Accel is a venture capital firm founded in 1983 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in early and growth-stage investments, focusing on sectors such as cloud computing, software as a service (SaaS), consumer products, enterprise solutions, information technology, healthcare, fintech, security, media, and business services. Accel is dedicated to supporting a global community of entrepreneurs, identifying and backing those with the potential to drive the growth of next-generation industries. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies like Atlassian, Dropbox, and Facebook, showcasing its commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the technology landscape.
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Pratik Agarwal
Principal
Radhika Ananth
Vice President and Investor
Casey Aylward
Partner
Mahendran Balachandran
Partner, India
Julien Bek
Principal
Luca Bocchio
Partner
Andrei Brasoveanu
Partner
Katie Brown
Investor
Abhinav Chaturvedi
Partner
Ethan Choi
Partner
Miles Clements
Partner
Adrian Colyer
Venture Partner
Kevin Comolli
Partner
Anand Daniel
Partner
Ben Dooley
CFO
Peter Doyle
Investor
Sameer Gandhi
Partner
Martin Gibson
Technology Investor
Graham Hutson
Investor
Sara Ittelson
Partner
Dinesh Katiyar
Partner
Shekhar Kirani
Partner, India
Richard Kotite
Vice President
Gagan Kumar
General Partner
Daniel Levine
Partner
Ping Li
Partner
John Locke
Partner
Zhenya Loginov
Partner
Arun Mathew
Partner
Jonathan Mendelson
Investor
Subrata Mitra
Founder
Gonzalo Mocorrea
Investor
Vasant Natarajan
Partner
Vas Natarajan
Partner
Harry Nelis
Partner
Nate Niparko
Partner
Rachit Parekh
Investor
Vijaysai Patnaik
Associate
Prashanth Prakash
Co-Founder and Partner, India
Varun Purandare
Principal and Investor
Ben Quazzo
Investor, Venture and Growth
Rafael Quintanilla Loeillet
Early-Stage Investor
Tim Rawlinson
Investor - Growth
Tracy Sedlock
Chief Operating Partner
Manasi Shah
Vice President and Investment Team Member
Sarthak Singh
Investor
Ryan Sweeney
General Partner
Charles Tananbaum
Investor
Humza Tariq
Investor
Jonathan Turner
Partner
Cecilia Wang
Vice President and Investor
Matt Weigand
Partner
Eric Wolford
Venture Partner
Ivan Zhou
Partner
Richard Wong
Partner
Bruce Golden
Partner
Steve Loughlin
Partner
Barath Shankar Subramanian
Senior Analyst
David Waltcher
Investor
Past deals in California
Transcend
Series B in 2024
Transcend, Inc. specializes in data privacy infrastructure, providing companies with tools to manage customer personal data effectively. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, Transcend offers a suite of products that streamline the fulfillment of data subject requests, such as accessing and deleting personal information. Its main offerings include a Data Privacy Infrastructure that integrates with various data systems and vendors, a Consent Management solution that simplifies user consent processes, and a Privacy Center that empowers users to manage their privacy preferences. By automating these processes, Transcend enables businesses to comply with data privacy regulations while enhancing user control over personal data.
Vercel
Series E in 2024
Vercel Inc. is a cloud platform company that specializes in on-demand deployment and hosting services for frontend applications. Established in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, Vercel provides solutions for developing, previewing, and shipping Jamstack sites, enhancing the deployment process for developers. The platform integrates with popular version control systems, such as GitHub, Bitbucket, and GitLab, allowing for automatic project deployment from pull requests and merge requests. Vercel's infrastructure supports the hosting of static websites and serverless functions, optimizing performance through a content delivery network. Formerly known as ZEIT, Inc., the company rebranded to Vercel in April 2020, reflecting its focus on streamlining the development and deployment experience for frontend teams.
Corelight
Series E in 2024
Corelight, Inc. provides network visibility solutions tailored for information security professionals, focusing on network traffic analysis to combat cyber threats. The company offers a suite of products, including Corelight sensors and a fleet manager, built upon the open-source Bro framework, which delivers actionable, real-time data to enhance cybersecurity efforts. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Corelight serves enterprises, government agencies, and higher education institutions, enabling them to gain deep insights into network traffic and effectively detect and respond to cyberattacks. The company also maintains additional offices in Santa Clara, California, and Columbus, Ohio.
AssemblyAI
Series C in 2023
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.
Catch+Release
Series A in 2023
Catch&Release, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates the search and licensing of web content for videos and commercials. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in streamlining the clearance and licensing process through its Content Exchange platform. This platform allows users to organize shots from various online sources, receive Clearance Ratings to identify licensable content, and initiate the licensing process easily. Catch&Release handles negotiations for copyright and model clearances, provides indemnification, and maintains all necessary documentation and transaction records. By curating a diverse portfolio of story-driven content from artists and creators, the company enables brands and advertisers to efficiently license film, photography, and audio, enhancing their promotional efforts.
EdgeDB
Series A in 2022
EdgeDB is an innovative company focused on transforming the relational database landscape. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, it offers an open-source object-relational database platform designed to address common challenges faced by developers and data engineers. By introducing a streamlined data model and a powerful query language, EdgeDB aims to enhance productivity and ease of use, making data management more efficient. The platform enables developers to construct complex queries, subqueries, and nested inserts with a composable syntax that simplifies the representation of selection sets and property assignments. This approach helps mitigate the impedance mismatch often encountered in traditional databases, allowing for the development of safer and more efficient software.
Stairwell
Series B in 2022
Stairwell, Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in cybersecurity solutions through its Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. The company focuses on Automated Threat Detection and Response, providing tools that enable security teams to identify and address potential threats efficiently. By treating all files as suspicious and preserving them as evidence, Stairwell accelerates threat analysis, allowing organizations to quickly assess their security status in response to emerging threats. Its technology incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver automated reports that indicate whether an organization has been compromised and, if so, outlines the details of the incident. This innovative approach enhances the capabilities of security personnel, streamlining the processes of threat evaluation and response. Stairwell has garnered recognition for its innovative contributions to the cybersecurity landscape, supported by prominent investors and partners.
ModernLoop
Series A in 2022
ModernLoop is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in an interview scheduling platform aimed at enhancing the recruitment process. The platform assists recruiting teams by automating the coordination of interviews, effectively managing meeting conflicts, and providing day-of reminders. By offering tools to streamline operations and improve productivity, ModernLoop enhances the overall candidate experience while allowing organizations to scale their hiring efforts efficiently.
Invoca
Series F in 2022
Invoca, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in AI-powered call tracking and analytics, focusing on enhancing marketing and sales through actionable insights from customer conversations. Its platform provides tools for measuring and optimizing inbound calls, allowing marketers to achieve detailed campaign attribution and understand caller intent. The company offers a suite of call intelligence solutions, including voice analytics, a real-time engagement engine, and integrations with major marketing and sales applications. Invoca's products, such as the voice marketing cloud and machine learning algorithms, empower businesses to enhance their customer interactions and drive revenue growth. The company serves a wide range of sectors, including consumer and business-to-business markets, and has established partnerships with prominent brands such as AutoNation and Verizon. Founded in 2007 and based in Santa Barbara, California, Invoca has expanded its presence with additional offices in San Francisco and Denver.
Middesk
Series B in 2022
Middesk, Inc. is an identity platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company offers automated business verification services and provides essential contextual information about various businesses. Its platform allows organizations to capture, verify, and monitor business credentials effectively, facilitating compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Additionally, Middesk notifies service providers of changes within their customer base, enabling them to maintain an accurate understanding of their clients and better address their needs. By centralizing the credentialing process, Middesk helps companies streamline onboarding and enhance operational efficiency while managing risk and compliance.
