# Iolon

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

- Industry: Telecoms
- Headquarters: San Jose, US
- Website: ww5.iolon.com
- Total disclosed funding: $7.6M
- Latest round: Series C (Apr 25, 2002)
- Investors on record: 13

## About

Iolon is a specialized provider of domain evaluation services, ensuring pricing transparency and quick valuation for domain names. The firm supports both individual and business clients in navigating domain transactions effectively.Founded in 2000, Iolon operates from San Jose, US, focusing on domain evaluation services. The company was acquired by Coherent Imaging Optics in May 2005 for an undisclosed amount. Iolon has engaged in 3 deals, with the most recent being a VENTURE DEBT round in November 2005, raising USD 9.00 mn from investors including Costella Kirsch and Western Technology Investment. The total amount raised by the company amounts to USD 7.60 mn.Iolon specializes in providing domain evaluation services with a focus on pricing transparency. The company’s core offering allows clients to obtain a valuation for domain names within 24 business hours through a streamlined submission form. This service targets businesses and individuals seeking to buy or sell domain names, providing them essential insights into market value. By leveraging expertise from domain specialists, Iolon aims to simplify the often complex process of domain transactions, thereby serving a diverse clientele that includes entrepreneurs, startups, and established companies across various industries. The geographical markets for their services extend beyond the United States and Canada, reaching international clients who require domain valuation expertise.The revenue model for Iolon primarily revolves around transaction-based pricing for domain valuation services. Clients engage with the firm through a straightforward process, submitting requests for price evaluations that are fulfilled by domain valuation experts. This direct-to-consumer model allows clients to receive personalized pricing insights, forming the basis for potential future transactions involving domain purchases or sales. While specific pricing plans for services are not disclosed, the company fosters a transactional structure that emphasizes clarity and efficiency in the valuation process. The firm’s approach appeals to a wide array of clients, from individual domain investors to larger businesses looking to acquire premium domain names.Iolon is expected to leverage its recent funding to enhance its domain evaluation services and explore new product offerings. The company is strategizing to expand beyond North America into international markets, targeting regions where domain evaluation services are growing in demand. Recent funding from the VENTURE DEBT round will be utilized to support these initiatives, facilitating the development of new products and market outreach. The latest deal occurred on November 10, 2005.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Apr 25, 2002, $7.6M — Boston Millennia Partners, Kleiner Perkins, DCM, Swiss Life Asset Management, Bowman Capital, Seligman Investments, Integral Capital Partners, CrossBridge Ventures, Banc of America Securities, Seagate Technology LLC, Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Optical Capital Group, NTT Finance

## Investors

- Boston Millennia Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/boston-millennia-partners) — Series C
- Kleiner Perkins (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kleiner-perkins) — Series C
- DCM (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dcm) — Series C
- Swiss Life Asset Management — Series C
- Bowman Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bowman-capital) — Series C
- Seligman Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/seligman-investments) — Series C
- Integral Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/integral-capital-partners) — Series C
- CrossBridge Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/crossbridge-ventures) — Series C
- Banc of America Securities — Series C
- Seagate Technology LLC — Series C
- Goldman Sachs Asset Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/goldman-sachs-asset-management) — Series C
- Optical Capital Group — Series C
- NTT Finance — Series C