Cervin Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in early-stage investments, particularly in the B2B technology sector. Founded in 2008, the firm focuses on seed and pre-Series A funding, primarily targeting enterprise software, cloud computing, and infrastructure tools. Cervin Ventures seeks to partner with disciplined entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions for rapidly growing markets. The firm typically invests between $2 million and $5 million in its portfolio companies, with a selective approach to limit investments to around 10-12 companies per fund cycle. With a strong emphasis on capital efficiency, Cervin Ventures aims to support founders in building enduring companies while avoiding short-lived trends. The firm has a successful track record, having invested in over 50 companies, including notable exits. Managing Director Preetish Nijhawan brings extensive experience, having co-founded Akamai Technologies, to guide the firm’s investment strategy.
Stream Security provides real-time cloud threat and exposure detection solutions, helping SecOps teams manage security in cloud environments. The Stream Security platform empowers SecOps teams with unmatched visibility, enabling them to identify vulnerabilities and threats by comprehending the past, present, and future of their cloud infrastructure. The AI-powered platform assists in determining attack paths and blast radius across all cloud infrastructure components, helping to eliminate gaps, accelerate MTTR through streamlined investigations, reduce knowledge gaps, maximize team productivity, and mitigate burnout.
Remi
Series A in 2024
We find roofers more roofs, and homeowners the right roofer. There are over 80 million homes in the US, and eventually, every one of them will need a new roof. We're modernizing the reroofing industry and fixing the broken bidding system by creating a marketplace that allows contractors to focus on what they do best—getting a repaired roof over homeowners' heads quickly. With instant quotes, guaranteed quality, and fast timelines, we’re good for both homeowners and contractors, and that’s good for business.
Bolster AI
Series B in 2024
Bolster AI protects against phishing and scams across multiple channels, such as the open web, social media, app stores, and even the dark web. Bolster protects companies of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500s. With a patented detection engine built for speed, scale, and accuracy, Bolster identifies online records, apps, and accounts infringing on your brand in milliseconds and automates their takedown with Large Language Models (LLMs) for instant response and reducing the need for manual review by over 80% RedMarlin’s team has more than 40 years of combined cybersecurity experience from industry-leading companies including Cisco, Symantec, and McAfee. Founded in 2017 and based in Los Altos, California,
Anvilogic
Series C in 2024
Anvilogic, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a detection automation platform designed to enhance automated threat detection and modernize security operations. Anvilogic's offerings include a modular detection engine, a collection of curated threat scenarios, and an AI security copilot, all of which help security teams improve detection coverage and reduce costs. The platform allows organizations to maintain their existing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems while integrating a scalable and cost-effective data lake for high-volume data sources. This approach minimizes the need for extensive changes in existing processes, enabling security operations teams in various sectors, including banking and technology, to effectively accelerate the identification and triage of threats.
Hegel AI
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Hegel AI's platform, Prom, allows for experimenting with prompts, fine-tuned models, and retrieval-augmented generating systems.
Peerlogic
Seed Round in 2024
Peerlogic is a conversational intelligence platform specifically designed for dental offices, focusing on voice-based call analytics. The platform analyzes interactions between dental practices and patients, providing detailed insights that help identify trends, predict revenue outcomes, and establish best practices. By optimizing call flow and tracking front office performance, Peerlogic enables dental practices to enhance efficiencies and capitalize on missed opportunities. The actionable intelligence derived from the analytics empowers practice owners to understand the factors influencing their success, allowing them to make informed adjustments to their business strategies and objectives. Ultimately, Peerlogic aims to improve the financial performance of dental practices by facilitating better appointment scheduling and operational efficiencies.
Kapital
Series B in 2023
Kapital provides a fintech solution designed to assist small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), freelancers, and startups in managing their financial processes more effectively. The company's platform enables clients to gain visibility and control over their treasury, allowing them to manage income, expenses, corporate spending, payroll distribution, and payments to suppliers from a single interface. By offering a suite of digital financial services, Kapital aims to simplify financial management and enhance access to financing, ultimately promoting growth and financial inclusion for its clients.
ArmorCode
Series B in 2023
ArmorCode is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2020. It provides an AppSecOps platform aimed at simplifying application security and reducing application exposure and risk. The platform offers comprehensive features for application security posture, vulnerability and compliance management, and DevSecOps automation. By integrating with the broader security ecosystem, ArmorCode's solution helps organizations de-duplicate, correlate, and orchestrate security findings, ultimately enhancing their protection against third-party attacks. The company aims to deliver significant improvements in application security efficiency, achieving a tenfold increase in AppSec force multiplier impact for various prominent enterprises.
Vendelux
Series A in 2023
Vendelux offers an AI-powered event intelligence platform that assists marketers in making informed decisions regarding event attendance, sponsorship, and hosting. By integrating customer relationship management (CRM) data with a proprietary database of over 30,000 events, the platform allows users to identify prospects, customers, and competitors at various events. This capability enables companies to enhance their engagement strategies and optimize the impact of their event participation. Additionally, Vendelux's platform helps marketers discover the most relevant events for their target audience and track competitor activities, ultimately aiming to maximize return on investment in event marketing efforts.