Monte Carlo
Series D in 2022
Monte Carlo is a software company that provides a digital data reliability platform designed to monitor data integrity and alert users to missing or inaccurate information. Founded in 2019 by Barr Moses and Lior Gavish, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to enhance trust in data by eliminating data downtime. By addressing data issues, Monte Carlo empowers organizations to strengthen their data teams and gain valuable insights, ultimately allowing them to avoid reliance on unreliable data and reduce time spent on data-related crises. The company's mission is to accelerate the global adoption of data by mitigating the challenges associated with data reliability.
Instabug
Series B in 2022
Instabug, Inc. is a mobile observability platform that assists developers in enhancing the quality and performance of their applications. Founded in 2012 and initially known as AStarApps, the company is headquartered in Giza, Egypt, and has expanded its operations to California, United States. Instabug provides advanced tools for crash and bug reporting, application performance monitoring, and user feedback collection, enabling developers to identify and resolve issues effectively. The platform supports over 4 billion devices globally, offering real-time insights throughout the application lifecycle to help mobile teams deliver seamless user experiences and drive sustained growth. Through its AI-powered capabilities, Instabug aims to empower developers and enterprises to optimize their applications and enhance overall user satisfaction.
Vivun
Series C in 2022
Vivun Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in presales pipeline management through its innovative platform. Established in 2018, Vivun provides tools designed to enhance technical sales processes, including opportunity management, competitive intelligence, and battle cards. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing customer relationship management systems, allowing organizations to improve forecast accuracy and identify new revenue opportunities. Notably, Vivun offers the world’s first AI Sales Engineer, which helps businesses scale technical expertise and optimize their operations. Prominent clients such as ADP, Coupa, and Docusign utilize Vivun's solutions to accelerate deal closures while reducing sales costs.
Fictiv
Series E in 2022
Fictiv Inc. is a manufacturing platform based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the design, development, and delivery of custom parts. Established in 2013, Fictiv provides an online interface that allows users to obtain instant quotes, review manufacturing feedback, and manage orders with a network of vetted vendors. The platform leverages distributed manufacturing techniques, utilizing 3D printing and CNC machining to optimize production and delivery timelines. Fictiv serves a diverse clientele, including engineers, designers, startups, and larger enterprises, having successfully manufactured over 25 million parts to date. By streamlining the sourcing and supply of mechanical components, Fictiv helps companies accelerate their product development processes and bring innovative solutions to market more efficiently.
EdgeDB
Seed Round in 2022
EdgeDB is an innovative company focused on transforming the relational database landscape. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, it offers an open-source object-relational database platform designed to address common challenges faced by developers and data engineers. By introducing a streamlined data model and a powerful query language, EdgeDB aims to enhance productivity and ease of use, making data management more efficient. The platform enables developers to construct complex queries, subqueries, and nested inserts with a composable syntax that simplifies the representation of selection sets and property assignments. This approach helps mitigate the impedance mismatch often encountered in traditional databases, allowing for the development of safer and more efficient software.
Ascend.io
Series B in 2022
Ascend.io, based in Palo Alto, California, offers an advanced platform designed to streamline big data analytics and engineering workflows. The platform integrates essential capabilities such as data ingestion, transformation, delivery, orchestration, and observability into a unified solution, enabling data teams to operate significantly faster. By leveraging declarative configurations and automation, Ascend.io manages cloud infrastructure, optimizes data pipelines, and reduces maintenance throughout the data lifecycle. This innovative approach supports business managers in initiating projects and making informed decisions by simplifying connections to various applications. Recognized as a 2021 Gartner Cool Vendor, Ascend.io is supported by prominent venture capital firms and notable advisors in the tech industry.
Aavenir
Series A in 2022
Aavenir Software Pvt. Ltd specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions for source-to-pay processes. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, with an office in San Francisco, California, Aavenir utilizes machine learning and natural language processing technologies to enhance procurement efficiency. Its platform automates invoice processing by extracting vital information such as invoice numbers and payment terms, while validating data against purchase orders and contract details to ensure accuracy. Aavenir's solutions aim to streamline procurement and contract lifecycle management, offering clients actionable insights based on historical data to optimize their processes.
Webflow
Series C in 2022
Webflow, Inc. is a web development platform founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California. It enables users, particularly professional designers and developers, to create and update custom, dynamic websites through a visual interface. The platform includes a range of features such as a drag-and-drop tool for building responsive websites, content management system (CMS) capabilities, e-commerce functionality, and hosting services. Webflow allows users to design, build, and launch websites without needing to write code, while also ensuring that the generated code is clean and semantic. This comprehensive approach empowers clients to develop websites that function seamlessly across various devices and to push them to live production independently.
AssemblyAI
Series A in 2022
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.
Niyo Solutions
Series C in 2022
Niyo Solutions Inc. is a financial technology company based in Palo Alto, California, established in 2015. The company specializes in developing digital banking solutions aimed at simplifying financial services for salaried employees. Niyo partners with employers and banks to provide employees with access to various company benefits, including healthcare and food allowances, through a user-friendly digital platform. This includes a mobile application that allows users to submit claims easily, as well as the option to utilize a credit card for transactional convenience. By leveraging technology, Niyo Solutions enhances the accessibility and management of financial benefits for employees.
FitOn
Series C in 2022
FitOn Inc. is a fitness technology company based in Los Angeles, California, that offers an application designed for users to engage in live and on-demand workouts without the need for equipment. The FitOn app features a diverse range of classes, including yoga, Pilates, interval training, cardio, and dance, led by world-class trainers and celebrities. With over 12 million members who have collectively logged more than 1 billion workout minutes, FitOn promotes social interaction by allowing users to invite friends and communicate while exercising. Additionally, the company provides features such as calorie tracking, heart rate monitoring, and the ability to share progress and photos. FitOn Health, the company's enterprise service, collaborates with over 13,000 employers and major health plans in the U.S. to deliver specialized programs for individuals managing chronic health conditions. Incorporated in 2018, FitOn aims to empower users to maintain their fitness goals conveniently and effectively.
Scratchpad
Series B in 2022
Scratchpad, Inc. is a Sacramento-based company that develops a workspace application designed specifically for sales professionals. Founded in 2019 by Pouyan Salehi and Cyrus Karbassiyoon, Scratchpad allows users to manage their Salesforce accounts efficiently by integrating tools for note-taking, task management, and workflow processing. The application can be utilized as a Google Chrome plugin or a web platform, providing sales teams with a centralized interface to organize notes, track deals, and access customer context, including emails and calendar events. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance productivity and streamline sales performance. Scratchpad is supported by notable investors, including Accel, Craft Ventures, Sound Ventures, and Shrug Capital.
Clockwise
Series C in 2022
Clockwise Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for time management. Its flagship product, Clockwise, serves as a smart calendar assistant that connects to users' work calendars at the system level. The software learns individual preferences, such as typical working hours, time zones, and meeting tolerances, to create a more efficient scheduling experience. By analyzing schedules and work habits, Clockwise automatically coordinates meetings and identifies optimal times for focused work, ultimately enhancing productivity and reducing the stress associated with manual calendar management. Founded in 2016, the company aims to bring flexibility to modern workdays, enabling teams to balance collaborative efforts with personal focus time, thereby promoting well-being and preventing burnout.
