# FortiusOne

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/fortiusone

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Arlington, US
- Website: www.geoiq.com
- Total disclosed funding: $11M
- Latest round: Series C (Jul 22, 2010)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

FortiusOne Inc. specializes in domain name sales and leasing, helping businesses establish a compelling online presence through premium domains and associated services.Founded in Arlington, US, FortiusOne Inc. operates as GeoIQ.com, focusing on the sale and leasing of premium domain names. The company underwent a transformation in July 2012, when it was acquired by Esri Technologies, with Houlihan Lokey acting as the sell-side advisor. The company has completed a total of 4 deals, with its latest funding round being Series C, raising USD 4.87 mn, contributing to a current company valuation of USD 14.295 mn.GeoIQ.com focuses on the sale and leasing of premium domain names, particularly targeting individuals and businesses seeking to establish a strong online presence. Their core offerings include the full ownership of domain names, with an emphasis on the domain geoiq.com, which is described as a studious name suggestive of high intelligence and awareness. The platform caters to various use cases, including educational video series, learning platforms, science magazines, laboratories, and research institutes. GeoIQ.com provides valuable services such as logo design source files and rights of use with each domain purchase. Their clientele primarily consists of entrepreneurs, small businesses, and organizations looking to enhance their branding and online identity across various geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and Asia.The revenue model for GeoIQ.com is primarily based on the sale and leasing of domain names, with transactions occurring either through outright purchases or a lease-to-own structure. Customers can choose to buy a domain outright, which includes an immediate transfer of ownership to their preferred registrar, or opt for a lease-to-own plan that allows for monthly payments and full DNS access from the onset. This structure facilitates direct engagement with individuals and businesses, allowing them to utilize their domains for websites and email services almost immediately. Each transaction is supported by a structured payment plan, ensuring that clients have a clear understanding of their financial commitments. The flagship service is the premium domain geoiq.com, which includes a professionally designed logo, further enhancing the value proposition for clients investing in their online branding.While specific new products are not mentioned, the company aims to leverage the funding from its Series C round in July 2012 to enhance its service offerings and expand its market reach. Efforts will likely focus on increasing its presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, providing additional resources to support new clients in these regions.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jul 22, 2010, $4.9M — New Enterprise Associates, Chart Venture Partners
- Series B, May 16, 2007, $5.5M — Walker Ventures, New Markets Venture Partners, Chart Venture Partners, In-Q-Tel
- Series A, Jul 11, 2005, $0.6M — Walker Ventures, New Markets Venture Partners

## Investors

- Walker Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/walker-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- New Markets Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/new-markets-venture-partners) — Series A, Series B
- Chart Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chart-venture-partners) — Series B, Series C
- In-Q-Tel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/in-q-tel) — Series B
- New Enterprise Associates (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/new-enterprise-associates) — Series C