain a significant portion of the booking fees.

Remitly

Debt Financing in 2016
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that specializes in facilitating international money transfers through its extensive network across Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua, Remitly offers a mobile payment service that allows consumers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to send money easily to friends and family. The company utilizes advanced technology to streamline the money transfer process, eliminating unnecessary steps and fees associated with traditional methods. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., providing a cost-effective and reliable service for its customers. Revenue is generated through transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads, positioning Remitly as a key player in the evolving financial services landscape for immigrants.

Remitly

Series C in 2016
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that specializes in facilitating international money transfers through its extensive network across Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua, Remitly offers a mobile payment service that allows consumers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to send money easily to friends and family. The company utilizes advanced technology to streamline the money transfer process, eliminating unnecessary steps and fees associated with traditional methods. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., providing a cost-effective and reliable service for its customers. Revenue is generated through transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads, positioning Remitly as a key player in the evolving financial services landscape for immigrants.

Auth0

Series B in 2016
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform that specializes in providing authentication and authorization solutions for developers and security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools that streamline the process of user authentication across various applications and platforms. The platform supports single sign-on capabilities, allowing users to authenticate via multiple identity providers while enabling developers to customize the authentication pipeline. Auth0's services also include multi-factor authentication and passwordless login options, enhancing security and user experience. Additionally, the company offers Auth0 Signals, a set of threat intelligence tools designed to protect against identity attacks by leveraging information from the dark web. With a global presence that includes offices in London, Singapore, Buenos Aires, Sydney, and Tokyo, Auth0 serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises.

Redis

Series C in 2016
Redis is a leading provider of an open-source, in-memory data structure platform that serves as a database, cache, and message broker. Founded in 2011, the company has gained recognition for its ability to enhance application performance through its fast data platform, which offers a variety of data structures, including strings, hashes, lists, and geospatial indexes. Redis's technology enables high availability and efficient data management through built-in replication, Lua scripting, and various persistence options. With a strong international presence across cities such as San Francisco, Austin, London, and Tel Aviv, Redis has supported over 10,000 customers in building and scaling applications. The company is committed to maintaining its open-source roots while providing both cloud and on-premises solutions, thereby setting a new standard for application speed in the digital business landscape.

Signal

Series E in 2016
Signal Digital, Inc. is a digital marketing technology company that specializes in customer identity solutions for enterprises. Its platform enhances customer experiences by delivering contextual relevance across various engagement points. Key offerings include Onboard to Activate, which effectively targets the right customers while filtering out duplicates, and Onsite Identity Resolution, which identifies anonymous website visitors. Additionally, its Measurement solution provides real-time insights into media impressions and return on investment, enabling marketers to better understand their audiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Signal also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Sydney. As of August 2020, Signal operates as a subsidiary of TransUnion.

London House Exchange

Series B in 2016
London House Exchange Limited, operating as Property Partner, is a technology-driven property investment platform based in London, United Kingdom. Established in 2013, the company facilitates investment in a diverse range of properties, including residential, purpose-built student accommodation, and commercial real estate across the UK and Europe. By offering a fractional investment model, London House Exchange allows users to invest in multiple properties easily and efficiently. The platform emphasizes simplicity and transparency in property investment, providing clients with tools for investment tracking, deal negotiation, and handling necessary paperwork. This enables investors to earn rental income while managing costs effectively.

Redis

Series B in 2015
Redis is a leading provider of an open-source, in-memory data structure platform that serves as a database, cache, and message broker. Founded in 2011, the company has gained recognition for its ability to enhance application performance through its fast data platform, which offers a variety of data structures, including strings, hashes, lists, and geospatial indexes. Redis's technology enables high availability and efficient data management through built-in replication, Lua scripting, and various persistence options. With a strong international presence across cities such as San Francisco, Austin, London, and Tel Aviv, Redis has supported over 10,000 customers in building and scaling applications. The company is committed to maintaining its open-source roots while providing both cloud and on-premises solutions, thereby setting a new standard for application speed in the digital business landscape.

