GV

GV Management Company, LLC, formerly known as Google Ventures, serves as the venture capital arm of Alphabet Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Boston, New York, Cambridge, and London. The firm specializes in growth capital investments across various stages, including seed, early, mid, and late stages, focusing on sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, artificial intelligence, robotics, cyber security, and agriculture. GV has invested in over 300 companies, seeking to support startups that aim to innovate and transform industries. The firm typically invests up to $50 million, with smaller amounts allocated to early-stage ventures. GV provides its portfolio companies with exceptional support by connecting them with Google's resources and talent, leveraging a team of experts in engineering, design, science, and marketing to enhance their growth potential.

Karthik Ardhanareeswaran

Principal

Brian Bendett

Partner

Scott Biller

Venture Partner

Brendan Bulik-Sullivan

General Partner

A Marty Cannon

Founder and Managing Member

Sherry Chao

Principal

Tyson Clark

General Partner

Frederique Dame

Partner

Scott Davis

Venture Partner

Karim Faris

General Partner

Catherine J. Friedman

Executive Venture Partner

Cathy Friedman

Venture Partner

Anika Gupta

Principal

Han Hua

Principal

Crystal Huang

Partner

Tom Hulme

General Partner and Head of Europe

Rosana Kapeller

Investor

John Lyman

Partner

Michael Margolis

Partner

Laura Melahn

Partner

Dave Munichiello

Managing Partner

Erik Nordlander

General Partner

Sridhar Ramaswamy

Venture Partner

Leena Rao

Content Partner

David Reshef

Venture Partner

Ben Robbins

General Partner

Issi Rozen

Venture Partner

Elena Sakach

Investment Partner

Luna Schmid

Partner

Vidu Shanmugarajah

Partner

M.G. Siegler

General Partner

Graham Spencer

Managing Partner

Jon Stritar

Partner

Andy Wheeler

General Partner

Jeremy Whelchel

Partner

Sangeen Zeb

General Partner

Past deals in Search Engine

deepset

Series A in 2022
We are building the next enterprise search engine fueled by NLP and open-source. Building on top of latest NLP research we leverage question answering & transfer learning to provide granular, semantic search results tailored to different domains.

Censys

Series B in 2022
Censys, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in internet scanning and asset identification solutions. Founded in 2017 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Censys provides an internet device search engine that allows users to discover and analyze devices connected to the Internet, including computers, servers, and smart devices. The platform is utilized for various applications such as attack surface management, monitoring remote workforces, and identifying potential threats. Censys is recognized for delivering real-time visibility and risk assessments, making it a valuable resource for researchers, corporations, and government entities. The company's data-driven security solutions are employed by notable organizations, including FireEye, Google, NATO, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, to enhance their cybersecurity measures and proactively address threats.

Sense

Series C in 2021
Sense is an automated communication and engagement platform specifically designed for enterprise recruiting teams and the staffing industry. The platform aims to enhance talent engagement by providing tools that help reduce turnover and increase re-deployment rates. It offers a real-time, comprehensive view of consultants, enabling organizations to better understand their workforce dynamics. Based in San Francisco, Sense has attracted investment from notable venture capital firms, including Accel, GV, Khosla Ventures, Signia Ventures, and IDG SF.

Censys

Series A in 2020
Censys, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in internet scanning and asset identification solutions. Founded in 2017 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Censys provides an internet device search engine that allows users to discover and analyze devices connected to the Internet, including computers, servers, and smart devices. The platform is utilized for various applications such as attack surface management, monitoring remote workforces, and identifying potential threats. Censys is recognized for delivering real-time visibility and risk assessments, making it a valuable resource for researchers, corporations, and government entities. The company's data-driven security solutions are employed by notable organizations, including FireEye, Google, NATO, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, to enhance their cybersecurity measures and proactively address threats.

