Southern Cross Venture Partners

Southern Cross Venture Partners, established in 2006 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments in technology companies. With additional offices in Brisbane and Palo Alto, the firm targets sectors such as renewable energy, software systems, internet applications, big data, digital commerce, telecommunications, semiconductors, medical devices, security, and advanced materials. Southern Cross is committed to partnering with its portfolio companies to foster exceptional growth and market leadership. The firm typically invests between $2 million and $5 million as an initial investment, with the capacity to participate in subsequent funding rounds. Their experienced team leverages a robust network and industry knowledge to build significant shareholder value and support the success of the companies they invest in.

Gareth Dando

Founding Managing Director

Frank Foster

Venture Partner

49 past transactions

Sunman

Series B in 2020
Sunman Energy Co., Ltd. is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative solar panels, founded in 2014 and based in North Sydney, Australia, with additional locations in Shanghai, Germany, and Japan. The company is known for its eArc technology, which includes the world’s first glass-free, lightweight, and flexible solar panels. By utilizing advanced composite materials, Sunman aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable, targeting markets and applications that were previously unfeasible. Its product offerings include eArc modules, eRoof solutions, and mobile solar products designed for various building and roofing applications. Through its focus on research and development, Sunman Energy seeks to enhance the reliability and cost-effectiveness of solar technology for a broader audience.

Sunman

Series A in 2018
Sunman Energy Co., Ltd. is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative solar panels, founded in 2014 and based in North Sydney, Australia, with additional locations in Shanghai, Germany, and Japan. The company is known for its eArc technology, which includes the world’s first glass-free, lightweight, and flexible solar panels. By utilizing advanced composite materials, Sunman aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable, targeting markets and applications that were previously unfeasible. Its product offerings include eArc modules, eRoof solutions, and mobile solar products designed for various building and roofing applications. Through its focus on research and development, Sunman Energy seeks to enhance the reliability and cost-effectiveness of solar technology for a broader audience.

Wave Computing

Series D in 2017
Wave Computing, Inc. specializes in dataflow-based solutions designed to enhance application performance from edge devices to data centers. The company provides a range of products, including AI system-on-chips (SoCs), automotive SoCs, and SoCs for smart home electronics. Additionally, Wave offers an AI platform that enables enterprises to transition their AI use cases from cloud environments to on-premise infrastructure. Founded in 2008 and originally known as Wave Semiconductor, the company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in various locations, including Manila, Shanghai, and Tokyo. Despite its innovative contributions to AI and deep learning, Wave Computing filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in April 2020, indicating financial challenges.

Brisbane Materials

Series B in 2017
Brisbane Materials aims to be the leading supplier of anti-reflective and anti-soiling coatings for solar and other applications. Born out of the University of Queensland in 2005, Brisbane Materials builds on six years and significant investment in technology and application experience. Longer term, Brisbane Materials will extend its unique room temperature and atmospheric pressure synthesis of glass and ceramic coatings to a wide variety of materials systems and applications.

Autopilot

Venture Round in 2017
AutopilotHQ Inc. specializes in marketing software solutions designed to automate the customer journey for businesses of various sizes and sectors. The company offers a visual marketing platform that consolidates customer contacts, integrates seamlessly with tools like Salesforce and Twilio, and enables multi-channel engagement through email, SMS, and direct mail. Autopilot's features include real-time event tracking, insightful reporting, and the ability to create customized marketing journeys that enhance customer relationships and drive revenue growth. Additionally, it provides a messaging service called Headsup, allowing companies to communicate with customers directly on their websites or applications. Founded in 2012 by three Australian brothers and headquartered in San Francisco, Autopilot serves over 2,000 clients globally, including notable names in technology, e-commerce, and finance. The company has secured significant funding to support its operations and growth.

Wattwatchers

Series A in 2017
Wattwatchers Pty Ltd is an Australian company focused on developing and marketing real-time metering, communication, and control technologies for various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial. Established in 2006 and based in Rydalmere, the company offers a range of systems that monitor energy flows and power metrics at both mains and circuit levels. Its products include real-time meters that operate on 3G and Wi-Fi, along with accessories for enhanced connectivity. These devices allow users to observe and manage electricity consumption in real time, enabling better energy efficiency and demand management. Wattwatchers also provides software-as-a-service solutions and cloud-based management tools, facilitating the integration of its systems with existing infrastructures. The company's offerings support various applications, including solar energy monitoring and energy management for small to medium enterprises, ultimately helping users reduce their electricity costs by identifying power-hungry devices.

