TCV

TCV, established in 1995, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. It specializes in providing growth capital to private and public technology companies, with a focus on business products, services, and technology-based sectors. TCV invests between $30 million to $300 million per deal, offering minority, majority, and public equity investments. To date, TCV has invested over $14 billion in more than 350 technology companies, contributing to over 145 public offerings and strategic acquisitions. Notable portfolio companies include Airbnb, Facebook, Netflix, Peloton, and Zillow. In addition to capital, TCV provides management teams with data-driven insights, sector expertise, talent access, and connections to category leaders.

Krista Anderson

Venture Partner

Krista Anderson-Copperman

Venture Partner

Anthony Arocho

Associate

Anthony Arocoho

Investor

Muz Ashraf

General Partner

Muzammai Ashraf

General Partner

Rafael Birnbaum

Vice President

Matt Brennan

General Partner

Bob Burke

Venture Partner

Andrea Cambria

Principal and Head of Valuation

Cristina Caporicci

Vice President of Finance

Meriann Chun

VP Finance, Management Company Controller

Natalie Curnes

Investor

Christopher Degiere

Partner of Data Intelligence Group

John Doran

General Partner

David Eichler

Partner

Dave Eichler

Partner

Erez Elisha

General Partner, CFO

Marta Estebanez

Partner

Omer Fancy

Senior Director - IT

Ric Fenton

General Partner

Aaron Ford

Partner, Data Intelligence Group

Alex Fowler

Associate

Rick Friedman

Principal

Morgan Gerlak

Partner

Colby Gilbert

Associate

Brian Goffman

Operating Partner

Gautam Gupta

General Partner

Emma Hanley

Associate

Amol Helekar

General Partner

Evan Hochhauser

Vice President

Sudeep Jandyam

Vice President

Brian Jawalka

Principal, Portfolio Operations

Michael Kalfayan

Partner

Richard Kimball

General Partner

Serhat Kizilboga

Vice President

Brian LaBrunda

Partner, Finance

Austin Levitt

Partner

Lucy Li

Associate

David Liang

Vice President

Woody Marshall

General Partner

Tim McAdam

General Partner

Brian McGinnis

Director - Portfolio Management and Analytics

Manavi Mehra

Investor

Rohan Misra

Investor

Lucy Norris

Venture Partner

Gal Peleg

Partner

Jonathan Poffley

Investor

Anita Pramoda

Venture Partner

Naren Radhakrishnan

Associate

Shalini Rao

Partner

Jon Rauen

Principal, Head of Capital Markets

Jonathon Rauen

Principal and Head of Capital Markets

Crista Ricci

Vice President and Fund Controller

Zachary Riedy

Partner

Matthew Robinson

Partner

Nathan Sanders

COO and General Partner

Hansen Shi

Investor

Robert Trudeau

General Partner

Gopi Vaddi

General Partner

Michelle Wickman

Principal, Portfolio Operations

Alexander Wortmann

Partner

Allison Xu

Vice President

Allison Xu

Vice President

Daniel Zajda JD

Senior Director, Human Capital

Sarah Zeng

Associate

Alberto Zenga

Partner

Jeff Zeren

Vice President

David Zhang

Partner

Clarey Zhu

Partner

Past deals in TMT

Believe

Post in 2024
Believe is a digital distributor focused on independent music, dedicated to supporting local artists and labels throughout their digital journeys. The company operates primarily through two segments: Premium Solutions and Automated Solutions. Premium Solutions involves the sale, promotion, and delivery of digital content for artists and labels, where Believe develops their catalogs across various digital platforms and social media, utilizing a revenue-sharing model. In contrast, Automated Solutions allows artists to distribute their audio content through the TuneCore platform, enabling a more streamlined and automated approach to reaching streaming services and social media. By prioritizing justice, expertise, respect, and transparency, Believe aims to empower independent musicians and enhance their visibility in the digital landscape.

