# Swimlane

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

- Industry: IT Security/Cybersecurity
- Headquarters: Denver, US
- Website: www.swimlane.com
- Total disclosed funding: $38M
- Latest round: Series C (May 20, 2022)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Founded in 2014 in Ohio, US, Swimlane, Inc. provides a hyperautomation platform to streamline security operations. The company was co-founded by Brian Kafenbaum and Cody Cornell, with James Brear serving as CEO. In June 2025, Swimlane, Inc. raised USD 45 million in growth funding co-led by returning investors Energy Impact Partners and Activate Capital, with participation from new investor Trinity Capital Investment. The core product, Swimlane Turbine, features agentic AI capabilities aimed at automating security processes, including case management, threat detection, and compliance auditing. Key functionalities include low-code playbooks, dynamic dashboards, and a marketplace for infinite integrations, enabling users to create customized security solutions tailored to their specific needs. The platform is utilized by diverse clients, including Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and government agencies, across global markets such as North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. With a focus on addressing the increasing complexities of cybersecurity and the shortage of qualified security operations personnel, Swimlane's solutions streamline operations and enhance incident response effectiveness for its users.Swimlane's revenue model is centered around subscription-based services, which allow clients to access its hyperautomation platform and associated features. This transactional structure typically involves annual or multi-year contracts, providing clients with continuous support and updates. The company caters primarily to B2B clients, including MSSPs and enterprises across various industries, who integrate Swimlane's solutions into their existing security frameworks. Custom pricing plans are designed to accommodate the unique needs of each client, based on the scale of deployment and specific use cases, particularly emphasizing offerings such as the Swimlane Turbine platform. These engagements aim to enhance clients' security operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, ultimately driving value through improved efficiency and reduced operational costs. In June 2025, Swimlane, Inc. raised USD 45 million in growth funding co-led by returning investors Energy Impact Partners and Activate Capital, with participation from new investor Trinity Capital Investment. The company plan to use the June 2025 funding to accelerate its global market expansion and product innovation.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, May 20, 2022, $15M — Energy Impact Partners, Activate Capital, 3Lines Venture Capital, Sun Management
- Series B, May 30, 2019, $23M — Energy Impact Partners
- Series A, Mar 21, 2018 — 3Lines Venture Capital

## Investors

- 3Lines Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/3lines-venture-capital) — Series A, Series C
- Energy Impact Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/energy-impact-partners) — Series B, Series C
- Activate Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/activate-capital) — Series C
- Sun Management — Series C