Genemod
Seed Round in 2023
Genemod Corporation, based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing inventory management software tailored for life scientists. Founded in 2018, the company offers a unified platform that integrates scientific and management tools, allowing researchers to streamline their daily operations in the lab. Its software facilitates the management of laboratory inventory, including consumables, reagents, and equipment, while also supporting project management and scheduling functionalities. By employing data processing algorithms and artificial intelligence, Genemod enhances workflow efficiency, assists in data analysis, and aids in experimental design. The platform is designed to foster collaboration among scientists and improve overall productivity in research environments.
Echodyne, established in 2014 and based in Kirkland, Washington, specializes in developing and marketing metamaterials-based radar systems. The company offers a range of radar solutions, including 3D Security radar for all-weather, compact, and solid-state sensor performance; Metamaterial Electronically Scanning Array (MESA) technology for high-performance phased-array radar at breakthrough cost levels; and Echoguard for ground-based airspace management. Additionally, Echodyne provides Acuity Software for customization and data processing, along with various deployment kits and accessories. Their products cater to commercial markets, government, defense, and industry, enabling autonomous applications in drones, vehicles, and heavy machinery, even in complex and challenging environments.
Variant Bio
Series B in 2021
Variant Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on developing therapeutics through the study of human genetic diversity. Founded in 2018, the company identifies individuals and populations that exhibit extreme traits of medical significance, utilizing advanced sequencing technologies and analytic methods to uncover the genes and pathways associated with these traits. By leveraging insights from genetic research, Variant Bio aims to discover new therapeutic targets for conditions such as neurodegenerative, autoimmune, and cardiometabolic diseases. The company's innovative approach combines statistical genetics and machine learning, enhancing the potential for genomic drug discovery to address unmet medical needs.
Rad Power Bikes
Series D in 2021
Rad Power Bikes LLC, based in Seattle, Washington, is a leading manufacturer and retailer of electric bicycles in North America. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in designing feature-rich e-bikes suitable for both on and off-road use, catering to a diverse range of consumer needs. In addition to its electric bikes, Rad Power Bikes offers a variety of accessories such as bags, fenders, racks, and safety products, as well as replacement parts like batteries and tires. The company operates on a direct-to-consumer model, selling its products primarily through online platforms, which allows it to provide affordable and accessible transportation solutions. With a rapidly expanding workforce exceeding 700 employees, Rad Power Bikes is committed to revolutionizing electric mobility and promoting energy-efficient transportation options.
AdaptX is a healthcare data analytics and AI company that specializes in enhancing clinical and workflow outcomes for hospitals and surgery centers. Founded in Seattle in 2016 as a spin-off from Seattle Children's Hospital, AdaptX provides a platform that enables medical leaders and clinicians to access and analyze clinical data effectively. The platform integrates algorithms with existing electronic data systems, allowing healthcare providers to monitor performance, compare treatment approaches, and define patient cohorts. Through automated analytics, AdaptX helps healthcare service providers improve the quality and safety of care while also reducing costs.
Candidate
Seed Round in 2021
Candidate, Inc. is an online staffing and recruiting company that operates a marketplace designed to encourage individuals to act as recruiters within their own networks. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company aims to leverage personal connections to enhance the recruiting process, making it accessible and beneficial for a broader audience.
Picnic is a Seattle-based company established in 2016 that specializes in food production technology and robotics solutions. Formerly known as Vivid Robotics Inc., Picnic has developed an application that streamlines automated interactions and ordering for food companies. The company has assembled a team of industry veterans from both the food and technology sectors to create innovative solutions tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. One of its flagship products, the Picnic Pizza Production System, is the first automated pizza-making system designed for both new kitchen installations and retrofits, capable of producing hundreds of custom pizzas per hour using chef-selected ingredients and recipes.
Ally.io (Acquired)
Series C in 2021
Ally.io is a strategic goal-planning and execution management software helping businesses execute strategies and reach their goals. It enables businesses to shift from traditional, disjointed planning and execution to a modern, OKR-based framework that drives strong alignment, agility, transparency and empowers the workforce. The Ally.io solution makes it easy to adopt OKRs as a seamless part of the users' daily workflow. The platform has built-in OKR best practices and provides seamless integration to several enterprise systems including Slack, Salesforce, Jira, Smartsheet, Asana, and ZenDesk. Ally’s comprehensive professional services offer continuous support, dedicated training, and coaching to ensure best-practices for implementation and successful change management. Vetri Vellore launched the company in 2018 in Bellevue, Washington.
Rad Power Bikes
Venture Round in 2021
Rad Power Bikes LLC, based in Seattle, Washington, is a leading manufacturer and retailer of electric bicycles in North America. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in designing feature-rich e-bikes suitable for both on and off-road use, catering to a diverse range of consumer needs. In addition to its electric bikes, Rad Power Bikes offers a variety of accessories such as bags, fenders, racks, and safety products, as well as replacement parts like batteries and tires. The company operates on a direct-to-consumer model, selling its products primarily through online platforms, which allows it to provide affordable and accessible transportation solutions. With a rapidly expanding workforce exceeding 700 employees, Rad Power Bikes is committed to revolutionizing electric mobility and promoting energy-efficient transportation options.
Voodle, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in cloud-based software for the media and entertainment sectors, focusing on virtual reality and augmented reality video processing and delivery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Voodle offers an application designed to capture and share business moments in real-time, facilitating knowledge transfer and team collaboration. This application is accessible through both the App Store and Google Play, allowing users to create and distribute short videos tailored for business applications. The company, which was previously known as Pixvana, Inc., rebranded to Voodle, Inc. in March 2020.
Kevala
Venture Round in 2020
Kevala, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that operates a platform designed to help healthcare organizations efficiently manage their workforce according to shift requirements. Established in 2020, Kevala connects healthcare operators with preferred staffing agencies and internal float staff, facilitating automated scheduling, timesheet management, and credential oversight. The platform aims to streamline the hiring process for healthcare professionals and ensure that organizations can promptly fill their staffing needs.
