Windward Ventures

Windward Ventures, established in 1997 and located in San Diego, California, is a venture capital firm focused on providing management assistance and capital to early-stage, high-growth companies in Southern California. The firm has invested in over 25 companies across various sectors, including software as a service (SaaS), technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT). Although Windward Ventures ceased making new investments in June 2008, it continues to manage its existing portfolio and offers advisory services to entrepreneurs and investors. As of December 2013, its portfolio included companies such as Proximetry, SynergEyes, Syntricity, Xifin, PerfectForms, and NewBlue.

David Titus

Co-Founder and Managing Director

35 past transactions

Nirvanix

Series C in 2012
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions focused on delivering VoIP and business phone systems, along with cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that integrates seamlessly into existing business infrastructures, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. In addition to its telecommunications offerings, Nirvanix provides secure backup services, enabling businesses to maintain their daily functions without interruption. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced focus on innovation, including plans to introduce a cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution in partnership with a significant investor in the cryptocurrency sector.

Nirvanix

Series B in 2010
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions focused on delivering VoIP and business phone systems, along with cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that integrates seamlessly into existing business infrastructures, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. In addition to its telecommunications offerings, Nirvanix provides secure backup services, enabling businesses to maintain their daily functions without interruption. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced focus on innovation, including plans to introduce a cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution in partnership with a significant investor in the cryptocurrency sector.

Nirvanix

Series B in 2009
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions focused on delivering VoIP and business phone systems, along with cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that integrates seamlessly into existing business infrastructures, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. In addition to its telecommunications offerings, Nirvanix provides secure backup services, enabling businesses to maintain their daily functions without interruption. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced focus on innovation, including plans to introduce a cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution in partnership with a significant investor in the cryptocurrency sector.

SynergEyes

Series C in 2009
SynergEyes, Inc. is a technology-driven company specializing in the manufacture and sale of contact lenses for eye care professionals. Founded in 2001 and based in Carlsbad, California, SynergEyes focuses on hybrid contact lenses that combine the clarity of rigid gas permeable lenses with the comfort of soft lenses. Their product offerings cater to various eye conditions, including astigmatism, presbyopia, myopia, hyperopia, and keratoconus. By utilizing advanced high-Dk materials and vision-optimized designs, SynergEyes aims to enhance vision and quality of life for its patients. The company's products are distributed in the United States and internationally, addressing a recognized need for innovative lens solutions in the eye care industry.

Astute Networks

Series C in 2008
Astute Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of network-based virtualization appliances, specializing in performance storage solutions for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. Founded in 2000 and based in San Diego, California, the company is known for its VMware Ready Certified ViSX G3, which accelerates server and desktop virtualization as well as cloud computing infrastructures. The ViSX G3 also provides virtualization solutions for Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, Oracle, SAP, and SQL. Astute's patented DataPump Engine enhances performance by delivering high iSCSI IOPS and maintaining sustained random I/O performance, effectively eliminating bottlenecks that can hinder virtual machine and application efficiency. The company's products are distributed through a network of established solution providers, ensuring accessibility for users seeking to improve productivity and reduce IT costs.

Nirvanix

Series A in 2007
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions focused on delivering VoIP and business phone systems, along with cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that integrates seamlessly into existing business infrastructures, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. In addition to its telecommunications offerings, Nirvanix provides secure backup services, enabling businesses to maintain their daily functions without interruption. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced focus on innovation, including plans to introduce a cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution in partnership with a significant investor in the cryptocurrency sector.

Nirvanix

Venture Round in 2007
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions focused on delivering VoIP and business phone systems, along with cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that integrates seamlessly into existing business infrastructures, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. In addition to its telecommunications offerings, Nirvanix provides secure backup services, enabling businesses to maintain their daily functions without interruption. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced focus on innovation, including plans to introduce a cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution in partnership with a significant investor in the cryptocurrency sector.