Sense

Series B in 2019
Sense is an automated communication and engagement platform specifically designed for enterprise recruiting teams and the staffing industry. The platform aims to enhance talent engagement by providing tools that help reduce turnover and increase re-deployment rates. It offers a real-time, comprehensive view of consultants, enabling organizations to better understand their workforce dynamics. Based in San Francisco, Sense has attracted investment from notable venture capital firms, including Accel, GV, Khosla Ventures, Signia Ventures, and IDG SF.

ThousandEyes

Series D in 2019
ThousandEyes empowers businesses to see, understand and improve connected experiences everywhere. The ThousandEyes cloud platform offers unmatched vantage points throughout the global Internet and provides immediate visibility into experience for every user and application over any network, so companies can deliver superior digital experiences, modernize their enterprise WAN, and successfully migrate to the cloud. ThousandEyes is central to the global operations of the world’s largest and fastest growing brands, including Comcast, eBay, HP, 100+ of the Global 2000, 60+ of the Fortune 500, 5 of the 6 top US banks, and 20 of the 25 top SaaS companies.

Dandelion

Series A in 2019
Dandelion's vision is to enable frictionless discovery of content and commerce. In a world where its easy for anyone to be a seller, it should be easy for anyone to be a marketer too. Dandelion provides the platform to storefronts, marketplaces, and their participants to make that happen.

Censys

Seed Round in 2018
Censys, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in internet scanning and asset identification solutions. Founded in 2017 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Censys provides an internet device search engine that allows users to discover and analyze devices connected to the Internet, including computers, servers, and smart devices. The platform is utilized for various applications such as attack surface management, monitoring remote workforces, and identifying potential threats. Censys is recognized for delivering real-time visibility and risk assessments, making it a valuable resource for researchers, corporations, and government entities. The company's data-driven security solutions are employed by notable organizations, including FireEye, Google, NATO, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, to enhance their cybersecurity measures and proactively address threats.

Sense

Series A in 2017
Sense is an automated communication and engagement platform specifically designed for enterprise recruiting teams and the staffing industry. The platform aims to enhance talent engagement by providing tools that help reduce turnover and increase re-deployment rates. It offers a real-time, comprehensive view of consultants, enabling organizations to better understand their workforce dynamics. Based in San Francisco, Sense has attracted investment from notable venture capital firms, including Accel, GV, Khosla Ventures, Signia Ventures, and IDG SF.

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.

Scalyr

Seed Round in 2016
Scalyr, Inc. offers a cloud-based platform that specializes in server log monitoring and management. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides tools for log aggregation, server monitoring, and system metrics collection. Scalyr's platform enables operations teams to analyze and visualize large volumes of data rapidly, allowing users to identify patterns across multiple servers. The service integrates various functionalities, including log analysis and error tracking, into a single interface, enhancing productivity and efficiency for development operations teams. Additionally, Scalyr’s intelligent alert system helps users detect potential issues before they escalate, streamlining the troubleshooting process and reducing incident resolution times.

ThousandEyes

Series C in 2016
ThousandEyes empowers businesses to see, understand and improve connected experiences everywhere. The ThousandEyes cloud platform offers unmatched vantage points throughout the global Internet and provides immediate visibility into experience for every user and application over any network, so companies can deliver superior digital experiences, modernize their enterprise WAN, and successfully migrate to the cloud. ThousandEyes is central to the global operations of the world’s largest and fastest growing brands, including Comcast, eBay, HP, 100+ of the Global 2000, 60+ of the Fortune 500, 5 of the 6 top US banks, and 20 of the 25 top SaaS companies.

BOOM

Series A in 2016
Content Promotion and Content Marketing Software

Scalyr

Seed Round in 2015
Scalyr, Inc. offers a cloud-based platform that specializes in server log monitoring and management. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company provides tools for log aggregation, server monitoring, and system metrics collection. Scalyr's platform enables operations teams to analyze and visualize large volumes of data rapidly, allowing users to identify patterns across multiple servers. The service integrates various functionalities, including log analysis and error tracking, into a single interface, enhancing productivity and efficiency for development operations teams. Additionally, Scalyr’s intelligent alert system helps users detect potential issues before they escalate, streamlining the troubleshooting process and reducing incident resolution times.

