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 Series D

Front

Series D in 2022
Front is a collaborative customer communication platform that integrates email and applications to enhance interactions between teams and customers. By offering a shared inbox, Front enables businesses to manage communications efficiently and foster meaningful relationships. The platform is utilized by over 6,000 organizations to scale personalized customer engagement and streamline workflows, ultimately driving significant business impact. Through its focus on facilitating natural conversations, Front helps companies cultivate enduring customer relationships and transform their operational effectiveness.

Viz

Series D in 2022
Viz.ai, Inc. specializes in healthcare imaging software designed to enhance stroke care through the use of artificial intelligence. The company's flagship technology synchronizes treatment by reducing delays in patient care, enabling rapid identification of large vessel occlusion (LVO) strokes using advanced deep learning algorithms. Key offerings include Viz LVO, which alerts on-call stroke teams based on CT angiogram images, and Viz CTP, which analyzes CT perfusion images and generates critical parametric data. Additionally, Viz HUB facilitates communication among clinical teams to coordinate care efficiently, while Viz VIEW allows healthcare professionals to view imaging data on mobile devices. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company aims to transform healthcare delivery by improving the speed and accessibility of treatment for stroke patients.

Salt Security

Series D in 2022
Salt Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in API security. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to prevent zero-day API breaches by utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform can be deployed quickly, learning the specific behavior of a company’s APIs without the need for configuration or customization. It automatically and continuously identifies potential threats, enabling clients to block API attacks effectively. The company aims to protect the essential APIs that underpin modern applications, helping organizations safeguard their digital assets against emerging cyber threats. Salt Security was previously known as SECful, Inc. before rebranding in June 2018.

Dutchie

Series D in 2021
Dutchie is an online cannabis ordering platform that connects consumers with local dispensaries. It allows users to enter their address to find nearby cannabis retailers, view product menus, and place orders for delivery or pickup through both web and mobile interfaces. By providing a safe and convenient way to purchase cannabis, Dutchie enhances the overall consumer experience. The platform also supports dispensaries by enabling them to manage their operations efficiently through e-commerce transactions and point-of-sale solutions.

LaunchDarkly

Series D in 2021
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

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.

Immuta

Series D in 2021
Immuta, Inc. develops a cloud-native data governance platform that focuses on automating data access control, security, and privacy compliance. The platform allows organizations to manage data security and privacy effectively, ensuring that users access only the data relevant to their roles and approved purposes. Immuta's solutions include automated data discovery, classification, and the establishment of security policies without requiring coding expertise. The platform also provides monitoring capabilities to track data usage, thereby enhancing transparency and compliance with global regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA. Immuta serves a diverse range of industries, including finance, healthcare, government, and manufacturing, facilitating cloud migration, regulatory compliance, and secure collaboration. Founded in 2014 and based in College Park, Maryland, with additional offices in Boston and Columbus, the company aims to foster collaboration among data engineering, security, legal, and compliance teams while minimizing risks associated with data access.

BetterUp

Series D in 2021
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development platform based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. The company provides a mobile-based solution for organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, aimed at enhancing employee performance through a science-backed methodology. BetterUp's platform facilitates on-demand virtual coaching sessions, allowing users to identify and practice new behaviors and mindsets essential for achieving high performance in a rapidly changing environment. The platform tracks and measures individual growth, helping employees cultivate skills that support both personal and professional development. Its diverse clientele includes notable companies like Genentech, Logitech, and Workday, reflecting its commitment to fostering an adaptive workforce.

Neocis

Series D in 2020
Neocis, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of robotic guidance systems for dental implant procedures. Founded in 2009 and based in Miami, Florida, Neocis has created Yomi, a robotic device designed to enhance the precision of dental implant placements. Yomi integrates computer imagery from CT scans with surgical planning, providing multi-sensory feedback to dental surgeons during procedures. The device is commercially available in the United States and has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Neocis focuses on collaborating with dental professionals to address surgical challenges and improve patient care through advanced technology, promoting a minimally invasive approach that facilitates faster surgery and recovery.

CircleCI

Series D in 2019
CircleCI is a provider of a continuous integration and delivery platform that enables software teams to automate the build, test, and deployment processes for web and mobile applications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, CircleCI helps developers release code confidently and quickly, addressing the challenges of speed and complexity in modern software development. By automating essential tasks, the platform allows teams to detect and resolve bugs before reaching end users, thereby enhancing the overall quality of software products. CircleCI's services are utilized by numerous leading companies, allowing developers to focus on creating business value efficiently. The company has garnered recognition for its workplace environment and is supported by various venture capital firms.

Patreon

Series D in 2019
Patreon Inc. operates a membership platform designed to help content creators and artists fund their work. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, Patreon.com facilitates connections between users and provides access to various types of content, including videos, photographs, artwork, audio clips, and more. The platform allows patrons to pledge support to their favorite creators on a recurring basis, thereby empowering a new generation of artists to earn a living from their passions. By enabling direct financial support from fans, Patreon fosters a sustainable ecosystem for creative individuals to thrive.

DataRobot

Series D in 2018
DataRobot, Inc. develops an automated machine learning platform designed to help enterprises build predictive models efficiently. The company's offerings include DataRobot Cloud, a predictive analytics platform available on-site or via the cloud, and DataRobot MLOps, which focuses on the deployment, monitoring, and management of machine learning models within organizations. Additionally, DataRobot Enterprise provides features such as flexible deployment, governance, and support, along with packages aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence projects and education services. The platform is suitable for a diverse range of professionals, including business analysts, data scientists, and IT specialists across various industries like banking, healthcare, and marketing. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, DataRobot also maintains operations in several international locations, including London, Paris, Kyiv, Tokyo, and Singapore. The company has established strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings in the competitive AI landscape.

SHIFT

Series D in 2018
Shift Technologies, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of new and used cars, offering a range of vehicle types including sedans, SUVs, and trucks. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional locations in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and Portland, Shift aims to simplify the car purchase experience. The company provides a comprehensive service that includes detailing vehicles, listing them on multiple platforms, managing test drives, and connecting sellers with potential buyers. Customers receive a detailed 150-point concierge report that encompasses vehicle specifications, high-resolution images, and history reports. Shift also offers financing options and additional support services throughout the car ownership lifecycle, making the process more accessible and enjoyable for consumers.