Toast

Series F in 2020
Toast, Inc. is a Boston-based restaurant technology company that specializes in developing an all-in-one point-of-sale and restaurant management platform tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. Founded in 2011, Toast offers a cloud-based system designed specifically for restaurants, enabling functionalities such as tableside ordering, real-time reporting, online ordering, and labor management. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including restaurants, cafés, bars, and bakeries, and supports over 120,000 locations across the United States. Toast generates revenue through software subscription fees, transaction processing commissions, and additional services such as hardware installation and professional support. By facilitating payment transactions on its platform, Toast processed approximately $126 billion in gross volume in 2023, demonstrating its significant role in the restaurant technology landscape.

Believe

Series C in 2019
Believe is a digital distributor focused on independent music, dedicated to supporting local artists and labels throughout their digital journeys. The company operates primarily through two segments: Premium Solutions and Automated Solutions. Premium Solutions involves the sale, promotion, and delivery of digital content for artists and labels, where Believe develops their catalogs across various digital platforms and social media, utilizing a revenue-sharing model. In contrast, Automated Solutions allows artists to distribute their audio content through the TuneCore platform, enabling a more streamlined and automated approach to reaching streaming services and social media. By prioritizing justice, expertise, respect, and transparency, Believe aims to empower independent musicians and enhance their visibility in the digital landscape.

Toast

Series E in 2019
Toast, Inc. is a Boston-based restaurant technology company that specializes in developing an all-in-one point-of-sale and restaurant management platform tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. Founded in 2011, Toast offers a cloud-based system designed specifically for restaurants, enabling functionalities such as tableside ordering, real-time reporting, online ordering, and labor management. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including restaurants, cafés, bars, and bakeries, and supports over 120,000 locations across the United States. Toast generates revenue through software subscription fees, transaction processing commissions, and additional services such as hardware installation and professional support. By facilitating payment transactions on its platform, Toast processed approximately $126 billion in gross volume in 2023, demonstrating its significant role in the restaurant technology landscape.

KCG Holdings

Funding Round in 2019
KCG Holdings, formed in 2013 through the merger of Getco LLC and Knight Capital Group, is a leading independent market maker that specializes in providing financial services across various asset classes and time zones. The company focuses on market making, high-frequency trading, electronic execution, and institutional sales and trading. KCG combines advanced technology with dedicated client service to offer unique liquidity solutions, reduce transaction costs, and enhance pricing for its clients. By catering to diverse trading needs, KCG builds robust connections that foster efficient and resilient markets globally, ensuring that they deliver tailored solutions for every order, whether through automated systems or voice trading.

tastytrade

Series C in 2018
Tastytrade is a financial media company based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2011, that focuses on empowering individual investors through do-it-yourself investing. The company offers a platform rich in trade and finance-related content, providing actionable information, investment strategies, and entertainment specifically related to options trading and the stock market. Tastytrade aims to educate traders and investors by promoting a logical and mechanical approach to investing, which emphasizes the identification of opportunities based on probability and volatility. By leveraging technology and support, the company encourages its users to take control of their financial futures, moving away from reliance on traditional money managers and automated systems.

Silver Peak Systems

Series F in 2018
Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions that enable enterprises and service providers to effectively connect users to applications. The company offers Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN solution that allows customers to transition to a broadband WAN at their own pace, incorporating both MPLS and broadband Internet connectivity. Their product range includes WAN optimization solutions for branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments, featuring virtual and physical appliances designed to enhance application performance over distance. Additionally, Silver Peak provides replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and offers support services to its clients. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak became a subsidiary of Aruba Networks in September 2020 following its acquisition.

Varsity Tutors

Series C in 2018
Varsity Tutors LLC is a prominent live learning platform that provides private tutorial services across a wide range of subjects. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Clayton, Missouri, the company connects students with experts for live, personalized instruction. It operates the largest tutoring platform in the United States, offering services in more than 3,000 subjects, tests, and topics. Varsity Tutors facilitates various learning formats, including one-on-one sessions, small groups, and large classes, making quality education accessible at any time and from anywhere. The integration of personalization and artificial intelligence enhances the learning experience, encouraging students to excel and inspiring their creativity.

