# Orion Labs

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/orion-labs

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.orionlabs.io
- Total disclosed funding: $48M
- Latest round: Series B (Mar 31, 2020)
- Investors on record: 10

## About

Orion Labs, Inc. is a US-based company specializing in advanced push-to-talk communication solutions that enhance operational efficiency through voice AI, language translation, and process automation for frontline workers.Founded in 2013, Orion Labs, Inc. is located in San Francisco, US, and focuses on providing innovative communication tools. The company has undergone a successful funding journey, culminating in a Series B round in December 2023, where it raised USD 5.41 mn led by Dell Technologies Capital. The total amount raised to date stands at USD 5.41 mn with a current company valuation of USD 46.03 mn. The founders, Greg Albrecht and Jesse Robbins, have a background in technology and entrepreneurship, contributing significantly to the company's vision. As of December 11, 2023, Orion was acquired by Vontas, expanding its capabilities within the transit sector.Orion specializes in advanced push-to-talk (PTT) communication solutions that integrate voice AI workflows, speech-to-speech language translation, and process automation to enhance operational efficiency and safety for frontline workers. Their core offerings include a comprehensive dispatch and cloud communication platform that enables instant communication in over 60 languages, allowing users to trigger automated workflows through simple voice commands. This facilitates faster incident response and supports compliance through voice-automated checklists. Orion's solutions serve various industries, including transportation, healthcare, energy, and logistics, with clients such as the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and Maplewood Senior Living.Orion operates primarily on a subscription-based revenue model, providing clients access to its platform and services through tiered pricing plans tailored to different organizational needs. Transactions typically involve annual subscriptions for PTT services, voice AI workflows, and language translation features, aimed at enhancing productivity and safety across various industries. Partnerships with organizations like Transdev demonstrate Orion's focus on delivering integrated communication solutions that streamline operations. The pricing structure reflects the inclusion of advanced features such as end-to-end encryption and emergency response capabilities, critical for clients in safety-sensitive sectors.Following its acquisition by Vontas in December 2023, Orion Labs, Inc. will focus on expanding its product offerings specifically for transit companies, introducing new solution modules like translation and digitalized vehicle inspection capabilities. This strategic move aims to leverage Vontas' resources to enhance Orion's market presence. The acquisition will facilitate entry into new markets, with a targeted approach to grow in North America and Europe, taking advantage of the existing relationships and operational frameworks established by Vontas. The recent funding will support these initiatives, allowing Orion to develop and launch innovative products to fulfill the evolving needs of the transit sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Mar 31, 2020, $5.4M — Avalon Ventures, Allen & Company, Argentum, Celesta Capital, Mathers Associates, Dell Technologies Capital
- Series B, Nov 12, 2019, $24M — Avalon Ventures, Allen & Company, Argentum, Motorola Solutions Venture Capital, Mathers Associates, Fuel Capital, The Thermo Companies
- Series A, Sep 7, 2017, $9.8M — Delta Partners, Allen & Company, Argentum, The Thermo Companies
- Series A, Dec 20, 2016, $8.5M — Allen & Company, Argentum, Fuel Capital, The Thermo Companies

## Investors

- Allen & Company — Series A, Series B
- Argentum (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/argentum) — Series A, Series B
- Fuel Capital — Series A, Series B
- The Thermo Companies — Series A, Series B
- Delta Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/delta-partners) — Series A
- Avalon Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/avalon-ventures) — Series B
- Motorola Solutions Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/motorola-solutions-venture-capital) — Series B
- Mathers Associates — Series B
- Celesta Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/celesta-capital) — Series B
- Dell Technologies Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dell-technologies-capital) — Series B