The right network can be a massively powerful and positive force. An active, focused network expands reach, enables the discovery of new ideas, verifies concepts, and delivers critical, differentiated advice. Prior to MissionOG, we utilized the power of networks as operators to advance our businesses. When we started the firm, we prioritized building a group […]
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Over the past eight years, MissionOG has supported high growth companies that have propelled the digitization of the economy. Despite the challenges of 2020, there were a significant number of developments that were extremely positive for our companies and our firm. In addition to overall stellar performance by our portfolio companies, we took several important […]
Congratulations to Venminder on raising their $33 million growth round. MissionOG initially invested in the company in 2018, and is excited to continue our financial support of the leader in third-party risk management. The company has made significant progress over the past two years: broadening their team, increasing their customer base, and evolving their solution […]
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“Every once in a while, a new technology, an old problem, and a big idea turn into innovation.” – Dean Kamen Recently, MissionOG co-led a $14 million Series B investment in Apkudo, the leader in supply chain automation for connected devices. The company has built […]
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Last week, MissionOG portfolio company DivvyCloud was acquired by Rapid7 (NASDAQ: RPD) for $145 million. The transaction united a leader in cybersecurity with a fast-growing company that provides cloud infrastructure compliance and security. The deal was a very good one for Rapid7, DivvyCloud, and its investors. MissionOG originally invested in DivvyCloud in October 2017 and […]
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MissionOG is fortunate to be supported by a deep network of experienced operators and entrepreneurs. This entry is part of a blog series where we share perspectives from “OG’s” – original innovators from specific market segments and/or business disciplines. Paul Melchiorre has had a distinguished career as a commercially focused, go-to-market leader and executive. He […]
Read More… from Five Questions with an OG, Paul Melchiorre: Go to market strategy
MissionOG is fortunate to be supported by a deep network of experienced operators and entrepreneurs. This entry is part of a blog series where we share perspectives from “OG’s” – original innovators from specific market segments and/or business disciplines. For the past 25 years, Marge Connelly has been in executive roles with public companies, responsible […]
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MissionOG is fortunate to be supported by a deep network of experienced operators and entrepreneurs. This entry is part of a blog series where we share perspectives from “OG’s” – original innovators from specific market segments and/or business disciplines. Tom Monahan invests in businesses that create and use technology, data, and analytics to inflect business […]
MissionOG is fortunate to be supported by a deep network of experienced operators and entrepreneurs. This entry is part of a blog series where we share perspectives from “OG’s” – original innovators from specific market segments and/or business disciplines. Michael Heller is currently an operating partner at MissionOG and venture partner with Oak Investment […]
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