Portfolio

We’ve partnered with exciting businesses and passionate entrepreneurs.

Inside Real Estate is a fast-growing, independently-owned real estate software firm that serves as a trusted technology partner to over 250,000 top brokerages, agents, and teams. It was ranked the No. 1 Real Estate Tech Company in G2’s Top 100 Software Awards, based solely on verified user reviews, and their flagship product, kvCORE Platform, is the most modern and comprehensive solution in the industry known for delivering profitable growth at every level of a brokerage organization. Built on a modern, scalable, and flexible architecture, kvCORE enables every brokerage to create their unique technology ecosystem through custom branding, robust integrations, and high-quality add-on solutions. With an accomplished leadership team and over 225 employees, Inside Real Estate brings the resources, scale, and vision to deliver ongoing innovation and success to their growing customer base.

"Ned can be tough and direct, but he brings a ton of experience, relationships and resources to the table that IRE could not have survived without. He invested in the business when we were not profitable and so I know he believes in the vision. He thinks like an owner and acts like my partner. 42 Ventures was a better match for me than I realized when we did the deal. "

Joe Skousen

Founder

Partnered with NexPhase Capital 2016.
www.insiderealestate.com

Founded in 1995 and based in Colorado Springs, Insurance technologies is committed to providing insurance carriers and distributors with efficient point of sale solutions. It has proven itself an innovator in the insurance and financial services industries by providing supply carriers and distribution partners with the means of regulatory automation and a streamlined sales process through SaaS e-applications. By integrating these functions into a single product, Insurance technologies offers the industry a vastly simplified sales process that accounts for each step from inception to close.

"The experience and insights that Ned Stringham brings to the table have been a huge asset to our business. His input and support have helped us greatly in determining the strategic direction of the company going forward. We’re excited about the direction that we’re headed."

David Fenimore

CEO

Acquired by Thomas H. Lee Partner 2020
www.insurancetechnologies.com

FAST (Flexible Architecture, Simplified Technology) is a software company seeking out innovative and reliable solutions for the problems resulting from legacy systems in the insurance and financial services industries. To address these issues, FAST helps firms to implement customized SOA solutions that range from targeted add-ons to step by step transformations of existing systems. With a complete suite of business driven software offerings that include policy, distribution, and business processes management, clients can expect personalized and adaptable solutions to optimize business efficiency, modernize outdated legacy systems, and remain competitive in their respective industry.

"We love the feeling of true partnership that has come through our involvement with Ned. It is great to have a group outside of our own team that shares our vision and is committed to seeing it come to fruition."

Tom Famularo

CEO

Acquired by Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) 2019
www.fasttechnology.com

SwipeClock LLC provides workforce management solutions to approximately 26,000 businesses through its integrated cloud-based software system. Their platform simplifies time and attendance management through an automated process that integrates seamlessly with common payroll tools. Additionally, SwipeClock offers solutions for employee scheduling that embrace the need for flexibility and immediate action through features like drag and drop scheduling and a virtual trade board. When used together, these products provide a comprehensive solution for the inefficiencies of workforce management. SwipeClock has become an industry leader in supplying employers with the tools they need to cut costs, observe workforce regulations, and maximize productivity.

"Ned has been the ideal sounding board for me while running this business . Our team as a whole has gained insights on both strategic and operational issues. We value his input as an experienced cloud-based software investor and executive."

Coleman Barney

CEO

Acquired by Inverness Graham Investments (“IGI”) June 2017
www3.swipeclock.com

Distribion provides organizations with simplified and centralized control over brand management, compliance standards and campaign development. The Distribion system is permission-based; empowering local offices with the ability to customize campaigns and collateral within corporate standards.

Distribion Services

Centralized Marketing
Multi-Channel Marketing
Local Customization
Campaign Insights
Increased Sales & Productivity

"Stringham and I founded this business together. I couldn’t have done it without his strategic insight, experience and relationships. We work together to guide the business and adjust our direction every week."

