Windward Ventures

Windward Ventures was organized in 1997 to provide management assistance and capital to early stage, high growth companies in Southern California. Since that time we have assisted and invested in over 25 companies. The Windward Ventures Funds ceased making new investments as of June, 2008. We continue to manage a portfolio of investments for the Funds and our partners as well as advising entrepreneurs and investors. As of December, 2013 our portfolio of investments and advisory work includes: Proximetry SynergEyes Syntricity Xifin PerfectForms NewBlue

35 past transactions

Nirvanix

Series C in 2012
Nirvanix leads the industry with simple cloud based solutions that provide your business with everything it needs to run smoothly and efficiently. With a wide array of services, we are your one-stop shop. We’d love to have the opportunity to earn your valued business. After a long hiatus we are ready to re-open our doors and introduce to you the new and improved version of the best VoIP and business phone system solution in the market. Nirvanix has partnered with one of the biggest investors in the cryptocurrency space and aims to bring you the first crypto based VoIP solution

Nirvanix

Series B in 2010
Nirvanix leads the industry with simple cloud based solutions that provide your business with everything it needs to run smoothly and efficiently. With a wide array of services, we are your one-stop shop. We’d love to have the opportunity to earn your valued business. After a long hiatus we are ready to re-open our doors and introduce to you the new and improved version of the best VoIP and business phone system solution in the market. Nirvanix has partnered with one of the biggest investors in the cryptocurrency space and aims to bring you the first crypto based VoIP solution

Nirvanix

Series B in 2009
Nirvanix leads the industry with simple cloud based solutions that provide your business with everything it needs to run smoothly and efficiently. With a wide array of services, we are your one-stop shop. We’d love to have the opportunity to earn your valued business. After a long hiatus we are ready to re-open our doors and introduce to you the new and improved version of the best VoIP and business phone system solution in the market. Nirvanix has partnered with one of the biggest investors in the cryptocurrency space and aims to bring you the first crypto based VoIP solution

SynergEyes

Series C in 2009
SynergEyes®, Inc. was founded in 2001 with a recognized need for a hybrid contact lens that combined the superior visual acuity of a rigid gas permeable lens with the comfort of a soft contact lens. The revolutionary SynergEyes® hybrid contact lens allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds - a stable, high oxygen permeable rigid center that delivers consistent, crisp, clear vision while the outer skirt gives you all the all-day comfort of a soft lens.

Astute Networks

Series C in 2008
Astute is a provider of performance storage appliances for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. It is the developer of VMware Ready Certified ViSX branded Networked Performance Flash solutions for accelerating virtualized server, desktop, and cloud computing environments. The company’s patented DataPump Engine delivers a high level of best-in-class iSCSI IOPS with 100% sustained random I/O performance to eliminate performance-robbing I/O bottlenecks that degrade virtual machine and application performance and limits user productivity. ViSX is available through an established network of solution providers.

Nirvanix

Series A in 2007
Nirvanix leads the industry with simple cloud based solutions that provide your business with everything it needs to run smoothly and efficiently. With a wide array of services, we are your one-stop shop. We’d love to have the opportunity to earn your valued business. After a long hiatus we are ready to re-open our doors and introduce to you the new and improved version of the best VoIP and business phone system solution in the market. Nirvanix has partnered with one of the biggest investors in the cryptocurrency space and aims to bring you the first crypto based VoIP solution

Nirvanix

Venture Round in 2007
Nirvanix leads the industry with simple cloud based solutions that provide your business with everything it needs to run smoothly and efficiently. With a wide array of services, we are your one-stop shop. We’d love to have the opportunity to earn your valued business. After a long hiatus we are ready to re-open our doors and introduce to you the new and improved version of the best VoIP and business phone system solution in the market. Nirvanix has partnered with one of the biggest investors in the cryptocurrency space and aims to bring you the first crypto based VoIP solution

Syntricity

Series C in 2007
Syntricity, Inc. develops enterprise yield management software solutions for semiconductor companies, test vendors, and wafer foundries. It offers dataConductor, a hosted semiconductor enterprise yield management solution that collects data from diverse manufacturing systems and combines them into a single warehouse to support various phases of the semiconductor product life cycle. The company also provides consulting services, such as implementing best practices, yield analysis, product characterization setup, defining data collection strategy, automation planning, parsers and translators development, business practices assessment and establishment, methodologies establishment, implementation planning, systems analysis, integrations and connectivity requirements, and project and program management services. In addition, it offers implementation services, including system deployment, data integration from multiple suppliers, multi-departmental requirements assessment, parser design, MES data integration, and semiconductor data analysis solutions; and product support services, such as critical problem alerts, access to updates and upgrades, maintenance service packs and patches, telephone support, and on-site services. Syntricity, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is based in San Diego, California.