Conveyor
Series A in 2023
Conveyor is a leading platform that utilizes generative AI to streamline and automate customer security reviews, addressing a significant pain point in the sales process. By providing an end-to-end solution that includes a customer-facing trust portal, a GPT-powered tool for responding to questionnaires, and a comprehensive service for questionnaire completion, Conveyor enables vendors to enhance trust with their customers. This innovative approach significantly reduces the time spent on the tedious task of sharing security information and answering security questionnaires by over 90%. Trusted by top SaaS companies, Conveyor aims to simplify the security review process, allowing information security teams to focus on more strategic tasks.
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.
Causely
Seed Round in 2023
Causely is a causal AI platform that enables self-managed, resilient applications by bridging observability with automated orchestration. Causely removes the need for human troubleshooting by capturing causality in software.
FireCompass
Series A in 2023
FireCompass is an innovative software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform focused on Continuous Automated Red Teaming and Attack Surface Management. It continuously indexes and monitors the deep, dark, and surface web to create a comprehensive map of an organization's digital attack surface, including identifying Shadow IT vulnerabilities. The platform performs safe, multi-stage simulated attacks to reveal potential attack paths before malicious actors can exploit them. By integrating various security functionalities, FireCompass reduces the need for multiple security tools and minimizes manual effort. The platform is utilized by leading companies across various sectors, including telecommunications, information technology, and financial services, enhancing their ability to protect against cybersecurity threats such as phishing and misconfigured systems.
ArmorCode
Series A in 2022
ArmorCode is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2020. It provides an AppSecOps platform aimed at simplifying application security and reducing application exposure and risk. The platform offers comprehensive features for application security posture, vulnerability and compliance management, and DevSecOps automation. By integrating with the broader security ecosystem, ArmorCode's solution helps organizations de-duplicate, correlate, and orchestrate security findings, ultimately enhancing their protection against third-party attacks. The company aims to deliver significant improvements in application security efficiency, achieving a tenfold increase in AppSec force multiplier impact for various prominent enterprises.
Bolster AI
Series A in 2022
Bolster AI protects against phishing and scams across multiple channels, such as the open web, social media, app stores, and even the dark web. Bolster protects companies of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500s. With a patented detection engine built for speed, scale, and accuracy, Bolster identifies online records, apps, and accounts infringing on your brand in milliseconds and automates their takedown with Large Language Models (LLMs) for instant response and reducing the need for manual review by over 80% RedMarlin’s team has more than 40 years of combined cybersecurity experience from industry-leading companies including Cisco, Symantec, and McAfee. Founded in 2017 and based in Los Altos, California,
Ratio
Venture Round in 2022
Ratio is a fintech platform that provides customers with flexible payment options, simplifying the procurement process. Ratio provides buy now, pay later services that integrate payments, predictive pricing, analytics, and finance, allowing B2B SaaS companies and other recurring revenue businesses to increase sales while gaining access to the value of new contracts. Ratio allows businesses to leverage their recurring revenue streams to unlock new non-dilutive capital.
Anvilogic
Series B in 2022
Anvilogic, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a detection automation platform designed to enhance automated threat detection and modernize security operations. Anvilogic's offerings include a modular detection engine, a collection of curated threat scenarios, and an AI security copilot, all of which help security teams improve detection coverage and reduce costs. The platform allows organizations to maintain their existing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems while integrating a scalable and cost-effective data lake for high-volume data sources. This approach minimizes the need for extensive changes in existing processes, enabling security operations teams in various sectors, including banking and technology, to effectively accelerate the identification and triage of threats.
Arkestro
Series A in 2022
Arkestro is a provider of predictive procurement software that enables businesses to enhance savings and improve supply chain performance by integrating preferred outcomes into their processes. The cloud-based platform utilizes artificial intelligence to automate negotiations, facilitating faster decision-making and real-time collaboration. By leveraging instant forecasts, Arkestro allows organizations to achieve savings more efficiently, often 2–5 times faster than traditional methods. This software not only optimizes procurement strategies but also increases vendor participation, helping businesses secure significant savings on managed services and raw materials.
Airgap
Series A in 2022
Airgap specializes in cybersecurity, offering a zero-trust isolation platform that effectively protects organizations from ransomware threats, even in the event of a perimeter breach or the presence of unpatched vulnerable servers. The platform allows for rapid deployment in minutes, without requiring agents, APIs, or significant infrastructure changes, making it accessible for enterprises seeking to enhance their network security. Additionally, Airgap features a "Ransomware Kill Switch," which serves as a robust response mechanism for IT teams facing ransomware incidents. Founded by seasoned cybersecurity professionals, the company has gained the trust of large enterprises and service providers, positioning itself as a vital solution in the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats.
Celona
Series C in 2022
Celona, Inc. is a technology company that develops a cloud-based networking platform aimed at integrating 5G and enterprise infrastructure. Founded in 2019 and based in Cupertino, California, Celona focuses on simplifying the deployment of LTE and 5G wireless technologies in enterprises by leveraging the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum. The company's solutions utilize artificial intelligence to automate and streamline the integration of cellular wireless systems with existing enterprise IT networks, thereby addressing the complexities associated with managing multiple disparate products. Celona's technology combines elements of 5G radio, edge computing, and machine learning, enabling organizations to enhance their connectivity and accelerate their digital transformation efforts. The founding team has extensive experience from leading companies like Qualcomm, Aruba, and Cisco, contributing to a robust understanding of both hardware and cloud-based solutions.