TripAdvisor

Post in 2018
Tripadvisor is the world's largest travel guidance platform, assisting hundreds of millions of travelers each month in planning and booking their trips. It provides a comprehensive service where users can discover accommodations, activities, and dining options based on millions of reviews and opinions from fellow travelers. The platform features over 1 billion reviews and information on approximately 8 million businesses, including hotels, restaurants, experiences, airlines, and cruises. In 2023, Tripadvisor generated significant revenue from its core Brand Tripadvisor segment, primarily through advertising on its metasearch platform. Additionally, the company’s experiences brand, Viator, accounted for a substantial portion of its sales, while its dining brand, TheFork, contributed to its overall revenue. This extensive array of services positions Tripadvisor as a key resource for travelers seeking to enhance their travel experiences.

TripAdvisor

Post in 2016
Tripadvisor is the world's largest travel guidance platform, assisting hundreds of millions of travelers each month in planning and booking their trips. It provides a comprehensive service where users can discover accommodations, activities, and dining options based on millions of reviews and opinions from fellow travelers. The platform features over 1 billion reviews and information on approximately 8 million businesses, including hotels, restaurants, experiences, airlines, and cruises. In 2023, Tripadvisor generated significant revenue from its core Brand Tripadvisor segment, primarily through advertising on its metasearch platform. Additionally, the company’s experiences brand, Viator, accounted for a substantial portion of its sales, while its dining brand, TheFork, contributed to its overall revenue. This extensive array of services positions Tripadvisor as a key resource for travelers seeking to enhance their travel experiences.

Silver Peak Systems

Venture Round in 2016
Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions that enable enterprises and service providers to effectively connect users to applications. The company offers Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN solution that allows customers to transition to a broadband WAN at their own pace, incorporating both MPLS and broadband Internet connectivity. Their product range includes WAN optimization solutions for branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments, featuring virtual and physical appliances designed to enhance application performance over distance. Additionally, Silver Peak provides replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and offers support services to its clients. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak became a subsidiary of Aruba Networks in September 2020 following its acquisition.

Perfecto Mobile

Series E in 2015
Perfecto Mobile Ltd., established in 2006, operates a cloud-based platform for software testing across web, mobile, and IoT devices. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in Israel, UK, and Germany, the company offers Continuous Quality Lab for building, testing, optimizing, and monitoring mobile apps' usability and performance. Its DevTunnel tool facilitates debugging of mobile and web applications. Perfecto also provides remote browser and device testing solutions, enterprise-grade security, professional services like QuickStart and black belt programs, and test automation, performance testing, and mobile monitoring solutions. Serving Fortune 500 companies across industries worldwide, Perfecto Mobile operates as a subsidiary of Perforce Software Inc., following its acquisition in 2018.

Varsity Tutors

Series B in 2015
Varsity Tutors LLC is a prominent live learning platform that provides private tutorial services across a wide range of subjects. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Clayton, Missouri, the company connects students with experts for live, personalized instruction. It operates the largest tutoring platform in the United States, offering services in more than 3,000 subjects, tests, and topics. Varsity Tutors facilitates various learning formats, including one-on-one sessions, small groups, and large classes, making quality education accessible at any time and from anywhere. The integration of personalization and artificial intelligence enhances the learning experience, encouraging students to excel and inspiring their creativity.

Believe

Private Equity Round in 2015
Believe is a digital distributor focused on independent music, dedicated to supporting local artists and labels throughout their digital journeys. The company operates primarily through two segments: Premium Solutions and Automated Solutions. Premium Solutions involves the sale, promotion, and delivery of digital content for artists and labels, where Believe develops their catalogs across various digital platforms and social media, utilizing a revenue-sharing model. In contrast, Automated Solutions allows artists to distribute their audio content through the TuneCore platform, enabling a more streamlined and automated approach to reaching streaming services and social media. By prioritizing justice, expertise, respect, and transparency, Believe aims to empower independent musicians and enhance their visibility in the digital landscape.

