DFJ

DFJ, established in 1985 and based in Silicon Valley, is a venture capital firm that specializes in providing growth capital to technology companies. With a focus on partnering with visionary entrepreneurs, DFJ aims to invest in businesses that are rapidly scaling and poised for market leadership. The firm emphasizes a high-conviction investment strategy, targeting innovative companies across consumer, enterprise, and healthcare technology sectors. DFJ Growth, a later-stage investing practice within the firm, seeks to support extraordinary entrepreneurs as they create iconic technology-driven businesses. Through its investment approach, DFJ facilitates access to valuable networks and resources that can help transform entrepreneurial visions into reality.

Brian Akin

Associate

Chirag Chotalia

Partner

Rob Ciechowski

Associate

John Fisher

Co-Founder and Partner

Sam Fort

Partner

Randy Glein

Partner and Managing Director

Justin Kao

Partner

Megan Kelly

Principal

Jocelyn Kinsey

Partner

Vineet Mehta

Principal

Bubba Murarka

Partner

Sandesh Patnam

Venture Partner

Chris Shanahan

Principal

Sam Shapiro

Principal

Li Songbo

Partner

Josh Stein

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Kevin Tu

Principal

Past deals in VoIP

Hopin

Series D in 2021
Hopin Ltd operates an online events platform that facilitates the creation of engaging virtual events, allowing users to connect globally. Founded in 2019 and based in London, the platform supports a diverse range of events, including networking meetups, conferences, webinars, and workshops. It enables interactive experiences where attendees can engage through one-on-one networking, group sessions, keynote presentations, and interactive expo areas. The platform caters to various needs, from corporate training sessions to large-scale international conferences and even personal events like weddings. By providing tools for real-time interaction, Hopin enhances the way communities and brands connect with their audiences online.

Hopin

Series C in 2021
Hopin Ltd operates an online events platform that facilitates the creation of engaging virtual events, allowing users to connect globally. Founded in 2019 and based in London, the platform supports a diverse range of events, including networking meetups, conferences, webinars, and workshops. It enables interactive experiences where attendees can engage through one-on-one networking, group sessions, keynote presentations, and interactive expo areas. The platform caters to various needs, from corporate training sessions to large-scale international conferences and even personal events like weddings. By providing tools for real-time interaction, Hopin enhances the way communities and brands connect with their audiences online.

Hopin

Series B in 2020
Hopin Ltd operates an online events platform that facilitates the creation of engaging virtual events, allowing users to connect globally. Founded in 2019 and based in London, the platform supports a diverse range of events, including networking meetups, conferences, webinars, and workshops. It enables interactive experiences where attendees can engage through one-on-one networking, group sessions, keynote presentations, and interactive expo areas. The platform caters to various needs, from corporate training sessions to large-scale international conferences and even personal events like weddings. By providing tools for real-time interaction, Hopin enhances the way communities and brands connect with their audiences online.

Talkdesk

Series C in 2020
Talkdesk, Inc. is a provider of browser-based call center software designed for small and large businesses. The company offers a comprehensive cloud contact center solution that enhances customer engagement through features such as workforce engagement, enterprise collaboration, artificial intelligence, and analytics. Talkdesk's platform enables users to optimize call handling by providing caller information from integrated CRM and helpdesk systems, along with real-time and historical performance monitoring tools. Its services are aimed at improving lead generation, sales revenue, customer satisfaction, and support services. Talkdesk supports a global presence by offering phone numbers from various countries, including the United States and several European nations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Talkdesk has expanded its operations to cities including London, Lisbon, Madrid, and Salt Lake City, and serves over 1,400 enterprises worldwide, such as IBM and Acxiom.

Numa

Series A in 2019
NumberAI, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Oakland, California. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence software called Numa, which allows small businesses to digitally connect their landline numbers. Numa enhances communication by enabling businesses to interact with their landline numbers in ways that meet modern consumer expectations. Through this innovative approach, NumberAI aims to improve how small businesses manage customer interactions and streamline their communication processes.

Talkdesk

Series B in 2018
Talkdesk, Inc. is a provider of browser-based call center software designed for small and large businesses. The company offers a comprehensive cloud contact center solution that enhances customer engagement through features such as workforce engagement, enterprise collaboration, artificial intelligence, and analytics. Talkdesk's platform enables users to optimize call handling by providing caller information from integrated CRM and helpdesk systems, along with real-time and historical performance monitoring tools. Its services are aimed at improving lead generation, sales revenue, customer satisfaction, and support services. Talkdesk supports a global presence by offering phone numbers from various countries, including the United States and several European nations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Talkdesk has expanded its operations to cities including London, Lisbon, Madrid, and Salt Lake City, and serves over 1,400 enterprises worldwide, such as IBM and Acxiom.