GreenSync

Series B in 2017
GreenSync is a global energy-tech company that connects energy resources to create dynamic grids. GreenSync platform has knowledge of major grid congestion points and can pay rebates to customers to help improve the reliability of the grid. The company helps transform businesses and markets globally. It enables new markets by facilitating peer-to-peer and micro markets as well as large scale trading through our platform. GreenSync helps you buy, sell and store energy in the most efficient way possible.
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BioGill

Venture Round in 2016
BioGill is a biotechnology company that specializes in the manufacture of above-ground, attached growth bioreactors and biofilters for water treatment. Their innovative technology operates in over eighteen countries, addressing a range of wastewater types, including those from food and beverage processing, sewage, commercial kitchens, grease traps, and grey water. Central to BioGill's solution are patented nano ceramic media, known as "gills," which create an optimal, oxygen-rich environment for microorganisms to thrive and effectively consume nutrients from wastewater. This results in superior biological water treatment while minimizing energy and cost. With its headquarters in Sydney, Australia, BioGill also maintains a sales and operations office in Singapore and a product assembly hub in Shenzhen, China. The technology is distributed through selected specialists in water treatment system design and installation and is protected by patents worldwide.

Geli

Series A in 2016
Geli, or Growing Energy Labs, Inc., focuses on providing software and business solutions for the design, automation, and management of energy storage systems. The company offers a comprehensive suite of products that facilitates an interconnected ecosystem for project developers, original equipment manufacturers, financiers, and project operators. Geli's hardware-agnostic software platform streamlines the energy storage development process, helping clients to efficiently implement advanced energy projects while minimizing their environmental impact.

Mojo Power

Venture Round in 2016
Mojo Power Pty Ltd. is an Australian electricity company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Sydney. Initially known as Enegeni Operations Pty. Ltd., it rebranded to Mojo Power in September 2015. The company focuses on selling and distributing electricity, with a particular emphasis on solar energy solutions. Mojo Power also offers an energy monitoring platform that helps consumers access wholesale electricity rates and track their electricity consumption. This platform enables users to reduce their energy usage and save money on their electricity bills.

Autopilot

Series B in 2015
AutopilotHQ Inc. specializes in marketing software solutions designed to automate the customer journey for businesses of various sizes and sectors. The company offers a visual marketing platform that consolidates customer contacts, integrates seamlessly with tools like Salesforce and Twilio, and enables multi-channel engagement through email, SMS, and direct mail. Autopilot's features include real-time event tracking, insightful reporting, and the ability to create customized marketing journeys that enhance customer relationships and drive revenue growth. Additionally, it provides a messaging service called Headsup, allowing companies to communicate with customers directly on their websites or applications. Founded in 2012 by three Australian brothers and headquartered in San Francisco, Autopilot serves over 2,000 clients globally, including notable names in technology, e-commerce, and finance. The company has secured significant funding to support its operations and growth.

Octillion Power Systems

Venture Round in 2015
Octillion Power Systems specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced lithium-ion batteries for industrial and vehicle applications, including electric cars, trucks, and buses. The company employs a detailed design process that incorporates extensive thermal modeling and fully integrated battery management systems. These efforts ensure that their products meet specific industry needs while maintaining standardized production processes. By focusing on customized solutions, Octillion Power Systems enables various industries to access efficient and reliable energy storage systems quickly and effectively.

Sunverge

Series B in 2014
Sunverge Energy Inc. is a company that develops and operates a cloud-based platform for the aggregation and management of distributed energy resources. It provides integrated solar solutions, including the Sunverge Solar Integration System (SIS) Release 1.2, which facilitates the distribution of renewable energy generation and storage, and the Sunverge SISport load management software, designed to help manage peak residential load. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including homeowners, small to medium-sized businesses, utilities, and electricity regulators. Founded in 2010, Sunverge is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Fortitude Valley, Australia. The company has formed strategic alliances with LG Electronics and Eaton to enhance its offerings.