Perfecto Mobile

Series D in 2014
Perfecto Mobile Ltd., established in 2006, operates a cloud-based platform for software testing across web, mobile, and IoT devices. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in Israel, UK, and Germany, the company offers Continuous Quality Lab for building, testing, optimizing, and monitoring mobile apps' usability and performance. Its DevTunnel tool facilitates debugging of mobile and web applications. Perfecto also provides remote browser and device testing solutions, enterprise-grade security, professional services like QuickStart and black belt programs, and test automation, performance testing, and mobile monitoring solutions. Serving Fortune 500 companies across industries worldwide, Perfecto Mobile operates as a subsidiary of Perforce Software Inc., following its acquisition in 2018.

Believe

Venture Round in 2014
Believe is a digital distributor focused on independent music, dedicated to supporting local artists and labels throughout their digital journeys. The company operates primarily through two segments: Premium Solutions and Automated Solutions. Premium Solutions involves the sale, promotion, and delivery of digital content for artists and labels, where Believe develops their catalogs across various digital platforms and social media, utilizing a revenue-sharing model. In contrast, Automated Solutions allows artists to distribute their audio content through the TuneCore platform, enabling a more streamlined and automated approach to reaching streaming services and social media. By prioritizing justice, expertise, respect, and transparency, Believe aims to empower independent musicians and enhance their visibility in the digital landscape.

Perfecto Mobile

Series C in 2012
Perfecto Mobile Ltd., established in 2006, operates a cloud-based platform for software testing across web, mobile, and IoT devices. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in Israel, UK, and Germany, the company offers Continuous Quality Lab for building, testing, optimizing, and monitoring mobile apps' usability and performance. Its DevTunnel tool facilitates debugging of mobile and web applications. Perfecto also provides remote browser and device testing solutions, enterprise-grade security, professional services like QuickStart and black belt programs, and test automation, performance testing, and mobile monitoring solutions. Serving Fortune 500 companies across industries worldwide, Perfecto Mobile operates as a subsidiary of Perforce Software Inc., following its acquisition in 2018.

Perfecto Mobile

Series B in 2011
Perfecto Mobile Ltd., established in 2006, operates a cloud-based platform for software testing across web, mobile, and IoT devices. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in Israel, UK, and Germany, the company offers Continuous Quality Lab for building, testing, optimizing, and monitoring mobile apps' usability and performance. Its DevTunnel tool facilitates debugging of mobile and web applications. Perfecto also provides remote browser and device testing solutions, enterprise-grade security, professional services like QuickStart and black belt programs, and test automation, performance testing, and mobile monitoring solutions. Serving Fortune 500 companies across industries worldwide, Perfecto Mobile operates as a subsidiary of Perforce Software Inc., following its acquisition in 2018.

Merkle

Venture Round in 2010
Merkle is a prominent independent customer relationship marketing agency based in Columbia, Maryland. With over 20 years of experience, it partners with Fortune 1000 companies and leading nonprofit organizations to enhance the value of their customer portfolios. Merkle offers a comprehensive range of services, including marketing, technical, analytical, and creative support, to develop and implement Integrated Customer Marketing programs. The agency employs more than 1,000 professionals and maintains offices in major cities such as Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York. Its approach emphasizes a consultative strategy, allowing clients to effectively design, execute, and evaluate customer relationship management initiatives throughout the buying cycle and across various channels.

Merkle

Private Equity Round in 2010
Merkle is a prominent independent customer relationship marketing agency based in Columbia, Maryland. With over 20 years of experience, it partners with Fortune 1000 companies and leading nonprofit organizations to enhance the value of their customer portfolios. Merkle offers a comprehensive range of services, including marketing, technical, analytical, and creative support, to develop and implement Integrated Customer Marketing programs. The agency employs more than 1,000 professionals and maintains offices in major cities such as Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York. Its approach emphasizes a consultative strategy, allowing clients to effectively design, execute, and evaluate customer relationship management initiatives throughout the buying cycle and across various channels.