Numa

Seed Round in 2017
NumberAI, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Oakland, California. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence software called Numa, which allows small businesses to digitally connect their landline numbers. Numa enhances communication by enabling businesses to interact with their landline numbers in ways that meet modern consumer expectations. Through this innovative approach, NumberAI aims to improve how small businesses manage customer interactions and streamline their communication processes.

Talkdesk

Series A in 2015
Talkdesk, Inc. is a provider of browser-based call center software designed for small and large businesses. The company offers a comprehensive cloud contact center solution that enhances customer engagement through features such as workforce engagement, enterprise collaboration, artificial intelligence, and analytics. Talkdesk's platform enables users to optimize call handling by providing caller information from integrated CRM and helpdesk systems, along with real-time and historical performance monitoring tools. Its services are aimed at improving lead generation, sales revenue, customer satisfaction, and support services. Talkdesk supports a global presence by offering phone numbers from various countries, including the United States and several European nations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Talkdesk has expanded its operations to cities including London, Lisbon, Madrid, and Salt Lake City, and serves over 1,400 enterprises worldwide, such as IBM and Acxiom.

Twilio

Series E in 2015
Twilio is a cloud communications platform that enables developers and businesses to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features into their applications. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, Twilio offers a range of application programming interfaces (APIs) and prebuilt solutions to enhance customer engagement experiences. The platform supports the creation of voice, VoIP, and SMS applications, allowing users to build customized communication tools. By leveraging a global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, Twilio facilitates efficient and cost-effective communication, thereby reinventing the telecom landscape. Additionally, Twilio has established funds to support startups in Europe that utilize its cloud communication services to develop innovative business solutions.

Talkdesk

Series A in 2015
Talkdesk, Inc. is a provider of browser-based call center software designed for small and large businesses. The company offers a comprehensive cloud contact center solution that enhances customer engagement through features such as workforce engagement, enterprise collaboration, artificial intelligence, and analytics. Talkdesk's platform enables users to optimize call handling by providing caller information from integrated CRM and helpdesk systems, along with real-time and historical performance monitoring tools. Its services are aimed at improving lead generation, sales revenue, customer satisfaction, and support services. Talkdesk supports a global presence by offering phone numbers from various countries, including the United States and several European nations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Talkdesk has expanded its operations to cities including London, Lisbon, Madrid, and Salt Lake City, and serves over 1,400 enterprises worldwide, such as IBM and Acxiom.

Verbling

Seed Round in 2014
Verbling, Inc. is an online platform that connects language learners with professional teachers through video chat, facilitating personalized language lessons. Founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, Verbling's mission is to empower individuals worldwide to achieve fluency in foreign languages. The platform allows users to interact directly with vetted teachers, who are available around the clock across various time zones. Verbling maintains high standards for its educators, resulting in an average student rating of 4.9 out of 5. As of January 2020, Verbling operates as a subsidiary of Busuu Limited, enhancing its reach in the e-learning space.

Tango

Series D in 2014
TangoMe, Inc., operating as Tango, is a mobile messaging service provider founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company offers a free application that facilitates communication through video and voice calls, texting, and content sharing, with over 350 million registered users across various platforms, including iOS, Android, Blackberry, and PC. Tango is recognized as a popular application, consistently ranking among the top free apps on Android and iTunes. The service supports cross-platform functionality over 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi, and is available in 15 languages in more than 224 countries. In addition to its messaging capabilities, Tango collaborates with third-party game developers, brands, and content publishers to create integration and advertising opportunities. TangoMe has secured $367 million in venture capital financing and maintains additional offices in Austin, Texas; St. Petersburg, Russia; and Beijing.

Twilio

Series D in 2013
Twilio is a cloud communications platform that enables developers and businesses to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features into their applications. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, Twilio offers a range of application programming interfaces (APIs) and prebuilt solutions to enhance customer engagement experiences. The platform supports the creation of voice, VoIP, and SMS applications, allowing users to build customized communication tools. By leveraging a global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, Twilio facilitates efficient and cost-effective communication, thereby reinventing the telecom landscape. Additionally, Twilio has established funds to support startups in Europe that utilize its cloud communication services to develop innovative business solutions.