Outreach

Series D in 2018
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Outreach

Series D in 2018
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

InsightSquared

Series D in 2018
InsightSquared, Inc. specializes in sales performance analytics tailored for software as a service (SaaS) businesses. The company provides a comprehensive Revenue Intelligence Platform that includes multiple integrated solutions, enabling organizations to access actionable, real-time intelligence. Key offerings include Tiles, a reporting solution for sales analytics, and Slate, a report builder that consolidates data from various sources to extract insights. Additional services encompass marketing analytics, report authoring, and staffing analytics. InsightSquared's platform is designed to help businesses enhance their sales operations by improving pipeline management, conversion rates, and forecast accuracy, while also facilitating employee performance tracking and strategic decision-making. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InsightSquared also has an office in Austin, Texas. The company was formerly known as ClearInsight, Inc. before rebranding in December 2011.

Remitly

Series D in 2017
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that facilitates international money transfers through its extensive global network, serving regions such as Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. The company offers a mobile payment service that allows users to send money from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom using various digital devices. Remitly aims to disrupt the traditional money transfer industry, which is valued at $588 billion annually, by employing advanced technology to streamline the process and reduce fees. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., generating revenue primarily from transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Remitly also maintains offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua.

Livongo

Series D in 2017
Livongo Health, Inc. is a consumer digital health company based in Mountain View, California, that offers an integrated suite of solutions aimed at improving the management of chronic conditions. Founded in 2008, Livongo focuses on empowering individuals with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and behavioral health issues through real-time data capture and data-driven insights. The company provides cellular-connected devices, supplies, informed coaching, and access to medications, all designed to facilitate health behavior changes. Its product offerings include specialized programs for diabetes, hypertension, prediabetes and weight management, as well as behavioral health support. Livongo's innovative approach combines technology with personalized support, aiming to enhance both clinical outcomes and the overall experience for users and their healthcare teams. As of October 2020, Livongo operates as a subsidiary of Teladoc Health, Inc.

Ring

Series D in 2017
Ring is an outdoor home security company based in Santa Monica, California, established in 2012. It offers a range of smart security products designed to enhance home safety and reduce crime in neighborhoods. The company's lineup includes devices such as the Ring Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell Pro, Ring Stick Up Cam, and the Ring Floodlight Cam, all of which enable homeowners to monitor their properties effectively. These devices are equipped with features like wide-angle lenses, built-in microphones, and speakers, allowing users to see, hear, and communicate with visitors or intruders. By leveraging technology, Ring aims to create a digital neighborhood watch, empowering consumers to protect their homes and communities.

Giphy

Series D in 2016
Giphy, Inc. is an online platform that operates a search engine for users to search, share, and discover animated GIFs across various categories, including emotions, food, animals, and entertainment. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Giphy organizes GIFs to enhance user experience and facilitates sharing through social media channels. The platform not only allows users to upload their own GIFs but also collaborates with brands and artists to create original content. Giphy aims to evolve beyond a simple search engine into a community that caters to GIF enthusiasts and creators, fostering engagement and creativity within the realm of animated visual communication. As of May 2020, Giphy operates as a subsidiary of Instagram, LLC.

Cylance

Series D in 2016
Cylance Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based cybersecurity solutions that focus on predictive threat prevention. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company utilizes advanced algorithms and machine learning to identify threats, including malware, ransomware, and other cyber attack vectors, before they can cause harm. Cylance's offerings encompass a range of services, including AI-driven malware prevention, application control, memory protection, and automated threat detection and response. The company also provides consulting services, incident response, and educational programs, catering to various sectors such as critical infrastructure, healthcare, finance, government, and retail. As of early 2019, Cylance operates as a subsidiary of BlackBerry Limited, further enhancing its capabilities in the cybersecurity landscape.

Enlighted

Series D in 2016
Enlighted Inc. specializes in manufacturing lighting control systems for commercial environments both in the United States and internationally. Established in 2009 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers a range of products, including the Enlighted Sensor, which collects data on occupancy, ambient light, temperature, and energy consumption, and the Enlighted Room Control, a device that allows users to manage lighting levels in their spaces. The Enlighted Gateway aggregates data from these sensors and integrates it with the Energy Manager, a web-based interface designed for optimizing building system performance. Enlighted’s technology not only enhances energy efficiency but also improves workspace comfort, helping clients achieve sustainability goals while significantly reducing energy costs—sometimes by up to 70%. The company's solutions have been implemented across various commercial settings, including prominent Fortune 1000 companies. Since May 2018, Enlighted operates as a subsidiary of Siemens Industry, Inc.

Sisense

Series D in 2016
Sisense Inc. specializes in developing advanced business intelligence and data analytics software solutions. Its flagship product, Sisense, allows users to manage, analyze, and visualize complex data from diverse sources through interactive dashboards and data visualizations. The company enhances analytic adoption by offering Sisense Fusion, an AI-driven analytics cloud platform that integrates analytics into both customer-facing applications and employee workflows. Serving a broad range of industries, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing, Sisense caters to businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. With a commitment to customer success, Sisense has been recognized as a leader in the business intelligence sector and has established strategic partnerships, such as with Narrative Science. Founded in 2005, Sisense is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in London and Sydney.

Trustpilot

Series D in 2015
Trustpilot operates a global review platform that facilitates the sharing and discovery of business reviews, enabling consumers to read and write evaluations across a wide range of categories, including beauty, health, travel, and more. With over 58 million reviews covering more than 270,000 businesses, Trustpilot empowers consumers to make informed purchasing decisions while providing companies with tools to enhance customer engagement and improve services based on feedback. The platform garners significant visibility, with reviews being viewed over 3 billion times each month. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, Trustpilot has additional offices in Copenhagen, London, Denver, Berlin, Melbourne, and Vilnius, employing a diverse workforce of approximately 700 individuals from over 40 nationalities.

