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Syniverse

8125 Highwoods Palm Way, Tampa, FL, 33647, United States

Overview

Syniverse is the world’s most connected company. Its focus is on bridging technology islands and commercial worlds so its customers can reach, protect, and engage their users – regardless of device, network, or location. Today, Syniverse connects more than 1,000 operators and more than 500 other companies in almost 200 countries, and it provides reach to more than 7 billion mobile devices around the world. The company does this at locations in more than 30 countries with a staff 2,000 strong and growing.

Total investments
1
Lead investments
1
Investments · 12mo
0
Active investors
8

Sector focus

  • Messaging
  • Mobile
  • Professional Services
  • Software
  • Telecommunications
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Investment portfolio

  • Vibes

    Led · Equity · Jun 2016

    Vibes provides a Catapult Mobile Relationship Management (MRM) platform that lets marketers manage text messaging, push notifications, Apple Wallet passes, Android Pay, and mobile web campaigns from a single interface. The company is a Tier 1 aggregator with direct connections to all U.S. wireless carriers and has delivered more than 8 billion mobile experiences since 1998 on behalf of customers including Chipotle, Home Depot, Gap, Verizon and Allstate. Vibes’ platform targets retailers, financial services, travel and hospitality companies, as well as mobile operators, MVNOs and OTT providers. The company emphasizes a CMO-friendly product designed to drive revenue through targeted mobile marketing campaigns and measurable ROI. Under the announced strategic partnership, Vibes plans to expand its software into new global markets and pursue white-label and carrier-focused opportunities with Syniverse’s support.

Team

  • Dean Douglas

    Chief Executive Officer & President

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  • John Wick

    Chief Technology Officer

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  • Simeon Irvine

    Chief Transformation Officer & Interim CFO

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  • Laura Binion

    General Counsel & Senior Vice President

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