Varolii

Venture Round in 2013
Varolii is a leader in proactive outbound communications, offering cloud-based communication software and services that enable organizations to optimize customer relations. The company specializes in automating personalized communication processes, including flight cancellation notices, fraud detection alerts, and prescription pick-up reminders. By streamlining these interactions, Varolii helps clients reduce operational costs, enhance contact center efficiency, and maximize their existing IT investments. With a client base of over 380 organizations, including major U.S. banks, airlines, wireless carriers, utilities, and healthcare providers, Varolii facilitates approximately 4 million communications daily. Headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in the Boston and Denver metropolitan areas, Varolii was acquired by Nuance Communications in October 2013.

Verbling

Seed Round in 2012
Verbling, Inc. is an online platform that connects language learners with professional teachers through video chat, facilitating personalized language lessons. Founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, Verbling's mission is to empower individuals worldwide to achieve fluency in foreign languages. The platform allows users to interact directly with vetted teachers, who are available around the clock across various time zones. Verbling maintains high standards for its educators, resulting in an average student rating of 4.9 out of 5. As of January 2020, Verbling operates as a subsidiary of Busuu Limited, enhancing its reach in the e-learning space.

Ooma

Venture Round in 2012
Ooma, Inc. is a communications services company that specializes in cloud-based software and unified communications solutions for both businesses and consumers. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Ooma offers a range of services designed to enhance communication and security. For businesses, the company provides Ooma Office, a multi-user communications system tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, along with features like call recording and enhanced call blocking. For consumers, Ooma delivers high-definition voice quality through products such as Ooma Telo, which serves as a primary home phone line, and offers smart security solutions that include wireless sensors and a smart video camera. Ooma's services are available through direct sales, distributors, retailers, and online platforms. The company focuses on creating connected experiences that improve productivity and security in both workplace and home environments.

Varolii

Series D in 2011
Varolii is a leader in proactive outbound communications, offering cloud-based communication software and services that enable organizations to optimize customer relations. The company specializes in automating personalized communication processes, including flight cancellation notices, fraud detection alerts, and prescription pick-up reminders. By streamlining these interactions, Varolii helps clients reduce operational costs, enhance contact center efficiency, and maximize their existing IT investments. With a client base of over 380 organizations, including major U.S. banks, airlines, wireless carriers, utilities, and healthcare providers, Varolii facilitates approximately 4 million communications daily. Headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in the Boston and Denver metropolitan areas, Varolii was acquired by Nuance Communications in October 2013.

Tango

Series B in 2011
TangoMe, Inc., operating as Tango, is a mobile messaging service provider founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company offers a free application that facilitates communication through video and voice calls, texting, and content sharing, with over 350 million registered users across various platforms, including iOS, Android, Blackberry, and PC. Tango is recognized as a popular application, consistently ranking among the top free apps on Android and iTunes. The service supports cross-platform functionality over 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi, and is available in 15 languages in more than 224 countries. In addition to its messaging capabilities, Tango collaborates with third-party game developers, brands, and content publishers to create integration and advertising opportunities. TangoMe has secured $367 million in venture capital financing and maintains additional offices in Austin, Texas; St. Petersburg, Russia; and Beijing.

Mobim

Series A in 2009
Mobim Technologies Co. specializes in mobile multimedia technology, providing production and application services for mobile producers and users. The company has developed the imichat mobile, a pioneering product that enables video chat functionality over 2.5G wireless networks, allowing users to connect visually without incurring roaming fees. Mobim enhances user experience with improved transmission stability and anti-jamming technologies, facilitating seamless multimedia interactions. In addition to imichat mobile, the company is expanding its product line to include long-distance video surveillance and digital home theater systems. Based in Shanghai, China, Mobim operates a technology research center in Silicon Valley and has research and development facilities in Beijing and Shanghai, supporting its international sales networks.

Vivu

Series A in 2009
ViVu specializes in providing innovative videoconferencing solutions designed for seamless global communication. The company offers a browser-based video platform that is user-friendly, cost-effective, and requires no downloads, allowing users to initiate video chats and share desktops effortlessly. This flexibility enables participation from a wide range of devices, including PCs, Macs, and mobile devices, accommodating both small teams and large groups. ViVu's technology is utilized by Fortune 500 companies and supports various applications such as online meetings, interactive training, sales presentations, IT support, and e-learning. The platform's compatibility with popular software enhances its functionality, making it a reliable choice for organizations seeking to improve their online meeting experiences.

