General Catalyst

General Catalyst Group Management, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2000 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in North America and Europe. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth equity investments, focusing on a wide range of technology sectors, including advanced materials, clean energy, disruptive technology, healthcare IT, and consumer services, among others. General Catalyst typically invests between $0.05 million and $0.25 million in seed-stage companies and between $10 million and $50 million in growth equity, seeking profitable firms with substantial revenue and EBITDA. Their approach emphasizes mentorship and collaboration, fostering strong relationships with entrepreneurs who share their vision and values. They have managed eight venture capital funds, accumulating around $3.75 billion in capital commitments, reflecting their commitment to supporting innovative companies throughout their growth journey.

Adrian Abeijon

Investor

Mark Allen

CFO

Juliet Bailin

Principal

Brian Bedol

Managing Director

Marc Bhargava

Managing Director

Chris Bischoff

Managing Director

Larry Bohn

Managing Director

Kristen Camarota

Investor

Kenneth Chenault

Chairman and Managing Director

Quentin Clark

Managing Director

Mark Crane

Partner, Investment Team

Joel Cutler

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Christopher Davis

Partner, Investments

Kyle Doherty

Managing Director, Investments

Bill Fitzgerald

Co-Founder and Special Advisors

Molly Blaauw Gillis

Partner and Chief of Staff

Jeremy Goldstein

Partner

Julia Goodman

Investor

Drew Gordon

Investor

Steve Herrod

Managing Director

Tony Ho

Investor

Diana Hong

Investor

Mina Hsiang

Associate

Paula Hübner

Partner

Nmachi Jidenma

Partner

Christopher Kauffman

Principal and Member of the Investment Team

Zak Kukoff

Principal

Bill Kung

Principal

Paul Kwan

Managing Director

Alexandre Momeni

Executive, Investments and Partner

Deep Nishar

Managing Director

Dipchand ("Deep") Nishar

Managing Director

Reva Nohria

Principal

Trevor Oelschig

Managing Director

Pranay Orugunta

Healthcare Investor

Mo Punjwani

Associate, Investments

Candace Richardson

Principal

Max Rimpel

Partner

Paul Sagan

Investor

Pranav Singhvi

Managing Director

Vedant Suri

Investor

Alex Tran

Managing Director

Catherine Tu

Partner

Elena Viboch

Partner

Andrea Wang

Principal, Early Stage Investment

Vincent Zhu

Investor

Past deals in VoIP

Hopin

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

Loom

Series C in 2021
Loom, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a video messaging application designed to facilitate work communication. Founded in 2015, Loom allows users to capture, record, and narrate videos that can be instantly shared via a link, streamlining the process of conveying messages without the need to switch applications or upload content. The platform caters to a variety of use cases, including engineering, sales, recruiting, design, marketing, customer support, and leadership. In addition to its video messaging capabilities, Loom also offers a cloud-based photo and video library solution, enabling users to manage their media seamlessly across devices without consuming local storage space. This comprehensive approach addresses the challenges of photo and video management in an era of high-resolution content and limited storage capacity.

Hopin

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

TEOOH

Seed Round in 2020
TEOOH is a platform for hosting Virtual Events. From panel discussions to business conferences, anyone can host or attend virtual events in just a few clicks. Our aim is to become the easiest and most powerful way to engage global audiences, by allowing communities across the world to attend events and interact as they would do in the physical world, without the hassle of travelling or finding a venue. For more information, please visit www.teooh.com.

Loom

Series B in 2020
Loom, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a video messaging application designed to facilitate work communication. Founded in 2015, Loom allows users to capture, record, and narrate videos that can be instantly shared via a link, streamlining the process of conveying messages without the need to switch applications or upload content. The platform caters to a variety of use cases, including engineering, sales, recruiting, design, marketing, customer support, and leadership. In addition to its video messaging capabilities, Loom also offers a cloud-based photo and video library solution, enabling users to manage their media seamlessly across devices without consuming local storage space. This comprehensive approach addresses the challenges of photo and video management in an era of high-resolution content and limited storage capacity.

