# Technical Communities

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/technical-communities

- Industry: Marketing/Advertising
- Headquarters: San Bruno, US
- Website: www.technicalcommunities.com
- Total disclosed funding: $26M
- Latest round: Series D (Nov 15, 2006)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Technical Communities Inc. efficiently connects technology companies with buyers through tailored marketing services and strategic reseller partnerships, driving robust market engagement and sales enablement solutions.Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Bruno, US, Technical Communities Inc. specializes in technology sales connections. The company has completed 3 deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on September 30, 2008. It raised USD 3 mn from investors including Crosspoint Venture Partners, New Enterprise Associates, and TCV. Peter Ostrow serves as the CEO, bringing a wealth of experience to the company.Technical Communities specializes in connecting technology firms with buyers through a comprehensive suite of services that includes reseller and distribution channels, as well as innovative marketing capabilities. The company leverages proprietary data analysis technology and extensive market experience to offer reseller firms top-tier sales enablement, fulfillment, and distribution solutions for both commercial and public sector clients. Their marketing services, backed by a curated database of vetted technology buyers, facilitate demand and lead generation programs that deliver significant returns on investment for their clients. The company primarily serves federal, state, and local government agencies, along with higher education organizations, effectively engaging commercial technology buyers across the United States and other targeted international markets.Technical Communities generates revenue through a combination of reseller partnerships and marketing services, focusing on B2B transactions. The firm’s flagship offerings include specialized lead generation programs that cater to both public and commercial sectors, creating a sustainable revenue model driven by high client retention rates exceeding 90%. Clients typically engage in contractual agreements where they pay for lead generation services, with transactions structured to ensure recurring revenue from long-term partnerships. The company’s emphasis on delivering quality leads—such as its TeleNurture program—facilitates strong client satisfaction and loyalty, enabling a robust revenue stream based on the repeat business of satisfied clients.The company plans to utilize its most recent funding of USD 3 mn, raised in August 2000, to enhance its product offerings and expand into new markets. The upcoming initiatives include the development of innovative marketing solutions aimed at both public and commercial sectors. Technical Communities aims to solidify its presence in additional geographic regions by targeting new clients in both governmental and educational institutions, enhancing its reach across diverse international markets.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, Nov 15, 2006, $26M — New Enterprise Associates, TCV, Crosspoint Venture Partners, Net Market Partners
- Series A, Mar 11, 1999 — New Enterprise Associates, Crosspoint Venture Partners

## Investors

- New Enterprise Associates (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/new-enterprise-associates) — Series A, Series D
- Crosspoint Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/crosspoint-venture-partners) — Series A, Series D
- TCV (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tcv) — Series D
- Net Market Partners — Series D