Ooma

Series C in 2008
Ooma, Inc. is a communications services company that specializes in cloud-based software and unified communications solutions for both businesses and consumers. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Ooma offers a range of services designed to enhance communication and security. For businesses, the company provides Ooma Office, a multi-user communications system tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, along with features like call recording and enhanced call blocking. For consumers, Ooma delivers high-definition voice quality through products such as Ooma Telo, which serves as a primary home phone line, and offers smart security solutions that include wireless sensors and a smart video camera. Ooma's services are available through direct sales, distributors, retailers, and online platforms. The company focuses on creating connected experiences that improve productivity and security in both workplace and home environments.

Anagran

Series D in 2008
Anagran's flow-based traffic management products eliminate the potentially crippling effects of network congestion to enable video, voice, data and wireless traffic to economically scale with flawless quality over converged IP networks. Anagran's products protect all key network traffic by managing end-to-end flows based on their behavior to ensure required quality and performance levels. Its products dynamically manages all network traffic regardless of application, protocol, or format, without using invasive, performance-limiting deep packet inspection(DPI) techniques. Service providers and enterprises can consistently deliver the highest levels of guaranteed performance and quality while significantly reducing capital equipment and recurring network costs. Anagran was founded by Internet pioneer Dr. Larry Roberts, recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Internet.

Fonality

Series D in 2008
Fonality is a business communications company based in Plano, Texas, that specializes in providing phone systems and cloud-based VoIP solutions for small- and medium-sized enterprises across various sectors, including insurance, legal, technology, non-profit, education, and manufacturing. Founded in 2004, Fonality offers a range of products including a Business Phone System for integrated call management, a Hosted PBX System for cloud-based communication, and a Hybrid PBX System that combines hosted and on-premises solutions. Additionally, the company provides Unified Communications software that integrates phone calls, voicemail, instant messaging, conference calls, email, screen sharing, and video conferencing into a single platform, facilitating seamless collaboration for business owners and managers.

Hola

Venture Round in 2008
Hola was founded with the goal of making a better Internet through advanced routing technologies - making the web faster, more open and cheaper to operate. Hola fundamentally disrupted markets with products. Hola is profitable, and growing fast! It has global presence, and top tier investors including DFJ (Silicon Valley), Trilogy (Seattle), Magma (Israel), Horizons Ventures (Hong Kong), and Orange (France). Hola’s core technology is its HTTP routing overlay network, incorporated in its client side software and its server network.

Siklu

Series A in 2008
Siklu Communication Ltd. is a company based in Petach Tikva, Israel, that specializes in developing gigabit throughput E-band and V-band radios for a diverse range of clients, including service providers, mobile operators, enterprises, and government entities. Founded in 2007, Siklu offers various wireless communication solutions, such as small cell backhaul, LTE/LTE-A backhaul, WiFi backhaul, and business broadband connectivity. The company focuses on providing reliable millimeter wave radio products that support 5G backhaul applications, enhancing connectivity in urban, suburban, and rural settings. Siklu's technology is designed to deliver scalable, multigigabit capacity and performance, making it suitable for smart city networks, wireless security networks, enterprise connectivity, and residential broadband services.

ViVOtech

Series C in 2008
ViVOtech, founded in 2001, specializes in providing software solutions for contactless and near field communications (NFC) payments. The company offers a range of products, including NFC payment systems, smart posters, and over-the-air card provisioning software, which facilitate mobile payments and promotional activities. Its ViVOnfc software supports mobile payment transactions, while the ViVOplatform enables retailers to manage promotional and loyalty applications effectively. ViVOtech's solutions cater to various sectors, including movie theaters, fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and public transportation, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. In October 2012, its Software Division was acquired by Sequent Software, expanding its reach in the secure mobile payments market.

Anagran

Series C in 2008
Anagran's flow-based traffic management products eliminate the potentially crippling effects of network congestion to enable video, voice, data and wireless traffic to economically scale with flawless quality over converged IP networks. Anagran's products protect all key network traffic by managing end-to-end flows based on their behavior to ensure required quality and performance levels. Its products dynamically manages all network traffic regardless of application, protocol, or format, without using invasive, performance-limiting deep packet inspection(DPI) techniques. Service providers and enterprises can consistently deliver the highest levels of guaranteed performance and quality while significantly reducing capital equipment and recurring network costs. Anagran was founded by Internet pioneer Dr. Larry Roberts, recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Internet.