Auth0

Series A in 2015
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform that specializes in providing authentication and authorization solutions for developers and security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools that streamline the process of user authentication across various applications and platforms. The platform supports single sign-on capabilities, allowing users to authenticate via multiple identity providers while enabling developers to customize the authentication pipeline. Auth0's services also include multi-factor authentication and passwordless login options, enhancing security and user experience. Additionally, the company offers Auth0 Signals, a set of threat intelligence tools designed to protect against identity attacks by leveraging information from the dark web. With a global presence that includes offices in London, Singapore, Buenos Aires, Sydney, and Tokyo, Auth0 serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises.

Notonthehighstreet

Debt Financing in 2015
Notonthehighstreet is a UK-based online retailer operating since 2006, offering a curated selection of unique, high-quality products across various categories such as homeware, garden, jewelry, art, and gifts. The platform connects customers directly with over 5,000 small creative businesses, providing an alternative to traditional high street shopping. With headquarters in Richmond, the company has experienced significant growth, reaching gross sales of £127 million in 2014, and employs a team of over 200. Notonthehighstreet is backed by several venture capital firms and is led by CEO Simon Belsham, aiming to build a brand that supports partners' growth and innovation while captivating customers for the long term.

Tapad

Series B in 2015
Tapad Inc., established in 2010, is a global marketing technology company headquartered in New York with offices worldwide. It specializes in providing identity-based marketing solutions, primarily its proprietary Tapad Graph. This technology integrates billions of data points to understand consumer behavior across various devices, enabling publishers and advertisers to engage consumers more effectively and personalize campaigns at scale. Tapad's offerings include The Tapad Customer Data Platform for managing first-party data, Device Graph Access for targeting workflows, Applied Analytics suite for campaign performance tracking, and Dynamic Audiences for precise cross-device targeting. Serving agency trading desks, publishers, marketing technology companies, and Fortune 500 brands, Tapad operates as a subsidiary of Experian plc since November 2020.

MADE

Debt Financing in 2014
Made.com Design Limited specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-end furniture, making luxury home design accessible to consumers. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company connects customers directly with designers, eliminating middlemen to offer high-quality, made-to-order products at competitive prices. Made.com features a diverse range of furniture, including sofas, chairs, tables, lighting, storage solutions, and bedding, catering to various styles and needs. By selling exclusively online and avoiding showrooms and warehouses, the company minimizes waste and surplus stock, producing items in response to grouped customer orders every seven days. This approach enables Made.com to provide furniture typically priced 70-85% lower than traditional retailers. The brand collaborates with renowned designers and skilled craftsmen, ensuring quality while maintaining affordability. With a growing customer base, Made.com continues to transform the furniture market by offering stylish, well-crafted pieces that enhance home environments.

Startup Institute

Series A in 2014
Startup Institute Inc. is an educational organization that focuses on accelerating careers for individuals aiming to thrive in startup environments. Founded in 2012 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a comprehensive 8-Week Core Program, which features practitioner-led instruction and hands-on curriculum across various tracks, including marketing, software development, product design, and sales. Additionally, the Part-Time RampUp program serves as a community-driven learning experience. Startup Institute is strategically positioned within key tech hubs such as Boston, New York, Berlin, Chicago, and London, enabling it to provide students with vital technical skills, cultural competencies, and an extensive professional network. The organization's offerings include personalized career mentorship and connections to industry professionals, all aimed at preparing graduates for successful careers in the innovation sector.

MediaMath

Debt Financing in 2014
MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.

Bit Stew Systems

Debt Financing in 2014
Bit Stew Systems Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing a data intelligence platform aimed at addressing the integration needs of various industries, including utilities, oil and gas, aviation, and manufacturing. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, the company has expanded its operations to locations in Mountain View, California; Melbourne, Australia; Madrid, Spain; and London, United Kingdom. Bit Stew Systems develops MIx Core, a platform designed for the industrial Internet of Things, which facilitates complex data integration, real-time analytics, dynamic event management, and predictive automation. The platform incorporates machine intelligence, edge analytics, and semantic modeling, allowing users to gain insights into their industrial operations and connected devices. As of November 2016, Bit Stew Systems operates as a subsidiary of GE Digital LLC.