Tim Storer

CEO

Acquired by A. H. Belo 2015 (NYSE: AHC)
www.distribion.com

Vertical Nerve is an interactive marketing firm that helps its clients target and attract more customers, create more meaningful interactions and build integrated experiences across web, micro-site, search, social and mobile channels. Using the company’s deep analytics capabilities and software tools, Vertical Nerve distinguishes itself by helping clients see, understand and continually improve their online marketing efforts.

Vertical Nerve Services

Analytics Audit
Google Analytics Training
Website Design & Creative Services
Email Marketing
Search Engine Optimization
Mobile Development
Content Management Systems
Strategy

"With the help of 42 Ventures, our business has been able to focus and find a clear way to differentiate ourselves in a competitive business. We are growing rapidly and we see a bright future around what we are building."

Ernie Cote

General Manager

Acquired by A. H. Belo 2015 (NYSE: AHC)
www.verticalnerve.com

For two decades, Simpleview has been the innovation leader in destination marketing solutions, providing products and services to more than 200 Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) large and small across North America and beyond.

Simpleview Services

Simpleview CRM
Social Media Marketing
Simpleview CMS
Destination Travel Network
Website Design & Creative Services
Email Marketing
Search Engine Optimization
Bid Book & Collateral Generator
Pay Per Click
Interactive 3D Tour
Media Buying
Strategic Partner

"Ned has brought valuable experience and relationships to our business. His personal experience operating, growing and financing businesses like ours brings us valuable insights and his relationships in the industry have opened doors and helped us pursue our strategy more effectively."

Ryan George

CEO

Acquired by Ridgemont Equity Partners 2013
www.simpleviewinc.com

New Media Gateway is a leading provider of on-demand marketing software and interactive marketing services to Convention Visitors Bureau’s and Convention Centers. The company’s suite of solutions is used by the largest and most sophisticated destination marketing organizations in North America and provides the broadest range of web-based tools and services available. NMG has been the leader in bringing the latest technology innovations to this market including the first SaaS offering, integrated content management and CRM solution, and mobile app solutions.

"Stringham is an incredible deal maker. He came up with a creative, win-win deal structure, helped management and owners on both sides to see why it made sense and delivered an outcome that everyone is extremely pleased with."

Tim Storer

CEO

Acquired by Simpleview Inc. July 2010
www.simpleviewinc.com

TouchPath Software is dedicated to helping our customers improve efficiencies and simplify business processes. Since product inception in 1997, our software organization has accomplished this goal by iteratively developing, delivering and supporting a set of solutions that help manufacturing/distribution companies simplify and automate key supply chain processes using many forms of Automated Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) technologies including RFID, barcodes, sensor technology, and PLC’s. With proven, successful implementations world-wide,TouchPath’s premier solutions are the system of choice for many leading companies around the world.

"These guys know what it takes to operate and grow a real business. They’ve done it many times before and they are working with us to do it here. I like how they roll up their sleeves and work along-side us when that’s what needs doing."

Debbie Shropshire

Head of Operations

Acquired by management 20202
www.touchpath.com

Sharp Analytics bridges the gap between on and offline data through the SharpView Marketing Analytics Platform. By integrating data from disparate sources, the Sharp Analytics Marketing platform provides a central “dashboard” view into all of your marketing programs that can be used to drive immediate decisions and, ultimately, ROI. Sharp Analytics combines the advantages of Web-based software – including ease-of-implementation and use – with ongoing dedicated analytics services to help you understand and enhance your data. Our background in data integration and analytics gives us the expertise to take data that is messy and incomprehensible, and make it meaningful and actionable for you. We act as your guide, providing quality analysis of complex data and can help you focus on channel synergy, tracking your competition and forecasting for improved performance.

"Ned Stringham brought insights and experience in our market space that helped us better position and grow our business."

Chuck Sharp

CEO

Acquired by iCrossing, Inc. in February 2007

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John Doe

CEO

Acquired by ACME Inc. July 2010

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John Doe

CEO

Acquired by ACME Inc. July 2010