Proximetry

Series A in 2007
Proximetry, Inc. provides network and wireless performance management solutions for wireless networks. It offers AirSync that contains Provisioning Manager, which allows network operators to create custom sets of service level rules that are applied to applications, users, and devices; Resource Manager, which monitors network conditions and invokes the service level rules established in the Provisioning Manager to configure network and client devices in real-time; and Device Manager that remotely controls the embedded software images, applications, and configuration of network devices and wireless client devices. The company also provides AirSync architecture, which includes architecture elements, architecture benefits, and sample configuration; and GateSync, a software and hardware platform that enables data and content to be transferred to and from an aircraft while it is on the ground. It serves public safety, transportation, and energy sectors, as well as network operators. The company has strategic alliance with Computer Sciences Corporation. Proximetry was founded in 2005 and is based in San Diego, California.

Strix Systems

Series G in 2006
Strix Systems designs, develops, and markets enterprise wireless networks that enhance productivity and efficiency by providing users with instant information via continuous, secure connections to company networks.

XIFIN

Series D in 2006
XIFIN is a health information technology company that leverages diagnostic information to improve the quality and economics of healthcare. The XIFIN technology platform facilitates connectivity and workflow automation for accessing and sharing clinical and financial diagnostic data, linking healthcare stakeholders in the delivery and reimbursement of care. The company has received continual industry recognition, including being named to the Inc. 5000 fastest growing privately-held companies 2007 through 2010, and ranking among Deloitte's Technology Fast 500. For more information visit www.xifin.com.

SynergEyes

Series B in 2006
SynergEyes®, Inc. was founded in 2001 with a recognized need for a hybrid contact lens that combined the superior visual acuity of a rigid gas permeable lens with the comfort of a soft contact lens. The revolutionary SynergEyes® hybrid contact lens allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds - a stable, high oxygen permeable rigid center that delivers consistent, crisp, clear vision while the outer skirt gives you all the all-day comfort of a soft lens.

Astute Networks

Series B in 2005
Astute is a provider of performance storage appliances for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. It is the developer of VMware Ready Certified ViSX branded Networked Performance Flash solutions for accelerating virtualized server, desktop, and cloud computing environments. The company’s patented DataPump Engine delivers a high level of best-in-class iSCSI IOPS with 100% sustained random I/O performance to eliminate performance-robbing I/O bottlenecks that degrade virtual machine and application performance and limits user productivity. ViSX is available through an established network of solution providers.

Syntricity

Venture Round in 2005
Syntricity, Inc. develops enterprise yield management software solutions for semiconductor companies, test vendors, and wafer foundries. It offers dataConductor, a hosted semiconductor enterprise yield management solution that collects data from diverse manufacturing systems and combines them into a single warehouse to support various phases of the semiconductor product life cycle. The company also provides consulting services, such as implementing best practices, yield analysis, product characterization setup, defining data collection strategy, automation planning, parsers and translators development, business practices assessment and establishment, methodologies establishment, implementation planning, systems analysis, integrations and connectivity requirements, and project and program management services. In addition, it offers implementation services, including system deployment, data integration from multiple suppliers, multi-departmental requirements assessment, parser design, MES data integration, and semiconductor data analysis solutions; and product support services, such as critical problem alerts, access to updates and upgrades, maintenance service packs and patches, telephone support, and on-site services. Syntricity, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is based in San Diego, California.

Strix Systems

Series E in 2005
Strix Systems designs, develops, and markets enterprise wireless networks that enhance productivity and efficiency by providing users with instant information via continuous, secure connections to company networks.

Troika Networks

Series B in 2005
Troika Networks, Inc. provides storage network data protection and management integrated solutions, hosting platforms, and enabling technologies. Its integrated solutions, application hosting platforms, and embedded technology provide a cost-effective approach for implementing disaster recovery, backup, and volume management functionality through original equipment manufacturers and resellers worldwide. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Westlake Village, California.

Solarflare Communications

Series C in 2005
Solarflare Communications is a computer networking company that specializes in providing neural-class networks, technologies for ultra-scale, and software-defined. It also provides a comprehensive, integrated set of technologies for distributed, ultra-scale, software-defined datacenters. It was founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California.

Syntricity

Venture Round in 2005
Syntricity, Inc. develops enterprise yield management software solutions for semiconductor companies, test vendors, and wafer foundries. It offers dataConductor, a hosted semiconductor enterprise yield management solution that collects data from diverse manufacturing systems and combines them into a single warehouse to support various phases of the semiconductor product life cycle. The company also provides consulting services, such as implementing best practices, yield analysis, product characterization setup, defining data collection strategy, automation planning, parsers and translators development, business practices assessment and establishment, methodologies establishment, implementation planning, systems analysis, integrations and connectivity requirements, and project and program management services. In addition, it offers implementation services, including system deployment, data integration from multiple suppliers, multi-departmental requirements assessment, parser design, MES data integration, and semiconductor data analysis solutions; and product support services, such as critical problem alerts, access to updates and upgrades, maintenance service packs and patches, telephone support, and on-site services. Syntricity, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is based in San Diego, California.