SimpliVity

Series D in 2015
SimpliVity Corporation specializes in hyperconverged infrastructure technology that integrates compute, storage, and networking into a single system, enhancing the deployment of resources and workloads. The company's key offerings include OmniCube, a 2U rack-mounted unit that provides essential server, storage, and networking services while optimizing the management and performance of virtualized workloads. Additionally, SimpliVity offers OmniView, a web-based support dashboard with predictive analytics, and OmniStack Hyperconverged Infrastructure, which works with Cisco UCS to consolidate various data center functions. These solutions are applicable across diverse sectors, including energy, education, financial services, government, manufacturing, IT services, and telecommunications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, SimpliVity has also established support centers in Ireland and North Carolina. As of early 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.

Rethink Robotics

Series D in 2015
Rethink Robotics is a company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing advanced robotic solutions for the manufacturing industry. Its flagship product, the Baxter robot, utilizes the Intera software platform to enhance workforce efficiency by integrating trainable, safe, and cost-effective robots alongside skilled human labor. Baxter is designed to automate repetitive and hazardous tasks, such as loading, packing, and inspection, thereby increasing flexibility and reducing operational costs for manufacturers in sectors like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. Additionally, Rethink Robotics offers the Baxter Research Robot for academic and corporate research, featuring integrated sensors and an open software development kit for custom application development. The company's mission is to drive innovation in robotics and support manufacturers in adapting to the demands of an agile economy. Rethink Robotics is backed by prominent investors, including Bezos Expeditions and Charles River Ventures.

Avant

Series D in 2014
Avant, LLC is an online marketplace lending platform that provides consumers access to personal loans for various purposes, including debt consolidation, medical expenses, and vacations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with additional offices in Los Angeles and London, the company collaborates with banks and financial institutions to enhance its offerings. Utilizing big data and machine-learning algorithms, Avant delivers a tailored approach to streamline credit options for its users. In addition to serving individual consumers in the United States and the United Kingdom, Avant operates an institutional marketplace that allows investors to purchase loans generated through its technology platform. The company also focuses on risk and fraud verification, credit policy adherence, and analytics to support its lending processes.

Enlighted

Series D in 2014
Enlighted Inc. specializes in manufacturing lighting control systems for commercial environments both in the United States and internationally. Established in 2009 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers a range of products, including the Enlighted Sensor, which collects data on occupancy, ambient light, temperature, and energy consumption, and the Enlighted Room Control, a device that allows users to manage lighting levels in their spaces. The Enlighted Gateway aggregates data from these sensors and integrates it with the Energy Manager, a web-based interface designed for optimizing building system performance. Enlighted’s technology not only enhances energy efficiency but also improves workspace comfort, helping clients achieve sustainability goals while significantly reducing energy costs—sometimes by up to 70%. The company's solutions have been implemented across various commercial settings, including prominent Fortune 1000 companies. Since May 2018, Enlighted operates as a subsidiary of Siemens Industry, Inc.

Anaplan

Series D in 2014
Anaplan, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based connected planning platform designed to enhance collaboration and decision-making across various business functions, including finance, sales, supply chain, marketing, and human resources. The platform integrates different database structures, allowing organizations to create and utilize models in a unified manner. Anaplan operates under a subscription model and offers its services over the Internet, in addition to providing professional services such as consulting, implementation, and training to support users in leveraging the platform effectively. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, Anaplan has a global presence with offices in multiple countries and a network of expert partners, catering to large and fast-growing organizations seeking to streamline their planning processes.

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.

Foursquare

Series D in 2013
Foursquare Labs, Inc. is a location technology platform that offers a variety of business solutions and consumer products centered around location intelligence. The company provides tools such as Pinpoint for data-driven media planning, Placed for offline attribution, and the Pilgrim SDK, which enables real-time location awareness in mobile applications. Additionally, Foursquare offers the Places API for accessing detailed data on commercial locations and analytics services that deliver insights into consumer behavior. Its consumer applications, Foursquare and Swarm, allow users to track and share their visited locations. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York City, Foursquare also operates offices in San Francisco, London, and Chicago, focusing on helping brands connect with targeted audiences and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Chef, Inc.

Series D in 2013
Chef, Inc. provides cloud-based infrastructure automation solutions. It offers configuration management, a solution to manage complex infrastructure; cloud management that enables users to manage and scale cloud infrastructure with no downtime or interruptions, as well as build, destroy, and rebuild servers on public or private cloud; and DevOps, a solution for collaboration between development and operations. The company also provides Enterprise Chef that automates user infrastructure that accelerates time to market, helps users to manage scale and complexity, and safeguards their systems; and professional services that include planning, training and skill development, and project-based services. Chef, Inc. was formerly known as Chef, Inc. and changed its name to Opscode, Inc. in December 2013. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Seattle, Washington. As of October 5, 2020, Chef, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Progress Software Corporation.

Flurry

Series D in 2013
Flurry, Inc. is a provider of mobile application analytics and advertising solutions, enabling businesses to build, measure, advertise, and monetize applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, London, and Mumbai, Flurry offers a suite of products designed to enhance user engagement and drive revenue. Flurry Analytics allows over 125,000 companies to track consumer interactions across more than 400,000 applications, providing insights into audience reach, retention, and conversions. The platform features AppSpot, which delivers targeted advertisements to optimize clicks and revenue, and AppCircle, which helps organizations grow their application audience. Additionally, Flurry Personas segments consumers by shared interests, while Flurry Marketplace connects publishers to advertisers through a streamlined SDK integration. Flurry operates as a subsidiary of Yahoo! Inc. since August 2014.

Superfish

Series D in 2013
Superfish is a developer and provider of an innovative, next-generation visual discovery platform that’s out to transform the way images are searched, seen, utilized, and shared over the web. Through its cutting-edge, patented technology and pioneering vision, Superfish has developed a cunningly intuitive visual search engine that analyzes images algorithmically, without the need for text tags or human intervention. The company is reinventing image search and focusing on empowering consumers and businesses to experience new ways to engage with and search visual content. Founded in 2006 by Adi Pinhas and Michael Chertok, Superfish is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, and is backed by Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ).

DataStax

Series D in 2013
DataStax, Inc. specializes in providing database software tailored for cloud applications, serving a diverse clientele that includes Fortune 100 companies globally. Its flagship product, DataStax Enterprise, enhances the capabilities of Apache Cassandra, offering fast performance and reliability for online applications. The company also features DataStax OpsCenter, a management and monitoring tool for database administrators, and K8ssandra, an open-source solution for deploying Cassandra on Kubernetes. Additionally, DataStax Astra offers a database-as-a-service platform that significantly accelerates deployment times, while DataStax Constellation streamlines the development and operation of modern applications. The company also provides training, support, and consulting services to ensure effective database management. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, DataStax maintains a global presence with offices in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, France, Germany, Australia, and Ireland.