Searchlight
Series A in 2021
Searchlight is a San Francisco-based company that has developed a platform designed to enhance the hiring process through early and automated reference checks. Their Predictive Talent Platform utilizes assessments and analytics to improve hiring efficiency and effectiveness, measuring the quality of hires by linking candidate reference and self-assessment data to post-hire outcomes. By integrating employee outcome data—such as performance and engagement—into the recruiting process, Searchlight's system provides real-time insights that help organizations identify competencies and soft skills, ultimately improving talent acquisition and retention. The company's mission focuses on fostering a people-first approach, aiming to create mutually beneficial hiring experiences by better understanding talent dynamics.
Drip Capital
Series C in 2021
Drip Capital Inc. is a financial technology company that specializes in providing credit solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in cross-border trade, particularly in developing markets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Mumbai, India, Drip Capital offers a range of trade financing products, including invoice factoring, export finance, and receivables factoring. The company's innovative platform employs an automated risk assessment model, allowing SMEs to access working capital quickly and with minimal paperwork. By leveraging multiple data sources for transaction underwriting, Drip Capital aims to simplify the borrowing process, enabling businesses to obtain collateral-free loans and lines of credit to manage their inventory and fulfill purchase orders effectively. The company is supported by a team of professionals with backgrounds from prestigious institutions and has garnered backing from notable Silicon Valley investors.
FitOn
Series B in 2021
FitOn Inc. is a fitness technology company based in Los Angeles, California, that offers an application designed for users to engage in live and on-demand workouts without the need for equipment. The FitOn app features a diverse range of classes, including yoga, Pilates, interval training, cardio, and dance, led by world-class trainers and celebrities. With over 12 million members who have collectively logged more than 1 billion workout minutes, FitOn promotes social interaction by allowing users to invite friends and communicate while exercising. Additionally, the company provides features such as calorie tracking, heart rate monitoring, and the ability to share progress and photos. FitOn Health, the company's enterprise service, collaborates with over 13,000 employers and major health plans in the U.S. to deliver specialized programs for individuals managing chronic health conditions. Incorporated in 2018, FitOn aims to empower users to maintain their fitness goals conveniently and effectively.
Akridata
Series A in 2021
Akridata Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Los Altos, California, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven data architecture and operations platforms. The company's technology focuses on streamlining the transport and storage of raw AI data, addressing the challenges associated with high volumes of data generated during AI processing in the cloud. Akridata's innovative solutions enhance visual inspection processes for manufacturers, facilitating automation and improving quality control in industrial and medical device manufacturing. By employing advanced computer vision technology, Akridata enables faster and more accurate defect detection, helping businesses transition from manual inspections to intelligent automation. This not only increases efficiency but also reduces errors and overall storage costs, ultimately optimizing the training of deep learning models for a variety of applications.
Stairwell
Series A in 2021
Stairwell, Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in cybersecurity solutions through its Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. The company focuses on Automated Threat Detection and Response, providing tools that enable security teams to identify and address potential threats efficiently. By treating all files as suspicious and preserving them as evidence, Stairwell accelerates threat analysis, allowing organizations to quickly assess their security status in response to emerging threats. Its technology incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver automated reports that indicate whether an organization has been compromised and, if so, outlines the details of the incident. This innovative approach enhances the capabilities of security personnel, streamlining the processes of threat evaluation and response. Stairwell has garnered recognition for its innovative contributions to the cybersecurity landscape, supported by prominent investors and partners.
Checkr
Series E in 2021
Checkr, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the background check industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Checkr offers a range of screening services, including criminal record checks, driving checks, and identity verification. The company utilizes advanced technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, to deliver faster and more efficient background checks compared to traditional providers. Its platform not only enhances hiring transparency and fairness but also assists businesses in complying with regulations and improving operational efficiency. Checkr serves various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, retail, and technology, providing solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the workforce.
Monte Carlo
Series C in 2021
Monte Carlo is a software company that provides a digital data reliability platform designed to monitor data integrity and alert users to missing or inaccurate information. Founded in 2019 by Barr Moses and Lior Gavish, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to enhance trust in data by eliminating data downtime. By addressing data issues, Monte Carlo empowers organizations to strengthen their data teams and gain valuable insights, ultimately allowing them to avoid reliance on unreliable data and reduce time spent on data-related crises. The company's mission is to accelerate the global adoption of data by mitigating the challenges associated with data reliability.
Lucid Lane
Series A in 2021
Lucid Lane, Inc. is a telehealth provider focused on supporting individuals with medication dependence and substance use disorders. Founded in 2017 and based in Los Altos, California, the company offers a comprehensive range of services that includes personalized health planning, real-time interventions, and ongoing support from therapists and coaches. By utilizing data-driven approaches, Lucid Lane facilitates safe and effective tapering for those struggling with medication dependence, while also addressing mental health therapy, pain relief, and relapse prevention. The company aims to empower its clients to lead healthier lives through continuous monitoring and timely interventions in a secure and private environment.
Poggio Labs
Seed Round in 2021
Poggio Labs develops customer data applications. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Netskope
Venture Round in 2021
Netskope, Inc. is a cloud application analytics and policy company that offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service platform aimed at securing data and users across various environments. Its primary offering, Netskope Security Cloud, provides visibility and real-time protection against threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. The platform employs a unique approach that allows for granular control of cloud application usage, enabling organizations to monitor user activities and secure sensitive information without the need for traditional restrictive measures. Additionally, Netskope operates NewEdge, a global security private cloud network that enhances security without compromising performance. The company also provides a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to manage cloud application use, along with a cloud-based web security solution designed to prevent malware and detect advanced threats. Serving a range of industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail, Netskope focuses on promoting good digital citizenship while supporting organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope has data centers across multiple countries to meet global security needs.
Tonkean
Series B in 2021
Tonkean Inc. designs and develops an operating system for business operations, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of operations teams across various sectors, including legal, customer service, finance, IT, human resources, and sales. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, with a research and development office in Tel Aviv, Tonkean offers a no-code process orchestration platform. This platform enables users to automate, monitor, and manage critical business processes without requiring extensive technical knowledge. It provides tools for gathering real-time progress updates, filtering information for actionable insights, and generating daily and weekly email reports for team discussions and analysis. By streamlining operations and ensuring compliance and security, Tonkean helps enterprises improve their operational velocity at scale.
Sense
Series C in 2021
Sense is a smart talent engagement and communication platform built for the staffing industry. It helps reduce turnover, increases re-deployment rates, and gives a real-time 360 view of the pulse of consultants. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
BrowserStack
Series B in 2021
BrowserStack Inc. is a software testing platform that specializes in automated testing for web and mobile applications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Mumbai and Dublin, the company supports over 25,000 clients, including major enterprises like Microsoft and Twitter. BrowserStack enables users to conduct more than two million tests daily across 15 global data centers, providing access to over 2,000 real mobile devices and browsers through a reliable cloud infrastructure. This service allows development and quality assurance teams to streamline their testing processes, eliminating the need for complex in-house testing setups and facilitating the rapid delivery of high-quality software. The platform also offers responsive design testing across various devices, catering to the needs of modern digital applications.
Slintel
Series A in 2021
Slintel captures technographic-powered buying intent and helps companies uncover 3% of active buyers in their target market. It evaluates over 100 billion data points and analyzes factors such as buyer journeys, technology adoption patterns, and other digital footprints to deliver market & sales intelligence. Slintel's customers have access to the buying patterns and contact information of more than 17 million companies and 70 million decision-makers across the world. It was established in 2016 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Tessian
Series C in 2021
Tessian’s mission is to secure the human layer. Using machine learning technology, Tessian automatically stops data breaches and security threats caused by human error - like data exfiltration, accidental data loss, business email compromise, and phishing attacks - with minimal disruption to employees' workflow. As a result, employees are empowered to do their best work, without security getting in their way. Founded in 2013, Tessian is backed by renowned investors like Sequoia, Accel, March Capital, and Balderton, and has offices in San Francisco and London.
