# Kollective Technology

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/kollective-technology

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Sunnyvale, US
- Website: www.kontiki.com
- Total disclosed funding: $71M
- Latest round: Series C (May 17, 2016)
- Investors on record: 12

## About

Kollective Technology Inc. specializes in video optimization and observability solutions, enhancing enterprise video experiences through advanced analytics and network performance enhancements.Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, US, Kollective Technology Inc. offers a platform focused on video optimization for enterprises. The company has raised USD 12.25 mn in Series C funding from investors including MK Capital, Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Cross Creek Capital, and Hatteras Funds, with the latest deal occurring on May 17, 2016. The company was founded by Karin Maislinger, and Dan Vetras currently serves as the CEO.Kollective Technology provides a platform for video optimization and observability tailored for enterprise needs. This includes Real User Monitoring, AI-driven analytics, and proactive issue detection, which can reduce video bandwidth usage by up to 99% while ensuring high-quality streaming. Their solutions support large global enterprises across various sectors, facilitating effective video content for internal communications and live broadcasts, particularly in markets across North America, Europe, and Asia.Kollective Technology operates on a subscription-based revenue model, allowing organizations to integrate its video optimization platform with tools such as Microsoft Teams and Cisco Webex. This model generates ongoing revenue through annual or monthly subscriptions. The company enhances revenue potential through collaborations with tech partners, offering integrated service packages and joint marketing initiatives, particularly around its core products like collaboration observability and real-time user monitoring.Following its Series C funding round of USD 12.25 mn in May 2016, Kollective Technology plans to expand its product offerings and geographical reach. The company is focusing on developing new features aimed at enhancing user experience and is targeting additional markets in Europe and Asia for its services by 2025. The funding will support these product development initiatives and market expansion efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, May 17, 2016, $12M — Pritzker Group Venture Capital, MK Capital, Hatteras Funds, Cross Creek
- Series C, Feb 29, 2012, $5.1M — Pritzker Group Venture Capital, MK Capital, Hatteras Venture Partners, Cross Creek
- Series B, Oct 20, 2010, $11M — Pritzker Group Venture Capital, MK Capital, Cross Creek
- Series A, Nov 30, 2004, $8.7M — Benchmark, First Analysis, MK Capital, Granite Ventures, Adobe Ventures, The Barksdale Group
- Series B, Oct 28, 2002, $16M — Benchmark, Granite Ventures, VeriSign, Inc., Adobe Ventures, The Barksdale Group
- Series A, Aug 6, 2001, $18M — Benchmark, Angel Investors, The Barksdale Group

## Investors

- Benchmark (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/benchmark) — Series A, Series B
- Angel Investors (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/angel-investors) — Series A
- The Barksdale Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/the-barksdale-group) — Series A, Series B
- Granite Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/granite-ventures) — Series B, Series A
- VeriSign, Inc. — Series B
- Adobe Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/adobe-ventures) — Series B, Series A
- First Analysis (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/first-analysis) — Series A
- MK Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mk-capital) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Pritzker Group Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pritzker-group-venture-capital) — Series B, Series C
- Cross Creek (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cross-creek) — Series B, Series C
- Hatteras Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hatteras-venture-partners) — Series C
- Hatteras Funds (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hatteras-funds) — Series C