Stream Security
Series A in 2022
Stream Security provides real-time cloud threat and exposure detection solutions, helping SecOps teams manage security in cloud environments. The Stream Security platform empowers SecOps teams with unmatched visibility, enabling them to identify vulnerabilities and threats by comprehending the past, present, and future of their cloud infrastructure. The AI-powered platform assists in determining attack paths and blast radius across all cloud infrastructure components, helping to eliminate gaps, accelerate MTTR through streamlined investigations, reduce knowledge gaps, maximize team productivity, and mitigate burnout.
ArmorCode
Seed Round in 2022
ArmorCode is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2020. It provides an AppSecOps platform aimed at simplifying application security and reducing application exposure and risk. The platform offers comprehensive features for application security posture, vulnerability and compliance management, and DevSecOps automation. By integrating with the broader security ecosystem, ArmorCode's solution helps organizations de-duplicate, correlate, and orchestrate security findings, ultimately enhancing their protection against third-party attacks. The company aims to deliver significant improvements in application security efficiency, achieving a tenfold increase in AppSec force multiplier impact for various prominent enterprises.
Zight
Series A in 2022
Zight is a visual communication tool that simplifies and enhances information sharing within organizations. With a growing community of over 4 million users, Zight allows for the easy creation and sharing of screenshots, GIFs, and screen recordings, all in one platform. This tool facilitates both internal and external communication, helping teams collaborate more effectively and reducing the time spent in meetings. By enabling visual asynchronous communication, Zight aims to minimize misunderstandings and productivity losses associated with traditional communication methods. Its user-friendly design makes it a valuable resource for businesses looking to improve collaboration across multifunctional teams.
Blink Technologies
Series A in 2021
Blink Technologies is developing a robust, non-intrusive passive, eye-tracking technology without the need for special dedicated hardware. Their non-invasive, AI-based Software Solution can be deployed with any Camera technology on the market today. The proprietary solution integrates with any OS and can run locally (edge-based) or remotely (cloud-based). Blink Technologies was founded in 2018 and is based in Palo Alto, California, United States.
Folloze
Series A in 2021
Folloze, Inc. is a provider of an account-based marketing sales platform designed to facilitate collaboration between marketing and sales teams. The Folloze platform empowers users to create personalized, account-specific experiences by automating content campaigns and providing actionable insights through behavioral alerts. It allows sales personnel to tailor content boards that can be customized for individual accounts, leveraging various media types such as videos and documents. Users can engage prospects through interactive calls-to-action and track content performance based on visitor interactions. The platform integrates with popular analytics tools and existing sales processes, including Salesforce, enabling seamless data synchronization and enhanced follow-up strategies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Foster City, California, Folloze also has an office in Denver, Colorado, and a development center in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company has successfully supported leading B2B brands in delivering engaging customer experiences throughout the buyer journey, significantly contributing to their sales growth.
ThirdAI
Seed Round in 2021
Hardware-free scalable and sustainable AI. We are democratizing Artificial Intelligence through software innovations. UNIQUE APPROACH. ThirdAI accelerator builds hash-based processing algorithms for training and inference with neural networks. The technology is a result of 10 years of innovation in finding efficient (beyond tensor) mathematics for deep learning. Our algorithmic innovation has demonstrated how we can make Commodity x86 CPUs 15x or faster than most potent NVIDIA GPUs for training large neural networks. The demonstration has shaken the common knowledge prevailing in the AI community that specialized processors like GPUs are significantly superior to CPUs for training neural networks. Several media outlets echo our technological superiority: IEEE Spectrum describes, "What they report is stunning." Investorplace considers the algorithm one of the biggest threats to NVIDIA Stock (a $500 billion company). Engadget calls it a "Completely different approach to Deep Learning". A quote from WCCFTech says, "If an implementation of this algorithm is mainstreamed it would almost instantly disrupt the dynamics of the deep learning ecosystem. Valuations of companies could change overnight." Our innovation would not only benefit current AI training by shifting to lower-cost CPUs, but it should also allow the “unlocking” of AI training workloads on GPUs that were not previously feasible.
Anvilogic
Series A in 2021
Anvilogic, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a detection automation platform designed to enhance automated threat detection and modernize security operations. Anvilogic's offerings include a modular detection engine, a collection of curated threat scenarios, and an AI security copilot, all of which help security teams improve detection coverage and reduce costs. The platform allows organizations to maintain their existing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems while integrating a scalable and cost-effective data lake for high-volume data sources. This approach minimizes the need for extensive changes in existing processes, enabling security operations teams in various sectors, including banking and technology, to effectively accelerate the identification and triage of threats.
Slapdash
Seed Round in 2021
Slapdash is a company that transforms the way users interact with cloud applications by streamlining access and enhancing productivity. Its primary offering is a single interface tool that consolidates various SaaS applications, allowing users to search, organize, and launch files efficiently, similar to traditional desktop environments. The Slapdash Command Bar serves as a central hub for executing daily tasks—such as locating documents, joining meetings, and managing leads—significantly faster than conventional methods. By enabling employees to work across multiple cloud applications seamlessly, Slapdash aims to improve workflow speed and efficiency in modern workplaces.
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.