Movidius

Series D in 2013
Movidius is a company specializing in vision processing technology, focusing on the design of compact, high-performance, ultralow power chips intended for computational imaging and vision processing. Its products include software, development tools, and reference designs aimed at creating intelligent and contextually aware experiences for users in mobile and wearable devices, as well as various consumer and industrial camera applications. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Movidius operates as a venture-backed start-up with investments from several notable venture capital firms.

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.

Nantero

Series D in 2012
Nantero is a next-generation memory technology that, packs massive amounts of storage and is nonvolatile. Its main focus is the commercial introduction of NRAM – a high-density high-speed nonvolatile random access storage device. The applications for the nonvolatile RAM Nantero is developing include smartphones, tablets, enterprise systems, notebook and desktop computers, as well as applications in the automotive and industrial arena. NRAM can be manufactured for both standalone and embedded memory applications. Nantero is also working with licensees on the development of additional applications of Nantero’s core nanotube-based technology.

Flurry

Series D in 2012
Flurry, Inc. is a provider of mobile application analytics and advertising solutions, enabling businesses to build, measure, advertise, and monetize applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, London, and Mumbai, Flurry offers a suite of products designed to enhance user engagement and drive revenue. Flurry Analytics allows over 125,000 companies to track consumer interactions across more than 400,000 applications, providing insights into audience reach, retention, and conversions. The platform features AppSpot, which delivers targeted advertisements to optimize clicks and revenue, and AppCircle, which helps organizations grow their application audience. Additionally, Flurry Personas segments consumers by shared interests, while Flurry Marketplace connects publishers to advertisers through a streamlined SDK integration. Flurry operates as a subsidiary of Yahoo! Inc. since August 2014.

Raydiance

Series D in 2012
Raydiance is a leading developer of ultrafast laser technology, focusing on creating compact and reliable femtosecond laser platforms for diverse industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and defense. Founded by technology pioneer Barry Schuler, the company emerged from a DARPA initiative aimed at miniaturizing ultrafast lasers for military use. Raydiance has developed the Smart Light technology, which enables innovative applications ranging from medical micro-devices to clean tech energy solutions. The company operates a high-volume manufacturing facility capable of producing thousands of units annually and has pioneered technologies like its proprietary fiber delivery system to facilitate commercial scalability. By integrating multiple markets onto its platform, Raydiance leverages volume-manufacturing techniques to reduce costs and broaden market access, transforming ultrafast lasers from specialized research tools into widely applicable technologies.

Komli Media

Series D in 2012
Komli Media is a prominent media technology company in the Asia Pacific region, specializing in digital advertising solutions for marketers, agencies, and publishers. The company offers a comprehensive advertisement network platform that employs advanced technology for audience targeting, lead acquisition, rich media, and online audience measurement. Komli Media focuses on enhancing programmatic buying to simplify and increase transparency in advertising across display, mobile, social, and video channels. By developing next-generation platforms, it aims to facilitate more effective audience engagement and brand impact measurement for its clients.

PubMatic

Series D in 2012
PubMatic, Inc. is a prominent provider of cloud infrastructure that facilitates real-time programmatic advertising transactions globally. The company offers a suite of solutions, including PubMatic Cloud, which serves as a customizable platform for publishers, and various technologies for header bidding and in-app advertising. Its offerings also encompass real-time bidding advertising technologies, digital inventory management, and tools for audience data transactions. PubMatic supports diverse ad formats across multiple digital devices, such as mobile apps, desktops, and connected televisions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company operates 12 offices and nine data centers worldwide. Processing nearly one trillion ad impressions monthly, PubMatic enables a seamless connection between consumers, content, and brands, positioning itself as a key player in the digital advertising technology market. Its revenue model primarily relies on a share of the advertising sales it facilitates, catering to both publishers and buyers, including demand-side platforms and direct advertisers.

Altobeam

Series D in 2012
AltoBeam (China) Inc. is a fabless integrated circuit (IC) design company specializing in the development and production of receiver and demodulator IC products for the global digital television industry. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Beijing, the company offers a range of products including demodulators, silicon tuners, and controllers. AltoBeam operates through offices in China and Korea and collaborates with agents in Japan and Taiwan to market its products. The company has a dedicated R&D center located in Beijing Tsinghua Science Park, where it fosters a motivating environment focused on innovation and employee development. AltoBeam's digital television receiver chips are designed to enhance television broadcast reception and digital wireless communication, catering to various applications such as mobile handhelds and digital set-top boxes. Through its advanced semiconductor technology, AltoBeam aims to provide higher technical specifications and integrated features, positioning itself competitively in the WLAN and IoT markets.

Intematix

Series D in 2012
Intematix Corporation engages in developing, manufacturing, marketing, and selling nano, bulk, and thin film materials to light and imaging markets. The company offers phosphors materials for LED, CCFL, CFL, and security/detection applications; lighting solutions; and energy storage/clean energy materials technologies, including fuel cell and battery materials. It also provides chips and silicones in the greater China market. Intematix Corporation was founded in 2000 and is based in Fremont, California with a technology center in Yang Mei, Taiwan.

SugarSync

Series D in 2012
SugarSync, Inc. is a cloud-based platform that allows users to back up, access, sync, and share files such as documents, photos, music, and movies across multiple devices, including computers and mobile devices. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, SugarSync offers solutions tailored for busy professionals and digitally-connected consumers. The platform includes security and protection features, as well as mobile applications compatible with various devices, including iPad, iPhone, Android, and Windows Mobile. SugarSync operates globally and is a subsidiary of j2 Global, Inc.

Solar Junction

Series D in 2012
Solar Junction is a manufacturer of high efficiency III-V multi-junction solar cells based on ASLAM ™ materials. The company is dedicated to providing the industry’s highest efficiency solar cells to enable CPV as a cost effective energy solution. Founded in 2007, Solar Junction is headquartered in San Jose, California. Investors include New Enterprise Associates, Draper Fisher Jurvetson and Advanced Technology Ventures.