ViVOtech

Series C in 2007
ViVOtech, founded in 2001, specializes in providing software solutions for contactless and near field communications (NFC) payments. The company offers a range of products, including NFC payment systems, smart posters, and over-the-air card provisioning software, which facilitate mobile payments and promotional activities. Its ViVOnfc software supports mobile payment transactions, while the ViVOplatform enables retailers to manage promotional and loyalty applications effectively. ViVOtech's solutions cater to various sectors, including movie theaters, fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and public transportation, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. In October 2012, its Software Division was acquired by Sequent Software, expanding its reach in the secure mobile payments market.

Jaxtr

Series A in 2007
Jaxtr, Inc., founded in 2005 and based in Mountain View, California, is a social communications company that integrates global calling, SMS, and social networking. The company initially launched in 2007 with a widget that allows users to receive calls via VOIP while maintaining the privacy of their personal phone numbers. Jaxtr offers global SIM cards for travelers, a mobile app, and the Jaxtr Voice app, providing users with free local numbers in foreign countries to bypass expensive international phone charges. The service charges a nominal fee for connections and mobile calls, while allowing free calls between members to encourage usage. Additionally, Jaxtr features Cafe Jaxtr, a social network designed for users to connect over shared interests, and offers free global SMS to drive engagement and generate advertising revenue. Jaxtr distinguishes itself from competitors by allowing calls from any phone, whether mobile or landline, without the need for software downloads or Internet access. As of 2009, Jaxtr operates as a subsidiary of Sabse Technologies Inc.

Jaxtr

Seed Round in 2007
Jaxtr, Inc., founded in 2005 and based in Mountain View, California, is a social communications company that integrates global calling, SMS, and social networking. The company initially launched in 2007 with a widget that allows users to receive calls via VOIP while maintaining the privacy of their personal phone numbers. Jaxtr offers global SIM cards for travelers, a mobile app, and the Jaxtr Voice app, providing users with free local numbers in foreign countries to bypass expensive international phone charges. The service charges a nominal fee for connections and mobile calls, while allowing free calls between members to encourage usage. Additionally, Jaxtr features Cafe Jaxtr, a social network designed for users to connect over shared interests, and offers free global SMS to drive engagement and generate advertising revenue. Jaxtr distinguishes itself from competitors by allowing calls from any phone, whether mobile or landline, without the need for software downloads or Internet access. As of 2009, Jaxtr operates as a subsidiary of Sabse Technologies Inc.

Ooma

Series B in 2007
Ooma, Inc. is a communications services company that specializes in cloud-based software and unified communications solutions for both businesses and consumers. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Ooma offers a range of services designed to enhance communication and security. For businesses, the company provides Ooma Office, a multi-user communications system tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, along with features like call recording and enhanced call blocking. For consumers, Ooma delivers high-definition voice quality through products such as Ooma Telo, which serves as a primary home phone line, and offers smart security solutions that include wireless sensors and a smart video camera. Ooma's services are available through direct sales, distributors, retailers, and online platforms. The company focuses on creating connected experiences that improve productivity and security in both workplace and home environments.

Ooma

Series B in 2006
Ooma, Inc. is a communications services company that specializes in cloud-based software and unified communications solutions for both businesses and consumers. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Ooma offers a range of services designed to enhance communication and security. For businesses, the company provides Ooma Office, a multi-user communications system tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, along with features like call recording and enhanced call blocking. For consumers, Ooma delivers high-definition voice quality through products such as Ooma Telo, which serves as a primary home phone line, and offers smart security solutions that include wireless sensors and a smart video camera. Ooma's services are available through direct sales, distributors, retailers, and online platforms. The company focuses on creating connected experiences that improve productivity and security in both workplace and home environments.

Snapvine

Series A in 2006
Snapvine is a service that enables users to leave voicemails online through a centralized platform. Users can call a specific Snapvine number and enter a code linked to the intended recipient to record their message. Alternatively, they can utilize a microphone connected to their computer to leave messages. Voicemails can be shared through simple embeddable widgets, allowing for both public and private listening options. Public messages are accessible to anyone visiting the page where the widget is embedded, while private messages are restricted to the intended recipient. Snapvine has gained popularity on social networking sites, particularly among artists and celebrities who interact with their fans.