Picnic
Venture Round in 2020
Picnic is a Seattle-based company established in 2016 that specializes in food production technology and robotics solutions. Formerly known as Vivid Robotics Inc., Picnic has developed an application that streamlines automated interactions and ordering for food companies. The company has assembled a team of industry veterans from both the food and technology sectors to create innovative solutions tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. One of its flagship products, the Picnic Pizza Production System, is the first automated pizza-making system designed for both new kitchen installations and retrofits, capable of producing hundreds of custom pizzas per hour using chef-selected ingredients and recipes.
Intelage
Seed Round in 2020
Intelage Corporation is a Bellevue, Washington-based company that has developed a cloud-based global trade management and logistics platform. This platform connects trade suppliers, buyers, and partners, facilitating the creation, tracking, and management of trades within a single application. Intelage's offerings include MarketPlace, which serves as a virtual platform for agricultural suppliers and buyers to engage in transactions involving physical commodities. The platform provides features for centralized negotiations, transaction history, inventory management, and user reviews. Additionally, Intelage offers TradeDesk, a solution designed for trade and operations teams to manage product and information flow from origin to destination. The comprehensive services provided by Intelage encompass sourcing, logistics, tracking, documentation, communication, trade, and regulatory compliance, enabling clients to navigate logistical challenges, automate processes, and enhance visibility into critical trade information.
Attunely Inc. specializes in developing machine learning software for the accounts receivable management sector. The company's platform utilizes advanced algorithms to analyze historical data and create effective recovery strategies tailored to individual accounts. By leveraging extensive behavioral and economic models, Attunely enhances debt collection processes, aiming to improve recovery yields while minimizing operational costs. Key features of the platform include personalized strategy development, real-time optimization, and compliance management to adhere to federal and state regulations. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Attunely combines technology and deep industry insight to provide clients with a reliable and efficient solution for managing receivables.
Candidate
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Candidate, Inc. is an online staffing and recruiting company that operates a marketplace designed to encourage individuals to act as recruiters within their own networks. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company aims to leverage personal connections to enhance the recruiting process, making it accessible and beneficial for a broader audience.
Polyarc, Inc. is a Seattle-based game development studio that specializes in creating virtual reality experiences. Established in 2015, the company is known for its flagship title, Moss, an action-adventure game that immerses players in a richly designed three-dimensional world. Polyarc focuses on developing engaging and original games that can be enjoyed in both single-player and multiplayer formats across various platforms, utilizing the unique capabilities of virtual reality to enhance gameplay and storytelling. The studio aims to craft innovative interactive experiences that captivate players and expand the possibilities of digital entertainment.
AdaptX
Venture Round in 2020
AdaptX is a healthcare data analytics and AI company that specializes in enhancing clinical and workflow outcomes for hospitals and surgery centers. Founded in Seattle in 2016 as a spin-off from Seattle Children's Hospital, AdaptX provides a platform that enables medical leaders and clinicians to access and analyze clinical data effectively. The platform integrates algorithms with existing electronic data systems, allowing healthcare providers to monitor performance, compare treatment approaches, and define patient cohorts. Through automated analytics, AdaptX helps healthcare service providers improve the quality and safety of care while also reducing costs.
Rebellyous Foods
Series A in 2020
Rebellyous Foods is a Seattle-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in producing plant-based meat alternatives, including chicken nuggets, patties, and strips. The company aims to make meat alternatives more accessible and affordable by implementing innovative food manufacturing technologies and processes designed for large-scale production. By utilizing high-throughput automation and energy-efficient manufacturing tools, Rebellyous Foods seeks to achieve price parity with traditional animal-based meats. Its products are primarily targeted at the food service market, including schools, hospitals, corporate cafeterias, and restaurants, providing customers with protein-rich options that can replace animal-based meat on a broad scale.
Banzai International
Series A in 2020
Banzai International, founded in 2015, is a SaaS company based in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Cary, North Carolina. It operates an online platform that specializes in event marketing automation. Banzai, its primary product, is designed for field marketing teams to discover, market, and automate professional event outreach, thereby increasing registrations. The platform also facilitates connections among professionals through global B2B events, enhancing educational opportunities. Banzai serves over 100 clients, including prominent companies like Adobe and Dell Technologies, by providing marketing automation solutions for webinars and events. Its offerings help marketers grow their audience and create more engaging experiences, ultimately driving business expansion.
Transparent Financial Systems
Series A in 2020
Transparent Financial Systems, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing cryptographic settlement solutions for financial applications. Incorporated in 2018, the company focuses on enhancing payment processes by utilizing cryptographically-secured distributed networks, enabling businesses to make and receive payments efficiently and securely. Unlike others in the industry that aim to bypass existing financial systems, Transparent Financial Systems adopts a pragmatic approach, working within current regulatory frameworks to improve payment efficiency. By combining expertise from top cryptographers, financial specialists, and skilled engineers, the company partners with banks and businesses to create innovative solutions that facilitate real-time payments through blockchain technology.
Rad Power Bikes
Venture Round in 2020
Rad Power Bikes LLC, based in Seattle, Washington, is a leading manufacturer and retailer of electric bicycles in North America. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in designing feature-rich e-bikes suitable for both on and off-road use, catering to a diverse range of consumer needs. In addition to its electric bikes, Rad Power Bikes offers a variety of accessories such as bags, fenders, racks, and safety products, as well as replacement parts like batteries and tires. The company operates on a direct-to-consumer model, selling its products primarily through online platforms, which allows it to provide affordable and accessible transportation solutions. With a rapidly expanding workforce exceeding 700 employees, Rad Power Bikes is committed to revolutionizing electric mobility and promoting energy-efficient transportation options.
Modumetal
Venture Round in 2019
Modumetal, Inc. is a manufacturer and developer of nano laminated metals and materials, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional sales office in The Woodlands, Texas. The company specializes in producing industrial-scale nanolaminated alloys that are stronger and lighter than steel, as well as more corrosion-resistant and durable than traditional metals. By utilizing electricity instead of heat in their manufacturing process, Modumetal reduces environmental impact while delivering high-performance solutions. Their products, which include customized alloys, coatings, fasteners, pumps, valves, and production tubulars, cater to various industries, including energy, aerospace, automotive, defense, infrastructure, and construction. Modumetal's technology enables these sectors to enhance performance and achieve cost-effective alternatives to conventional materials.