Autopilot

Series B in 2014
AutopilotHQ Inc. specializes in marketing software solutions designed to automate the customer journey for businesses of various sizes and sectors. The company offers a visual marketing platform that consolidates customer contacts, integrates seamlessly with tools like Salesforce and Twilio, and enables multi-channel engagement through email, SMS, and direct mail. Autopilot's features include real-time event tracking, insightful reporting, and the ability to create customized marketing journeys that enhance customer relationships and drive revenue growth. Additionally, it provides a messaging service called Headsup, allowing companies to communicate with customers directly on their websites or applications. Founded in 2012 by three Australian brothers and headquartered in San Francisco, Autopilot serves over 2,000 clients globally, including notable names in technology, e-commerce, and finance. The company has secured significant funding to support its operations and growth.

BigTinCan

Series A in 2014
Bigtincan (ASX:BTH) helps sales and service teams increase win rates and customer satisfaction. The company’s mobile, AI-powered sales enablement automation platform features the industry’s premier user experience that empowers reps to more effectively engage with customers and prospects and encourages team-wide adoption. Leading brands including AT&T, ThermoFisher, Merck, ANZ Bank and others rely on Bigtincan to enhance sales productivity at every customer interaction. With global sales and marketing headquartered in Boston, Bigtincan also has offices across EMEA, Australia and Asia.

Mocana

Venture Round in 2013
Mocana Corporation specializes in cybersecurity software solutions designed to protect Internet of Things (IoT) devices, operational technology, and industrial infrastructure. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company provides a comprehensive mobile application security platform that supports organizations in delivering secure, business-critical applications. Its offerings include KeyTone, a secure communication application, and various mobile application protection solutions that cater to a wide range of organizational needs. Mocana’s software enables manufacturers and industrial companies to create self-defending, tamper-resistant systems, ensuring end-to-end security from device manufacturing to deployment. The company also addresses cybersecurity for various sectors, including aerospace, defense, healthcare, and utilities, helping clients minimize the risk of breaches, comply with industry standards, and protect their intellectual property. Mocana serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 50 enterprises and government agencies, and has established strategic partnerships to enhance its security solutions.

Boulder Ionics

Venture Round in 2013
Boulder Ionics is a start-up focused on producing ionic liquids and ionic liquid-based electrolytes tailored for demanding electrochemical applications. Utilizing a proprietary high-throughput synthesis platform, the company manufactures ultra-high-purity ionic liquids that offer an exceptional price/performance ratio. Its advanced Iolyte™ electrolytes and pure ionic liquids are designed for use in various products, including ultracapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and next-generation metal-air batteries. Boulder Ionics collaborates with several strategic partners and industry leaders, with plans for the full integration of its Iolyte™ electrolytes into an expanding range of commercial products.

Precise Light Surgical

Venture Round in 2013
Precise Light Surgical, Inc. specializes in developing innovative tissue resection solutions for microsurgical procedures. Founded in 2008 and based in California, the company focuses on providing less invasive surgical options that prioritize the preservation of critical anatomy, thereby reducing surgical risks and enhancing patient outcomes. Its technology, which employs flash vaporization, offers precise control for the removal of delicate tissues while safeguarding nerves and blood vessels. This approach is applicable across various medical fields, including plastic surgery, ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgery, and neurosurgery. By improving surgical precision and reducing recovery time, Precise Light Surgical aims to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of surgical interventions.

Hydrexia

Series B in 2013
Hydrexia is an Australian company that has successfully designed, built, and tested systems that stores hydrogen in solid form, based on a proprietary magnesium alloy.

Autopilot

Series A in 2013
AutopilotHQ Inc. specializes in marketing software solutions designed to automate the customer journey for businesses of various sizes and sectors. The company offers a visual marketing platform that consolidates customer contacts, integrates seamlessly with tools like Salesforce and Twilio, and enables multi-channel engagement through email, SMS, and direct mail. Autopilot's features include real-time event tracking, insightful reporting, and the ability to create customized marketing journeys that enhance customer relationships and drive revenue growth. Additionally, it provides a messaging service called Headsup, allowing companies to communicate with customers directly on their websites or applications. Founded in 2012 by three Australian brothers and headquartered in San Francisco, Autopilot serves over 2,000 clients globally, including notable names in technology, e-commerce, and finance. The company has secured significant funding to support its operations and growth.