Salto
Series B in 2021
Salto is the leading solution for business application configuration. By adapting and applying software development concepts and best practices to the business operations world, Salto provides an Open Source and an Enterprise SaaS product that re-imagines multi-application configuration in the modern company. Salto's solution automatically extracts the configurations of different business applications - including Salesforce, NetSuite and HubSpot - and translates them to a new declarative representation called NaCl (“Not Another Configuration Language”). Using NaCl with Git, all applications’ configurations can be collaboratively edited and deployed back to the live business applications, or to a staging environment for testing. With Salto, configuration changes to multiple business applications can be easily tested, tracked or even rolled back if needed. Salto was founded in 2019 by veteran Israeli entrepreneurs Rami Tamir, Benny Schnaider and Gil Hoffer and is their latest startup, after successes with previous companies - Pentacom (acquired by Cisco), Qumranet (acquired by Red Hat) and Ravello Systems (acquired by Oracle). It is backed by leading investors such as Bessmer Venture Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners and Salesforce Ventures and has offices in Tel Aviv and San Francisco.
Styra
Series B in 2021
Styra, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a cloud-native authorization platform that enables organizations to enforce and monitor authorization policies across their applications and infrastructure. The Styra platform utilizes an Open Policy Agent to provide a comprehensive solution for managing security and compliance risks. Its features include context-based admission control, policy design and validation, policy distribution, and monitoring and auditing capabilities. By implementing authorization policy-as-code, Styra allows businesses to pre-validate policy changes, thereby mitigating risks before deployment. The platform also supports a range of environments, including multi-cloud, microservices, containers, and databases, ensuring that security policies can be defined and enforced consistently across various namespaces and clusters.
Ethos Life
Series D in 2021
Ethos Life is an insurance company that provides modern and ethical life insurance to protect life. They’re building ground-breaking software for life insurance (a $650 billion market) and the company's mission is to make protecting your family affordable, accessible, and instant. It also employs a human approach in delivering its services. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America (LGA), a large U.S. life insurance provider since 1836. They use technology to learn about what makes you unique so that they can find new and truly personal ways to cover you. Ethos was founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.
Airkit
Series B in 2021
Airkit, Inc. is a digital customer engagement platform that enables organizations to create and manage customer experiences efficiently. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Airkit's low-code platform allows sales, service, and operations teams to design customer journeys with ease. It provides prebuilt components and templates for web, mobile, voice, and chat interactions, facilitating the integration of customer data across various systems. The platform features tools for scheduling, information capture, location-aware workflows, and digital payment processing, all aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction and operational productivity. Additionally, Airkit offers built-in analytics to measure user engagement and optimize experiences, along with debugging tools for developers to test and refine applications before deployment.
Vectra AI
Series F in 2021
Vectra AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence-based solutions designed to detect and respond to cyberattacks across cloud, data center, and enterprise environments. The company's Cognito platform enhances threat detection and investigation by utilizing AI to collect and enrich network metadata, enabling real-time identification of both known and unknown threats. Vectra AI offers three key applications within the Cognito platform: Cognito Stream, which delivers security-enriched metadata to data lakes and SIEMs; Cognito Recall, a cloud-based tool for storing and investigating enriched metadata related to threats; and Cognito Detect, which leverages AI to identify and prioritize hidden attackers swiftly. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Vectra AI also maintains research and development centers in Dublin, Austin, and Cambridge. The company aims to empower enterprises to detect advanced attacks early, thereby preventing potential breaches.
Sysdig
Series F in 2021
Sysdig, Inc. is a provider of cloud-native security and monitoring software, focusing on the needs of development and operations teams as well as security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sysdig offers a platform that includes a runtime threat detection engine and a variety of tools for monitoring containerized applications. The company's solutions enable real-time visibility and risk detection across cloud workloads, helping organizations identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and potential threats. With a combination of open-source and commercial offerings, along with a dedicated team of threat researchers, Sysdig empowers enterprises to navigate the complexities of modern cloud-native infrastructures while ensuring application performance, security, and compliance.
Productiv
Series C in 2021
Productiv, Inc. is a cloud-based platform specializing in SaaS management and application engagement insights for IT companies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Bellevue and San Francisco, Productiv offers a unique approach to managing SaaS portfolios by providing real-time employee engagement data at the feature level. This enables organizations to proactively govern their software usage and optimize operational efficiency. The platform integrates with single sign-on tools to monitor login activity and extract data related to purchases and licenses from various financial systems. By offering solutions for discovery, rightsizing, engagement, and productivity, Productiv empowers companies to maximize their return on investment from SaaS applications. Its client base includes notable companies such as Fox, Uber, and Zoom, reflecting its impact on enhancing employee engagement and overall productivity.
Middesk
Series A in 2021
Middesk, Inc. is an identity platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company offers automated business verification services and provides essential contextual information about various businesses. Its platform allows organizations to capture, verify, and monitor business credentials effectively, facilitating compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Additionally, Middesk notifies service providers of changes within their customer base, enabling them to maintain an accurate understanding of their clients and better address their needs. By centralizing the credentialing process, Middesk helps companies streamline onboarding and enhance operational efficiency while managing risk and compliance.
FalconX
Venture Round in 2021
FalconX, Ltd. is a cryptocurrency brokerage and digital asset trading platform founded in 2018 and based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in providing trading solutions for blockchain and fintech sectors, focusing on reliable execution for its clients. Utilizing data science and machine learning, FalconX's platform aims to eliminate slippage and hidden fees, enabling efficient access to cryptocurrency markets. It serves hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other institutional clients by facilitating mid-to-large size trades with smart routing across various liquidity sources for optimal pricing.
Privacera
Series B in 2021
Privacera, Inc. is a SaaS platform that specializes in data security and governance, enabling enterprises to discover, manage, and monitor sensitive data across various systems. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Privacera provides a comprehensive solution that automates the discovery and classification of sensitive data, employing artificial intelligence to catalog information across both cloud and on-premises environments. Its platform integrates with multiple cloud services, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, allowing organizations in sectors like finance, insurance, and retail to maintain regulatory compliance while sharing data securely. The system offers features such as centralized access management, data de-identification, and a user-friendly dashboard for monitoring access history and generating alerts for security and compliance teams. Privacera was previously known as Global Tenet, Inc. and rebranded in 2019.
Fictiv
Series D in 2021
Fictiv Inc. is a manufacturing platform based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the design, development, and delivery of custom parts. Established in 2013, Fictiv provides an online interface that allows users to obtain instant quotes, review manufacturing feedback, and manage orders with a network of vetted vendors. The platform leverages distributed manufacturing techniques, utilizing 3D printing and CNC machining to optimize production and delivery timelines. Fictiv serves a diverse clientele, including engineers, designers, startups, and larger enterprises, having successfully manufactured over 25 million parts to date. By streamlining the sourcing and supply of mechanical components, Fictiv helps companies accelerate their product development processes and bring innovative solutions to market more efficiently.
Vivun
Series B in 2021
Vivun Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in presales pipeline management through its innovative platform. Established in 2018, Vivun provides tools designed to enhance technical sales processes, including opportunity management, competitive intelligence, and battle cards. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing customer relationship management systems, allowing organizations to improve forecast accuracy and identify new revenue opportunities. Notably, Vivun offers the world’s first AI Sales Engineer, which helps businesses scale technical expertise and optimize their operations. Prominent clients such as ADP, Coupa, and Docusign utilize Vivun's solutions to accelerate deal closures while reducing sales costs.