Picnic
Venture Round in 2019
Picnic is a Seattle-based company established in 2016 that specializes in food production technology and robotics solutions. Formerly known as Vivid Robotics Inc., Picnic has developed an application that streamlines automated interactions and ordering for food companies. The company has assembled a team of industry veterans from both the food and technology sectors to create innovative solutions tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. One of its flagship products, the Picnic Pizza Production System, is the first automated pizza-making system designed for both new kitchen installations and retrofits, capable of producing hundreds of custom pizzas per hour using chef-selected ingredients and recipes.
Wrench, Inc. is a mobile auto repair service provider that specializes in offering car and truck repair services directly at customers' homes and offices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Wrench offers a comprehensive range of services, including alternator and battery replacement, brake repair, oil and filter changes, diagnostic services, and more. Customers can conveniently book appointments online, making the process accessible and efficient.
Ally.io (Acquired)
Series B in 2019
Ally.io is a strategic goal-planning and execution management software helping businesses execute strategies and reach their goals. It enables businesses to shift from traditional, disjointed planning and execution to a modern, OKR-based framework that drives strong alignment, agility, transparency and empowers the workforce. The Ally.io solution makes it easy to adopt OKRs as a seamless part of the users' daily workflow. The platform has built-in OKR best practices and provides seamless integration to several enterprise systems including Slack, Salesforce, Jira, Smartsheet, Asana, and ZenDesk. Ally’s comprehensive professional services offer continuous support, dedicated training, and coaching to ensure best-practices for implementation and successful change management. Vetri Vellore launched the company in 2018 in Bellevue, Washington.
Unearth Technologies, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based GIS mapping software aimed at enhancing data and workflow management within the construction sector. Founded in 2016, the company addresses common industry challenges such as declining productivity, cost overruns, and project delays through its innovative platform. Unearth's OnePlace solution stands out as a mobile GIS tool that integrates work, asset, and team management, facilitating improved field operations across critical infrastructure industries, including transportation, energy, and telecommunications.
Nomad Go
Seed Round in 2019
Nomad Go, Inc. is a technology company based in Bellevue, Washington, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing an inventory automation platform that utilizes artificial intelligence, advanced computer vision, and augmented reality to facilitate automated inventory counts and enhance decision-making. The company’s METAshelf technology creates a three-dimensional digital twin of inventory environments, providing businesses with improved visibility and accuracy in inventory management. Nomad Go serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, food service, hospitality, marketing, and healthcare, aiming to boost revenue, drive operational efficiencies, and enhance the customer experience.
Echodyne, established in 2014 and based in Kirkland, Washington, specializes in developing and marketing metamaterials-based radar systems. The company offers a range of radar solutions, including 3D Security radar for all-weather, compact, and solid-state sensor performance; Metamaterial Electronically Scanning Array (MESA) technology for high-performance phased-array radar at breakthrough cost levels; and Echoguard for ground-based airspace management. Additionally, Echodyne provides Acuity Software for customization and data processing, along with various deployment kits and accessories. Their products cater to commercial markets, government, defense, and industry, enabling autonomous applications in drones, vehicles, and heavy machinery, even in complex and challenging environments.
Blokable, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in manufacturing pre-fabricated steel frame modular housing units for various development projects in the United States, including residential, retail, and mixed-use applications. Established in 2016, Blokable offers a vertically integrated solution that streamlines the housing creation process by combining design, planning, financing, permitting, and manufacturing. Their innovative building system allows for the design and delivery of fully functional modular structures that can be configured and stacked in multiple ways, catering to diverse building needs. This approach significantly reduces the time and costs associated with developing multi-family housing, while also promoting community equity and accessibility. Blokable's focus on efficiency and affordability aims to address the challenges of housing development and contribute to the creation of connected communities.
Ally.io (Acquired)
Series A in 2019
Ally.io is a strategic goal-planning and execution management software helping businesses execute strategies and reach their goals. It enables businesses to shift from traditional, disjointed planning and execution to a modern, OKR-based framework that drives strong alignment, agility, transparency and empowers the workforce. The Ally.io solution makes it easy to adopt OKRs as a seamless part of the users' daily workflow. The platform has built-in OKR best practices and provides seamless integration to several enterprise systems including Slack, Salesforce, Jira, Smartsheet, Asana, and ZenDesk. Ally’s comprehensive professional services offer continuous support, dedicated training, and coaching to ensure best-practices for implementation and successful change management. Vetri Vellore launched the company in 2018 in Bellevue, Washington.
Igneous Systems, Inc., founded in October 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in enterprise data center infrastructure and unstructured data management. The company offers a comprehensive as-a-Service solution that provides businesses with visibility, protection, and mobility for their unstructured data on a large scale. Igneous’s cloud-native, API-enabled platform integrates various unstructured data management functions, allowing organizations to maximize the value of their data while minimizing risks and optimizing IT resource utilization. Its services include consolidated backup, file system archiving, and efficient management of unstructured data, all aimed at enhancing workflow productivity for data-centric enterprises.
Attunely
Seed Round in 2019
Attunely Inc. specializes in developing machine learning software for the accounts receivable management sector. The company's platform utilizes advanced algorithms to analyze historical data and create effective recovery strategies tailored to individual accounts. By leveraging extensive behavioral and economic models, Attunely enhances debt collection processes, aiming to improve recovery yields while minimizing operational costs. Key features of the platform include personalized strategy development, real-time optimization, and compliance management to adhere to federal and state regulations. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Attunely combines technology and deep industry insight to provide clients with a reliable and efficient solution for managing receivables.
Modumetal
Venture Round in 2019
Modumetal, Inc. is a manufacturer and developer of nano laminated metals and materials, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional sales office in The Woodlands, Texas. The company specializes in producing industrial-scale nanolaminated alloys that are stronger and lighter than steel, as well as more corrosion-resistant and durable than traditional metals. By utilizing electricity instead of heat in their manufacturing process, Modumetal reduces environmental impact while delivering high-performance solutions. Their products, which include customized alloys, coatings, fasteners, pumps, valves, and production tubulars, cater to various industries, including energy, aerospace, automotive, defense, infrastructure, and construction. Modumetal's technology enables these sectors to enhance performance and achieve cost-effective alternatives to conventional materials.