SportPursuit

Series B in 2014
SportPursuit Ltd. is an online platform based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in retailing sports and recreational goods. Founded in 2011, it is recognized as the UK's first sport-specific flash sales website, offering a unique shopping experience for sports enthusiasts. The platform features a variety of high-quality sports products, including clothing, footwear, accessories, equipment, and nutrition, available through exclusive flash sales that last seven days. Members can access discounts of up to 70% off the recommended retail price, all within a personalized and engaging environment. SportPursuit collaborates closely with brand partners to enhance their visibility and encourage consumer engagement, effectively connecting sports brands with a targeted audience of active individuals.

Knewton

Series E in 2013
Knewton, Inc. is a developer of an online adaptive learning engine based in New York, with additional offices in London, Tokyo, Singapore, and Dubai. Established in 2008, Knewton's platform personalizes education by providing students with tailored study recommendations, equipping teachers with analytics to enhance student support, and offering publishers insights to create more effective digital educational products. The company's adaptive learning solutions cater to higher education students across various subjects, including mathematics, economics, reading and writing, biology, and engineering. Knewton's technology is utilized by educational institutions and companies globally, and it has been recognized as a leader in the education technology sector, receiving accolades for its innovative approach to personalized learning.

Ezoic

Seed Round in 2013
Ezoic, Inc. is a technology company that provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to assist small website owners in optimizing their online presence. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, with additional offices in Gateshead and London, Ezoic specializes in a multivariate testing platform that enhances website layouts based on user interactions across devices such as mobile, tablet, and desktop. The platform employs machine learning to personalize user experiences, improve site speed, and increase ad revenue by predicting visitor responses to automated changes. Ezoic's services cater to publishers, bloggers, and ad operation professionals, offering solutions that streamline ad implementation, optimization, and testing. By optimizing over 1.3 billion user experiences each month, Ezoic aims to enhance both user experience metrics and revenue generation for its clients.

AccessData Group

Debt Financing in 2013
AccessData Group develops and delivers digital forensics and e-Discovery software solutions for a global clientele including corporations, law enforcement, government agencies, and law firms. Its e-Discovery solutions encompass platforms like Summation and AD eDiscovery, which facilitate legal review, data processing, and case management. The company's digital forensics offerings include Forensic Toolkit, Mobile Phone Examiner Plus (MPE+), nFIELD, AccessData Lab, AD QBlaze, AD Enterprise, and AD Triage, each serving various investigative needs. Additionally, AccessData Group provides services such as data acquisition, preservation, host and network analysis, auditing, monitoring, expert witness testimony, and litigation support. Founded in 1987 and based in Orem, Utah, the company has a significant global presence with offices in Sterling, Virginia; London, United Kingdom; Frankfurt am Main, Germany; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. AccessData Group is also renowned for its digital forensics training and certification programs.

AccessData Group

Private Equity Round in 2013
AccessData Group develops and delivers digital forensics and e-Discovery software solutions for a global clientele including corporations, law enforcement, government agencies, and law firms. Its e-Discovery solutions encompass platforms like Summation and AD eDiscovery, which facilitate legal review, data processing, and case management. The company's digital forensics offerings include Forensic Toolkit, Mobile Phone Examiner Plus (MPE+), nFIELD, AccessData Lab, AD QBlaze, AD Enterprise, and AD Triage, each serving various investigative needs. Additionally, AccessData Group provides services such as data acquisition, preservation, host and network analysis, auditing, monitoring, expert witness testimony, and litigation support. Founded in 1987 and based in Orem, Utah, the company has a significant global presence with offices in Sterling, Virginia; London, United Kingdom; Frankfurt am Main, Germany; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. AccessData Group is also renowned for its digital forensics training and certification programs.

Signal

Series C in 2012
Signal Digital, Inc. is a digital marketing technology company that specializes in customer identity solutions for enterprises. Its platform enhances customer experiences by delivering contextual relevance across various engagement points. Key offerings include Onboard to Activate, which effectively targets the right customers while filtering out duplicates, and Onsite Identity Resolution, which identifies anonymous website visitors. Additionally, its Measurement solution provides real-time insights into media impressions and return on investment, enabling marketers to better understand their audiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Signal also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Sydney. As of August 2020, Signal operates as a subsidiary of TransUnion.

