# Kentik

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.kentik.com
- Total disclosed funding: $94M
- Latest round: Series C (Sep 14, 2021)
- Investors on record: 13

## About

Kentik, Inc. specializes in network intelligence solutions that empower organizations to monitor and optimize their network infrastructures effectively, catering to both data centers and cloud environments.Kentik, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, US. The company focuses on providing network intelligence solutions for modern infrastructure teams. The founders, Avi Freedman, Ian Applegate, Ian Pye, and Justin Biegel, have extensive backgrounds in networking and technology. In September 2021, Kentik raised USD 56.27 mn in Series C funding, led by Third Point Ventures with participation from other investors such as August Capital and Delta-v Capital. This funding round brought the total amount raised to USD 56.27 mn, reflecting the current valuation of Kentik at USD 333.43 mn.Kentik offers a comprehensive suite of network intelligence solutions designed for modern infrastructure teams. The core product is the Kentik Network Intelligence Platform, which utilizes advanced analytics for visibility into network performance, reliability, and security. Key features include incident response capabilities that promote efficiency and automated troubleshooting, serving a diverse clientele that includes cloud service providers, telecommunications companies, and enterprises across various sectors. Kentik operates globally, focusing on markets in North America and Europe, enabling organizations to address complex network challenges.Kentik generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models for its network intelligence solutions, with tiered plans catering to various organizational needs. This approach allows clients access to monitoring services and advanced analytics for an annual or monthly fee. The company collaborates closely with service providers and enterprises, ensuring effective integration of its solutions into existing infrastructures. Key products like Kentik AI and Deep Flow Insight are essential to its revenue model, providing clients with vital tools for data-driven network operations.In September 2021, Kentik secured USD 56.27 mn in Series C funding aimed at investing in its platform and partnering with observability leaders to enhance monitoring capabilities. The company is focused on expanding its product offerings and entering new markets, specifically targeting growth in Europe and Asia by 2023. The recent funding will support these initiatives, enabling Kentik to address the fragmented monitoring landscape effectively.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Sep 14, 2021, $56M — August Capital, Golub Capital, Third Point, Delta-v Capital, DCVC, Tahoma Ventures, Engineering Capital, Vistara Growth, Gaingels
- Series B, Jul 21, 2016, $23M — August Capital, First Round Capital, Third Point, Glynn Capital, DCVC, Engineering Capital
- Series A, Jun 19, 2015, $12M — August Capital, First Round Capital, Webb Investment Network, DCVC, Tahoma Ventures, Engineering Capital, Center Electric Ventures
- Seed, Sep 11, 2014, $3.1M — First Round Capital, Webb Investment Network, DCVC, Tahoma Ventures, Engineering Capital, Center Electric Ventures

## Investors

- First Round Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/first-round-capital) — Seed, Series A, Series B
- Webb Investment Network (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/webb-investment-network) — Seed, Series A
- DCVC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dcvc) — Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C
- Tahoma Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tahoma-ventures) — Seed, Series A, Series C
- Engineering Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/engineering-capital) — Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C
- Center Electric Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/center-electric-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- August Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/august-capital) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Third Point (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/third-point) — Series B, Series C
- Glynn Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/glynn-capital) — Series B
- Golub Capital — Series C
- Delta-v Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/delta-v-capital) — Series C
- Vistara Growth — Series C
- Gaingels (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gaingels) — Series C