# Twisted Pair Solutions

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/twisted-pair-solutions

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Seattle, US
- Website: www.twistpair.com
- Total disclosed funding: $9M
- Latest round: Series A (Sep 29, 2006)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Twisted Pair Solutions specializes in providing expert-curated domain names and a marketplace for over 300,000 domains, catering to startups and businesses seeking to establish a robust online presence.Founded in 1999 in Seattle, US, Twisted Pair Solutions is focused on domain name services. The company has undergone a strategic acquisition, with Motorola Solutions acquiring Twisted Pair in January 2014, though the transaction terms remain undisclosed. Clinton Goldsmith serves as both the CEO and founder, having previously founded other ventures.Twisted Pair offers a comprehensive suite of domain-related services centered around brandable domain names. The flagship product, TwistPair.com, is a two-syllable domain appealing to various startups in technology, design, and connectivity. The company operates a marketplace featuring over 300,000 domains, including one-word names with modern extensions like .ai, .io, and .xyz. Additional offerings include domain contests for unique name ideas and AI-powered branding services, assisting businesses in creating logos and ensuring brand alignment. Their services target clients in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, mainly startup founders and entrepreneurs.Twisted Pair generates revenue through the sale of domain names and ancillary services. Transactions include one-time domain purchases and potential recurring revenue from annual renewals. Clients typically pay a set price for specific domains like TwistPair.com based on market value and demand. The company also offers payment plans for domain purchases, allowing customers immediate access while spreading costs over time. Additional revenue streams include trademark validation and filing services, billed separately to enhance their comprehensive domain management solutions.Following the acquisition by Motorola Solutions, Twisted Pair Solutions is focused on leveraging its resources to develop new products and expand into additional geographic markets. The company aims to enhance its domain offerings and increase its reach in North America and Europe by 2015, utilizing the latest funding from their Series B round in January 2014. This funding will be instrumental in supporting their growth initiatives and expanding their service capabilities.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Sep 29, 2006, $9M — Ignition Partners, Core Capital Partners, Chart Venture Partners

## Investors

- Ignition Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ignition-partners) — Series A
- Core Capital Partners — Series A
- Chart Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chart-venture-partners) — Series A