Brandscreen

Series B in 2012
Brandscreen is a technology startup specializing in real-time media trading, with its primary office located in Singapore and research and development operations based in Sydney. Founded in 2006, the company has positioned itself as a leader in the online advertising industry, focusing on transforming the purchasing and selling of digital ad space. Brandscreen offers an online trading platform that allows brands and media agencies to engage in real-time bidding for display and mobile advertising across various exchanges. By leveraging advanced technology, Brandscreen aims to streamline the advertising process and enhance the effectiveness of media buying.

Brisbane Materials

Series A in 2012
Brisbane Materials aims to be the leading supplier of anti-reflective and anti-soiling coatings for solar and other applications. Born out of the University of Queensland in 2005, Brisbane Materials builds on six years and significant investment in technology and application experience. Longer term, Brisbane Materials will extend its unique room temperature and atmospheric pressure synthesis of glass and ceramic coatings to a wide variety of materials systems and applications.

CrossFiber

Series D in 2012
CrossFiber develop and manufacture LiteSwitch Modules: flexible all-optical switching modules for a range of applications from ROADMs to automated fiber cross-connects.

Mocana

Series D in 2012
Mocana Corporation specializes in cybersecurity software solutions designed to protect Internet of Things (IoT) devices, operational technology, and industrial infrastructure. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company provides a comprehensive mobile application security platform that supports organizations in delivering secure, business-critical applications. Its offerings include KeyTone, a secure communication application, and various mobile application protection solutions that cater to a wide range of organizational needs. Mocana’s software enables manufacturers and industrial companies to create self-defending, tamper-resistant systems, ensuring end-to-end security from device manufacturing to deployment. The company also addresses cybersecurity for various sectors, including aerospace, defense, healthcare, and utilities, helping clients minimize the risk of breaches, comply with industry standards, and protect their intellectual property. Mocana serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 50 enterprises and government agencies, and has established strategic partnerships to enhance its security solutions.

Shoes of Prey

Series A in 2012
Shoes of Prey Pty Ltd. is an innovative footwear brand that enables women to design and customize their own shoes, including styles such as ballet flats, stilettos, sandals, oxfords, and wedges. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, the company operates both online and in physical stores located in cities such as Bellevue, Newport Beach, San Francisco, Paramus, Oak Brook, Arlington, and Sydney. Shoes of Prey focuses on bespoke, hand-made shoes tailored to individual customer preferences, allowing them to select details such as heel height, toe shape, fabric, color, and embellishments. The company has experienced significant growth and recognition, having won several awards, including Online Retailer of the Year and Store Design of the Year at the World Retail Awards in 2013. Shoes of Prey delivers its products globally, catering to a diverse customer base seeking personalized footwear solutions.

Quantenna Communications

Private Equity Round in 2012
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Wooboard.com

Angel Round in 2012
Wooboard Pty Ltd. is an Australian company based in Surry Hills that specializes in providing software as a service to enhance employee morale, productivity, and teamwork within organizations. Founded in 2011, Wooboard focuses on fostering a culture of recognition among employees by enabling peer-to-peer acknowledgment through its platform. Users can give a 'Woo' to colleagues for noteworthy contributions, allowing both the giver and receiver to earn points. Accumulating points facilitates advancement through different levels within the system. The recognition activity is shared with the entire team via an activity stream and email notifications, promoting a supportive work environment. Wooboard operates as a subsidiary of REFFIND Ltd. since 2015.

Virsto Software

Series B in 2011
Virsto Software, founded in late 2007 by experts in storage and virtualization, focuses on developing innovative virtual storage solutions designed for virtual servers and data centers. The company offers Virsto One, a hypervisor-based storage virtualization software that allows organizations to optimize storage-intensive workloads. This solution enhances the consolidation of server and storage hardware while simplifying storage management. By addressing the increasing demand for cost-effective and efficient storage in the virtual computing landscape, Virsto's technology helps organizations improve performance, lower storage capital and operational costs, and streamline data management processes.