Merkle

Venture Round in 2008
Merkle is a prominent independent customer relationship marketing agency based in Columbia, Maryland. With over 20 years of experience, it partners with Fortune 1000 companies and leading nonprofit organizations to enhance the value of their customer portfolios. Merkle offers a comprehensive range of services, including marketing, technical, analytical, and creative support, to develop and implement Integrated Customer Marketing programs. The agency employs more than 1,000 professionals and maintains offices in major cities such as Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York. Its approach emphasizes a consultative strategy, allowing clients to effectively design, execute, and evaluate customer relationship management initiatives throughout the buying cycle and across various channels.

Perfecto Mobile

Series A in 2007
Perfecto Mobile Ltd., established in 2006, operates a cloud-based platform for software testing across web, mobile, and IoT devices. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in Israel, UK, and Germany, the company offers Continuous Quality Lab for building, testing, optimizing, and monitoring mobile apps' usability and performance. Its DevTunnel tool facilitates debugging of mobile and web applications. Perfecto also provides remote browser and device testing solutions, enterprise-grade security, professional services like QuickStart and black belt programs, and test automation, performance testing, and mobile monitoring solutions. Serving Fortune 500 companies across industries worldwide, Perfecto Mobile operates as a subsidiary of Perforce Software Inc., following its acquisition in 2018.

Technical Communities

Series D in 2006
Technical Communities Inc., operating as TestMart, specializes in marketing solutions and distribution services primarily aimed at organizations selling to U.S. government entities, prime contractors, and educational institutions. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Bruno, California, the company provides comprehensive GSA contract management and consulting services, along with direct marketing and sales support. It assists clients in managing their GSA schedules and contracts, facilitating sales to government and military sectors. Additionally, Technical Communities operates online marketplaces that feature a wide range of technology products, enabling buyers to efficiently find and procure necessary items. The company also offers resources for IT certification testing, training, and continuing education, while functioning as an advertising agency that delivers lead generation, brand awareness, and market research programs. With over 15 years of experience, Technical Communities leverages its proprietary database of over two million prospects to enhance sales and marketing efforts in the B2B and B2G sectors.

Bevocal

Series E in 2005
BeVocal, Inc. is a provider of hosted customer automated self-service solutions, primarily serving communications service providers and enterprise call centers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in developing speech-based customer care solutions tailored for the mobile communications market. BeVocal offers an integrated suite of voice and data applications, including speech-enabled call routing and destination applications that facilitate automated service interactions. Its self-service systems empower users to navigate customer service processes independently, thereby reducing the need for live agents. The solutions provided by BeVocal enhance customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth by enabling efficient customer service activation, care, and fulfillment. In 2007, BeVocal became a subsidiary of Nuance Communications, Inc.

Informa TechTarget

Series C in 2004
Informa TechTarget provides purchase intent-driven marketing and sales services for enterprise technology companies. The company attracts technology buyers researching companies’ information technology needs, with quality editorial content across more than 140 highly targeted technology-specific websites.

Continuous Computing

Venture Round in 2004
Continuous Computing is a provider of integrated platform solutions designed to assist network equipment manufacturers in addressing the mobile broadband capacity challenge efficiently and cost-effectively. With over 20 years of experience in telecom innovation, the company enables its clients to enhance their Return on Investment by allowing them to concentrate on differentiating their offerings in 3G, LTE, Femtocell, and Deep Packet Inspection applications. Continuous Computing stands out for its expertise and responsiveness, uniquely combining advanced ATCA platforms with renowned Trillium protocol software to deliver optimized wireless and packet processing products. The company is actively involved in several industry organizations, including 3GPP, ETSI, and the Femto Forum, reflecting its commitment to advancing telecommunications technology.

Informa TechTarget

Series B in 2004
Informa TechTarget provides purchase intent-driven marketing and sales services for enterprise technology companies. The company attracts technology buyers researching companies’ information technology needs, with quality editorial content across more than 140 highly targeted technology-specific websites.