OnVantage

Series B in 2006
As of December 29, 2006, OnVantage, Inc. was acquired by StarCite, Inc. OnVantage, Inc. provides corporate spend management and supplier marketing technology for global professional meetings and events market. The company's products and services include spend management suite, sourcing management, Attendee Management solution, consulting, and sourcing and planning. Through its Marketplace for Meetings, the company connects various Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and associations to a global network of hotel properties and meeting suppliers. The company operates a searched online database for meetings and events, where various meeting professionals conduct searches daily. OnVantage was formed in 2004 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with sales and customer service operations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Hong Kong.

Anagran

Series B in 2005
Anagran's flow-based traffic management products eliminate the potentially crippling effects of network congestion to enable video, voice, data and wireless traffic to economically scale with flawless quality over converged IP networks. Anagran's products protect all key network traffic by managing end-to-end flows based on their behavior to ensure required quality and performance levels. Its products dynamically manages all network traffic regardless of application, protocol, or format, without using invasive, performance-limiting deep packet inspection(DPI) techniques. Service providers and enterprises can consistently deliver the highest levels of guaranteed performance and quality while significantly reducing capital equipment and recurring network costs. Anagran was founded by Internet pioneer Dr. Larry Roberts, recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Internet.

ViVOtech

Series B in 2005
ViVOtech, founded in 2001, specializes in providing software solutions for contactless and near field communications (NFC) payments. The company offers a range of products, including NFC payment systems, smart posters, and over-the-air card provisioning software, which facilitate mobile payments and promotional activities. Its ViVOnfc software supports mobile payment transactions, while the ViVOplatform enables retailers to manage promotional and loyalty applications effectively. ViVOtech's solutions cater to various sectors, including movie theaters, fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and public transportation, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. In October 2012, its Software Division was acquired by Sequent Software, expanding its reach in the secure mobile payments market.

Ooma

Series A in 2005
Ooma, Inc. is a communications services company that specializes in cloud-based software and unified communications solutions for both businesses and consumers. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Ooma offers a range of services designed to enhance communication and security. For businesses, the company provides Ooma Office, a multi-user communications system tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, along with features like call recording and enhanced call blocking. For consumers, Ooma delivers high-definition voice quality through products such as Ooma Telo, which serves as a primary home phone line, and offers smart security solutions that include wireless sensors and a smart video camera. Ooma's services are available through direct sales, distributors, retailers, and online platforms. The company focuses on creating connected experiences that improve productivity and security in both workplace and home environments.

Anagran

Series A in 2004
Anagran's flow-based traffic management products eliminate the potentially crippling effects of network congestion to enable video, voice, data and wireless traffic to economically scale with flawless quality over converged IP networks. Anagran's products protect all key network traffic by managing end-to-end flows based on their behavior to ensure required quality and performance levels. Its products dynamically manages all network traffic regardless of application, protocol, or format, without using invasive, performance-limiting deep packet inspection(DPI) techniques. Service providers and enterprises can consistently deliver the highest levels of guaranteed performance and quality while significantly reducing capital equipment and recurring network costs. Anagran was founded by Internet pioneer Dr. Larry Roberts, recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Internet.

Mobile 365

Series D in 2004
Mobile 365 is the new company formed from the merger of the two leaders in the mobile messaging world: InphoMatch, the leader in interoperable data and messaging services for mobile operators, and Mobileway, the leader in messaging solutions for brands and content providers. It is the global leader in the delivery, billing, and settlement of mobile messaging services. Their extensive footprint enables us to reach more mobile users—with more types of mobile data—than anyone else on the globe. They reliably deliver messages, premium content, and value-added services for the leading mobile operators, content providers, brands, and media companies worldwide.

Skype

Series B in 2004
Skype Communications SARL, founded in 2003 and headquartered in Luxembourg, is a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation that offers a versatile application for online communication. The service allows users to make audio and video calls, send instant messages, and conduct professional meetings, all through various devices including computers, mobile phones, and tablets. Skype facilitates connections between individuals and groups, enabling users to share experiences, celebrate events, and collaborate effectively, regardless of their physical locations. While the basic features of Skype are free, additional services such as calling landlines, sending texts, and accessing Wi-Fi can be obtained through pay-as-you-go options or subscriptions. The platform also emphasizes security, encrypting calls and chats to ensure privacy during communication.