SplashLearn
Series C in 2021
SplashLearn is an EdTech startup company providing game-based math and reading courses to students in pre-kindergarten to grade five. It is available across platforms the Web, App Store, and Play Store. The company aims to replace books and videos with game-based learning and offers more than 4,000 games in its system. With data from 3+ billion completed activities, SplashLearn's adaptive algorithm offers each child a personalized learning experience that is fun and immersive. SplashLearn's platform gives 15 to 20 minutes of personalized studying expertise to every learner each day and charges only $12 a month to parents for its service. Alternatively, the service is free for schools. Backed by Accel Partners and OWL Ventures, SplashLearn has bagged prestigious ed-tech awards such as the NASSCOM Emerge50, Parents Choice, and Best App Ever and has been consistently featured among the best apps on the App Store. It was launched in San Francisco, California by Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) graduates Arpit Jain, Joy Deep Nath, Mayank Jain, and Umang Jain in 2011.
Monte Carlo
Series B in 2021
Monte Carlo is a software company that provides a digital data reliability platform designed to monitor data integrity and alert users to missing or inaccurate information. Founded in 2019 by Barr Moses and Lior Gavish, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to enhance trust in data by eliminating data downtime. By addressing data issues, Monte Carlo empowers organizations to strengthen their data teams and gain valuable insights, ultimately allowing them to avoid reliance on unreliable data and reduce time spent on data-related crises. The company's mission is to accelerate the global adoption of data by mitigating the challenges associated with data reliability.
Scratchpad
Series A in 2021
Scratchpad, Inc. is a Sacramento-based company that develops a workspace application designed specifically for sales professionals. Founded in 2019 by Pouyan Salehi and Cyrus Karbassiyoon, Scratchpad allows users to manage their Salesforce accounts efficiently by integrating tools for note-taking, task management, and workflow processing. The application can be utilized as a Google Chrome plugin or a web platform, providing sales teams with a centralized interface to organize notes, track deals, and access customer context, including emails and calendar events. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance productivity and streamline sales performance. Scratchpad is supported by notable investors, including Accel, Craft Ventures, Sound Ventures, and Shrug Capital.
Webflow
Series B in 2021
Webflow, Inc. is a web development platform founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California. It enables users, particularly professional designers and developers, to create and update custom, dynamic websites through a visual interface. The platform includes a range of features such as a drag-and-drop tool for building responsive websites, content management system (CMS) capabilities, e-commerce functionality, and hosting services. Webflow allows users to design, build, and launch websites without needing to write code, while also ensuring that the generated code is clean and semantic. This comprehensive approach empowers clients to develop websites that function seamlessly across various devices and to push them to live production independently.
VComply
Series A in 2021
VComply, Inc. is a developer of a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform focused on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) management. Founded in 2016 and based in San Jose, California, VComply's platform enables organizations to conduct internal audits and manage contracts, licenses, accreditations, and policies within a secure, cloud-based environment. The platform is designed to be highly configurable, allowing users to tailor GRC applications to their specific needs without requiring coding or extensive infrastructure. VComply aims to simplify GRC processes, providing tools for collecting, organizing, reporting, and analyzing data to enhance control, collaboration, and transparency. The company's innovative approach supports organizations across various industries, particularly in the mid-market, to foster a culture of good governance while effectively addressing risks and compliance challenges.
Ironclad
Series D in 2020
Ironclad, Inc. develops a contracting platform that automates workflows and approvals to enhance contract processes for legal firms and businesses in the United States. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, the company offers software that provides self-help services, automated templates for various contracts, and e-signature capabilities while managing legal paperwork for early-stage and late-stage technology companies. The platform enables users to identify key terms and entities, convert contracts into code, and efficiently search, tag, and manage contracts as intelligence assets. This streamlining allows legal, sales, and operations teams to optimize how they create, store, and utilize contracts.
Vercel
Series B in 2020
Vercel Inc. is a cloud platform company that specializes in on-demand deployment and hosting services for frontend applications. Established in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, Vercel provides solutions for developing, previewing, and shipping Jamstack sites, enhancing the deployment process for developers. The platform integrates with popular version control systems, such as GitHub, Bitbucket, and GitLab, allowing for automatic project deployment from pull requests and merge requests. Vercel's infrastructure supports the hosting of static websites and serverless functions, optimizing performance through a content delivery network. Formerly known as ZEIT, Inc., the company rebranded to Vercel in April 2020, reflecting its focus on streamlining the development and deployment experience for frontend teams.
MindTickle
Series D in 2020
MindTickle is a privately-held company that provides a data-driven sales readiness platform aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of customer-facing teams. With its headquarters in San Francisco and Pune, the platform is utilized by sales teams across various industries to address knowledge and skill gaps through automated training paths, adaptive learning, and virtual coaching tools. MindTickle's solution incorporates gamification and role-play elements, facilitating on-demand training and mobile updates. This comprehensive approach helps organizations assess and certify the readiness of their sales representatives, leading to improved deal sizes, higher win rates, and shorter sales cycles. Investors in MindTickle include Accel, Canaan, NEA, NewView Capital, Norwest Venture Partners, and Softbank.
AssemblyAI
Venture Round in 2020
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.
Weaveworks
Venture Round in 2020
Weaveworks Limited is a software company founded in 2014 and based in London, with an additional office in San Francisco. The company specializes in open-source software that facilitates the management of Docker containers and Kubernetes workloads, providing tools for developers and DevOps teams. Its products include Weave Net, which offers a portable software-defined networking solution; Weave Scope, enabling real-time visualization and interaction with distributed applications; Weave Flux, which automates the routing of requests for containerized microservices; and Weave Cloud, a Software-as-a-Service platform that helps teams connect, monitor, and deploy cloud-native applications. Weaveworks aims to simplify the complexities of operating cloud-native applications by offering automated continuous delivery pipelines, observability, and monitoring, while also contributing to various open-source projects.
Slintel
Series A in 2020
Slintel captures technographic-powered buying intent and helps companies uncover 3% of active buyers in their target market. It evaluates over 100 billion data points and analyzes factors such as buyer journeys, technology adoption patterns, and other digital footprints to deliver market & sales intelligence. Slintel's customers have access to the buying patterns and contact information of more than 17 million companies and 70 million decision-makers across the world. It was established in 2016 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Vivun
Series A in 2020
Vivun Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in presales pipeline management through its innovative platform. Established in 2018, Vivun provides tools designed to enhance technical sales processes, including opportunity management, competitive intelligence, and battle cards. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing customer relationship management systems, allowing organizations to improve forecast accuracy and identify new revenue opportunities. Notably, Vivun offers the world’s first AI Sales Engineer, which helps businesses scale technical expertise and optimize their operations. Prominent clients such as ADP, Coupa, and Docusign utilize Vivun's solutions to accelerate deal closures while reducing sales costs.
Scratchpad
Seed Round in 2020
Scratchpad, Inc. is a Sacramento-based company that develops a workspace application designed specifically for sales professionals. Founded in 2019 by Pouyan Salehi and Cyrus Karbassiyoon, Scratchpad allows users to manage their Salesforce accounts efficiently by integrating tools for note-taking, task management, and workflow processing. The application can be utilized as a Google Chrome plugin or a web platform, providing sales teams with a centralized interface to organize notes, track deals, and access customer context, including emails and calendar events. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance productivity and streamline sales performance. Scratchpad is supported by notable investors, including Accel, Craft Ventures, Sound Ventures, and Shrug Capital.