SugarCRM

Venture Round in 2012
SugarCRM Inc. is a provider of customer relationship management (CRM) solutions that caters to both small businesses and enterprises globally. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company has expanded its presence with offices in cities such as New York, London, and Sydney, along with operations across various European countries. SugarCRM offers a comprehensive platform that includes applications for sales, marketing, customer support, and campaign management, designed to enhance decision-making and foster stronger customer relationships. The company's innovative CRM solutions are recognized for their user-friendly interface and adaptability, serving a diverse range of sectors including manufacturing, financial services, and insurance. With over 1.5 million users in 120 countries, SugarCRM aims to deliver a personalized and engaging user experience that integrates the simplicity of consumer applications with the functionality needed for effective business processes.

Connexity

Debt Financing in 2011
Connexity, Inc. is a technology-driven marketing solutions company that specializes in price comparison shopping and customer acquisition. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with additional offices in London and Karlsruhe, Connexity connects retailers to consumers globally through various marketing channels, including its publisher and social influencer networks. The company provides a range of services that assist online retailers in acquiring new customers and driving sales, such as search marketing, syndicated product listings, targeted display advertising, and audience targeting. Connexity's platform also offers marketers and their agencies the ability to reach targeted audiences across multiple devices through programmatic media buying. Formerly known as Shopzilla, Inc., the company rebranded to Connexity in September 2014, reflecting its focus on enhancing eCommerce capabilities and insights for retailers and brands.

Techstars

Venture Round in 2011
Techstars is a global platform that invests in and supports early-stage technology companies. Founded in 2006, it operates a mentorship-driven accelerator program, providing seed funding, intensive mentorship, and access to a network of investors and entrepreneurs. Techstars has programs in various locations worldwide, including Boston, Boulder, New York, Seattle, London, Chicago, and Austin. It invests $118,000 in each company, with $18,000 in seed funding and an optional $100,000 convertible debt note. Techstars also has industry-specific accelerator programs, such as Techstars Retail and Techstars Music, focusing on retail and music technology, respectively. Its portfolio includes over 1,000 companies with a combined market cap of $8.1 billion.

ParAccel

Series E in 2011
ParAccel is a data analysis platform that specializes in accelerating analytics for businesses, enabling them to innovate and compete effectively. The ParAccel Analytic Platform integrates an analytic database with advanced extensibility and integration technology, allowing organizations to access and leverage big data analytics in real-time. The company serves Fortune 1000 clients, helping them explore and utilize extensive data analytics capabilities. Founded in 2005 by Barry Zane, a member of the founding team at Netezza, ParAccel is headquartered in Campbell, California, with additional offices in San Diego and London.

eVestment

Venture Round in 2010
eVestment is a global provider of institutional investment data intelligence and analytics, offering a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance research and decision-making for investment professionals. The company operates the eVestment Global Database, which is recognized as one of the most extensive datasets in the industry, and delivers insights through its web-based eVestment Analytics platform, known for facilitating manager comparisons and competitive intelligence. Additionally, eVestment's Omni system addresses data management challenges by automating the updating and transformation of manager data across multiple databases. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Atlanta, with offices in major cities around the world, eVestment serves a diverse clientele that includes investment consultants, asset managers, and plan sponsors. Its commitment to client service and innovation has earned it accolades such as being named the “Most Influential Database” by FundFire and recognition in the Inc. 5000 list for consecutive years.

MediaMath

Debt Financing in 2009
MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.

Vhayu Technologies

Series C in 2005
Vhayu Technologies, established in 1998 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, specializes in enterprise tick data solutions for the finance industry. Its flagship products, Velocity for Equities, Fixed Income, and Options, are complex event processing platforms enabling real-time and historical market data analysis. The company also offers data feed handlers, analysis tools, and consulting services to enhance trading speed and efficiency for financial institutions worldwide. As of 2009, Vhayu operates as a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters PLC.
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