Matcherino
Series A in 2018
Matcherino, Inc. is a technology company that provides a crowdfunding platform for game publishers and tournament organizers to facilitate esports tournaments and events. Established in 2015 and based in Bellevue, Washington, Matcherino connects brands and tournament organizers, allowing them to monetize their events effectively. The platform offers various tools to increase tournament prize pools, including the sale of custom game content and sponsorship campaigns that contribute directly to prize funding. Additionally, Matcherino provides financial services such as prize pool escrow and ensures the transparent and compliant distribution of tournament prizes after events conclude. By enabling professional players to compete and engage their communities, Matcherino enhances the overall esports experience for both organizers and fans.
Leaftail Labs
Seed Round in 2018
Leaftail Labs Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Seattle, Washington, is a video game development company focused on creating innovative gaming experiences that integrate augmented reality and social interaction. The company aims to bridge the gap between engaging content and emerging technologies, crafting immersive games that connect players with their physical environments and enhance their daily routines. Leaftail Labs emphasizes the importance of storytelling and creativity, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver unique gaming experiences that resonate with users. The founders bring extensive industry experience, having collaborated with some of the most prominent names in entertainment to explore new opportunities in the gaming space.
Shujinko
Seed Round in 2018
Shujinko Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing software solutions for compliance and information technology audits. Founded in 2018, Shujinko offers a software-as-a-service platform that simplifies the process of building compliant environments, allowing organizations to rapidly adapt their business capabilities. The company combines cloud compliance expertise with automation to streamline audits and compliance preparations, significantly reducing the time and complexity involved in managing technical controls. Its intuitive platform features a self-service portal that empowers engineers to create secure environments while ensuring adherence to security practices and regulations throughout the transition to cloud services. By automating evidence collection and documentation, Shujinko enables clients to focus on their core activities, facilitating a more efficient compliance process.
Wrench, Inc. is a mobile auto repair service provider that specializes in offering car and truck repair services directly at customers' homes and offices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Wrench offers a comprehensive range of services, including alternator and battery replacement, brake repair, oil and filter changes, diagnostic services, and more. Customers can conveniently book appointments online, making the process accessible and efficient.
Grab Holdings Inc., headquartered in Singapore, operates a mobile technology platform that integrates city transportation and various on-demand services in Southeast Asia. The company, founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Ling, offers services such as ride-hailing (GrabTaxi, GrabCar), carpooling (GrabHitch, GrabShare), shuttle services (GrabShuttle, GrabShuttle Plus), and food delivery through its GrabFood platform. Grab also provides financial services, including payments, consumer loans, and enterprise offerings. It operates in eight countries: Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. Grab generates revenue by charging commissions to both consumers and service providers, with ride-hailing and food delivery contributing to 89% of its total revenue. The company competes with Foodpanda and Gojek in the region.
Picnic
Venture Round in 2018
Picnic is a Seattle-based company established in 2016 that specializes in food production technology and robotics solutions. Formerly known as Vivid Robotics Inc., Picnic has developed an application that streamlines automated interactions and ordering for food companies. The company has assembled a team of industry veterans from both the food and technology sectors to create innovative solutions tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. One of its flagship products, the Picnic Pizza Production System, is the first automated pizza-making system designed for both new kitchen installations and retrofits, capable of producing hundreds of custom pizzas per hour using chef-selected ingredients and recipes.
Transparent Financial Systems
Seed Round in 2018
Transparent Financial Systems, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing cryptographic settlement solutions for financial applications. Incorporated in 2018, the company focuses on enhancing payment processes by utilizing cryptographically-secured distributed networks, enabling businesses to make and receive payments efficiently and securely. Unlike others in the industry that aim to bypass existing financial systems, Transparent Financial Systems adopts a pragmatic approach, working within current regulatory frameworks to improve payment efficiency. By combining expertise from top cryptographers, financial specialists, and skilled engineers, the company partners with banks and businesses to create innovative solutions that facilitate real-time payments through blockchain technology.
Taunt is a company that has developed a social competition platform tailored for e-sports enthusiasts. Founded in 2017 and based in Seattle, Washington, Taunt utilizes data and machine learning to enhance the viewing experience of e-sports broadcasts. The platform allows users to predict real-time events during matches, particularly in games like League of Legends. By offering challenges that enable users to compete against friends and other viewers, Taunt fosters engagement and a sense of community among fans. This interactive approach not only allows participants to showcase their analytical skills but also enhances the overall enjoyment of watching e-sports events.
UnEarth
Venture Round in 2018
Unearth Technologies, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based GIS mapping software aimed at enhancing data and workflow management within the construction sector. Founded in 2016, the company addresses common industry challenges such as declining productivity, cost overruns, and project delays through its innovative platform. Unearth's OnePlace solution stands out as a mobile GIS tool that integrates work, asset, and team management, facilitating improved field operations across critical infrastructure industries, including transportation, energy, and telecommunications.
Vreal Inc. is a Seattle-based company that develops a platform enabling game developers, streamers, and players to stream virtual reality (VR) gaming experiences across various devices, including desktops, mobile VR, traditional 2D screens, and VR headsets. Established in 2015, Vreal aims to enhance gaming content by creating immersive experiences that engage fans and allow them to participate in the action. The platform facilitates a social gaming experience, allowing users to explore new games alongside their favorite creators without limitations. Vreal's innovative approach connects developers, streamers, and viewers, offering a unique way for gaming enthusiasts to enjoy and share 3D virtual environments.
