What is Owler?
Owler operates as the world's largest community-based business insights platform, empowering business professionals to gain a competitive edge through comprehensive market intelligence. The platform is fueled by a dynamic community of users who contribute critical data on competitors, private company revenues, and CEO ratings. This crowdsourced information is invaluable for a wide spectrum of users, from burgeoning startups to established enterprises, including CEOs, sales teams, marketers, and product managers, who rely on Owler daily for up-to-date industry news and alerts.
How much funding has Owler raised?
Owler has raised a total of $31.2M across 5 funding rounds:
Series A
$2M
Series B
$17.3M
Other Financing Round
$7M
Unspecified
$4.5M
Debt
$350K
Series A (2011): $2M with participation from Jim Fowler
Series B (2012): $17.3M led by Trinity Ventures and Norwest Venture Partners
Other Financing Round (2018): $7M supported by Trinity Ventures, Joe Mansueto, and Norwest Venture Partners
Unspecified (2020): $4.5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2020): $350K backed by PPP
Key Investors in Owler
Trinity Ventures
Trinity Ventures is an early-stage investment firm dedicated to supporting mission-driven entrepreneurs and transforming their ambitious visions into reality. The firm invests in a diverse range of industries, exemplified by its portfolio that includes companies like Turos, Side, and Markforged. With a commitment to fostering lasting relationships and providing hands-on support, Trinity Ventures focuses on building high-impact businesses.
Norwest Venture Partners
Founded in 1961, Norwest Venture Partners is a global, multi-stage venture capital and growth equity investment firm. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California with offices in India and Israel.
Jim Fowler
Founded by Jim Fowler, these companies specialize in energy engineering services for commercial, municipal, and industrial building owners. They offer comprehensive energy assessments, audits, and reduction strategies, leveraging Jim's expertise in business management and operations. Additionally, they provide product development and construction management services.
What's next for Owler?
The recent strategic investment positions Owler for accelerated expansion and further platform enhancement. This capital infusion is expected to fuel advancements in data acquisition, analytical capabilities, and community engagement initiatives. By leveraging this financial backing, Owler aims to solidify its market leadership and continue providing unparalleled business insights, enabling its users to make more informed strategic decisions and stay ahead of market trends.
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