AiFi
Funding Round in 2020
AiFi Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for retail. Founded in 2016, AiFi has developed a cashier-free software platform that utilizes sensor and camera networks to track shoppers as they navigate stores, fill their carts, and complete purchases seamlessly. This technology allows retailers to gather valuable data on inventory management and consumer shopping behaviors. The platform's flexibility enables it to adapt to various store formats without requiring additional shelf sensors, supporting different shopping experiences through app-based, credit card, or hybrid entry methods. AiFi has established partnerships with retailers worldwide, including major brands such as ALDI South Group, Carrefour, and Morrisons, and it operates the largest number of computer vision-powered autonomous stores globally. The company has secured $80 million in funding from notable investors, positioning it as a leader in the field of autonomous shopping solutions.
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.
Zycada
Series B in 2020
Zycada specializes in enhancing eCommerce performance by accelerating the delivery of dynamic content, enabling retailers to meet the high expectations of online shoppers for speed and personalization. The company's platform addresses challenges related to network performance, such as congestion and data packet loss, allowing retailers to adapt in real-time to changing network conditions. By utilizing Zycada's technology, businesses can personalize shopping experiences without requiring code changes, ultimately leading to higher user engagement and increased revenue. Clients that implement Zycada's solutions have reported revenue gains of over 5%.
WEVO
Angel Round in 2020
Wevo, Inc. is a marketing technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that provides a user experience research platform designed to optimize digital experiences before they go live. Founded in 2016, Wevo leverages artificial intelligence and crowdsourcing to deliver statistically significant insights for digital marketers. The platform helps identify why visitors are not converting, compares potential page performance, and offers actionable recommendations to enhance conversion rates. By synthesizing quantitative and qualitative insights, Wevo enables research, product, and marketing teams to make informed decisions with confidence, thereby reducing risks associated with their strategies. The company has also been recognized for its innovative approach, having received multiple patents for its technology.
Celona
Series B in 2020
Celona, Inc. is a technology company that develops a cloud-based networking platform aimed at integrating 5G and enterprise infrastructure. Founded in 2019 and based in Cupertino, California, Celona focuses on simplifying the deployment of LTE and 5G wireless technologies in enterprises by leveraging the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum. The company's solutions utilize artificial intelligence to automate and streamline the integration of cellular wireless systems with existing enterprise IT networks, thereby addressing the complexities associated with managing multiple disparate products. Celona's technology combines elements of 5G radio, edge computing, and machine learning, enabling organizations to enhance their connectivity and accelerate their digital transformation efforts. The founding team has extensive experience from leading companies like Qualcomm, Aruba, and Cisco, contributing to a robust understanding of both hardware and cloud-based solutions.
Paystand
Series B in 2020
Paystand, Inc. operates an electronic payment portal designed to facilitate online payments for businesses and enable the setup of storefronts on websites and social media platforms. Founded in 2013 and based in Scotts Valley, California, the company aims to create a more open financial system, particularly in the realm of B2B payments. By leveraging blockchain and cloud technology, Paystand has developed a Payments-as-a-Service model that digitizes and automates the entire cash lifecycle. This software allows businesses to digitize receivables, automate processing, reduce time-to-cash, eliminate transaction fees, and create new revenue opportunities.
Folloze
Series B in 2019
Folloze, Inc. is a provider of an account-based marketing sales platform designed to facilitate collaboration between marketing and sales teams. The Folloze platform empowers users to create personalized, account-specific experiences by automating content campaigns and providing actionable insights through behavioral alerts. It allows sales personnel to tailor content boards that can be customized for individual accounts, leveraging various media types such as videos and documents. Users can engage prospects through interactive calls-to-action and track content performance based on visitor interactions. The platform integrates with popular analytics tools and existing sales processes, including Salesforce, enabling seamless data synchronization and enhanced follow-up strategies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Foster City, California, Folloze also has an office in Denver, Colorado, and a development center in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company has successfully supported leading B2B brands in delivering engaging customer experiences throughout the buyer journey, significantly contributing to their sales growth.
Celona
Series A in 2019
Celona, Inc. is a technology company that develops a cloud-based networking platform aimed at integrating 5G and enterprise infrastructure. Founded in 2019 and based in Cupertino, California, Celona focuses on simplifying the deployment of LTE and 5G wireless technologies in enterprises by leveraging the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum. The company's solutions utilize artificial intelligence to automate and streamline the integration of cellular wireless systems with existing enterprise IT networks, thereby addressing the complexities associated with managing multiple disparate products. Celona's technology combines elements of 5G radio, edge computing, and machine learning, enabling organizations to enhance their connectivity and accelerate their digital transformation efforts. The founding team has extensive experience from leading companies like Qualcomm, Aruba, and Cisco, contributing to a robust understanding of both hardware and cloud-based solutions.
AllyO
Series B in 2019
AllyO is a leading provider of AI-powered solutions for human resources, specializing in automating talent acquisition and management. The company collaborates with a significant portion of Fortune 50 companies to enhance HR communication and streamline processes, reducing administrative burdens and inefficiencies. AllyO's innovative platform features AI-driven chatbots that facilitate various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement. This technology allows employers to automate tasks such as screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and conducting exit interviews, which improves efficiency and employee satisfaction. The platform also supports multiple communication channels, including text messaging and email, resulting in high conversation completion and talent satisfaction rates. AllyO's services are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing HR systems, ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations. With substantial backing from top-tier investors, the company has experienced significant growth and is committed to transforming the HR landscape through intelligent automation.