Placements.io
Seed Round in 2018
Placements.io is a revenue management platform tailored for sellers of digital advertising. The platform efficiently manages orders, inventory, billing, and integrations across both direct and programmatic channels, allowing clients to enhance revenue while minimizing operational costs. Based in Seattle, with additional offices in New York City, London, and Taipei, Placements.io serves a range of notable clients, including Cargurus.com, Fortune, IAC, Sky Broadcasting, TEGNA, and Walmart, collectively managing over $6 billion in revenue. The company is supported by investors such as Revel Partners and Vulcan Capital, founded by Paul Allen.
Igneous Systems, Inc., founded in October 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in enterprise data center infrastructure and unstructured data management. The company offers a comprehensive as-a-Service solution that provides businesses with visibility, protection, and mobility for their unstructured data on a large scale. Igneous’s cloud-native, API-enabled platform integrates various unstructured data management functions, allowing organizations to maximize the value of their data while minimizing risks and optimizing IT resource utilization. Its services include consolidated backup, file system archiving, and efficient management of unstructured data, all aimed at enhancing workflow productivity for data-centric enterprises.
Pioneer Square Labs
Series B in 2018
Pioneer Square Labs, established in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, is a venture firm that creates and launches technology startups. It offers a wide range of services, including market research, product development, design, and recruitment, to validate and launch new ideas. Additionally, it provides operational support, such as fundraising, marketing, legal, and HR services, to help these startups grow and succeed.
Pixvana is a Seattle-based software startup building a Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) video processing and delivery platform for media and entertainment applications. Pixvana’s founders have proven startup success in media technology and hail from senior product and engineering leadership positions at Apple, Adobe, Microsoft, and Lucasfilm.
Blokable
Seed Round in 2017
Blokable, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in manufacturing pre-fabricated steel frame modular housing units for various development projects in the United States, including residential, retail, and mixed-use applications. Established in 2016, Blokable offers a vertically integrated solution that streamlines the housing creation process by combining design, planning, financing, permitting, and manufacturing. Their innovative building system allows for the design and delivery of fully functional modular structures that can be configured and stacked in multiple ways, catering to diverse building needs. This approach significantly reduces the time and costs associated with developing multi-family housing, while also promoting community equity and accessibility. Blokable's focus on efficiency and affordability aims to address the challenges of housing development and contribute to the creation of connected communities.
Taunt is a company that has developed a social competition platform tailored for e-sports enthusiasts. Founded in 2017 and based in Seattle, Washington, Taunt utilizes data and machine learning to enhance the viewing experience of e-sports broadcasts. The platform allows users to predict real-time events during matches, particularly in games like League of Legends. By offering challenges that enable users to compete against friends and other viewers, Taunt fosters engagement and a sense of community among fans. This interactive approach not only allows participants to showcase their analytical skills but also enhances the overall enjoyment of watching e-sports events.
Matcherino
Seed Round in 2017
Matcherino, Inc. is a technology company that provides a crowdfunding platform for game publishers and tournament organizers to facilitate esports tournaments and events. Established in 2015 and based in Bellevue, Washington, Matcherino connects brands and tournament organizers, allowing them to monetize their events effectively. The platform offers various tools to increase tournament prize pools, including the sale of custom game content and sponsorship campaigns that contribute directly to prize funding. Additionally, Matcherino provides financial services such as prize pool escrow and ensures the transparent and compliant distribution of tournament prizes after events conclude. By enabling professional players to compete and engage their communities, Matcherino enhances the overall esports experience for both organizers and fans.
Make.TV
Venture Round in 2017
Make.TV, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in cloud-based live video acquisition and management solutions through its Live Video Cloud (LVC) platform. Founded in 2016, Make.TV has established itself as a leader in the integration of mobile devices for contributor-based and crowd-sourced live video, serving prominent clients in the media, entertainment, and technology sectors, including ESL, MTV/Viacom, and FOX Sports Brasil. The company's innovative platform allows broadcasters to collect, curate, and distribute live video streams from diverse sources, including mobile devices, social media, and traditional broadcast infrastructure. By enabling the seamless integration of various live feeds, Make.TV's solutions cater to the needs of content programmers and service providers in industries such as news, sports, esports, and entertainment. The company also maintains a presence in Cologne, Germany.
Echodyne, established in 2014 and based in Kirkland, Washington, specializes in developing and marketing metamaterials-based radar systems. The company offers a range of radar solutions, including 3D Security radar for all-weather, compact, and solid-state sensor performance; Metamaterial Electronically Scanning Array (MESA) technology for high-performance phased-array radar at breakthrough cost levels; and Echoguard for ground-based airspace management. Additionally, Echodyne provides Acuity Software for customization and data processing, along with various deployment kits and accessories. Their products cater to commercial markets, government, defense, and industry, enabling autonomous applications in drones, vehicles, and heavy machinery, even in complex and challenging environments.
Socedo
Venture Round in 2017
Socedo, Inc., based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in automated social media lead generation solutions tailored for B2B marketers. Founded in 2011, the company utilizes social intent data from platforms like Twitter to identify potential prospects who demonstrate interest in specific areas. Socedo's system enables clients to connect with these leads based on real-time behaviors, such as interactions with competitors or relevant keywords. In addition to discovering new prospects, Socedo enhances existing lead data by providing demographic and behavioral insights, which can be integrated into marketing automation platforms like Marketo. This capability allows marketers to engage with leads effectively, monitor their social media activities, and identify sales opportunities. Notable clients include brands such as Microsoft and F5.
Rec Room
Seed Round in 2017
Rec Room Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, operates an online platform that serves as a virtual social club where users can create and play games with friends. The company focuses on augmented and virtual reality experiences, facilitating social interactions and multiplayer gameplay. Its application allows users to engage in a virtual environment, enabling them to chat, meet, and socialize with others globally. Rec Room aims to build a vibrant community centered around gaming and social engagement.
Picnic is a Seattle-based company established in 2016 that specializes in food production technology and robotics solutions. Formerly known as Vivid Robotics Inc., Picnic has developed an application that streamlines automated interactions and ordering for food companies. The company has assembled a team of industry veterans from both the food and technology sectors to create innovative solutions tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. One of its flagship products, the Picnic Pizza Production System, is the first automated pizza-making system designed for both new kitchen installations and retrofits, capable of producing hundreds of custom pizzas per hour using chef-selected ingredients and recipes.