NanoString Technologies

Series D in 2011
NanoString Technologies, Inc. is a provider of life science tools for translational research and molecular diagnostics on a global scale. The company specializes in the nCounter Analysis System, an automated platform for digital detection and quantification of nucleic acids. Key products include the nCounter MAX and FLEX systems, which feature an automated liquid handling component and a digital analyzer for data collection. Additionally, NanoString offers the nCounter SPRINT Profiler, nSolver Analysis Software, and custom CodeSets for tailored research needs. The company has developed various gene expression panels for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. Furthermore, NanoString is advancing spatial genomics through its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler and Hyb & Seq molecular profiling systems. Collaborations with prominent organizations, including Celgene and Merck, enhance its research capabilities, particularly in developing novel protein assays for breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, NanoString continues to innovate in the field of molecular diagnostics and research tools.

Box

Series D in 2011
Box is an online file sharing and cloud content management service that offers unlimited storage, custom branding, and administrative controls. Launched in 2006, Box aims to connect people, devices, and networks, providing secure access to content for over 8 million users. The platform enables individuals and businesses to store, share, and manage their critical information in the cloud, regardless of format or location. Box serves a diverse range of industries, helping organizations of all sizes to collaborate effectively while ensuring the security of their data. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Box continues to enhance its services to meet the evolving needs of its users.

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.

Ping Identity

Series D in 2011
Ping Identity Corporation specializes in providing intelligent identity solutions for enterprises globally. Its Ping Intelligent Identity platform enables secure access to various applications, including cloud, mobile, Software-as-a-Service, and on-premises solutions. The platform features capabilities such as secure single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, application security controls, unified profile directories, and data governance for identity data access. Additionally, it incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning for enhanced API security. The company's clientele includes prominent organizations across multiple sectors, such as Fortune 100 companies, U.S. banks, biopharmaceutical firms, healthcare plans, and retailers. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Ping Identity has evolved to promote Zero Trust security frameworks and personalized user experiences.

Box

Series D in 2011
Box is an online file sharing and cloud content management service that offers unlimited storage, custom branding, and administrative controls. Launched in 2006, Box aims to connect people, devices, and networks, providing secure access to content for over 8 million users. The platform enables individuals and businesses to store, share, and manage their critical information in the cloud, regardless of format or location. Box serves a diverse range of industries, helping organizations of all sizes to collaborate effectively while ensuring the security of their data. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Box continues to enhance its services to meet the evolving needs of its users.

Meebo

Series D in 2010
Meebo is a consumer internet company headquartered in Mountain View, California, that focuses on enhancing user engagement across the web through its advertising-supported social media platform. The company's primary product, the Meebo Bar, is an embedded solution for websites that allows publishers and advertisers to integrate content engagement and brand experiences into users' online interactions. In addition to this, Meebo offers a web sharing tool that enables users to share multimedia content and articles across various social networks, such as Twitter and Facebook, while also providing metrics on the engagement of their shared links. Originally launched in September 2005 as an instant messenger aggregator by founders Sandy Jen, Seth Sternberg, and Elaine Wherry, Meebo has since expanded its operations to include multiple offices in major U.S. cities. The company is supported by several notable venture capital firms, including True Ventures and Sequoia Capital.

iYogi

Series D in 2010
iYogi, Inc. is an on-demand software and services company that specializes in providing online technical support for a wide array of computing and communication devices. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Gurugram, India, the company offers a range of services, including optimization, diagnosis and repair, setup and installation, virus removal, usability training, networking, web presence, and managed services. iYogi caters to both consumers and small businesses, supporting various software categories such as browsers, multimedia, operating systems, productivity, security, and utilities, as well as devices like computers, peripherals, mobiles, gaming devices, and servers. With a presence in markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, and the GCC states, the company aims to provide convenient and reliable technical assistance to its clients through subscription-based support with round-the-clock technician availability. iYogi operates as a subsidiary of iYogi Technical Services Pvt. Ltd.

BrightSource

Series D in 2010
BrightSource Energy designs and builds large scale solar plants that deliver low-cost solar energy in the form of steam and/or electricity, at prices competitive with fossil fuels, to industrial and utility customers worldwide. BrightSource Energy enables industrial and utility companies to lessen their dependency on fossil fuels by providing a low cost, reliable source of clean energy during periods of peak usage. BrightSource Energy's corporate headquarters are located in Oakland, California.

Telaria

Series D in 2010
Telaria, Inc. is a software platform that enables publishers to manage and monetize their video advertising effectively across various regions, including the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in New York, the company specializes in providing real-time analytics, data, and decisioning tools, allowing publishers to optimize their digital video inventory's yield. Telaria's technology supports a fully programmatic approach tailored for digital video, including connected TV, mobile, and over-the-top content. Revenue is primarily generated on a transactional basis, with publishers paying for each advertising impression monetized on the platform according to a transparent fee structure. Formerly known as Tremor Video, Telaria rebranded in September 2017 and operates as a subsidiary of The Rubicon Project, Inc.

Tremor Video

Series D in 2010
Provides video advertising solutions for advertisers and agencies, and publisher partners in the United States and internationally.

Lumidigm

Series D in 2010
Lumidigm Inc. is a biometric company dedicated to enabling convenient, secure, and reliable identification and verification. Lumidigm powered sensors work because they produce high-quality images every time, in all conditions. Everyone is identifiable. Lumidigm provides biometric identity management for civil ID, point-of-sale, time & attendance, physical and logical access, and portable electronic device applications.

Yodle

Series D in 2010
Yodle, Inc. is a provider of online marketing services tailored for local business owners, founded in 2005 and headquartered in New York, New York. The company offers a range of services, including web presence management, local search placement, social media management, customer reviews, email marketing, and distribution of special offers. Yodle serves over 45,000 local business customers across more than 250 industries, with significant representation in legal, dental, medical, and home services sectors. The company also specializes in customized solutions for franchises and multi-location businesses, helping them unify and optimize their marketing strategies. Yodle's platform features mobile website creation, automated search engine optimization, and management of online reviews and offers, enabling businesses to enhance their online presence and attract customers effectively. As of 2016, Yodle operates as a subsidiary of Web.com Group, Inc.

BrightVolt

Series D in 2009
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.

