Kong Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in API management. It operates an API marketplace, facilitating the distribution, monetization, and management of cloud-based services. Kong's key products include Kong, an open-source API management layer; Kong Enterprise Edition, a scalable microservices API platform; and Galileo, an analytics tool for API and microservice monitoring. Additionally, Kong offers API Documentation and Developer Portal, aiding developers in creating and managing API projects securely. The company serves a global client base comprising consumers, providers, developers, and IT teams, promoting productivity, security, and performance in API development.
Cribl, Inc. is a software company specializing in data management solutions that help organizations efficiently handle log ingestion and analytics at scale. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, Cribl offers Logstream, a platform that enables users to transform and route logs and metrics in real-time while minimizing wasted data processing. Its software provides capabilities for implementing observability pipelines capable of managing data at Petabyte scale, allowing businesses to prioritize high-value information and ensure compliance with privacy regulations. Cribl empowers tech professionals with the flexibility to manage their data without compromising on performance or control, thereby enhancing operational intelligence and decision-making processes.
Vercel Inc., established in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, specializes in developing a cloud platform for on-demand deployment of frontend applications. The company offers automated deployment solutions from pull requests via GitHub and Bitbucket, as well as merge requests through GitLab. Vercel's platform is designed to facilitate the development, previewing, and shipping of Jamstack sites, enabling efficient delivery of web pages through content delivery networks.
Iterable, Inc. operates a consumer growth marketing and user engagement platform tailored for mid-market and enterprise B2C companies. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company provides tools that allow marketers to communicate with users across multiple channels, including email, mobile, social media, and web. Its platform features capabilities such as real-time segmentation, automation, customization, and A/B testing. Additionally, Iterable supports engineers in triggering campaigns, managing user event data, and exporting campaign metrics. The company also offers specialized solutions for e-commerce, political marketing, and media companies, helping clients execute campaigns ranging from shopping cart abandonment notifications to transactional messages. By leveraging artificial intelligence and behavior-driven data, Iterable enables organizations to engage customers effectively throughout their lifecycle, enhancing customer interactions and driving growth.
Airtable is a cloud-based software company that provides an intuitive online platform for creating and sharing relational databases. The company enables users to build custom applications tailored to their needs, facilitating tasks such as creating flexible checklists, organizing collections or ideas, and managing customer contacts. With a diverse range of templates available, from home improvement projects to inventory management, Airtable caters to various use cases without requiring users to have prior coding experience. The platform is designed to democratize software creation, empowering individuals and business teams alike to develop the tools that best suit their requirements.
Cybereason
Series E in 2019
Cybereason Inc. is a cybersecurity company that specializes in endpoint protection, offering a comprehensive platform for endpoint detection and response, next-generation antivirus, and anti-ransomware solutions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo, Cybereason's platform is distinguished by its custom-built in-memory graph, an automated hunting engine that identifies behavioral patterns across endpoints and reveals malicious operations. The platform includes various products designed to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats in real time, such as Deep Detect & Respond, Deep Prevent, Deep Investigate, and Deep Respond. Among its offerings is RansomFree, which protects against ransomware attacks. The company also provides managed monitoring services, surveillance, investigation, and training to bolster enterprise security against advanced cyber adversaries.
SignalFx, Inc. offers a cloud monitoring platform that specializes in real-time detection and analysis of anomalies across infrastructure, microservices, and applications. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the platform utilizes advanced analytics and machine learning to collect and process metrics, enabling organizations to swiftly identify and troubleshoot issues. SignalFx's architecture is designed for scalability and provides features such as proactive alerting, visualization, and collaborative triage, making it suitable for enterprises across various sectors, including technology, finance, and retail. The company also provides a dedicated application performance monitoring solution to enhance the efficiency of DevOps teams. In 2015, SignalFx rebranded from its original name, SignalFuse, and as of 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Splunk Inc.
SessionM, Inc. is a cloud-based customer engagement and loyalty platform that enables brands to enhance their relationships with customers through personalized interactions. The platform collects and analyzes customer behavior from various channels, including in-store, online, and mobile, allowing for real-time data integration and insights. By utilizing advanced machine learning and a rules-based engine, SessionM delivers tailored marketing automation and loyalty solutions, which help businesses engage customers more effectively with targeted offers and recommendations. The company's services also include a reporting tool that assesses the impact of loyalty programs on revenue. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, SessionM operates globally with additional offices in major cities such as New York, Chicago, Pittsburgh, London, and Amsterdam. Incorporated in 2010, the company has positioned itself as a key player in the customer loyalty sector, focusing on helping enterprises create profitable customer relationships.
Rethink Robotics
Series E in 2017
Rethink Robotics is a Boston-based company that develops industrial robots aimed at enhancing automation in manufacturing processes. Its flagship product, the Baxter robot, utilizes an advanced software platform called Intera to assist manufacturers in various sectors, including automotive, plastics, consumer goods, and electronics. The robots are designed to automate tasks that are dull, dangerous, or dirty, such as loading, packing, and inspection, enabling organizations to improve efficiency and reduce costs while allowing skilled labor to focus on more complex tasks. Rethink Robotics aims to foster continuous innovation and sustainable competitive advantage for manufacturers by providing a flexible and cost-effective workforce solution. Additionally, the company offers the Baxter Research Robot, a humanoid robot platform equipped with integrated sensors and an open software development kit, catering to both academic and corporate research environments. The company's initiatives are supported by several notable investors.