Split Software
Series C in 2020
Split Software, Inc. is a feature delivery platform that provides solutions to enhance software development for engineering teams. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with additional offices in Boston and Argentina, the company offers tools for feature release, customer targeting, and experience measurement. Its platform integrates the use of feature flags with data analytics, enabling teams to assess the impact of new features effectively. Split's solutions also support continuous delivery, quality and performance testing, and the migration to microservices, helping organizations like Twilio, Salesforce, and WePay to accelerate development cycles and reduce release risks. The company aims to foster a data-driven culture within engineering, project management, data science, and experimentation teams.
Delightree
Seed Round in 2020
Delightree is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2019, that specializes in developing a mobile application tailored for emerging franchise businesses. The platform enables franchisees to effectively manage the opening and operation of multiple locations, ensuring adherence to brand standards while streamlining processes. Delightree's offerings include task management, tracking features, and integration capabilities that facilitate the assignment and monitoring of tasks across employees and locations. The application enhances operational efficiency through automation, supports onboarding and training of teams, and fosters improved communication among staff. By providing these tools, Delightree aims to help franchises launch new locations more quickly and maintain consistent customer experiences, ultimately driving growth for franchise businesses.
CyCognito
Series B in 2020
CyCognito, founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in cyber security services with a focus on external cyber risk management. The company offers a cloud-based platform that conducts automated and continuous analysis of an organization's IT ecosystem, simulating the perspective of potential attackers. This approach enables organizations to identify vulnerabilities and prioritize remediation efforts effectively. By leveraging advanced machine learning and natural language processing, CyCognito provides organizations with insights into their security weaknesses, helping them understand their true risks and allocate resources efficiently. The platform aims to bridge cyber risk remediation across departments, enhancing overall security posture and reducing the likelihood of data breaches.
Privacera
Series A in 2020
Privacera, Inc. is a SaaS platform that specializes in data security and governance, enabling enterprises to discover, manage, and monitor sensitive data across various systems. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Privacera provides a comprehensive solution that automates the discovery and classification of sensitive data, employing artificial intelligence to catalog information across both cloud and on-premises environments. Its platform integrates with multiple cloud services, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, allowing organizations in sectors like finance, insurance, and retail to maintain regulatory compliance while sharing data securely. The system offers features such as centralized access management, data de-identification, and a user-friendly dashboard for monitoring access history and generating alerts for security and compliance teams. Privacera was previously known as Global Tenet, Inc. and rebranded in 2019.
Snorkel AI
Seed Round in 2020
Snorkel AI, Inc. is a company that develops a comprehensive machine-learning platform designed to facilitate the creation, management, and monitoring of AI applications. Its primary offering, Snorkel Flow, allows users to programmatically label and augment training data, manage and integrate various datasets, and deploy machine learning models, while also providing tools for data analysis and monitoring. The platform is particularly effective in extracting structured information from complex documents and forms, as well as ranking content based on relevance. Founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, Snorkel AI serves a diverse range of industries, including finance, government, telecommunications, insurance, healthcare, and e-commerce. The technology was developed at Stanford AI Lab and employs innovative methods such as weak supervision to enhance data preparation, thereby streamlining the AI development process for enterprises.
Clockwise
Series B in 2020
Clockwise Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for time management. Its flagship product, Clockwise, serves as a smart calendar assistant that connects to users' work calendars at the system level. The software learns individual preferences, such as typical working hours, time zones, and meeting tolerances, to create a more efficient scheduling experience. By analyzing schedules and work habits, Clockwise automatically coordinates meetings and identifies optimal times for focused work, ultimately enhancing productivity and reducing the stress associated with manual calendar management. Founded in 2016, the company aims to bring flexibility to modern workdays, enabling teams to balance collaborative efforts with personal focus time, thereby promoting well-being and preventing burnout.
Transcend
Series A in 2020
Transcend, Inc. specializes in data privacy infrastructure, providing companies with tools to manage customer personal data effectively. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, Transcend offers a suite of products that streamline the fulfillment of data subject requests, such as accessing and deleting personal information. Its main offerings include a Data Privacy Infrastructure that integrates with various data systems and vendors, a Consent Management solution that simplifies user consent processes, and a Privacy Center that empowers users to manage their privacy preferences. By automating these processes, Transcend enables businesses to comply with data privacy regulations while enhancing user control over personal data.
Couchbase
Series G in 2020
Couchbase, Inc. is a provider of NoSQL databases tailored for enterprises, particularly for web and mobile applications. The company offers a comprehensive Couchbase platform that includes Couchbase Server, a high-performance distributed database, Couchbase Lite, an embedded database for mobile devices, and Couchbase Sync Gateway, which synchronizes data between mobile devices and the cloud. Additionally, Couchbase provides a cloud-native autonomous database management platform through its Kubernetes Operator and a fully-managed Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) known as Couchbase Cloud. The platform is designed to handle massive data volumes in real time, making it suitable for industries such as social networking, online gaming, advertising, and e-commerce. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, Couchbase was founded in 2008 and rebranded from Membase, Inc. in 2011. The company focuses on empowering developers to create innovative and personalized customer experiences through its agile and scalable database solutions.
Bevy
Series B in 2020
Bevy is an enterprise-grade virtual conference and community events SaaS platform. It incorporates a variety of tools to plan, promote, and execute virtual conferences and community events. The platform is a flexible software solution that can be used to manage and host thousands of different types of virtual events. Built with enterprise-level analytics, integrations, and data security, the Bevy platform is used by a range of enterprise, consumer and education teams who want to host virtual events and turn them into thriving global communities. Featuring a deep permissions system and webcasting capabilities, community and field marketing teams can empower local brand advocates all over the world to build small local communities that collectively provide reach and scale. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
FalconX
Venture Round in 2020
FalconX, Ltd. is a cryptocurrency brokerage and digital asset trading platform founded in 2018 and based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in providing trading solutions for blockchain and fintech sectors, focusing on reliable execution for its clients. Utilizing data science and machine learning, FalconX's platform aims to eliminate slippage and hidden fees, enabling efficient access to cryptocurrency markets. It serves hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other institutional clients by facilitating mid-to-large size trades with smart routing across various liquidity sources for optimal pricing.
Instabug
Series A in 2020
Instabug, Inc. is a mobile observability platform that assists developers in enhancing the quality and performance of their applications. Founded in 2012 and initially known as AStarApps, the company is headquartered in Giza, Egypt, and has expanded its operations to California, United States. Instabug provides advanced tools for crash and bug reporting, application performance monitoring, and user feedback collection, enabling developers to identify and resolve issues effectively. The platform supports over 4 billion devices globally, offering real-time insights throughout the application lifecycle to help mobile teams deliver seamless user experiences and drive sustained growth. Through its AI-powered capabilities, Instabug aims to empower developers and enterprises to optimize their applications and enhance overall user satisfaction.
Miro
Series B in 2020
Miro is a visual collaboration platform that facilitates creativity and innovation among diverse teams. Established in 2011 and co-headquartered in San Francisco and Amsterdam, Miro provides an infinite canvas where users can conduct workshops, design products, and brainstorm ideas. The platform supports simultaneous collaboration, allowing professionals like managers, designers, and marketers to work together securely on a single digital whiteboard. Users can attach various file types, such as PDFs and videos, enhancing the collaborative experience. Miro serves over 50 million users globally, including nearly all Fortune 100 companies, and employs more than 1,500 people across 12 locations worldwide.