Digital Path

Series C in 2004
Digital Path provides high-speed wireless broadband Internet and phone services to residential and business sectors in Northern California. It offers business-grade phone systems that include local and long-distance, hosted voicemail, multiple line configurations, and call forwarding services. The company also provides higher data speeds, dedicated business data circuits, multiple business telephone bundle options, competitive pricing, service quality guarantees, extensive rural and metro coverage, enhanced back-office configuration, and provisioning and installation services. In addition, it offers satellite, DSL, or cable services for the residential sector.

Digital Path

Series B in 2003
Digital Path provides high-speed wireless broadband Internet and phone services to residential and business sectors in Northern California. It offers business-grade phone systems that include local and long-distance, hosted voicemail, multiple line configurations, and call forwarding services. The company also provides higher data speeds, dedicated business data circuits, multiple business telephone bundle options, competitive pricing, service quality guarantees, extensive rural and metro coverage, enhanced back-office configuration, and provisioning and installation services. In addition, it offers satellite, DSL, or cable services for the residential sector.

IntelliVid

Series A in 2003
IntelliVid offers a range of intelligent software that boosts the effectiveness of video surveillance systems. The company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Digital Path

Series A in 2003
Digital Path provides high-speed wireless broadband Internet and phone services to residential and business sectors in Northern California. It offers business-grade phone systems that include local and long-distance, hosted voicemail, multiple line configurations, and call forwarding services. The company also provides higher data speeds, dedicated business data circuits, multiple business telephone bundle options, competitive pricing, service quality guarantees, extensive rural and metro coverage, enhanced back-office configuration, and provisioning and installation services. In addition, it offers satellite, DSL, or cable services for the residential sector.

IXI Mobile

Series C in 2002
IXI Mobile, Inc. engages in the development, production, and marketing of mobile messaging devices and related services. The company’s data-centric wireless mobile devices, Ogo, deliver various applications, including email, instant messaging, short messaging service, RSS, voice, Web browsing, games, headlines, and other Web information solutions. The company, through third parties, also provides hosted services, including gateways and backend servers, as well as related launch and support services. It serves mobile operators, mobile virtual network operators, and Internet service providers. The company, formerly Israel Technology Acquisition Company, is based in Belmont, California. As of January 8, 2009, IXI Mobile, Inc. operates as subsidiary of Runcom Technologies Ltd.

Ikimbo

Series D in 2002
Ikimbo offers communication and collaboration software and services for companies. It provides a unified applications platform that includes instant messaging, group email management, and real-time and asynchronous communication. The company also offers professional services to assist clients in planning, implementation and integration with legacy systems. Ikimbo’s clients include well known companies such as PricewaterhouseCoopers and Best Software. Ikimbo’s strategic partners include BroadBeam, OTG, Oracle, Hewlett-Packard, Ventera Corporation and Network Solutions. The company was established in 1999 and is based in Reston, Virginia.

Mobile 365

Series C in 2002
Mobile 365 is the new company formed from the merger of the two leaders in the mobile messaging world: InphoMatch, the leader in interoperable data and messaging services for mobile operators, and Mobileway, the leader in messaging solutions for brands and content providers. It is the global leader in the delivery, billing, and settlement of mobile messaging services. Their extensive footprint enables us to reach more mobile users—with more types of mobile data—than anyone else on the globe. They reliably deliver messages, premium content, and value-added services for the leading mobile operators, content providers, brands, and media companies worldwide.

CenterPost Communications

Series C in 2001
CenterPost Communications is a leading provider of enterprise multi-channel solutions for automating communications between companies and their customers via voice, email, fax, wireless text and instant messaging. CenterPost's solutions are designed to help companies acquire, care for, grow and retain customers by enabling frequent and relevant customer contact at a price-point that is far superior to traditional methods.

Quios

Series A in 2001
Quios provides a range of mobile messaging and entertainment services. Its services include cross-carrier messaging, bulk short messaging, short code, and mobile marketing, which are used for entertainment, customer relationship management, and interactive marketing applications. The company serves the operator, broadcast media, content provider, logistics, sales promotion, corporate, banking, retailing, brokering, tourism, transportation, gaming, and teaching industries. Quios was founded in 2001 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.

eWingz

Series A in 2001
eWingz Systems, Inc. doing business as Quios provides mobile messaging and entertainment services. Its services include cross-carrier messaging, bulk short messaging, short code, and mobile marketing, which are used for entertainment, customer relationship management, and interactive marketing applications. The company serves operator, broadcast media, portals/content provider, logistics, marketing/sales promotion, corporate, banking, retailing, brokering, tourism, transportation, gaming, and teaching industries. eWingz Systems, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Cable & Wireless. eWingz Systems, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.