Zerto Ltd. specializes in disaster recovery and business continuity software for virtualized data centers and cloud environments. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers the Zerto Cloud Continuity Platform, which includes its flagship product, Zerto Virtual Replication. This software enables organizations to protect, recover, and migrate applications across public, private, and hybrid clouds. Zerto's solutions are designed to simplify the complexities associated with modernization and cloud adoption, making it easier for enterprises to maintain continuous operations. The company's products are utilized in various applications, including Oracle, SAP, and SQL server replication and recovery, serving industries such as healthcare, legal, and finance. Zerto operates globally, with offices in locations including Israel, Japan, the United Kingdom, India, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil.
Rive Technology
Series E in 2015
Rive Technology is a clean energy company focused on advancing catalyst technology for petroleum refining. The company has developed a proprietary technology, originally conceived at MIT, that enhances traditional zeolite catalysts by introducing novel channels of medium pore size. This innovation allows large hydrocarbon molecules to be processed more efficiently, significantly increasing the yield of transportation fuels such as gasoline and diesel per barrel of crude oil. Rive's catalysts can be integrated seamlessly into existing refinery operations, enabling refiners to boost throughput and profitability with minimal capital investment. By improving product yields and process efficiency, Rive's technology supports the transition to more sustainable energy practices within the petroleum industry.
Nantero, Inc. is a nanotechnology company based in Woburn, Massachusetts, that specializes in the development of semiconductor products utilizing carbon nanotubes. Founded in 2001, Nantero focuses on creating nonvolatile random access memory (NRAM) chips, which provide high-density, high-speed storage solutions for a variety of applications, including smartphones, tablets, computers, and industrial systems. The company's NRAM technology offers advantages over traditional memory types, such as zero power consumption in standby mode, making it suitable for both standalone and embedded memory applications. In addition to NRAM, Nantero produces nanoelectromechanical switches and other semiconductor products, and collaborates with licensees to expand the use of its nanotube-based technology across various sectors.
HubSpot, Inc., established in 2005 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in providing a comprehensive, cloud-based software platform for businesses worldwide. This platform integrates marketing, sales, and customer service applications, including CRM, SEO, content management, messaging, marketing automation, analytics, and more. HubSpot serves mid-market business-to-business companies, helping them attract visitors, convert leads, and close customers through its inbound marketing approach.
GupShup is a communication platform that enables users to send and receive short messages privately and publicly. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company facilitates significant customer engagement by handling over 4 billion messages each month, totaling over 150 billion messages delivered since its inception. GupShup offers a smart messaging platform that provides developers with tools to build, test, deploy, monitor, and track bots and other messaging services efficiently. The company also developed Teamchat, a smart messaging app that introduced innovative “smart” messages, a feature that has since been adopted by other messaging applications. GupShup's cloud-based messaging solutions assist brands and businesses in optimizing customer interactions, fostering long-lasting relationships through effective communication on mobile devices.
Oportun, Inc. is a financial services company based in San Carlos, California, founded in 2005. It specializes in providing personal loans to individuals who may lack a credit score or have limited credit history. Oportun offers a range of financial products, including small-dollar, unsecured installment loans, auto loans, and secured personal loans. In addition to lending, the company provides deposit accounts, debit card services, and budgeting tools, aiming to empower its members to achieve their financial goals. Since its inception, Oportun has disbursed over $15.5 billion in responsible credit and has helped its members save more than $2.3 billion in interest and fees, averaging annual savings of over $1,800 per member.
Active Network
Series E in 2007
Active Network is a leading provider of software solutions for activity and event management, facilitating connections between participants and organizers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that enables efficient registration, secure payment processing, and data-driven insights to enhance participation and streamline administration. Active Network serves over 27,000 organizers and engages more than 13 million participants globally through its extensive marketplace for activities and events. The company hosts a vast directory of sports and recreational activities, making it easy for users to discover and register for various events, from races to team sports. In addition to registration services, Active Network provides online training tools, community engagement features, and a membership program that offers discounts on sports-related expenses. Its innovative solutions are designed to empower organizations, strengthen communities, and promote a more active lifestyle.
Brix Networks
Series E in 2005
Brix Networks specializes in developing and marketing real-time service assurance and performance management solutions aimed at ensuring the quality of Internet Protocol-based services. Their offerings are designed to verify the performance of various applications, including Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), video services, and web-hosted business applications. By focusing on the reliability and efficiency of these advanced services, Brix Networks addresses the growing demand for high-quality performance in an increasingly digital and connected environment.
Bigband Networks
Series E in 2004
BigBand Networks, Inc. specializes in integrated broadband access solutions for cable operators and telecommunications companies. The company develops, markets, and sells network-based platforms that facilitate the delivery of video services over various types of networks, including coaxial, fiber, and copper. Operating both in the United States and internationally, BigBand Networks focuses on enhancing the capabilities of service providers to meet the demands of modern video delivery.