Redfin

Series D in 2009
Redfin is a residential real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform for buying and selling homes. Founded in 2004 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company combines advanced technology with local expertise to streamline the real estate process. Its website and mobile application allow users to search for properties using various filters, including location, price, and amenities, while integrating multiple listing service (MLS) data with historical information. Redfin's agents collaborate with engineers to develop tools that enhance the customer experience. In addition to real estate brokerage services, the company provides mortgage loan origination and title and settlement services. Redfin operates through multiple segments, with the majority of its revenue generated from real estate services.

Technorati

Series D in 2009
Technorati, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing tools and services aimed at enhancing programmatic revenues for publishers. Founded in 2002, it operates an advertising platform that leverages technology and real-time market insights to optimize digital advertising interactions across a network of publishers. One of its key offerings, Contango, provides a technology platform that assists publishers in aggregating and managing demand partnerships efficiently. In addition to its advertising solutions, Technorati initially gained recognition for its Internet search engine designed for blogs, which helped users search, surface, and organize blogs and user-generated content. As of February 2016, Technorati operates as a subsidiary of Synacor, Inc.

BrightVolt

Series D in 2009
BrightVolt, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and mass production of ultra-thin film batteries tailored for various Internet-connected devices, including medical patches, sensor labels, and power cards. The company also creates custom solid-state thin film batteries and power solutions specifically for clients' IoT applications, alongside its Flexion solid-state lithium polymer batteries and thin microelectronics. BrightVolt's patented technology enhances battery chemistry by improving stability and abuse tolerance, allowing for the manufacture of high-energy-density, safe, and reliable solid-state batteries. Based in Redmond, Washington, the company markets its products both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1998, BrightVolt was previously known as Solicore, Inc.

Apieron

Series D in 2009
Apieron is a developer of a non-invasive device designed to monitor asthmatic conditions by measuring exhaled nitric oxide (eNO). This technology aids in the management of asthma and is currently cleared by the FDA for use exclusively in physician's offices. By providing healthcare professionals with a tool to assess and manage asthma more effectively, Apieron aims to improve patient care and outcomes in individuals suffering from this respiratory condition.

Socialtext

Series D in 2009
Socialtext is a company that specializes in enterprise social software, offering an integrated suite of web-based applications designed to enhance collaboration within organizations. By providing tools such as microblogging, blogs, wikis, profiles, and social spreadsheets, Socialtext enables employees to share critical information and work together in real-time, effectively breaking down information silos. The software is available through various deployment options, including hosted cloud services and on-site appliances, ensuring that enterprise customers can meet their specific security needs. Built on a flexible, web-oriented architecture, Socialtext's platform integrates seamlessly with traditional systems of record, such as CRM and ERP, allowing organizations to streamline discussions, collaboration, and action on essential business processes. With over 6,500 clients globally, including notable companies like Getty Images and Symantec, Socialtext has been instrumental in enhancing business performance through its innovative solutions.

Ripple TV

Series D in 2009
Ripple TV operates a national network of digital advertising screens targeting the areas of extended leisure time for people on-the-go. Ripple TV’s national network consists of thousands of screens located in places such as coffee shops, bookstores, and other high-traffic specialty retail locations for people who like to hang out and happen to have some attention to spare. Ripple TV was launched in 2006 and is headquartered in El Segundo, California.

CoalTek

Series D in 2009
CoalTek, Inc. specializes in producing high-quality coal by transforming lower-grade coal into a more efficient energy fuel with reduced environmental impact. The company employs a unique volumetric heating technology that selectively targets the moisture content in coal, using significantly less energy compared to traditional thermal methods. This innovative approach not only enhances plant efficiency but also ensures compliance with environmental standards. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Tucker, Georgia, CoalTek operates a commercial processing facility in Calvert City, Kentucky, which began operations in 2006 with an initial capacity of 120,000 tons per year. The company plans to expand this facility and establish additional sites to accommodate the increasing demand for cleaner coal solutions. Dr. Jerry Weinberg, a co-founder, and chief geologist Neil Ginther played crucial roles in developing and validating the technology over eight years.

Siimpel Corporation

Series D in 2008
Siimpel Corporation, founded in 2000 as SiWave, specializes in the development of high-precision MEMS sensors and optical technologies. Originating from expertise at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the company has established itself as a leader in innovation. Siimpel has achieved significant milestones, including the creation of the smallest high port count optical switches and the world's first MEMS horizon sensor. The company has also developed advanced laser ranging systems and compact MEMS components for NASA's Mars rovers. Since 2004, Siimpel has focused on applying its MEMS platform technology to significantly reduce the size of high-performance digital cameras, setting new benchmarks for both size and functionality in mobile devices. Recognized for its groundbreaking contributions, Siimpel has received prestigious awards, including the Advanced Technology Program award from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

SolarCity

Series D in 2008
SolarCity is a leading provider of solar energy systems in the United States, specializing in the design, financing, installation, and maintenance of solar panels and solar roof tiles. Based in San Mateo, California, the company serves a diverse clientele, including homeowners, businesses, government entities, and non-profit organizations. SolarCity focuses on delivering reliable and clean energy solutions that contribute to sustainability and reduce energy costs. In addition to its core operations, the company manages a fund that invests in renewable energy projects, further emphasizing its commitment to the solar energy sector.

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.

Meetup

Series D in 2008
Meetup, Inc. operates a website that facilitates the organization of local groups and events, enabling individuals to connect over shared interests. Founded in 2002 and based in New York City, the platform offers a wide range of categories, including arts and culture, business, health and well-being, technology, and various recreational activities. Meetup serves a global audience, providing resources for users to explore, teach, and learn in a collaborative environment. The company emphasizes the importance of social interaction and community engagement, encouraging people to come together to pursue their passions and enhance their lives. As of November 2017, Meetup operates as a subsidiary of The We Company.

ContextWeb

Series D in 2008
Contextweb offers real-time solutions to deliver advertisements using categories and keywords. As of September 22, 2011, Contextweb was acquired by PulsePoint. Contextweb operates as an advertising company. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in New York, New York.