Redback Networks

Venture Round in 2004
Redback Networks, Inc. specializes in advanced telecommunications networking equipment, catering to markets in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company offers a range of products, including the SmartEdge service gateway, which integrates scalable edge routing, Ethernet aggregation, and subscriber management. Additionally, it provides SMS product families that allow service providers and carriers to manage broadband and dial-up subscribers through a unified platform, along with the NetOp policy manager for policy management across its product offerings. Redback Networks' solutions are designed to support service providers in developing Internet protocol-based broadband networks, facilitating high-speed access and services for both consumers and businesses. The company also engages in collaboration agreements with various industry organizations to enhance its offerings and contribute to the telecommunications sector.

Fiberlink

Series C in 2003
Fiberlink Communications Corporation provides mobility as a service (MaaS) that helps enterprises to connect, control, and secure laptops and mobile devices. Its MaaS Platform helps mobile workers to connect to the Internet and the applications and data they need. The company's MaaS platform is used to perform identity management and authentication services; deploy, monitor, and manage security and connectivity applications on laptops and PCs; view information on compliance status, security events, and connectivity costs; and protect mobile devices and the data from loss, theft, data leakage, hackers, and viruses. Its MaaS360 mobility platform manages security and connectivity services on mobile and remote devices, as well as helps administrators to deploy, monitor, update, and remediate various endpoint security and connectivity applications.

WebTone Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2002
WebTone began as a pioneer in the development of advanced call center and Internet capabilities. In 2001, the company acquired The Broadway & Seymour Group, a move that expanded WebTone's core technologies with leading-edge branch and call center automation. WebTone's TouchPoint suite is comprised of a variety of modules that allow institutions to provide efficient, personalized service while taking advantage of opportunities to deepen customer relationships. At the heart of the suite is TouchPoint Enterprise ServicesTM, the architecture that allows consistent communication across all delivery channels and business units.

Bevocal

Series C in 2002
BeVocal, Inc. is a provider of hosted customer automated self-service solutions, primarily serving communications service providers and enterprise call centers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in developing speech-based customer care solutions tailored for the mobile communications market. BeVocal offers an integrated suite of voice and data applications, including speech-enabled call routing and destination applications that facilitate automated service interactions. Its self-service systems empower users to navigate customer service processes independently, thereby reducing the need for live agents. The solutions provided by BeVocal enhance customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth by enabling efficient customer service activation, care, and fulfillment. In 2007, BeVocal became a subsidiary of Nuance Communications, Inc.

Integral Access

Series D in 2001
Integral Access engages in developing, manufacturing, and marketing network access systems for communication applications, including integrated voice, and data delivery software and equipment.

CopperCom

Series F in 2001
CopperCom is a technology company specializing in advanced switching solutions for independent operating companies, competitive local exchange carriers, and Internet service providers. The company focuses on developing next-generation end office solutions that facilitate the integration of voice and data services into a single network. Its flagship product, a call control server, is designed for both circuit-switched and packet/cell-based networks. This innovative server decouples call processing from switching, enabling the development and delivery of features across various network transport protocols. CopperCom's software-based switches, or softswitches, support advanced services, including voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), thereby enhancing communication capabilities for its clients.

Copper Mountain Networks

Post in 2001
Copper Mountain Networks specializes in the development of digital subscriber line (DSL) communications products that facilitate high-speed broadband connectivity over existing copper phone lines. The company manufactures a range of DSL networking systems, including the VantEdge Access Broadband Remote Access Server, CopperEdge DSL Concentrators, and CopperView Network Management Software Tools. These products are primarily sold directly to local telephone carriers and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across the United States. Established in 1999, Copper Mountain Networks underwent an initial public offering and was later acquired by Tut Systems in 2005, which itself was acquired by Motorola in 2007.

Continuous Computing

Venture Round in 2001
Continuous Computing is a provider of integrated platform solutions designed to assist network equipment manufacturers in addressing the mobile broadband capacity challenge efficiently and cost-effectively. With over 20 years of experience in telecom innovation, the company enables its clients to enhance their Return on Investment by allowing them to concentrate on differentiating their offerings in 3G, LTE, Femtocell, and Deep Packet Inspection applications. Continuous Computing stands out for its expertise and responsiveness, uniquely combining advanced ATCA platforms with renowned Trillium protocol software to deliver optimized wireless and packet processing products. The company is actively involved in several industry organizations, including 3GPP, ETSI, and the Femto Forum, reflecting its commitment to advancing telecommunications technology.

