Vista Ventures

Vista Ventures, established in 2000 and based in Boulder, Colorado, is an early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on investing in companies within the software, digital media, and network sectors. Known for often leading investment rounds, Vista Ventures typically collaborates with other firms to form strong syndicates, aiming to leverage a diverse array of resources and contacts for the benefit of their portfolio companies. The firm generally takes a board seat with its investments, fostering strong working relationships with management teams. In addition to financial support, Vista Ventures offers valuable coaching on various operational aspects, including team building, strategy, and sales and marketing, to help its portfolio companies succeed.

David E. Dwyer

General Partner and Founder Vista Ventures I, LP

Jim Hogan

Founding Partner

32 past transactions

MachineFi

Seed Round in 2022
MachineFi Lab is a company focused on the development of Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technologies. It specializes in creating a software platform that integrates various machines, providing a comprehensive infrastructure suite. This suite includes an Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) blockchain, a multichain crypto wallet, a blockchain bridge, and an onboarding platform. Additionally, MachineFi Lab offers software development kits (SDKs) that empower developers to build applications and establish machine networks. Through its innovative solutions, the company aims to enhance connectivity and functionality within the IoT ecosystem.

tEQuitable

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2017, tEQuitable operates an independent platform that enables employees to confidentially report workplace issues ranging from subtle bias to severe harassment. It provides professional guidance, quantifies systemic issues, and offers actionable recommendations to foster safe, inclusive, and equitable workplaces.

Sparta Software Corporation

Seed Round in 2017
Sparta Software Corporation, operating as Sparta Science, develops personalized and predictive analytics software tailored for athletes, military personnel, and patients. The company offers The Sparta System, which features The Sparta Scan, an assessment tool that evaluates movement, balance, and stability to generate a unique Movement Signature for each individual. This system allows for instant comparisons with a comprehensive database to identify strengths and potential injury risks, while automatically generating customized training plans aimed at reducing injury risk and enhancing physical performance. Sparta's technology is utilized across various sectors, including military, healthcare, employee wellness, sports, and education. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with an additional facility in Alexandria, Australia, Sparta Software Corporation was previously known as Sparta Performance Science LLC.

Market Force Information

Debt Financing in 2011
Market Force Information, Inc. is a provider of location-level measurement solutions designed to enhance brand reputation for multi-location businesses. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes mystery shopping, customer surveys, contact center evaluations, employee engagement surveys, and social media insights. These services are supplemented by strategic advisory offerings, analytics, and market research tailored to client needs. Market Force also develops technology solutions such as the KnowledgeForce platform, which facilitates data collection and visualization, and a mobile application for mystery shoppers and auditors to gather feedback efficiently. The company's solutions are utilized across various industries, including retail, hospitality, banking, and telecommunications, helping businesses improve operational excellence and customer experience while driving customer loyalty and measurable results.

Shocking Technologies

Series C in 2011
Shocking Technologies, Inc. started operations as a privately held, venture-backed company developing Voltage Switchable Dielectricâ„¢ (VSDâ„¢) materials. A VSDâ„¢ material is a polymer nano-composite that behaves like an insulator (dielectric) during normal circuit operation and becomes conductive when the voltage across the VSDâ„¢ material increases beyond a predefined threshold voltage. The voltage switches back to an insulator again after the voltage drops below the threshold. This unique property, coupled with the ability to tailor the response of the material, opens up several new areas in electronics. The first application being introduced enables embedded electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection in printed circuit boards (PCBs) and semiconductor packages. Subsequent applications will usher in new manufacturing processes as well as novel product designs.

Shocking Technologies

Series B in 2010
Shocking Technologies, Inc. started operations as a privately held, venture-backed company developing Voltage Switchable Dielectricâ„¢ (VSDâ„¢) materials. A VSDâ„¢ material is a polymer nano-composite that behaves like an insulator (dielectric) during normal circuit operation and becomes conductive when the voltage across the VSDâ„¢ material increases beyond a predefined threshold voltage. The voltage switches back to an insulator again after the voltage drops below the threshold. This unique property, coupled with the ability to tailor the response of the material, opens up several new areas in electronics. The first application being introduced enables embedded electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection in printed circuit boards (PCBs) and semiconductor packages. Subsequent applications will usher in new manufacturing processes as well as novel product designs.

