SmartForest Ventures

SmartForest Ventures was an early-stage venture capital firm based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2000 by Hugh Mackworth and Debi Coleman. The firm focused on investing in promising technology companies in the Pacific Northwest, particularly within the information technology sector. SmartForest aimed to foster the growth of innovative entrepreneurs by providing not only capital but also valuable expertise and mentorship, positioning itself as one of the region's first incubators. However, the firm phased out of business in 2015.

Deborah Coleman Ph.D

Co-Founder and General Partner

Past deals in Oregon

NexPlanar

Series C in 2008
NexPlanar Corporation specializes in the manufacturing of chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) pads for the semiconductor device industry. Founded in 2003 and based in Hillsboro, Oregon, the company also operates a manufacturing facility in Hopkins, Minnesota. NexPlanar's innovative products, which include hard, mid-hard, and ultra-soft pads, utilize proprietary nano-domain technology and patented molded grooves to enhance the efficiency of semiconductor fabrication processes. This technology allows for the tuning of pads to achieve improved yields and lower costs of ownership through extended pad life. Originally known as Neopad Technologies Corporation, the company rebranded to NexPlanar in September 2008 and has since become a subsidiary of Cabot Microelectronics Corporation.

iMove

Venture Round in 2008
iMove, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, specializes in developing visual-scanning hardware specifically for mission-critical security and surveillance applications. The company's focus is on immersive imaging technologies that enhance security operations by facilitating timely, accurate, and actionable decision-making. iMove is recognized for its spherical imaging technologies, which are designed to improve the efficacy of surveillance systems.

NexPlanar

Series C in 2008
NexPlanar Corporation specializes in the manufacturing of chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) pads for the semiconductor device industry. Founded in 2003 and based in Hillsboro, Oregon, the company also operates a manufacturing facility in Hopkins, Minnesota. NexPlanar's innovative products, which include hard, mid-hard, and ultra-soft pads, utilize proprietary nano-domain technology and patented molded grooves to enhance the efficiency of semiconductor fabrication processes. This technology allows for the tuning of pads to achieve improved yields and lower costs of ownership through extended pad life. Originally known as Neopad Technologies Corporation, the company rebranded to NexPlanar in September 2008 and has since become a subsidiary of Cabot Microelectronics Corporation.

NexPlanar

Series B in 2007
NexPlanar Corporation specializes in the manufacturing of chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) pads for the semiconductor device industry. Founded in 2003 and based in Hillsboro, Oregon, the company also operates a manufacturing facility in Hopkins, Minnesota. NexPlanar's innovative products, which include hard, mid-hard, and ultra-soft pads, utilize proprietary nano-domain technology and patented molded grooves to enhance the efficiency of semiconductor fabrication processes. This technology allows for the tuning of pads to achieve improved yields and lower costs of ownership through extended pad life. Originally known as Neopad Technologies Corporation, the company rebranded to NexPlanar in September 2008 and has since become a subsidiary of Cabot Microelectronics Corporation.

Phoseon Technology

Venture Round in 2006
Phoseon Technology specializes in manufacturing high-intensity UV LED light sources and equipment. Its products are designed for various industrial applications such as UV curing, semiconductor inspection, and lithography. The company serves original equipment manufacturers and end-user markets globally.

Attensa

Series B in 2005
Attensa Corporation is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based information management solutions for organizations. Founded in 2003, Attensa offers a platform designed to help content and information professionals connect individuals with relevant information that supports their work. Its flagship product, StreamServer, enables organizations to capture and maximize the impact of critical information, delivering real-time updates and alerts to facilitate informed decision-making. The platform aggregates and filters information into focused streams, ensuring that users receive the right content at the right time without altering their existing consumption habits. By enhancing access to relevant information, Attensa aims to improve productivity, accelerate insights, and foster better relationships within and outside of enterprises.