Apptentive
Series A in 2016
Apptentive, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in mobile customer engagement and feedback analytics. Founded in 2011, Apptentive provides a platform that enables businesses to understand and retain their customers by facilitating two-way communication. Its software integrates seamlessly into mobile applications, allowing brands to engage with users through in-app messages, surveys, and ratings prompts. By capturing customer sentiments and feedback, Apptentive helps companies enhance user experiences, drive app downloads, and improve customer loyalty. The platform is utilized by numerous well-known brands, including Buffalo Wild Wings, eBay, and Viacom, and is designed to support millions of customer interactions each month, ultimately enabling businesses to build stronger relationships with their customers.
Polyarc
Seed Round in 2016
Polyarc, Inc. is a Seattle-based game development studio that specializes in creating virtual reality experiences. Established in 2015, the company is known for its flagship title, Moss, an action-adventure game that immerses players in a richly designed three-dimensional world. Polyarc focuses on developing engaging and original games that can be enjoyed in both single-player and multiplayer formats across various platforms, utilizing the unique capabilities of virtual reality to enhance gameplay and storytelling. The studio aims to craft innovative interactive experiences that captivate players and expand the possibilities of digital entertainment.
Spaceflight Industries
Series B in 2016
Spaceflight Industries, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in providing launch and mission management services for satellites. Founded in 1999, it aims to democratize access to space by simplifying the complexities and costs associated with satellite deployment. The company builds, launches, and operates satellites, offering a variety of services that include ground station networks for small satellite missions and innovative satellite infrastructure through its subsidiaries. Spaceflight Industries develops systems for the commercial space industry, including microsatellites, CubeSat and NanoSat bus systems, and a secondary payload system. Additionally, it provides sub-systems such as avionics, solar panels, and dispensers. The company is committed to creating responsive solutions that enable a range of organizations to utilize space technology effectively and affordably.
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that specializes in facilitating international money transfers through its extensive network across Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua, Remitly offers a mobile payment service that allows consumers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to send money easily to friends and family. The company utilizes advanced technology to streamline the money transfer process, eliminating unnecessary steps and fees associated with traditional methods. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., providing a cost-effective and reliable service for its customers. Revenue is generated through transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads, positioning Remitly as a key player in the evolving financial services landscape for immigrants.
Socedo
Venture Round in 2016
Socedo, Inc., based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in automated social media lead generation solutions tailored for B2B marketers. Founded in 2011, the company utilizes social intent data from platforms like Twitter to identify potential prospects who demonstrate interest in specific areas. Socedo's system enables clients to connect with these leads based on real-time behaviors, such as interactions with competitors or relevant keywords. In addition to discovering new prospects, Socedo enhances existing lead data by providing demographic and behavioral insights, which can be integrated into marketing automation platforms like Marketo. This capability allows marketers to engage with leads effectively, monitor their social media activities, and identify sales opportunities. Notable clients include brands such as Microsoft and F5.
Matcherino
Seed Round in 2015
Matcherino, Inc. is a technology company that provides a crowdfunding platform for game publishers and tournament organizers to facilitate esports tournaments and events. Established in 2015 and based in Bellevue, Washington, Matcherino connects brands and tournament organizers, allowing them to monetize their events effectively. The platform offers various tools to increase tournament prize pools, including the sale of custom game content and sponsorship campaigns that contribute directly to prize funding. Additionally, Matcherino provides financial services such as prize pool escrow and ensures the transparent and compliant distribution of tournament prizes after events conclude. By enabling professional players to compete and engage their communities, Matcherino enhances the overall esports experience for both organizers and fans.
Pixvana
Seed Round in 2015
Pixvana is a Seattle-based software startup building a Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) video processing and delivery platform for media and entertainment applications. Pixvana’s founders have proven startup success in media technology and hail from senior product and engineering leadership positions at Apple, Adobe, Microsoft, and Lucasfilm.
Vreal Inc. is a Seattle-based company that develops a platform enabling game developers, streamers, and players to stream virtual reality (VR) gaming experiences across various devices, including desktops, mobile VR, traditional 2D screens, and VR headsets. Established in 2015, Vreal aims to enhance gaming content by creating immersive experiences that engage fans and allow them to participate in the action. The platform facilitates a social gaming experience, allowing users to explore new games alongside their favorite creators without limitations. Vreal's innovative approach connects developers, streamers, and viewers, offering a unique way for gaming enthusiasts to enjoy and share 3D virtual environments.
Pioneer Square Labs
Series A in 2015
Pioneer Square Labs, established in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, is a venture firm that creates and launches technology startups. It offers a wide range of services, including market research, product development, design, and recruitment, to validate and launch new ideas. Additionally, it provides operational support, such as fundraising, marketing, legal, and HR services, to help these startups grow and succeed.
Peach partners with local restaurants to provide online lunch delivery services for companies in metropolitan areas such as Seattle, Boston, and Phoenix. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, the company aims to enhance employee workday energy by offering wholesome and fulfilling lunches. Through its mobile application, Peach allows businesses to offer subsidized meal programs, where employees can receive daily menus from local restaurants via text and place orders for individuals or groups. This convenient service supports companies in fostering a positive workplace culture by providing a reliable lunch benefit for their teams. In recognition of its innovative approach, Peach was named one of Geekwire's Top 200 Pacific Northwest Start-Ups in 2015.
Avvo, Inc. is an online legal marketplace that facilitates connections between consumers and lawyers. The platform features a comprehensive directory of lawyer profiles, including ratings, client reviews, and peer endorsements, covering approximately 97% of lawyers in the United States. Consumers can seek free legal advice through a Q&A forum, which includes previously answered questions and responses from participating attorneys. Avvo also offers marketing solutions for lawyers, such as Avvo Ignite, a cloud-based platform tailored to enhance their business growth. The services provided cover various legal areas, including criminal defense, family law, immigration, and personal injury. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Avvo operates as a subsidiary of Internet Brands, Inc.