Intematix

Series D in 2008
Intematix Corporation engages in developing, manufacturing, marketing, and selling nano, bulk, and thin film materials to light and imaging markets. The company offers phosphors materials for LED, CCFL, CFL, and security/detection applications; lighting solutions; and energy storage/clean energy materials technologies, including fuel cell and battery materials. It also provides chips and silicones in the greater China market. Intematix Corporation was founded in 2000 and is based in Fremont, California with a technology center in Yang Mei, Taiwan.

Technorati

Series D in 2008
Technorati, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing tools and services aimed at enhancing programmatic revenues for publishers. Founded in 2002, it operates an advertising platform that leverages technology and real-time market insights to optimize digital advertising interactions across a network of publishers. One of its key offerings, Contango, provides a technology platform that assists publishers in aggregating and managing demand partnerships efficiently. In addition to its advertising solutions, Technorati initially gained recognition for its Internet search engine designed for blogs, which helped users search, surface, and organize blogs and user-generated content. As of February 2016, Technorati operates as a subsidiary of Synacor, Inc.

Silverpop

Series D in 2008
Silverpop is a digital marketing software company that specializes in email marketing and marketing automation solutions. The company focuses on enhancing customer experiences by leveraging customer data and individual behaviors to inform real-time interactions. Silverpop enables marketers to automate personalized communications at scale, catering to both B2C and B2B sectors across various industries. With a strong reputation, Silverpop serves over 5,000 brands worldwide, providing tools that enhance engagement and drive revenue through effective customer communication strategies.

Akimbo

Series D in 2008
Akimbo is a white label video solution. It includes an advertising system and "supports multiple business models including ad-supported, transactional, subscription, download-to-own, download-to-burn, pay-per-minute, gift cards and account credits."

Liquid Machines

Series D in 2008
Liquid Machines' Enterprise Rights Management (ERM) software provides control of electronic corporate assets throughout the information lifecycle, making users more efficient and reducing the risk of compliance violations and intellectual property leakage. Liquid Machines’ Enterprise Rights Management solutions enable organizations to persistently control access and usage of electronic information regardless of where it exists without changing the way users work.

Mode Media

Series D in 2008
Mode Media, a top 10 U.S. media property with 136 million unique users a month, was founded in Silicon Valley in 2004 with a simple, yet powerful idea—to help people discover relevant content by combining the power of human curation of premium content with technology that distributes the right content to the right people at the right time. Today, Mode Media is building the largest independent premium video and content platform for creators powered by distribution and streaming technology that delivers targeted native videos, content and branded entertainment at scale in real-time. Mode.com is an owned & operated social networking platform where creators can upload videos and build content stories. Content on Mode is curated by professional editors and distributed in user feeds—personalized by the Mode content algorithm technology. Since launch six months ago, Mode has grown from zero to 31 million unique monthly users, and crossed over 1 billion streamed video views.

SugarCRM

Series D in 2008
SugarCRM Inc. provides customer relationship management (CRM) solutions tailored for both small businesses and large enterprises across various sectors, including manufacturing, financial services, and insurance. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company has additional offices in major cities such as New York, London, and Sydney, and operates in numerous countries across Europe and Latin America. SugarCRM's platform is designed to enhance customer interactions by offering a suite of applications that facilitate sales, marketing, and customer support. With over 1.5 million users in 120 countries, the company emphasizes an individualized and intuitive user experience that combines simplicity and mobility with effective business process management. This approach allows organizations to optimize their customer engagement and decision-making capabilities.

Siimpel Corporation

Series D in 2007
Siimpel Corporation, founded in 2000 as SiWave, specializes in the development of high-precision MEMS sensors and optical technologies. Originating from expertise at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the company has established itself as a leader in innovation. Siimpel has achieved significant milestones, including the creation of the smallest high port count optical switches and the world's first MEMS horizon sensor. The company has also developed advanced laser ranging systems and compact MEMS components for NASA's Mars rovers. Since 2004, Siimpel has focused on applying its MEMS platform technology to significantly reduce the size of high-performance digital cameras, setting new benchmarks for both size and functionality in mobile devices. Recognized for its groundbreaking contributions, Siimpel has received prestigious awards, including the Advanced Technology Program award from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Doppelganger

Series D in 2007
Doppelganger (formerly Evil Twin Studios) created and operates vSide, a 3D virtual world providing entertainment and social networking for the teen demographic. vSide users configure their own avatars, make friends, chat, dance, listen to music, shop for clothing, attend events and parties, create and decorate their own private spaces, and throw their own parties in those spaces, choosing the music, videos, and guest list.

4INFO

Series D in 2007
4INFO, Inc. is an identity and activation solutions company based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in New York. Founded in 2004, it specializes in mobile technology that addresses the attribution challenges faced by national brand advertisers, particularly in measuring sales lift at the cash register. The company’s flagship product, Bullseye ID, creates a match key that links consumer data to connected devices within households, covering nearly 100% of U.S. smartphone users. 4INFO’s AdHaven Platform facilitates precise audience targeting across various screens and enables measurement at scale. The company partners with leading data providers such as Acxiom, Nielsen, and Datalogix to enhance its targeting capabilities, allowing advertisers to access rich consumer segments. 4INFO places a strong emphasis on data privacy, implementing rigorous security measures to protect user information. The company has seen significant growth, with its brand ad revenue tripling since 2012 and serving top clients across multiple industries, including consumer packaged goods, retail, and automotive. 4INFO operates as a subsidiary of Cadent, LLC, and continues to innovate in mobile advertising solutions.

Tesla

Series D in 2007
Tesla, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, leases, and sells electric vehicles and energy generation and storage systems globally, including in the United States, China, and Europe. The company operates in two main segments: Automotive and Energy Generation and Storage. The Automotive segment offers a range of electric vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, and provides electric powertrain components and related services through its service locations and mobile technicians. It sells its vehicles through company-owned stores and its website. The Energy Generation and Storage segment focuses on energy storage solutions, such as lithium-ion battery systems for homes and commercial applications, and includes the design and installation of solar energy products. Tesla also offers vehicle insurance and promotes renewable energy solutions. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company aims to accelerate the world’s transition to electric mobility by expanding the availability and affordability of electric vehicles.