Cosine Communications

Post in 2000
CoSine Communications, founded in 1998, specializes in developing managed IP service delivery platforms tailored for business IP service providers. Recognizing the commoditization of basic Internet access and IP transport, the company aims to assist service providers in creating value-added services that allow them to differentiate themselves beyond mere cost competition. CoSine previously provided customer support services for an IP service delivery system under a third-party contract and is now exploring opportunities to redeploy its assets through acquisitions of operating businesses.

Logictier

Funding Round in 2000
LogicTier, Inc. went out of business. LogicTier provides e-Business Operations Sourcing for business-critical Internet sites, enabling the consumer to refocus on their core business, increase end-user satisfaction and maximize return on investment. In addition, this company is provider of web site software. Its partners include BEA Systems, Cisco Systems, Level 3 Communications, and Sun Microsystems. Its customers include Duckets, Enigma Digital Radio, IronPlanet.com, and OneName. LogicTier is headquartered in San Mateo, California.

Technical Communities

Series C in 2000
Technical Communities Inc., operating as TestMart, specializes in marketing solutions and distribution services primarily aimed at organizations selling to U.S. government entities, prime contractors, and educational institutions. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Bruno, California, the company provides comprehensive GSA contract management and consulting services, along with direct marketing and sales support. It assists clients in managing their GSA schedules and contracts, facilitating sales to government and military sectors. Additionally, Technical Communities operates online marketplaces that feature a wide range of technology products, enabling buyers to efficiently find and procure necessary items. The company also offers resources for IT certification testing, training, and continuing education, while functioning as an advertising agency that delivers lead generation, brand awareness, and market research programs. With over 15 years of experience, Technical Communities leverages its proprietary database of over two million prospects to enhance sales and marketing efforts in the B2B and B2G sectors.

CopperCom

Series E in 2000
CopperCom is a technology company specializing in advanced switching solutions for independent operating companies, competitive local exchange carriers, and Internet service providers. The company focuses on developing next-generation end office solutions that facilitate the integration of voice and data services into a single network. Its flagship product, a call control server, is designed for both circuit-switched and packet/cell-based networks. This innovative server decouples call processing from switching, enabling the development and delivery of features across various network transport protocols. CopperCom's software-based switches, or softswitches, support advanced services, including voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), thereby enhancing communication capabilities for its clients.

Ceon

Series C in 2000
Ceon Corporation specializes in providing software solutions for communication service providers (CSPs). Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Ceon offers products such as Product Control Center, Intelligent Order Manager, Intelligent Activation Server, Adapter Library, and various Service Modules. These products enable CSPs to manage product offerings, handle orders, activate services, develop connectivity adapters, and more. Additionally, Ceon provides services including business analysis, system design, program management, installation support, and post-deployment maintenance. As of 2008, Ceon operates as a subsidiary of Convergys Corporation.

CoreExpress

Venture Round in 2000
CoreExpress is focused on the development of an internet data-exchange system for the multi-ISP extranet services. CoreExpress was acquired by Wiltel Communications in November 2001. CoreExpress was founded in 1999 and is based in Herndon, Virginia.

Integral Access

Series C in 2000
Integral Access engages in developing, manufacturing, and marketing network access systems for communication applications, including integrated voice, and data delivery software and equipment.

Bevocal

Series B in 2000
BeVocal, Inc. is a provider of hosted customer automated self-service solutions, primarily serving communications service providers and enterprise call centers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in developing speech-based customer care solutions tailored for the mobile communications market. BeVocal offers an integrated suite of voice and data applications, including speech-enabled call routing and destination applications that facilitate automated service interactions. Its self-service systems empower users to navigate customer service processes independently, thereby reducing the need for live agents. The solutions provided by BeVocal enhance customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth by enabling efficient customer service activation, care, and fulfillment. In 2007, BeVocal became a subsidiary of Nuance Communications, Inc.