Vade

Series A in 2019
Vade Secure SASU specializes in email security software, providing protection against phishing, spear phishing, malware, and ransomware. The company's offerings include solutions such as Vade Secure for Office 365, Isltphishing threat detection for security operations centers, and enterprise cloud and gateway services. Vade Secure employs heuristic filtering to analyze incoming emails in real-time, effectively identifying and neutralizing threats, including zero-day attacks. Additionally, the company manages low-priority emails through its Graymail Management feature, which organizes non-essential communications into a separate folder. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Hem, France, Vade Secure serves a diverse range of sectors including international shipping, original equipment manufacturers, hosting companies, and enterprises. With a presence in five countries—USA, Canada, France, Hong Kong, and Japan—Vade Secure supports over 500 million mailboxes in 76 countries, ensuring round-the-clock assistance for its clients.

TEOOH

Pre Seed Round in 2019
TEOOH is a platform for hosting Virtual Events. From panel discussions to business conferences, anyone can host or attend virtual events in just a few clicks. Our aim is to become the easiest and most powerful way to engage global audiences, by allowing communities across the world to attend events and interact as they would do in the physical world, without the hassle of travelling or finding a venue. For more information, please visit www.teooh.com.

Highfive

Series C in 2018
Highfive Technologies, Inc. is a developer of video and web conferencing solutions that provide high-fidelity audio and high-definition 4K video connections. Founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, the company offers a range of browser-based devices that support video, audio, and screen sharing across laptops, tablets, and phones. Highfive’s innovative Hardware-as-a-Service model allows organizations to access high-quality conferencing technology with minimal upfront investment, enhancing the quality and ease of communication and collaboration in the workplace. In 2013, the company transitioned from its original name, Parlay Labs, Inc., and as of September 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Dialpad, Inc.

Loom

Seed Round in 2017
Loom, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a video messaging application designed to facilitate work communication. Founded in 2015, Loom allows users to capture, record, and narrate videos that can be instantly shared via a link, streamlining the process of conveying messages without the need to switch applications or upload content. The platform caters to a variety of use cases, including engineering, sales, recruiting, design, marketing, customer support, and leadership. In addition to its video messaging capabilities, Loom also offers a cloud-based photo and video library solution, enabling users to manage their media seamlessly across devices without consuming local storage space. This comprehensive approach addresses the challenges of photo and video management in an era of high-resolution content and limited storage capacity.

Highfive

Series B in 2015
Highfive Technologies, Inc. is a developer of video and web conferencing solutions that provide high-fidelity audio and high-definition 4K video connections. Founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, the company offers a range of browser-based devices that support video, audio, and screen sharing across laptops, tablets, and phones. Highfive’s innovative Hardware-as-a-Service model allows organizations to access high-quality conferencing technology with minimal upfront investment, enhancing the quality and ease of communication and collaboration in the workplace. In 2013, the company transitioned from its original name, Parlay Labs, Inc., and as of September 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Dialpad, Inc.

Talkray

Series B in 2014
Talkray is a developer of a mobile communication application that transforms smartphones into walkie-talkies, allowing users to make free calls and engage in chat. The application is available for download on both Android and iPhone platforms. In addition to voice communication, Talkray enables users to share photos, videos, and locations, facilitating a more connected experience with friends and family. The app prioritizes ease of use and accessibility, making it a versatile tool for maintaining personal connections.

Highfive

Series A in 2013
Highfive Technologies, Inc. is a developer of video and web conferencing solutions that provide high-fidelity audio and high-definition 4K video connections. Founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, the company offers a range of browser-based devices that support video, audio, and screen sharing across laptops, tablets, and phones. Highfive’s innovative Hardware-as-a-Service model allows organizations to access high-quality conferencing technology with minimal upfront investment, enhancing the quality and ease of communication and collaboration in the workplace. In 2013, the company transitioned from its original name, Parlay Labs, Inc., and as of September 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Dialpad, Inc.

Talkray

Series A in 2013
Talkray is a developer of a mobile communication application that transforms smartphones into walkie-talkies, allowing users to make free calls and engage in chat. The application is available for download on both Android and iPhone platforms. In addition to voice communication, Talkray enables users to share photos, videos, and locations, facilitating a more connected experience with friends and family. The app prioritizes ease of use and accessibility, making it a versatile tool for maintaining personal connections.

Virtual Instruments

Series D in 2012
Virtual Instruments is the leader in IT Infrastructure Performance Management for the physical, virtual, and cloud computing environments. Virtual Instruments is a dynamic, fast-growing technology company with a performance driven culture. Founded in June 2008 we are headquartered in the heart of the Silicon Valley, led by an industry-proven executive team, and backed by a group of highly experienced and successful investors. As a company, we are focused on delivering unparalleled value to our customers through a truly innovative combination of disruptive technology and revolutionary services. Our customers represent industry leading brands in every major vertical market, all of whom have some of the most performance sensitive and complex IT environments in the world. Our unwavering commitment to our customers' success, ensuring the performance and availability of their mission critical application workload as they migrate from physical to virtual and cloud computing environments, is what has fueled our record growth and is driving the ongoing development of our award winning Infrastructure Performance Management platform, VirtualWisdom.