Shocking Technologies

Series B in 2009
Shocking Technologies, Inc. started operations as a privately held, venture-backed company developing Voltage Switchable Dielectricâ„¢ (VSDâ„¢) materials. A VSDâ„¢ material is a polymer nano-composite that behaves like an insulator (dielectric) during normal circuit operation and becomes conductive when the voltage across the VSDâ„¢ material increases beyond a predefined threshold voltage. The voltage switches back to an insulator again after the voltage drops below the threshold. This unique property, coupled with the ability to tailor the response of the material, opens up several new areas in electronics. The first application being introduced enables embedded electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection in printed circuit boards (PCBs) and semiconductor packages. Subsequent applications will usher in new manufacturing processes as well as novel product designs.

Tendril

Series C in 2009
Tendril provides a cloud-based platform that enables energy service providers to enhance customer engagement and manage energy consumption effectively. By offering customizable software solutions, Tendril allows utilities to create tailored experiences for home energy consumers, facilitating improved energy efficiency and customer service. The platform is designed to be secure, scalable, and compatible with various utility-grade applications, making it a versatile tool for energy and service providers looking to meet efficiency goals and optimize operations.

Sitrion

Series F in 2009
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions that enhance workplace productivity and engagement. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company offers the Social Workplace, a comprehensive platform that integrates people, information, and processes into a unified experience. Sitrion also delivers mobile solutions like the Sitrion ONE employee app, which connects employees to essential communications and workflows from various business ecosystems, including Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. The company's focus on HR modernization and mobile enterprise solutions has garnered a client base that includes notable organizations such as Microsoft, Airbus, and Fortune Brands. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., and its services benefit over six million users globally.

MX Logic

Series G in 2008
MX Logic, Inc., established in 2002 and based in Englewood, Colorado, specializes in providing managed email and web security services both domestically and internationally. The company offers Email Defense Solutions designed to safeguard against email-borne threats and assist businesses in adhering to compliance regulations through email storage, retrieval, and surveillance. Additionally, MX Logic provides Message Archiving services that enable businesses to monitor, store, and retrieve company email messages to comply with electronic security regulations. Their Web Defense Service is aimed at blocking web threats such as spyware, viruses, and phishing attacks. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including public companies and those in the healthcare, financial services, law, and insurance sectors.

Solavista

Seed Round in 2008
Solavista is a company that specializes in internet-based consumer and social research services. It operates digital marketing systems designed to assist users in effectively leveraging digital marketing strategies to attract more customers. Solavista develops a variety of custom digital platforms for businesses, which include mobile websites, mobile advertising, social marketing, and search engine optimization. By providing these services, the company enables organizations to achieve significant business results through informed digital marketing initiatives.

Rally Software Development

Series C in 2008
Rally Software Development was a provider of on-demand life-cycle management solutions, catering to a diverse array of industries including finance, healthcare, education, retail, and engineering. The company specialized in offering tools for program, project, requirements, test, defect, product, support, and community management. These solutions aimed to help organizations streamline their development processes, enhance product quality, and foster collaboration across various teams and departments. Rally Software's innovative approach enabled clients to shorten development cycles and improve operational efficiency. The company was acquired by CA Technologies on July 8, 2015.

Tendril

Series B in 2008
Tendril provides a cloud-based platform that enables energy service providers to enhance customer engagement and manage energy consumption effectively. By offering customizable software solutions, Tendril allows utilities to create tailored experiences for home energy consumers, facilitating improved energy efficiency and customer service. The platform is designed to be secure, scalable, and compatible with various utility-grade applications, making it a versatile tool for energy and service providers looking to meet efficiency goals and optimize operations.

MX Logic

Series G in 2007
MX Logic, Inc., established in 2002 and based in Englewood, Colorado, specializes in providing managed email and web security services both domestically and internationally. The company offers Email Defense Solutions designed to safeguard against email-borne threats and assist businesses in adhering to compliance regulations through email storage, retrieval, and surveillance. Additionally, MX Logic provides Message Archiving services that enable businesses to monitor, store, and retrieve company email messages to comply with electronic security regulations. Their Web Defense Service is aimed at blocking web threats such as spyware, viruses, and phishing attacks. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including public companies and those in the healthcare, financial services, law, and insurance sectors.

Sitrion

Series E in 2007
Sitrion, Inc. is a provider of enterprise collaboration platforms and HR self-service solutions that enhance workplace productivity and engagement. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company offers the Social Workplace, a comprehensive platform that integrates people, information, and processes into a unified experience. Sitrion also delivers mobile solutions like the Sitrion ONE employee app, which connects employees to essential communications and workflows from various business ecosystems, including Microsoft, SAP, and Oracle. The company's focus on HR modernization and mobile enterprise solutions has garnered a client base that includes notable organizations such as Microsoft, Airbus, and Fortune Brands. As of 2018, Sitrion operates as a subsidiary of Limeade, Inc., and its services benefit over six million users globally.

