Founded
3 Dec 1980

Address

Western Technology Investment
2010 North First Street
Suite 310
San Jose, CA 95131
United States

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Business classification

VCID: 30123
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    Corporate information

    Also known as
    WTI

    Registration country
    Investment activity status
    Active investor

    Company type

    Venture debt firm investing debt and equity capital in venture-backed technology, healthcare and clean technology companies.

    Overview

    Western Technology Investment (WTI) is a venture capital firm that was founded in 1979. It is based in Palo Alto, California, and it focuses on providing early-stage and growth-stage financing to technology and life sciences companies. WTI has invested in a wide range of companies, including well-known brands such as Dropbox, Netgear, and SunPower. WTI is a leading venture capital firm, and it has raised more than $2 billion in capital over the course of its history. The firm is known for its expertise in identifying and investing in high-potential companies, and it has a track record of helping its portfolio companies grow and succeed. In addition to providing financing, WTI also offers a range of other services to its portfolio companies, including strategic advice, business development support, and access to its network of industry contacts. The firm is dedicated to helping its portfolio companies succeed, and it is committed to fostering innovation and growth in the technology and life sciences industries. Overall, Western Technology Investment (WTI) is a leading venture capital firm that is focused on providing early-stage and growth-stage financing to technology and life sciences companies. The firm is known for its expertise in identifying and investing in high-potential companies, and it has helped many of its portfolio companies grow and succeed.

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    Stage focus

    Selected investments

    Country Date Notes
    Rigetti & Co Inc
    Developer of quantum computing for AI and computational chemistry
    United States 2 Mar 2020
    28 Mar 2017
    Series C
    Follow-on investment. Round participant. Active
    SV Academy
    Vocational program that gives a diversity of people access to Silicon Valley sales and business development careers.
    1 Aug 2017 N/A
    Initial investment. Round participant. Active
    Helix Sleep Inc
    Mattress manufacturer.
    United States 29 Aug 2016 Series A
    Active
    Hyperloop One
    Developer of ultra high speed transportation services.
    United States 11 May 2016 Series B
    New investment., Active
    CapLinked Inc
    United States 16 Jan 2016 Venture
    Initial investment. Round participant. Active
    Kabbage Inc
    Instant SME lending.
    United States 13 Dec 2011 Debt
    Active
    Appconomy Inc
    Developer of mobile applications and application components.
    United States 1 Dec 2011 Series B
    Active
    UserVoice Inc
    UserVoice creates simple online feedback, help desk and knowledge base software
    United States 1 Nov 2011 Series B
    Active
    CV Ingenuity Corp
    United States 1 Oct 2011 Series B
    Practice Fusion Inc
    Offers a web-based electronic health record system to physicians
    United States 1 Sep 2011 N/A
    Active
    Health Guru Media Inc
    Destination site for health information and videos.
    United States 29 Jun 2011 Series D
    Active
    HealthGuru Media Inc
    The leading provider of health video on the web
    United States 1 Jun 2011 Series D
    Solaria Corp
    Low concentration PV modules
    United States 31 Dec 2010 Series D
    Initial investment. Round participant. Active
    Blekko Inc
    Provide a differentiated editorial voice in search
    United States 1 Feb 2010
    1 May 2008
    Grant
    Active
    Return Path Inc
    Provider of internet service to improve the email experience for everyone and promote transparency and trust between legitimate email senders.
    United States 1 Jan 2009 Series E
    Active
    Osprey Pharmaceuticals USA
    United States 1 May 2008 Series A
    Universal Ad
    Developer of retail promotions automation software.
    1 Mar 2008 Series B
    Grouply
    Online service to organize social networking groups
    United States 1 Jan 2008 Seed

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