Zight
Seed Round in 2019
Zight is a visual communication tool that simplifies and enhances information sharing within organizations. With a growing community of over 4 million users, Zight allows for the easy creation and sharing of screenshots, GIFs, and screen recordings, all in one platform. This tool facilitates both internal and external communication, helping teams collaborate more effectively and reducing the time spent in meetings. By enabling visual asynchronous communication, Zight aims to minimize misunderstandings and productivity losses associated with traditional communication methods. Its user-friendly design makes it a valuable resource for businesses looking to improve collaboration across multifunctional teams.
Bungee Tech
Seed Round in 2019
Bungee Tech Corporation, founded in 2017 and located in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in geolocation data mining software aimed at enhancing the performance of e-commerce businesses, particularly in retail, airlines, and hospitality. The company's software employs artificial intelligence and advanced machine learning to gather and analyze publicly available data on competitors, providing clients with real-time insights on pricing, promotions, and product availability. This comprehensive approach not only helps businesses optimize their market strategies but also uncovers new opportunities for product assortments. By integrating its own analytics with verified partner data from trusted sources, Bungee Tech delivers a holistic view of the competitive landscape, enabling clients to innovate rapidly and add value to their offerings. The company is supported by investors from Silicon Valley, including NextGen Venture Partners and Cervin Ventures.
Arkestro
Seed Round in 2019
Arkestro is a provider of predictive procurement software that enables businesses to enhance savings and improve supply chain performance by integrating preferred outcomes into their processes. The cloud-based platform utilizes artificial intelligence to automate negotiations, facilitating faster decision-making and real-time collaboration. By leveraging instant forecasts, Arkestro allows organizations to achieve savings more efficiently, often 2–5 times faster than traditional methods. This software not only optimizes procurement strategies but also increases vendor participation, helping businesses secure significant savings on managed services and raw materials.
AiFi
Series A in 2019
AiFi Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for retail. Founded in 2016, AiFi has developed a cashier-free software platform that utilizes sensor and camera networks to track shoppers as they navigate stores, fill their carts, and complete purchases seamlessly. This technology allows retailers to gather valuable data on inventory management and consumer shopping behaviors. The platform's flexibility enables it to adapt to various store formats without requiring additional shelf sensors, supporting different shopping experiences through app-based, credit card, or hybrid entry methods. AiFi has established partnerships with retailers worldwide, including major brands such as ALDI South Group, Carrefour, and Morrisons, and it operates the largest number of computer vision-powered autonomous stores globally. The company has secured $80 million in funding from notable investors, positioning it as a leader in the field of autonomous shopping solutions.
EdCast
Series C in 2018
EdCast Inc. is a technology company that operates an artificial intelligence-powered knowledge cloud platform designed to enhance personalized learning and knowledge management within enterprises. The company's main offerings include the EdCast Learning Experience Platform (LXP) and the MyGuide Digital Adoption Platform, which together facilitate employee development by providing tailored learning experiences and automating repetitive tasks. EdCast serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, healthcare, hospitality, and technology, helping organizations improve workforce engagement and productivity through effective onboarding, upskilling, and knowledge sharing. The platform aggregates content from various sources, ensuring users receive relevant and contextual information, thus supporting a culture of continuous learning and career mobility. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, EdCast has garnered recognition as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum and supports a wide array of clients, from large multinational corporations to small businesses.
Ampool
Seed Round in 2018
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.
ClientSuccess
Seed Round in 2018
ClientSuccess, Inc. is a company that specializes in customer success management software tailored for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) businesses globally. Founded in 2014 and based in American Fork, Utah, ClientSuccess offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance post-sales customer relationships and drive retention and growth. Key features include SuccessScore, which assesses overall customer health, and SuccessCycle, a tool that helps define and measure success throughout the customer lifecycle. The platform also includes solutions for customer engagement, subscription management, and analytics, enabling teams to track customer interactions and identify opportunities for expansion. Additionally, the Support View application integrates with existing customer support systems to ensure prompt assistance for customers, while customizable scorecards allow users to monitor strategic goals. ClientSuccess provides a holistic approach to customer management, equipping organizations with the insights and tools needed to foster a culture of success and improve customer relationships.
Bedrock Analytics
Venture Round in 2018
Bedrock Analytics Corporation is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based analytics and visualization platform tailored for the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Oakland, California, the company transforms syndicated and retail data from sources such as Nielsen and IRI into actionable insights for sales and marketing teams. Bedrock's platform enables these teams to create dynamic selling narratives that enhance product sales, improve customer retention, and optimize category performance. By leveraging machine learning, the platform delivers faster and more intelligent recommendations, allowing users to focus on strategic growth rather than time-consuming data manipulation. Bedrock serves a diverse clientele, ranging from small natural food brands to large multinational corporations, positioning itself as a high-growth venture-backed entity in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Akridata
Venture Round in 2018
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.