SBA Materials

Venture Round in 2011
SBA Materials, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials for back-end of line and packaging applications for semiconductor manufacturing. The company focuses on commercializing low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric application to address the needs of the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Its products include uLK22, uLK1X, and optical films, as well as nano-porous/meso-porous materials. The company offers materials to address the unmet needs of electronic device manufacturers. SBA Materials, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Nitero

Seed Round in 2011
Nitero, Inc. is a semiconductor company based in Austin, Texas, with an additional office in Melbourne, Australia. Founded in 2009 and spun out from National ICT Australia in 2011, Nitero focuses on developing innovative chips for virtual reality headsets. The company is known for its ultra-low power 60 GHz 802.11ad Wi-Fi solution, which offers speeds up to ten times faster than the latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology, all while maintaining near-zero latency. Since becoming a subsidiary of Advanced Micro Devices in 2017, Nitero has assembled a skilled team dedicated to advancing its mobile 60 GHz product line, positioning itself for rapid growth in the semiconductor industry.

Inporia

Seed Round in 2011
Inporia, Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2011. It specializes in developing innovative e-commerce applications, with its flagship product being Kaleidoscope, an inspiration-driven app available on both Android and iOS platforms. Launched in early 2011, Kaleidoscope represents the first of several planned e-commerce applications from Inporia. The company was co-founded by Ryan Junee, a seasoned entrepreneur with experience in successful startups, alongside team members Sarah Kunst, Max Skibinsky, and Simon Ratner. Inporia has secured $1.25 million in seed funding from notable investors, including SV Angel and 500 Startups, to support its growth and product development.

Mantara

Venture Round in 2011
Mantara is focused on enhancing securities trading through the provision of advanced technology solutions designed for integrated multi-asset trading and analytics. The company aims to transform the trading landscape for equities, options, and futures by addressing the growing demand for efficiency, transparency, and functionality in the market. By developing innovative solutions that surpass existing standards, Mantara is committed to reshaping how these financial instruments are traded globally.

Quantenna Communications

Series E in 2010
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Mocana

Series C in 2010
Mocana Corporation specializes in cybersecurity software solutions designed to protect Internet of Things (IoT) devices, operational technology, and industrial infrastructure. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company provides a comprehensive mobile application security platform that supports organizations in delivering secure, business-critical applications. Its offerings include KeyTone, a secure communication application, and various mobile application protection solutions that cater to a wide range of organizational needs. Mocana’s software enables manufacturers and industrial companies to create self-defending, tamper-resistant systems, ensuring end-to-end security from device manufacturing to deployment. The company also addresses cybersecurity for various sectors, including aerospace, defense, healthcare, and utilities, helping clients minimize the risk of breaches, comply with industry standards, and protect their intellectual property. Mocana serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 50 enterprises and government agencies, and has established strategic partnerships to enhance its security solutions.

Evostor

Series A in 2010
EvoStor is pioneering development of a new generation of storage systems purpose-built for the challenging requirements of virtual infrastructure. Storage vendors have tried to add capabilities to legacy products to address the challenges introduced by virtualization. Just adding features is not enough. EvoStor delivers innovative new technology to fully integrate with virtualization systems and management tools so they are simple to deploy and manage while providing enterprise class functionality.

Quantenna Communications

Series D in 2010
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Mantara

Series C in 2009
Mantara is focused on enhancing securities trading through the provision of advanced technology solutions designed for integrated multi-asset trading and analytics. The company aims to transform the trading landscape for equities, options, and futures by addressing the growing demand for efficiency, transparency, and functionality in the market. By developing innovative solutions that surpass existing standards, Mantara is committed to reshaping how these financial instruments are traded globally.

Quantenna Communications

Series C in 2009
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Evostor

Series A in 2008
EvoStor is pioneering development of a new generation of storage systems purpose-built for the challenging requirements of virtual infrastructure. Storage vendors have tried to add capabilities to legacy products to address the challenges introduced by virtualization. Just adding features is not enough. EvoStor delivers innovative new technology to fully integrate with virtualization systems and management tools so they are simple to deploy and manage while providing enterprise class functionality.