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 is a provider of performance storage appliances for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. It is the developer of VMware Ready Certified ViSX branded Networked Performance Flash solutions for accelerating virtualized server, desktop, and cloud computing environments. The company’s patented DataPump Engine delivers a high level of best-in-class iSCSI IOPS with 100% sustained random I/O performance to eliminate performance-robbing I/O bottlenecks that degrade virtual machine and application performance and limits user productivity. ViSX is available through an established network of solution providers.

Akonix Systems

Series B in 2003
Akonix Systems provides major organizations the only proven, fully integrated, interactive communications platform designed to foster online community and enrich user experience by allowing customers to seamlessly connect with individuals with similar and shared interests. Unlike rigid CRM or single purpose software tools, Akonix CommuniWare Enterprise, is a scalable, extendable, customizable solution that is effective in increasing all relevant measures, such as customer acquisition, retention, brand association and revenue generation.

Strix Systems

Series D in 2003
Strix Systems designs, develops, and markets enterprise wireless networks that enhance productivity and efficiency by providing users with instant information via continuous, secure connections to company networks.

Troika Networks

Venture Round in 2003
Troika Networks, Inc. provides storage network data protection and management integrated solutions, hosting platforms, and enabling technologies. Its integrated solutions, application hosting platforms, and embedded technology provide a cost-effective approach for implementing disaster recovery, backup, and volume management functionality through original equipment manufacturers and resellers worldwide. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Westlake Village, California.

Solarflare Communications

Series B in 2003
Solarflare Communications is a computer networking company that specializes in providing neural-class networks, technologies for ultra-scale, and software-defined. It also provides a comprehensive, integrated set of technologies for distributed, ultra-scale, software-defined datacenters. It was founded in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California.

Mohomine

Series D in 2002
Mohomine is a smart search engine platform that licenses its proprietary mohoEngine technology.

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 is a health information technology company that leverages diagnostic information to improve the quality and economics of healthcare. The XIFIN technology platform facilitates connectivity and workflow automation for accessing and sharing clinical and financial diagnostic data, linking healthcare stakeholders in the delivery and reimbursement of care. The company has received continual industry recognition, including being named to the Inc. 5000 fastest growing privately-held companies 2007 through 2010, and ranking among Deloitte's Technology Fast 500. For more information visit www.xifin.com.

Akonix Systems

Series A in 2001
Akonix Systems provides major organizations the only proven, fully integrated, interactive communications platform designed to foster online community and enrich user experience by allowing customers to seamlessly connect with individuals with similar and shared interests. Unlike rigid CRM or single purpose software tools, Akonix CommuniWare Enterprise, is a scalable, extendable, customizable solution that is effective in increasing all relevant measures, such as customer acquisition, retention, brand association and revenue generation.

Astute Networks

Series A in 2001
Astute is a provider of performance storage appliances for physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. It is the developer of VMware Ready Certified ViSX branded Networked Performance Flash solutions for accelerating virtualized server, desktop, and cloud computing environments. The company’s patented DataPump Engine delivers a high level of best-in-class iSCSI IOPS with 100% sustained random I/O performance to eliminate performance-robbing I/O bottlenecks that degrade virtual machine and application performance and limits user productivity. ViSX is available through an established network of solution providers.

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. provides storage network data protection and management integrated solutions, hosting platforms, and enabling technologies. Its integrated solutions, application hosting platforms, and embedded technology provide a cost-effective approach for implementing disaster recovery, backup, and volume management functionality through original equipment manufacturers and resellers worldwide. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Westlake Village, California.

Mohomine

Series B in 2000
Mohomine is a smart search engine platform that licenses its proprietary mohoEngine technology.

Syntricity

Series B in 2000
Syntricity, Inc. develops enterprise yield management software solutions for semiconductor companies, test vendors, and wafer foundries. It offers dataConductor, a hosted semiconductor enterprise yield management solution that collects data from diverse manufacturing systems and combines them into a single warehouse to support various phases of the semiconductor product life cycle. The company also provides consulting services, such as implementing best practices, yield analysis, product characterization setup, defining data collection strategy, automation planning, parsers and translators development, business practices assessment and establishment, methodologies establishment, implementation planning, systems analysis, integrations and connectivity requirements, and project and program management services. In addition, it offers implementation services, including system deployment, data integration from multiple suppliers, multi-departmental requirements assessment, parser design, MES data integration, and semiconductor data analysis solutions; and product support services, such as critical problem alerts, access to updates and upgrades, maintenance service packs and patches, telephone support, and on-site services. Syntricity, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is based in San Diego, California.

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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