Reveel Technologies
Convertible Note in 2018
Join the media REVEELution! Reveel is the first company to allow audiences to view an interactive media experience from print, digital, video and broadcast media on any browser – without downloading an app or producing additional creative. Reveel's patent pending cloud-based platform allows brands, agencies and media outlets to increase audience engagement and revenue by seizing the moment of interest and converting it into measurable action. Consumers go to Reveel.it on their mobile browser and snap a photo of print or broadcast media or click on digital media displayed on websites or online video to explore, learn and buy. Anyone can create a custom Reveel landing page online in minutes, then publish it across media channels so it can be viewed on mobile and desktop devices.
StackShare
Series A in 2018
StackShare, Inc. operates a cloud-based discovery platform that assists developers and engineers in finding and comparing software development tools and cloud infrastructure services. Founded in 2013 and based in San Jose, California, StackShare allows users to explore a wide range of technological solutions, including application hosting, data management, DevOps tools, and business support resources. The platform fosters a community where developers, engineers, and technology leaders can share recommendations, reviews, and insights about the tools they use, helping others navigate the complex landscape of software options. By providing transparency and community-driven feedback, StackShare aims to simplify the decision-making process for organizations of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. The company was previously known as Leanstack, Inc. before rebranding in March 2015.
Punchh
Series B in 2018
Punchh Inc. provides a mobile loyalty and engagement platform designed to enhance customer relationships for the restaurant industry. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers a suite of solutions that includes branded mobile applications for loyalty programs, referral incentives, online ordering, and payment processing. By integrating its platform with existing point-of-sale systems and various social networks, Punchh enables restaurants to gather insights into customer behavior and preferences. Its technology employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to create personalized customer experiences, allowing brands to engage effectively and increase customer lifetime value. With a client base that includes nearly 200 global enterprise brands, Punchh operates not only in the United States but also has a presence in Canada, India, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, facilitating a comprehensive approach to customer retention and remarketing across multiple channels.
Zight
Venture Round in 2017
Zight is a visual communication tool that simplifies and enhances information sharing within organizations. With a growing community of over 4 million users, Zight allows for the easy creation and sharing of screenshots, GIFs, and screen recordings, all in one platform. This tool facilitates both internal and external communication, helping teams collaborate more effectively and reducing the time spent in meetings. By enabling visual asynchronous communication, Zight aims to minimize misunderstandings and productivity losses associated with traditional communication methods. Its user-friendly design makes it a valuable resource for businesses looking to improve collaboration across multifunctional teams.
AllyO
Series A in 2017
AllyO is a leading provider of AI-powered solutions for human resources, specializing in automating talent acquisition and management. The company collaborates with a significant portion of Fortune 50 companies to enhance HR communication and streamline processes, reducing administrative burdens and inefficiencies. AllyO's innovative platform features AI-driven chatbots that facilitate various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement. This technology allows employers to automate tasks such as screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and conducting exit interviews, which improves efficiency and employee satisfaction. The platform also supports multiple communication channels, including text messaging and email, resulting in high conversation completion and talent satisfaction rates. AllyO's services are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing HR systems, ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations. With substantial backing from top-tier investors, the company has experienced significant growth and is committed to transforming the HR landscape through intelligent automation.
Paystand
Series A in 2017
Paystand, Inc. operates an electronic payment portal designed to facilitate online payments for businesses and enable the setup of storefronts on websites and social media platforms. Founded in 2013 and based in Scotts Valley, California, the company aims to create a more open financial system, particularly in the realm of B2B payments. By leveraging blockchain and cloud technology, Paystand has developed a Payments-as-a-Service model that digitizes and automates the entire cash lifecycle. This software allows businesses to digitize receivables, automate processing, reduce time-to-cash, eliminate transaction fees, and create new revenue opportunities.
QuanticMind
Series B in 2017
QuanticMind is a predictive advertising management software for paid search and social channels. Their Platform is for Smarter Advertising and is the pioneer of predictive advertising management software for paid search and social channels. By reinventing ad management point solutions through machine learning, distributed cloud computing, and in-memory processing, QuanticMind delivers the most intelligent, scalable, and fastest platform for maximizing advertising performance for enterprises. A global community of data-driven marketers relies on QuanticMind’s data science-powered platform to anticipate and execute the best and most granular advertising investments. It was incorporated in 2011 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
Dark
Seed Round in 2017
Dark is holistic programming language, editor, and hosted infrastructure.
Privacera
Seed Round in 2017
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.
Catch+Release
Seed Round in 2017
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.
Folloze
Series A in 2016
Folloze, Inc. is a provider of an account-based marketing sales platform designed to facilitate collaboration between marketing and sales teams. The Folloze platform empowers users to create personalized, account-specific experiences by automating content campaigns and providing actionable insights through behavioral alerts. It allows sales personnel to tailor content boards that can be customized for individual accounts, leveraging various media types such as videos and documents. Users can engage prospects through interactive calls-to-action and track content performance based on visitor interactions. The platform integrates with popular analytics tools and existing sales processes, including Salesforce, enabling seamless data synchronization and enhanced follow-up strategies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Foster City, California, Folloze also has an office in Denver, Colorado, and a development center in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company has successfully supported leading B2B brands in delivering engaging customer experiences throughout the buyer journey, significantly contributing to their sales growth.