Spaceflight Industries
Series B in 2015
Spaceflight Industries, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in providing launch and mission management services for satellites. Founded in 1999, it aims to democratize access to space by simplifying the complexities and costs associated with satellite deployment. The company builds, launches, and operates satellites, offering a variety of services that include ground station networks for small satellite missions and innovative satellite infrastructure through its subsidiaries. Spaceflight Industries develops systems for the commercial space industry, including microsatellites, CubeSat and NanoSat bus systems, and a secondary payload system. Additionally, it provides sub-systems such as avionics, solar panels, and dispensers. The company is committed to creating responsive solutions that enable a range of organizations to utilize space technology effectively and affordably.
Turi is a machine learning platform that specializes in developing big data analytics products. Initially conceived as an open-source project aimed at large-scale machine learning for graph analysis, Turi has significantly broadened its capabilities to encompass tables, text, and images. Its technology is widely utilized for various applications, including recommendation systems, fraud detection, customer sentiment analysis, and the development of predictive applications. Turi serves a diverse clientele, including notable e-tailers and service providers, as well as Fortune 5000 companies such as Zillow, ExxonMobil, Adobe, Pandora, and Bosch. Founded in 2013 in Seattle, Washington, by Danny Bickson, Haijie Gu, Yucheng Low, Joseph Gonzalez, and Carlos Guestrin, Turi continues to be at the forefront of machine learning innovation.
Echodyne, established in 2014 and based in Kirkland, Washington, specializes in developing and marketing metamaterials-based radar systems. The company offers a range of radar solutions, including 3D Security radar for all-weather, compact, and solid-state sensor performance; Metamaterial Electronically Scanning Array (MESA) technology for high-performance phased-array radar at breakthrough cost levels; and Echoguard for ground-based airspace management. Additionally, Echodyne provides Acuity Software for customization and data processing, along with various deployment kits and accessories. Their products cater to commercial markets, government, defense, and industry, enabling autonomous applications in drones, vehicles, and heavy machinery, even in complex and challenging environments.
Placements.io
Seed Round in 2014
Placements.io is a revenue management platform tailored for sellers of digital advertising. The platform efficiently manages orders, inventory, billing, and integrations across both direct and programmatic channels, allowing clients to enhance revenue while minimizing operational costs. Based in Seattle, with additional offices in New York City, London, and Taipei, Placements.io serves a range of notable clients, including Cargurus.com, Fortune, IAC, Sky Broadcasting, TEGNA, and Walmart, collectively managing over $6 billion in revenue. The company is supported by investors such as Revel Partners and Vulcan Capital, founded by Paul Allen.
Rival IQ
Venture Round in 2014
Rival IQ Corporation, founded in 2013 and based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in digital marketing analytics solutions. The company offers a comprehensive platform that provides insightful analytics and reports on social media performance, SEO keyword rankings, and website content. Rival IQ's services are designed to aid marketers in navigating the complexities of digital marketing by delivering on-demand analytics that enhance decision-making and strategy development. By equipping clients with competitive intelligence, Rival IQ enables businesses to improve their digital initiatives, boost engagement, and effectively measure marketing success. The company's team is composed of experienced professionals from various fields, including software development and marketing, dedicated to helping clients achieve their marketing goals.
Shippable
Series A in 2014
Shippable, Inc. is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that provides a continuous integration and deployment platform designed to enhance the software development process for businesses globally. Founded in 2013 and based in Bellevue, Washington, Shippable enables clients to integrate their GitHub and Bitbucket repositories with automated workflows for packaging, testing, and deployment of web applications. The platform is built on Docker and facilitates streamlined collaboration across teams and tools, helping organizations release software more frequently and reliably. Shippable was previously known as Qhode Inc. and became a subsidiary of JFrog Ltd. in 2019.
Anthology
Seed Round in 2014
Anthology, Inc. is an anonymous talent marketplace that specializes in confidential job search and talent matchmaking services. By utilizing machine learning, the company matches private talent and employer information to connect professionals with personalized career opportunities, all while maintaining anonymity. Anthology offers job listings across various fields, including engineering, marketing, sales, design, and product, primarily in major U.S. cities such as New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Chicago, Boston, and Los Angeles. Founded in 2014 and originally known as Poachable Inc., the company rebranded to Anthology, Inc. in August 2015 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Shippable
Seed Round in 2013
Shippable, Inc. is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that provides a continuous integration and deployment platform designed to enhance the software development process for businesses globally. Founded in 2013 and based in Bellevue, Washington, Shippable enables clients to integrate their GitHub and Bitbucket repositories with automated workflows for packaging, testing, and deployment of web applications. The platform is built on Docker and facilitates streamlined collaboration across teams and tools, helping organizations release software more frequently and reliably. Shippable was previously known as Qhode Inc. and became a subsidiary of JFrog Ltd. in 2019.
Decide is a Seattle-based company that offers an online shopping and price-information service, leveraging data science to assist consumers in finding highly rated products and optimal times to purchase. By analyzing billions of data points from the web, Decide provides price predictions with an accuracy of 80 percent, which has resulted in over $200 million in savings for users. The company was co-founded by Prof. Oren Etzioni, a prominent figure in Internet search known for creating Farecast and Netbot. Backed by notable investors from major tech companies, Decide has raised $17 million in venture capital from firms such as Vulcan Capital and Maveron, along with contributions from angel investors.
Evri, Inc. is a technology-driven logistics company based in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in San Francisco. Established in 2007, the company specializes in providing convenient parcel delivery services, operating a network of over 18,000 couriers who deliver more than 700 million packages annually to over 220 countries and territories. Evri offers a range of flexible delivery options, including parcel shop drop-off, courier collection, and the use of parcel lockers, enabling customers to send, track, and return their parcels in a seamless manner. The company places a strong emphasis on ease of use, allowing customers to monitor their deliveries through a comprehensive tracking system available on both its website and app.