Syntricity

Series C in 2007
Syntricity, Inc. specializes in developing web-based enterprise yield management solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry, serving a diverse clientele that includes semiconductor manufacturers, test vendors, and wafer foundries. The company's flagship product, dataConductor, is a hosted software solution that aggregates data from various manufacturing systems into a centralized warehouse, facilitating efficient management of yields throughout the semiconductor product life cycle. In addition to dataConductor, Syntricity offers a suite of interactive analysis tools, customizable applications, and engineering databases that enhance product characterization, qualification studies, and production analysis. The company provides comprehensive consulting and support services, focusing on best practices implementation, yield analysis, and system integration, among others. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, Syntricity has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor sector, helping clients optimize their operations through robust data management and analytical capabilities.

Proximetry

Series A in 2007
Proximetry, Inc. is a software development company specializing in management solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Diego, California, with an additional office in Katowice, Poland, Proximetry offers a range of products that support various applications, including smart utilities, transportation, building management, and critical infrastructure. Its key offerings include AirSync, which provides network and wireless performance management, and GateSync, a platform for transferring data to and from aircraft on the ground. The company's solutions are utilized by device developers, chipset partners, and enterprise network operators across multiple sectors such as public safety, energy, and transportation. Proximetry operates as a subsidiary of Relayr, Inc., focusing on delivering robust management capabilities to meet the demands of modern IoT environments.

Strix Systems

Series G in 2006
Strix Systems Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing wireless mesh networking solutions. The company offers a range of products, including modular mesh systems, outdoor and indoor wireless network equipment, and mobile wireless systems. Its software platform, Manager/One, allows for comprehensive control and management of network configurations. Strix Systems serves various sectors, including public safety, government, energy, transportation, education, and healthcare, providing solutions for both fixed and mobile applications. In addition to its products, the company offers technical support, training, and certification services to assist with deployments. Strix Systems markets its offerings through distributors, service providers, resellers, and systems integrators globally. Founded in 2000, the company is headquartered in Ventura, California, with additional offices in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, India.

XIFIN

Series D in 2006
XIFIN, Inc. is a health information technology company that specializes in developing software solutions aimed at optimizing the economics of healthcare for diagnostic service providers. The company offers a comprehensive health economics optimization platform that enhances connectivity and automates workflows for clinical and financial diagnostic data. Key products include a revenue performance management system that empowers laboratories and radiology providers to manage their billing and financial performance, and an advanced laboratory information system that integrates various operational components such as test ordering, workflow management, and reporting. XIFIN also provides physician collaboration solutions, a cloud-based infrastructure for business intelligence, and a revenue cycle management platform that addresses market demands and reimbursement challenges. The company serves a range of sectors, including clinical laboratories, anatomic pathology, molecular diagnostics, and medical imaging. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in San Diego, California, XIFIN was formerly known as Medical Business Applications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.

SynergEyes

Series B in 2006
SynergEyes, Inc. is a technology-driven company specializing in the manufacture and sale of contact lenses for eye care professionals. Founded in 2001 and based in Carlsbad, California, SynergEyes focuses on hybrid contact lenses that combine the clarity of rigid gas permeable lenses with the comfort of soft lenses. Their product offerings cater to various eye conditions, including astigmatism, presbyopia, myopia, hyperopia, and keratoconus. By utilizing advanced high-Dk materials and vision-optimized designs, SynergEyes aims to enhance vision and quality of life for its patients. The company's products are distributed in the United States and internationally, addressing a recognized need for innovative lens solutions in the eye care industry.

Astute Networks

Series B in 2005
Astute Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of network-based virtualization appliances, specializing in performance storage solutions for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. Founded in 2000 and based in San Diego, California, the company is known for its VMware Ready Certified ViSX G3, which accelerates server and desktop virtualization as well as cloud computing infrastructures. The ViSX G3 also provides virtualization solutions for Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, Oracle, SAP, and SQL. Astute's patented DataPump Engine enhances performance by delivering high iSCSI IOPS and maintaining sustained random I/O performance, effectively eliminating bottlenecks that can hinder virtual machine and application efficiency. The company's products are distributed through a network of established solution providers, ensuring accessibility for users seeking to improve productivity and reduce IT costs.

