What is Sharethrough?
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, Sharethrough operates as a specialized ad tech entity. The company provides sophisticated solutions that enable marketers and trading desks to integrate non-interruptive advertising directly into the content feeds of global publishers. By prioritizing user experience without compromising publisher revenue, Sharethrough has carved out a distinct market position, effectively bridging the gap between high-engagement content and programmatic advertising efficiency.
How much funding has Sharethrough raised?
Sharethrough has raised a total of $40M across 6 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$1M
Series A
$5M
Series B
$5M
Series C
$17M
Series D
$10M
Debt
$2M
Angel/Seed (2008): $1M with participation from FLOODGATE and Baseline Ventures
Series A (2010): $5M led by FLOODGATE and North Bridge Venture Partners
Series B (2012): $5M supported by North Bridge Venture Partners and Flood Gate
Series C (2014): $17M featuring Patrick Keane, North Bridge Venture Partners, Floodgate Fund, Silver Creek Ventures, and Elevation Partners
Series D (2014): $10M backed by North Bridge Venture Partners, Sky, Floodgate, Silver Creek Ventures, and Elevation Partners
Debt (2020): $2M with participation from PPP
Key Investors in Sharethrough
North Bridge Venture Partners
North Bridge Venture Partners invests in exceptional individuals whose innovative ideas have the potential to disrupt industries, providing seed-to-growth financing to help turn those ideas into successful companies.
Floodgate
Floodgate Fund is a venture capital firm that specializes in early stage investments in technology companies, focusing on identifying and backing innovative companies that are considered pattern breakers.
Elevation Partners
Elevation Partners was a pioneering private equity investment fund that focused on the intersection of technology and media, with a legacy of fostering innovative companies through growth investments.
What's next for Sharethrough?
Following its latest major strategic investment, Sharethrough is well-positioned to enhance its technological stack and expand its footprint in the digital media ecosystem. The company's trajectory, supported by a diverse group of venture capital and strategic partners, suggests a focus on deepening its programmatic capabilities and refining its ad-delivery algorithms. As the industry shifts toward more sustainable and user-centric advertising models, Sharethrough's established infrastructure provides a robust foundation for continued growth and market leadership in the evolving ad tech sector.
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