Stratavia

Series B in 2007
Stratavia is a prominent provider of data center automation software solutions, focusing on simplifying the IT lifecycle for enterprise environments. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company develops software that encompasses database, server, and run book automation, enabling customers to reduce operational costs. Stratavia's offerings include the Data Palette Data Center Automation platform, which automates repetitive tasks and processes within data centers, as well as services related to application management, provisioning, and predictive analytics. As a privately held and venture-funded company, Stratavia aims to enhance efficiency and streamline IT operations for its clients.

Market Force Information

Series B in 2007
Market Force Information, Inc. is a provider of location-level measurement solutions designed to enhance brand reputation for multi-location businesses. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes mystery shopping, customer surveys, contact center evaluations, employee engagement surveys, and social media insights. These services are supplemented by strategic advisory offerings, analytics, and market research tailored to client needs. Market Force also develops technology solutions such as the KnowledgeForce platform, which facilitates data collection and visualization, and a mobile application for mystery shoppers and auditors to gather feedback efficiently. The company's solutions are utilized across various industries, including retail, hospitality, banking, and telecommunications, helping businesses improve operational excellence and customer experience while driving customer loyalty and measurable results.

Altos Design Automation

Series A in 2007
Altos Design Automation, Inc. specializes in characterization technology that facilitates the creation of library views for timing, signal integrity, and power analysis applications. The company offers products such as Liberate, a cell library characterizer designed for nanometer models used in statistical static timing analysis, and Variety MX, a statistical timing model generator for embedded memories. These solutions support ultra-low power and high-speed design styles, including power gating cells and state retention registers. Altos Design Automation markets its products directly in Europe, India, and North America, while also distributing through partners in Japan, Taiwan, and Korea. Founded in 2005, the company is headquartered in San Jose, California.

MX Logic

Series F in 2006
MX Logic, Inc., established in 2002 and based in Englewood, Colorado, specializes in providing managed email and web security services both domestically and internationally. The company offers Email Defense Solutions designed to safeguard against email-borne threats and assist businesses in adhering to compliance regulations through email storage, retrieval, and surveillance. Additionally, MX Logic provides Message Archiving services that enable businesses to monitor, store, and retrieve company email messages to comply with electronic security regulations. Their Web Defense Service is aimed at blocking web threats such as spyware, viruses, and phishing attacks. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including public companies and those in the healthcare, financial services, law, and insurance sectors.

Tendril

Series B in 2006
Tendril provides a cloud-based platform that enables energy service providers to enhance customer engagement and manage energy consumption effectively. By offering customizable software solutions, Tendril allows utilities to create tailored experiences for home energy consumers, facilitating improved energy efficiency and customer service. The platform is designed to be secure, scalable, and compatible with various utility-grade applications, making it a versatile tool for energy and service providers looking to meet efficiency goals and optimize operations.

Rally Software Development

Series B in 2006
Rally Software Development was a provider of on-demand life-cycle management solutions, catering to a diverse array of industries including finance, healthcare, education, retail, and engineering. The company specialized in offering tools for program, project, requirements, test, defect, product, support, and community management. These solutions aimed to help organizations streamline their development processes, enhance product quality, and foster collaboration across various teams and departments. Rally Software's innovative approach enabled clients to shorten development cycles and improve operational efficiency. The company was acquired by CA Technologies on July 8, 2015.

MX Logic

Series E in 2006
MX Logic, Inc., established in 2002 and based in Englewood, Colorado, specializes in providing managed email and web security services both domestically and internationally. The company offers Email Defense Solutions designed to safeguard against email-borne threats and assist businesses in adhering to compliance regulations through email storage, retrieval, and surveillance. Additionally, MX Logic provides Message Archiving services that enable businesses to monitor, store, and retrieve company email messages to comply with electronic security regulations. Their Web Defense Service is aimed at blocking web threats such as spyware, viruses, and phishing attacks. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including public companies and those in the healthcare, financial services, law, and insurance sectors.

Lefthand Networks

Series C in 2005
LeftHand Networks Inc. specializes in data storage systems and IP-based storage area networks (SAN). The company provides iSCSI SANs that consist of multiple storage nodes integrated into a single system, along with virtual storage systems and evaluation software such as SAN/iQ software. These offerings allow for the aggregation of disparate resources into a unified storage solution. Additionally, LeftHand Networks delivers IT project solutions encompassing disaster recovery and data center virtualization, as well as application solutions for various platforms, including data protection and server applications. The company serves diverse industries such as education, government, financial services, and healthcare, distributing its products through resellers and distributors across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, LeftHand Networks also maintains offices in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. As of 2008, it operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett-Packard Company.