Xumii

Venture Round in 2008
Xumii is a mobile application provider based in San Mateo, California, established in 2006. The company specializes in creating a mobile social address book and social networking platform that enables users to connect with friends across various social networks, including Facebook, MySpace, and imeem. In addition to its social networking capabilities, Xumii integrates instant messaging services such as AIM, Yahoo!, MSN Live, and GoogleTalk, allowing users to communicate seamlessly. As of September 2009, Xumii operates as a subsidiary of Myriad Group AG.

Mantara

Venture Round in 2008
Mantara is focused on enhancing securities trading through the provision of advanced technology solutions designed for integrated multi-asset trading and analytics. The company aims to transform the trading landscape for equities, options, and futures by addressing the growing demand for efficiency, transparency, and functionality in the market. By developing innovative solutions that surpass existing standards, Mantara is committed to reshaping how these financial instruments are traded globally.

Mocana

Series B in 2008
Mocana Corporation specializes in cybersecurity software solutions designed to protect Internet of Things (IoT) devices, operational technology, and industrial infrastructure. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company provides a comprehensive mobile application security platform that supports organizations in delivering secure, business-critical applications. Its offerings include KeyTone, a secure communication application, and various mobile application protection solutions that cater to a wide range of organizational needs. Mocana’s software enables manufacturers and industrial companies to create self-defending, tamper-resistant systems, ensuring end-to-end security from device manufacturing to deployment. The company also addresses cybersecurity for various sectors, including aerospace, defense, healthcare, and utilities, helping clients minimize the risk of breaches, comply with industry standards, and protect their intellectual property. Mocana serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 50 enterprises and government agencies, and has established strategic partnerships to enhance its security solutions.

Redfern Integrated Optics

Venture Round in 2008
Redfern Integrated Optics develops and manufactures optical transmitters based on proprietary PLANEX (Planar External Cavity Laser) technology, which enables high performance at low cost for various applications. RIO planar ECL consists of a gain chip and a planar waveguide circuit (PLC) with Bragg grating which forms a laser cavity. This has significant advantages such as; very narrow spectral linewidth, low phase noise and RIN, optimized chirp, low wavelength sensitivity to temperature and bias current, and low power consumption.

uiActive

Series A in 2007
UiActive is a mobile phone solution that can be updated dynamically from the network

Xumii

Venture Round in 2007
Xumii is a mobile application provider based in San Mateo, California, established in 2006. The company specializes in creating a mobile social address book and social networking platform that enables users to connect with friends across various social networks, including Facebook, MySpace, and imeem. In addition to its social networking capabilities, Xumii integrates instant messaging services such as AIM, Yahoo!, MSN Live, and GoogleTalk, allowing users to communicate seamlessly. As of September 2009, Xumii operates as a subsidiary of Myriad Group AG.

Mantara

Series B in 2007
Mantara is focused on enhancing securities trading through the provision of advanced technology solutions designed for integrated multi-asset trading and analytics. The company aims to transform the trading landscape for equities, options, and futures by addressing the growing demand for efficiency, transparency, and functionality in the market. By developing innovative solutions that surpass existing standards, Mantara is committed to reshaping how these financial instruments are traded globally.

Omeros

Series E in 2007
Omeros Corporation is a Seattle-based biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery, development, and commercialization of small-molecule and protein therapeutics. The company focuses on large-market and orphan indications, particularly targeting inflammation, complement-mediated diseases, and disorders of the central nervous system. Omeros offers OMIDRIA, a product used during cataract surgery in the United States. Its clinical pipeline includes narsoplimab, a monoclonal antibody in Phase III trials for various conditions, including hematopoietic stem-cell transplant-associated thrombotic microangiopathy and immunoglobulin A nephropathy. Other clinical programs involve treatments for opioid and nicotine addiction, as well as compulsive disorders. Preclinical efforts include developing therapies for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and exploring a range of G protein-coupled receptors for various disorders. Founded in 1994, Omeros is committed to addressing significant unmet medical needs through its innovative therapeutic approaches.

Arsenal Digital Solutions

Series D in 2003
Arsenal Digital Solutions provides on-demand data protection services for server and personal computer data protection, backup and recovery, business continuity, disaster recovery, and regulatory compliance. Its services include ViaRemote, an on-demand data protection service for servers and personal computers; ViaBack, a tape and/or disk based data protection service form hosted applications and servers; and ViaManage, a services for monitoring and managing storage and backup environments.
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