Omeros
Venture Round in 2010
Omeros Corporation is a Seattle-based biopharmaceutical company that focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing small-molecule and protein therapeutics targeting inflammation, complement-mediated diseases, and disorders of the central nervous system. The company offers OMIDRIA, a product used during cataract surgery in the United States. Omeros is advancing several clinical programs, including narsoplimab, which is in Phase III trials for conditions such as hematopoietic stem-cell transplant-associated thrombotic microangiopathy and immunoglobulin A nephropathy, as well as Phase II trials for lupus nephritis. Other key programs include OMS405, targeting opioid and nicotine addiction, and OMS527, aimed at treating addiction and movement disorders. The company's preclinical pipeline includes compounds addressing various conditions, such as paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and other alternative pathway disorders. Founded in 1994, Omeros is dedicated to addressing both large-market and orphan indications through innovative therapeutic approaches.
Gist
Venture Round in 2010
Connected People Change History. Gist provides the only full view of the contacts in your professional network by creating rich business profiles that include the most news, status updates and work details. All contacts in one place Gist automatically brings contact details, news and updates together in one place – no invites to send or connections to request. Updated with the latest news Gist prioritizes news and updates about contacts so you always have the information you need even if you didn’t know it was out there. Stop missing important information because it gets lost in the online noise. Delivered where you need it Gist works the way you do – in your inbox with plugins for Outlook, Notes, and Gmail, on a mobile device with applications for both iPhone and Android, inside Salesforce.com or in a web browser. What is Gist? http://blog.gist.com/what-is-gist/
Connected People Change History. Gist provides the only full view of the contacts in your professional network by creating rich business profiles that include the most news, status updates and work details. All contacts in one place Gist automatically brings contact details, news and updates together in one place – no invites to send or connections to request. Updated with the latest news Gist prioritizes news and updates about contacts so you always have the information you need even if you didn’t know it was out there. Stop missing important information because it gets lost in the online noise. Delivered where you need it Gist works the way you do – in your inbox with plugins for Outlook, Notes, and Gmail, on a mobile device with applications for both iPhone and Android, inside Salesforce.com or in a web browser. What is Gist? http://blog.gist.com/what-is-gist/
AltaRock Energy, Inc., established in 2007, is a geothermal energy technology and services company. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with a technology development office in Sausalito, California, AltaRock specializes in the research, development, and commercialization of geothermal systems. The company's core business involves creating and enhancing geothermal power sites, offering services such as development, management, operations, and reservoir maintenance. AltaRock's innovative Engineered Geothermal Systems (EGS) technology aims to provide clean, affordable, and widely accessible renewable energy. The company's leadership includes Don O'Shei, Chief Executive Officer, and Susan Petty, President and Chief Technology Officer.
Evri, Inc. is a technology-driven logistics company based in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in San Francisco. Established in 2007, the company specializes in providing convenient parcel delivery services, operating a network of over 18,000 couriers who deliver more than 700 million packages annually to over 220 countries and territories. Evri offers a range of flexible delivery options, including parcel shop drop-off, courier collection, and the use of parcel lockers, enabling customers to send, track, and return their parcels in a seamless manner. The company places a strong emphasis on ease of use, allowing customers to monitor their deliveries through a comprehensive tracking system available on both its website and app.
MessageGate
Series B in 2005
MessageGate, Inc. provides enterprise email governance software and services. Its products include MessageGate archive categorization, which enables organizations to archive messages by analyzing email traffic as it is sent and received; MessageGate policy enforcement, a policy management solution that can enforce corporate messaging polices and prevent intentional or inadvertent breaches; email filtering, which detects lies in an email, and analyzes header and connection information contained in inbound email traffic and blocks those that are not truthful; and activity profiles, which provide companies with detailed visibility into their current messaging traffic and their email archive contents. The company also offers operational and forensic email analysis; retrospective email archive categorization; and consulting services. Through its consulting services, MessageGate, Inc. provides assistance in the installation and customization of the MessageGate solutions. MessageGate, Inc. was incorporated in 2001 and is based in Bellevue, Washington.
ZoomInfo Technologies
Series A in 2004
ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based go-to-market intelligence platform designed for sales and marketing teams globally. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive directory of verified professional and business profiles, which includes detailed information such as employment history and direct contact information. This platform enables users to engage effectively with their target audiences across various industry sectors, including software, financial services, healthcare, and more. With a community of over 300,000 users, ZoomInfo employs proprietary technology and third-party integrations to collect, organize, and validate business data. The primary goal of the company is to equip organizations with a 360-degree view of their ideal customers, thereby enhancing their go-to-market strategies and ultimately driving revenue growth.
Blue Nile
Series C in 2001
Blue Nile, Inc. is an online retailer specializing in diamonds and fine jewelry, catering to customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of products, including engagement rings, wedding bands, earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets, and various accessories crafted from precious metals, diamonds, gemstones, and pearls. Blue Nile distinguishes itself by providing extensive educational resources and innovative online tools that empower consumers in their jewelry shopping experience. The company maintains high quality standards, offering thousands of independently graded, conflict-free diamonds at competitive prices compared to traditional retail options. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Blue Nile was initially known as Internet Diamonds, Inc. before adopting its current name in November 1999.
Headquartered in Redmond, WA, imandi.com was formed by Microsoft alumni Raghav Kher and Eric Johnson in November 1998. At Microsoft, Kher was Director of Strategic Business Decisions and orchestrated the company's acquisition of Hotmail, while Johnson was a lead developer within Microsoft Research for several leading-edge applications. Kher's proven expertise in marketing and business development complements Johnson's track record in software innovation.
Blue Nile
Series B in 2000
Blue Nile, Inc. is an online retailer specializing in diamonds and fine jewelry, catering to customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of products, including engagement rings, wedding bands, earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets, and various accessories crafted from precious metals, diamonds, gemstones, and pearls. Blue Nile distinguishes itself by providing extensive educational resources and innovative online tools that empower consumers in their jewelry shopping experience. The company maintains high quality standards, offering thousands of independently graded, conflict-free diamonds at competitive prices compared to traditional retail options. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Blue Nile was initially known as Internet Diamonds, Inc. before adopting its current name in November 1999.
Wavtrace
Venture Round in 1999
Wavtrace is focused on the development of broadband wireless access systems that focus on the transmission of voice and video data. Wavtrace was founded by Robert Lundy and Vern Fotheringham in 1996. It is based in Bellevue, Washington.