# Genband

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

- Industry: Telecoms
- Headquarters: Frisco, US
- Website: www.genband.com
- Total disclosed funding: $201M
- Latest round: Series D (Apr 25, 2008)
- Investors on record: 17

## About

Genband is a technology company focused on providing communication solutions and advanced networking technologies that enhance connectivity for enterprises and service providers globally.Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Frisco, US, Genband specializes in communication solutions for service providers and enterprises. After several strategic partnerships and mergers, the company merged with Ribbon Communications Operating Company, Inc. in January 2024. Genband has completed 16 deals, with its most recent funding round being a Venture Debt round of USD 50.00 mn from Silicon Valley Bank, contributing to a total capital raised of USD 343.47 mn.Genband offers a range of products and services, including advanced IP optical networking solutions and session border controllers that ensure secure communications. Their Apollo optical networking products leverage 140Gbaud technology for high-capacity data transport, supporting traffic such as 100GbE and 400GbE. Genband serves a diverse client base including telecommunications, healthcare, and financial services across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.The company's revenue is generated through B2B transactions, primarily from service providers and enterprise clients. Revenue streams include licensing fees from proprietary software, hardware sales, and ongoing support services, often structured through multi-year agreements. Genband's flagship products, such as the Apollo optical networking systems and session border controllers, contribute significantly to its revenue.Post-merger, Genband aims to leverage recent funding to expand its market presence. The company is focused on introducing new products and enhancing its existing offerings. The funding will support further development of innovative networking solutions and facilitate entry into new geographic markets, enhancing its solutions for a wider audience. The recent merger is expected to streamline operations and improve market competitiveness.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, Apr 25, 2008, $25M — Oak Investment Partners
- Series C, Apr 23, 2007, $13M — Alcatel-Lucent Ventures, Oak Investment Partners, Sevin Rosen Funds, N47, Telesoft Partners, Granite Asia, Venrock, HLM Venture Partners, Investcorp, Trellis Partners
- Series C, Dec 7, 2006, $14M — Oak Investment Partners, Telesoft Partners, Venrock, HLM Venture Partners, Trellis Partners
- Series D, Jul 16, 2001, $66M — Invesco, Oak Investment Partners, Hong Shan, Sevin Rosen Funds, Granite Asia, Wheatley Partners, Venrock, HLM Venture Partners, Trellis Partners, TWP Private Wealth Management, CIT Group, Texas Instruments Incorporated
- Series C, Oct 30, 2000, $47M — Oak Investment Partners, Hong Shan, Sevin Rosen Funds, Venrock, HLM Venture Partners, Trellis Partners, TWP Private Wealth Management, CIT Group, SBC Venture Capital Corporation
- Series B, Feb 21, 2000, $24M — Oak Investment Partners, Hong Shan, Sevin Rosen Funds, Venrock, Trellis Partners
- Series A, Nov 7, 1999, $12M — Hong Shan, Sevin Rosen Funds, Venrock, Trellis Partners

## Investors

- Hong Shan — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Sevin Rosen Funds (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sevin-rosen-funds) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Venrock (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/venrock) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Trellis Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/trellis-partners) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Oak Investment Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/oak-investment-partners) — Series B, Series C, Series D
- HLM Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hlm-venture-partners) — Series C, Series D
- TWP Private Wealth Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/twp-private-wealth-management) — Series C, Series D
- CIT Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cit-group) — Series C, Series D
- SBC Venture Capital Corporation — Series C
- Invesco (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/invesco) — Series D
- Granite Asia (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/granite-asia) — Series D, Series C
- Wheatley Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/wheatley-partners) — Series D
- Texas Instruments Incorporated — Series D
- Telesoft Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/telesoft-partners) — Series C
- Alcatel-Lucent Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/alcatel-lucent-ventures) — Series C
- N47 (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/n47) — Series C
- Investcorp — Series C