Stratavia

Series A in 2005
Stratavia is a prominent provider of data center automation software solutions, focusing on simplifying the IT lifecycle for enterprise environments. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company develops software that encompasses database, server, and run book automation, enabling customers to reduce operational costs. Stratavia's offerings include the Data Palette Data Center Automation platform, which automates repetitive tasks and processes within data centers, as well as services related to application management, provisioning, and predictive analytics. As a privately held and venture-funded company, Stratavia aims to enhance efficiency and streamline IT operations for its clients.

SiGe Semiconductor

Venture Round in 2005
SiGe Semiconductor, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the design and production of radio frequency (RF) integrated circuits and multi-chip modules tailored for the wireless consumer electronics market. The company provides a range of products, including wireless LAN front end modules, dual band front end modules, and discrete power amplifiers, along with WiMAX power amplifiers, transceivers, GPS radio integrated circuits, GPS receivers, and Bluetooth power amplifiers. SiGe Semiconductor distributes its RF solutions through a network of distributors, serving various applications in computing, home entertainment, and mobile devices across regions such as Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

IBSN

Series A in 2004
IBSN focuses on enabling the financial services industry to quickly and cost-effectively integrate internal applications.

StrionAir

Series B in 2004
StrionAir Inc., established in 1987, specializes in the manufacturing of high-performance air filtration and purification systems. Their products are designed to capture and eliminate airborne pathogens, serving both residential and commercial markets. StrionAir's offerings cater to various applications such as green buildings, HVAC energy efficiency, indoor air quality improvement, healthcare facilities, and perimeter security.

MX Logic

Series D in 2004
MX Logic, Inc., established in 2002 and based in Englewood, Colorado, specializes in providing managed email and web security services both domestically and internationally. The company offers Email Defense Solutions designed to safeguard against email-borne threats and assist businesses in adhering to compliance regulations through email storage, retrieval, and surveillance. Additionally, MX Logic provides Message Archiving services that enable businesses to monitor, store, and retrieve company email messages to comply with electronic security regulations. Their Web Defense Service is aimed at blocking web threats such as spyware, viruses, and phishing attacks. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including public companies and those in the healthcare, financial services, law, and insurance sectors.

StrionAir

Series A in 2003
StrionAir Inc., established in 1987, specializes in the manufacturing of high-performance air filtration and purification systems. Their products are designed to capture and eliminate airborne pathogens, serving both residential and commercial markets. StrionAir's offerings cater to various applications such as green buildings, HVAC energy efficiency, indoor air quality improvement, healthcare facilities, and perimeter security.

Lefthand Networks

Series C in 2003
LeftHand Networks Inc. specializes in data storage systems and IP-based storage area networks (SAN). The company provides iSCSI SANs that consist of multiple storage nodes integrated into a single system, along with virtual storage systems and evaluation software such as SAN/iQ software. These offerings allow for the aggregation of disparate resources into a unified storage solution. Additionally, LeftHand Networks delivers IT project solutions encompassing disaster recovery and data center virtualization, as well as application solutions for various platforms, including data protection and server applications. The company serves diverse industries such as education, government, financial services, and healthcare, distributing its products through resellers and distributors across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, LeftHand Networks also maintains offices in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. As of 2008, it operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett-Packard Company.

Lefthand Networks

Series B in 2001
LeftHand Networks Inc. specializes in data storage systems and IP-based storage area networks (SAN). The company provides iSCSI SANs that consist of multiple storage nodes integrated into a single system, along with virtual storage systems and evaluation software such as SAN/iQ software. These offerings allow for the aggregation of disparate resources into a unified storage solution. Additionally, LeftHand Networks delivers IT project solutions encompassing disaster recovery and data center virtualization, as well as application solutions for various platforms, including data protection and server applications. The company serves diverse industries such as education, government, financial services, and healthcare, distributing its products through resellers and distributors across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, LeftHand Networks also maintains offices in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. As of 2008, it operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett-Packard Company.

Lefthand Networks

Series A in 2001
LeftHand Networks Inc. specializes in data storage systems and IP-based storage area networks (SAN). The company provides iSCSI SANs that consist of multiple storage nodes integrated into a single system, along with virtual storage systems and evaluation software such as SAN/iQ software. These offerings allow for the aggregation of disparate resources into a unified storage solution. Additionally, LeftHand Networks delivers IT project solutions encompassing disaster recovery and data center virtualization, as well as application solutions for various platforms, including data protection and server applications. The company serves diverse industries such as education, government, financial services, and healthcare, distributing its products through resellers and distributors across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, LeftHand Networks also maintains offices in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. As of 2008, it operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett-Packard Company.
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