StackShare
Seed Round in 2016
StackShare, Inc. operates a cloud-based discovery platform that assists developers and engineers in finding and comparing software development tools and cloud infrastructure services. Founded in 2013 and based in San Jose, California, StackShare allows users to explore a wide range of technological solutions, including application hosting, data management, DevOps tools, and business support resources. The platform fosters a community where developers, engineers, and technology leaders can share recommendations, reviews, and insights about the tools they use, helping others navigate the complex landscape of software options. By providing transparency and community-driven feedback, StackShare aims to simplify the decision-making process for organizations of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. The company was previously known as Leanstack, Inc. before rebranding in March 2015.
Tynker
Series A in 2016
Tynker is a creative computing platform where millions of kids have learned to program and built games, apps and more. Tynker's mission is to provide every child with solid foundations in Computer Science, programming, and critical thinking skills to prepare them to become better architects of their future world. Tynker offers self-paced online courses for children to learn coding at home, as well as an engaging programming curriculum for schools. Tynker’s intuitive visual programming language enables kids to build web and mobile apps, design RPG and platformer games, control robots, program drones, and even modify Minecraft worlds.
EdCast
Series B in 2016
EdCast Inc. is a technology company that operates an artificial intelligence-powered knowledge cloud platform designed to enhance personalized learning and knowledge management within enterprises. The company's main offerings include the EdCast Learning Experience Platform (LXP) and the MyGuide Digital Adoption Platform, which together facilitate employee development by providing tailored learning experiences and automating repetitive tasks. EdCast serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, healthcare, hospitality, and technology, helping organizations improve workforce engagement and productivity through effective onboarding, upskilling, and knowledge sharing. The platform aggregates content from various sources, ensuring users receive relevant and contextual information, thus supporting a culture of continuous learning and career mobility. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, EdCast has garnered recognition as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum and supports a wide array of clients, from large multinational corporations to small businesses.
Zycada
Seed Round in 2016
Zycada specializes in enhancing eCommerce performance by accelerating the delivery of dynamic content, enabling retailers to meet the high expectations of online shoppers for speed and personalization. The company's platform addresses challenges related to network performance, such as congestion and data packet loss, allowing retailers to adapt in real-time to changing network conditions. By utilizing Zycada's technology, businesses can personalize shopping experiences without requiring code changes, ultimately leading to higher user engagement and increased revenue. Clients that implement Zycada's solutions have reported revenue gains of over 5%.
Reveel Technologies
Seed Round in 2015
Join the media REVEELution! Reveel is the first company to allow audiences to view an interactive media experience from print, digital, video and broadcast media on any browser – without downloading an app or producing additional creative. Reveel's patent pending cloud-based platform allows brands, agencies and media outlets to increase audience engagement and revenue by seizing the moment of interest and converting it into measurable action. Consumers go to Reveel.it on their mobile browser and snap a photo of print or broadcast media or click on digital media displayed on websites or online video to explore, learn and buy. Anyone can create a custom Reveel landing page online in minutes, then publish it across media channels so it can be viewed on mobile and desktop devices.
Bedrock Analytics
Seed Round in 2015
Bedrock Analytics Corporation is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based analytics and visualization platform tailored for the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Oakland, California, the company transforms syndicated and retail data from sources such as Nielsen and IRI into actionable insights for sales and marketing teams. Bedrock's platform enables these teams to create dynamic selling narratives that enhance product sales, improve customer retention, and optimize category performance. By leveraging machine learning, the platform delivers faster and more intelligent recommendations, allowing users to focus on strategic growth rather than time-consuming data manipulation. Bedrock serves a diverse clientele, ranging from small natural food brands to large multinational corporations, positioning itself as a high-growth venture-backed entity in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Ampool
Seed Round in 2015
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.
Folloze
Seed Round in 2015
Folloze, Inc. is a provider of an account-based marketing sales platform designed to facilitate collaboration between marketing and sales teams. The Folloze platform empowers users to create personalized, account-specific experiences by automating content campaigns and providing actionable insights through behavioral alerts. It allows sales personnel to tailor content boards that can be customized for individual accounts, leveraging various media types such as videos and documents. Users can engage prospects through interactive calls-to-action and track content performance based on visitor interactions. The platform integrates with popular analytics tools and existing sales processes, including Salesforce, enabling seamless data synchronization and enhanced follow-up strategies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Foster City, California, Folloze also has an office in Denver, Colorado, and a development center in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company has successfully supported leading B2B brands in delivering engaging customer experiences throughout the buyer journey, significantly contributing to their sales growth.
SOHA SYSTEMS
Series A in 2015
Soha Systems is the innovator of Enterprise Secure Access delivered as a service. Our service, Soha Cloud, creates a “cloud perimeter” to protect an organization’s infrastructure from Internet threats, including distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks and botnets. Soha Cloud also minimizes a customer’s attack surface, hides applications from public exposure and grants authenticated users micro-granular access to specific applications. Unlike stand-alone, legacy security tools and network access methods, Soha Cloud integrates data path protection, identity access, application security and management visibility into a single solution to create a cloud perimeter between a user organization’s infrastructure and the Internet.
ArmorText
Venture Round in 2015
ArmorText provides secure text messaging for mobile enterprises to boost collaboration, ensure security, and help meet compliance standards. It enables regulated industries to maximize the potential of cloud computing and storage for collaboration by eliminating the possibility of data-mining, bulk-hacks, invoicing scams and third-party access that bypasses a customer’s legal counsel via subpoenas.
