Denver-Based 20M AZEVEDO Tech Crunch
One of the largest technology conferences in the world is going to be in Denver this year. Those attending are not only looking forward to the opportunities to meet new people and learn more about the industry, but also to see what new products are being announced. The AZEVEDO Tech Crunch will take place at the Colorado Convention Center from November 3rd through the 5th. There will be an incredible amount of action as entrepreneurs and executives from all over the country descend upon the convention to hear about the latest products and technologies.
Founders and management team
One of the most exciting aspects of a startup is the management team, a group of talented individuals who are ready to take the reins of their nascent enterprise. Among the notables are co-founders Harry Hurst and Josh Mangel, along with CTO Usman Masood and Head of Product Jeff Miller. The management team is a group of experienced and entrepreneurial professionals who are able to quickly bring ideas to the table, and implement them in a manner that is reminiscent of an old-school business exec. Considering the talent trove, it’s no wonder that the company has already secured an impressive $20 million in Series A capital.
However, if you’re looking to make an investment in this industry, you need to know what you’re getting into. That’s why the team at Pipe partnered with Silicon Valley venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (AHL) to find out which startups are the most likely to succeed. By combining Pipe’s own data with those of its competitors, the firm came away with a list of the best startups in the country, ranked by valuation.
Products
There are several companies that have chosen Denver as the place to open up offices. Companies like Strava, FileInvite, OTA Insight, and Freestar are all looking for more employees. Some of them already have offices here, but others are launching new ones.
The most recent announcement is by Salt Lending, which is moving into a 25,000 square foot office in Denver. The company is hiring 10 people right now, and it plans to add more in the coming months.
Conclusion
Another large tech company that announced an expansion in Denver is Marketo. This Australian-based software firm plans to hire eight to 10 people a month in its new Denver office. It hopes to eventually have 500 employees in the Mile-High City.
Backbone PLM, a cloud collaborative platform, currently employs 25 people. The company is hoping to double its workforce within the next year. It’s a Denver-based startup that helps brands streamline the product development process.