Urban Engines

Seed Round in 2014
Urban Engines, Inc. is a technology company focused on enhancing urban mobility through advanced data analytics and software solutions. Founded in 2011 and based in Los Altos, California, the company leverages big data from various transportation sources, including transit systems and delivery vehicles, to provide insights that alleviate congestion and improve commuting experiences. Its cloud-based platform facilitates better utilization of existing infrastructure and supports city planning and operations. Additionally, Urban Engines offers a mobile application that provides commuters with city-level insights and optimized routing options, enabling more efficient travel. As of 2016, Urban Engines operates as a subsidiary of Google, enhancing its capabilities in the field of urban transportation.

Zencoder

Venture Round in 2014
Zencoder is a web-based video encoding service that specializes in converting videos into formats compatible with web and mobile applications. Designed for websites and applications that require video uploads, Zencoder offers real-time encoding for both live and on-demand content. Its software features fast encoding speeds, easy API integration, and high scalability, allowing users to access powerful video encoding capabilities without the need to invest in or manage costly hardware and software. This service caters to a variety of devices, ensuring broad compatibility for end-users.

Scan

Series A in 2013
Scan specializes in mobile scanning technologies that connect physical and digital experiences. By leveraging tools such as QR codes, barcodes, and beacons, Scan enables businesses to enhance customer engagement through interactive features like social media integration and mobile commerce options. Its scanning application allows users to effortlessly scan QR codes or barcodes with their mobile devices, providing instant access to product information, including pricing and reviews. This technology facilitates the creation of customized experiences for consumers, allowing companies to effectively engage their audience and drive lead generation.

Airseed

Seed Round in 2013
Airseed, Inc. is a consumer intelligence platform based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012. The company offers a mobile application that helps users save money on travel by automatically tracking flight prices, notifying them of changes, and simplifying flight check-ins. Additionally, the app allows users to share travel itineraries with friends and family. For brands, Airseed provides analytics and insights into consumer behavior, enabling intent marketing strategies. The platform integrates tools that help users manage their travel-related activities, such as tracking packages and measuring spending patterns. Backed by notable investors, including Google Ventures and various Silicon Valley angel investors, Airseed aims to enhance the travel experience through its innovative technology.

Scan

Seed Round in 2012
Scan specializes in mobile scanning technologies that connect physical and digital experiences. By leveraging tools such as QR codes, barcodes, and beacons, Scan enables businesses to enhance customer engagement through interactive features like social media integration and mobile commerce options. Its scanning application allows users to effortlessly scan QR codes or barcodes with their mobile devices, providing instant access to product information, including pricing and reviews. This technology facilitates the creation of customized experiences for consumers, allowing companies to effectively engage their audience and drive lead generation.

echoecho

Seed Round in 2011
echoecho is a mobile phone software development company founded in 2010 to create and develop cutting edge smartphone solutions. The company's first product, an open API, cross-platform, carrier agnostic location sharing system called echoecho, is primed to be a market leader in the location based services sector. echoecho is confident that the ability to safely, simply and quickly share location with friends, family or business colleagues is a real problem that many users find themselves facing. "Where is John?" "Where is my girlfriend?" "I'm running late but I'd like to show you where I am located." echoecho seeks to continue redefining location sharing technology - and its uptake within and beyond the early adopter markets - by focusing on simplicity - rather than adding complexity. Since we figure we solved the problems of privacy, permission and preference inherent in location sharing very elegantly - we thought we'd add some more use cases into the mix - so users can now chat and find+share meeting places in 2 clicks. In the latest version of the software we also added a feature we call LIVE - essentially a short term 2-way real-time link between friends - it works very well and it's perfect for organising vehicle pickups (carpooling, dropping off and picking up friends etc)
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