Vercel
Series A in 2020
Vercel Inc. is a cloud platform company that specializes in on-demand deployment and hosting services for frontend applications. Established in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, Vercel provides solutions for developing, previewing, and shipping Jamstack sites, enhancing the deployment process for developers. The platform integrates with popular version control systems, such as GitHub, Bitbucket, and GitLab, allowing for automatic project deployment from pull requests and merge requests. Vercel's infrastructure supports the hosting of static websites and serverless functions, optimizing performance through a content delivery network. Formerly known as ZEIT, Inc., the company rebranded to Vercel in April 2020, reflecting its focus on streamlining the development and deployment experience for frontend teams.
ForgeRock
Series E in 2020
ForgeRock, Inc. is a multinational software company specializing in digital identity management solutions. Established in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a range of products focused on identity management, access management, identity governance, and autonomous identity. Its ForgeRock Identity Platform serves as a digital identity system of record for organizations, enabling them to securely manage interactions with customers, employees, devices, and the Internet of Things while adhering to privacy regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA. ForgeRock caters to various industries, including financial services, retail, telecommunications, healthcare, and government, and has established a substantial customer base that includes notable brands and multiple governments. The company operates in several locations worldwide, including offices in Austin, Texas; Oslo, Norway; Munich, Germany; and several cities across the United Kingdom, Asia, and beyond. Its revenue model is predominantly subscription-based, which includes recurring revenue from term licenses, SaaS offerings, and maintenance and support services.
Aavenir
Seed Round in 2020
Aavenir Software Pvt. Ltd specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions for source-to-pay processes. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, with an office in San Francisco, California, Aavenir utilizes machine learning and natural language processing technologies to enhance procurement efficiency. Its platform automates invoice processing by extracting vital information such as invoice numbers and payment terms, while validating data against purchase orders and contract details to ensure accuracy. Aavenir's solutions aim to streamline procurement and contract lifecycle management, offering clients actionable insights based on historical data to optimize their processes.
Humio
Series B in 2020
Humio Limited develops a live observability platform that focuses on log management and event analysis. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in London, the company offers a solution that enables comprehensive data aggregation, exploration, reporting, and analysis from various sources. Humio's platform is designed for both cloud and on-premises deployment, allowing organizations to ingest large volumes of log data instantly. Its innovative, index-free architecture facilitates real-time exploration and investigation of data while maintaining low hardware and engineering resource requirements. Humio serves a diverse range of industries, including higher education, financial services, government, healthcare, transportation, and technology, providing cost-effective solutions for log management and analysis. The company also has offices in Aarhus, Denmark, San Francisco, California, and Seattle, Washington.
PharmaCCX
Series A in 2020
PharmaCCX, Inc. is a company that operates a market access platform designed to streamline the pricing and procurement of medicines for healthcare payers, thereby facilitating quicker patient access to necessary treatments. The platform primarily supports oncology pharmaceutical companies and various healthcare systems in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PharmaCCX also maintains offices in Stockholm, Sweden; San Mateo, California; and Zug, Switzerland. The company's software enhances the efficiency of market access teams within pharmaceutical companies and payers, enabling them to effectively plan, negotiate, and manage innovative payment models.
Netskope
Series G in 2020
Netskope, Inc. is a cloud application analytics and policy company that offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service platform aimed at securing data and users across various environments. Its primary offering, Netskope Security Cloud, provides visibility and real-time protection against threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. The platform employs a unique approach that allows for granular control of cloud application usage, enabling organizations to monitor user activities and secure sensitive information without the need for traditional restrictive measures. Additionally, Netskope operates NewEdge, a global security private cloud network that enhances security without compromising performance. The company also provides a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to manage cloud application use, along with a cloud-based web security solution designed to prevent malware and detect advanced threats. Serving a range of industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail, Netskope focuses on promoting good digital citizenship while supporting organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope has data centers across multiple countries to meet global security needs.
FitOn
Series A in 2020
FitOn Inc. is a fitness technology company based in Los Angeles, California, that offers an application designed for users to engage in live and on-demand workouts without the need for equipment. The FitOn app features a diverse range of classes, including yoga, Pilates, interval training, cardio, and dance, led by world-class trainers and celebrities. With over 12 million members who have collectively logged more than 1 billion workout minutes, FitOn promotes social interaction by allowing users to invite friends and communicate while exercising. Additionally, the company provides features such as calorie tracking, heart rate monitoring, and the ability to share progress and photos. FitOn Health, the company's enterprise service, collaborates with over 13,000 employers and major health plans in the U.S. to deliver specialized programs for individuals managing chronic health conditions. Incorporated in 2018, FitOn aims to empower users to maintain their fitness goals conveniently and effectively.
Sysdig
Series E in 2020
Sysdig, Inc. is a provider of cloud-native security and monitoring software, focusing on the needs of development and operations teams as well as security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sysdig offers a platform that includes a runtime threat detection engine and a variety of tools for monitoring containerized applications. The company's solutions enable real-time visibility and risk detection across cloud workloads, helping organizations identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and potential threats. With a combination of open-source and commercial offerings, along with a dedicated team of threat researchers, Sysdig empowers enterprises to navigate the complexities of modern cloud-native infrastructures while ensuring application performance, security, and compliance.
Zinier
Series C in 2020
Zinier Inc. develops a cloud-based platform and mobile application designed to enhance the efficiency of field service operations. The platform enables companies to create and manage customizable workflows for field agents, allowing for real-time tracking of key performance metrics and automating post-sales installation tasks. With a focus on integrating seamlessly with existing systems, Zinier provides a drag-and-drop interface that allows organizations to modify workflows rapidly and respond to changing needs. The company, incorporated in 2014 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, operates additional offices in several international locations, including Mexico City, São Paulo, Santiago, Singapore, Melbourne, Bengaluru, and Lisbon. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Zinier empowers enterprises to optimize their operations, solve problems swiftly, and maintain a flexible infrastructure that adapts to future challenges.
Airkit
Series A in 2020
Airkit, Inc. is a digital customer engagement platform that enables organizations to create and manage customer experiences efficiently. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Airkit's low-code platform allows sales, service, and operations teams to design customer journeys with ease. It provides prebuilt components and templates for web, mobile, voice, and chat interactions, facilitating the integration of customer data across various systems. The platform features tools for scheduling, information capture, location-aware workflows, and digital payment processing, all aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction and operational productivity. Additionally, Airkit offers built-in analytics to measure user engagement and optimize experiences, along with debugging tools for developers to test and refine applications before deployment.
Slintel
Seed Round in 2019
Slintel captures technographic-powered buying intent and helps companies uncover 3% of active buyers in their target market. It evaluates over 100 billion data points and analyzes factors such as buyer journeys, technology adoption patterns, and other digital footprints to deliver market & sales intelligence. Slintel's customers have access to the buying patterns and contact information of more than 17 million companies and 70 million decision-makers across the world. It was established in 2016 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Styra
Series A in 2019
Styra, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a cloud-native authorization platform that enables organizations to enforce and monitor authorization policies across their applications and infrastructure. The Styra platform utilizes an Open Policy Agent to provide a comprehensive solution for managing security and compliance risks. Its features include context-based admission control, policy design and validation, policy distribution, and monitoring and auditing capabilities. By implementing authorization policy-as-code, Styra allows businesses to pre-validate policy changes, thereby mitigating risks before deployment. The platform also supports a range of environments, including multi-cloud, microservices, containers, and databases, ensuring that security policies can be defined and enforced consistently across various namespaces and clusters.