Discord

Seed Round in 2012
Discord is a communication platform that provides voice, video, and text services, allowing users to connect and interact with friends and communities. Initially designed for gamers, it has expanded its appeal to various groups, including hobbyists, study groups, and local clubs. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Discord enables seamless communication through its instant messaging and digital distribution features, which are accessible on both desktops and mobile devices. The platform supports voice-over-internet protocol and texting, facilitating regular interaction without compromising performance during gaming or other activities.

Highfive

Series A in 2012
Highfive Technologies, Inc. is a developer of video and web conferencing solutions that provide high-fidelity audio and high-definition 4K video connections. Founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, the company offers a range of browser-based devices that support video, audio, and screen sharing across laptops, tablets, and phones. Highfive’s innovative Hardware-as-a-Service model allows organizations to access high-quality conferencing technology with minimal upfront investment, enhancing the quality and ease of communication and collaboration in the workplace. In 2013, the company transitioned from its original name, Parlay Labs, Inc., and as of September 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Dialpad, Inc.

BridgePort Networks

Series C in 2006
BridgePort Networks, Inc. specializes in developing fixed-mobile convergence applications for telecommunications service providers. The company offers MobileVoIP applications and infrastructure software that unify mobile and Voice over IP (VoIP) services under a single phone number. Key products include MobileIGNITE, a roaming solution that integrates mobile and VoIP services, and the NomadicONE Network Convergence Gateway, which extends phone number services across various access networks such as mobile, cable, DSL, and Wi-Fi. Additionally, BridgePort Networks provides applications like Dual-mode Handover, Mobile Business, Mobile IP-Centrex, and Mobile IP-PBX, which can be integrated with existing communication systems. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company serves a diverse clientele, including mobile providers, integrated providers, broadband providers, and Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). As of early 2008, BridgePort Networks operates as a subsidiary of CounterPath Corporation.

BridgePort Networks

Series B in 2004
BridgePort Networks, Inc. specializes in developing fixed-mobile convergence applications for telecommunications service providers. The company offers MobileVoIP applications and infrastructure software that unify mobile and Voice over IP (VoIP) services under a single phone number. Key products include MobileIGNITE, a roaming solution that integrates mobile and VoIP services, and the NomadicONE Network Convergence Gateway, which extends phone number services across various access networks such as mobile, cable, DSL, and Wi-Fi. Additionally, BridgePort Networks provides applications like Dual-mode Handover, Mobile Business, Mobile IP-Centrex, and Mobile IP-PBX, which can be integrated with existing communication systems. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company serves a diverse clientele, including mobile providers, integrated providers, broadband providers, and Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). As of early 2008, BridgePort Networks operates as a subsidiary of CounterPath Corporation.

BridgePort Networks

Series A in 2004
BridgePort Networks, Inc. specializes in developing fixed-mobile convergence applications for telecommunications service providers. The company offers MobileVoIP applications and infrastructure software that unify mobile and Voice over IP (VoIP) services under a single phone number. Key products include MobileIGNITE, a roaming solution that integrates mobile and VoIP services, and the NomadicONE Network Convergence Gateway, which extends phone number services across various access networks such as mobile, cable, DSL, and Wi-Fi. Additionally, BridgePort Networks provides applications like Dual-mode Handover, Mobile Business, Mobile IP-Centrex, and Mobile IP-PBX, which can be integrated with existing communication systems. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company serves a diverse clientele, including mobile providers, integrated providers, broadband providers, and Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). As of early 2008, BridgePort Networks operates as a subsidiary of CounterPath Corporation.

PhyFlex Networks

Venture Round in 2004
PhyFlex Networks is a business services software and broadband access company that creates new business models for cable operators through its True Broadband solution. True Broadband includes a comprehensive software suite for the creation, provisioning, and management of end-to-end broadband services dynamically and on demand.

PhyFlex Networks

Series B in 2002
PhyFlex Networks is a business services software and broadband access company that creates new business models for cable operators through its True Broadband solution. True Broadband includes a comprehensive software suite for the creation, provisioning, and management of end-to-end broadband services dynamically and on demand.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.