What is MarketShare?
MarketShare operates the Prometheus Online Store, a dedicated platform for a comprehensive array of signage products. This includes specialized categories such as BBQ, COVID-19 safety, leasing office, parking, pet-friendly, pool, and various specialty signs. The service is designed to offer a streamlined solution for all signage requirements, with all transactions processed through the Prometheus account for efficient payment. The company emphasizes a rigorous approval process for custom signs prior to production and conducts a review for orders exceeding $1000. Prometheus Online Store targets businesses and individuals seeking professional and reliable signage solutions.
How much funding has MarketShare raised?
MarketShare has raised a total of $117.6M across 7 funding rounds:
Private Equity
$21.6M
Private Equity
$32M
Debt
$5M
Debt
$3M
Private Equity
$38M
Private Equity
$10M
Private Equity
$8M
Private Equity (2010): $21.6M with participation from Elevation Partners
Private Equity (2011): $32M led by Elevation Partners
Debt (2011): $5M supported by Elevation Partners
Debt (2012): $3M featuring Elevation Partners
Private Equity (2013): $38M backed by FTV capital and Elevation Partners
Private Equity (2014): $10M with participation from FTV capital, NextEquity Partners, and Elevation Partners
Private Equity (2015): $8M, investors not publicly disclosed
Key Investors in MarketShare
Elevation Partners
Elevation Partners was a private equity fund focused on technology and media, known for early investments in companies like Facebook and Yelp. The firm concluded its operations in 2015, with its team members continuing to invest through vehicles like Elevation Investors II and NextEquity, maintaining a focus on growth investments in technology and digital media.
FTV capital
FTV Capital is a growth equity investment firm that invests in high-growth companies across enterprise technology and services, financial services, and payments and transaction processing sectors.
NextEquity Partners
NextEquity Partners is an investment firm founded by former executives from Apple and Elevation Partners, focusing on mid-stage consumer and enterprise technology companies poised for growth. They leverage extensive experience to provide strategic advice and foster collaborative relationships.
What's next for MarketShare?
The recent major strategic investment in MarketShare, represented by $8M, signals a phase of accelerated expansion and market penetration. Given the company's established online retail presence for signage and its history of substantial capital raises, this latest financing is likely to fuel advancements in its product offerings, operational scaling, and potentially, market diversification. The company's strategic focus will likely involve enhancing its e-commerce capabilities and solidifying its position as a leading provider of diverse signage solutions.
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