Phoseon Technology

Series B in 2005
Phoseon Technology specializes in manufacturing high-intensity UV LED light sources and equipment. Its products are designed for various industrial applications such as UV curing, semiconductor inspection, and lithography. The company serves original equipment manufacturers and end-user markets globally.

Attensa

Series A in 2004
Attensa Corporation is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based information management solutions for organizations. Founded in 2003, Attensa offers a platform designed to help content and information professionals connect individuals with relevant information that supports their work. Its flagship product, StreamServer, enables organizations to capture and maximize the impact of critical information, delivering real-time updates and alerts to facilitate informed decision-making. The platform aggregates and filters information into focused streams, ensuring that users receive the right content at the right time without altering their existing consumption habits. By enhancing access to relevant information, Attensa aims to improve productivity, accelerate insights, and foster better relationships within and outside of enterprises.

NexPlanar

Series A in 2004
NexPlanar Corporation specializes in the manufacturing of chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) pads for the semiconductor device industry. Founded in 2003 and based in Hillsboro, Oregon, the company also operates a manufacturing facility in Hopkins, Minnesota. NexPlanar's innovative products, which include hard, mid-hard, and ultra-soft pads, utilize proprietary nano-domain technology and patented molded grooves to enhance the efficiency of semiconductor fabrication processes. This technology allows for the tuning of pads to achieve improved yields and lower costs of ownership through extended pad life. Originally known as Neopad Technologies Corporation, the company rebranded to NexPlanar in September 2008 and has since become a subsidiary of Cabot Microelectronics Corporation.

iMove

Venture Round in 2002
iMove, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, specializes in developing visual-scanning hardware specifically for mission-critical security and surveillance applications. The company's focus is on immersive imaging technologies that enhance security operations by facilitating timely, accurate, and actionable decision-making. iMove is recognized for its spherical imaging technologies, which are designed to improve the efficacy of surveillance systems.

Finatus

Series B in 2002
Finatus provides online services that enables small- and medium-sized businesses to comply with environmental health and safety regulations. The company’s suite of services combines regulatory data, directions, and online wizard tools to help a manager through the entire compliance and reporting process. Finatus was founded in 2000 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Finatus

Series A in 2001
Finatus provides online services that enables small- and medium-sized businesses to comply with environmental health and safety regulations. The company’s suite of services combines regulatory data, directions, and online wizard tools to help a manager through the entire compliance and reporting process. Finatus was founded in 2000 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Teseda

Series A in 2001
Teseda Corporation, established in 2001 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, specializes in providing advanced hardware and software solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry. The company focuses on enhancing silicon debug, manufacturing ramp, failure analysis, and yield learning. Its product offerings include the DI Lab System for device testing and defect isolation, the Diagnostic Test System for efficient scan-based testing, and the Field Triage System designed for remote diagnostics in field locations. Teseda's innovative tools leverage scan-based testing to deliver cost-effective solutions that significantly improve productivity and profitability for its international clientele, which includes integrated device manufacturers and fabless companies. Renowned for its commitment to value, quality, and customer support, Teseda continues to lead in industry innovation through its skilled personnel and advanced technology.

TechTracker

Series A in 2000
TechTracker, Inc. is a technology support network services provider based in Portland, Oregon, that specializes in managing IT systems and technology. The company offers a range of services and products, including VersionTracker.com, which serves as an online resource for software updates, reviews, and downloads for various operating systems. Additionally, TechTracker provides VersionTracker Pro, a service that delivers customized software tracking lists directly to users' desktops. The company also operates MacFixIt.com, a platform dedicated to troubleshooting news and resources for Mac users, along with MacFixIt Pro, which offers enhanced access to archived materials and alerts. TechTracker generates revenue through advertisements on its websites, targeting systems developers, IT professionals, and technology consumers. Originally founded in 1999 as VersionTracker.com, Inc., it became a subsidiary of CNET Networks, Inc. in 2007.
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