Syntricity

Venture Round in 2005
Syntricity, Inc. specializes in developing web-based enterprise yield management solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry, serving a diverse clientele that includes semiconductor manufacturers, test vendors, and wafer foundries. The company's flagship product, dataConductor, is a hosted software solution that aggregates data from various manufacturing systems into a centralized warehouse, facilitating efficient management of yields throughout the semiconductor product life cycle. In addition to dataConductor, Syntricity offers a suite of interactive analysis tools, customizable applications, and engineering databases that enhance product characterization, qualification studies, and production analysis. The company provides comprehensive consulting and support services, focusing on best practices implementation, yield analysis, and system integration, among others. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, Syntricity has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor sector, helping clients optimize their operations through robust data management and analytical capabilities.

Strix Systems

Series E in 2005
Strix Systems Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing wireless mesh networking solutions. The company offers a range of products, including modular mesh systems, outdoor and indoor wireless network equipment, and mobile wireless systems. Its software platform, Manager/One, allows for comprehensive control and management of network configurations. Strix Systems serves various sectors, including public safety, government, energy, transportation, education, and healthcare, providing solutions for both fixed and mobile applications. In addition to its products, the company offers technical support, training, and certification services to assist with deployments. Strix Systems markets its offerings through distributors, service providers, resellers, and systems integrators globally. Founded in 2000, the company is headquartered in Ventura, California, with additional offices in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, India.

Troika Networks

Series B in 2005
Troika Networks, Inc. specializes in providing integrated solutions for storage network data protection and management. Founded in 1998 and located in Westlake Village, California, the company offers a range of technologies that support disaster recovery, backup, and volume management. Its solutions are designed to be cost-effective and flexible, catering to the needs of enterprise customers through original equipment manufacturers and resellers globally. Troika Networks utilizes its proprietary Accelera Network Storage Services Platforms and ReadyPath Technology to enhance data protection and management capabilities, particularly in SAN-based environments.

Solarflare

Series C in 2005
Solarflare Communications, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor and networking software company founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California. The company specializes in developing server networking software and hardware, including Ethernet adapters and application acceleration solutions. Key products include Onload, which enhances application performance for electronic trading platforms; Cloud Onload, tailored for cloud data centers; ServerLock, focused on data center security; and SolarCapture, a network performance monitoring tool. Solarflare's technologies support high-frequency trading, high-performance computing, cloud computing, and virtualized data centers. The company's offerings are distributed through various partners globally, backed by research and development facilities in San Diego, California; Cambridge, United Kingdom; and New Delhi, India. Solarflare operates as a subsidiary of Xilinx, Inc.

Syntricity

Venture Round in 2005
Syntricity, Inc. specializes in developing web-based enterprise yield management solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry, serving a diverse clientele that includes semiconductor manufacturers, test vendors, and wafer foundries. The company's flagship product, dataConductor, is a hosted software solution that aggregates data from various manufacturing systems into a centralized warehouse, facilitating efficient management of yields throughout the semiconductor product life cycle. In addition to dataConductor, Syntricity offers a suite of interactive analysis tools, customizable applications, and engineering databases that enhance product characterization, qualification studies, and production analysis. The company provides comprehensive consulting and support services, focusing on best practices implementation, yield analysis, and system integration, among others. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, Syntricity has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor sector, helping clients optimize their operations through robust data management and analytical capabilities.

Streamload

Series A in 2004
One of the first Internet storage services, receiving various accolades for innovative products between 2002 and 2006. Known for unlimited storage and features such as Streambeam, allowing for files to be quickly uploaded and shared with other users.

