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For-Profit, Before-Profit, and Not-for-Profit Portfolio - H1 2011 |
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Education & Technology Startups |
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Education & Early Learning
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Revolutionizing Computing through Virtualization
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Discovering the fundamental principles of human learning that will enable all children to achieve their full potential
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Desktop virtualization company. In revenue, profitable. 2.5 million seats installed, 20+ M users, 75% in education, Top-3 WW.
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World-renowned research institution of University of Washington. |
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Role: Co-Chairman, Investor 2011 Focus: Strategic planning, global business development.
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Role: Advisory board member 2011 Focus: Marketing, fundraising
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Changing the Way India Learns
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Positively impact the local community by leveraging the collective power of our Partners and Investees
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Educational software platform startup. In revenue. Secured three of top 10 Indian educational services companies for 2011 launch.
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NFP with network of engaged philanthropists, engaged locally in early learning, education and the environment. |
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Role: Co-Chairman, Co-lead Investor 2011 Focus: Team coaching, financing, business development
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Role: Partner 2011 Focus: “Fast Pitch” social entrepreneurship, Social media strategy
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Revitalizing Entertainment
Retailing in a
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Creating peace one story at a time
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Digital media, retail startup. In revenue. Deployed in 30 airports, strategic partner of NCR and Meridan. |
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NFP focused on education and social justice. Substantial curriculum developed with deep web engagement of over 30,000 users monthly. |
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Role: Board member, Investor 2011 Focus: Financing, Governance, Team development
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Role: Board member 2011 Focus: Sustainable business model development
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Mobilize your anything
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Improving access to healthcare for remote, underserved communities around the world
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Mobile application platform. In revenue, profitable. #1 in US libraries. Deployed across iPhone, Android, Blackberry, Symbian, etc.
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NFP engaged in systems to improve global health. Successful programs in Mozambique, Malawi. Ranked #1 by GiveWell 2010/11 for transparency and results.
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Role: Advisory board member 2011 Focus: Focus: Corporate development, strategic planning
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Role: Board member 2011 Focus: Governance, IT strategy
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Complete protection for mobile electronics
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Catalyst for strengthening the global development sector and its member organizations, and advocating for education, global engagement and foreign policy
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Mobile electronics accessories startup. In revenue. Top-rated environmentally sealed case for Kindle. |
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NFP membership organization strengthening global development organizations in the Pacific Northwest. |
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Role: Investor 2011 Focus: Line expansion, Strategic partnering |
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Role: Board member 2011 Focus: Education strategy, Board development |