Actelis Networks

Series C in 2001
Actelis Networks is the leading provider of high performance, scalable broadband over copper solutions to Telco, Mobile, and IoT networks. Actelis turns copper into a strategic asset that enables delivering reliable, high-speed Ethernet services and broadband access to more places and devices more quickly, easily, and cost-effectively than can be done by using fiber optics or microwave. The company was founded in 1998 and headquartered in Fremont, California.

iTelco

Series B in 2001
iTelco Communications, Inc., also known as eTouch.com(SM), is a leading application service provider serving Internet portals, ISPs and telcos with highly scalable, global, IP-based communication solutions for unified messaging, advanced telephony, and wireless applications. The company's current direct offering to consumers, eTouch Unified Messaging, offers free voicemail/e-mail/faxmail through an on-line Website, and free routing of voice messages around the world within the global eTouch network.

ViaFone

Series B in 2000
ViaFone is a world-class enterprise software company whose product, the OneBridge(TM) Mobility Platform, enables enterprises to easily build, deploy, and flexibly manage the long-term lifecycle of business applications across all wireless data and voice interfaces. ViaFone's mission is to help businesses conquer the complexity of the mobile environment, now and into the future, while improving their bottom line. With its unique combination of data and voice technologies, ViaFone's OneBridge enables the most complete mobile solutions for the vast array of WAP phones, PDAs, pagers, and standard voice telephones. Leveraging a strong partnership network and open-platform approach, OneBridge integrates seamlessly with backend infrastructures and links to the most popular business software from companies like Oracle, SAP and Siebel. ViaFone provides everything enterprises need to optimize IT investments as they maintain security and control of multiple mobile solutions for employees, partners, and customers on the go. Founded in September 1999, ViaFone is based in Redwood Shores, Calif.

Pagoo

Series C in 2000
Pagoo Inc. is a global provider of IP-based voice applications software and solutions. Pagoo´s applications are the first to make VoIP a true alternative to voice over traditional telephone networks.

CenterPost Communications

Series B in 2000
CenterPost Communications is a leading provider of enterprise multi-channel solutions for automating communications between companies and their customers via voice, email, fax, wireless text and instant messaging. CenterPost's solutions are designed to help companies acquire, care for, grow and retain customers by enabling frequent and relevant customer contact at a price-point that is far superior to traditional methods.

eYak (Sonexis)

Venture Round in 2000
eYak (Sonexis) is an IP telephony services company. It provides internet protocol media server software and solutions for voice applications. The company was founded by Jeff Flowers in 1999 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

ViaFone

Series A in 2000
ViaFone is a world-class enterprise software company whose product, the OneBridge(TM) Mobility Platform, enables enterprises to easily build, deploy, and flexibly manage the long-term lifecycle of business applications across all wireless data and voice interfaces. ViaFone's mission is to help businesses conquer the complexity of the mobile environment, now and into the future, while improving their bottom line. With its unique combination of data and voice technologies, ViaFone's OneBridge enables the most complete mobile solutions for the vast array of WAP phones, PDAs, pagers, and standard voice telephones. Leveraging a strong partnership network and open-platform approach, OneBridge integrates seamlessly with backend infrastructures and links to the most popular business software from companies like Oracle, SAP and Siebel. ViaFone provides everything enterprises need to optimize IT investments as they maintain security and control of multiple mobile solutions for employees, partners, and customers on the go. Founded in September 1999, ViaFone is based in Redwood Shores, Calif.

Ikimbo

Series A in 1999
Ikimbo offers communication and collaboration software and services for companies. It provides a unified applications platform that includes instant messaging, group email management, and real-time and asynchronous communication. The company also offers professional services to assist clients in planning, implementation and integration with legacy systems. Ikimbo’s clients include well known companies such as PricewaterhouseCoopers and Best Software. Ikimbo’s strategic partners include BroadBeam, OTG, Oracle, Hewlett-Packard, Ventera Corporation and Network Solutions. The company was established in 1999 and is based in Reston, Virginia.

I-Cube

Series C in 1996
I-Cube, Inc. develops integrated circuits for digital switching applications. It offers digital crosspoint switch integrated circuits for telecom products, such as optical network (SONET/SDH) equipment, wide area network multi-service switching systems, and integrated access devices. The company also offers products for test equipment, broadcast video servers, and other switching systems.
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