EdCast
Series A in 2014
EdCast Inc. is a technology company that operates an artificial intelligence-powered knowledge cloud platform designed to enhance personalized learning and knowledge management within enterprises. The company's main offerings include the EdCast Learning Experience Platform (LXP) and the MyGuide Digital Adoption Platform, which together facilitate employee development by providing tailored learning experiences and automating repetitive tasks. EdCast serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, healthcare, hospitality, and technology, helping organizations improve workforce engagement and productivity through effective onboarding, upskilling, and knowledge sharing. The platform aggregates content from various sources, ensuring users receive relevant and contextual information, thus supporting a culture of continuous learning and career mobility. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, EdCast has garnered recognition as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum and supports a wide array of clients, from large multinational corporations to small businesses.
Paystand
Seed Round in 2014
Paystand, Inc. operates an electronic payment portal designed to facilitate online payments for businesses and enable the setup of storefronts on websites and social media platforms. Founded in 2013 and based in Scotts Valley, California, the company aims to create a more open financial system, particularly in the realm of B2B payments. By leveraging blockchain and cloud technology, Paystand has developed a Payments-as-a-Service model that digitizes and automates the entire cash lifecycle. This software allows businesses to digitize receivables, automate processing, reduce time-to-cash, eliminate transaction fees, and create new revenue opportunities.
Punchh
Series A in 2014
Punchh Inc. provides a mobile loyalty and engagement platform designed to enhance customer relationships for the restaurant industry. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers a suite of solutions that includes branded mobile applications for loyalty programs, referral incentives, online ordering, and payment processing. By integrating its platform with existing point-of-sale systems and various social networks, Punchh enables restaurants to gather insights into customer behavior and preferences. Its technology employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to create personalized customer experiences, allowing brands to engage effectively and increase customer lifetime value. With a client base that includes nearly 200 global enterprise brands, Punchh operates not only in the United States but also has a presence in Canada, India, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, facilitating a comprehensive approach to customer retention and remarketing across multiple channels.
Punchh
Venture Round in 2013
Punchh Inc. provides a mobile loyalty and engagement platform designed to enhance customer relationships for the restaurant industry. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers a suite of solutions that includes branded mobile applications for loyalty programs, referral incentives, online ordering, and payment processing. By integrating its platform with existing point-of-sale systems and various social networks, Punchh enables restaurants to gather insights into customer behavior and preferences. Its technology employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to create personalized customer experiences, allowing brands to engage effectively and increase customer lifetime value. With a client base that includes nearly 200 global enterprise brands, Punchh operates not only in the United States but also has a presence in Canada, India, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, facilitating a comprehensive approach to customer retention and remarketing across multiple channels.
Tynker
Venture Round in 2013
Tynker is a creative computing platform where millions of kids have learned to program and built games, apps and more. Tynker's mission is to provide every child with solid foundations in Computer Science, programming, and critical thinking skills to prepare them to become better architects of their future world. Tynker offers self-paced online courses for children to learn coding at home, as well as an engaging programming curriculum for schools. Tynker’s intuitive visual programming language enables kids to build web and mobile apps, design RPG and platformer games, control robots, program drones, and even modify Minecraft worlds.
Spotzot
Series A in 2011
Spotzot operates a mobile shopping network that connects advertisers with a large base of high-intent shoppers who primarily make purchases at physical retail locations. With a user base of 30 million, Spotzot enhances the in-store shopping experience by offering location-based services that allow consumers to discover trends, promotions, and nearby stores. The platform boasts impressive engagement, with 40% of visitors returning monthly and over half a million active shoppers daily. Retailers benefit significantly from Spotzot's capabilities, as more than 60% of users are actively seeking to make purchases, with up to 15% completing transactions in-store. Additionally, Spotzot serves as a top monetization source for publishers, providing access to a wide range of in-store coupons and promotions from leading retail chains across 500,000 locations in the U.S. Through its free APIs, Spotzot enables publishers to integrate these promotions into various shopping and entertainment applications, facilitating a seamless experience for consumers and brands alike.
Involver
Series C in 2010
Involver is a prominent social marketing platform that serves over 700,000 brands and agencies, collectively managing audiences exceeding 1.6 billion fans. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools for marketers to create engaging social media experiences, including its innovative Social Markup Language, which enables developers to design rich social content. Involver's Audience Management Platform allows agencies to efficiently publish, monitor, measure, and manage social media content across multiple networks from a single dashboard. Additionally, Involver provides a range of applications tailored to enhance audience engagement on social media. As a Facebook Preferred Developer, Involver has collaborated with Facebook's internal marketing team on significant campaigns, including events like the World Cup and US Elections. By equipping some of the world's largest brands with effective social media strategies, Involver plays a critical role in helping them expand their digital influence.
Zephyr
Series A in 2008
Zephyr provides on-demand enterprise test management software. The company provides end-to-end management of the testing life-cycle in the test department that includes resources, releases and sprints, test cases, scheduling, test execution, defects, documents, collaboration, and all aspects of reporting and metrics in real-time. Its feature-rich products help more than a million users address today's dynamic and global software test management needs across a variety of industries that includes finance, healthcare, media, automotive, IT services, and enterprise software.
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