CopperCom

Series D in 1999
CopperCom is a technology company specializing in advanced switching solutions for independent operating companies, competitive local exchange carriers, and Internet service providers. The company focuses on developing next-generation end office solutions that facilitate the integration of voice and data services into a single network. Its flagship product, a call control server, is designed for both circuit-switched and packet/cell-based networks. This innovative server decouples call processing from switching, enabling the development and delivery of features across various network transport protocols. CopperCom's software-based switches, or softswitches, support advanced services, including voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), thereby enhancing communication capabilities for its clients.

Ceon

Series B in 1999
Ceon Corporation specializes in providing software solutions for communication service providers (CSPs). Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Ceon offers products such as Product Control Center, Intelligent Order Manager, Intelligent Activation Server, Adapter Library, and various Service Modules. These products enable CSPs to manage product offerings, handle orders, activate services, develop connectivity adapters, and more. Additionally, Ceon provides services including business analysis, system design, program management, installation support, and post-deployment maintenance. As of 2008, Ceon operates as a subsidiary of Convergys Corporation.

Cosine Communications

Venture Round in 1999
CoSine Communications, founded in 1998, specializes in developing managed IP service delivery platforms tailored for business IP service providers. Recognizing the commoditization of basic Internet access and IP transport, the company aims to assist service providers in creating value-added services that allow them to differentiate themselves beyond mere cost competition. CoSine previously provided customer support services for an IP service delivery system under a third-party contract and is now exploring opportunities to redeploy its assets through acquisitions of operating businesses.

iBasis

Post in 1999
iBasis, Inc. is a global provider of voice termination and data services, catering to fixed and mobile operators, as well as over-the-top (OTT) and voice-over-broadband service providers. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company specializes in a range of voice solutions, including international Voice over LTE, Premium Voice over IPX, and Certified Voice, aimed at enhancing network efficiency and coverage. iBasis also offers comprehensive signaling services, SMS Firewall protection, and roaming integration for mobile operators and mobile virtual network operators. Additionally, the company provides various prepaid solutions, such as retail prepaid calling cards and an online prepaid international calling service. iBasis operates advanced analytics platforms to monitor data traffic and supports its clients with tailored solutions to address connectivity challenges and leverage growth opportunities. As a subsidiary of Tofane Global, iBasis continues to expand its footprint in the international telecommunications market.

Advanced Switching Communications

Venture Round in 1999
Advanced Switching Communications is a leading provider of broadband services access platforms for next-generation networks. ASC's product family helps service providers deploy broadband services profitably by enabling integrated voice, data and video services and dramatically lowering costs. Designed for cost-effective network aggregation, scalability, quick provisioning and protocol flexibility, hundreds of ASC platforms are currently deployed in mission-critical, commercial applications. Founded September 1997 by Asghar Mostafa, Ron Westernik and Jim Loehndorf, ASC is a privately held company headquartered in Vienna with offices in the US, Canada and Europe.

LHS Groups

Venture Round in 1996
LHS is a leading provider of client/server-based billing and customer care solutions to providers of wireless and wireline telecommunications services ("carriers") in the Americas, Europe and Asia. The Company's products enable carriers to compete more effectively in a rapidly growing telecommunications market. The Company's BSCS software is a scaleable, modular billing and customer care solution that can be implemented quickly and can support innovative marketing and pricing of telecommunications services. BSCS has been licensed to approximately 70 carriers in over 25 countries and supports approximately 3.5 million subscribers.

Claremont Technology Group

Venture Round in 1996
Claremont Technology Group is a provider of systems integration and information technology services. The company specializes in offering technology solutions that enhance and re-engineer critical business processes. Its services include systems integration, development, and outsourcing, utilizing a project management methodology that incorporates reusable object-oriented software modules and transferable design frameworks. Through these offerings, Claremont Technology Group aims to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness for its clients.

Saville Systems

Venture Round in 1995
Saville Systems provides the telecommunications industry with convergent billing and customer care solutions. Saville Systems was founded in 1982 and is based in Burlington, Massachusetts.
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