Astute Networks

Series B in 2004
Astute Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of network-based virtualization appliances, specializing in performance storage solutions for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. Founded in 2000 and based in San Diego, California, the company is known for its VMware Ready Certified ViSX G3, which accelerates server and desktop virtualization as well as cloud computing infrastructures. The ViSX G3 also provides virtualization solutions for Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, Oracle, SAP, and SQL. Astute's patented DataPump Engine enhances performance by delivering high iSCSI IOPS and maintaining sustained random I/O performance, effectively eliminating bottlenecks that can hinder virtual machine and application efficiency. The company's products are distributed through a network of established solution providers, ensuring accessibility for users seeking to improve productivity and reduce IT costs.

Akonix Systems

Series B in 2003
Akonix Systems is a provider of software solutions that focus on enhancing interactive communications and community engagement for major organizations. Its flagship product, Akonix CommuniWare Enterprise, is a fully integrated platform that enables users to connect with individuals sharing similar interests, thereby enriching user experiences. The solution is scalable, customizable, and designed to improve key performance metrics, including customer acquisition, retention, and revenue generation, setting it apart from traditional customer relationship management tools. In addition to its communication platform, Akonix also offers software services for instant messaging management and risk management, further strengthening its position in the security and enterprise communication space.

Strix Systems

Series D in 2003
Strix Systems Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing wireless mesh networking solutions. The company offers a range of products, including modular mesh systems, outdoor and indoor wireless network equipment, and mobile wireless systems. Its software platform, Manager/One, allows for comprehensive control and management of network configurations. Strix Systems serves various sectors, including public safety, government, energy, transportation, education, and healthcare, providing solutions for both fixed and mobile applications. In addition to its products, the company offers technical support, training, and certification services to assist with deployments. Strix Systems markets its offerings through distributors, service providers, resellers, and systems integrators globally. Founded in 2000, the company is headquartered in Ventura, California, with additional offices in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, India.

Troika Networks

Venture Round in 2003
Troika Networks, Inc. specializes in providing integrated solutions for storage network data protection and management. Founded in 1998 and located in Westlake Village, California, the company offers a range of technologies that support disaster recovery, backup, and volume management. Its solutions are designed to be cost-effective and flexible, catering to the needs of enterprise customers through original equipment manufacturers and resellers globally. Troika Networks utilizes its proprietary Accelera Network Storage Services Platforms and ReadyPath Technology to enhance data protection and management capabilities, particularly in SAN-based environments.

Solarflare

Series B in 2003
Solarflare Communications, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor and networking software company founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California. The company specializes in developing server networking software and hardware, including Ethernet adapters and application acceleration solutions. Key products include Onload, which enhances application performance for electronic trading platforms; Cloud Onload, tailored for cloud data centers; ServerLock, focused on data center security; and SolarCapture, a network performance monitoring tool. Solarflare's technologies support high-frequency trading, high-performance computing, cloud computing, and virtualized data centers. The company's offerings are distributed through various partners globally, backed by research and development facilities in San Diego, California; Cambridge, United Kingdom; and New Delhi, India. Solarflare operates as a subsidiary of Xilinx, Inc.

Mohomine

Series D in 2002
Mohomine is a technology company that specializes in developing smart search engine platforms, leveraging its proprietary mohoEngine technology. The firm utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance web search capabilities and offers e-business software infrastructure services. These services focus on managing unstructured data, providing clients with effective tools and solutions for improving their data management processes.

Xebeo Communications

Series B in 2002
Xebeo Communications provides carrier-grade optical ethernet switching solutions to carriers and service providers. The company offers switching platforms that deliver packet service with QoS. Xebeo Communications Inc. was founded in 2000 and is based in South Plainfield, New Jersey.

XIFIN

Venture Round in 2001
XIFIN, Inc. is a health information technology company that specializes in developing software solutions aimed at optimizing the economics of healthcare for diagnostic service providers. The company offers a comprehensive health economics optimization platform that enhances connectivity and automates workflows for clinical and financial diagnostic data. Key products include a revenue performance management system that empowers laboratories and radiology providers to manage their billing and financial performance, and an advanced laboratory information system that integrates various operational components such as test ordering, workflow management, and reporting. XIFIN also provides physician collaboration solutions, a cloud-based infrastructure for business intelligence, and a revenue cycle management platform that addresses market demands and reimbursement challenges. The company serves a range of sectors, including clinical laboratories, anatomic pathology, molecular diagnostics, and medical imaging. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in San Diego, California, XIFIN was formerly known as Medical Business Applications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.