Deserve
Series C in 2019
Deserve, Inc. is a financial services company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in providing credit cards and other financial products tailored for international students in the United States. Founded in 2012 and originally known as Tremus, Inc., the company leverages machine learning and alternative data to assess creditworthiness, allowing individuals without a traditional credit history to access fair credit products. Deserve utilizes various predictive attributes, such as education and future employability, to evaluate a student's ability to repay. Additionally, the company operates a mobile-first, cloud-native platform, enabling partnerships with financial institutions, fintechs, lenders, and merchant co-brands to enhance the customer experience.
Invoca
Series E in 2019
Invoca, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in AI-powered call tracking and analytics, focusing on enhancing marketing and sales through actionable insights from customer conversations. Its platform provides tools for measuring and optimizing inbound calls, allowing marketers to achieve detailed campaign attribution and understand caller intent. The company offers a suite of call intelligence solutions, including voice analytics, a real-time engagement engine, and integrations with major marketing and sales applications. Invoca's products, such as the voice marketing cloud and machine learning algorithms, empower businesses to enhance their customer interactions and drive revenue growth. The company serves a wide range of sectors, including consumer and business-to-business markets, and has established partnerships with prominent brands such as AutoNation and Verizon. Founded in 2007 and based in Santa Barbara, California, Invoca has expanded its presence with additional offices in San Francisco and Denver.
Corelight
Series C in 2019
Corelight, Inc. provides network visibility solutions tailored for information security professionals, focusing on network traffic analysis to combat cyber threats. The company offers a suite of products, including Corelight sensors and a fleet manager, built upon the open-source Bro framework, which delivers actionable, real-time data to enhance cybersecurity efforts. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Corelight serves enterprises, government agencies, and higher education institutions, enabling them to gain deep insights into network traffic and effectively detect and respond to cyberattacks. The company also maintains additional offices in Santa Clara, California, and Columbus, Ohio.
Checkr
Series D in 2019
Checkr, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the background check industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Checkr offers a range of screening services, including criminal record checks, driving checks, and identity verification. The company utilizes advanced technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, to deliver faster and more efficient background checks compared to traditional providers. Its platform not only enhances hiring transparency and fairness but also assists businesses in complying with regulations and improving operational efficiency. Checkr serves various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, retail, and technology, providing solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the workforce.
Middesk
Seed Round in 2019
Middesk, Inc. is an identity platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company offers automated business verification services and provides essential contextual information about various businesses. Its platform allows organizations to capture, verify, and monitor business credentials effectively, facilitating compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Additionally, Middesk notifies service providers of changes within their customer base, enabling them to maintain an accurate understanding of their clients and better address their needs. By centralizing the credentialing process, Middesk helps companies streamline onboarding and enhance operational efficiency while managing risk and compliance.
Chargebee
Series D in 2019
Chargebee Inc. offers subscription management and recurring billing solutions tailored for businesses across various sectors, including SaaS and eCommerce. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Walnut, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Chennai, Chargebee provides a platform that automates billing, invoicing, and payment collection while enhancing customer communication through transactional emails. Its services include tools for sales and marketing teams to execute promotions, as well as support for addressing billing inquiries. Additionally, the company features the RevenueStory analytics platform, which aids organizations in making informed decisions regarding subscription-based revenue. Chargebee is recognized for its flexibility and has established itself as a reliable partner for businesses looking to optimize their billing practices and manage customer subscriptions effectively.
Ethos Life
Series C in 2019
Ethos Life is an insurance company that provides modern and ethical life insurance to protect life. They’re building ground-breaking software for life insurance (a $650 billion market) and the company's mission is to make protecting your family affordable, accessible, and instant. It also employs a human approach in delivering its services. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America (LGA), a large U.S. life insurance provider since 1836. They use technology to learn about what makes you unique so that they can find new and truly personal ways to cover you. Ethos was founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.
CasaOne
Series B in 2019
CasaOne is an online furniture store that provides a wide range of quality furniture, decor, and home goods for both businesses and homeowners. The company offers a user-friendly platform where customers can conveniently place orders for various types of furniture, which are then delivered directly to their doorstep. In addition to sales, CasaOne also offers rental options in key markets such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and New York, catering to both residential and commercial clients. With free shipping available across the continental United States, CasaOne aims to simplify the process of furnishing homes and offices.
Ampool
Venture Round in 2019
Ampool, Inc. specializes in developing an advanced in-memory platform that enhances analytic capabilities by integrating streaming and historical data. The company offers the Ampool Enterprise, which enables users to effectively store, manage, and analyze data in real-time, facilitating streaming analytics, batch processing, and machine learning. Ampool’s technology serves various sectors, including finance, telecommunications, retail, media, and IoT analytics. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, Ampool aims to streamline real-time data-intensive applications through a distributed, memory-centric active data store. This platform supports multiple analytical processes, including stream ingestion, batch processing, and interactive queries, all within a unified architecture powered by Apache Geode™. By providing a cloud-native analytics engine with a focus on low overhead and rapid performance, Ampool enhances business intelligence capabilities while minimizing security risks.
Webflow
Series A in 2019
Webflow, Inc. is a web development platform founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California. It enables users, particularly professional designers and developers, to create and update custom, dynamic websites through a visual interface. The platform includes a range of features such as a drag-and-drop tool for building responsive websites, content management system (CMS) capabilities, e-commerce functionality, and hosting services. Webflow allows users to design, build, and launch websites without needing to write code, while also ensuring that the generated code is clean and semantic. This comprehensive approach empowers clients to develop websites that function seamlessly across various devices and to push them to live production independently.
Scale AI
Series C in 2019
Scale AI, Inc. develops a data platform that specializes in providing training and validation data for artificial intelligence applications. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers various annotation platforms, including Scale 3D Sensor Fusion for 3D sensor data, Scale Image for images, Scale Video for videos, Scale Text for text annotation, and Scale Document for intelligent document processing. These products facilitate a range of tasks such as content moderation, transcription, and data comparison across multiple sectors, including autonomous vehicles, e-commerce, conversational AI, and robotics. By enabling companies to focus on building advanced AI models rather than labeling data, Scale AI supports clients in accelerating the development of their artificial intelligence applications.
MindTickle
Series C in 2019
MindTickle is a privately-held company that provides a data-driven sales readiness platform aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of customer-facing teams. With its headquarters in San Francisco and Pune, the platform is utilized by sales teams across various industries to address knowledge and skill gaps through automated training paths, adaptive learning, and virtual coaching tools. MindTickle's solution incorporates gamification and role-play elements, facilitating on-demand training and mobile updates. This comprehensive approach helps organizations assess and certify the readiness of their sales representatives, leading to improved deal sizes, higher win rates, and shorter sales cycles. Investors in MindTickle include Accel, Canaan, NEA, NewView Capital, Norwest Venture Partners, and Softbank.
Drip Capital
Series B in 2019
Drip Capital Inc. is a financial technology company that specializes in providing credit solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in cross-border trade, particularly in developing markets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Mumbai, India, Drip Capital offers a range of trade financing products, including invoice factoring, export finance, and receivables factoring. The company's innovative platform employs an automated risk assessment model, allowing SMEs to access working capital quickly and with minimal paperwork. By leveraging multiple data sources for transaction underwriting, Drip Capital aims to simplify the borrowing process, enabling businesses to obtain collateral-free loans and lines of credit to manage their inventory and fulfill purchase orders effectively. The company is supported by a team of professionals with backgrounds from prestigious institutions and has garnered backing from notable Silicon Valley investors.
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