NanoOpto

Series D in 2006
NanoOpto is applying proprietary nano-optics and nano-manufacturing technology to design and make components for optical systems and networks. Based on years of research, the company's technology allows orders of magnitude more rapid prototyping, higher performance, and lower overall system cost. Both on its own and with corporate partners, NanoOpto will use subwavelength techniques to produce better conventional optical components and also to create new classes of integrated components. The company's development of proprietary nano-pattern transfer techniques forms the basis for high volume manufacture at its facility in Somerset, New Jersey.

Akana

Series D in 2006
Akana provides an end-to-end, full lifecycle API management tool for designing, implementing, securing, managing, monitoring, and publishing APIs. Well-suited for large diverse enterprises and federated API partner ecosystems, Akana can be deployed natively across clouds and on-premises, enables customers to deploy securely via an integrated no-code portal, and provides detailed business analytics. The Akana API platform has four main components: API analytics, API gateway, developer portal, and API lifecycle management. Visit our website to learn more about Akana and how we can help you manage and secure APIs in the enterprise.

Luminus Devices

Series D in 2006
Luminus Devices develops and manufactures high performance, solid state lighting solutions for a variety of illumination applications previously thought impossible for solid state lighting. Its patented PhlatLight® LEDs products are the brightest and most versatile solid state light sources available today, redefining the solid state lighting landscape by enabling the creation of innovative new products and applications. PhlatLight LED technology is used today in products from leading global mass market consumer and specialty products companies.

MForma Group

Series D in 2005
MFORMA is a leading global publisher and distributor of mobile entertainment. MFORMA provides wireless operators and their customers with the world's best content and brands, and provides developers and brand owners with the shortest route to market. MFORMA's customers include more than 100 of the world's leading wireless carriers. In addition to the industry's most comprehensive catalog of BREW, Java, SMS, MMS, and WAP games, MFORMA also provides sports, lifestyle, and information services subscription products. MFORMA's carrier-grade platform manages the delivery of downloadable games and applications for some of the world's largest carriers. MFORMA is a U.S. corporation with offices in San Francisco (headquarters), San Diego, and Los Angeles, California; Bellevue, Washington; London and Manchester, England; Shanghai and Beijing, China; and Seoul, Korea.

Xfire

Series D in 2005
Xfire is a leading provider of social gaming services aimed at core gamers. Founded in 2003 and later acquired by Viacom, the company was spun out in 2010 by a team of experienced entrepreneurs and investors. As of July 2012, Xfire boasted over 22 million registered users. The platform has undergone significant updates, including a revamped website and a new user interface. Recently, Xfire introduced a competitive gaming service called Battleground, which features various modes such as Instant Action, Challenges, and Tournaments, all supported by a virtual economy using Xcoin and Battle Tokens. In addition to competitive gaming, Xfire offers social networking features, group VOIP and chat capabilities, and tools for users to share in-game screenshots and videos, as well as live-stream gameplay.

Xtime

Series D in 2004
Xtime is a prominent provider of cloud-based Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and scheduling software specifically designed for automotive service departments in North America. With a customer base exceeding 3,000 dealerships and the registration of over 1 million customers, Xtime processes more than 1 million appointments each month. The company partners with leading global automotive manufacturers, including Lexus, Toyota, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Nissan, and is the preferred choice for major dealership groups such as AutoNation and Group 1 Automotive. By offering integrated software solutions that streamline marketing, sales, service, and operational workflows, Xtime enhances the customer experience in the retail automotive industry. Headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, Xtime continues to be a key player in automotive service technology.

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.

Zonare Medical Systems

Series D in 2003
Zonare Medical Systems, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of compact ultrasound systems utilized for diagnostic imaging across various clinical applications. Central to its offerings is the z.one ultrasound system, which incorporates the proprietary Zone Sonography technology, allowing for enhanced data acquisition and image formation. This technology enables clients to maintain their ultrasound systems while also integrating new clinical applications and advanced imaging capabilities. Zonare Medical markets its products through a direct sales force in the United States and a mix of distributors and direct sales personnel in around 40 international markets. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company aims to provide innovative and accessible medical technologies tailored to the needs of healthcare professionals.

Mimeo

Series D in 2003
Mimeo is a leading provider of online managed content distribution and printing services. Its cloud-based platform allows customers to easily create, manage, and distribute essential business content. Mimeo operates several divisions, including Mimeo for Business, which offers an on-demand printing service that enables customers to submit and print digital documents with late-night ordering capabilities for next-day delivery across North America and Europe. Additionally, MimeoPhotos provides a consumer-focused solution for personalized photo products such as photo books, calendars, and cards, available in 21 countries. The company also includes The School Planner Company, which specializes in customized student planners for educational institutions in Germany, the UK, France, and the US. Mimeo offers a variety of printing options, including color or black-and-white, various bindings, and finishing options, catering to diverse customer needs.

Everdream

Series D in 2003
Everdream Corporation specializes in providing on-demand personal computer and desktop management software services on an international scale. The company offers a comprehensive suite of compliance software that enables visibility into hardware and software assets, tracks software license usage, and automates software distribution to ensure regulatory compliance. Additionally, Everdream provides an uptime software services suite that safeguards against internet attacks, hackers, and data loss through malware protection, patch management, and online data backup. The company also delivers IT support services, including on-demand employee service desk solutions and remote control services, alongside managed services. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Everdream has operational facilities in Dallas, Texas, and Charlotte, North Carolina. It operates as a subsidiary of Dell Inc. since December 2007.

Clickmarks

Series D in 2002
Clickmarks, a venture backed company focused on providing a rapid, cost effective solution for performing integration and wireless enablement of enterprise applications.

Sygate Technologies

Series D in 2002
Sygate is the market leader of endpoint security solutions for the large enterprise. Using the award-winning Sygate Secure Enterprise, organizations protect their networks, enforce business policies, and automate security best practices to regain control of network security, ensure compliance across the enterprise and reduce cost. Partnerships with industry leaders, including Aventail, Cisco, iPass, Nortel, Netscreen and RSA, enable seamless protection across multiple platforms and applications. Sygate Technologies also makes award winning consumer and small business security and Internet access solutions that offer the user a range of features from basic to advanced.

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.

Fastparts

Series D in 2000
FastParts, Inc. operates as a B2B Internet marketplace for buyers and sellers of electronic inventory. It also provides auction services for the disposition of parts. The company was founded in 1991 and is based in San Jose, California.
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