Akonix Systems

Series A in 2001
Akonix Systems is a provider of software solutions that focus on enhancing interactive communications and community engagement for major organizations. Its flagship product, Akonix CommuniWare Enterprise, is a fully integrated platform that enables users to connect with individuals sharing similar interests, thereby enriching user experiences. The solution is scalable, customizable, and designed to improve key performance metrics, including customer acquisition, retention, and revenue generation, setting it apart from traditional customer relationship management tools. In addition to its communication platform, Akonix also offers software services for instant messaging management and risk management, further strengthening its position in the security and enterprise communication space.

Astute Networks

Series A in 2001
Astute Networks, Inc. is a manufacturer of network-based virtualization appliances, specializing in performance storage solutions for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. Founded in 2000 and based in San Diego, California, the company is known for its VMware Ready Certified ViSX G3, which accelerates server and desktop virtualization as well as cloud computing infrastructures. The ViSX G3 also provides virtualization solutions for Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, Oracle, SAP, and SQL. Astute's patented DataPump Engine enhances performance by delivering high iSCSI IOPS and maintaining sustained random I/O performance, effectively eliminating bottlenecks that can hinder virtual machine and application efficiency. The company's products are distributed through a network of established solution providers, ensuring accessibility for users seeking to improve productivity and reduce IT costs.

E20 Communications

Series C in 2000
E20 Communications, Inc. develops and manufactures multi-gigabit rate fiber optic subsystems for the computer storage, internetworking, and telecommunications markets. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Calabasas, California. As of May 17, 2004, E20 Communications, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of JDS Uniphase Corporation.

Troika Networks

Venture Round in 2000
Troika Networks, Inc. specializes in providing integrated solutions for storage network data protection and management. Founded in 1998 and located in Westlake Village, California, the company offers a range of technologies that support disaster recovery, backup, and volume management. Its solutions are designed to be cost-effective and flexible, catering to the needs of enterprise customers through original equipment manufacturers and resellers globally. Troika Networks utilizes its proprietary Accelera Network Storage Services Platforms and ReadyPath Technology to enhance data protection and management capabilities, particularly in SAN-based environments.

Mohomine

Series B in 2000
Mohomine is a technology company that specializes in developing smart search engine platforms, leveraging its proprietary mohoEngine technology. The firm utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance web search capabilities and offers e-business software infrastructure services. These services focus on managing unstructured data, providing clients with effective tools and solutions for improving their data management processes.

Syntricity

Series B in 2000
Syntricity, Inc. specializes in developing web-based enterprise yield management solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry, serving a diverse clientele that includes semiconductor manufacturers, test vendors, and wafer foundries. The company's flagship product, dataConductor, is a hosted software solution that aggregates data from various manufacturing systems into a centralized warehouse, facilitating efficient management of yields throughout the semiconductor product life cycle. In addition to dataConductor, Syntricity offers a suite of interactive analysis tools, customizable applications, and engineering databases that enhance product characterization, qualification studies, and production analysis. The company provides comprehensive consulting and support services, focusing on best practices implementation, yield analysis, and system integration, among others. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, Syntricity has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor sector, helping clients optimize their operations through robust data management and analytical capabilities.

E20 Communications

Series B in 2000
E20 Communications, Inc. develops and manufactures multi-gigabit rate fiber optic subsystems for the computer storage, internetworking, and telecommunications markets. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Calabasas, California. As of May 17, 2004, E20 Communications, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of JDS Uniphase Corporation.

Accelerated Networks

Venture Round in 1998
Accelerated Networks, Inc. was engaged in the development and marketing of customer premise telecommunications products that enabled carriers to deliver bundled voice and data services over a single broadband access network.
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