# Vesper Technologies

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/vesper-technologies

- Industry: Electronics
- Headquarters: Boston, US
- Website: www.vespermems.com
- Total disclosed funding: $38M
- Latest round: Series B (May 15, 2018)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Vesper Technologies, Inc. is a provider of advanced micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology, focusing on innovative sensor and actuator solutions for the electronics and automotive sectors.Founded in 2009, Vesper Technologies, Inc. specializes in micro-electromechanical systems, with headquarters in Boston, US. The company has undergone no notable pivots and operates independently with no identified subsidiaries. The founders, Karl Grosh and Robert Littrell, have a history in technology innovation, while CEO Matt Crowley leads the firm. The company has successfully secured USD 18 million in venture funding on September 29, 2021, led by Accomplice, and has raised a total of USD 18 million to date.Vesper MEMS specializes in advanced micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology, providing innovative solutions tailored for diverse applications in electronics and automotive industries. The company focuses on high-performance sensors and actuators that enhance consumer electronics, industrial automation, and automotive safety systems, addressing critical challenges in accuracy and reliability for environmental sensing and advanced functionalities in smart devices. Vesper MEMS products serve OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific markets, strengthening its position as a key player in the MEMS sector.Vesper MEMS generates revenue through direct sales of its MEMS-based sensors and actuators, primarily through a B2B model. The company collaborates with leading manufacturers and distributors to fulfill bulk orders for large-scale production, with revenue structured around multi-year contracts and recurring agreements for long-term supply. Pricing strategies cater to diverse client needs, ensuring competitive rates on flagship products that emphasize quality and innovation. This revenue model underscores Vesper MEMS's reliability in the evolving MEMS market.Following its recent funding round of USD 18 million on September 29, 2021, Vesper Technologies, Inc. plans to utilize the capital to accelerate the development of edge AI technologies. The company is working on launching new sensor products designed to meet the growing demands of smart devices and automotive safety, with specific release dates to be announced as development progresses. Additionally, Vesper is targeting expansion into new geographic markets, including Europe and Asia-Pacific, to diversify its client base and enhance its global footprint.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, May 15, 2018, $23M — Baidu, American Family Ventures, Accomplice, Sands Capital Alternatives, Hyperplane Venture Capital, Bose Ventures, ZZ Capital International, Shure Incorporated, Amazon
- Series A, Dec 9, 2016, $15M — AAC Technologies Holdings Inc, Accomplice, Hyperplane Venture Capital, Amazon, MNTech

## Investors

- AAC Technologies Holdings Inc — Series A
- Accomplice (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/accomplice) — Series A, Series B
- Hyperplane Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hyperplane-venture-capital) — Series A, Series B
- Amazon (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/amazon) — Series A, Series B
- MNTech — Series A
- Baidu — Series B
- American Family Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/american-family-ventures) — Series B
- Sands Capital Alternatives (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sands-capital-alternatives) — Series B
- Bose Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bose-ventures) — Series B
- ZZ Capital International (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zz-capital-international) — Series B
- Shure Incorporated — Series B